Speech Language Therapist - Southland

Speech Language Therapist – Southland

• Location: Southland (with flexible telehealth options)
• Salary: $100,163 - $116,390 per annum, pro rata
• Permanent, part-time (0.7 FTE), 28 hours per week

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

Are you an experienced Speech Language Therapist ready to embrace a dynamic, patient-centred role? Join our Southland team and lead the way in providing innovative speech-language therapy, both in person and through telehealth solutions.

In this role, you will deliver a wide range of services using the PACE (Patient Anywhere, Clinician Elsewhere) model of care. Whether supporting patients recovering from stroke, managing dysphagia, addressing neurodegenerative conditions (including Parkinson’s and motor neuron disease), or providing video-fluoroscopy assessments, you’ll make a profound difference.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting safe, effective patient assessments and interventions, both in person and via telehealth.
• Applying advanced skills to identify and manage complex cases effectively.
• Delivering leadership in the development of clinical telehealth capabilities within the team.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (including dietitians, physiotherapists, and medical specialists) to deliver comprehensive, patient-centred care.
• Providing mentorship to team members and contributing to clinical education.

This role is your chance to balance face-to-face and telehealth practice, broadening your scope and making a tangible impact on patient lives.

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About You

We are seeking an experienced, adaptable, and tech-savvy Speech Language Therapist who thrives on professional growth and leadership.

You will have:

• A recognised qualification in Speech-language Therapy
• Current membership with the New Zealand Speech Language Therapy Association.
• At least 5 years of clinical experience, with demonstrated expertise across a range of settings.
• Proficiency in technology, with experience in telehealth service delivery.
• Advanced knowledge of dysphagia management and experience with Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies (VFSS) (preferred).
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, concise, and clinically accurate information.
• A commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity in healthcare delivery.

Painga | Benefits

• Hybrid working model, including telehealth flexibility.
• Work in a beautiful, welcoming region with a strong sense of community.
• Access to peer support and professional learning through our partnership with Dunedin Hospital.
• A lifestyle enriched by Southland’s stunning natural environment—ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.

Utu whānui | Salary Range

$100,163 - $116,390 per annum pro rata (aligned with PSA Allied Health SECA)

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

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by Wednesday 21 May 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact: james.boyd@southerndhb.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.