Principal / Senior Speech Therapist

Singapore General Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore General Hospital invites an experienced Speech Pathologist to join our Speech Therapy Department. You will assess, diagnose, and treat patients with communication and swallowing difficulties across adult and paediatric populations, spanning ENT, Oncology, Neurology, and more.

You will contribute to clinical leadership, service development, and research initiatives while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Speech Pathology or Master of Science in Speech Pathology required.
• Min 4–6 years of clinical experience in a large acute hospital.
• Experience managing a diverse caseload across adult and/or pediatric populations.
• Eligible for registration with the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC), Singapore.
• Experience in supervision, teaching, or leadership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessment and management of speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based intervention plans.
• Manage complex clinical cases within acute and outpatient settings.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff and contribute to staff development.
• Participate in service development, quality improvement, and research initiatives.
• Provide education and training to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Undertake delegated operational and administrative responsibilities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Leadership/mentoring

Teaching experience

Education

Bachelor of Speech Pathology

Master of Science in Speech Pathology

Job description

As Singapore's oldest and largest hospital, Singapore General Hospital (SGH) is a leading tertiary healthcare institution renowned for clinical excellence and innovation. Our Speech Therapy Departmentprovides comprehensive assessment and treatment for adult and pediatric swallowing, speech, language, and communication disorders, including voice, stuttering, and head/neck cancer care.

About the Role

You will assess, diagnose, and treat patients with communication and/or swallowing difficulties across a broad range of medical specialties, such as ENT, Oncology, Neurology, Plastic Surgery, Respiratory Medicine, and Paediatrics. This role is suited for an experienced clinician. You will also be expected to contribute to clinical leadership, service development, and departmental initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessment and management of speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders
• Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based intervention plans
• Manage complex clinical cases within acute and outpatient settings
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic patient care
• Provide education and training to patients, families, and caregivers
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Undertake delegated operational and administrative responsibilities
• Mentor and supervise junior staff and contribute to staff development
• Participate in service development, quality improvement, and research initiatives
• Contribute to departmental and organisational goals through clinical and operational excellence

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor of Speech Pathology OR Master of Science in Speech Pathology
• Minimum 4–6 years of relevant clinical experience in a large acute hospital setting (more extensive experience required for Principal level)
• Demonstrated experience in managing a diverse caseload across adult and/or pediatric populations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in supervision, teaching, or leadership
• Eligible for registration with the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC), Singapore