Core Occupational Therapist - Manukau Locality, Community Health Serviceat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Counties Manukau -
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Counties Manukau Auckland
Permanent, full
-time role (part-time hours can be considered)Remuneration as per PSA Allied Health MECA guidelines 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.Have you ever wanted to be part of an innovative, ground-breaking service that will transform the delivery of community health care services?
If so, now is the time!We have an exciting opportunity for an occupational therapist to join our interdisciplinary team who has experience in working in the community physical setting.In this influential role you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clinical presentations, solving real life challenges and contributing to changing lives for the better, for many in our community.Essential:NZ registered Occupational Therapist with current annual practising certificateAt least 2 years experience as an Occupational Therapist ideally with community and/or rehabilitation experienceExcellent skills in clinical decision making, communication and inter-personal skillsResilient, resourceful, proactive with the ability to resolve conflict and find viable solutions for complex issuesFull, clean drivers licenceDesirable:Experience providing restorative and compensatory assessment and interventions, equipment solution, housing modifications, wheelchair and seatingEMS equipment and housing accreditationWhat we can OfferOn the job training with continuous improvement and development opportunities including a well-established in-service training programmeA great team environment and supportive work cultureExcellent support from experienced practitioners, peer reviews, professional supervision and access to a clinical coach and advanced clinicianWork Perks
- Discounts at a variety of businessesEAP servicesOur main hours of service are Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm and can be negotiated.
In the future we anticipate moving to a 7-day service to better meet the needs of our community.Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 Maaori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to applyTo apply please click 'apply now'.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 25th September 2025.
To view the job description, please click here.
For more information, please contact Amy Lin in the Recruitment Centre on amy.lin@middlemore.co.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.At Counties Manukau Health people and their lives matter to us.
We are a values based and inclusive organisation that is committed to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
To help us achieve this we need a workforce that reflects the population we serve.
We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds who share our values and have a passion to work in our community and would greatly value seeing applicants from our Maaori and Pacific communities.
We are also committed to our Disability Strategy, which focuses on people with disabilities; they are our patients, whaanau, community and our staff
- all carefully considered in our action plan.
Together we will improve the accessibility needs for everyone who has a disability.
Our values are Valuing Everyone- Whakawhanaungatanga , Kind Manaakitanga, Together Kotahitanga, Excellent- Rangatiratanga.If these are your values too, then join us today.
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