Senior speech pathologist (lvl 3) - subacute team leader - perm ft/pt or temp ft/pt

Requisition ID: REQ669756

Employment Type: Permanent Full/Part Time or Temporary Full/Part Time, minimum 24 up to 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Campbelltown and Camden Hospital

Applications close: 28/06/2026

Contact: Sandra Norris - Speech Pathology Head of Department on 0438 421 568 | Sandra.Norris@health.nsw.gov.au

A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

Overview

This is an exciting new position for an experienced speech pathologist to join a supportive team leading and developing high quality services to adult sub‐acute inpatients and outpatients based at Camden Hospital. As a team leader and senior clinician, the role will manage inpatient/outpatient sub‐acute rehabilitation and community palliative care streams, handling communication and swallowing disorders including instrumental swallow assessments such as VFSS and FEES. The position will also lead service development, provide supervision and training to staff and students, engage with specialist multidisciplinary teams, and work on quality improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and manage the delivery of speech pathology services at Camden Hospital, including sub‐acute inpatient rehabilitation, adult outpatients, and community palliative care services.
• Provide clinical supervision to staff and students ensuring best outcomes for inpatient, outpatient, and palliative care caseloads.
• Conduct adult VFSS and/or FEES assessments and manage swallowing disorder cases.
• Lead service development initiatives, including planning, implementing, and evaluating local service delivery and quality improvement projects.
• Work across sub‐acute, acute inpatient, and outpatient clinical streams and across sites to meet the needs of both acute and sub‐acute caseloads.

Selection Criteria

• Bachelor of Applied Science in Speech Pathology (or equivalent) providing eligibility for full practising membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
• Advanced clinical knowledge and postgraduate experience in adult dysphagia and communication management across sub‐acute inpatient and outpatient settings, including rehabilitation and palliative care populations.
• Knowledge/experience conducting adult VFSS and/or FEES.
• Demonstrated leadership in planning, implementing, and evaluating local service delivery initiatives, using quality improvement processes and evidence‐based practice to enhance patient outcomes.
• Ability to lead a team and work independently, with experience supervising staff/students and contributing to a positive workplace culture.
• Possession of an Australian C‐Class driver's licence (including P1 or P2). Licences from other states must be converted to a NSW C‐Class licence within three months of appointment. Learner's licences are not permitted.

Benefits

• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full‐time and part‐time staff)
• One extra day off each month for full‐time employees
• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options such as long service and carers leave
• Access to learning opportunities through the dedicated Education and Organisational Development team
• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Confidential staff and family support via the Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience.

We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

Additional Information

• Vaccination Requirements: All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• Child Safe Employment: South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child‐safe environment and expects all staff and prospective staff to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well‐being of children and young people.