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Core Clinician Occupational Therapist - Manukau Locality, Community Health Service

Core Clinician Occupational Therapist - Manukau Locality, Community Health Service

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Counties ManukauAuckland
17 days ago
Job description

Full Time 1.0FTE, Permanent

Remuneration as per PSA Allied Health MECA guidelines

Health 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 Zealanders.

Have you ever wanted to be part of an innovative, ground-breaking service that will transform the delivery of community health care services? If so, now is the time!

We have an exciting opportunity for an occupational therapist to join our interdisciplinary team who has experience in working in the community physical setting. In this influential role you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clinical presentations, solving real life challenges and contributing to changing lives for the better, for many in our community.

Essential :

  • NZ registered Occupational Therapist with current annual practising certificate
  • At least 2 years’ experience as an Occupational Therapist ideally with community and / or rehabilitation experience
  • Excellent skills in clinical decision making, communication and inter-personal skills
  • Resilient, resourceful, proactive with the ability to resolve conflict and find viable solutions for complex issues
  • Full, clean driver’s licence

Desirable :

  • Experience providing restorative and compensatory assessment and interventions, equipment solution, housing modifications, wheelchair and seating
  • EMS equipment and housing accreditation

    • What we can Offer

  • On the job training with continuous improvement and development opportunities including a well-established in-service training programme
  • A great team environment and supportive work culture
  • Excellent support from experienced practitioners, peer reviews, professional supervision and access to a clinical coach and advanced clinician
  • Work Perks - Discounts at a variety of businesses
  • EAP services

    • Our main hours of service are Monday to Friday 8 : 00am to 4 : 30pm and can be negotiated. In the future we anticipate moving to a 7-day service to better meet the needs of our community.

    Working at Health New Zealand

    Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maaori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.