Hand Therapist - Allied Health Outpatients

• Hand Therapist - Allied Health Outpatients Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital
•  Permanent /Part-Time 40 Hours per fortnight 0.5 FTE
• This is a great opportunity to join a specialist, supportive team where you will work alongside orthopaedic services, develop advanced clinical skills, and make a meaningful difference in the recovery and wellbeing of patients across Hawke’s Bay

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

As a Hand Therapist, you will play a vital role in supporting people with hand and upper limb conditions throughout their recovery journey. Working with a varied caseload, you will complete assessments, develop individualised treatment plans, provide rehabilitation and education, and help patients achieve the best possible functional outcomes. You will work collaboratively with patients, whānau, orthopaedic specialists, and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well - established service that offers exposure to a wide range of hand therapy presentations. You'll be supported by experienced clinicians and encouraged to further develop your skills through mentoring, professional supervision, ongoing training, and continuing professional development. Whether you are an experienced Hand Therapist or looking to grow your expertise in this specialty area, you'll find a supportive team environment and meaningful work that makes a real difference to people’s lives.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Hand Therapy Service is a small, highly skilled team of clinicians providing specialist assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for patients with hand and upper limb injuries and conditions. Working closely alongside Orthopaedic Services and other Allied Health professionals, we are committed to delivering equitable, patient-centred care across Hawke’s Bay.

Based at Hawke’s Bay Hospital, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive Allied Health workforce that values clinical excellence, continuous learning, and innovation in patient care.

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About you

As a Hand Therapist, you will be a motivated clinician with a passion for helping people regain function and independence.

• New Zealand Registered Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
• Registered or Associate Hand Therapist, or willing to undertake hand therapy training with relevant musculoskeletal experience.
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and rehabilitation skills within a musculoskeletal setting.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to culturally safe practice and delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

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 Monday 20th July. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Colin, Colin.White@hbdhb.govt.nz

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.