Case Manager/Rehab Advisor

• Waikato Hospital
• 6 Months Fixed Term
• Full Time

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 are seeking a dedicated Case Manager/ Rehabilitation Advisor to join our dedicated team. In this important role, you will provide guidance and support, ensuring the health and safety of our employees while contributing to the success of our organisation.

You will be responsible for case management and rehabilitation, assisting our people as they recover from injury or illness and supporting their smooth transition back to the workplace.

Additionally, you will work closely with our Occupational Health & Wellbeing team to develop and implement key programmes that focus on supporting our employees to remain at work or successfully transition back to the workplace after an injury or illness.

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About Hamilton

Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.

About you

As a Case Manager/ Rehabilitation Advisor, you will have the following skills and experience:

• Tertiary qualification in business or similar or at least 6 years of relevant Case Management experience
• Experience working as an ACC Case Administrator
• Knowledge of the Accident Compensation Act
• Computer literate, competent in the use of the Microsoft Suite including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Experience with electronic file management systems
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Excellent time management and the ability to self-manage

• Support continuous improvement by managing change

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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 30 April 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rachael Devey at Rachael.Devey@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

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