Occupational Therapist

2 days ago

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time
  • Based at Tauranga Hospital
  • Full time position
  • Fixed term until November 2026

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 are looking for a NZ registered Occupational therapist who is passionate about working alongside people in their recovery journey and motivated to deliver an innovative and culturally effective acute mental health service.

The successful applicant will join a growing and supportive allied health team, working closely alongside social work, physiotherapy, pharmacy, psychology, and OT assistant colleagues. You will be responsible for coordinating an established therapeutic group program, and there will be opportunity and support to develop this further. Other key aspects of the role involve working collaboratively within the multi-disciplinary team to support functional assessments, psychoeducation, discharge planning, ensuring an effective Sensory Modulation programme, and taking a key role within the Zero Seclusion project team.

This is a fulltime position, working fixed-term until November 2026. You will be joining our Adult Inpatient Mental Health Unit in Tauranga Hospital.

About you

Our ideal applicant will be an effective communicator, who is able to build partnerships with Tangata Whaiora and colleagues, with strong clinical reasoning. We would prefer applications from Occupational Therapists with proven experience in acute mental health but would also consider people with a genuine desire to promote recovery and a commitment to continued service improvement.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys using their initiative, working autonomously within a supportive multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 5th of January 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Katrina Hughes, BP-

Due to the December holiday period, this advert will remain open for an extended duration. Screening and interviews will commence from mid-January. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you in the new year.

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