TBI Health began in 2001 with a clear purpose: to support individuals experiencing pain, injury, or illness. Our partnership with Southern Cross in 2016 marked an important step in our journey, and we are now proud to be fully owned by Southern Cross. Together, we are committed to ensuring our clients receive the right help, at the right time, so they can get back on track and live meaningful, fulfilling 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.
Job Description
About the mahi (role)
Join our Palmerston North team and build your career in occupational health and vocational rehabilitation, helping people stay well, manage pain and return safely to work.
This varied role will see you working directly with clients in workplaces and community settings, helping them build confidence, manage their recovery and achieve practical return-to-work goals. You’ll be part of a collaborative network of GPs, specialists, employers and other health professionals, all working together to support meaningful, sustainable outcomes for clients.
New to vocational rehabilitation? That's okay. You don't need previous experience in this area to succeed. We'll provide structured mentoring, training and support to help you develop your skills in occupational health, workplace assessment and vocational rehabilitation.
You will also have the opportunity to work across a range of vocational and community contracts, giving you variety in your day-to-day work and the chance to build a broad range of clinical and rehabilitation skills.
Looking for flexibility? We're open to full-time or part-time arrangements of 3–5 days per week for the right person.
What you'll be doing
No two days will necessarily look the same. You might be:
Completing workplace assessments and return-to-work planning.
Supporting clients following illness or injury to safely return to work and everyday activities.
Providing education, treatment and rehabilitation in workplace and community settings.
Working with GPs, specialists, employers and other professionals to coordinate rehabilitation.
Managing your own caseload, appointments and clinical documentation.
Contributing to a range of vocational and community contracts.
Benefits of joining TBI Health
We value our people and reward your passion and contribution with:
Competitive remuneration and bonus structure
Work vehicle and mobile phone provided.
Flexible working arrangements – complete administration from home
Subsidised private health insurance with Southern Cross (must be employed for 20 or more hours to qualify)
Birthday leave! (must be employed for 20 or more hours to qualify)
Wellbeing allowance is currently valued at $250 if you are employed for 20 hours or more per week or $100 for employees who work under 20 hours per week.
Inclusive culture which embraces and celebrates the diversity of its people
Attend several training sessions during the year focused on teaching how to incorporate Māori tikanga in your role appropriately.
Annual contribution to your career development and further qualifications
Reimbursement for Annual Practicing Certificate, Professional Membership and Insurance
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
We're ideally looking for an OT with 2+ years' clinical experience, but we're open to considering clinicians earlier in their careers who demonstrate the right skills, attitude and interest in vocational rehabilitation.
To be successful in this role you will have:
An interest in vocational, occupational health and/or community rehabilitation.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your own caseload.
A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
An interest in working collaboratively with clients, employers and other health professionals.
A current NZ Annual Practising Certificate, full indemnity insurance and professional body membership.
A current full, clean NZ driver's licence.
About the Palmerston North team
You'll work alongside physiotherapists, psychologists, hand therapists, a nurse practitioner, dietitian and other clinicians, with established relationships across the local specialist network.
Our team culture is positive, inclusive, and supportive – we work hard, have a laugh, and enjoy great coffee from the many nearby cafes!
How to APPLY
Applications close 1st of November 2026.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter via our online application process. We are unable to accept email applications.
For further information or a confidential kōrero, please contact the Clinic Manager – Jackson Wong: Jackson.wong@tbihealth.co.nz or 027 303 3427.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to notify us of any cultural or individual needs so we can support you appropriately throughout the interview process.
Note: We may begin interviewing suitable candidates before the closing date and could fill the role early. If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please apply promptly.
