Level 4 Speech Pathologist

Applications are invited from experienced Speech Pathologists to join the admitted Speech Pathology team. The Level 4 Speech Pathologist is a senior position in the admitted team who provides clinical leadership, expertise and education to the admitted Speech Pathology team. The level 4 Speech Pathologist will have a breadth of knowledge and expertise in general practice such that they provide a consultancy service on a range of clinical areas within their discipline. Availability to work weekends, in a set shift capacity and/or as part of a team roster is essential. We are actively seeking candidates who meet the following requirements to apply for this exceptional opportunity, please outline evidence of this in your application.

• Demonstrated current clinical knowledge, expertise and advanced skill in the management of adult dysphagia and communication disorders within a healthcare setting with evidence of leadership within a clinical environment.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and skills in advanced practice areas of Speech Pathology such as tracheostomy, laryngectomy, Fibreoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallow (FEES), and/or videofluorosocopy
• Proven experience in leading, initiating, and completing clinical quality initiatives, service evaluation and/or research.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate, inspire, and guide teams and individuals
• Extensive experience in clinical teaching and supervision for students and allied health staff.
• Experience in coordinating and/or facilitating in-servicing at a department level.
• Proven ability to build networks and collaborate effectively across a variety of team at an organisation network level internally and externally

Employment Type: This is a permanent, part-time (32 hours a week) opportunity.

For further details, please refer to the Position Description or alternatively contact Jennifer Lepkhammany at Jennifer.Lepkhammany@awh.org.au for a confidential discussion.

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women's and children's, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

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