Te mahi/ The role

Tōtara Hospice provides holistic assessment and care planning which is underpinned by a Te Whare Tapa Whā framework where the team collaborates in partnership with the patient and whānau.  We are looking for a hands-on, passionate and innovative clinician who is focused on delivering best practice occupational therapy services to those who use our service.

As our Occupational Therapist you will be responsible for:

• Providing effective and timely occupational therapy service delivery to patients and whānau referred by our multi-disciplinary team
• Providing support and care using therapeutic solutions to assist patients to remain in, or return, to their homes
• Assisting with providing palliative rehabilitation whereby people with a terminal illness set realistic and achievable goals towards their well-being and quality of life
• Providing individual or group occupational interventions that are goal-directed
• Addressing equipment needs as appropriate and indicated

Ngā pūkenga e hiahiatia / What we would like to see from you:

• Must be currently registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of NZ
• Have an understanding of and commitment to the multidisciplinary team approach
• We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds; experience in providing therapy during times of grief and loss would be an advantage for this role
• You will have a warm and friendly approach and the ability to use a range of therapeutic modalities appropriate to the client's needs, culture and concerns 
• Cultural awareness with an understanding and respect for our diverse community, and for the journey each patient and family is travelling
• Full clean NZ driver's licence

 Kamapene/About the organisation | Tōtara Hospice -Making Hospice Happen

Since 1981, Totara Hospice has been at the forefront of delivering advanced palliative care services to the communities of South and Southeast Auckland. We take great pride in fostering an inclusive environment and actively championing and celebrating diversities. We are committed to ensuring safe and holistic care for everyone. Our staff undergo bicultural competency education facilitated by Empowering Change to ensure we honour the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in our service delivery. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all. A proud supporter of Pride Pledge, we strive to create an authentically safe and inclusive environment for our rainbow communities.

Ngā pārongo whakauru | How to apply - Here’s how!

If you are searching for a rewarding career in healthcare where you can make a difference by just doing your best, please APPLY now. Remember to include an updated copy of your CV and a cover letter explaining why you want to work for Tōtara Hospice and why you are the most suitable candidate for the job. Applications close 30 September 2024.

Only applicants already residing and eligible to work permanently in New Zealand will be considered for this position.

Please be advised that we are not currently accepting any CVs from agencies.

Tōtara Hospice as an organisation does not conscientiously object to anyone accessing their rights under the End-of-Life Choices Act that passed into law on November 7th, 2021. Our focus will remain, as it always has been, on delivering to the needs of our patients and whānau. We respect and support patients who choose this option