Speech Pathologist, Level 1/2

7 days ago

Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia NSW Health Full time
Speech Pathologist, Level 1/2 (Paediatric Focussed)

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Overview

This position qualifies for a Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (pro-rata part-time/temporary positions less than 18 months), and a recurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (pro-rata part-time), under the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. The scheme recognises the role key health workers play in delivering rural and remote health services and aims to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 1/2 (dependent on experience)

Remuneration: $73,427 - $104,753 + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ591822

Location: Broken Hill

What You'll Be Doing
  • Provide quality Paediatric (0-17yo) Speech Pathology assessment and treatment to patients in the Far West Local Health District (FWLHD), including outreach to towns.
  • Deliver services individually or in groups, face-to-face or virtually, in health services, community health centres, schools or consumers' homes.
What's On Offer
  • 5 weeks paid annual leave (pro-rata)
  • Salary packaging and living expense benefits (up to $9k) plus $2.6k for meals and entertainment
  • Novated Lease
  • Isolation and climate allowance
  • Corporate gym rates (YMCA)
  • Fitness Passport
  • A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance and wellbeing
About The Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to far west NSW communities. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across 9 health facilities in Broken Hill and surrounding towns. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Broken Hill

Broken Hill is a regional town with a diverse, historic and cultural character. It is a welcoming community with a relaxed country lifestyle and facilities typical of a regional hub.

How To Apply

To be considered, please address the selection criteria thoroughly:

  • Bachelor or postgraduate Speech Pathology degree eligible for membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
  • Evidence-based practice and critical thinking in paediatric and broader service provision, with ability to conduct generic adult services when needed.
  • Ability to plan, advocate for and coordinate client care within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and sharing expertise with colleagues.
  • Ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and families to improve outcomes.
  • Knowledge of quality improvement processes.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and proficiency with relevant software.
  • Valid unrestricted driver's licence for NSW/Australia.
Need more information?

Applications close: 18 September 2025. For role-related queries, contact Tracy Herlihy at Tracy.Herlihy@health.nsw.gov.au.

Equal Opportunity

NSW Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community are encouraged to apply.


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