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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 05.03.27)
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 3
Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Blacktown & Mount Druitt Hospital
Where you'll be working
Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals are dynamic and growing health services within Western Sydney Local Health District, providing high-quality, person-centred care to one of Australia's most diverse communities. Join a collaborative and supportive Speech Pathology team committed to clinical excellence, innovation and continuous learning.
- Work across two busy and expanding hospital sites with varied and rewarding caseloads
- Join a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration and shared expertise
- Access ongoing professional development and opportunities to upskill across clinical areas
- Contribute to service improvement, research and education initiatives
- Be part of an inclusive workplace committed to exceptional patient outcomes and staff wellbeing
What you'll be doing
As a Senior Speech Pathologist, you will provide advanced assessment and evidence-based intervention for patients with communication and swallowing disorders, primarily across adult services, with paediatric service provision as required at the discretion of the manager. You will also play a key leadership role in supporting service delivery and developing the next generation of clinicians.
- Deliver high level speech pathology assessment and treatment across a broad range of clinical settings
- Provide supervision, mentoring and clinical support to staff and students
- Assist with service coordination, recruitment, policy development and student placements
- Participate in research, education and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes and ensure equitable access to services
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria
Selection Criteria
Requisition ID: REQ664379
Applications Close: 14th July 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Samantha Overton at [email protected]
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.
Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.
