Occupational Therapist - Casual
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Whanganui District
- Occupational Therapy
- Casual
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 an Occupational Therapist open to casual work within our OT team. This could include working on inpatients and/or community work based on availability, skills and needs of the applicant. It is a perfect role for maintaining a good work-life balance, whilst valuing your Occupational Therapy skills and expertise.We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is dynamic and able to work in a multi-disciplinary setting.
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.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.
About the Team/Service/ Location
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.
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About you
Our ideal candidate will have:
- 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 29th August 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Stacey Howes 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.