Occupational Therapist

1 week ago

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

**Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital, Hoki ki te Kainga (Early Supported Discharge)**:

- ** Permanent, Full-time 80hours per fortnight (1 FTE)**

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**

We're looking for an Occupational Therapist to join the Hoki ki te Kāinga team, which translates as Returning Home. We are an interdisciplinary early supported discharge team working in the community to support people in their transition home from hospital. You would mainly be working with older adults who are recovering from an illness, injury or surgery.

**About the Team/Service/ Location**

Hoki ki te Kāinga is a community-based service that supports older adults as they transition home from hospital. Our focus is on providing the right support at the right time, enabling people to recover safely and regain independence.

We are a collaborative, values-driven team delivering person
- and whānau-centred care. Youll be part of a supportive environment where communication, compassion, and teamwork are at the heart of what we do.

**About you**

We are looking for an occupational therapist who is:

- NZ Registered Occupational Therapist with current annual practicing certificate.
- Member of Occupational Therapy New Zealand - Professional Association (desirable).
- Holds a Full and current drivers licence.
- Enable NZ Accredited Assessor status, (or willing and able to attain this)
- Ability to work a rostered 7-day service

You will also need the following key attributes and skills:

- Experience in rehabilitation, orthopaedic, geriatric, or community settings
- Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills
- A passion for improving health outcomes and supporting independence
- Adaptable approach with a strong desire to help clients and whānau achieve their goals

**Working at Health New Zealand**

**How to Apply**Job details**:
**Job Reference**:

HAW09212**Location**:

- North Island - Hawkes Bay - Hastings**Job type**:

Permanent Full time**Expertise**:

- Clinical - Allied Health - Occupational Therapist**Closes**:

24-Sep-2025

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