Kaiāwhina / Allied Health Assistant - Speech

Permanent

part time position (30 hours per week; 0.75 FTE) at Christchurch Health Campus
- Utilise
your passion for working with people in the health setting
- Assist
the Speech Language Therapists in helping patients to communicate effectively
and to swallow safely

Mō te tūnga | About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Kaiāwhina/Allied Health Assistant with a 'can-do'
attitude to join the Haumanu Reo ā-Waha Speech Language Therapy team at
Christchurch Hospital.
This role is within an inpatient setting working
with people who have communication or swallowing difficulties and their
family/whānau. You will work closely
with a team of Speech Language Therapists and be part of a wider
multidisciplinary team. You will bring a strong desire to be part of a
team, an eagerness to be your best and be dedicated to continued learning and
striving for the best patient outcomes.
This role will involve working directly with
patients and their family/whānau, as well as completing tasks that assist in
the delivery of the Speech Language Therapy service, e.g. cleaning nasendoscopes
(used to view the throat to assess swallowing function), creating communication
books. Part of the position also involves assisting the Speech Language
Therapists in the running of the videofluoroscopy clinic (where Speech Language
Therapists use x-ray to assess swallowing function).
This role is Monday-Friday, with a preference for
the hours to be spread evenly over the week.
Applicants who do not hold the New Zealand
Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3) Health Assistance Strand from
Careerforce will be required to enrol in this course if successful in being
appointed

Ko wai koe | About You;
**Tasks will include**:

- Carrying out treatment and intervention plans as

delegated by the Speech Language Therapist;
- Maintain documentation, records and accurate
statistical information to reflect care provided and to meet professional
standards, both locally and nationally;
- Cleaning/maintaining equipment and clinical
spaces;
- Checking and maintaining consumables and stock.

**Your skills will include**:

- Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its

relevance to health;
- Strong
communication and interpersonal skills;
- The
ability to work effectively as a supportive and reliable team member;
- The ability to follow direction to assist in the
delivery of treatment and rehabilitation plans;
- Basic computer skills is essential;
- Previous experience in a similar role with a good
understanding of health is highly desirable.Mō mātou | About Us
'Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua mahi - Putting people at the heart of all we
do'
Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand, leads the
day-to-day running of our health system across New Zealand, with functions
delivered at local, district, regional and national levels. It weaves the
functions of the 20 former District Health Boards into its regional divisions
and district offices, ensuring continuity of services in the health system.
Here in Waitaha, Canterbury we deliver health
services to the almost 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury region.
We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring
our partnership with Māori are at the forefront of all our conversations.
Ngā hua |
Benefits of working at Te Whatu Ora [Health New Zealand]
When you work at the Te Whatu Ora, you are part of
a wider whānau that will support you along your journey. We offer great
coaching, mentoring and learning outcomes for all staff. We are always
improving our facilities across all campuses and have amazing discounts from
select retailers, restaurants and business.
We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles
at Health New Zealand, there could be a place for you
Please visit our careers website for other roles
and find your ideal fit within Health New Zealand.
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