Occupational Therapist

Location: Wairarapa Hospital Service: Allied Health Team Contract: Full-time, 1 year fixed term Salary: As per PSA Allied Scientific Technical SECA Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and aims to build a health system that serves all New Zealanders effectively. About the Company At Health New Zealand, we prioritize excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce to better understand and meet the needs of our community. We strongly encourage applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist who is eager to make a positive impact in the Wairarapa community. This position offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle in a beautiful region. If you are passionate about providing care across various clinical areas, including acute medical, rehabilitation, and community settings within a secondary hospital environment, this role is tailored for you. About Our Team Our Occupational Therapy team is a small yet dynamic group that receives strong support from the broader Allied Health and multidisciplinary teams. We maintain close connections with both regional and national Occupational Therapy networks. As a vital member of our multidisciplinary team, you will assess and provide interventions in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. Your work will help individuals maintain their functionality in their homes and communities, as well as support inpatient discharge planning. About You To be successful in this role, you will need to be registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand and hold a current practicing certificate. Ideally, you will have substantial experience in inpatient health settings. We are looking for a flexible and enthusiastic clinician who thrives in a team environment and is dedicated to delivering the best possible clinical care for clients. This is a full-time, fixed-term position requiring 80 hours (1.0 FTE) per fortnight, Monday to Friday. We also welcome inquiries from those interested in part-time opportunities. This fixed-term role is specifically to provide parental leave cover. Benefits Living in the Wairarapa region offers a unique lifestyle that combines the beauty of nature with a supportive community. To learn more about what the Wairarapa has to offer, please visit our website. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. The position will remain open until we successfully appoint a candidate. If you have any questions regarding the role, please reach out to Franky Spite, Team Leader of Occupational Therapy, at 027 454 9862. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process promptly.