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"Starting as a graduate at Habit Health, I always felt supported. The mentoring and team culture helped me build confidence quickly — without feeling overwhelmed."

— Physiotherapy Graduate

At a glance

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1:1 Supervision

A senior clinician dedicated to you. Weekly structured supervision sessions plus drop-in support whenever you need it. 

Peer Group

Peer Group

 Small groups of 3–4 grads meet fortnightly to share case studies and navigate tricky patients together. 

Weekly Training

Weekly Training

 Compulsory Wednesday sessions covering the full clinical picture — from MSK to vocational rehab and everything in between. 

Career Growth

Career Growth

 Extended appointment times early on so you can focus on quality. You'll be performing at full pace by the 6-month mark. 

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Structured graduate
programmes

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1:1 mentoring and
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Māori & Pasifika
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Nationwide roles across
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Clear career progression
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People-first, inclusive
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Why start your career at Habit Health?

A supported pathway - not just your first job

Starting your career can feel like a big step. At Habit Health, you’re not expected to figure it out on your own. We’ve designed our graduate experience to give you clarity, stability and support - while still challenging you to grow.

You’ll join a nationwide organisation that values learning, collaboration and wellbeing - and supports you to build a career you can sustain long term.

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Learn in a multidisciplinary environment

At Habit Health, you’ll work alongside physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, counsellors, nurses and other health professionals. Our integrated model means you’ll learn how care works in real workplaces - not just clinical silos.

This approach strengthens your clinical thinking and prepares you for complex, real-world practice.

What your graduate journey looks like

From your first day through to long-term development, here’s how we support you to grow, learn, and progress at Habit Health

Graduate experience at a glance

What you get Your first 12 months Ongoing development
Full-time, permanent employment. Formally structured supervision meetings with additional on-the-go mentorship. Opportunity to grow into the clinical competency of your choosing after your first 12 months.
Thorough induction programme. Exposure to clinical excellence strategies across core services. Regular one-on-one clinical supervision.
Competitive remuneration with annual professional development reviews. Case presentations and in-service sessions with your graduate cohort and experienced clinicians. Supportive mentorship within multidisciplinary teams across the Habit Health network.
Access to our full range of employee benefits. Exposure to different clinical service contracts where possible. Study funding and study leave.
Supportive and inclusive team culture. Potential region-specific rotations to support exposure to a diverse caseload. Ongoing opportunities to develop cultural excellence and clinical skills.
Social events - because team fun matters. Regular in-service sessions from internal and external experts.
Genuine work - life balance philosophy. Genuine work - life balance philosophy.

Apply now!

Applications are now open, and we welcome Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Occupational Health Nursing graduates to apply
for our graduate vacancies here. 

Have questions? 

How your first year unfolds

Week 1

Shadow, observe & get oriented

Your first week is all about absorbing the environment. Shadow your supervisor, meet the team, and complete induction covering company values, privacy, health & safety, Gensolve, and admin systems. No client pressure — just learning the lay of the land.

Months 0–3

Clients in, extended time, rapid growth

Appropriate clients get booked in with extended appointment windows — 40 mins for initials, 30 for follow-ups. Focus lands on musculoskeletal therapy, vocational rehab, goal setting, and action plans. Clinical reviews are scheduled regularly so you can debrief and refine. 

Months 3–6

More services, standard pace

Your caseload broadens to include preferred provider clients and the Pain Management Service. Appointment times shift to standard 30-minute initials. You'll start working towards KPIs, with the expectation of meeting them at the 6-month mark. 

Months 6–12

Full clinician, your area of interest

With KPIs met and confidence built, ongoing training shifts to regional and national in-service sessions aligned with your clinical interests. You'll contribute actively to MDT discussions and take ownership of your professional development direction.

Our culture

High performance looks different here — it's about lifting those
around you just as much as excelling yourself 

  • We treat every graduate as an individual and allow you to learn at your own pace
  • Mentoring and regular feedback will give you the safety to learn and grow in a hands-on environment
  • Success is measured by the difference you make to clients, to your team, and to the quality of care we deliver together.
  • As your confidence grows, so do your opportunities - deepening your expertise and finding the areas of practice that excite you most.

How we look after you

We take care of our people - so they can take care of others. We regularly review our benefits to make sure they reflect
what our people value most.

Hear from some of our team

Real experiences from across Habit Health.

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Jordan - Physiotherapist

What's your favourite sport or activity?
"I enjoy going to the gym, yoga and reformer pilates. I also love watching rugby/rugby league!"

What has been the highlight or your graduate journey so far?
“The highlight of my graduate journey so far has been the opportunity to get involved in a variety of sporting activities through the company. Being part of different sports teams and participating in tournaments has been a fantastic way to connect with colleagues from across the organisation, build meaningful relationships, and stay involved in something I genuinely enjoy. These experiences have made my graduate journey both rewarding and memorable.”

How has your confidence grown since starting?

"Since starting at Habit Health, my confidence as a physiotherapist has grown immensely. The support I have received through the New Graduate Program, my mentors, and the wider team has been invaluable in helping me develop both professionally and personally. The program provides a supportive environment where I have been able to learn, ask questions, and build my skills at a comfortable pace, without feeling like I was being thrown into the deep end. Having the guidance and encouragement from such a supportive team has allowed me to grow into a more confident clinician and feel well supported throughout my transition into practice."

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Benjosh - Physiotherapist

What's your favourite sport or activity?
"Basketball"

What has been the highlight or your graduate journey so far?
“The biggest highlight has been the opportunities I've been given. From the start, I've been asked what areas of physiotherapy I'm interested in and have been encouraged to work towards those goals. I'm really passionate about sports physiotherapy, and because of that I've had opportunities to work with sports teams and gain experiences that I never expected to have in my first year out of university. It's been really motivating to know that my interests are supported and that the organisation actively helps create those opportunities.”

What would you say to someone considering applying?

“I'd say definitely go for it. The graduate programme gives you a great balance of support and independence, so you can build confidence while still having experienced clinicians to learn from. If you're someone who's keen to develop, willing to ask questions, and wants opportunities to explore the areas of physio you're most passionate about, it's a really rewarding place to start your career. The team genuinely invests in your growth and wants to help you achieve your goals.”

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Sophie - Occupational Therapist

Favourite sport or activity?
"Running"

Why did you choose Habit Health over other opportunities?
“During my undergraduate programme, I completed a placement with Habit Health, which opened up an opportunity to continue working with the company after graduating. This experience allowed me to secure a position in the Hawke’s Bay region. During my placement, I really enjoyed the team environment and the opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of contracts and areas of occupational therapy practice. This gave me a good understanding of the range of opportunities available within Habit Health and helped me identify the type of work I was interested in pursuing. One of the things I really valued was that Habit Health enabled me to live and work in my region of choice. For me, this was a significant benefit and made the transition from university into full-time employment much easier.”

What does a typical day look like for you?

 “A typical day does not really exist—and that is one of the things that makes this work environment so enjoyable! If you enjoy variety and never quite knowing what the day will bring, you will love community-based occupational therapy.

Most days are a blend of time in the office alongside travelling throughout the region. You might find yourself visiting clients in their homes, workplaces, or connecting with other community supports and services. Every day brings different clients, environments, challenges, and opportunities to learn.

The one constant? Coffee!” 

Ready to get ahead?

Take the next step in your health career.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the graduate scheme?
In order to qualify for the Habit Health graduate scheme, you’ll either be a New Zealand or Australian citizen or resident; or hold a valid work visa with 3 years duration at the commencement of the graduate programme and not require visa sponsorship. Plus, you must have completed a minimum of an undergraduate degree in the three years prior to the commencement of the programme.

When does the graduate programme start?
Our graduate programme kicks off in February however, we start the recruitment process in the August prior so make sure to keep an eye out on our career vacancies page!

There aren’t any graduate roles currently advertised, but can I still apply?
Yes, we’re keen to support NZ-based graduates to kickstart their career, all year round. If you can’t currently see a graduate role listed, please get in touch with the recruitment team at Recruitment@phg.co.nz with a copy of your CV and cover letter.