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September 13, 2024
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
Invercargill
OTHER & FULL TIME
Occupational Therapist - Physical Health
Acute Physical Health - Allied Health Unit, Southland Hospital
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.
Mō te tūranga - 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'll also have the chance to develop your mentoring and supervisory skills.
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Mōu ake - About you
We welcome applications from both experienced therapists and new graduates. Whether you've completed a rotational programme and are ready for the next step, are starting your career, or returning to practice, we'd love to hear from you.
You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, and keen to continue growing your knowledge across a range of clinical areas. You'll also thrive in a collaborative, inter-professional team environment and be able to manage your own caseload in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Painga - Benefits
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 whānui - Salary range
Between $77,087 - $110,210 per annum, in line with the Allied/PSA Degree-based MECA.
Rā mōnehu - Closing date: Friday, 4 October 2024.
(Apply early as vacancy close dates may change).
Tono ināianei - Apply now
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: james.boyd@southerndhb.govt.nz - all conversations will be confidential.
Pre-employment checks:
We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: https://careers.southernhealth.nz/
- 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
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.
Mō te tūranga - 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'll also have the chance to develop your mentoring and supervisory skills.
View position description
Mōu ake - About you
We welcome applications from both experienced therapists and new graduates. Whether you've completed a rotational programme and are ready for the next step, are starting your career, or returning to practice, we'd love to hear from you.
You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, and keen to continue growing your knowledge across a range of clinical areas. You'll also thrive in a collaborative, inter-professional team environment and be able to manage your own caseload in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Painga - Benefits
- Work with a variety of patient groups
- 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 whānui - Salary range
Between $77,087 - $110,210 per annum, in line with the Allied/PSA Degree-based MECA.
Rā mōnehu - Closing date: Friday, 4 October 2024.
(Apply early as vacancy close dates may change).
Tono ināianei - Apply now
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: james.boyd@southerndhb.govt.nz - all conversations will be confidential.
Pre-employment checks:
- Occupational health assessment
- Police vetting/Ministry of Justice checks
- Serious misconduct checks for previous Public Service roles
We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: https://careers.southernhealth.nz/
We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available
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