2 x Permanent Part time positions 20 hours per week (0.5FTE), however hours are negotiable up to full time, please discuss your preferences with us. We are particularly keen to hear from clinicians with qualification or experience in Neuropsychological assessment and/or rehabilitation. Pay Rate available as per the APEX SECAM. About the Role The Burwood Hospital Psychology department is looking for an experienced Psychologist to join colleagues working predominantly in the interdisciplinary teams of Burwood Hospital. Burwood Hospital provides inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services for people in the Canterbury region. As a NZ registered Psychologist, with relevant post graduate Diploma, this position provides the opportunity to work with people experiencing an array of factors affecting their wellbeing. We work in teams of doctors, nurses and therapists to help patients reclaim areas of function in their lives that are impacted as a result of injury and illness. You will help patients (and their Whanau) to develop strategies to manage symptoms and disabilities, to manage pain, to adapt and to re-establish integrity and independence. The patient population our teams serve, span a wide age range, from diverse ethnic and social backgrounds. Such diversity provides a stimulating mix of familiar and novel clinical issues and challenges. There are general and neuro-rehabilitation services, Older Persons Health, Older Persons Mental Health and elective Orthopaedic surgery all provided on the campus. About You Bring your experience working with individuals and groups delivering education, biopsychosocial assessment and evidence-based psychological therapies. As well as individual and group-based patient care, you will be a key participant in teams made up of a range of disciplines, providing a vital psychological perspective at meetings, and in treatment planning. Training and or experience in some or all of the following areas would be welcome: Assessment and rehabilitation of people who have experienced injuries, illness and chronic health conditions. Provision of relevant psychological interventions and support to interdisciplinary teams. An understanding of the key psychological processes involved in coping with trauma, grief, adjustment, rehabilitation and in regaining independence, following injury or illness. Ongoing supervision and support will be provided by the capable, enthusiastic team of experienced Psychologists who work in the Burwood Hospital Psychology Department. About Us Ko nga tangata, te matua mahi - Putting people at the heart of all we do - Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora, leads the day-to-day running of our health system across New Zealand, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels. It weaves the functions of the 20 former District Health Boards into its regional divisions and district offices, ensuring continuity of services in the health system. Here in Waitaha, Canterbury we deliver health services to the almost 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Maori are at the forefront of all our conversations. Benefits of working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora When you work at Health New Zealand, you are part of a wider whanau that will support you along your career journey. We offer great professional development and learning opportunities for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have access to amazing kaimahi / staff discounts from select retailers, restaurants and businesses. Apply Now Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted, therefore apply directly on our career site here. For additional information about this role please contact Alexandra Jay, Recruitment Partner on Applications will be progressed as they apply. We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles at Health New Zealand, there could be a place for you! Please visit our careers website for other roles and find your ideal fit within Health New Zealand. #J-18808-Ljbffr