Community Occupational Therapist

Community Occupational TherapistPermanent or locum considered, full timeAn exciting opportunity has become available to work as a Proficient Occupational Therapist and join our passionate Occupational Therapy team at Te Whatu Ora Lakes.The successful applicant will have a supportive working environment. In addition to providing / supporting the delivery of Occupational Therapy within the community setting, the staff member will play a key role in contributing to the promotion and development of the Occupational Therapy services and the profession as a whole.Mo te turanga / About the roleThe role requires the ability to provide effective Occupational Therapy to the Lakes community.It is expected a varied caseload will be maintained with an expectation of building expertise in the MOH accreditation areas.The role is primarily working within the community setting Lakes geographical areas. Full time (40hrs per week) permanent position Monday to Friday 8am to 4 : 30pmMo koe / About youYou should - Have experience with the delivery of community care.Take professional and organizational responsibility for managing a broad caseload of clients / patients / tangata whaiora in an autonomous manner.Have a New Zealand Full driver's license. Be a current New Zealand Registered Occupational TherapistHave a current Annual Practicing Certificate (or working at getting registrationWe are seeking someone who is or has the ability to be accredited in the following areas : Personal care and household management.Basic and complex housingIf you meet the above, apply online now via https : / / www.lakesdhb.govt.nz / or contact Professional Advisor Occupational Therapy services at ****** with any questions. Pay scale is in alignment with experience and the allied services and public health collective employment contract.Salary range : $73,037 - $85,992Click here for Collective Agreement Click here for Position DescriptionTe Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare to a population of 110,000 people from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand.The Lakes district is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities such as mountain biking, skiing, and fishing.Family friendly beaches are also an hour's drive away. The Lakes district has a growing multi-cultural community and is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice.Working at Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience in an excellent and supportive work environment.Click here for more information on Living and Working in Rotorua :#J-18808-Ljbffr