Speech Language Therapist at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Speech Language Therapist

Rotorua Hospital

Permanent, Part Time

Are you a Speech-Language Therapist who is ready to take your next step in your career? Do you want to have a fantastic work-life balance in one the most scenic and playful parts of New Zealand, and possibly the world? We would love to hear from you!

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

We are seeking an enthusiastic Speech Language Therapist to join our fantastic Allied Health team. You will be based at Rotorua hospital and support both inpatient and outpatient care. There will be some opportunity to visit Taupō base hospital. While the role is pivoted towards adult care, there is also opportunity to provide dysphagia care to paediatric patients dependent on your skills and experience. This position could be suitable for either a new graduate who would like the opportunity to grow and develop their generalist skills in multiple areas in a supportive environment or equally an experienced clinician who wants to take their clinical practice to the next level. The service has access to FEES, VFSS and stroboscopy clinics.

This opportunity is a permanent part time role, up to 22 hours per week, with days and hours of work negotiable.

About the Team/Service/ Location

You will be supported by the Chief of Allied Health, Science & Technical Manager Clinical Support Services, and the professional leader/team leader of Speech Language Therapy. You will join eight other SLTs working across Health NZ Lakes, with four of these SLTs based within the Rotorua Hospital team. As an SLT working across the organisation, you will be highly valued by our supportive multi-disciplinary teams and get the invaluable experience of working within the fantastic community that a more rural hospital setting provides.

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.

As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

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About you

Our preferred candidate will have

• Previous experience delivering care in the hospital setting, including use of FEES and VFSS (although training can be provided)
• The ability to work within a fast paced multi-disciplinary environment.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Have a deep commitment to address equity issues within our community.

This position will require you to a have NZSTA registration. Remuneration will be aligned with your experience.

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Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. 

The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.