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Speech Pathologist
Ipswich
Start a new journey with us! • Temporary Full-time opportunity for up to 6 months
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM650279_07 |
| Closing date | 05-Aug-2025 |
| Job duration | 6 months with possibility of extension |
| Contact person | Natalie Winter |
| Contact details | 07 3413 7521 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
This role is to deliver Speech Pathology services, appropriate with level of experience, across various caseloads as a member of a multidisciplinary team to patients/clients of the West Moreton Hospital and Health Service.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
- Provide evidence-based Speech Pathology clinical services (including assessment, planning, intervention and care co-ordination) to adult inpatients and outpatients with swallowing and communication impairments to facilitate positive patient outcomes.
- With increasing experience, apply increasingly independent clinical judgement to more complex clinical Speech Pathology decision making under the clinical practice supervision or professional guidance of more senior staff.
- Participate in the identification, development and implementation of research, quality and service improvement activities, and clinical evidence-based practice procedures and protocols that enhance the delivery of Speech Pathology services within West Moreton Health.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Contemporary knowledge and skills in the provision of Speech Pathology services for adults with a variety of swallowing and communication impairments.
- Excellent communication skills with clients, service providers and co-workers at all levels that enable the development of improved service delivery outcomes and effective relationships.
- Ability to initiate, plan, implement, and evaluate local service improvement and/or research initiatives.
- Proactive approach to own continuous learning / networking and shares information with the team to promote a learning environment.
- Effectively prioritises and manages own time to meet and exceed patient/client expectations, with an enthusiastic, calm and flexible approach.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
- Possession of a tertiary degree or equivalent in Speech Pathology is mandatory.
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community – Follow this link
Benefits
- 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Professional development
- Salary sacrificing options
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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WM650279_07 Speech Pathologist_RD (PDF, 197KB)
Role Description
Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
Information Package for Applicants
WMH Leadership Standards (PDF, 241KB)
Information Package for Applicants
