Injury Advisor, Waikato at Te Whatu Ora, Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Permanent, full time
• Based in the Waikato District 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders. 

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations - from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities. 

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care. 

About the Role 

The primary purpose of the role is to provide expert injury management services to injured kaimahi, ensuring timely and effective rehabilitation and return to work, while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations and contributing to the ongoing development of the injury management service.

You will bring

• Minimum 5 years' experience in injury/illness management in case management or similar role
• Tertiary qualification in health or social services
• Demonstrated experience developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Motivated by desire to support injured workers recover and return to independence

Working for 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, 14 June. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Matt Kelly at matt.kelly@tewhatuora.govt.nz 

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.