Southland Salary - $77,087 - $107,600 + Kiwisaver Multiple permanent opportunities available, ranging from 20 to 40 hours per week (0.5 to 1.0 FTE, respectively).
Mo te turanga | About the role As an SLT in Southland, you'll work across a wide and professionally rewarding range of areas, enhancing your expertise and knowledge every step of the way.
It's a chance to put your versatile skills to best use - assisting patients with swallowing, stroke recovery, neuro-degenerative conditions, Parkinson's, and Motor Neuron Disease (MND).
Look forward to extending your scope beyond clinical expertise as you'll collaborate closely with medical teams, dieticians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and allied health assistants to shape and deliver comprehensive treatment plans.
We like to think that, for you, this will be much more than a 'job' – we see it as your chance to explore your passion.
In a world where many healthcare professionals become highly specialised, Southland offers the opportunity to become a true generalist, developing skills across the board.
And let's not forget the community outreach – you'll travel to patients' homes and engage in the community.
It's just a taste of what makes this role truly special.
Mou ake | About you We are able to support a New Graduate through their New Graduate Framework cementing your learning across a variety of presentations within a supportive and social team.
This is a terrific opportunity for a New Graduate SLT giving you a chance to work across several areas of practice.
We are also open to welcoming a Speech-language Therapist with solid experience who has an interest in working in a generalist environment in both inpatients, outpatients and community, and there is still room for a special interest!
Just as important will be your excellent interpersonal skills and ability to provide clear, concise, and accurate written communication.
You will value a patient and whanau centred approach, placing them at the heart of your practice.
Join us Come and find your calling in Southland.
Connection, community, and teamwork are at the heart of our approach.
Southlanders are known for their warmth and friendliness, creating a supportive atmosphere.
Plus, if you love the outdoors, you'll be in your element.
Runners, cyclists, hikers, and nature enthusiasts thrive here.
Mo matou | About us Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.
We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region.
We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.
Utu whanui | Salary range This role belongs to the PSA/DHBs Allied, Public Health and Technical Multi-Employer Collective Agreement and falls between Step 1 ($77,087 p.a) and Step 7 ($107,600 p.a pro rata) of the Degree-Based Allied, Public Health and Technical scale.
Ra monehu | Closing Date: Sunday 10 November 2024 Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change.
Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.
Tono inaianei | Apply now We only accept online applications.
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