Speech Pathologist

PERMANENT PART-TIME SPEECH PATHOLOGIST

20HR/ WEEK OVER 3 DAYS

Hunter Valley Private Hospital seeks an enthusiastic Speech Pathologist to join our Allied Health team on a permanent part-time basis. The caseload is predominantly neurological, along with a range of other medical conditions, with delivery of service in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The successful candidate will become part of a dynamic and interdisciplinary Allied Health department, which seeks to provide our patients with high quality evidence based, consumer-centred care.

Hunter Valley Private Hospital is an 83 bed hospital. We provide a range of rehabilitation, surgical and medical services including palliative care and pain management. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to experience a varied clinical caseload across the acute and sub-acute setting

Position summary/Key Responsibilities:

·          Assessment and management of dysphagia & communication disorders

·          Provision of speech and language therapy for inpatient and day patient services (diagnoses of clients include neurological, general medical and surgical conditions)

·          Complete relevant documentation including the Functional Independent Measure (FIM)

·          Actively participate in case conference / progress meetings within the multi-disciplinary team

Essential Criteria:

·         Bachelor of Speech Pathology

·         Previous clinical experience in adult Speech Pathology medical and/or rehabilitation setting

·         Eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership

·         Demonstrated high level of verbal and written communication skills

·         Flexible, positive approach to work

·         Demonstrated ability to effectively and efficiently manage a caseload

·         Capacity to work as sole clinician

·         Demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to quality processes, and the application of evidenced based practice within speech pathology.

Desirable Criteria:

·         Experience working within a multidisciplinary team

·         Demonstrated willingness to learn

·         FIM accreditation

Applications Close: 4^th August 2025

For further enquires: Katie Monk - Senior Speech Pathologist 02 4944 3719    or 

                                     Kate Godfrey - Allied Health Manager, 02 4944 3774

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. Please include a cover letter and a CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.