Speech Pathologist

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Job Description:

• Kew or Fitzroy
• Senior leadership opportunity
• Permanent Part Time 4 days per week, (32 hours per week)

The Grade 3 Subacute Speech Pathologist will provide high quality services and clinical leadership within the Speech Pathology department across rehabilitation and GEM wards at the Kew and/or Fitzroy campus. This position involves clinical expertise in subacute speech pathology management of patients with communicative and swallowing disorders. The role is key in supporting and mentoring Grade 2 and Grade 1 Speech Pathologists within the stream.

• Strong leadership and contributes to the strategic plan and vision of the department
• Assessment and management of patients in accordance with up-to-date knowledge of departmental clinical policies and currently accepted Speech Pathology Australia professional standards of practice
• Ensuring that speech pathology services provided are based on the latest available evidence
• Opportunities for training and development

Classifications for this position will range from classification range VW6 - VW9 ($102,091- $116,646 pro rata per annum).

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology), or Bachelor of Speech Pathology or equivalent
• Eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia and knowledge of Speech Pathology Australia position papers / Code of Ethics
• Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain
• At least 7 years' experience in adult Speech Pathology
• Highly developed interpersonal skills incorporating excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team, identify and build relationships with key stakeholders

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay
• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne's best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
• Culture of continuous improvement

The Speech Pathology Department is dynamic and supportive. Committed to providing high quality Speech Pathology services to patients with communication and swallowing disorders at St. Vincent's Hospital Melbourne. The Speech Pathology team provides services across the continuum of care, over multiple campuses. The department is located across the two main campuses: St Vincent's Hospital, Fitzroy and St George's Health Service, Kew.

St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Respectfully - No Agencies

For enquiries please contact:

Helen Leousis, Chief Speech Pathologist and Manager

Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.

Please visit our website for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

Closing Date: 20 September :59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan: We acknowledge the importance of a welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive work environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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