Allied Health Assistant - Rehabilitation Services at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Otago

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Dunedin
• Permanent, part-time role (0.8 FTE, 32 hours per week)
• Salary $72,074 - $86,719 per annum pro-rata and KiwiSaver 

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 opportunity

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Allied Health Assistant to join our rehabilitation team. In this role, you will provide therapy input and support for patients across a variety of settings, including hospital, residential care, and in their own homes.

Working closely with clients and their whānau, you will assist occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech-language therapists, nurses, and social workers to deliver interventions and rehabilitation plans. Your work will help people regain independence and remain living in their own homes for longer.

This is an excellent opportunity for proactive and energetic individuals who enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds, thrive in a team environment, and are keen to develop new skills. We are committed to supporting our staff to grow and offer a range of learning opportunities.

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About you

To be successful in this role, you will:

• be a supportive team player who is open to learning
• demonstrate commitment, reliability, and a positive attitude
• follow instructions while also using initiative and common sense
• be physically fit and comfortable with the physical aspects of the role
• be confident using computers and digital systems
• hold a full driver's licence
• have a willingness to cover weekend work.

If you enjoy a team environment and are looking for your next exciting career move, we would love to hear from you.

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 Friday, 24 April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact James Boyd 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.

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.