Job Description - Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy 1.0 FTE (HAU01848)
Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy 1.0 FTE
Vacancy No: HAU01848
Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity Exciting opportunity to work in our community Occupational Therapy team. Work in sunny Gisborne (proud to be the first city to see the sunrise). Bring your surfboard for amazing beaches, walks, art, food and culture. Bring your Occupational Therapy skills to be part of a supportive, diverse team. Relocation assistance available if you need to relocate to Gisborne Free onsite parking This position is based in the community where you will be working with people of all ages with physical disabilities and long-term illness to participate in their daily occupations.
We pride ourselves on providing a friendly, welcoming, and incredibly supportive atmosphere. We have a strong commitment to regular supervision (formal and informal), peer supervision and professional development with a variety of training opportunities to facilitate your learning needs.
We are patient-focused, utilise the Canadian Model of Occupational Performance and Engagement to drive our process, and measures our patient outcomes. We use an evidenced based approach in our assessments and interventions and we are quality driven. We work in an inter-disciplinary environment promoting independence, health and well-being for the people of our community.
We are looking for someone (ideally) with experience but will also consider experience in areas other than community. The ideal candidate will have a willingness to learn about wheelchair and seating assessments, pressure care intervention, cognitive assessments and housing modification assessments. With additional benefits:
The remuneration range for this role is $59,035 to $ 85,992 and is covered by the collective agreement: PSA Allied
Successful applicants are to have be registered with the OT Board of New Zealand and hold a current practising certificate. They must also hold a current, clean and full driver's licence (ability to drive a manual is desirable but not essential). Overseas applicants can be considered providing they are eligible for OT Board registration.
Desirable skills to bring would include:
· Self-sufficient, organised, good communicator, motivated, takes initiatives.
· Enjoys working with people of all ages and different professions.
· Has the ability to think on their feet, work at times in a quick-paced environment.
· Can effectively problem solve and think laterally.
· Hard working, inquisitive, open to all learning opportunities.
· Accountable and has good time management skills.
If this sounds like you, we welcome your application, and ask you to contact Jordana Sweeney, Clinical Leader Occupational Therapy, on (06) 869-0500 ext 8094 or email ****** for further information.
Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne "Tairawhiti" – "The light shines on the water" is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders and a deep connection to Maori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most that are not yet here. Our lifestyle is about time.
Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We're shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and take a greater role in their own health and wellbeing.
Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairawhiti by working together.
W hakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best.
A whi/support - Supporting our turoro/patients their whanau/families, our community partners and each other.
K otahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more.
A roha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us.
Me pehea te tuku tono - How to Apply To complete and application please use the "apply now" link provided which will redirect you through our online career's portal. For successful applicants our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.
Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti are committed to improving Maori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Maori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.
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