Occupational Therapist - Physical Health

Details of the offer

Occupational Therapist - Physical Health Acute Physical Health - Allied Health Unit, Southland Hospital
Salary band: $77,087 - $110,210 p.a. for full-time
Permanent, up to full-time (1.0 FTE), 40 hours per week
New graduates will be considered
Discover a better work-life balance in Southland!
Are you ready to escape the hustle and bustle and experience life in Southland, where work-life balance is a priority? Southland Hospital, located just 10-15 minutes from anywhere in Invercargill, offers free on-site parking and a supportive, innovative environment. Our modern hospital is small enough to build strong relationships with colleagues and patients, but large enough to provide exciting, clinically challenging work.
Mo te turanga - About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in physical health while enjoying all that Southland and Central Otago have to offer. As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide services across various hospital departments, such as the acute medical and surgical wards, paediatrics, critical care, rehabilitation, the emergency department, and community services.
You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, and keen to continue growing your knowledge across a range of clinical areas. You'll thrive in a collaborative, inter-professional team environment and be able to manage your own caseload in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with a variety of patient groups
Develop your mentoring and supervisory skills
Benefits:
Friendly, supportive team
Regular social activities (e.g., The Amazing Race, Easter Egg Hunt)
Regular in-service programmes
Family-friendly community
Subsidised gym membership and discounted health insurance
Retail discounts and access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Te Whatu Ora Southern covers the largest geographical area in New Zealand, serving a population of 350,000. Southland offers affordable housing, excellent education, and plenty of recreational opportunities, from surfing to skiing, theatre to fishing. It's a great place to live, work, and explore!
Utu whanui - Salary range
Between $77,087 - $110,210 per annum, in line with the Allied/PSA Degree-based MECA.
(Apply early as vacancy close dates may change).
Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining why Southern is right for you. If you are a new graduate, include your final-year Clinical Supervisor as a referee and confirm permission to contact them.
For more information, contact James Boyd, Recruitment Advisor: ****** - all conversations will be confidential.
Additional Requirements:
Occupational health assessment
Police vetting/Ministry of Justice checks
Serious misconduct checks for previous Public Service roles

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