Senior Speech Pathologist

Senior Speech Pathologist (Permanent, Full-Time) Tasmanian Health Service, South Are you a Speech Pathologist looking for your next adventure — or maybe just a workplace where the coffee is strong, the team is friendly, and your professional growth is genuinely supported? We’ve got just the role for you. We’re inviting applications for a Senior Speech Pathologist to join our collaborative and welcoming team at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH). This is a great opportunity to step into a senior clinical role within a department that values curiosity, kindness, excellence and a good laugh. About the Role You’ll be part of a team of around 25 Speech Pathologists working across a variety of clinical areas. Whether you’re already experienced in a particular specialty or keen to broaden your scope, we’ll provide all the training, supervision, and support you need to feel confident and capable. We know starting something new can be daunting — so we’ve built a culture where asking questions is encouraged, learning is continuous, and no one expects you to know everything on day one (or even day two). What We Offer - A senior clinical role in a team that’s serious about care, but not too serious about itself. - Structured support to help you develop new clinical skills, including supervision and peer mentoring. - Opportunities to contribute to service development and take on leadership responsibilities. - Involvement in mentoring junior staff and students from the University of Tasmania. - Generous professional development support, including a PD budget, paid travel to relevant events, and access to supervision. - A central location near Hobart’s waterfront — with excellent donuts, world‑class pinot noir, and sunsets viewed from Kunanyi / Mount Wellington that make even the busiest days feel worth it. What We’re Looking For - Experience in Speech Pathology, with a willingness to keep learning. - A commitment to evidence‑based practice and collaborative care. - Enthusiasm for mentoring and leadership. - Alignment with our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (CARE). - Position is based at the Royal Hobart Hospital, Tasmania’s tertiary referral centre and major teaching hospital. Details of Appointment Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. Hours are negotiable with the successful applicant. Applicants note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies. Salary $110,425 to $121,907 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.2 of 2022. Salary Packaging You’ll have access to a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, plus other eligible benefits. Allowances - Professional Development Allowance up to $1,000 per annum. Benefits available to eligible candidates - A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support. - Fitness Passport – You and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family. - More information about our Employee Benefits can be found at our internal portal. Eligibility - Tertiary qualification/program of study accredited by Speech Pathology Australia. - Eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia. - Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria. - Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for pre‑employment check details. Contact For more information or to apply, please contact Ruth Best, Discipline Lead – Speech Pathology Services, at (03) 6166 8434 or ruth.best@ths.tas.gov.au. (Use the "Apply" button on the Careers portal.) EEO Statement We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities, as part of our commitment to respect diversity, trust and collaboration. #J-18808-Ljbffr