Registered Hand Therapist at Habit Health – Apply Now!

Habit Health, a leading nationwide healthcare provider, is looking for a Registered Hand Therapist to join its expanding team in Wellington. We specialise in rehabilitation and empower both our clients and our staff to live and work at their best. As a Registered Hand Therapist, you’ll play a key role in improving client outcomes while supporting and mentoring Associate Therapists along their registration journey.

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to thrive in an organisation that values excellence, collaboration, and career advancement.

💼 Key Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised, high-quality rehabilitation plans for clients

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and patient reports

• Mentor and supervise Associate Hand Therapists, supporting their registration

• Comply with ACC regulations and uphold ethical therapy standards

• Use practice management software for scheduling and record-keeping

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes

🎯 About You

• Qualification in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy

• Registered Hand Therapist with Hand Therapy NZ, PBNZ or OTNZ

• Active Annual Practising Certificate (APC)

• Strong communication and mentoring skills

• Experience or interest in upper limb rehabilitation

• Open to local and international candidates

Note: Overseas therapists must have relevant hand therapy experience and will receive full support in registration and relocation.

🌟 Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive Salary + a $5,000 sign-on bonus for Registered Hand Therapists

• Relocation Allowance for those moving to Wellington

• Professional Development Support – annual study budgets & mentorship

• Full reimbursement for registration and APC fees

• Provided: laptop, mobile phone, access to pool vehicles

• Strong culture of clinical support, growth and team engagement

• Wellness perks: flu shots, eye exams, access to EAP services

• Clear path for career progression and leadership opportunities

🌍 International Candidates Welcome

Habit Health is an accredited employer and actively supports skilled therapists from abroad. We offer help with the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) process and financial relocation assistance. Our onboarding ensures your transition to New Zealand is as smooth as possible.

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✅ CV TIPS for a Registered Hand Therapist Role:

1. Showcase Clinical Experience: Highlight experience with hand therapy, upper limb rehabilitation, or musculoskeletal care.

2. Include Registrations & Certifications: Clearly state your APC, HTNZ membership, and other relevant accreditations.

3. Highlight Mentoring/Leadership Skills: Emphasise any roles where you’ve trained or supervised others.

4. Use Metrics: If possible, mention patient satisfaction scores, recovery rates, or reduced treatment times.

5. Tailor Your Profile: Mention alignment with rehabilitation, client-centred care, and team collaboration.

🔗 Company Website: https://www.habit.health