Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapy – START (Supported Transition and Restorative Team), 

Health New Zealand Waitematā. Permanent Part Time 0.6 FTE

Waitematā District is developing an exciting new interdisciplinary Service to support patients restore functional abilities in the community - the Supported Transition and Restorative Team (START)

About the Role

• You will be part of a community interdisciplinary team of registered clinicians (allied health and nursing) supporting Allied Health Assistants to deliver quality tailored, short-term restorative interventions to patients in their place of residence to facilitate patients to achieve their functional goals.
• You will provide clinical oversight ensuring patient safety by monitoring standards of care and implementing best practice
• As a registered occupational therapist, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your professional clinical skills with a focus on restorative practices in the community.

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 Team/Service/ Location

Sitting in the Specialty Medicine and Health of Older People (SMHOP) Division the START team will support patients across the Waitematā District, based initially in two community hubs of North Shore Hospital and Waitākere Hospital delivering support services in the community.

About you

To be considered for this role you must meet the following criteria:

• Hold a current New Zealand Occupational Therapy Annual Practising Certificate
• Possess highly developed clinical and professional skills and knowledge (at least 3 years professional experience)
• Be able to contribute and support a team operating in the community
• Have experience in rehabilitation and restorative practice
• Hold a full New Zealand Driver’s Licence

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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

25 May 2025 . If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sue Huskinson -Charge Nurse Manager on Suzanne.Huskinson@Waitematadhb.govt.nz

For queries regarding the application process please contact - Lissa Crook, Recruitment Consultant on lissa.crook@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Job Reference: WDHB19926

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