Grade 2 Speech Pathologist Acute & Subacute Services
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Job Summary
Permanent / Full Time position
Fitzroy and Kew locations
Join a supportive and dynamic Speech Pathology team with excellent professional development opportunities
An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate Speech Pathologist to join the Speech Pathology team at St Vincents Hospital this role you will provide assessment and management for adults with communication cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders across a diverse range of acute and subacute clinical settings. You will have the opportunity to work across a variety of caseloads including Neurology Rehabilitation Critical Care Oncology General Medicine Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM) and @home services. Working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team you will deliver evidence-based Speech Pathology services that support positive patient outcomes and contribute to safe and effective transitions of care. You will also have opportunities to contribute to quality improvement research and service development while continuing to develop your clinical skills and professional expertise.
Classification: Speech Pathologist Grade 2 VW1-VW4 Grade 2 ($90235.60 - $103724.40) per annum.
You will:
Assess and manage patients with communication cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders across acute and subacute settings
Provide high-quality evidence-based Speech Pathology assessment and intervention
Develop and implement individualised treatment plans in collaboration with patients families and the multidisciplinary team
Work across a diverse range of clinical areas including Neurology Rehabilitation Critical Care Oncology General Medicine GEM and @home services
Ensure clinical practice aligns with departmental policies guidelines and current Speech Pathology Australia professional standards
Contribute to effective communication and collaboration across the multidisciplinary team
Participate in quality improvement research and service development activities
Contribute to a culture of learning reflective practice and continuous improvement
To be successful in this role you will have:
A Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) Bachelor of Speech Pathology Master of Speech Pathology or equivalent qualification
Eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia
Knowledge of Speech Pathology Australia position statements and the Code of Ethics
Strong communication organisation and interpersonal skills
A commitment to evidence-based person-centred clinical practice
The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
A current Victoria Police Check or willingness to obtain one
At St Vincents we are committed to supporting your professional development and wellbeing. Youll enjoy:
A monthly Accrued Day Off (ADO)
Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
Access to Fitness Passport providing access to an extensive network of fitness facilities
Regular professional development opportunities to support your career goals
A healthy work/life balance
Employee wellbeing initiatives events and programs
A supportive team environment and culture of continuous improvement
Convenient Fitzroy and Kew locations close to public transport cafés and Melbournes CBD
The Speech Pathology Department is committed to providing excellent Speech Pathology services to patients with communication and swallowing disorders across St Vincents Hospital Melbourne. Our highly skilled and dynamic team provides services across the continuum of care and across multiple campuses including St Vincents Hospital in Fitzroy and St Georges Health Service in Kew. We value collaboration shared learning and reflective practice with a strong focus on delivering evidence-based care and achieving meaningful outcomes for our patients.
St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching research and tertiary health service providing a diverse range of adult clinical services. Our work is guided by our values of Compassion Justice Integrity and Excellence and we are committed to providing outstanding patient care while creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for our people.
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. For further information about the position please contact the hiring manager. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be identified.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.Please visit our website for further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at St Vincents Hospital Melbourne.
St Vincents Health Australia has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. Successful applicants may therefore be required to meet relevant immunisation requirements including annual influenza vaccination.
Contact
Helen Leousis
At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming safe equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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