Speech Pathologist – Coffs Harbour, NSW

Healthcare Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthcare Australia is seeking a Speech Pathologist to provide services focused on communication and swallowing disorders among adults. The role involves working within a team to deliver evidence-based management and improved patient outcomes.

Applicants should have a recognised degree in Speech Pathology, SPA registration, and full working rights in Australia. Additional requirements include NDIS check and vaccinations. Healthcare Australia promotes equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in Speech Pathology; SPA registration.
• Full working rights in Australia.
• National NDIS Worker Screening Check with the online module certificate.
• Current season Influenza vaccination.
• COVID vaccinations and Booster.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat and manage swallowing and communication disorders in an adult population.
• Assess adults with swallowing and communication problems and determine management and goals.
• Undertake administrative tasks including daily reports and handovers.

Skills

Speech Pathology

Assessment & treatment

Education

Recognised tertiary degree in Speech Pathology

Job description

This is a rewarding and exciting role with a stimulating and varied caseload – a great opportunity for a Speech Pathologist with genuine interest in the treatment and management of communication and swallowing disorders (Dysphagia) amongst the elderly/ adult population.

Why Chose Healthcare Australia?

Healthcare Australia (HCA) – Allied Health is Australia’s leading provider of Allied Health services to the elderly.

• Collaborative Culture: At Healthcare Australia, we foster a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to healthcare. Our team of dedicated professionals, including dietetic specialists, physiotherapists, and pain management experts, work together seamlessly to provide comprehensive treatment plans and ensure the best outcomes for our patients.
• Professional Development: We strongly believe in continuous learning and growth. As a member of our team, you will have access to ongoing training, workshops, and conferences to enhance your skills and stay at the forefront of podiatry advancements.
• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We offer flexible scheduling options, allowing you to prioritise both your personal and professional commitments effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

You will provide Speech Pathology services which will result in improved care and outcomes for patients and contribute to efficient, effective, evidence based, multi-disciplinary patient management.

• Assessment, treatment and management of swallowing and communication disorders in an adult population.
• Ability to assess adult patients with swallowing and communication problems and determine appropriate management and advice and ability to formulate appropriate goals and implement programs for patients with communication problems of neurological origin.
• Undertake a range of administrative tasks including daily reports and handovers to all staff.

What you’ll need:

• Recognised tertiary degree in Speech Pathology
• SPA registration
• Full working rights in Australia
• National NDIS Worker Screening Check (with online NDIS Worker Orientation Module “Quality, Safety and You” certificate)
• Current season Influenza vaccination
• COVID vaccinations and Booster

Healthcare Australia is an equal opportunity employer.

We look forward to hearing from you!