Speech Pathologist

Healthscope; Newcastle; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare facility is seeking a permanent part-time Speech Pathologist to assess and manage communication disorders. The role involves providing therapy to inpatients and day patients, along with case management in a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Speech Pathology with previous clinical experience, excellent communication skills, and a flexible work approach. Applications close 4th August 2025.

Qualifications

• Previous clinical experience in adult Speech Pathology medical and/or rehabilitation setting.
• Eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership.
• Flexible, positive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and management of dysphagia & communication disorders.
• Provision of speech and language therapy for inpatient and day patient services.
• Active participation in case conference / progress meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical assessment

Caseload management

Education

Bachelor of Speech Pathology

Job description

PERMANENT PART-TIME SPEECH PATHOLOGIST

20HR/ WEEK OVER 3 DAYS

Hunter Valley Private Hospital seeks an enthusiastic Speech Pathologist to join our Allied Health team on a permanent part-time basis. The caseload is predominantly neurological, along with a range of other medical conditions, with delivery of service in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The successful candidate will become part of a dynamic and interdisciplinary Allied Health department, which seeks to provide our patients with high quality evidence based, consumer-centred care.

Hunter Valley Private Hospital is an 83 bed hospital. We provide a range of rehabilitation, surgical and medical services including palliative care and pain management. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to experience a varied clinical caseload across the acute and sub-acute setting

Position Summary/Key Responsibilities

• Assessment and management of dysphagia & communication disorders
• Provision of speech and language therapy for inpatient and day patient services (diagnoses of clients include neurological, general medical and surgical conditions)
• Complete relevant documentation including the Functional Independent Measure (FIM)
• Actively participate in case conference / progress meetings within the multi-disciplinary team
  
  

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor of Speech Pathology
• Previous clinical experience in adult Speech Pathology medical and/or rehabilitation setting
• Eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership
• Demonstrated high level of verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible, positive approach to work
• Demonstrated ability to effectively and efficiently manage a caseload
• Capacity to work as sole clinician
• Demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to quality processes, and the application of evidenced based practice within speech pathology.
  
  

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated willingness to learn
• FIM accreditation
  
  

Applications Close: 4 th August 2025

For further enquires: Katie Monk - Senior Speech Pathologist 02 4944 3719or

Kate Godfrey - Allied Health Manager, 02 4944 3774

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. Please include a cover letter and a CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.