Occupational Therapist - Medical

Waikatodhbnewsroom; Hastings; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service provider in Hastings is seeking an Occupational Therapist for their Medical Inpatient Team. The role involves providing high-quality, person-centred care and supporting other therapists and students. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy and a minimum of three years of experience. The organization emphasizes professional development and offers a supportive working environment with opportunities for ongoing training and mentorship.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalent required.
• Must be New Zealand Registered with a current annual practising certificate (APC) or able to obtain one in a timely manner.
• Minimum of three years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred inpatient care.
• Problem solving and planning for complex discharges.
• Support and guide rotational Occupational Therapists and students.

Job description

# Occupational Therapist - MedicalHealth 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**The Occupational Therapy Service at Hawkes Bay Hospital has an opening for Occupational Therapist within our Medical Inpatient Team. Working in partnership with whaiora, whānau, and the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT), you will provide high quality, person-centred inpatient care. Problem solving and bringing creative solutions to complex discharge planning will keep you actively learning and engaged within the acute medical team. You will support and guide rotational Occupational Therapists and students and be actively involved in ongoing quality improvement initiatives within the acute medical and inpatient Allied Health team.**About the Team/Service/ Location**You will join a diverse team of acute and subacute Occupational Therapists, and be part of the supportive Allied Health inpatient team. We value Continued Professional Development, mentoring, supervision and on-going training. You will have access to regular in-service training, special interest working groups, and learning opportunities to develop your clinical, cultural, quality improvement, and leadership skills. The Occupational Therapy Professional Lead will also support your growth and promotes the Occupational Therapy service throughout our hospital.Hawkes Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about. For more information on living and working in Hawkes Bay click**About you**We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who:* Has a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, or equivalent.* Is New Zealand Registered with current annual practising certificate (APC) or ability to gain in a timely way* Minimum of three-years experience**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 review the position profile, click To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Yvette MacDonald via email on [e-mail]*We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.** **Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital, Occupational Therapist Medical*** **Permanent, Full-time 80 hours per fortnight (1 FTE)**| Location: | | | | --- | | North Island - Hawkes Bay - Hastings | || Expertise: | | | | --- | | Clinical - Allied Health - Occupational Therapist | |