Straight from employers' career sites

Allied health jobs in Canterbury.

31 open roles, 11 posted this week, most paying $62k to $62k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Allied health1 day ago

    Psychologist

    Ministry of Education · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry shaping an equitable education system for all students in New Zealand.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $85.9k-$126.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Assessing learning needs · Collaborating with teams · Providing professional support

    Masters-level qualification or Post-graduate Diploma in Educational or Clinical Psychology, NZ Psychologist Board registration, current Practicing Certificate, full driver's licence, and ability to work with diverse cultures.

    Retirement savings
  • Allied health3 days ago

    Local Immunisation and Prevention Lead - Canterbury - NPHS

    Te Whatu Ora · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Timaru, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeContractMid level

    Coordinating immunisation programme · Building stakeholder relationships · Monitoring performance

    Proven health programme management and relationship experience, understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, critical thinking, project coordination, and a New Zealand driver's license.

  • Allied health2 days ago

    Medical Receptionist - Rangiora, Christchurch

    Tāmaki Health · 201-1000 employees

    A healthcare organization with a network of over 50 clinics across New Zealand, offering general practice and urgent care services.

    Rangiora, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Welcoming patients · Managing appointments · Processing payments

    Strong communication and customer service skills, organizational skills, computer proficiency, ability to multitask, flexibility for casual shifts, and a genuine commitment to helping others.

  • Allied health2 days ago

    Caregiver

    Bupa Care Services NZ Limited · 1001-5000 employees

    A global healthcare leader providing residential care and support services.

    Rangiora, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Assisting with mobility · Maintaining care documentation · Encouraging social engagement

    Level 0-4 caregiving qualification with medication competency; aged care experience; computer literacy in MS Office; legal entitlement to work in New Zealand; genuine passion for supporting the elderly.

    Parental leave
  • Allied health3 days ago

    Psychologist

    APM Group · 5001+ employees

    A values-led, customer-obsessed team delivering best-in-class health and rehabilitation services.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Managing clinical caseloads · Providing evidence-based therapy · Delivering clinical assessments

    NZ Psychologists Board registration with current APC; full NZ driver license; NZ/AU citizen; competence in evidence-based interventions; strong assessment and reporting skills; postgraduate training in health psychology for some roles.

  • Allied health3 days ago

    Caregiver

    Bupa · 5001+ employees

    A global healthcare leader committed to helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives.

    Rangiora, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Assisting with mobility · Maintaining documentation · Encouraging social engagement

    Level 0-4 caregiving qualification with medication competency, aged care experience, passion for elderly support, communication skills, MS Office literacy, and legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Allied health3 days ago

    Wellbeing Support Assistant

    Bupa · 5001+ employees

    A global healthcare leader committed to helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Providing housekeeping services · Assisting with daily living · Supporting medication management

    2+ yrsPrevious experience in aged care, disability support, or community services desirable; 2+ years customer service or support role; First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain; reliable transport; legal entitlement to work in New Zealand.

  • Allied health5 days ago
    Christchurch City, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior

    Supporting children and families · Conducting OT assessments · Developing therapeutic interventions

    NZ residency rights; professional registration and current practising certificate, or working towards these; full driver's licence

  • Allied health5 days ago

    Duty Counsellor

    University of Canterbury

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Part time

    Providing brief mental health assessments · Responding to students in distress · Referring students to specialist services

    5+ yrsBachelor's degree in a relevant discipline; current professional registration; current practising certificate; at least five years' comparable counselling or mental health experience; New Zealand or Australian citizenship or permanent residency

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Allied health6 days ago

    Optometrist

    Specsavers · 5001+ employees

    A global audiology provider delivering accessible hearing care through transparent pricing and affordable technology.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior

    Examining patients' eyes · Diagnosing eye conditions · Fitting contact lenses

    Relocation supportGenerous leaveFour-day week
  • Allied health6 days ago

    Optometrist - Christchurch CBD

    Bailey Nelson · 201-1000 employees

    A down-to-earth optical brand focused on customer experience and growth.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Providing eye care · Creating customer experiences · Driving store results

    1+ yrAt least 1 year as an Optometrist in a busy store/clinic

    Relocation support
  • Allied health9 days ago

    Optometrist, Riccarton

    Specsavers Optical Group Limited · 5001+ employees

    A global audiology provider delivering accessible hearing care through transparent pricing and affordable technology.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timePart timeNo experience needed

    Providing eye care · Fitting contact lenses · Managing patient care

    Optometrist with clinical expertise in eye care, contact lens fitting, and patient management; must be registered and qualified to practice optometry in New Zealand.

    Relocation supportGenerous leaveFour-day week
  • Allied health9 days ago

    Dental Assistant | Lumino Rangiora | Part Time

    Lumino The Dentists · 1001-5000 employees

    New Zealand's largest dental network supporting dentists with modern facilities and strong patient demand.

    Rangiora, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Assisting dental procedures · Sterilizing instruments · Managing stock

    Previous dental assisting or healthcare experience preferred; Exact Software experience preferred; strong organizational and multitasking skills; computer-savvy; team player.

  • Allied health11 days ago

    HCS - Christchurch/Papanui

    Triton Hearing · 5001+ employees

    A hearing care provider dedicated to improving hearing health for New Zealanders.

    Christchurch, Canterbury+1 more
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Managing clinic operations · Handling reception duties · Processing administrative tasks

    Genuine desire to help people, eagerness to develop audiology knowledge, ability to work autonomously and in a team, high computer literacy, interest in community marketing.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Allied health10 days ago

    Medical Centre Manager - Tend Ashburton

    Tend · 51-200 employees

    A healthcare provider transforming primary care in New Zealand by blending technology with human connection.

    Ashburton, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeMid levelManages people

    Managing clinic operations · Leading teams · Overseeing financial performance

    Experience managing primary or secondary care services, ideally in general practice; service management and multidisciplinary team leadership; strong facilitation and negotiation skills; working knowledge of Practice Management Systems, preferably Indici.

  • Allied health10 days ago

    Primary Care Assistant (PCA) - Belfast

    Tend · 51-200 employees

    A healthcare provider transforming primary care in New Zealand by blending technology with human connection.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Welcoming patients · Assisting clinicians · Managing clinical supplies

    NZQA Level 3 or 4 qualification or equivalent/higher; strong communication skills; ability to learn quickly and multitask in a busy clinic; previous healthcare experience or phlebotomy advantageous.

  • Allied health10 days ago

    Support Worker - Simpson Service

    Hōhepa Canterbury · 51-200 employees

    A community leader providing services and support for people with intellectual disabilities to live enriched lives.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $23.95-$30.00 an hourOnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Supporting daily routines · Administering medication · Encouraging independence

    Requires a full New Zealand driver's licence, ability to work in New Zealand, and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Previous experience not required; on-the-job training provided.

  • Allied health11 days ago

    Support Worker - Sutherland Service

    Hōhepa Canterbury · 51-200 employees

    A community leader providing services and support for people with intellectual disabilities to live enriched lives.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $23.95-$30.00 an hourOnsitePart timeEntry level

    Supporting daily routines · Administering medication · Encouraging independence

    Requires NZ full driver's licence, ability to work in New Zealand, experience as support worker or enthusiasm to learn, commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and ability to support personal cares, cooking, medication administration, and household tasks.

  • Allied health13 days ago

    ECP - Tend Bishopdale Mall

    Tend Health Ltd · 51-200 employees

    A healthcare provider transforming primary care in New Zealand by blending technology with human connection.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Providing specialised acute care · Managing acute presentations · Supporting efficient care pathways

  • Allied health17 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Part time

    Planning activity programmes · Promoting resident wellbeing · Supporting colleagues

    Full driver's licence; comfortable driving a manual van

  • Allied health17 days ago

    Medical Centre Manager - Tend Beckford and Waltham

    Tend · 51-200 employees

    A healthcare provider transforming primary care in New Zealand by blending technology with human connection.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading clinic operations · Managing multidisciplinary teams · Overseeing financial performance

    Experience managing primary or secondary care services, ideally in general practice; service management and managing a multidisciplinary team; strong facilitation and negotiation skills; working knowledge of Practice Management Systems, preferably Indici.

  • Allied health19 days ago

    Peer Support Specialist

    Pathways · 1001-5000 employees

    A mental health and addiction service empowering individuals to live full lives in their communities.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Providing peer support · Supporting daily living · Maintaining safety

    Own lived mental health experience with 18+ months wellness; NZ Certificate Level 4 in Health and Wellbeing or equivalent; Intentional Peer Support training or willingness to obtain; full NZ driver's licence; current first aid certificate or willingness to obtain.

    Generous leave
  • Allied health21 days ago

    Psychologist

    APM New Zealand

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Managing clinical caseloads · Providing evidence-based therapy · Delivering clinical assessments

    NZ Psychologists Board registration; current APC; current full NZ driver licence; NZ/AU citizenship; clinical or neuropsychology scope for neuropsychological assessments; postgraduate neuropsychology training for neuropsychology roles

  • Allied health24 days ago

    Optometrist - Ashburton

    Specsavers · 5001+ employees

    A global audiology provider delivering accessible hearing care through transparent pricing and affordable technology.

    Ashburton, Canterbury
    Part timeSenior

    Conducting eye examinations · Identifying eye conditions · Providing expert care

    Generous leave
  • Allied health26 days ago

    Sterile Sciences Technician

    Forte Health · 51-200 employees

    A modern private surgical hospital in central Christchurch providing high-quality short-stay and day-stay surgical services.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Decontaminating medical devices · Sterilizing equipment · Managing loan equipment

    New Zealand Certificate in Sterilising Technology Level 4; experience in SSD operating theatre environment; experience with loan equipment and endoscopy processing; ability to work varied shifts; current NZ working rights.

    Generous leave
  • Allied health27 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Providing beauty treatments · Conducting client consultations · Building client relationships

    Beauty Therapy qualification or certification from a recognised training provider; proven experience in a professional salon or retail environment; current eligibility to work in New Zealand

  • Allied health26 days ago

    Beauty Therapists x2 - Solace Salon

    Solace Hair & Beauty · 201-1000 employees

    A department store delivering exceptional customer experiences through its people.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timePart timeEntry level

    Providing beauty treatments · Conducting client consultations · Building client relationships

    Valid beauty therapy qualification or certification, proven experience as a beauty therapist, strong skincare knowledge, excellent communication, and current eligibility to work in New Zealand.

  • Allied health27 days ago

    Support Worker (Part-Time)

    Hōhepa Canterbury · 51-200 employees

    A community leader providing services and support for people with intellectual disabilities to live enriched lives.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $23.95-$30.00 an hourOnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Supporting daily routines · Administering medication · Building relationships

    Previous experience in disability, health, or community support preferred but not essential; NZ full driver's licence required; ability to work in New Zealand; must work various shifts including day, split, and sleepover shifts.

  • Allied health27 days ago

    Support Worker (Full-Time)

    Hōhepa Canterbury · 51-200 employees

    A community leader providing services and support for people with intellectual disabilities to live enriched lives.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $23.95-$30.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Supporting daily routines · Providing personal care · Building relationships

    Proven experience in disability, health, or community support; NZ full driver's licence; ability to work in New Zealand; strong communication and organizational skills; commitment to person-centred practice and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

About allied health jobs in Canterbury

There are 31 roles open for allied health jobs in Canterbury on the SmartCVs job board, 11 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 15 full time and 17 part time.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $62k to $62k a year.

That's 31 of the 227 allied health jobs across New Zealand.

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How many allied health jobs in Canterbury are there right now?

There are 31 roles open for allied health jobs in Canterbury on the SmartCVs job board, 11 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

How much do allied health jobs in Canterbury pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most allied health jobs in Canterbury pay $62k to $62k a year. Not every ad shows one, so check each job, and use the Salary filter to see only the ones that do.

How do I write a CV for allied health jobs?

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Allied health jobs in Canterbury: 31 open roles | SmartCVs