Occupational Therapy Assistant, Various FTE at Hauora Tairawhiti (Gisborne), Gisborne

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

The Occupational Therapy Team is committed to the values and behaviours of Hauora Tairāwhiti and this is reflected in our day to day practice, and our quality and service plans.  

We pride ourselves on providing a friendly, welcoming, and incredibly supportive atmosphere. We have a strong commitment to regular supervision (formal and informal), peer supervision and professional development with a variety of training opportunities to facilitate your learning needs.

We are looking to recruit a motivated and committed Occupational Therapy Assistant, to work under supervision of an Occupational Therapist both in the community and inpatient settings. The successful candidate will support the Occupational Therapy team on the wards and in the community with varying tasks.

Excellent people skills and good administrative skills is desired. Physical fitness is essential as manual handling of equipment and people is an everyday task. Previous experience in a health setting would be desirable but not essential as full training will be given.

Applicants must have a current, clean and full driver’s licence. 

Position Description | OT Assistant

If you are interested in this opportunity, contact Jordana Sweeney, Acting Clinical Leader Occupational Therapy, on (06) 869-0500 ext 8094  Jordana.sweeney@tdh.org.nz or apply online now with your CV and cover letter.