CRVCID704378
This is a recruitment pool for Permanent Full Time/Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time/Part Time and Casual appointments with the possibility of extensions and/or permanency.
We are looking for a Senior Speech Pathologist to join Peel Health Campus, a general hospital located in the City of Mandurah, 75 km south of Perth. The role involves assessing, diagnosing and managing communication and swallowing disorders for patients. The successful candidate will also advise and train staff, supervise Speech Pathology staff, and ensure practice aligns with Speech Pathology Australia Code of Ethics and SMHS policies.
Responsibilities
Provide speech pathology services to patients requiring assessment, diagnosis and management of communication and swallowing disorders.
Advise and train staff in relation to complex disorders and policy.
Plan, implement and evaluate patient safety and quality of care.
Supervise Speech Pathology staff and support staff in the unit/clinical area, coordinate duties and manage performance.
Ensure practice is in accordance with the Speech Pathology Australia Code of Ethics, Speech Pathology Australia Scope of Practice and SMHS policies and guidelines.
Qualifications & Experience
Valid working visa for fixed term appointments or Australian citizen, permanent resident, or visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia.
Extensive experience as a Senior Speech Pathologist.
Strong knowledge of communication and swallowing disorders.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate patient care and communicate with members of the multidisciplinary team.
Application Instructions Contact Sally-Ann Mace, Speech Pathologist Allied Health directly on
0400 837 930
if you have questions or need more information.
To apply, submit the following documents online: A copy of your current CV and a cover letter of 1–2 pages outlining:
How your previous experience and skills equip you to coordinate patient care and communicate with members of the multidisciplinary team within the hospital environment.
How you keep informed about developments and advancements in your clinical specialty.
What actions and steps at a senior level you take to implement your learnings in the delivery of services to the organization and coordinate with the team.
The names and contact details of two current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role.
Ensure all documents are ready to attach before applying online. You will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Employee Benefits
Career development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
Flexible working arrangements and leave arrangements.
Other professional and location-based allowances.
Eligibility To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed-term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
Diversity and Inclusion WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating discrimination. We encourage Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTI communities, and people with disability to apply.
Recruitment Pool The position is part of an extended recruitment pool. The panel will monitor applications and may place suitable applicants in a pool for appointments until 31/12/2026. Lodgement is system generated; any submissions on or after 4:00 pm on the closing date will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.
WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. A working with children check may also be required, along with a pre-employment health assessment. Referees may comment on integrity and past ethical behavior; adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered.
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