Speech Pathologist

1. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Speech Pathology with eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
2. Knowledge &/or experience with individual who have: hearing loss and/or communication difficulties; complex communication needs; paediatrics; and sensory or multiple disability.
3. Prior experience working with clients that have hearing technology.
4. Ability to work independently and to seek clinical advice as necessary and appropriate for safe clinical practice.
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
6. Experience providing training to speech pathology students, parents or professional groups.

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Indigenous Australians, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

As this is a “Category A” position, please refer to the Application Guide for vaccination requirements.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.  For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.

Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination is required for all NSW Health staff in line with the recent NSW Government Public Health (COVID-19 Vaccination of Health Care Workers) Order 2021 (including any amendments):

• Applicants are required to provide evidence of their first and second dose of a COVID-19 vaccination

If you have a medical reason and cannot be vaccinated:

A COVID-19 Vaccine Medical Contraindication form must be completed by a GP or Medical Practitioner.

An exemption to the Public Health Order requirements will only be considered if you are unable, due to a medical contraindication, to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

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For role related queries or questions contact Kylie Chisholm on Kylie.Chisholm@health.nsw.gov.au

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Applications Close: 06/02/2022