Occupational Therapist - (Part or Full Time)

Talent Propeller Limited; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New Zealand is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their team. This role involves assessing patients and creating rehabilitation pathways to promote independence and well-being. Ideal candidates will have a background in Occupational Therapy, a solution-focused mindset, and the ability to motivate clients. Flexible working options are available.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy required; post-graduate certificate or diploma desirable.
• Clean and full driver's license required.
• Ability to motivate and inspire clients.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide treatments to patients with limited abilities.
• Complete vocational and general rehabilitation and assessments.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team for rehabilitation pathways.

Skills

Motivating patients

Empowering patients

Solution-focused mindset

Education

Current Occupational Therapy tertiary level degree

Job description

Occupational Therapist - (Part or Full Time)

Body In Motion

Body in Motion Health are rehabilitation specialists who strive to provide world-class support to their community. With 8 clinics across the Bay of Plenty and Waikato, the services we offer are endless, and the people we help are unforgettable.

We are looking for someone who has experience in community, social and vocational settings, to join us as an Occupational Therapist.

Broadly, you'll be responsible for assessing and providing treatments to patients with a limited ability to carry out everyday activities because of illness, injury, or circumstance. This role is an opportunity to work with meaning, build positive relationships within your community, assisting clients to return to independence.

Working alongside a team of diverse clinicians, you're expected to:

• Work autonomously and closely with clients to identify problems, help promote health and well-being and assist their rehabilitation process
• You will complete vocational rehabilitation, social, concussion and general rehabilitation/assessment under community contracts
• Ensure clients have every opportunity to regain their optimal level of function and empower patients to manage their problems to the best of their ability
• Provide assessment and rehabilitation services in the community and clinic setting under various rehabilitation contracts
• Provide client education, equipment recommendations, and general occupational therapy expertise
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team formulating rehabilitation pathways for our clients
• Complete reporting requirements for funding agencies

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Current Occupational Therapy tertiary level degree (post-graduate certificate or diploma desirable but not essential)
• A can-do attitude and solution-focused mindset
• The ability to motivate, empower and inspire patients
• Clean and full driver's license

We're looking for someone who can not only provide excellent rehabilitation services to their patients but fit into the Body in Motion team. We will consider full-time and part-time working options. So, if you're looking for your next challenge and are passionate about what you do, apply now!

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