Speech Pathology

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 1/2

Location: Across NBMLHD

Remuneration: $ $52.83 per hour

Requisition ID: REQ612604

Applications Close: 12/04/2026

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region.

We are seeking dynamic and adaptable Speech Pathologists to join our short term staff pool. This role involves delivering high quality, evidence based Speech Pathology services at various locations within the NBMLHD. You will be responsible for managing a clinical caseload, maintaining clear and accurate documentation in line with service requirements, and responding flexibly to the needs of the service. The ideal candidate will be comfortable accepting work at short notice and able to travel across various locations within the district, depending on the contract offered. You'll need to quickly adapt to new work environments and demonstrate a commitment to responsive, client centred care. Flexibility in working hours is available, with both full time and part time arrangements negotiable for the fixed term of up to 13 weeks.

Join us in making a meaningful impact across our community. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional care and thrive in a flexible, fast paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.

For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.

What you will bring to the role

• Diploma or degree in Speech Pathology, eligibility for practising membership of Speech Pathology Australia
• Recent post graduate Speech Pathology clinical experience in a hospital and/or community health setting
• Experience in the independent management of a wide range of adult and/or paediatric swallowing and communication disorders
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and independently
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to new environments quickly and recognise when to seek advice
• Current Driver's Licence and willingness to use for work purpose travel

Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.

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