Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 3

Remuneration $112,396.00 - $116,038.00 (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ574391
Applications Close: 12 June 2025
Vaccination Category: A

Are you a talented Speech Pathologist looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and passionate Senior Speech Pathologist who is ready for a new adventure. As the Senior Speech Pathologist, you will be able to create, lead and deliver crucial services to our regional Griffith communities. This is your opportunity to step into a position where you are in charge and no two days are the same. You will have opportunities to work within a range of settings, including our brand new, state of the art, Griffith Base Hospital.

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About the role:

Joining a high performing multidisciplinary team, you will support services for a range of clients including children, adults and their loved ones. You will be an integral piece of a collaborative, supportive and empowering team who play an essential role within our community.

As the Senior Speech Pathologist, you will be responsible for:

delivering comprehensive speech pathology services

leading a multidisciplinary team to optimise the health care and wellbeing of each client and their loved ones

supporting complex cases with a variety of challenges and considerations to navigate

To see all role requirements please review the position description.

About You

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

An in-depth understanding and ability to provide speech pathology services in a curious and empathetic way

Tertiary Qualifications and a Membership with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)

High level of professionalism with ability to work independently and as part of a large team

Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritise services where necessary

What MLHD offer:

$10,000 sign on bonus under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, and up to $10,000 each year.

Relocation Support: Assistance for interstate applicants to help you transition smoothly into our community

Professional Growth and Development: Access to ongoing training and education with clear pathways to advance with NSW Health

Health and Wellbeing: Comprehensive health and wellness programs for you and your family delivering comprehensive speech pathology services

How to Apply

Embrace the infinite opportunities to lead with compassion and make a lasting impact within our community. Contact Ellen McMaster, Acting Ambulatory Care and Allied Health Manager on 02 6969 5916 or [email protected] for a confidential chat.

Apply Online! Your application will require you to include a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are a good fit for this position.

MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal People and people from racial, ethnic, or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability.

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Selection Criteria

1. Hold a recognised degree in Speech Pathology with eligibility for practicing membership of Speech Pathology Australia (Yes/No – drop down questions)

2. Hold a current, unrestricted Class C drivers’ licence and be willing to travel for work purposes. (Yes/No – drop down questions)

3. Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with clients and families who may be resistant to speech pathology assessment and intervention, using client-centred and collaborative approaches.

4. Experience in coordinating community-based rehabilitation and/or case management for individuals with complex needs.

5. Proven ability to lead, implement, and evaluate quality improvement initiatives and service development activities, as well as to drive continuous quality improvement in collaboration with other team members.

6. Proven experience in managing complex and sensitive situations, including issues related to child protection, domestic violence, elder abuse, guardianship, and sudden loss or deterioration in client condition.