About the role

South West Healthcare's (SWH) Speech Pathology Department provides best practice services to groups and individuals of all ages, across a range of community and hospital programs.  Care is delivered as part of an established and progressive multidisciplinary team which includes a range of Allied Health, Nursing and Medical services.   

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Speech Pathologist to join our adult team. The successful candidate will primarily work across subacute ambulatory rehabilitation programs and provide clinical leadership to Grade 1 clinicians working across acute and rehabilitation units.  You will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team, clients and their families to undertake a range of assessments and therapy to achieve optimal client outcomes. You will support the development and maintenance of a high quality care environment and promote and participate in quality improvement activities and initiatives.

Position overview

• Part-time (12 hours per week), Fixed-term position until August 2025 (Parental leave)
• Warrnambool Campus
• Speech Pathologist Grade 2
• Salary Range: $88,467.60 - $101,691.20 pro rata , plus superannuation

What you bring

As a Speech Pathologist, you will have proven clinical and leadership experience working within the health sector, excellent verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated collaborative approach to multi-disciplinary care.  You will have a comprehensive knowledge of contemporary practice and passion for driving client centred care. 

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 22 September 2024. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 with the classification Speech Pathologist Grade 2

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check
• Current Immunisation status

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