Occupational Therapist - Community

Location: Ewart Building, Newtown, Wellington Contract: Permanent, Full Time About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is deeply committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. We are focused on building a health system that emphasizes partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centered care, and excellence through integration and collaboration. About the Role We are excited to announce an opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join the ORA Wellington Community Team. This is a community-based position within an interdisciplinary team that works collaboratively to support patients on their rehabilitation journeys. The role includes assessing and providing equipment, modifications, and rehabilitation solutions to enhance patients' independence at home. About the Team/Service/Location The ORA Community Services team works with individuals experiencing acquired neurological conditions, long-term health issues, or age-related challenges, including stroke, progressive neurological disorders, dementia, frailty, and post-trauma conditions. Our multidisciplinary team consists of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech-Language Therapists, Social Workers, Dietitians, Liaison Nurses, and Allied Health Assistants, and we maintain close collaborations with Nurse Practitioners, Geriatricians, and Rehabilitation Physicians. This position is located in the Wellington team, based at the Ewart Building in Newtown. We provide ongoing professional development opportunities, including inter-professional practice training, professional support, and discipline-specific training through our professional leaders and clinical supervision. Cultural professional supervision is also available from our Maori and Pacific Health teams. About You We are looking for a New Zealand Registered Occupational Therapist with a current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) and a valid driving license. You should have experience in rehabilitation and a strong understanding of equipment and modification solutions aimed at maximizing patient independence. Experience working in a community setting to help individuals and families navigate the challenges posed by diagnoses and long-term health conditions is highly desirable. You will possess sound clinical skills, particularly in working with adults, and thrive in a team-oriented environment. We value holistic skills, enthusiasm, and a passion for achieving the best outcomes for our patients. A clear understanding of the health needs of our Maori and Pacific communities is essential. Our successful candidate will have: - Experience in rehabilitation (essential) - Experience working with older adults (essential) - Familiarity with vocational rehabilitation (desirable) - An understanding of equipment and modification services (desirable) Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to delivering excellent healthcare to the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our workforce is central to everything we do, and we are dedicated to being good employers who honor our equal employment opportunity obligations. We value diversity and encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of gender identity, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. A diverse and inclusive workforce enables us to better understand and serve our community. We are a pro-equity health organization with a specific focus on Maori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. How to Apply To apply, please visit our online careers portal and submit your application by July 27, 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Philip Adamson at philip.adamson@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.