Speech Pathologist

Speech Pathologist - Multiple Positions & Sites

• Casual, Permanent, Fixed term, Part-Time & Full-Time opportunities available

• Grade 2 and 3 roles | Roles starting between December and February

• VW1-VW9 dependent on experience | Excellent entitlements

• Acute, Subacute and Ambulatory roles | Cafes on-site

• Strong supervision provided & PD opportunities | Friendly team

• Generous salary packaging options; ADOs for full time staff

Are you a qualified & passionate Speech Pathologist looking for a new challenge? Join us at Eastern Health

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is "Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts".

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the role

Eastern Health is seeking passionate and motivated Grade 2 and 3 Speech Pathologists to join our Allied Health teams across acute, subacute and ambulatory services. In this role, you will provide high-quality, patient-centred assessment and therapy services, collaborating closely with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to establish goals and optimise outcomes. As a Grade 2 or 3 clinician, you will also play a key role in supervising and mentoring junior staff and students, contributing to a culture of learning and professional excellence. The position offers scope to participate in research, teaching, and quality improvement initiatives, while representing the Speech Pathology discipline within the broader health network. Whether your interests lie in acute care, rehabilitation, or community-based services, Eastern Health provides a supportive and inclusive environment with opportunities for professional growth and career development.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Eligibility for practising membership with Speech Pathology Australia
• An established track record of highly developed interpersonal skills
• A strong commitment to high quality care
• Ability to set relevant rehabilitation short term goals with your clients
• The ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here

• Mentor and Shadowing program

• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites

• Study and professional development leave

• Friendly & supportive teams

• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• Fitness Passport for work-life balance

• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones

• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements

• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme

• Access to Private Health Insurance offers

• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training

• Cafes at all of our Hospitals

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability - within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.

• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.

• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.

• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.

• Advertising may end before the closing date.

• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

If you are an Allied Health professional (Physiotherapist, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist, etc.) - Email for us to assist in finding you opportunities

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**

Please click here for a general grade 2 Position Decription

Please click here for a general grade 3 Position Decription

*On appointment you may be provided a speclialised PD in line with your role

Contact Person: Molly McLean, Talent Acquisition

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Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on Option 1)

Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process

Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day