Speech Language Therapist - Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Casual position – as and when required
• Based at Tauranga Hospital
• Free staff carparking and wellbeing support

He Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role

Nau mai! We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at Hauora a Toi and live in the beautiful Bay of Plenty.

This position is casual, casual being as and when required.   

You will be based in Tauranga, with the potential opportunity to provide cover to our colleagues based in Whakatane. 

 He Korero mōu - About You

The position would suit a clinician with experience in the health sector working with adults or paediatrics. Previous clinical dysphagia training would be advantageous. You will work within a close team who provide speech language therapy services to both inpatients and outpatients in clinic and community settings. You will need a sound knowledge of the use of informal and formal assessment tools, excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work well within a team to achieve patient and whānau focused goals and a focus on evidence-based practice. Equity in support for Māori is a priority.

 If you are a highly motivated Speech Language Therapist and you're looking for a great place to live for worklife balance, then we want to hear from you!

 Mō Tātou – About Us

Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.

Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne.  Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty's largest employers with over 4000 staff.

Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits

• In-House professional development
• Competitive remuneration
• Flexible working practices (e.g. we support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible)
• Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
• Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership and wellbeing support
• Free onsite staff parking
• Free flu vaccination
• Discounts (with local businesses)

 Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW”

For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal.  For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat, contact Andrea Burch, Team Leader, Speech Language Therapy via email andrea.burch@bopdhb.govt.nz  

Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. It is essential you demonstrate an awareness of Māori indigenous rights and current issues in relation to health and health equity.

Children's Act 2014

Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty's commitment to child protection, you will be subject to ‘safety checks' under the Children's Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.