Speech Pathologist Level 3 - Incentives Offered
Fast-track your career – join us as a Speech Pathologist!
Remuneration: $56.69 - $58.52 per hour + super + salary packaging + incentives
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Lvl 3
Location: Quirindi Community Hospital
Hours Per Week: 12
Requisition ID: REQ538234
Applications Close: Sunday, 8th December 2024
About the role:
This role will see you provide high quality clinical service to a wide array of patients, ranging from children through to adults. You will manage your own caseload, whilst also contributing positively to the wider multidisciplinary team.
Clinical supervision arrangements are available to support you, as well as access to the strong, well developed Northern Speech Pathology Network, which is further supported by a range of clinical working groups and continuing professional development activities.
You will actively case manage a range of clinical patient presentations and will have the unique opportunity to employ innovative strategies to support patient care, such as telehealth, outreach services, and peer support/shadowing. You will also supervise University students through our tertiary specialist clinic support.
This role will require you to work every Friday and every second Thursday.
Where you'll be working:
Known as the 'nest in the hills', Quirindi is located in the picturesque Liverpool Plains, less than an hours' drive from Tamworth. The town is surrounded by stunning landscapes and picture-perfect sunflower fields.
Our team are professional, experienced, and compassionate, with a strong commitment to working in line with our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. We are proud to promote an inclusive community and are passionate about supporting each other to succeed.
You will receive comprehensive orientation from the other speech pathologist in the role and will work alongside our broader team of allied health professionals. We have weekly catch ups as well as case management meetings for clients of concern, allowing you to gain advice from other experts in their field!
About you:
We are looking for a self-motivated and experienced speech pathologist. You should be a solid clinician with great communication skills and the ability to show initiative.
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. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Be rewarded with up to $20,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.* PLUS, Relocation benefits and family travel assistance
- 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
- You can access scholarships or grants to support your ongoing training and professional development Scholarships & Grants for Health Care Education & Training | HETI
Additional information:
- *Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position. All payments made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis. Check your eligibility here- Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. If you would like to discuss your eligibility or current circumstances further, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au
- 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 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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For role related queries or questions contact Eileen Harris on Eileen.Harris@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.
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.
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