Speech Language Therapist

Speech Language Therapist

Dunedin Hospital

Salary Band – $77,087 - $107,600 p.a. pro rata + Kiwisaver

• 1.0 FTE (40hrs per week) permanent opportunity 

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Speech-Language Therapist to join us here in beautiful Dunedin at our hospital as a part of our very supportive and friendly team.

 
Join us in the beautiful South Island of New Zealand with skiing on the Southern Alps, stunning surf beaches, hiking and forest adventures at the doorstep.  We have a thriving arts and music scene, chilly winters, and temperate summers. Dunedin is a well-kept secret and might be just what you are looking for! Come and join us here in this great little city, we would love to have you as a part of our Speech-Language Therapy team.

About the team

Our speech-language therapy team are close knit and supportive with a mix of skills and experience. We are excited about innovative practice and strive to provide an equitable and evidence-based service for our clients and their whānau. Our team is in the midst of learning FEES procedure, so if these are skills that you would like to acquire this is a great opportunity. There are professional development opportunities both in-house and the potential to study in your own personal areas of interest as a part of your work here.

About the Role

You will be based in our Speech-Language Therapy department at Dunedin Hospital with our supportive and dynamic team of therapists. The role will be tailored to your experience and skillset within the acute hospital setting.

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About you

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Experienced Speech-Language Therapist to join our team. This role is ideal for a clinician with 5+ years of experience who has a strong interest and/or expertise in Critical Care, FEES (Fibreoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing), Head and Neck Cancer, Voice, and/or Stroke

Key Requirements:

• 5+ years of clinical experience
• Experience and/or interest in Critical Care, FEES, Head and Neck Cancer, Voice, Tracheostomy and/or Stroke
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and teamwork skills
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Speech-Language Therapy
• Current Annual Practising Certificate with the New Zealand Speech-Language Therapy Association (NZSTA) and evidence of specialist competencies.

If you are a dedicated Speech-Language Therapist eager to grow in a supportive and well-established team, we would love to hear from you!

The successful candidate will bring energy and enthusiasm for Speech-Language Therapy, confidently managing their own caseload while also supporting and mentoring less experienced therapists. We value professionals who thrive in a collaborative team environment, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and are proactive in developing their advanced clinical skills.

Salary Range
This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the Allied, Public Health, Scientific & Technical CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the Pay Scale, between Step 1 $77,087 and Step 8 $110,210 p.a pro rata dependant on relevant experience.

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 Friday  25 April 2025 . If you have any questions about the role, please contact James.Boyd@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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