Paediatric Occupational Therapist (1.0 FTE) at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, Northland
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Occupational Therapist
- Child Health Services
- Based at Whangarei Hospital
- Permanent full time
Working with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is about more than just a job. It's about enjoying coming to work every day, feeling challenged, trusted and supported, whilst enjoying living in a region that has a lifestyle unrivalled in New Zealand.
Provide an effective and efficient Occupational Therapy service to the children of Northland with developmental problems or disability, together with their families, to help them achieve optimum function and wellbeing
This position is working as a part of the Child Health Services team as an Occupational Therapist on a permanent full-time basis for 40 hours per week between Monday – Friday.
We are looking for applicants who are flexible, enthusiastic, organised, and are able to relate well and communicate effectively with patients, caregivers and colleagues.
Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.
Requirements:
- Registered Occupational Therapist with a current practicing certificate
- Post graduate experience preferably in neurological rehabilitation
- Ability to work as a part of a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication skills
Previous Paediatric experience would be preferable, however if you have less experience but a lot of interest then please apply now!
Benefits:
- Flexible working arrangements - no night shifts or weekends
- Interesting and wide variety of work involved to keep you engaged and motivated
- Be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team
- Further opportunities to work alongside other health professionals that will grow and develop your knowledge and skills to advance your career
A career with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.
Our people live our Values:
Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do
Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated
Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion
Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding
Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation
Vacancy No: AH23-132
Closes: 6 June 2023
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
Employer: | Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau |
Location: | Northland |
Position type: | Permanent Full time |
Category: | Health |
Date listed: | 23-May-2023 |
Closing date: | 06-Jun-2023 |
Reference: | NZ/AH23-137 |
Attachment: | AH23-137 - JD v1 - Paediatric Occupational Therapist.pdf (PDF, 625KB) Job Description |
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Website: | https://www.northlanddhb.org.nz/ |
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