Registered or Associate Hand Therapist (Bay of Plenty)

Registered or Associate Hand Therapist (Bay of Plenty) Combine a top-tier clinical career with the coastal lifestyle of the Bay of Plenty. Body in Motion is seeking a dedicated Registered Hand Therapist—or an ambitious Associate Hand Therapist to join our upper limb service. Key Responsibilities Specialised Clinical Care: Provide comprehensive assessment, wound care, physical therapy/occupational therapy interventions, and custom thermoplastic orthosis fabrication. Collaborative Practice: Work closely alongside the Hand Therapy Services Manager, and the wider internal and external team to deliver benchmark clinical outcomes. Clinical Operations: Maintain clear, compliant patient records and build strong professional networks across the region. Associate Pathway (if applicable): Actively engage in HTNZ-aligned clinical supervision, complete post-graduate coursework (e.g., AUT papers), and work toward full registration within the required timeline. What We Offer Competitive Compensation: Market-competitive base salary paired with a performance-based incentive scheme. Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling tailored to support career sustainability. Professional Growth: Dedicated Continuing Professional Development (CPD) support, and career progression pathways. Supportive Environment: Comprehensive administrative backing, modern practice systems, and a collaborative team culture that encourages inter-disciplinary brainstorming. Qualifications & Requirements Professional Qualification: NZ Registered Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist holding a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC). Therapy Credentials: Full HTNZ Registration OR Associate Hand Therapist demonstrating readiness to pursue registration. Skills: Demonstrated competence in splinting, clinical reasoning, and collaborative care. #J-18808-Ljbffr