Occupational Therapist, Advanced Practitioner

2 days ago

Christchurch, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

New Permanent 1.0 FTE

position is now available for experienced Occupational Therapists to join
our team working in the Emergency Department, Christchurch Hospital.
- We'll offer you an
attractive relocation package covering flights, belongings, and short term
accommodation as you settle into your new city*.
- Excellent results on team
engagement.
- Improve your work-life
balance.
- Registration with the NZ
Occupational Therapy Board and an Annual Practicing Certificate is
essential.

Why Christchurch?
With nature and
adventure on the doorstep, a revitalised city centre, short commutes,
affordable housing, quality education and opportunity for career growth, life
in Christchurch offers a work-life balance that is top notch.
We boast 2143 hours of annual sunlight, 14
ski areas, 35 wineries, 350km of walking tracks, 700+ gardens and parks, and an
average of 19 mins commute time.

**The Team**: What we do
We have a new
exciting opportunity to join the supportive Occupational Therapy team at
Christchurch Hospital. We are looking for an experienced NZ Registered
Occupational Therapist to join us on a permanent basis working within the
Emergency Department. This is a newly funded Advanced Practitioner role and
they will join the existing ED team which includes an Expert Occupational
Therapy Practitioner. As part of the team you will be further developing the ED
service for Occupational Therapy and the wider Allied Health team.
The positions is
1.0 FTE and will be rostered over a 7 day week between the hours of 0800 and
2000. This may be able to be worked as 5x 8 hours shifts or 4x 10 hour shifts.
You will have a
minimum of 5 years clinical experience and have proven advanced clinical skills
and knowledge of the acute hospital setting, and working with older people
experiencing frailty related conditions. You will be able to demonstrate
clinical leadership expertise and experience in leading quality improvement
initiatives.

**The Role**: Where you fit
in;
In this role, you

**will be responsible for**:

- Working with patients In the ED area to deliver specific occupational

therapy assessments which include a major focus on frailty and head injury
assessment.
- Comprehensive assessments will support the wider ED team to make sound
decision on discharge to home or admission to the hospital for patients
seen. You will work as part of an IDT Allied Health team and will support
further development of IDT working in this area.
- Working with patients from diverse social and cultural backgrounds and
working collaboratively with whanau, the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure
the best outcomes;
- Identifying and contributing towards service improvement initiatives.
- Being involved in transfer and discharge planning.
- Mentoring and supervision of other colleagues within the wider
Occupational Therapy serviceYour skills will

**include**:

- Comprehensive clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning./interpretation

within scope and competency, and problem solving skills
- Minimum
of 5 years relevant clinical experience,
with experience/knowledge of working in acute care environment as well
as older persons health.
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, to develop positive
interpersonal relationships, and work flexibly within the inter-disciplinary
team, with a team player attitude
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to liaise effectively
with health professionals both within the in-patient services and in the
community
- Strong clinical reasoning skills and use of evidence informed practice
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- Strong prioritisation skills and experience with complex discharge
planning
- Registration with the NZ Occupational Therapy Board and current Annual
Practicing Certificate (or eligibility to obtain);
- A positive attitude and passion for this area of work; This role is a
permanent role of 80 hours per fortnight.
It is also expected
that you will contribute to the ward weekend roster at times.

additional information. Otherwise feel free to contact the hiring manager

**directly for any questions regarding this position**: Bronwyn Suzana,
progressed as the apply.
- For international and

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journey. We offer great coaching, mentoring and learning outcomes for all
staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have
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