Occupational Therapist (0.4 FTE)

Occupational Therapist, Nelson Early Supported Discharge Team, Permanent Part-time

• An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our vibrant, friendly team.

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 New Zealanders.

About the Role

As an Occupational Therapist in the Early Support Discharge Team, you will:

• Play a key role in helping clients meet their occupational performance goals following hospital discharge
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred care in home and community settings
• Consistently collaborate, sharing expertise and resources to deliver the best possible outcomes for our clients
• Play a key role in identifying suitable clients for our service.

This is a permanent part-time role working 32 hours per fortnight, Monday to Friday. There is no on-call.

Please view the position description for further information.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Nelson Tasman Early Supported Discharge Team help clients transition smoothly from hospital to home with the right support.

The team work closely with clients, whanau, and healthcare providers to improve recovery outcomes and occupational performance in the community.

For more information on living and working in Nelson click here

About you

As an Occupational Therapist in the Early Support Discharge Team, you will:

• Be a registered health professional with a minimum of 2 years clinical experience
• Have experience of working with other professions and MDT processes, including delegation to kaiawhina .
• Have excellent interpersonal skills, a can-do attitude with a strong quality focus
• Be a strong team member who is enthusiastic and innovative
• Have experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 15 May 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz OR

Diane Scott (Team Leader Community Allied Health) at diane.scott@nmdhb.govt.nz .

Job ref: R1N26-086

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.