Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Fixed term Full-time – 40 hours per week
• Covering parental leave from November 2024 to November 2025
• Bring your passion to this supportive close-knit team 

Join Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it. 

He Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity at Tauranga hospital for an Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team working in the Health in Ageing service in the Western Bay of Plenty – utilizing inpatient rehabilitation and community neuro enablement approaches.

You will work alongside the Clinical Lead OT and team leader to ensure excellent service delivery, development of this service and the staff working in this area whilst having the opportunity to grow your toolkit of transdisciplinary knowledge as you journey in your career.

This is a 1 year fixed term maternity leave position for an intermediate to experienced practitioner to work alongside other Allied Health staff across these service areas and transition patients home as part of the wider acute hospital flow. 

This role is covered by the PSA Allied Public Health, Scientific and Technical Collective Agreement.  Salary range for this position is $77,087 to $107,600. 

He Korero mōu - About You

Previous experience working within an allied health setting is preferred. You must be comfortable with working within an ‘all-one-team' model in allied health, working together with other leaders and staff to integrate services and orientate delivery around wellbeing.  You will find a supportive and dynamic coaching environment with Manaakitanga and a focus on service equity at the heart. 

Our preferred candidate will have:

• Exemplary interpersonal skills
• Experience in a hospital setting working on acute wards
• A current Annual Practising Certificate
• Passion and a drive to make a real difference through your work and have a strong cultural awareness
• A willingness to work alongside other Allied Health clinicians and leaders to help shape this service

Mō Tātou – About Us

Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne.  We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki.  Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty's largest employers with over 4500 staff.

Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits

• Orientation and support from the wider Allied Health inpatient team
• Opportunity to work alongside an interdisciplinary team to expand your skill base and ensure excellent service delivery
• A supportive and dynamic coaching environment with Manaakitanga at the heart
• Opportunities to attend relevant professional development to grow your skillset
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership and Wellbeing programme
• Free flu vaccinations
• Free onsite parking
• Discounts (with local businesses)
• The opportunity to live and work in the stunning Western Bay of Plenty 

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Our name, Te Whatu Ora, means ‘the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system. 

At Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whānau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Māori and ensures greater access, experience and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Māori, Pacific and Disabled People. 

Tō tūranga i roto i Te Whatu Ora | Your place in Te Whatu Ora

When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time change, that will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. 

We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW.” For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat, contact Rio Jodache, Team Leader, Occupational Therapy, via email rio.Jodache@bopdhb.govt.nz. 

Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty commitment to child protection, you will be subject to ‘safety checks' under the Children's Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.