Posted 16 July, 2026
Occupational Therapist - Bay of Islands
New Zealand Government
Whangarei, NTL, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 5ef8559bbb4a0e15
Job Description
Occupational Therapist – Bay of Islands Hospital Fixed‑term, part‑time position (0.8FTE) working 32hours per week. Parental Leave Cover from August2026 to August2027. Health New Zealand|Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all NewZealanders. About the Role We have an amazing opportunity for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our team at Bay of Islands Hospital. In this role you will utilise your professional knowledge and skills to provide a quality service to patients either in the ward or community setting. About the Team, Service and Location A career with Health NZ|Te Whatu Ora – Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love and support your professional development. You will work alongside a supportive, tight‑knit team and have opportunities for further knowledge and skills acquisition. We are committed to regular supervision and provide multiple professional development opportunities to advance your career. Qualifications NewZealand registration as an Occupational Therapist and a holder of a current practising certificate Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team Aware of Occupational Therapy theory and principles of practice Ability to establish and maintain working relationships between staff and clients Current Driver's Licence Experience is preferred for this position; however we encourage all to apply Equality and Diversity Health New Zealand|Te Whatu Ora embraces a workforce that is diverse and inclusive. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Contact Please direct any questions about the role to Olivia Matthews at [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr