Advanced Speech Language Therapist - Whangarei at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau, Northland
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Speech Language Therapy Department - Whangarei Hospital
- Permanent part-time position (0.4 FTE), working 16 hours per week
- Internal Health New Zealand applicants only
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 have a great opportunity for an experienced Speech Language Therapist to join our Speech Language Therapy Services at Whangarei Hospital. This is an exciting role that will provide advanced evidenced-based care and advice to patients and whanau.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Providing advanced clinical practice across Whangarei Hospital inpatient wards for Speech Language Therapy
- Assisting in the development of policies and protocols within this profession as needed
- Providing clinical teaching to patients, students, team members, and other health professionals when relevant
The hours of work are between 8am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday. There will be a requirement to work on a shared on call roster to cover public holidays (approx. 1-2 per year). Travel throughout Northland to the Rural Hospitals may be required occasionally.
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About the Team/Service/Location
The Speech Language and Occupational Therapy Department is a growing team who offers a supportive working environment with a strong commitment to regular supervision and opportunities for professional development.
- Flexible working arrangements
- Continuous support for career development
- Be a part of supportive multidisciplinary team
- Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference
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About you
As an Advanced Clinician, you must have the ability to provide clinical leadership, judgement and decision making effectively and in a safe manner. You will also bring your effective time management and prioritisation skills.
- Hold a relevant qualification and is recognised by the NZ Speech Language Therapists Association (NZSTA)
- Current NZSTA membership
- Minimum of 6 years post graduate experience with at least 2 years in the area of specialty.
- Current and full NZ Drivers Licence
- Tracheostomy trained
- Level 4 or above FEES training
- Demonstrated clinical leadership in current or previous roles
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 by 12th August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews on nl-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
| Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau |
| Location: | Northland |
| Position type: | Permanent Part time |
| Category: | Health |
| Date listed: | 05-Aug-2026 |
| Salary range: | 120356.0 - 125634.0 |
| Closing date: | 12-Aug-2026 |
| Reference: | WHA01280 |
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| Website: | https://www.northlanddhb.org.nz/ |
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