Core Clinician Occupational Therapist (Full Time) Manukau Locality, Community Health Service, Te Whatu Ora at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Counties Manukau, Auckland

1.0FTE, Permanent

Remuneration as per PSA Allied Health MECA guidelines (step 1 $58,513 - 8 $85,204)

Have you ever wanted to be part of an innovative, ground breaking service that will transform the delivery of community health care services? If so, now is the time!

Counties Manukau District is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health delivery using interdisciplinary and integrated approaches to patient and family care.

We have an exciting opportunity for an occupational therapist to join our interdisciplinary team who has experience in working in the community physical setting. In this influential role you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clinical presentations, solving real life challenges and contributing to changing lives for the better, for many in our community.

Essential:

•       NZ registered Occupational Therapist with current annual practising certificate

•       At least 2 year’s experience as an Occupational Therapist ideally with community and/or rehabilitation experience

•       Excellent skills in clinical decision making, communication and inter-personal skills           

•       Resilient, resourceful, proactive with the ability to resolve conflict and find viable solutions for complex issues

•       Full, clean driver’s licence

Desirable:

•       Experience providing restorative and compensatory assessment and interventions, equipment solution, housing modifications, wheelchair and seating

•       EMS equipment and housing accreditation

What we can Offer

•       On the job training with continuous improvement and development opportunities including a well-established in-service training programme

•       A great team environment and supportive work culture

•       Excellent support from experienced practitioners, peer reviews, professional supervision and access to a clinical coach

•       Work Perks - Discounts at a variety of businesses

Our main hours of service are Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm, with the ability to offer flexible hours. In the future we anticipate moving to a 7 day service to better meet the needs of our community.

For more information please contact Amy Lin in the Recruitment Centre on 09 276 0044 ext 58680 or amy.lin@middlemore.co.nz.

 Please apply online at http://www.countieshealthjobs.com/. To view the job description, click here.

Applications close: 28 March 2023

Job number: CMH2023103212