Occupational Therapist

2 weeks ago

Gisborne, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time

**Gisborne Hospital**:

- **Full time / Part time**:

- **Permanent**

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**
- This postion is based in the community where you will be working with people of all ages with physical disabilities and long-term illness to participate in their daily occupations._
- We pride ourselves on providing a friendly, welcoming, and incredibly supportive atmosphere. We have a strong commitment to regular supervision (formal and informal), peer supervision and professional development with a variety of training opportunities to facilitate your learning needs._
- We are patient-focused, utilise the Canadian Model of Occupational Performance and Engagement to drive our process, and measures our patient outcomes. We use an evidenced based approach in our assessments and interventions and we are quality driven. We work in an inter-disciplinary environment promoting independence, health and well-being for the people of our community._
- _Free onsite parking_
- _Relocation assistance available if you need to relocate to Gisborne_
- Position Description: _Occupational Therapist_

**About the Team/Service/ Location**
- An exciting opportunity to work in our community Occupational Therapy team. Bring you Occupational Therapy skills to be part of a supportive, diverse team._
- Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne “Tairāwhiti” - “The light shines on the water” is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders and a deep connection to Māori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most that are not yet here. _Our lifestyle is about time._

For more information on living and working in Gisborne click here
- Successful applicants are to have be registered with the OT Board of New Zealand and hold a current practising certificate. They must also hold a current, clean and full driver’s licence (ability to drive a manual is desirable but not essential). Overseas applicants can be considered providing they are eligible for OT Board registration._
- Desirable skills to bring would include:_
- _Enjoys working with people of all ages and different professions_
- _Has the ability to think on their feet, work at times in a quick-paced environment_
- _Can effectively problem solve and think laterally_
- _Hard working, inquisitive, open to all learning opportunities_
- _Accountable and has good time management skills_

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