Advanced Clinician - Speech Language Therapist

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and aims to build a health system that effectively serves all New Zealanders. We are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. About the Role We are excited to offer a fixed-term opportunity for an experienced Speech Language Therapist to join our Speech Language Therapy Services at Whangarei Hospital until May 2026. This role involves providing advanced, evidence-based care and advice to patients and their families. In this position, you will be responsible for: - Delivering advanced clinical practice across various inpatient wards at Whangarei Hospital for Speech Language Therapy. - Assisting in the development of relevant policies and protocols within the profession. - Providing clinical teaching to patients, students, team members, and other health professionals as needed. This full-time role requires working 40 hours per week, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday. There is also a shared on-call responsibility to cover public holidays, approximately 1-2 times per year. Occasional travel throughout Northland to rural hospitals may be necessary. About the Team/Service/Location Our Speech Language and Occupational Therapy Department is a growing team that values a supportive working environment. We are committed to regular supervision and providing opportunities for professional development. We offer: - Flexible working arrangements - Continuous support for career development - A collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team - A highly rewarding role with the opportunity to make a significant difference For more information about living and working in Northland, we encourage you to explore the provided resources. About You As an Advanced Clinician, you will need to effectively demonstrate clinical leadership, sound judgment, and decision-making skills. Strong time management and prioritization abilities are essential. To be considered for this role, you should have: - A relevant qualification recognized by the New Zealand Speech Language Therapists Association (NZSTA) - Current NZSTA membership - A minimum of six years of post-graduate experience, with at least two years in a specialty area - A current and full New Zealand Driver’s License - Tracheostomy training - Level 4 or above FEES training - Proven clinical leadership in current or previous roles Working at Health New Zealand We are dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand and welcome applications from diverse candidates, including those from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 16th July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to Olivia Matthews at NL-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date.