Speech Language Therapist - Adult Acute

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Permanent (part or full time up to 1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week) and fixed term (0.4 FTE / 16 hours per week), based at Christchurch Health Campus, please indicate your preference in your cover letter
• Eligibility for registration with the New Zealand Speech-language Therapists' Association (NZSTA) is essential
• Utilise your passion for working within the acute care setting and continue to develop your skills in an experienced team
• Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Orais firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicatedto serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we'rebuilding a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability,whānau-centred care, and excellence.
• Aboutthe Role
• Kia ora!We are searching for highly skilledand passionate NZSTA registered Speech-language Therapists (SLTs) to join our HaumanuReo ā-Waha Speech-language Therapy (SLT) team working with adults in the acutesetting.We are a dedicated Speech-languageTherapy team working to provide high quality evidence based clinical care andinnovative practice in a fast-paced tertiary acute care environment. Ourteam provides services to all clinical areas in the acute hospital setting,including but not limited to; general medicine, general surgery, respiratory,stroke, neurology / neurosurgery, orthopaedics, acute spinal, cardiology, cardiothoracics,ORL / head & neck cancer and critical care. The Speech-language Therapy serviceoffers a supportive team environment with experienced colleagues and a widerange of opportunities for continuing professional development. Instrumentalswallowing assessments, including cough reflex testing, videofluoroscopy (VFSS)and Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) are embedded in ourdaily practice and there are opportunities to upskill and further develop inthese areas. Speech Language Therapy service delivery is also supported with the integration of a SLT Kaiāwhina (Allied HealthAssistant) in the team.Applications from clinicians with an interest andexperience across any clinical areas within an adult acute service are welcome,however we are preferably seeking clinicians with experience and skills in;oncology / radiotherapy, head and neck cancer, critical care, neurology orneurosurgery. Skills in tracheostomy management and instrumental assessmentincluding FEES and VFSS are highly desirable.We have a 0.4 FTE fixed term role, covering parentalleave, available until 7th June 2026. We also have permanent hours equivalentto 1.1 FTE / 44 hours per week available, with consideration of either onefull-time (1.0 FTE) or two part-time appointments. All roles are availableimmediately.
• Please clearly indicatewhich hours (permanent / fixed term, FTE) and clinical areas you are interestedor have experience in
• . Inthis role, you will be responsible for :
• Providing holistic and culturally safe Speech-language Therapy services within the acute care setting
• Implementing assessments according to Speech-language Therapy protocols and professional standards, including instrumental swallowing assessments
• Establishing and implementing treatment plans and interventions in consultation with the patient and their family / whānau, and the multidisciplinary team
• Educating patients, their family / whānau, and the wider multidisciplinary team on relevant information to facilitate wellbeing
• Working with colleagues to implement quality / service improvements and patient safety initiatives to improve patient care and meet the strategic goals of the organisation
• About You
• You will have a proven track record ofcontributing positively to your current team, as well as working autonomouslyand as part of high performing multi / interdisciplinary teams. Having a genuineinterest in working with patients and their whānau in the acute setting,aspiring as a life-long learner and being motivated to continue to work towardsequity for our patients will make you a great fit for our team.Your skills will include :
• Commitment to the provision of quality care for patients and their whānau
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth
• Demonstrated skills in the assessment and management of swallowing and communication disorders in the adult population
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as a supportive and reliable team member to ensure the best health outcomes for people
• Self-awareness with strong reflective abilities and able to identify areas for growth and development
• Autonomous caseload management and advanced skills in time management, prioritisation, flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly to meet changes in clinical demands
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
• At least two years' experience working in the acute hospital setting is preferred
• Minimum Level 3 New Zealand Speech-Language Therapists' Association (NZSTA) Videofluoroscopy competency is desired
• Minimum Level 3 NZSTA Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) competency is desired
• Minimum Level 3 NZSTA Tracheostomy competency is desired
• Registration with the New Zealand Speech-language Therapists Association (NZSTA) is essentialWe look forward to hearing from you.
• Workingfor Health New Zealand
• HealthNew Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellnesses'. We're dedicated toensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa / New Zealand. Weembrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are betterpositioned to understand and service our community
• We welcomeapplications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbowcommunities.Our people are at the heart ofeverything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers andhonouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.
• Howto Apply
• Toview the position description and / or apply for the role please click 'applynow.' All applications must be submitted through our onlinecareers portal before 11 : 59pm on
• 27th October
• If you have any questions aboutthe role, please contact Alex Jay, Recruitment Partner on '| Location : | Christchurch |

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