Speech Language Therapist - Speech Language

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern; Timaru; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Southern in Timaru invites a Speech Language Therapist to join the central Therapy Department, collaborating with colleagues and other allied health staff to deliver patient-centred care. You will assess and intervene with patients, demonstrate credibility, innovation, flexibility and a positive problem-solving approach.

New graduates are welcome to apply with placement experience.

Qualifications

• NZ Registered Speech Language Therapist with an Annual Practising Certificate.
• Current NZ Full Driver's Licence.
• Member of the NZ Speech Language Therapy Association.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Sound knowledge of IT systems and applications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and effective assessment and intervention services to patients.
• Collaborate with colleagues and other allied health staff to coordinate care.
• Report to the Clinical Coordinator and participate in department activities.

Skills

Speech Language Therapy

Assessment & Intervention

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Tools

IT systems

Job description

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Speech Language Therapist - Speech Language

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern – Timaru, South Island

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

The position is central to the Speech Language Therapy Department, working collaboratively with colleagues, other allied health staff, services and reporting to the Clinical Coordinator. Speech Language Therapy.

About You

This role is suited to a clinician who can deliver safe and effective assessment and intervention services to patients. The ideal candidate will demonstrate credibility in their profession and show innovation, flexibility, and a positive, problem-solving approach to a range of situations. New or soon to be graduating applicants who have proven adult experience on placements are welcome to apply.

Key Requirements Include:

• NZ Registered Speech Language Therapy with an Annual Practising Certificate
• Current NZ Full Drivers Licence
• Member of the NZ Speech Language Therapy Association
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Has a sound knowledge IT systems and applications

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.

Salary Range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the relevant Allied Collective, and the Pay Scale, determined on relevant experience.