Habit Health

Occupational Therapist - Palmerston North

Posted: 5 hours ago

Job Description

Pacific Health Group is a nationwide healthcare provider, specialising in the rehabilitation space. We enable people to live their best lives and empower our teams to realise their full potential. Our busy clinic in Palmerston North is looking for a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join other allied health team members to support people the way they deserve to be taken care of – the Pacific Health Group way.This is a role open to clinicians who have a couple of years under their belt and can hit the ground running. If you are looking for a training and mentorship opportunity, we can provide it. If you are a mid-career OT looking to work towards a leadership role, we can provide you with those opportunities too.Our OTs work on a variety of contracts including Social Rehab, Vocational Rehab, Pain and TI. There are many streams to grow in and lead from.Main ResponsibilitiesDevelop / implement in-clinic and community rehabilitation programmesLiaise with allied health team members in a supportive MDTCreate patient reports on client abilities, goals and best practice interventionUtilise diary management softwareThe Benefits Of Working With UsWe offer a market competitive salary and ensure that our teams feel valued.Monthly performance-based bonus to enable you to earn so much more!Annual budget set aside for professional development / studyRe-imbursement of professional registration / APC fees (pro-rated for part-time hours)Clinical supervision providedOpportunities to develop clinical skills in rehabilitationWork laptop and mobile phone providedPermanent role with clear career progressionGreat team culture with regular social events, weekly treats, award schemesWell-being initiatives: annual eye exam, flu vaccination, access to EAP servicesThe Ideal CandidateMust have NZ OT registration and current APCAbility to effectively manage your time and caseloadFull NZ Driver’s license for community rehabilitationExcellent communication skills – you will be meeting new and varied people every day!For Occupational Therapists Based OverseasAs an accredited employer we will provide assistance in the AEWV processSupport in gaining the NZ Occupational Therapy Board licenseAssistance in helping you settle into New ZealandContribution towards relocation costsIf you think you have the experience and can-do attitude to make it even bigger with an organisation that rewards your worth, click APPLY, which will take you through to our Careers website and will activate this linkPlease refer to job #2089 in your cover letter when applying for this role.If you have any questions, email HR@PHG.co.nzConfidentiality is assuredPacific Health Group is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity hiring and providing a safe space to people of all cultures, languages, experiences and backgrounds.

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