Rotational Occupational Therapist (New Graduate) at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Rotational Occupational Therapist (New Graduate)

Rotorua Hospital

Permanent, Fulltime

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 Role

The full time position is suitable for new graduate therapists, or someone who is wanting to consolidate their skills in a variety of clinical areas. This position is on a six monthly rotation.

The rotation includes the following areas:

• Acute Orthopaedic and Surgical Services
• General Medical and Neurology Services
• Older Persons, Rehabilitation and Stroke Services

Opportunities for support and development within Rotorua Hospital include:

• Clinical Supervision by Senior Staff
• Professional Peer Review
• Interdisciplinary New Graduate Peer Support within Rotorua Hospital
• Regional Occupational Therapy New Graduate Support
• Formal In-service Programme

In addition to providing direct Occupational Therapy, the Therapist will play a key role in contributing to the promotion and development of the Occupational Therapy service and the profession as a whole.

The role will allow you to complete the Occupational Therapy process with a varied caseload and provide the opportunity for working within the inpatient environment with the potential for some community follow-up work.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.

As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here

About you

This is an exciting opportunity for a team player who is flexible, possesses a strong professional identity, along with evidence of culturally safe practice. We can offer the successful applicant a supportive working environment, with a team approach and commitment to ongoing education/professional development.

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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 before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. 

The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.