Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $76, $108,943.12 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Applications Close: 20 January 2026 – 11:59pm
Speech Pathologist
Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol, Bloomfield
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for a Speech Pathologist to join our inpatient Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol (MHDA) service at Bloomfield Hospital. This is a highly rewarding and varied role, offering exposure to a complex and diverse caseload across Acute, Rehabilitation and Secure units.
The successful applicant will be the sole Speech Pathologist dedicated to MHDA, working with a high level of autonomy while being well supported through close links with the acute general hospital Speech Pathology team located on the same campus. This role is ideal for a clinician who enjoys clinical challenge, interdisciplinary collaboration and the opportunity to shape service delivery.
Key responsibilities include;
* Communication and swallowing assessment and management for adults with complex mental health, neurological and medical comorbidities.
* Management of presentations including cognitive-communication impairment, dysphagia, speech and language disorders, social communication challenges, and functional communication needs.
* Delivery of individual and group-based interventions, including rehabilitation-focused and functional skills groups
* MDT collaboration.
* Contribution to risk assessment and management, care planning and discharge planning.
* Education and consultation to colleagues to support communication access and safe swallowing.
* Participation in service development, quality improvement and clinical governance activities.
This position is permanent full time and would suit a candidate that has experience or a strong interest in Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol, complex medical or inpatient settings. The ideal candidate will demonstrate confidence working with highly complex presentations, value MDT collaboration whilst being comfortable working independently, be a strong communicator, and advocate for person-centred care.
This position offers a unique highly specialised caseload not often available in traditional speech pathology roles. There is strong professional support and supervision and opportunities for professional development, upskilling and service innovation.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
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Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD's Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:
* Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
* Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
* Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
* Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program
The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information
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To apply for this role:
* Click 'Apply'
* Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
* Upload your current resume
* Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Teagan Middleton, Speech Pathologist on or at for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
* All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
* This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
* Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
* Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
* Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
* To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
* For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD