Manager, Speech Pathology
Remuneration: $117,544 - $120,393 per annum + super + salary packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Lvl 4
Location: Manning Base Hospital, Taree
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ536229
Applications Close: Sunday, 5th January 2025
The Speech Pathology team work collaboratively to create a positive team culture. You would be a valued and respected leader of the team, making an enormous impact on the health of the community. In this role, you will be accountable for leading an enthusiastic team of Speech Pathologists, organising and delivering effective assessment, diagnosis and management of patients at Manning Base Hospital.
If you are wanting to continue to develop your leadership and clinical skills within an acute hospital setting, this would be the perfect opportunity! With a unique and exciting clinical caseload in a skilled team, this role ticks all the boxes for someone looking for the next step in their career.
The Support:
We have an amazing team of Allied Health Professionals – Managers, Senior Clinicians and early career professionals who provide support and encourage each other to provide Excellent care. You will be supported in this role by the Director of Allied Health and Integrated Care as well as support from Allied Health managers across the area, and the network of Speech Pathologists within the LMNCS.
Where you'll be working:
The Manning Base Allied Health team are incredibly welcoming and love working together to ensure provide the best service for the community. As the manager of the Speech pathology team you would be working with experienced Speechies who are passionate about their patients and the community. This tight-knit team love getting together to learn, socialise and celebrate the achievements of the wider Allied Health team.
Manning Base Hospital serves the local communities of Taree, Forster, Tuncurry and the surrounding districts. Recent redevelopments have seen enhancements in the delivery of cancer care services, renal dialysis services, medical imaging services, a hospital car park reconfiguration, increased consultation spaces and a refurbished hospital main entrance. A further 190 Million for stage 2 will commence early in 2025. Manning Base Hospital has 180 beds with all the specialities you would expect of a Rural Hospital, providing you with a diverse mix of elective and emergency cases with support from our tertiary centre (John Hunter Hospital).
We have the perfect lifestyle; Beautiful Rivers, pristine beaches, lush green mountains, a thriving community full of various cultures, lower housing prices, and higher living standards.
About you:
Are you passionate about providing Speech Pathology services to the people of the Lower Mid North Coast? From the beautiful beaches of Forster to the mountain ranges and picturesque valleys and rivers.
- Positive, motivated and passionate about patient outcomes.
- Have an interest in evidence-based, innovative Speech Pathology practice.
- Loves working with diverse range professionals and is a dedicated leader with a can-do attitude.
- Able to develop great relationships with team members, working well with staff within and outside the Speech team.
- Has a strong work ethic and is keen to continue to develop their leadership skills
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.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 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 full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies
- This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) 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.
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Information for Applicants:
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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.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
