Paediatric Speech Pathologist

Western Health; Melton; Hybrid; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Scholarships and grants

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Western Health in Victoria is seeking a Paediatric Speech Pathologist for a 0.6FTE part-time role split across Melton Community Health Services and the Child and Family Wellbeing Local (CFWL).

You will deliver assessments, short-term interventions, care coordination and family-centred care for infants, children and young people with communication, developmental and feeding needs, working within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Paediatric clinical skills and evidence-based practice.
• Family-centred, child-focused and culturally responsive approach.
• Excellent communication and time management.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team member.
• Well organised with commitment to continuous improvement and equity.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based speech pathology assessments and interventions for children with communication, developmental and feeding needs.
• Provide developmental assessments, short-term intervention and care coordination within the Child and Family Wellbeing Local.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, multidisciplinary teams and community partners to develop recommendations and care plans.
• Maintain high-quality clinical documentation, reporting and data management.
• Contribute to service improvement, professional development and quality and safety initiatives.

Skills

Paediatric clinical skills

Evidence-based practice

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Job description

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Division: Integrated Community Health Services

Program: Community Programs

Department: MH Paediatric Community Health

Enterprise Agreement: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sect

Job Function: Allied Health Professionals

Role Summary

• Location: Melton Health and Brimbank Child and Family Wellbeing Local Sunshine

• Employment Type: Part -time 0.6FTE

• Salary: Speech Pathologist Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About therole

The Paediatric Speech Pathologist is a member of the multidisciplinary paediatric team providing evidence-based assessment, intervention, care coordination and support for infants, children and young people with communication, developmental and feeding needs. The role is split across Melton Community Health Services and the Child and Family Wellbeing Local (CFWL), delivering family-centred care through paediatric clinics, developmental and autism assessments, short-term intervention, care coordination and collaborative service planning with partner agencies to improve outcomes for children and families.

Keyresponsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based speech pathology assessments and interventions for children with communication, developmental and feeding needs.
• Provide developmental assessments, short-term intervention and care coordination within the Child and Family Wellbeing Local.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, multidisciplinary teams and community partners to develop recommendations and care plans.
• Maintain high-quality clinical documentation, reporting and data management.
• Contribute to service improvement, professional development and quality and safety initiatives.

Aboutyou:

• Strong paediatric clinical skills and evidence based practice
• Family-centred, child-focused and culturally responsive approach
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Collaborative and effective multidisciplinary team member
• Well organised, adaptable and comitted to continuous improvement and equitable access to services

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach servicesto aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties includeoncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals:Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s),Footscray Hospital,Williamstown Hospitaland Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 24 September 2026

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Matthew Boyd [e-mail] or Helen Crean [e-mail]

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Western Health

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