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Advanced Clinician-Speech Lang Therapist

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
Auckland, Auckland
Full time
3 weeks ago
  • Do you have a passion for working with in the field of stroke, neurology and rehabilitation?
  • Do you enjoy working integrally as part of a multidisciplinary team?
  • You will work in partnership with our medical, nursing and allied health colleagues in an environment where teamwork is prioritised, valued and the patient is at the heart of everything we do
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 permanent full time Advanced Clinician Speech Language Therapist-stroke, neurology and rehabilitation available for an experienced New Zealand Registered Speech Therapist who would be keen to join our dynamic and supportive Speech Language Therapy (SLT) Service based at Auckland City Hospital. This role is part of the SLT team and would see you working full time (40 hours /week) Monday to Friday (part time hours negotiable for the right candidate). This role will primarily be based in Taiao Ora, our integrated stroke and rehabilitation unit, working with across the patient continuum from hyper acute to rehabilitation settings:

  • Proactively work with a complex caseload delivering high quality outcome focused innovative care, applying evidence-based practice, interventions and education
  • Collaborate nationally and internationally with National Stroke Networks toward evidence based pathways in line with recognised stroke guidelines to address the needs of patients and their whānau as they navigate their stroke journey.
  • Assess and manage patients with swallowing or communication needs along the stroke pathway within Taiao Ora (our Integrated Stroke Unit) and at times from Critical Care Settings into rehabilitation in Taiao Ora.
  • Collaborate with team members and other work groups to achieve service objectives.
  • Supervise and coach students and staff.
  • Develop positive working relationships with our clients and their whānau as well as with the interdisciplinary team and regional and national stakeholders.
  • Commit to continued professional development and continually strive for improved patient care and experience.
  • Reporting to the Clinical Lead Speech Language Therapy. You would also be supported professionally, by the Professional Leader – Speech Language Therapy.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team is made up of passionate and supportive Speech Language Therapists who are dedicated to advocating for our patients and enhancing patient outcomes within our community. The SLT team comprises 16.2 FTE, working across both inpatient and outpatient settings.

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About you

As the ideal person for this role, you will have the following skills and attributes:

  • New Zealand Registered Speech Language Therapist with a current Annual Practicing Certificate
  • 6+ years post-qualification experience, with at least 4 years working within the areas of stoke, neurology and rehabilitation.
  • Proven advanced skills in the use of FEES, Videofluoroscopy, and tracheostomy management.
  • An understanding of bicultural issues and commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a range of professional groups in a multidisciplinary setting
  • Effective time management, flexibility, prioritisation and organisation skills
  • Drive, energy and initiative with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a proven track record in leading others and driving service development.

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For more information about this role please contact Sarah Edwards - Service Clinical Director, Allied Health: [email protected]

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

Advertising closes: Sunday 24th August, 2025 at 11:59 pm (New Zealand standard time).

To apply please click on the ‘Apply’ tab below and submit your application online attaching your updated CV and Covering Letter.

If you have any queries about accessibility, or technical issues with the online process, please contact Vaidehi Sharma - Recruitment Consultant at [email protected] quoting ref #ADHB23182 to discuss how we can best support your application.

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