Advanced Clinician - Occupational TherapyAchieving the best health outcomes for Northland communities starts with expecting the best from ourselves. We ensure every member of our team has the opportunity to develop, grow and stay inspired. Here, you can make an impact on your community and on your own professional development – all whilst enjoying a flexible and healthy work-life balance.Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora - Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Maori as Tangata Whenua as the highest priority.About the roleWe are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Occupational, Speech and Language Therapy Services at Whangarei Hospital as an Advanced Clinician. This role will deliver and maintain an effective, high quality Occupational Therapy Service for Whangarei Hospital, in accordance with the Te Tai Tokerau Strategic Plans.This is a permanent, part time position based at Whangarei Hospital.You will:Act as a highly skilled resource member of the wider team providing advanced clinical consultancy and guidance to occupational therapists and staffDemonstrate advanced knowledge and clinical practice within the area of inpatient and outpatient Occupational TherapyWork holistically with patients, in relation to their complex health, environmental and occupational needsKey requirementsHold a current practicing certificate and registration in NZ as an Occupational TherapistPrevious experience as an Occupational Therapist at a senior levelMinimum 6 years' experience working within the hospital environmentExperience of clinical practice within acute, medical and surgical conditionsCurrent Drivers LicenceFull orientation and ongoing support will be provided to the successful candidate.Along with an interesting wide variety of work to keep you engaged, you will work alongside a supportive and tight knit team with opportunities to gain further knowledge and skills from other health professionals and the teams you work with.A career with Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora - Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying a flexible and healthy work-life balance. You really can enjoy the best of both.Our people live our Values:Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we doWhakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treatedManaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassionWhakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understandingTaumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovationVacancy No: AH24-220Closes: 15 October 2024Job detailsJob Reference: AH24-220Location: North Island - Northland - WhangareiJob type: Part timeExpertise: Clinical - Allied Health - Occupational Therapist #J-18808-Ljbffr