Community OT: Home-Based Rehabilitation & Impact

CGR Services; Otago; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand in Dunedin is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Older Persons Community Rehabilitation team. The role is 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week) on a fixed-term maternity cover until December 2027, delivering patient-centred rehabilitation in home and community settings.

You will work with a dynamic interprofessional team, focusing on goal-directed interventions, discharge planning, and improving independence for clients in their own environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years occupational therapy experience in a rehabilitation setting.
• NZ registered OT with current APC.
• Strong focus on patient-centred and evidence-based goal setting.
• Ability to work in community/home-based rehab and discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services in the Older Persons Community Rehabilitation team.
• Deliver home-based visits across Dunedin and surrounding areas.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and care providers.
• Support effective discharge planning and goal attainment.

Skills

3+ years OT experience

Rehabilitation

Discharge planning

Patient-centred care

Education

NZ Registered Occupational Therapist

Annual Practising Certificate

Job description

Health New Zealand in Dunedin is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Older Persons Community Rehabilitation team. The role is 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week) on a fixed-term maternity cover until December 2027, delivering patient-centred rehabilitation in home and community settings.

You will work with a dynamic interprofessional team, focusing on goal-directed interventions, discharge planning, and improving independence for clients in their own environments.