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Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Fixed termNew Zealand Government • Tauranga, BOP, NZ
Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Fixed term

Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Fixed term

New Zealand Government • Tauranga, BOP, NZ
3 days ago
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Job Description

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* **Enjoy coastal living in Tauranga, with beautiful beaches, bustling cafes, and an outdoor lifestyle right on your doorstep*** **Fixed-term part-time position to August 2027 0.9 FTE working Monday to Friday*** **Paediatric expertise to an innovative project focused on improving care for tamariki and whānau**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.**About the Role**Bring your paediatric Occupational Therapy experience to a rewarding role supporting babies, toddlers, and children to reach their potential. As part of the Child Development Service, you will work alongside tamariki and whānau while contributing to an innovative project focused on quality improvement. This is a great opportunity to combine hands-on clinical practice with the chance to influence how services continue to develop.**About the Team/Service/Location**Our Child Development Service brings together a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to achieving positive outcomes for tamariki and whānau. Collaboration, shared learning, and professional development are part of everyday practice, with flexibility and wellbeing equally valued. Based in Tauranga, the role offers the opportunity to build your career while enjoying everything this coastal city has to offer.****Click here**** **to learn more about the Bay of Plenty****About You**You are an experienced Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with tamariki and whānau who also thrives in a collaborative environment. Curious and motivated, you bring a thoughtful approach to clinical practice and an interest in improving how care is delivered.****What you will bring:***** Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand, and a current Annual Practicing Certificate* Paediatric Occupational Therapy experience working with babies, toddlers, and children* Strong communication and relationship-building skills* A collaborative, whānau-centred approach to practice* An interest in quality improvement and service development* A current full NZ drivers licence**To view the Position Description please** ****click here******Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.**How to Apply**To apply for the role please click **apply now.** All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on **7 October 2026**. If you have any questions about the role, please contact bp-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz**Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.** #J-18808-Ljbffr

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