Senior Speech Pathologist Opportunity
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Northern Beaches Hospital is seeking an experienced and skilled Speech Pathologist to join our multidisciplinary team. This exciting opportunity will provide the successful candidate with the chance to make a positive impact on patient care and contribute to the growth and development of our hospital.
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The ideal candidate will possess extensive clinical knowledge and experience in assessment and treatment of adults with swallowing and communication disorders in the acute setting, including experience as a Level 2 Speech Pathologist or higher. Additionally, they will have demonstrated ability to work autonomously with independent professional judgment and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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Key Responsibilities:
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* Assessment and Intervention: Providing professional, evidence-based, high-quality speech pathology assessment and intervention to patients with swallowing and communication disorders.
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* Relationship Building: Developing positive working relationships with Medical Officers, Nursing Staff, Allied Health Professionals, and other staff members to ensure effective collaboration and communication.
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* Education and Quality Improvement: Participating in and providing educational support to patients and their significant others, supervision, quality improvement, and professional development initiatives.
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* Workload Management: Demonstrating ability to prioritise and manage workload demands, meet deadlines, and complete activities within scope of practice.
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Requirements:
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* Extensive clinical knowledge and experience in assessment and treatment of adults with swallowing and communication disorders in the acute setting, inclusive of experience as a Level 2 Speech Pathologist or higher.
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* Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with independent professional judgment and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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* Experience in development, leadership, and implementation of quality improvement projects.
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* Previous supervision/leadership experience.
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* Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills across all levels.
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* Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice.
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Benefits:
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* Our OneHealthscope Rewards Program offers a range of wellness benefits, discounted Healthscope services for you and your family, salary packaging, and more.
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* Discounted onsite parking at Northern Beaches Hospital and access to Fitness Passport.
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* Wellness benefits including a wide offering of holistic support through our Employee Assistance Program and free services including medical examination of employees and discounted Healthscope services for permanent Healthscope employees and members of their immediate family.
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* OneHealthscope rewards program with national deals and discounts for travel, health insurance, and banking offers.
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* Variety of leave options.
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* Salary packaging that includes additional superannuation, Novated motor vehicle lease, and Airline/Club membership.
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Further Information:
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For more information please contact Lauren van Rees (Speech Pathology Manager) on 9105 5027; or visit our website @ northernbeacheshospital.com.au.
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All applications must be lodged online. Please click the Apply button to lodge an application (applications should include cover letter outlining statements against the selection criteria, CV, and two current work-related referees).
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Applicants will be required to provide a current (12 months or less) National Police check and a NSW Working with Children's Check, prior to appointment and persons in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases prior to commencement.
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Key Skills:
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* Clinical Expertise: Extensive clinical knowledge and experience in assessment and treatment of adults with swallowing and communication disorders in the acute setting.
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* Leadership and Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with independent professional judgment and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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* Quality Improvement: Experience in development, leadership, and implementation of quality improvement projects.
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* Communication: Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills across all levels.
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* Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice.
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By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated group of professionals who share a passion for delivering exceptional patient care. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment that encourages personal and professional growth.
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Don't miss this opportunity to take your career to the next level and make a real difference in the lives of our patients.
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Apply now and become a part of our dynamic team!