Senior Speech Pathologist - Specialist Palliative Care

NSW Health; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 132,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health in rural New South Wales invites a Senior Speech Pathologist to join the Specialist Palliative Care Service. This permanent full-time position (38 hours per week) supports quality of life for patients with life-limiting illness through hospital, community and aged care settings, with telehealth-enabled consultations.

Based in Dubbo, Bathurst or Orange, the role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team and offers opportunities to impact care across the district.

Job description

Senior Speech Pathologist - Specialist Palliative Care

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 4
Remuneration: $131,585.00 - $134,775.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Dubbo, Bathurst or Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 15 Nov 2026 – 11:59pm

Senior Speech Pathologist – Specialist Palliative Care

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists to join a team promoting quality of life and dignity for those with a life limiting illness.

The Specialist Palliative Care Service are a dedicated multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with a life limiting illness across a number of care settings including hospital, community and residential aged care facilities. As a telehealth enabled District, the team provide consultations via a variety of modalities, including face to face and virtually.

The District-wide Specialist Palliative Care Service, includes a team of specialist nurses, Occupational Therapists, Dietitians, Social Workers and Medical Officers, this team is supported by Clinical Nurse Consultants, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator and Clinical Nurse Educator in Palliative Care. We also work closely with other care providers and services to support clients, their families and carers.

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A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Christine Symington, District Manager – Palliative Care Service on 0436 920 *** or at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD