Occupational Therapist - Allied Health Unit (AHU) at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Otago

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Occupational Therapist – Allied Health Unit (AHU)

Dunedin

• Part-time, Permanent (0.5 FTE)
• Salary: $90,843 – $110,290 (pro rata)
• Make a meaningful impact in acute care

We're looking for a motivated Occupational Therapist to join our vibrant inpatient Allied Health team at Dunedin Hospital. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across acute stroke, oncology/haematology, and internal medicine, while continuing to grow your clinical expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Whether you bring established experience in these areas or a strong interest in developing your skills, you'll be well supported to succeed.

About the role

In this dynamic position, you will:

• Work as part of a high-performing interdisciplinary team delivering patient-centred care
• Provide occupational therapy services across acute stroke, oncology/haematology, and medical inpatient settings
• Occasionally support other inpatient areas, keeping your practice varied and engaging
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in a weekend on-call roster (flexibility required)

We are committed to your growth. You'll benefit from:

• Regular team in-services and supervision
• Access to professional development funding and conferences
• A culture that encourages learning, innovation, and progression

About you

You are an enthusiastic and adaptable clinician who thrives in a fast-paced hospital setting. You bring:

• A minimum of 3 years' clinical experience
• Experience in acute stroke care (preferred)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to prioritise and manage a busy caseload effectively
• A commitment to ongoing professional development

You'll also:

• Support and mentor students, junior staff, and Allied Health Assistants
• Work confidently both autonomously and collaboratively
• Be flexible and responsive in a changing healthcare environment

Why join us?

Enjoy both professional satisfaction and an exceptional lifestyle:

• Stunning natural surroundings and affordable living
• Ongoing career development opportunities
• Subsidised gym memberships + discounted health insurance
• Access to holiday accommodation and retail discounts

Salary range

 This role belongs to the PSA/DHBs Allied, Public Health and Technical Multi-Employer Collective Agreement and falls between Step 3 - ($90,843) p.a and Step 7 ($110,290) p.a pro rata of the Degree-Based Allied, Public Health and Technical scale.

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 Sunday 28 June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact: james.boyd@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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