Senior Speech Pathologist - Healthcarelink Support

Healthcarelink Support; Melbourne; Vor Ort; AUD 110.000 - 134.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

PD & conferences

Journal clubs

Company vehicle, laptop & phone

Flexible work arrangements

Interdisciplinary team

Zusammenfassung

Healthcarelink Support is seeking a Senior Speech Pathologist to join a collaborative team in Fairfield, VIC. You will manage a diverse clinical caseload across clinic, home visits, hospitals, and telehealth, while mentoring junior clinicians and upholding high clinical standards.

The role offers a senior level with flexible hours (part-time or full-time) and supportive professional development opportunities with a strong interdisciplinary approach.

Qualifikationen

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology and SPA registration are required.
• Experience with adults with complex communication needs is essential.
• Ability to mentor junior clinicians and support junior staff.

Aufgaben

• Provide comprehensive speech pathology assessments and evidence-based interventions for adults with complex communication needs.
• Manage a varied caseload across ABI, developmental disabilities, and complex mental health presentations.
• Deliver high-quality therapy to adults, with some work involving children 7+ and adolescents.
• Provide guidance, mentoring and supervision to junior clinicians.

Kenntnisse

Clinical reasoning

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring

Independent work

Case management

Ausbildung

Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology

Jobbeschreibung

Job title: Senior Speech Pathologist

Job type: Full time

Job setting: Clinic, home/ community visits, hospital, etc.

Salary offer: Up to $122k annually + super (depending on experience)

Location: Fairfield VIC

About the company:

Our client has been a trusted provider of speech pathology services in Victoria for over 30 years. They specialise in complex communication disorders related to developmental and acquired conditions. Their clients benefit from tailored, evidence-based therapy that prioritises real-world impact, functional communication, and community integration.

They value working in close collaboration with other respected allied health practices and are committed to interdisciplinary, consistent, and effective service delivery.

About the role:

Our client is seeking a Speech Pathologist to join their friendly, experienced, and highly supportive team. As a Senior Speech Pathologist, you will take on a diverse clinical caseload while also contributing to the development and mentoring of junior clinicians within the team. You will play an important role in maintaining high clinical standards, supporting best practice delivery, and contributing to the ongoing growth of the service.

Key responsibilities:

• Providing comprehensive speech pathology assessments and evidence-based intervention for clients with complex communication needs
• Managing a varied caseload across ABI, developmental disabilities, and complex mental health presentations
• Delivering high-quality therapy services to adults, with some work involving children aged 7+ and adolescents
• Providing clinical guidance, mentoring, and informal supervision to junior clinicians and new graduates
• Contributing to case discussions, care planning, and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Supporting clinical decision-making and promoting best-practice standards across the team
• Participating in service development, quality improvement initiatives, and professional learning activities
• Working collaboratively across multiple settings including clinic, telehealth, homes, community placements, hospitals, and justice environments

Benefits:

• Regular team meetings
• Access to PD, conferences, and research participation (we're proudly connected with Monash and Melbourne Universities)
• Weekly journal clubs and peer discussions
• A friendly, small team where your contribution is valued
• Flexible work arrangements – choose part-time or full-time
• Company vehicle, laptop, and phone provided
• Well-resourced office with assessments, therapy materials, and admin support
• A culture that encourages clinical interest areas, innovation, and autonomy

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology
• SPA registration
• Substancial experience with adults in complex communication needs
• Confidence working independently while supporting junior staff
• Strong interpersonal, organisational, and clinical reasoning skills
• Commitment to evidence-based, client-centred practice

You will be part of a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment that values shared learning, reflective practice, and client-centred care.