Core 2 Rotational Occupational Therapist-Community

Core 2 Rotational Occupational Therapist - Community (Permanent Full Time)

1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Allied Health – Health New Zealand Waitemata

Exciting Rotational Opportunity awaits.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Occupational therapist to join our Core 2 rotation programme at Health New Zealand – Waitematā. The rotation’s run from February to February and for this term will start within our Community Occupational Therapy Service (based at Waitakere Hospital) with the opportunity to rotate to other areas of interest within the program.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We offer a two tier rotational program within Health New Zealand - Waitematā with the Core 1 and Core 2 positions based at North Shore Hospital, Waitakere Hospital, and Community.

Core 1 rotational positions are 6 months long and offer experience in: 

· Acute medical (2 rotations)

· Elective orthopaedics

· Acute surgical

· Inpatient Mental Health (under 65’s)

· Older Adult Assessment Treatment & Rehabilitation (AT&R)

Core 2 rotational positions are 12 months long and offer experience in: 

· Trauma Orthopaedics

· Integrated stroke unit

· Complex rehabilitation 

· Community

· Medical/Renal

· Wilson Centre (Paediatrics)

About the Team/Service/ Location

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to expand their clinical skill set by rotating through, different specialty services. We offer:

· Opportunity to develop core Occupational Therapy skills through a rotational programme

· A hardworking, supportive and fun work environment

· Excellent support from our clinical coach and senior practitioners in all areas of practice

· Opportunities to develop your clinical skills and knowledge in the acute, rehabilitation and community settings.

· In-house career development with regular in-service training and education opportunities

· Monthly professional supervision

· Work perks including on-site fitness hub, retail discounts etc.

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About you

• You will have had a minimum of 2 years – 3 years’ experience either as a rotational OT or in a staff grade position. 

• You will be someone who likes a challenge and is motivated to upskill in a range of different practice areas 

• Demonstrates an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of Occupational Therapy and its application in practice

• Flexibility and a willingness to work across our different areas to meet service need

• Evidence of being a good team player with excellent communication skills

• Strong work ethic

Please click here for position description

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 13/4/2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Nisha Karipoth, Recruitment Consultant at Nisha.Karipoth@waitematadhb.govt.nz

For specific queries regarding the nature of the role, please contact Simone Skelton, Occupational Therapy Clinical Leader Simone.Skelton@waitematadhb.govt.nz or Katrina Wallis, Professional Clinical Leader Occupational Therapy at Katrina.wallis@Waitematadhb.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.