Acute Speech Pathologist |SALHN

Southern Adelaide Local Health Network
Bedford Park, SA
A$67,466-$110,094 p/a
Healthcare & Medical → Speech Therapy
Full-time
On-site

Posted 9 days ago


  • Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Finders Medical Centre & Noarlunga Health Service - Speech Pathology
  • Salary $67,466 - $100,729 p.a. (pro rata) AHP1 - AHP2
  • Salary $102,641 - $110,094 p.a. (pro rata) AHP3
  • Multiple Ongoing, Term Contract and Casual Opportunities available

Your chance to join the Speech Pathology Team with the largest Health Care Provider in the South!

About the Roles:

The Southern Adelaide Local Health Network (SALHN) is a leading provider of Healthcare Services across multiple healthcare facilities including Flinders Medical Centre and Noarlunga Health Services. Our Speech Pathology Service is integral in our aim to optimise healthcare outcomes for patients in our community.

SALHN have opportunities available for professional AHP1, AHP2 and AHP3 Speech Pathologists to join our highly diverse and experienced team. Details of what the roles include:

  • Providing assessment and treatment of acute adult inpatients and outpatients.
  • The ability to rotate though a series of clinical services with an opportunity to develop a variety of clinical skills and knowledge.
  • The chance to assist in the provision of training and supervision of undergraduate speech pathology students.
  • The chance to actively contribute to the provision of high quality, evidence based patient services through assisting in the planning and implementation of service improvement programs.
  • Outstanding chance to advance your career with vast growth capacity and learning opportunities.

Successful applicants will receive a thorough induction and orientation, and regular on-going clinical supervision.

About you:

  • Willing to embrace reflective practice and take ownership of theoretical and clinical skill development.
  • Willingness to undertake further study/research in the area of specialised acute adult disorders of swallowing or communication.
  • Appropriate degree in Speech Pathology or equivalent qualification which gives eligibility for full membership of the Speech Pathology Association of Australia.
  • Demonstrated competency in Speech Pathology assessment and treatment techniques.
  • Demonstrated competency in the clinical management of a broad range of conditions.
  • Ability to initiate and lead change that results in improved outcomes and facilitates continuous quality improvement.

Please see the attached Role Descriptions for additional information.

Want To Know More? Contact: Carlie Mathers, Speech Pathology Manager - Acute, on (08) 8204 3007 or [email protected]

Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Friday 8th August 2025

Attachments:

  • 864246 AHP1 Speech Pathologist - Role Description.pdf
  • 864246 AHP2 Speech Pathologist - Role Description.pdf
  • 864246 AHP3 Speech Pathologist - Role Description.pdf
  • Australian applicant guidelines
  • International applicant guidelines

Applicant Information:

  • In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits. Watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
  • The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
  • Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
  • SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 864246

About Southern Adelaide Local Health Network

Bedford Park, SA, Australia

Southern Adelaide Local Health Network (SALHN) is a major employer in the southern Adelaide suburbs with over 8000 staff providing high quality patient care, education, research and health promoting services to the community.

SALHN provides excellent quality care to the southern community. There are new and modern facilities ensuring patients and staff have access to the highest quality services in the local community.

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