Speech Language Therapist, Nelson Community Rehabilitation Team, Permanent Part-time
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An exciting opportunity for an experienced Speech Therapist to join our vibrant, friendly team.
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
As a clinician in the Community Rehab Team, you will:
- Provide dysphagia and communication assessment and intervention.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred care in home and community settings
- Consistently collaborate, sharing expertise and resources to deliver the best possible outcomes for our clients
Please view the position description for further information.
About the Team/Service/Location
The Nelson Tasman Community Rehabilitation Team is an adult specialist neurological rehabilitation service.
The team work closely with clients, whānau, and healthcare providers to improve recovery outcomes and independence in the community.
About you
As a clinician in the Community Rehab Team, you will:
- Be a registered Speech Therapist with a minimum of 3 years clinical experience
- Have experience of working with other professions and MDT processes as well as service delivery monitoring
- Have excellent interpersonal skills, a can-do attitude with a strong quality focus
- Be a strong team member who is enthusiastic and innovative
- Have experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.
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.
Job ref: R1N26-256
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
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