Speech Language Therapist - Kaitaia Hospital

• Kaitaia Hospital Te Tai Tokerau
• Permanent part time role (0.6FTE), working 24 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• Play a key role in supporting the wellbeing of people and whānau across the Far North, working alongside a team grounded in community connection and genuine care

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 Speech Language Therapist, you will provide safe and clinically effective patient assessment and intervention within the Guidelines for Expectations for Professional Practice (GEPP). You will deliver safe, effective and innovative care that is in person and whānau centred.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

The Adult Speech Language Therapy team is involved in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of difficulties with communication and swallowing in people over the age of 16. This role will provide inpatient and outpatient services at Kaitaia Hospital and in community settings across the Far North area. The 20 bed hospital has a general ward, maternity and emergency ward with all the supporting services, and provides a substantial community health service.

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About you

We are looking for an experienced Speech Language Therapist who builds strong, effective relationships and is committed to delivering safe, highquality, whānaucentred care. You will have the ability to demonstrate leadership and have a focus on quality improvement and show innovation in your clinical practice.

• Recognised tertiary qualification in Speech and Language Therapy
• New Zealand Registration and current annual practising certificate with responsible authority
• Membership with NZ Speech Language Therapists Association (NZSTA)
• Current NZ Full Drivers Licence
• Computer skills, including use of Microsoft Suite and relevant clinical programs
• Works effectively and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team

Previous experience in a rural setting would be beneficial, however is not essential to apply. Youll join a supportive multidisciplinary team where your expertise is valued, and youll have opportunities to grow your clinical practice while making a meaningful difference for people and whānau across the Far North.

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.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 8^th July 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews on NL-jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.