## Mo tenei turanga mahi | About this role
- Speech- Language Therapist / Speech Pathologist
- Palmerston North
- Permanent Fulltime
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 RoleThe prime focus of this position is delivery of Speech-Language Therapy Services to both inpatients and outpatients who present with a variety of acquired communication and swallowing disorders.The successful applicant for this position will work with adults in a variety of clinical settings including acute medical; rehabilitation (A,T&R); outpatients and community services.The Speech-Language Therapist is a vital member of the Allied Health and Therapy Service through provision of comprehensive speech, language and swallowing therapy assessment, treatment, education, advice and administration for clients within the MidCentral Health District
About the ServiceYou'll be joining a friendly and professional team based at Palmerston North Hospital, where collaboration and flexibility are valued.The Speech-Language Therapy team is an integral part of the Allied Health and Therapy Service, providing :
Comprehensive assessment and treatment for speech, language, and swallowing disordersEducation and advice to clients and their whanauSupport across inpatient and outpatient settings within the MidCentral Health DistrictWe pride ourselves on a supportive team culture and a commitment to delivering excellent care to our diverse community.About youWe're looking for someone who is :Qualified: NZ Bachelor of Speech-Language Therapy or equivalentExperienced: 1–2 years working with adults in acute hospital settings, including dysphagia managementSkilled: Strong communication, organisation, and computer literacyCulturally aware: Sensitive and responsive to diverse communitiesCommitted: To ongoing learning and professional excellenceYou'll also need :NZSTA membershipA current NZ driver's licenceA clear police check (Children's Actcompliance)About the LocationManawatu is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life.It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks.No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance.
Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight.
We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.Discover more hidden gems that Manawatu and Palmerston North have to offer here : .
Check out our here for more information about Palmerston North hospital.We actively encourage a life work balance and appreciate flexibility can be important, so we are open to discuss options!
Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply please click "apply now."All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal
If you have any questions about the role, please contact : Brigid Fay, Speech- Language Therapist, Professional lead, emailHealth New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.| Location : | Manawatu / Whanganui || Attachment : | (PDF, 600KB) Job Description (PDF, 226KB) Other |#J-
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