Exciting Opportunity for an Occupational Therapist
Competitive Salary + KiwiSaver + Phone + Laptop
Vehicle + Fuel Credit Card + EAP Support + Flexible Working
Respectful Culture + Career Development Opportunities
Permanent – Full Time Role + Gisborne
Are you a dedicated Occupational Therapist who thrives on making a difference in clients’ lives within their own homes and communities? We have an exciting position available in our well-established community-based rehabilitation team, where you’ll manage a diverse caseload across ACC-funded and private services.
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to develop specialised skills in areas such as complex spinal cord injury, neuro rehabilitation, housing assessment, and wheelchair and seating assessment.
Our team is committed to supporting your professional growth.
About Us | Ko wai mātou
At Geneva Healthcare, we provide a wide range of community-based programs that help people recover and thrive after injury, illness, or while living with disability. Our experienced interdisciplinary team uses a person-centred, strengths-based, solution-focused approach, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client and their whanau/family.
Role Overview | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga
This permanent role in Gisborne offers the chance to work with a variety of clients and contracts. You’ll work in homes, community settings, and workplaces, providing a dynamic and people-focused role. Collaborate with a skilled MDT team, including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Nurses, Dieticians, and Social Workers, all supported by an experienced referrals and management team.
Although based in Gisborne, this role requires travel to Wairoa.
What You’ll Bring | Ngā tohungatanga mō tēnei tūranga
3+ years of experience as a NZ Registered Occupational Therapist
Rehabilitation experience- paediatrics would be advantageous
Clinical skills and a rehab interest in working with clients with concussion/traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, acute orthopaedical injury, mental injury, etc.
Understanding and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Current NZ Registration with NZOT
Valid driver’s license and ability to navigate the community
Excellent communication skills
Team player with awareness of Health Legislation and NZ health funding systems
Ability to travel and work autonomously
Why Choose Us | He aha ai mātou?
Join a passionate team dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of clients, their whanau, and communities.
We foster a supportive environment that encourages innovative thinking and career development.
Benefit from excellent support and opportunities to advance your career.
If you’re ready for a rewarding Occupational Therapist role in a fantastic location with a great team, apply today!
Applications Close | Te katinga o tēnei whai tūranga: 19th July at 5pm
Only suitable candidates will be contacted for interview and applications will be reviewed as they are received, therefore resulting in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.
Applicants for this position must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit
