Senior Occupational Therapist

About the Company:

Our client’s focus is helping individuals overcome pain, illness, or injury, initially targeting spinal issues. They provide timely assistance, guiding our clients toward a restored and purposeful life. Since 2001, they’ve become a leading rehabilitation provider, valuing our team members and empowering clients to lead healthier lives. With nationwide services and strong partnerships, including Southern Cross, they ensure well-supported recovery journeys for their clients.
  
About the Role:

Our client is expanding their Nelson service and seeking a dedicated Senior Occupational Therapist to join their team. This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, with flexibility to manage tasks remotely. You'll work closely with the Clinic Manager and play a vital role in our multidisciplinary team. Collaboration is key as you'll work alongside physiotherapists, psychologists, and other allied health professionals. Your responsibilities will include providing services such as Concussion and Vocational Rehabilitation, SAW, etc. Daily tasks involve workplace assessments, patient education, and liaising with external partners. As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you'll also mentor and supervise colleagues. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting assessments funded by private clients and ACC.
• Delivering patient education, training, treatment, and rehabilitation across various community environments.
• Offering mentorship, supervision, and assistance to junior colleagues.
• Engaging in initiatives to enhance and expand TBI Health's assessment and rehabilitation services in the Otago area.

The clinic provides convenient, free parking and boasts state-of-the-art gym equipment.

Experience a diverse and fulfilling role where you can leverage your strengths. This is your chance to contribute to and shape an ongoing service.

About the Great Benefits::

• Competitive pay | $85,000 - $95,000 per annum.
• Individual incentive scheme
• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Subsidized health insurance through Southern Cross, annual wellbeing allowance, & birthday leave
• Flexible work hours though own diary mangement and WFH days for administrative tasks.
• Continuous professional development includes training, advancement opportunities, and comprehensive internal support.
• Reimbursement for full Annual Practicing Certificate, Professional Membership, and Indemnity Insurance
• Participation in Māori tikanga training sessions

About You:

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy with at least 4 years of clinical experience; a post-graduate qualification is preferred. Previous work under ACC Contracts, like Concussion and Vocational Rehabilitation, is advantageous.

Successful candidates will possess:

• Genuine interest in rehabilitation
• Strong work ethic
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Positive, motivated attitude
• Desire for clinical excellence
• Effective organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Dedication to customer service
• Commitment to professional growth
• Current full practicing certificate in New Zealand, Professional Body Membership, and Indemnity Insurance
• Clean driver’s license

How to Apply:

To register your interest, click the apply now button or call me, Shannon Janssen on 021 319 800 for a confidential discussion.