Regional Acute Speech Pathologist - Flexible Locum

Globe Healthcare Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and accommodation support

Flexible contracts

Competitive hourly rates

Job summary

Globe Healthcare Pty Ltd is seeking a Locum Speech Pathologist to work across regional Victorian hospitals with a strong focus on adult inpatients and acute care. In this role you will assess and treat swallowing and communication disorders, managing a diverse caseload in a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates will have Grade 2 or Grade 3 experience, demonstrate autonomous clinical decision-making, and enjoy sharing expertise with junior clinicians.

Qualifications

• Experience in an acute hospital environment.
• Ability to manage adult dysphagia and communication impairment caseloads.
• Capable of autonomous decision-making in a fast-paced setting.
• Grade 2 or Grade 3 level experience preferred.
• Desire to support and share knowledge with junior clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and intervention for swallowing and communication difficulties in an inpatient setting.
• Manage a varied adult inpatient caseload across ED, ICU, medical/surgical wards.
• Support junior clinicians and provide clinical guidance as needed.

Skills

Acute hospital experience

Adult dysphagia

Communication impairment management

Autonomous practice

Mentoring juniors

Job description

Globe Healthcare Pty Ltd is seeking a Locum Speech Pathologist to work across regional Victorian hospitals with a strong focus on adult inpatients and acute care. In this role you will assess and treat swallowing and communication disorders, managing a diverse caseload in a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates will have Grade 2 or Grade 3 experience, demonstrate autonomous clinical decision-making, and enjoy sharing expertise with junior clinicians.