Speech Pathologist Level 3 - Hunter Valley Community Health
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- Speech Pathologist
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- REQ567999 Requisition #
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- 8 hours ago Post Date
Make a real difference in rural health—join a supportive team, grow your career, and transform lives across the Hunter Valley.
Remuneration: $56.68 - $58.52 per hour + super
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Lvl 3
Location: Hunter Valley Community Health | Muswellbrook
Hours Per Week: 8
Requisition ID: REQ567999
Applications Close: Monday, 12th May 2025
We're looking for a passionate Speech Pathologist to join our dynamic multidisciplinary community health team. In this varied generalist role, you'll work within a team of five speech pathologists, delivering meaningful services across diverse settings. If you're seeking a collaborative environment where your work truly makes an impact—this is the place for you!
About the role:
This exciting role offers the opportunity to provide outreach services to the Merriwa and Denman Multipurpose Services, delivering vital assessment and intervention for both adults and children with swallowing and communication disorders. You'll also play a key leadership role—mentoring and supervising team members while contributing to innovative quality improvement projects.
The successful candidate will receive regular clinical supervision and strong professional support, ensuring you feel confident and connected in your role. You'll also have access to a range of professional development opportunities tailored to your interests and clinical focus, helping you grow and thrive in your career.
About you:
We are looking for a motivated, flexible speech pathologist who is committed to achieving outstanding outcomes for clients and thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment. The ideal candidate will be confident in independently managing a busy and varied caseload, bringing strong clinical skills, initiative, and a client-centred approach to their work.
Requirements:
- Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in speech pathology which provides eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
- Eligibility to drive in NSW.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Anita Bomann King on Anita.BomannKing@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
