Occupational Therapist
1 week ago
Location: Hutt HospitalContract: This is a permanent, full time position, 40 hours per week however there is an opportunity to consider alternative hours.
Please state on cover letterSalary: MECA Step 1-8 ($77,087 - $110,210)Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.
Through integration and collaboration, we - re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist, either with experience, or looking to further develop skills and knowledge in a hospital based, inpatient setting.
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and motivated, a team player and willing to have a flexible and adaptable approach to work.This role is part of the inpatient occupational therapy team.
This role will focus on early assessment and identification of how Occupational Therapy can contribute to ensuring safe discharges through assessment of occupational performance with the aim of reducing hospital readmissions.
It is the opportunity to be part of a great team of occupational therapists and to work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team.If you enjoy variety, have excellent clinical skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team, then this may be the position for you.About the Team/Service/LocationThe Occupational Therapy Department at Hutt Hospital provides occupational therapy services to patients/clients within the hospital setting.
Services are provided on all of the inpatient wards including Medical Assessment and Planning Unit (MAPU), Emergency Department (ED), Medical, Orthopaedic and Surgical wards.About youWe are looking for someone with a minimum of 2 years experience and the following: * Registration with the NZ Occupational Therapy Board * Current Annual Practicing Certificate * Clinical experience in a hospital setting * The ability to work well as part of a team.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skillsWorking for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is - the weaving of wellness - .
We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work.
It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart of everything we do.
Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion * We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us.
Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment.
If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
* We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply for the role please click - apply now.
- All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 16/3/2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact ****** note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
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