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Occupational Therapist | Christchurch Hospital - job post
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury
(part of Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora)
3.33.3 out of 5 stars
Christchurch, Canterbury
Part-time, Fixed term contract
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Job details
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Job type
Part-time
Fixed term contract
Shift and schedule
Shift work
Location
Christchurch, Canterbury
Full job description
Provide Occupational Therapy assessment and therapeutic interventions to service users and improve the health and wellbeing of the Canterbury community!
NZ Registration with the Occupational Therapy Board and Annual Practicing Certificate is essential
Fixed term, part time opportunity 0.5FTE (20 hours per week) through to 16th September 2026
PSA Allied, Public Health, Scientific & Technical, Step 1- 7 based on experience
Mō te tūnga | About the role
We have an exciting opportunity to join the supportive Occupational Therapy team at Christchurch Hospital. This is a part-time (20 hours/week) fixed term role on the Christchurch Hospital Acute Campus site. The position will sit in General Medicine, Orthopaedics or General Surgery.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
Working with patients to provide comprehensive Inter-disciplinary and specific occupational therapy based assessments, patient centred goal setting, therapeutic interventions, and education to whānau and friends and IDT colleagues
Working with patients from diverse social and cultural backgrounds and working collaboratively with whanau, the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes
Delegation of clinical tasks to Allied Health Assistants
Identifying and contributing towards quality improvement initiatives.
Being involved in transfer and discharge planning.
Mentoring and supervision of other colleagues within the wider Occupational Therapy service
As part of the team you will also contribute to the weekend roster on a regular basis
Ko wai koe | About You
You will have a passion and desire to work in acute care within a team environment, and want to grow and develop professionally as an occupational therapist.
You can expect to be well supported in your role. You will receive mentoring, supervision and professional development so that you can grow as an occupational therapist and progress in your career.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
Your skills will include:
Sound clinical assessment and problem solving skills
The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, to develop positive interpersonal relationships, and work flexibly within the inter-disciplinary team, with a team player attitude
Excellent communication and interpersonal skill.
Strong clinical reasoning skills and use of evidence informed practice
Effective time management and organisational skills
Strong prioritisation skills and experience with discharge planning
The willingness to engage in quality improvement mahi
Clinical experience working within the acute hospital environment would be an advantage
A willingness to learn and to share your learning
A positive attitude and enthusiasm for this area of work;
Registration with the NZ Occupational Therapy Board and current Annual Practicing Certificate (or eligibility to obtain)
Mō mātou | About Us
“Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua 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 Māori are at the forefront of all our conversations.
Ngā hua | Benefits of working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
When you work at Health New Zealand, you are part of a wider whānau 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.
Tono ināianei | 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 Alex Jay, Recruitment Partner on alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz
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.
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Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury
(part of Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora)
3.33.3 out of 5 stars
Christchurch, Canterbury
Part-time, Fixed term contract
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
Job details
Here’s how the job details align with your profile
.
Job type
Part-time
Fixed term contract
Shift and schedule
Shift work
Location
Christchurch, Canterbury
Full job description
Provide Occupational Therapy assessment and therapeutic interventions to service users and improve the health and wellbeing of the Canterbury community!
NZ Registration with the Occupational Therapy Board and Annual Practicing Certificate is essential
Fixed term, part time opportunity 0.5FTE (20 hours per week) through to 16th September 2026
PSA Allied, Public Health, Scientific & Technical, Step 1- 7 based on experience
Mō te tūnga | About the role
We have an exciting opportunity to join the supportive Occupational Therapy team at Christchurch Hospital. This is a part-time (20 hours/week) fixed term role on the Christchurch Hospital Acute Campus site. The position will sit in General Medicine, Orthopaedics or General Surgery.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
Working with patients to provide comprehensive Inter-disciplinary and specific occupational therapy based assessments, patient centred goal setting, therapeutic interventions, and education to whānau and friends and IDT colleagues
Working with patients from diverse social and cultural backgrounds and working collaboratively with whanau, the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes
Delegation of clinical tasks to Allied Health Assistants
Identifying and contributing towards quality improvement initiatives.
Being involved in transfer and discharge planning.
Mentoring and supervision of other colleagues within the wider Occupational Therapy service
As part of the team you will also contribute to the weekend roster on a regular basis
Ko wai koe | About You
You will have a passion and desire to work in acute care within a team environment, and want to grow and develop professionally as an occupational therapist.
You can expect to be well supported in your role. You will receive mentoring, supervision and professional development so that you can grow as an occupational therapist and progress in your career.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
Your skills will include:
Sound clinical assessment and problem solving skills
The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, to develop positive interpersonal relationships, and work flexibly within the inter-disciplinary team, with a team player attitude
Excellent communication and interpersonal skill.
Strong clinical reasoning skills and use of evidence informed practice
Effective time management and organisational skills
Strong prioritisation skills and experience with discharge planning
The willingness to engage in quality improvement mahi
Clinical experience working within the acute hospital environment would be an advantage
A willingness to learn and to share your learning
A positive attitude and enthusiasm for this area of work;
Registration with the NZ Occupational Therapy Board and current Annual Practicing Certificate (or eligibility to obtain)
Mō mātou | About Us
“Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua 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 Māori are at the forefront of all our conversations.
Ngā hua | Benefits of working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
When you work at Health New Zealand, you are part of a wider whānau 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.
Tono ināianei | 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 Alex Jay, Recruitment Partner on alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz
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.
Position description
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Occupational Therapist | Christchurch Hospital | job post position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Christchurch offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.