Pediatric Occupational Therapy Lead: Equity in Care

New Zealand Government; Auckland; Sur place; NZD 100 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Te Whatu Ora in South Auckland is seeking an experienced lead Occupational Therapist to guide a dedicated clinical team in delivering high‑quality paediatric care. You will mentor clinicians, manage a small caseload, and help coordinate service delivery across the community and hospital settings.

The role emphasizes equity, cultural safety, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, with opportunities for professional development and leadership growth within a warm, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• NZ-registered Occupational Therapist with a current APC.
• 6+ years of experience in paediatrics or child development.
• Ability to mentor and build teams.
• Strong collaboration and clinical decision-making.
• Commitment to equity and culturally responsive care.
• Full NZ driver''s licence.

Responsabilités

• Lead, mentor, and inspire an Occupational Therapy team.
• Manage a small clinical caseload.
• Coordinate service delivery, streamline caseloads, and drive interdisciplinary excellence.
• Support children and their whānau with hands-on, meaningful care.
• Champion professional development and continuous learning within the team.
• Lead innovative quality improvement and service design initiatives.
• Embed cultural safety and uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi in everyday practice.

Connaissances

Leadership

Clinical decision-making

Collaborative spirit

Cultural safety

Formation

NZ OT registration / APC

Description du poste

Te Whatu Ora in South Auckland is seeking an experienced lead Occupational Therapist to guide a dedicated clinical team in delivering high‑quality paediatric care. You will mentor clinicians, manage a small caseload, and help coordinate service delivery across the community and hospital settings.

The role emphasizes equity, cultural safety, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, with opportunities for professional development and leadership growth within a warm, collaborative team.