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Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

APM • Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand
15 days ago
Job description

Make a real difference – Join a vibrant team that puts clients first.

Are you a high-performing clinician ready to use your expertise where it truly matters? At APM, we are a values-led, customer-obsessed team committed to delivering best-in-class service to people when they need it most.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, bring exceptional clinical reasoning skills, and are passionate about making a meaningful impact across a diverse range of clients and settings, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We're on the hunt for a passionate, dedicated, Occupational Therapist to join our team in Dunedin!

About the role

Reporting to your Team Leader, you’ll be part of a vibrant team culture that supports and empowers each other every day.

Vocational Rehabilitation (SAW & BTW)

  • Confident delivering workplace assessments, graduated return-to-work plans and task analysis
  • Knowledge of vocational services pathways

Community Rehabilitation Services

  • Provide rehabilitation and support to individuals within their community
  • Work within a multi-disciplinary team to help clients achieve their rehab goals
  • Knowledge of community services pathways
  • Concussion Service

  • Skilled in assessing and treating concussion and mild to moderate traumatic brain injury
  • Experience in assessing and treating cervical spine, vestibular, oculomotor systems
  • Collaborative approach with GPs, specialists and the wider multi-disciplinary team
  • Training For Independence (TI)

  • Able to deliver individual community rehabilitation programmes focussed on independence and function
  • Skilled in delivering home and community-based functional rehabilitation
  • Ability to co-ordinate and collaborate with the wider multi-disciplinary team
  • Pain Management Services (PMS)

  • Experience working in inter-disciplinary teams to support people living with persistent pain
  • Skilled in behaviour change, pacing strategies, and education in self-management
  • Understanding of biopsychosocial approaches
  • Social Rehabilitation Needs Assessment (SRNA)

  • Skilled in functional needs assessments and service recommendations to support independence
  • Strong understanding of ACC service entitlements and linking clients to appropriate supports
  • Experience writing high-quality reports and justifying clinical reasoning
  • Physiotherapy Services

  • Experience in musculoskeletal, neurological and vestibular rehabilitation
  • Experience in delivering gym-based, home-based, and functional rehabilitation programmes
  • Skilled in assessing movement patterns and progressing strength and mobility
  • What you’ll do

  • Use your clinical expertise to support clients in homes, workplaces, and communities —no two days are the same
  • Deliver care that aligns with our strong internal focus on excellence and outcomes
  • Be part of a high-performing, supportive team that values collaboration, growth, and innovation
  • What you’ll bring

  • A drive to make a difference and deliver outstanding care
  • High-level clinical reasoning and adaptability across a spectrum of client needs
  • A commitment to continuous learning and professional development
  • Proven ability to deliver client-centred rehabilitation in community
  • Clear, professional written and verbal communication with clients, whanau and stakeholders
  • At least 2 years’ experience working within vocational rehabilitation and community rehabilitation services
  • What’s in it for you

  • A competitive salary package
  • 5 weeks of annual leave to support your work-life alignment
  • A vehicle for business and personal use
  • For the full job description or more information, please reach out to Roz, Talent Consultant, at

    Applications from overseas candidates are welcome – we are an Accredited Employer, so reach out for more information.

    Seniority level

    Entry level

    Employment type

    Full-time

    Job function

    Health Care Provider

    Industries

    Hospitals and Health Care

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