Senior Speech Pathologist — Adult Dysphagia & Rehab

Healthcare Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthcare Australia seeks a Speech Pathologist to deliver services focused on dysphagia and communication disorders in adults, including the elderly. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment, and multidisciplinary collaboration to improve patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will hold a recognised degree in Speech Pathology, be registered with SPA, have Australian working rights, and complete mandatory checks, including the NDIS screening and vaccination requirements.

Qualifications

• Recognised tertiary degree in Speech Pathology.
• SPA registration.
• Full working rights in Australia.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check with certificate.
• COVID vaccinations and booster.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage swallowing and communication disorders in adults.
• Assess adults with swallowing/communication problems, set goals and implement programs.
• Complete administrative tasks including daily reports and handovers.

Skills

Dysphagia management

Adult swallowing disorders

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Speech Pathology degree

Job description

Healthcare Australia seeks a Speech Pathologist to deliver services focused on dysphagia and communication disorders in adults, including the elderly. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment, and multidisciplinary collaboration to improve patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will hold a recognised degree in Speech Pathology, be registered with SPA, have Australian working rights, and complete mandatory checks, including the NDIS screening and vaccination requirements.