Senior Speech Pathologist

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This is a Permanent Full Time Appointment.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service and is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. You may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. Referees may be asked to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Adverse information will be considered as part of the appointment process.

This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For information refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Please note that completion of a satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) is required. Any offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory PEHA. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer being withdrawn. See the WACHS PEHA Policy for details.

While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies within the health service. If the successful applicant declines or vacates the advertised vacancy, the next most suitable applicant may be selected. These options remain valid for twelve (12) months from the date the recruitment decision is endorsed.

Position Profile: Plans, implements and evaluates speech pathology services for clients within East Pilbara communities, including inpatient, outpatient, community, outreach services, and health promotion activities. Integrates speech pathology services within a primary health service delivery model as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Area Profile: The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, across a vast area. The organisation comprises seven regions with a network of public hospitals, health services and health centres across rural and remote Western Australia.

Employee Benefits: In addition to salary, benefits may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location-based allowances

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

For Further Job Related Information: Contact Elizabeth Starling on 08 9174 1303.

If you experience difficulties applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). Referees should ideally be a current supervisor or manager.

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria and provide a detailed curriculum vitae. Attach documentation during the online application. Lodgement is system generated; submissions after 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

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Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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