Occupational Therapist (0.9FTE)

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau

Northland
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Based at Dargaville Hospital
Permanent part time – 36 hours per week

Working with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is about more than just a job. It's about enjoying coming to work every day, feeling challenged, trusted and supported, whilst enjoying living in a region that has a lifestyle unrivalled in New Zealand.We are looking for a motivated Occupational Therapist to provide Community and Adult Rehab Occupational Therapy service to inpatients and outpatients which best meets their needs, promoting independence, safety, self-determination, individual and family wellbeing.The role:

Provide Occupational Therapy services to clients that enables occupational performance and promotes health/well-being
Provide advocacy for the client, community health and occupational therapy services.
Promote a high standard of professional occupational therapy practise.
Contribute to the effective functioning of the Occupational Therapy Service

This position is on a permanent part time basis working 36 hours per week between Monday – Friday.Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.Requirements:

Registered Occupational Therapist with a current practicing certificate
Equipment Assessors Accreditation
Has worked in a multi-disciplinary team
Good working knowledge of emotional and social issues as they relate to individuals, their families and the wider community
Proven ability to communicate with and relate to a wide range of people and age groups

Previous rural experience would be preferable, however if you have less experience but a lot of interest then please apply now!Benefits:

Flexible working arrangements - no night shifts or weekends
Interesting and wide variety of work involved to keep you engaged and motivated
Be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team
Further opportunities to work alongside other health professionals that will grow and develop your knowledge and skills to advance your career
Opportunity to make a difference within the community

Immigration NZ has introduced an Accredited Employer Work Visa system which includes a simplified residency process for health workers on the new “Green List” of occupations – and this position is one of those designated critical positions! Please visit NZ Immigration's website for further informationA career with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.Our people live our Values:Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we doWhakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treatedManaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassionWhakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understandingTaumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovationVacancy No: AH23-219Closes: 21 March 2024

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