Bay of Plenty Hauora a Toi
- Location: Tauranga Hospital
- Permanent Full-time – 1.0 FTE
- Subsidised Onsite Hospital Gym + Wellness Programme + Free Staff Carparking
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We have an opportunity for a mid-career Occupational Therapist to join our team working through our acute wards/services in the Western Bay of Plenty.
The areas of work include:
- Emergency Department
- Admission Planning Unit
- Medical Wards X3
This is a full-time role Monday-Friday; however flexible hours/days of the week up to full-time will be discussed for the appropriate applicant to enable us to shape a service based on the skills we need to deliver healthcare at the right place and right time.
You will work alongside other Occupational Therapists, Allied Health Clinical Leads and Team Leads to ensure excellent service delivery, development of this service and the staff working in these specific areas whilst having the opportunity to grow your toolkit of transdisciplinary knowledge as you journey in your career.
About the Location
Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand’s North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Bay of Plenty Hauora a Toi is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne. We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki. Bay of Plenty Hauora a Toi is one of the Bay of Plenty’s largest employers with over 4500 staff.
https://careers.tewhatuora.govt.nz/locations/bay-of-plenty/
About you
- Exemplary interpersonal skills
- Experience in a hospital setting working on acute wards
- A current Annual Practising Certificate
- Passion and drive to make a difference through your work and have a strong cultural and bicultural awareness
- A willingness to work alongside other Allied Health clinicians and leaders to help shape this medical service
The service offers ongoing professional development for team members and appropriate external learning opportunities by application. The Annual Practicing Certificate will be reimbursed, and a professional association membership fee is paid annually.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 22nd June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Careers at [email protected].