Speech Pathology Manager

GV Health; Victoria; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentives

Accommodation support

Relocation concierge service

Free community connections program

Staff parking

Professional development

Job summary

Goulburn Valley Health invites applications for an experienced Speech Pathology Manager to lead and shape the regional Speech Pathology service. This permanent full-time role offers clinical governance, operational leadership and strategic direction across multiple care settings, with mentoring and leadership development opportunities.

You will influence patient flow, service innovation and workforce development while maintaining an appropriate clinical caseload.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical Speech Pathology experience.
• Demonstrated leadership capability or readiness to step into a management role.
• Experience supporting service improvement, patient flow, workforce development and clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Speech Pathology service and shape its future across acute, subacute, outpatient and specialist programs.
• Provide clinical governance, operational leadership and strategic direction.
• Support patient flow and outcomes while maintaining an appropriate clinical caseload.
• Collaborate with Allied Health leadership and Divisional Operations Director.
• Drive service development and workforce planning across the region.

Skills

Strong clinical expertise

Leadership capability

Service improvement

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology

Job description

Reference Number: 2540 Job Title: Speech Pathology Manager Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Hours per Fortnight: 80 Classification: Speech Pathologist Manager Grade 3B - 4B (MI88 or AH28) Location: Graham Street Closing date: 25/11/2026

Relocating to our region: Relocation incentives may be available to the successful applicant for this role, including relocation & accommodation support.

• Intrastate (over 100kms) - up to $2,500
• Interstate - up to $5,000
• Overseas - up to $8,000

Accommodation Support: Up to $350 per week up to 10 weeks; or 10 weeks interim GVH Accommodation (if available) +Connection to a FREE 1:1 relocation concierge service supporting all aspects of relocation.

About the Role

Lead, influence and shape the future of Speech Pathology services across one of Victoria’s large regional health services. Goulburn Valley Health is seeking an experienced Speech Pathologist to lead our Speech Pathology service and make a meaningful contribution to healthcare outcomes across the region. This permanent full-time leadership opportunity offers the chance the drive service innovation, support workforce development and influence strategic direction across acute, subacute, outpatient and specialist programs. You will provide clinical governance, operational leadership and strategic direction, whilst supporting patient flow and improving outcomes across the care continuum, and maintaining an appropriate clinical caseload as required. You will be supported by a highly collaborative Allied Health leadership team and work closely with the Divisional Operations Director and fellow Allied Health Managers. We are committed to developing clinical leaders and provide access to mentoring, formal leadership programs and professional development opportunities to support your continued growth and success in the role. There is also relocation assistance and initial accommodation support to help your move, and other supports to help you settle into the region This role provides a unique opportunity to influence Speech Pathology services across the continuum of care. You will lead service development, workforce planning, clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives that directly impact patient outcomes across our region.

About you:

• Strong clinical Speech Pathology experience
• Demonstrated leadership capability or readiness to step into a management role
• Experience supporting service improvement, patient flow, workforce development and clinical governance
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A collaborative and patient-centred approach to leadership
• Commitment to team and self-development

Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology
• Eligibility for Certified Practicing membership (Speech Pathology Australia)
• Current driver’s licence

Why join us?

• Lead a highly valued and established Speech Pathology service
• Join one of Victoria’s large regional public health services
• Be supported by an experienced and collaborative Allied Health leadership team
• Partner closely with the Divisional Operations Director and multidisciplinary leaders
• Access mentoring, leadership development programs and professional growth opportunities
• Drive service innovation and influence strategic direction
• Enjoy a broad and varied scope across acute, subacute, outpatient and specialist services
• Benefit from an affordable, family-friendly regional lifestyle with no metropolitan commute

Our benefits:

• Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to your community
• Generous salary packaging , subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
• Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
• A confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your loved ones
• Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

Safe, respectful and inclusive workplace:

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQA+, who have different abilities, or is from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. GV Health has a zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment, sexual harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to fostering a psychologically safe workplace that supports the health, safety and wellbeing of our people. We are also committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment requirements:

Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes.

GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.

About GV Health: Goulburn Valley Health is the main health service in our region. Services include; a 24-hour Emergency Department, Surgery, Medical, Women’s and Children’s, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care, Mental Health, Outpatients, community-based health programs and services at Tatura, Rushworth and Euroa. With more than 3,000 staff, we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance the patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and supporting workforce flexibility. Visit https://www.gvhealth.org.au/ to learn more. Our region: Centrally located in Regional Victoria, Greater Shepparton is the ideal place to call home. A well-rounded lifestyle that is hard to beat, with a vibrant and progressive community that offers the best of both provincial and metropolitan lifestyle in one of Victoria’s most liveable regional cities. Home | Greater Shepparton: Great Things Happen Here