Speech Pathologist - South-East Melbourne Region

Empower Healthcare; Victoria; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

PD leave

Counselling support

Discount portal

Loyalty awards

Recognition program

Referral bonus

Indemnity insurance

Social catchups

Job summary

Empower Healthcare is seeking a Speech Pathologist to provide home-based speech pathology services across the South-East Melbourne region. You will assess and manage dysphagia, language, and speech while focusing on clients aged 65 and over in a person-centred approach.

You will work autonomously, prioritise tasks, maintain records, and deliver patient reports, collaborating with clinicians to create progressive care plans that promote independence and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree accredited by Speech Pathology Australia.
• Certified Practising Speech Pathologist status with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Recent National Police Certificate within the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality speech pathology services and programs including assessment and ongoing management of dysphagia, language, and speech.
• Work with individuals aged 65 years and over in a person-centred approach.
• Work autonomously to prioritise and complete tasks, maintain records, and provide patient reports.
• Collaborate with clinicians to develop innovative care plans that promote independence and wellbeing.

Skills

Driver's license

Own vehicle

Education

Speech pathology degree accredited by Speech Pathology Australia

Job description

Speech Pathologist - South-East Melbourne Region

• Supportive, innovative and people centric culture with fantastic benefits
• Ongoing training and professional development and Flexible working arrangements
• Part-Time and Full-Time available

Why you should join our Awesome Team!

The best outcomes for clients. The best outcomes for you.

Ultimate Flexibility

There's more to life than being stuck behind a desk, progress your career while achieving work life balance.

Unbeatable Incentives

On top of a generous remuneration and travel allowance, we have the best incentive scheme in the industry.

Unparalleled Support

Our employees say this is one of the best aspects of working at Empower. We are confident that our structured support programs will take your clinical capability and leadership skills to your full potential.

In addition to this, you will also have access to these amazing benefits:

• Parental leave
• Paid external professional development and study leave
• Free Counselling support through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount and benefits portal
• Loyalty service awards including vouchers, annual dinner and company sponsored holidays
• Quarterly Employee Recognition Program
• Lucrative referral bonus
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Regular social catchups

About the role

Empower Healthcare provides an innovative service model that focuses on improving people’s health and wellbeing and increasing their quality of life. Working in a supportive multidisciplinary team you will be responsible for the delivery of Empower Healthcare's speech pathology services to home care clients in the South-East Melbourne region.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver high quality speech pathology services and programs including assessment and on-going management of dysphagia, language, and speech.
• Work with individuals aged 65 years and over in a person-centered approach.
• Work autonomously to prioritise and complete tasks, maintain records, and provide patient reports.
• Work collaboratively with our clinicians to develop innovative and progressive care plans that aim to promote the independence and wellbeing of patients.

You will be provided with support from our home care team who will schedule your appointments and plan an efficient route.

About you

We are looking for someone that is passionate about making a difference in the lives of our people. You will have an enthusiastic and proactive attitude, be outcome focused and dedicated to delivering an exceptional service. You must have:

• A current Driver's license and own vehicle
• A speech pathology degree accredited by Speech Pathology Australia
• Certified Practicing Speech Pathologist status with Speech Pathology Australia
• A recent National Police Certificate within the last 3 years

If you are looking to work with a quality driven flexible organisation that supports their team and want to progress your career, then this role is perfect for you!

Our Story

At Empower Healthcare our purpose is to deliver exceptional care that positively impacts peoples' lives.

We have an impressive offering of services spanning Support at Home, NDIS and Residential Aged Care including Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Dietetics, Osteopathy, Massage, Speech Pathology, Allied Health Assistants and Nursing.With more than 180 exceptional clinicians across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, and Western Australia, we are changing lives.

Our commitment is to deliver exceptional care by expert clinicians with an aim to enhance independence and improve the quality of life of the people we care for. We are here to empower everyone to live their best life.

At our core, we believe that everyone deserves access to high quality Healthcare, regardless of their race, gender, ethnicity, age, or any other factor. We are committed to creating an environment that is welcoming and inclusive to all. We are dedicated to removing any barriers that may limit access to our services and to promoting diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.