Occupational Therapy Team Manager

2 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Canterbury District Health Board Full time
Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team as a Clinical Team Leader.

  • This is a permanent full-time opportunity working Monday – Friday approximately 0730 – 1600.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the day-to-day provision of a high-quality clinical service, primarily within our older people rehabilitation area with multiple diagnosis and conditions.

About the Role:

The Clinical Team Leader is integral to our leadership team, working closely with our other Clinical Team Leaders and the Clinical Manager to lead and improve clinical services in the Older Person's health and Rehabilitation setting.

A core component of this position will be contributing to daily operational planning and supporting any service improvement initiatives, as well as holding a clinical caseload within our Older Person's Health team.

The cluster has approximately 12 staff including registered Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Assistants.

About You:

  • A sound clinical background in a rehabilitation hospital setting (a minimum of 5 years' experience post-qualification is desirable).
  • An understanding of core business needs of Occupational Therapy service provision.
  • Previous experience in leading a team and/or project management is desirable.
  • Sound working knowledge of local, national and international health systems is strongly desired.
  • Proven experience in training and supervision of staff with the ability to foster and support the development of a team both collectively and on an individual basis.
  • Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.
  • Registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of NZ and current APC is essential (or eligibility to obtain).


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