Grade 1 Speech Pathologist

In this permanent  Grade 1 role based at Richmond Rehab you will be responsible for providing speech pathology assessment and management to inpatients and outpatients admitted with stroke and non-stroke neurological conditions as well as other conditions impacting on swallowing communication and cognition. You will be part of the supportive Speech Pathology and Dietetics team and report to the Manager Speech Pathology & Dietetics Epworth Continuing Care and Support Services (CCSS). You will be an active member of the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT).

If successful you will also have access to regular supervision monthly catch-ups with your peers and professional education opportunities.

You will make an impact by:

• Providing evidence-based assessment and management to patients experiencing swallowing communication and cognition challenges
• Demonstrating empathy and compassion while encouraging patients and family members/carers to participate in all stages of care
• Actively participating as a member of the department and wider MDT

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Compassion and a willingness to contribute to the multifaceted care of our patients
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment

Position Description        Inherent Requirements

Qualifications :

• Bachelor of Speech Pathology or equivalent degree
• Eligible for membership with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)
• Experience working with adults in a hospital setting
• Experience using a variety of language assessment tools and interventions
• An understanding of instrumental evaluations of swallowing (eg: VFSS/FEES)

Additional Information :

Why Join Epworth

At Epworth its a community.

Its the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient addition to this you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15900 pre-tax annually leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples people with disability mature-age and young job seekers members of the LGBTIQA community and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable inclusive and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to Make a Difference

To apply click the Im Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information about the role refer to the attached position description or contact Carly McKeough Manager of Occupational Therapy - Epworth Rehabilitation and Mental Health onor Simon OBryne Deputy Manager Occupational Therapy onor  / (03).

Please Note:  Applications are reviewed as received. Dont waitthis role may be filled before the closing date.

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It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare subject to reasonable exemptions that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all across race ability ethnicity gender age sexuality cultures and beliefs that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth we care.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time