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March 22, 2024
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau
Whangarei
PART TIME & FULL TIME
Speech Language Therapist – Whangarei Hospital
Flexible working potential
Fixed Term ending January 2025
1.0 FTE – Negotiable
Achieving the best health outcomes for Northland communities starts with expecting the best from ourselves. We ensure every member of our team has the opportunity to develop, grow and stay inspired. You can make an impact on your community and on your own professional development – all whilst enjoying what Northland has to offer.
Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora, Northland is currently looking for a motivated Speech Language Therapist to join our team Whangarei Hospital. There is flexibility in where this role will be based with options including outpatient and acute wards. This role is working predominantly with individuals aged 16 and over.
About the role
The role of Speech Language Therapist is a Fixed Term position ending 31 January 2025, there is potential for this role to continue beyond the fixed term. You will be working up to 40 hours a week Monday to Friday, to cover maternity leave for the present incumbent of the position. Part-time will also be considered.
The primary function of this role is provide clinical and professional practice; to assess and treat designated inpatients or outpatients with communication and swallowing disorders. Working within a multi-disciplinary team; you will have the ability to empathise and communicate effectively with patients, particularly elders and their families/’whanau in a culturally safe manner and it is desirable for the successful applicant to have experience working with adults in a hospital setting.
Key Requirements:
Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.
Our people live our Values:
Tangata I te tuatahi People First – People are central to all we do
Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect – We treat others as they would like to be treated
Manaaki Caring – We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion
Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication – We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding
Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence – Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation
Vacancy No: AH24-095
Closes: 17 November 2024
Fixed Term ending January 2025
1.0 FTE – Negotiable
Achieving the best health outcomes for Northland communities starts with expecting the best from ourselves. We ensure every member of our team has the opportunity to develop, grow and stay inspired. You can make an impact on your community and on your own professional development – all whilst enjoying what Northland has to offer.
Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora, Northland is currently looking for a motivated Speech Language Therapist to join our team Whangarei Hospital. There is flexibility in where this role will be based with options including outpatient and acute wards. This role is working predominantly with individuals aged 16 and over.
About the role
The role of Speech Language Therapist is a Fixed Term position ending 31 January 2025, there is potential for this role to continue beyond the fixed term. You will be working up to 40 hours a week Monday to Friday, to cover maternity leave for the present incumbent of the position. Part-time will also be considered.
The primary function of this role is provide clinical and professional practice; to assess and treat designated inpatients or outpatients with communication and swallowing disorders. Working within a multi-disciplinary team; you will have the ability to empathise and communicate effectively with patients, particularly elders and their families/’whanau in a culturally safe manner and it is desirable for the successful applicant to have experience working with adults in a hospital setting.
Key Requirements:
- Degree in Speech Language Therapy or equivalent
- Membership of NZSTA
- Previous experience working in the field of Speech Language Therapy
- Excellent English language communication skills (both oral and written)
- Current NZ Driver’s license or International Driver’s Permit
- Completion of a specialised courses in related fields such as dysphagia, voice, aphasia
- Postgraduate experience in treating neurologically based communication disorders
- Postgraduate experience in treating dysphagia
- Rewarding work to keep you satisfied and motivated, no day is the same
- Professional development opportunities to support your career development
- A close-knit and supportive team
Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.
Our people live our Values:
Tangata I te tuatahi People First – People are central to all we do
Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect – We treat others as they would like to be treated
Manaaki Caring – We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion
Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication – We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding
Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence – Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation
Vacancy No: AH24-095
Closes: 17 November 2024
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