About the Role
Are you an enthusiastic Speech-Language Therapist? Do you enjoy a variety of work and would you like to live close to everything the Central North Island has to offer? Then this could be the opportunity for you. You are invited to join our friendly team of professionals based at Palmerston North Hospital. You will have excellent organizational and communication skills and the ability to be flexible as an active participant within the Speech-Language Therapy and wider multidisciplinary team environments.
The 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
We would welcome applications from suitably qualified clinicians with 1-2 years of experience. Experience working with adults in a health setting would be an advantage.
About the Location
Manawatū 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 Manawatū and Palmerston North have to offer here: Manawatū & Palmerston North - Visit | Live | Study | Business (manawatunz.co.nz). Check out our careers site here for more information about Palmerston North hospital.
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
All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal.
For enquiries about this position please contact Brigid Fay, Speech-Language Therapist / Professional Lead, Palmerston North Hospital
Tel: (06) 350-8593 or email [email protected]
For position descriptions and application forms please contact Glenda Houston, HROD, Palmerston North Hospital
Tel: (06) 350 8852 or email [email protected]
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
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