Community Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Are you an Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding role to cover maternity leave for a period of 12 months?

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist with broad clinical and leadership rehabilitation experience to work as an advanced practitioner to develop and deliver this service to our community. This role focus is to deliver high quality, research based occupational therapy rehabilitation into the community and homes of our consumers.

This is an exciting recently established role and service for MidCentral and we welcome applications from suitability experienced clinicians wanting to extend their skills.

• The successful applicant will require strong and effective leadership and excellent communication skills, with a high level of occupational therapy knowledge and expertise relating to the provision of rehabilitation. This is an advanced role.
• Hours of work will be full time 40 hours a week.

This will be a temporary position for a period of 12 months to cover leave and a great way to expand your knowledge and skills!

Applicants will need to have a current annual practicing certificate and a full current NZ drivers licence is essential.

About the Location

Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life.  It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.

Discover more hidden gems that Manawatū and Palmerston North have to offer here: Manawatū & Palmerston North - Visit | Live | Study | Business (manawatunz.co.nz).  Check out our careers site here for more information about Palmerston North hospital.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Maree Loynes Recruitment Specialist.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.