Occupational Therapist - Rotational at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui Rotational Occupational Therapist Te Whatu Ora - Whanganui Allied Health Primary and Community Permanent, full time (40 hours per week) Te Whatu Ora Whanganui is committed to increase the diversity of our workforce, and actively focus on employing and building a sustainable Maori workforce which supports our pro-equity commitment.
Aroha- The value of love, respect and empathy, demonstrating compassionate and non-judgemental relationships.Kotahitanga- The value of unity and vision sharing where we demonstrate trust and collaboration.Manaakitanga- The value of respect, support and caring where we demonstrate doing our very best for others.Tino Rangatiratanga- The value of self-determination where we empower individual/whanau choice.Ko te kaupapa | About the role We are seeking a qualified and experienced Occupational Therapist to work in our Occupational Therapy team, this role is predominantly a rotational inpatient role rotating through the main hospital wards including Medical, Surgical, ATR (stroke/rehab), Emergency Department and Community with input into Paediatrics and Critical Care as required. This role is ideal for a new graduate Occupational Therapist, or an experienced Occupational Therapist with an interest in inpatient services. If you are a new graduate then we may be able to offer an Allied Health Assistant position in the interim whilst you await registration, please indicate your interest in this on your application.
We have a great team of Occupational Therapists with a wide variety of experience and skills. This job requires working closely with the other Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Therapy Assistants, as well as being a part of a wider multi-disciplinary team. Excellent time management, adaptability and communication skills are essential for this role.
You must be a qualified Occupational TherapistHave experience or demonstrate potential for working in a hospital/DHB settingHold the legal right to work in New ZealandPhysically fit and able to lift (as per patient handling guidelines)Motivated to maintain high level of knowledge and skillHold a New Zealand Drivers LicenseOpportunity to further strengthen your clinical skillsYou will be working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team providing excellent services to patients and whanauKo wai matou|Who are we Our vision is He Hapori Ora - Thriving Communities,with our mission being 'to improve health and independence through a responsive and integrated health system'.
We ensure health care places people and their whanau at the centre of everything we do with and for them. We support and empower individuals and whanau to determine their own wellbeing and are committed to working in authentic partnership with other health care providers, iwi, government, social and community agencies to build strong, resilient, connected people and whanau.
Whanganui is a great little progressive city with a friendly chilled vibe. Great café culture, schools and sporting opportunities with some of the best all year-round weather in the country. The rugged west coast beaches on your doorstep allow for all year surfing, fishing or just walking for miles. Skiing and hiking on mount Ruapehu just an hour up the road, Whanganui has all your bases covered for a family friendly lifestyle.
Whanganui's reputation for having some of the best value-for-money housing in New Zealand is another big-plus for many people settling in the city. With most suburbs only 15 minutes from the central business district or Whanganui Hospital residents don't have to compromise on location to make the most of their leisure time or afford a better property.
To apply click 'APPLY NOW' on our advertisement via KiwiHealthJobs. For more information, please contact Kim Craddock, Recruitment Coordinator ****** or (06) 348 8911
Applications close:Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate has been found, so please do not hesitate to apply for this role Vacancy: 01-OTRT-5660 Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Whanganui
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