Occupational Therapist

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

About TBI Health

TBI Health was created with a simple idea: to help people with pain, illness, or injury. TBI Health has come a long way since it began its journey in 2001, from 2016 we partnered with Southern Cross & together we are passionate about ensuring our clients get the right help, at the right time, to get them back on track & living meaningful lives.

We are known to offer an attractive work environment to support staff wellbeing and growth. Our current focus is to continue our work on introducing new services for our staff to become involved in and ultimately, help enhance their careers.

It is also important to TBI Health to continue having an equity-focused workplace culture where staff feel supported, enriched, & valued. As a NZ-owned company, we position ourselves as a Te Tiriti partner and have an ongoing commitment to health equity for Māori. Join us on this transformational journey of delivering tailored and quality healthcare service that meets the needs of our diverse Aotearoa.

Te āhuatunga a te tūrunga (About the role)

About the Mahi (Role)

We have an opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join the Gisborne clinic.

We support a variety of clients who have ACC, Insured, or Private conditions through an integrated care approach. We have ACC contracts including Integrated Care Pathway, Vocational Rehab Services, Pain Management, and Training for Independence. We also provide Early Intervention to nationwide businesses such as Countdown, Downer, Department of Conservation, and Ministry of Social Development staff.

You will be passionate about improving health equity in rehabilitation and supporting clients in their recovery.

A good understanding of te reo Māori, tikanga, and cultural safety or someone keen to progress their understanding and learning of te ao Māori would be sought after. 

Ideally, you will be able to work full-time (40 hours per week). However, we can offer flexibility in work hours for the right candidate.

Ko wai koe (About you)

About You

This is a clinical role, therefore you must have a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy.

Our ideal candidate will have at least two years of clinical experience in New Zealand.

Experience in vocational rehabilitation or a post-graduate qualification would be an advantage to the applicant, however not essential.

Substantial orientation, training, and support will be provided.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A strong work ethic
• A positive, can-do attitude 
• A desire to achieve clinical excellence 
• Very good organisational and communication skills
• An ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• An awareness of how to provide top-quality customer service 
• A commitment to professional development 
• A current practicing certificate to work in New Zealand
• Professional Indemnity Insurance & Professional Membership
• Current clean full driver’s license

OFFER

Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)

Benefits of joining TBI Health

For your ongoing commitment and passion to TBI Health, you will be able to access the benefits below:

• Competitive salary
• Bonuses
• Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross
• Comprehensive internal training programmes
• Annual wellness allowance
• Birthday leave
• EAP Sessions
• Annual contribution to your career development and further qualifications
• Reimbursement of APC, PNZ/OTNZ Membership, and indemnity insurance
• Attend several training sessions during the year focused on teaching how to incorporate Māori tikanga in their roles appropriately
• Great career opportunities to grow into Training, Management, Research, and Quality roles 
• Flexible working conditions
• Opportunity to work in the clinic, community, or from home
• Supportive working environment

…..  and many more benefits such as discounts on products/services with brand partners!

Te Tono (How to apply)

How to Apply

Please include a cover letter with your application. All correspondence will be kept strictly confidential.

Applications close 5th December 2024

For further information or a coffee and a chat about the role please contact Clinic Manager Phil Watson for further information on 0273032502 or phil.watson@tbihealth.co.nz

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates who meet the skills and qualifications criteria for the advertised role. 

Please note: We may start screening applications and invite suitable applicants for interviews before the advertised closing date. It is, therefore, likely that we may fill the role before the closing date. So, if you feel that our job advert is that unique work opportunity you have been looking for, please contact us as soon as possible to express interest in the role.

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More information)