Paediatric Occupational Therapist

New Zealand Government Joba; Manawatū-Whanganui; Hybrid; NZD 45,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Whanganui in Whanganui is seeking a Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join the Child Development Team at Whanganui Hospital. This permanent part-time role is 0.75FTE, Monday to Friday, and focuses on babies, toddlers and children helping them reach their potential.

You will work with tamariki and whānau in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment and contribute to quality improvement initiatives that shape service development.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand, and a current Annual Practising Certificate.
• Paediatric Occupational Therapy experience working with babies, toddlers and children.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A collaborative, whānau-centred approach to practice.
• An interest in quality improvement and service development.
• A current full NZ driver's licence.

Skills

Paediatric OT experience

Strong communication

Relationship building

Whānau-centred care

Quality improvement interest

NZ driver licence

Education

Registration with NZ OT Board

Annual Practising Certificate

Job description

# Paediatric Occupational Therapist at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* **Paediatric Occupational Therapist Child Development Team, Whanganui Hospital,*** **Permanent part time 0.75FTE working Monday to Friday**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.**About the Role**Bring your paediatric Occupational Therapy experience to a rewarding role supporting babies, toddlers, and children to reach their potential. As part of the Child Development Service, you will work alongside tamariki and whānau while contributing to an innovative project focused on quality improvement. This is a great opportunity to combine hands-on clinical practice with the chance to influence how services continue to develop**About the Team/Service/ Location**Our Child Development Service brings together a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to achieving positive outcomes for tamariki and whānau. Collaboration, shared learning, and professional development are part of everyday practice, with flexibility and wellbeing equally valued. Based in Whanganui, the role offers the opportunity to build your career while enjoying everything this beautiful river city has to offerFor more information on living and working in Whanganui click here**About you**You are an experienced Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with tamariki and whānau who also thrives in a collaborative environment. Curious and motivated, you bring a thoughtful approach to clinical practice and an interest in improving how care is delivered.**What you will bring:*** Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand, and a current Annual Practicing Certificate* Paediatric Occupational Therapy experience working with babies, toddlers, and children* Strong communication and relationship-building skills* A collaborative, whānau-centred approach to practice* An interest in quality improvement and service development* A current full NZ drivers licence**Working at Health New Zealand**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community**.** We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.**How to Apply**To apply please click “**apply now**.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by the close date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [e-mail]*We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.*## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Whanganui || Location: | Manawatu / Whanganui || Position type: | Permanent Part time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 02-Oct-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 01-Nov-2026 || Reference: | 09-OTCDS-5705 || Attachment: | CDS JD OT 2026.pdf (PDF, 234KB) || File links: | || Website: | https://www.wdhb.org.nz/ |