Occupational Therapist - Advanced Clinician Ed

of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that

serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We have an exciting

opportunity to join the supportive Occupational Therapy team at Christchurch

Hospital.

We are looking for an experienced NZ Registered Occupational Therapist

to join us on a fixed term basis working within the Emergency Department.

You

will join the existing ED team which includes an Expert Occupational Therapy

Practitioner.

As part of the team you will be further developing the ED service

for Occupational Therapy and the wider Allied Health team.

The position is part time and will be rostered over a 7 day week between the hours of

• and
• , as 7 x 10 hour shifts a fortnight, we operate a 4 week roster.

You will have a

minimum of 5 years clinical experience and have proven advanced clinical skills

and knowledge of the acute hospital setting, and working with older people

experiencing frailty related conditions.

You will be able to demonstrate

clinical leadership expertise and experience in leading quality improvement

initiatives.

In this role, you

will be responsible for :

• Working with patients in the ED area to deliver specific occupational

therapy assessments which include a major focus on frailty and head injury

assessment

• Comprehensive assessments will support the wider ED team to make sound

decision on discharge to home or admission to the hospital for patients

seen.

You will work as part of an IDT

Allied Health team and will support further development of IDT working in this

area

• Working with patients from diverse social and cultural backgrounds and

working collaboratively with whanau, the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure

the best outcomes

• Identifying, contributing towards and leading service improvement initiatives
• Being involved in transfer and discharge planning
• Mentoring and supervision of students and other colleagues within the wider

Occupational Therapy serviceAbout You

Your skills will

include :

• Comprehensive clinical assessment, clinical reasoning / interpretation

within scope and competency, and problem solving skills

• 5 years relevant clinical experience with experience / knowledge of working in acute

care environment as well as older persons health

• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, to develop positive

interpersonal relationships, and work flexibly within the inter-disciplinary

team, with a team player attitude

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to liaise effectively

with health professionals both within the in-patient services and in the

community

• Strong clinical reasoning skills and use of evidence informed practice
• Effective time management and organisational skills
• Strong prioritisation skills and experience with complex discharge

planning

• Registration with the NZ Occupational Therapy Board and current Annual

Practicing Certificate (or eligibility to obtain)

• A positive attitude and passion for this area of workIt is also expected

that you will contribute to the ward weekend roster at times.

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 diverse Maori,

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 8th December.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at

• or Clinical Manager Bronwyn Suzana on
• or

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