Speech Language Therapist / Speech Pathologist

An exciting opportunity to join our acute inpatient Speech-language Therapy teamFull time, fixed term (12-month Parental Leave cover) Senior Speech-language Therapist position based in speciality of Neurosurgery at Auckland City Hospital. Supportive, friendly multidisciplinary team with great on-boarding and ongoing supportHealth 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 RoleWe are looking for an experienced New Zealand registered Speech and Language Therapist to join our dedicated, supportive and friendly Adult Speech-Language Therapy team based at Auckland City Hospital.

This is a fixed-term, full-time (40 hours / week) position, for a period of 12 months. You will be based on the Neurosurgery ward; however, flexibility is required. You may be required to flex into other areas based on clinical demand. As the ideal candidate you will:Proactively work on acute and/or complex caseload delivering high quality evidence based clinical careAssess and manage both communication and swallowing disordersRegular opportunities to use FEES and VFSS as well as regular MDT collaboration around tracheostomy managementCollaborate with team members and other work groups to achieve service objectivesWork on developing positive working relationships with our clients / patients/ whānauCoaching and supervising colleaguesCommitted to professional development and continually striving for improved patient care and experienceAbout the Team/Service/ LocationThis role is based at Auckland City Hospital.

The team work alongside two other Speech-language Therapy subservices, Critical Care and ORL, in a range of extended scope of practice areas including FEES, VFSS, SVR and tracheostomy management.For more information on living and working in Auckland click hereAbout youAs the ideal person for this role, you will have the following skills and attributes:Bachelor's qualification in Speech-Language Therapy or equivalentRegistered member of the New Zealand Speech-Language Therapists’ Association (NZSTA) with current Annual Practicing Certificate5-6 years of proven experience working as a Speech-Language Therapist in a hospital settingAn understanding of bicultural issues and commitment to the Treaty of WaitangiAbility to work collaboratively with a range of professional groups in a multidisciplinary settingEffective time management, prioritisation and organisation skillsDrive, energy and initiative with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Developing leadership skills with experience supporting Speech-language Therapy colleagues or studentsClick here to view the position descriptionIf you need any further information about these positions, please contact Anita Markey, Clinical Lead Speech-language Therapy at Anita.Markey@tewhatuora.govt.nz or call 021 962 328.Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

Be available for interview from Monday 9th June 2025.To apply please click on the ‘Apply’ tab below and submit your application online attaching your updated CV and Covering Letter.Click here to view details about our recruitment processIf you have any queries about accessibility, or technical issues with the online process, please contact Vaidehi Sharma - Recruitment Consultant at Vaidehi.sharma@tewhatuora.govt.nz quoting ref #ADHB22833 to discuss how we can best support your application.For the largest health sector job board in New Zealand, visit www.kiwihealthjobs.com