Mary Potter Hospice provides specialist palliative care services for people living in Wellington, Porirua and Kāpiti. We provide equitable, compassionate, patient- and whānau- centred, free-of-charge hospice care for patients, families, whānau and carers in the places they call home, and at our Inpatient Unit in Newtown.
We are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi through our work, ensuring equitable and culturally respectful care for all. By integrating Te Ao Māori values and practices, we strive to create an inclusive environment that upholds the mana and dignity of those we serve.
Mary Potter Hospice is a Pride Pledge Gold member. We welcome and encourage diversity and inclusion in our workforce and adhere to best practice equal employment opportunity principles in all aspects of our recruitment and our ways of working.
Job Description
About the role
As an Occupational Therapist at Mary Potter Hospice, you are a vital member of our multi-disciplinary team. Our clinical, allied health and medical teams work very closely and our size allows for strong, meaningful working relationships across the Hospice.
In this role, you will support and empower patients to engage in everyday activities that are meaningful to them, helping to enhance their quality of life at every stage of their journey.
This is a rewarding opportunity to utilise your skills within a holistic model of care. You will be part of a well-established allied health team, supportive Occupational Therapy colleagues and work closely with our inpatient physiotherapist.
This is a part-time position (24 hours per week), offering flexible work hours. We are committed to supporting work-life balance and can accommodate life commitments, including school holidays where possible.
Desired Skills and Experience
About you
We are looking for someone who brings both professional expertise and genuine compassion. You will have:
Registration as an Occupational Therapist with a current NZ Annual Practising Certificate
Experience working in palliative care, or with patients with palliative needs in community or inpatient settings
The ability to work independently and use initiative when navigating complex situations
Strong skills in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating occupational therapy interventions
A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
A genuine understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in practice
NZ residency or a valid work visa
A current driver’s licence
What we offer:
A supportive workplace deeply connected to our values of mana, aroha, rangatiratanga, manaakitanga, and kaitiakitanga
A genuine commitment to equity, cultural responsiveness, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Ongoing professional development support
The chance to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives—every day
Work in an environment that lets you make a difference
Award winning wellbeing programme including carers leave, wellbeing payments and a wellbeing day each year
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a compassionate, community-focused organisation, we would love to hear from you.
Apply Now and become part of the Mary Potter Hospice whānau.
For more information or to request a copy of the position description, please email:
hr.recruitment@marypotter.org.nz
Applications close on 3 May 2026
For further inquiries, contact:
Annette Hodds, Acting IPU Manager, phone: 021 915 043
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