Job Advertisement: Grade 2 Speech Pathologist

Position Type: Ongoing & Fixed-term, Parental Leave Cover
Hours: 32 hours per fortnight Ongoing, 32 hours per fortnight fixed term
Working Hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, weekdays (with negotiable days based on availability)
Classification: Grade 2 Speech Pathologist, as per the Allied Health Professionals EBA, $74,499 – $85,634/annum dependent on experience

Are you an experienced Speech Pathologist looking to make a meaningful difference in patient care? Mildura Base Public Hospital is seeking a dedicated and motivated Grade 2 Speech Pathologist to join our dynamic Allied Health team. This role will be responsible for providing high-quality services across both acute and sub-acute settings, with a focus on outpatient services and, where necessary, inpatient services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive speech pathology assessments and interventions for outpatient and inpatient clients.
• Assist in the supervision and direction of Grade 1 Speech Pathologists, students, and allied health assistants.
• Contribute to service development and delivery in line with organisational goals.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, liaising with staff and community agencies to ensure continuity of care.
• Lead clinical roles for designated case types, ensuring evidence-based practices and quality patient care.
• Participate in clinical and non-clinical duties, including service planning, communication, and professional development.

Key Selection Criteria:

Essential:

• A Bachelor of Speech Pathology or equivalent qualification.
• Evidence of eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).
• Proven experience and clinical competence as a Grade 2 Speech Pathologist.

Desirable:

• Flexibility and adaptability in both autonomous and team-based environments.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Initiative and creativity in the provision of speech pathology services.
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and meeting deadlines.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive, professional, and dynamic environment where you can make a real difference in patient care. If you are passionate about speech pathology and looking for a rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.

Our People, Our H.E.A.R.T:
Our H E A R T values (Happy Empathetic Accountable Respectful Team Based) are so much more than words; they are the driving force behind what we do every day. These values are lived throughout the organisation across each department, role and location.

What MBPH has to offer you:

• Professional Development– including but not limited to the opportunity for eligible employees to access scholarships for postgraduate studies as well as specifically designed programs within MBPH for skill development
• A location centre of town reducing travel times
• Salary Packaging – Pay less tax
• On-site Café
• At MBPH, we continue to strengthen our focus on diversity, equity and inclusion practices. This is supported through our internal network of LGBTQIA+ Allies and organisational membership with ACON Pride in Diversity.
• Our membership with ACON Pride in Diversity shows our commitment to building an inclusive workplace.

How to Apply:
All applications must be lodged online by clicking on the ‘apply now’ button.

For a position description and to find out more about our wonderful Hospital, visit Mildura Base Public Hospital : Home (mbph.org.au)

For more information on the role you can contact:

Helena Freckleton - Allied Health Manager

[email protected]

Applications close: 20 March 2025