Occupational Therapist - Rotational

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Located at Whakatāne Hospital
• Permanent Full-time
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Staff carparking + Discounted goods 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. 

About the Role

Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is looking for a dedicated Occupational Theraist to join the Allied Health team at Whakatane Hospital on a permanent full-time basis.  This position offers the opportunity to work across acute rehabilitation, emergency and inpatient wards (medical, surgical and paediatric). 

About the Team/Service/ Location

You will be joining an experienced and friendly team who work together to support each other, to provide best outcomes for our clients. 

Situated in one of New Zealand's most picturesque regions, the Eastern Bay of Plenty offers a unique blend of stunning natural beach, rich cultural heritage and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. 

Please click here for more information on Whakatāne and its attractions. 

About you

• Experience in rehabilitation and acute inpatient/hospital settings is preferred
• Able to work autonomously and collaboratively
• Excellent clinical and problem solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth
• Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings. 

You will preferably hold accreditation for enable funding in personal care, household management, and basic housing.  Wheeled mobility and postural support level 1 would be an advantage.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. 

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

• 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. 

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 27th January 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Carole Vivian, Associate Director of Allied Health, Eastern Bay of Plentyvia email Carole.vivian@bopdhb.govt.nz.