Community Occupational Therapy and Allied Health Assistant Clinical Lead

Live and work in Whakatāne a close community with a stunning coastline and heart. Part-time position 0.4 FTE, working Monday to Friday. Perfect for an experienced Occupational Therapist ready to grow their leadership capability while remaining hands‑on clinically. 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

This permanent Clinical Lead opportunity combines hands‑on clinical practice with leadership across the Community Occupational Therapy and Allied Health Assistant team across the Eastern Bay of Plenty. You will carry a clinical caseload while providing day‑to‑day coordination, staff support, and clinical leadership, alongside contributing to evidence‑based practice, workforce development, quality improvement, and service enhancement initiatives. Working closely with the Professional Leader, you will help foster a collabo...