Occupational Therapy Support Worker

7 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora prioritizes delivering excellent healthcare to the people of New Zealand. We are committed to building a health system grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We have temporary full-time and part-time roles available for an Occupational Therapy Assistant at Palmerston North Hospital.

About this Role

In this position, you will support Occupational Therapists working in the Occupational Therapy Service at MidCentral Health. You will be part of the team assisting with recovery on acute and rehabilitation wards, supporting patients transitioning from hospital to community.

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will work under direction and delegation from an Occupational Therapist. Your duties will include completing documentation, providing support with rehabilitation equipment, and assisting clients with daily living tasks as part of their rehabilitation program.

You will also participate in running group activities, complete administrative duties, and contribute to providing a professional service centrally at the base hospital in Palmerston North.

The role primarily involves working on acute wards in Palmerston North, covering areas such as surgical, medical, oncology, and rehabilitation.

Why Choose Us

Manawatū offers a unique blend of city and rural living, making it an ideal place to live and work. The region provides easy access to various outdoor activities, beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, and hiking tracks. A peaceful lifestyle, excellent schooling options, and two tertiary institutes make Manawatū an attractive choice.

About the Ideal Candidate

  • Enthusiastic, energetic, resilient, and having a 'can do' attitude
  • Able to work under pressure and direction with adaptability to new ways of working
  • Effective in written, oral, and computer skills with strong communication abilities
  • Qualified with a minimum of Career Force Level 3 Health and Wellbeing/Assistant strand or equivalent qualification
  • Demonstrating a strong desire to help clients achieve their goals

At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we value diversity and inclusivity, welcoming applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.



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