Speech Pathologist

NSW Health; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health in Bathurst is recruiting a Speech Pathologist Level 1-2 for a permanent full-time role. The position focuses on paediatric services for children aged 0-8 years, with some ward cover and a diverse caseload.

You will join an experienced team and have opportunities to tailor your clinical focus to your interests and career goals. This role is ideal for early-career clinicians seeking growth in a supportive rural health environment, or experienced practitioners looking to relocate to

Qualifications

• Role focuses on paediatric speech pathology for children aged 0-8 years.
• Opportunity to tailor clinical caseload to interests and goals.

Responsibilities

• Primarily paediatric caseload with some ward cover.
• Work within an experienced team and develop skills across a range of experiences.

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 1-2

Remuneration: $79,419.00 - $113,301.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options )

Location: Bathurst , NSW

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 13 October 2026 – 11:59pm

About the role

A very rare and exciting permanent full time speech pathology role is available at Bathurst Community Health and Hospital.

The purpose of the position is primarily paediatric, with children aged 0-8 years being a priority. There is also some ward cover expected with the position.

The successful applicant will work within an experienced team. There are opportunities to tailor clinical caseload to career interests and goals, while providing a diverse range of experiences and skills.

This position would appeal to an early career speech pathologist, looking to further their skills in a supportive environment, or an experienced speech pathologist looking to live and work in Bathurst.

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• 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 (ongoing or temporary).
• 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
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