Location: Bunbury
Unit/Division: WACHS - South West > WA Country Health Service - South West - Bunbury Hospital
This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment until 19/01/2026 with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke-free environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health's Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. You may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. Referees may be asked to comment on your integrity and ethical behavior. Adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered during the process.
While this selection process will initially fill the vacancy, it may also be used for other similar vacancies within the health service. If the successful applicant declines or vacates the position, the next most suitable applicant may be selected from this process. These options are valid for twelve (12) months from the recruitment decision approval.
Job Share arrangements may be considered.
Position Profile: Plans and provides Speech Pathology services to in-patients and out-patients of Bunbury Hospital in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team.
Area Profile: Bunbury Hospital is an acute and specialist care facility focused on providing high-quality, compassionate health care services to Bunbury and the South West community of Western Australia. It has four specialty clinical directorates: Emergency and Mental Health; Surgical Services; Intensive Care, General and Geriatric Medicine; Paediatrics, Obstetrics, and Gynaecology. Supporting these are Allied Health and Community Services, and Operational Services directorates. As a public hospital, we work closely with partners to develop contemporary, person-centered care pathways to improve access to services closer to home. Bunbury Hospital is co-located with private facilities including St John of God Hospital, Genesis Radiation Oncology, Imaging Services, Dental Health, and PathWest at the South West Health Campus. We actively promote diversity and inclusion through initiatives aimed at employment and mentoring opportunities for all. More information is available at
Employee Benefits: In addition to a competitive salary, employees enjoy benefits such as:
* 11.5% employer-contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. Further information here .
* Access to salary packaging arrangements
* Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
* Flexible working arrangements
* Flexible leave arrangements
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at ).
For Further Job-Related Information: Contact Louisa Waters at .
If you experience difficulties applying online, please contact Employee Services at during business hours.
Application Instructions: Apply online at. Prepare a statement addressing the selection criteria and a detailed CV highlighting your experience and suitability for the role.
Ensure all documents are ready before applying, as the system submission is system-generated. Late or email applications will not be considered.