Senior Occupational Therapist

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare services to all New Zealanders. We are guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to creating a health system that is inclusive and equitable for everyone. Our diverse workforce is essential to understanding and serving our community effectively. About the Role We are seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to join our team at Auckland City Hospital, specifically covering the Taiao ora Ward 51, which focuses on Acute Neurology, Stroke, and Rehabilitation. This is a full-time position, requiring a commitment of 40 hours per week. In this role, you will apply your clinical expertise and knowledge in Occupational Therapy, utilizing evidence-based practices related to stroke and neurological conditions. You will manage a clinical caseload within the Taiao ora Ward, collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary team to provide high-quality, effective services. On-the-job training and continuous professional development opportunities, including a well-established in-service training program, will be provided. About the Team/Service/Location Our Occupational Therapy team at Auckland Hospital is supportive and dedicated. You will benefit from a comprehensive onboarding and orientation process tailored to our acute hospital ward areas. Support will be provided by our Occupational Therapy Clinical Educator, Practice Supervisor, and experienced senior clinicians. About You We are looking for a registered Occupational Therapist in New Zealand with a minimum of six years of post-qualification experience in a hospital setting. Your qualifications should include: - Registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of NZ and a current annual practicing certificate - Strong clinical reasoning skills and the ability to apply evidence-informed practices - Experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team - Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills - A proactive, flexible approach with strong communication and interpersonal abilities You will be joining an exceptional team of Allied Health professionals, allowing you to further develop your skills in occupation-centered assessment and complex discharge planning. How to Apply The application deadline is Friday, 1 August 2025, at 11:59 PM (New Zealand standard time). To apply, please click on the 'Apply' button below and submit your application online, including your updated CV and a Cover Letter. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as we will review applications on a rolling basis and may close the posting once we have identified a suitable pool of candidates. If you have any questions regarding accessibility or encounter technical issues with the online application process, please reach out to Vaidehi Sharma, Recruitment Consultant, at Vaidehi.sharma@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz, quoting reference #ADHB23077. For more information about our recruitment process, please visit our website. To explore additional opportunities in the health sector, please visit http://www.kiwihealthjobs.com.