Professional Leader in Speech Language Therapy

Overview Based across Waikato District. Fixed term parental cover 0.5FTE opportunity to increase to include clinical FTE. Leadership opportunity: Influence professional practice while supporting the team to thrive. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. About the Role An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Speech Language Therapist to provide professional leadership for the Speech and Language Therapy Profession at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato. The leadership position is responsible for Speech Language Therapy workforce development and liaison with the Allied Health Manager to ensure high quality patient care and equity‑focused outcomes. The successful applicant will facilitate consistent standards of practice amongst Speech Language Therapists, ensure effective use of evidence‑based, safe and competent practice, and support managers on issues related to the Speech Language Therapy profession, driving innovation in care delivery while articulating the value of the Speech Language Therapy Profession. About the Team You will join a team of Allied, Scientific & Technical Professional Leads who are committed to improving health outcomes and equity across the Waikato District, working in close partnership with operational leads. You will also work closely with regional and national professional lead colleagues and a range of clinicians both internal and external, so you will need to maintain excellent working relationships with these groups of people. About Hamilton Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city located along the Waikato River. It offers nature and culture, including Hamilton Gardens, the Waikato Museum, the Hamilton Zoo, cafes, restaurants, bars, and events such as rugby, cricket, and the National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. For information on living and working in Waikato, click here. About You You are a NZ Registered Speech and Language Therapist with relevant experience who thrives both autonomously and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. You will have a strong clinical background, be self‑motivated, a strategic thinker, an excellent communicator, and a team player with a commitment to equity and improving health outcomes for the community. New Zealand Registered Speech Language Therapist. Minimum 5 years clinical experience. Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action. A proactive, collaborative approach to leadership and service improvement. Strong communication and influencing skills. Full current NZ driving licence. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce to better understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply, please apply online or via the Waikato Careers website. All applications must be submitted through the online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 5 July 2026. For questions about the role, contact Ekeraam Jones at [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr