Occupational Therapist - Rotational
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Whanganui District
- Occupational Therapy
- Permanent, Full Time, 40 hours per week
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 have the opportunity for a motivated Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic and progressive team as an inpatient rotational Occupational Therapist.
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Occupational Therapist to work in our Occupational Therapy team, this role is predominantly a rotational inpatient role rotating through the main hospital wards including Medical, Surgical and ATR (stroke/rehab), with input into Paediatrics and Critical Care as required.This role is ideal for a new graduate Occupational Therapist, or an experienced Occupational Therapist with an interest in inpatient services.
We have a great team of Occupational Therapists with a wide variety of experience and skills. This job requires working closely with the other Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Therapy Assistants, as well as being a part of a wider multi-disciplinary team.Excellent time management, adaptability and communication skills are essential for this role.
This role will report to the Clinical Manager Occupational Therapy
About the Team/Location
We have a small team of Occupational Therapists with a wide variety of experience and skills. Our service covers both inpatient wards and community-based referrals. There is a lot of demand for the skills of an Occupational Therapist, and our team works to support each other, prioritise those who need Occupational Therapy the most and ensure that our community are given the best care we are able to provide with the resources we have.This job requires working closely with the other Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Therapy Assistants, as well as being a part of a wider multi-disciplinary team. Excellent time management, leadership, adaptability and communication skills are essential for this role.
The Occupational Therapy department is co-located with Physiotherapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Dietitians, Social Work and Community Assessment Rehab team. We have a newly refurbished location with new clinician spaces including a large Occupational Therapy assessment bathroom, kitchen and general assessment room.
You will be located on the Whanganui Campus. Whanganui is a great little progressive city with a friendly chilled vibe. Great café culture, schools and sporting opportunities with some of the best all year-round weather in the country. The rugged west coast beaches on your doorstep allow for all year surfing, fishing or just walking for miles.Skiing and hiking on mount Ruapehu just an hour up the road, Whanganui has all your bases covered for a family friendly lifestyle.
For more information on living and working in Whanganui click here
About you
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Occupational Therapist Qualification
- Able to supervise students and junior rotational physiotherapists
- Excellent communication skills - both written and oral.
- Demonstrate initiative and reliability
- Have computer skills and be able to competently use basic computer systems required by the hospital.
- Have experience or demonstrate potential for working in a hospital/healthcare setting
- Hold the legal right to work in New Zealand
- Physically fit and able to lift (as per patient handling guidelines)
- Motivated to maintain high level of knowledge and skill
- Hold a Full New Zealand Driver's License
- Enjoy working alongside other MDT members with a transdisciplinary team approach.
- Able to build strong relationships with the clients and whanau and community networks.
- Be flexible and willing to learn.
- Motivated to maintain high level of knowledge and skill
- Cultural sensitivity
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 Maori, 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 30th June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Stacey by emailing jobs@wdhb.org.nz or phoning +6463488911 or Emma Fowlie, Clinical Manager OT, SLT, Physiotherapy and Dietetics: 021 308 815 emma.fowlie@wdhb.org.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.