Allied Health Assistant - Critical Care

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

We have an exciting opportunity for an Allied Health Assistant to join our Occupational Therapy team on a permanent part-time basis.

This role is varied and offers the opportunity to improve the wellbeing of patients journeying through previous and new health conditions including but not limited to traumatic brain injury, stroke, general medical and frailty conditions.

You will work alongside the Clinical Lead OTs, Physiotherapists, Advanced Rotators and Allied Health Assistants to ensure excellent service delivery whilst having the opportunity to grow your toolkit of transdisciplinary knowledge.

About the Team / Service / Location

You will report to the Occupational Therapy Team Lead but will be supported by and work closely with the wider inpatient Allied Health team, and Clinical Leads. Tauranga Hospital is a bustling secondary hospital serving a rapidly growing population, with a strong sense of community and collaborative care at its core.

We seek an individual who brings compassion, initiative, and a desire to make a meaningful impact every day. You will thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary setting and are eager to grow your skillset in critical care.

What you will bring :

• Experience as a Health Care or Allied Health Assistant
• A willingness to support a variety of Allied Health disciplines
• Strong cultural awareness and commitment to equity
• A team-focused mindset and adaptability to meet patient needs

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 view the position description and / or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11 : 59pm on 19 November 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact or alternatively you can contact

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Job details

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Location :

North Island - Bay of Plenty - Tauranga

Job type : Expertise :

Clinical - Allied Health - Therapy Assistant

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