Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist - Hamilton
TBI Health Group Ltd
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 which meets the needs of our diverse Aotearoa.
About the Hamilton team
Our Hamilton clinics comprise of large supportive team of clinicians including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, exercise physiologists, hand therapist and psychologists. The Kirikiriroa team pride themselves on maintaining a positive working environment and team culture and have a social calendar of events.
We have two centrally located clinics in the Hamilton CBD. One in Hood Street and one in London Street. With this central location you’re only a short trip to local beaches and nature walks. Fantastic local eateries. A short drive to Auckland for concerts.
About the mahi (role)
Join a leading rehabilitation organisation and the Hamilton team of energetic clinicians, with a passion for helping others and making a difference in people’s rehabilitation journey.
The advertised role could be suitable for someone with either a background in Physiotherapy or Occupational therapy. The role sits within the Hamilton Team and provides Vocational Services within the Waikato region. You would be based at our London Street clinic a be part of larger MDT team which includes Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Hand Therapist, Psychologist, and Exercise Consultants. The role would be between 32-40 hours per week.
We work with a large range of funders nationwide, providing a wide variety of workplace services ranging from prevention initiatives for groups or individuals, early intervention services through to return to work services, and have fun doing it! With such a variety of services available we can allow you to play to your strengths! The role offers some flexibility with work location including the clinics, worksites and the opportunity to work from home to complete administrative tasks.
The role will include:
- Completing workplace assessments for return to work following illness or injury.
- Providing patient education, training, treatment, and rehabilitation in a variety of community and workplace settings.
- Liaise with external partners such as specialists, GP's, and employers to ensure smooth rehabilitation for the client
- A varied caseload of ACC contracts, early intervention and private vocational services.
If you’d like to be part of a company that lives by its values and cares for its people and clients, then look no further! We might have the job for you.
About you
The applicant requires a minimum of 2-years clinical experience. A post-graduate qualification in the occupational health/vocational rehabilitation field would be an advantage to the applicant however not essential.
The successful applicant will be supported to work towards a post-graduate qualification in vocational rehabilitation.
Substantial orientation, training, and support will be provided.
To be successful in this role you will be someone who:
- Has a genuine interest in the area of Occupational Health
- Has a current practicing certificate to work in New Zealand, Full Professional Body Membership, and Full Indemnity Insurance
- Has a current full clean driver’s license
- Ability to manage your time and workload efficiently
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
- Thrive in a high-performing and results-focused environment
- An ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
- Proficient report writing and time management skills
- Proven skills in communicating effectively with clients and achieving desired outcomes
- Bachelor’s degree or above qualification
Benefits of joining TBI Health
The TBI Health Hamilton team is an experienced interdisciplinary team with a vision of growth within the region. We are looking for a physiotherapist or occupational therapist to join our team to ensure we continue to provide a comprehensive rehabilitation solution for our clients.
For your shared passion and commitment to TBI Health and its goals, we have the following on offer for you:
- Competitive Salary
- Ability to earn for results achieved on top of base salary in form of KPI-based quarterly bonuses.
- Subsidised health insurance through Southern Cross (working 20 or more hours)
- Comprehensive internal training programmes available to help you grow and develop your career!
- Inclusive culture which embraces and celebrates the diversity of its people.
- Annual contribution to career development which can be used to attend conferences and continue post-graduate studies.
- Due to our size and spread, there are opportunities for career progression either locally or to other areas in NZ.
- You will be provided with a laptop, mobile phone, and car for work use.
- Birthday leave (must be employed 20 or more hours to qualify).
- Annual Wellbeing Allowance - currently valued at $250 if you are employed for 20 hours or more per week or $100 for employees who work under 20hours per week.
- Attend several training sessions during the year focused on teaching how to incorporate Māori tikanga in your role appropriately.
How to apply
Applications close 8th of May 2024
Please include a covering letter with your application. All correspondence will be kept strictly confidential. All applications must be submitted via the online process. Applications received directly via email may not be considered for shortlisting.
We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates who meet the skills and qualifications criteria for the advertised role. Should you be successful in your application, we will contact you to organise an interview. At that time, you will have the opportunity to inform us of any cultural or any other diversity needs you may have so we can support you appropriately during the interview process.
Please contact Santana Abbott for further information or a coffee and a chat about the role on 027 264 7138 or email santana.abbott@tbihealth.co.nz
Please note: We will screen 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.
