Occupational Therapist

Drake Medox; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly performance bonus

Sign-on bonus

Professional development allowance

Registration fees covered

Clinical supervision

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a well-established rehabilitation team in Hawke's Bay. You will work across a varied caseload, develop clinical expertise, and enjoy the Hawke Bay lifestyle.

Key benefits include a monthly performance bonus, sign-on bonus, annual professional development allowance, and ongoing supervision and mentoring to support leadership pathways and career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in neurological rehabilitation, pain management and equipment assessment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering clinic and community-based rehabilitation programmes.
• Completing functional and equipment assessments.
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Preparing high-quality clinical reports and recommendations.
• Managing your own caseload and schedule effectively.

Skills

Neurological rehabilitation

Pain management

Equipment assessment

Communication skills

Time management

Education

NZ Occupational Therapy registration

APC eligibility

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Looking for more than just another OT role?

Join a well-established rehabilitation provider where you'll work across a varied caseload, develop your clinical expertise, and enjoy the way of life that the Hawkes Bay can offer.

Why you'll love this opportunity

• Earn more with a competitive salary plus a monthly performance bonus.
• Grow your career with structured professional development, mentoring, and leadership pathways.
• Enjoy real work-life balance in one of New Zealand's sunniest regions, with beaches, great cafés, and outdoor adventures on your doorstep.

Whether you're an experienced Occupational Therapist ready for your next challenge or looking to expand your rehabilitation expertise, this role offers genuine variety and long-term career progression.

The Role

You'll work within a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering rehabilitation services. Essential experience in Neuro, Pain and assessment of equipment is required.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and delivering clinic and community-based rehabilitation programmes
• Completing functional and equipment assessments
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Preparing high-quality clinical reports and recommendations
• Managing your own caseload and schedule effectively

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Current New Zealand Occupational Therapy registration and APC (or eligible)
• Experience in neurological rehabilitation, pain management and equipment assessment
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• A full New Zealand Driver Licence

What's on Offer?

• Monthly performance bonus
• Sign-on bonus (paid with your first pay)
• Annual professional development allowance
• Payment of professional registration and APC fees (pro-rata)
• Clinical supervision and ongoing mentoring
• Clear career progression and leadership opportunities

If you're looking for a rewarding rehabilitation role with excellent career development and an unbeatable lifestyle, we'd love to hear from you.