Occupational Therapist - Icu

# Occupational Therapist - ICU

• Work where others holiday – enjoy the beaches, bustling cafés, and vibrant coastal lifestyle in Tauranga
• Part-time – 0.5 FTE
• Be part of a growing national focus on Allied Health leadership in the critical care space
• Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
• About the Role
• This new permanent part-time role has been established in alignment with a national initiative to strengthen Allied Health involvement in intensive Care Units.

As the Occupational Therapist working within our ICU at Tauranga Hospital, you will support a broad range of patients, including those recovering from traumatic brain injury, stroke, frailty, and other acute medical conditions.Working 0.5 FTE (20 hours per week) across a Monday – Sunday roster (weekend cover will be considered), you will be based in a high-acuity environment and supported by the Occupational Therapy Team Lead.

You will also collaborate with Allied Health clinical Leads and senior medical and nursing staff to deliver timely, patient-focused care that enhances outcomes and supports safe transition planning.

Tauranga Hospital's ICU is dynamic and rapidly evolving, providing a rewarding space for clinicians committed to excellence and professional growth.

Outside of work, Tauranga offers a coastal lifestyle that's hard to beat, combining beach life, cultural vibrancy, and family-friendly living.

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You will enjoy working as part of an interdisciplinary team and take pride in contributing to new service development and innovation in care delivery.

Confidence, cultural safety, and compassion are essential to thrive in this role.

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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact

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