Allied Health Assistant | Occupational Therapy

Allied Health Assistant - Occupational Therapy
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora–Tauranga, North Island
$72,074 - $86,71+ a year
Part time, Permanent
About 11 hours ago, from Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand
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Permanent Part-time – 32 hours per week
Bring your passion and work alongside other Allied Health professionals
Subsidised onsite hospital gym + Wellbeing programme + Free staff carparking

Join Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.

He Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role

If you are a motivated, enthusiastic person who loves to help others we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a passionate person to fill an Allied Health Assistant (AHA) permanent part-time role within our supportive occupational therapy team. Hours to be worked are 32 hours per week and can be flexible during the period Monday to Friday.

This role is varied and offers the opportunity to improve the wellbeing of patients journeying through previous and new health conditions including but not limited to traumatic brain injury, stroke, general medical and frailty conditions.

You will work alongside the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Advanced Rotators and Allied Health Assistants to ensure excellent service delivery whilst having the opportunity to grow your toolkit of transdisciplinary knowledge.

This role is covered by the PSA Allied Public Health, Scientific and Technical Collective Agreement. Salary range for this position is $72,074 to $86,71+ (full-time equivalent).

He korero mōu - About You

Our preferred candidate will have:

Experience in a hospital setting working on acute awards and preferrable experience in a rehab setting
Flexibility to work different shift patterns dependent on service need. This can be negotiable for the appropriate person in the role
Passion and a drive to make a real difference through your work and have a strong cultural awareness
The ability to work well independently and in a team environment
Exemplary interpersonal skills

Mō Tātou – About Us

Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne. We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki. Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty's largest employers with over 4500 staff.

Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits

Orientation and support from the wider Allied Health inpatient team
Opportunities to attend relevant professional development to grow your skillset
A supportive and dynamic coaching environment with Manaakitanga at the heart
Flexible working practices (e.g. we support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible)
Opportunity to work alongside an interdisciplinary team to expand your skill set and ensure excellent service delivery
Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team
Subsidised hospital gym membership & wellbeing programme
Free onsite staff parking
Free flu vaccination
Discounts (with local businesses)

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai - Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Our name, Te Whatu Ora, means ‘the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.

At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whānau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Māori and ensures greater access, experience and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Māori, Pacific and Disabled People.

Tō tūranga i roto i Te Whatu Ora - Your place in Te Whatu Ora

When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time change, that will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW.” For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal. For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat, contact Rio Jodache, Team Leader, Occupational Therapy via email ***********@bopdhb.govt.nz.

Children's Act 2014

Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty commitment to child protection, you will be subject to ‘safety checks' under the Children's Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.