Occupational Therapist - Inpatients

at  Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora

• 1.0 FTE / permanent
• 80 hours per fortnight
• Nelson Hospital
  Join Health New Zealand l Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we’ve got an opportunity for you to be part of it.

KO WAI HE KAITONO TŌTIKA? (WHO IS AN APPROPRIATE APPLICANT?)

We are looking for NZ registered Occupational Therapists with a genuine passion for working alongside patients in the acute inpatient setting, through their health journey.
You will have comprehensive clinical assessment and problem-solving skills, and the experience, passion and ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a very supportive team. You will have excellent communication skills to liaise with health professionals and agencies, and will be adaptable and resourceful, to enjoy working in a flexible, busy environment promoting interprofessional practice, to meet service needs.
Confidence and experience in managing complex physical health caseloads, and discharge planning is preferable. Acute physical health inpatient and stroke rehabilitation experience is also desirable. If this sounds like you, we welcome your application.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

Please refer the Job description for details