Speech-language Therapist

5 days ago

Palmerston North, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time

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 enthusiastic Speech-Language Therapist? Do you enjoy a variety of work and would you like to live close to everything the Central North Island has to offer? Then this could be the opportunity for you. You are invited to join our friendly team of professionals based at Palmerston North Hospital. You will have excellent organizational and communication skills and the ability to be flexible as an active participant within the Speech-Language Therapy and wider multidisciplinary team environments.

The prime focus of this position is delivery of Speech-Language Therapy Services to both inpatients and outpatients who present with a variety of acquired communication and swallowing disorders. The successful applicant for this position will work with adults in a variety of clinical settings including; acute medical; rehabilitation (A,T&R); outpatients and community services.

The Speech-Language Therapist is a vital member of the Allied Health and Therapy Service through provision of comprehensive speech, language and swallowing therapy assessment, treatment, education, advice and administration for clients within the MidCentral Health District

**About the Location**

Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities - beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes - Massey University and the International Pacific College.

Discover more hidden gems that Manawatū and Palmerston North have to offer here: Manawatū & Palmerston North - Visit | Live | Study | Business (manawatunz.co.nz). Check out our careers site here for more information about Palmerston North hospital.

**Working at Health New Zealand**

**How to Apply**

For enquiries about this position please contact Brigid Fay, Speech-Language Therapist / Professional Lead, Palmerston North Hospital

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