Occupational Therapist - Queenstown - ref. b97672515

Dunedin HospitalSalary: $82,856 - $110,210FTE options: 0.5 to 1.0 FTEFixed-term until November 2026Health 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 ZealandersAbout the roleAre you ready for a new challenge in acute inpatient care?We're seeking a passionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our Allied Health team at Dunedin Hospital in a fixed-term parental leave cover role.

This is a unique opportunity to work across acute stroke, oncology/haematology, and internal medicine, contributing to high-quality patient care in a dynamic hospital setting.Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, broaden your clinical experience, or relocate to beautiful Otago, this role offers flexibility, professional development, and a supportive team environment.View PDWhat we offer:Flexible working arrangements (0.5 to 1.0 FTE)A collaborative, interdisciplinary team cultureOngoing professional development including in-services, course/conference fundingOpportunities to mentor junior staff and studentsA varied caseload with occasional cover across other inpatient areasParticipation in weekend on-call rosterAbout youYou'll be a motivated and adaptable clinician with the following:A minimum of 2 years' clinical experienceStrong communication and interpersonal skillsExperience or interest in acute stroke, oncology, and internal medicineAbility to manage and prioritise a busy inpatient caseloadA commitment to continuous learning and service improvementBenefitsBeautiful coastlines and a family-friendly communityContinuous support for career developmentSubsidised gym membership and discounted health insuranceAccess to staff fitness facilities and banking offersAccess to a range of retail discounts and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)Salary rangeThis role belongs to the PSA/DHBs Allied, Public Health and Technical Multi-Employer Collective Agreement and falls between Step 2- ($82,856) p.a and Step 8 ($110,210) p.a pro rata of the Degree-Based Allied, Public Health and Technical scale.Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Friday, 1 August 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact: james.boyd@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website