Speech Language Therapist

• Casual position - as and when required
  • Based at Tauranga Hospital
  • Free staff carparking and wellbeing support

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

Nau mai! We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at Hauora a Toi and live in the beautiful Bay of Plenty.

If you are a highly motivated Speech Language Therapist and you're looking for a great place to live for work life balance, then we want to hear from you!

This position is casual, casual being as and when required.

You will be based in Tauranga, with the potential opportunity to provide cover to our colleagues based in Whakatane.

About the Team/Service/ Location

You will work within a close team who provide speech language therapy services to both inpatients and outpatients in clinic and community settings.

For more information on living and working in the Bay of Plenty click here

About you

The position would suit a clinician with experience in the health sector working with adults or paediatrics.

You will need:

• Previous clinical dysphagia training would be advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of the use of informal and formal assessment tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work well within a team to achieve patient and whanau focused goals and a focus on evidence-based practice.
• Equity in support for Maori is a priority.

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 Maori, 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 12th January 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Careers, BP-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

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