Speech Pathologist

Robinvale District Health Services; Robinvale; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Robinvale District Health Services in rural Victoria is seeking a Speech Pathologist to cover maternity leave on a full-time fixed-term contract from 4 January 2027 to 19 December 2027. The role involves assessment, intervention and education across community, schools, hospital and aged care settings.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, deliver outreach services and contribute to quality improvement initiatives, with a focus on Aboriginal and culturally diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Speech Pathology or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years' experience.
• Eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership.
• Experience across community health, schools, hospital and aged care.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Current driver's licence and ability to travel within communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech pathology assessment, diagnosis, management and treatment services for communication, literacy, feeding and swallowing difficulties.
• Deliver outreach services through flexible service delivery models, including individual and group therapy.
• Provide services across schools, community health centres, acute and aged care settings.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal client outcomes.
• Build strong partnerships with community organisations, service providers and consumers.
• Promote evidence-based practice and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Deliver training and education to staff, clients and community members.

Skills

Communication skills

Written and verbal communication

Organisational skills

Driving licence

Rural healthcare experience

Cultural diversity experience

Professional association membership

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology)

Job description

Full Time | 12-Month Fixed Term Contract

Commencing: 4 January 2027 to 19 December 2027

About the role

Robinvale District Health Services (RDHS) is seeking a passionate and motivated Speech Pathologist to join our Primary Care team on a full-time, fixed-term basis to provide maternity leave coverage from 4 January 2027 to 19 December 2027. This position is based in the heart of Northwest Victoria and offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference across rural and regional communities.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide speech pathology assessment, intervention and education services to people of all ages across a variety of settings, including community health centres, schools, hospitals, aged care facilities and clients' homes.

About RDHS

Robinvale District Health Services is a Multi-Purpose Service located on the Murray River, delivering a diverse range of healthcare services across a catchment of approximately 60,000 square kilometres. RDHS provides outreach services to communities throughout Victoria and New South Wales and is committed to improving the health, wellbeing and strength of our communities through leadership and innovation.

About the Role

The Speech Pathologist will:

• Provide assessment, diagnosis, management and treatment services for communication, literacy, feeding and swallowing difficulties.
• Deliver outreach services through a range of flexible service delivery models, including individual and group therapy.
• Provide services across schools, community health centres, acute and aged care settings.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal client outcomes.
• Build strong partnerships with community organisations, service providers and consumers.
• Promote evidence-based practice and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Deliver training and education to staff, clients and community members.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years' experience.
• Eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Broad clinical experience and sound knowledge of community health services.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and workload management skills.
• Current Drivers licence
• Experience in rural healthcare.
• Experience working with Indigenous and culturally diverse communities.
• Membership of a relevant professional association.
• Strong community engagement, facilitation and relationship-building skills.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.
• Diverse clinical caseload across community, hospital and aged care settings.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a tangible impact in rural and regional communities.
• Salary and conditions in accordance with the Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Health Sector) Single Interest Agreement 2021-2026.

Employment Requirements

The successful applicant will be required to provide:

• Current Police Check.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Evidence of required vaccinations in line with RDHS policies and public health directives.

For further information about the role, please contact:

Robinvale District Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion and cultural safety in the workplace.

RDHS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we meet upon and pays respect to their Elders, past and present. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.