Visiting Neurodevelopmental Therapist

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Nau mai, haere mai ki Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki

Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community

Te Kaupapa – Mission

Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.

We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.

Taranaki - A place like no other

Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture. Click here to read more information about Taranaki.

For further information on our international recruitment and what we offer Click here and find out how to make a difference somewhere different.

E pā ana ki a tatou - About us

At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.

We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.

When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:

· A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department

· Access to clinical training and education

· Up to date facilities, Have a look at

·  Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml

· Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams

· Professional development

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

We are welcoming applications from Occupational Therapists or Physiotherapists with Paediatric experience for a 0.5 FTE Visiting Neurodevelopmental Therapist.

The Visiting Neurodevelopmental Therapy (VNT) position is committed to helping children with developmental problems and their families achieve optimum function and well-being. This position provides assessment, provision of appropriate therapy, equipment and support for babies and young children aged 0 - 3 years and their families/whanau/caregivers. 

The VNT works within a multi-disciplinary team, (the Physical Therapy Team) that includes, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, a seating therapist, social work and therapy assistant. The Physical Therapy team is integral to the Child Health Services and is based in the Child & Adolescent Community Centre (CACC) at Taranaki Base Hospital.

Please click here to view the job description or email HR.recruitment@tdhb.org.nz.

Moū - About you

We are looking for a qualified Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist, with paediatric experience and a current Annual Practicing Certificate.

Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our families feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?

If you want to make an application, click on "Apply Online" from within this page.

For further information, please contact Anne Llewellyn on Email: anne.llewellyn@tdhb.org.nz

Applications Close Tuesday 28 January 2025

Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai

By joining together, we will succeed