The Team:
The North West Speech Pathology team delivers inpatient, outpatient & community services across 2 hospitals, a community health centre and in people's homes to adults, children and babies who experience communication and swallowing difficulties.
The Role:
You will work with a caseload of adult inpatients and outpatients at North West Regional Hospital as well as paediatric outpatients (aged 0-4 years) in a community setting in Burnie or Devonport
There will be an opportunity to participate in regular professional development sessions as well as participate in regular group and individual supervision meetings
You will be involved in departmental planning sessions and quality improvement projects as well as have the opportunity to deliver education sessions to your colleagues
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania:
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed date.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $73,834 to $111,364 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Allowances:
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
* Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
* Tertiary qualification/program of study accredited by Speech Pathology Australia
* Eligible for membership with the Speech Pathology Australia
* Or where regulatory requirements exist, NDIS Q&S Commission Provider Registration Requirements
* Full member of Speech Pathology Australia
* Current Working with Children Registration
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
* Current Driver's Licence
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Application Close - Sunday 4 May 2025
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