Speech Pathologist - Grade 3
Senior Speech Pathologist
· Location: Williamstown Hospital (may be required to work at differing Western Health sites at times)
· Employment Type: Part time (0.8 EFT)
· Salary: VW6- VW9
About the role
Are you a Speech Pathologist wanting to lead a growing acute team in Melbourne’s west? An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Grade 3 Speech Pathologist to join our collaborative and supportive Speech Pathology and Western @ Home departments. Based at Williamstown Hospital, you will have clinical leadership of inpatient subacute and community services across Western Health. As an integral member of the leadership team, you will promote creativity, team effectiveness and evidenced based patient care.
Key responsibilities:
· Assess and manage dysphagia and communication impairment within the subacute and community setting
· Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
· Lead clinical supervision of staff and students
· Be committed to continuous quality improvement, clinical research and professional development of self and others
· Ensure safe and high quality patient care is delivered in line with Western Health values and policies.
About you:
· Hold a Bachelor of Speech Pathology or equivalent which allows eligibility for membership to Speech Pathology Association of Australia
· Have a minimum of seven years’ experience in the rehabilitation and/or aged care setting
· Have highly developed interpersonal, written and electronic communication skills
· Are an engaged leader with experience leading staff and students
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include
oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
· Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
· Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
· Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
· Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
· Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
· Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
· Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
· Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
· Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
· Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
· Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about patient care, innovation and leading a team, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 31 May 2025
Please note that interviews for this position may take place prior to the advertised closing date.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Courtney Pocock, Manager Speech Pathology and Audiology on 0466 396 641.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the Intranet before applying.
About Us
Our workforce of over 13,000 employees are driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop. Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience.
Western Health is in a period of rapid growth. Our services comprise of four acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh & Melton Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Day Hospital, Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care, as well as community health centres in Melton, Caroline Springs and Bacchus Marsh and a range of mental health and community-based services. We care for a diverse community of more than 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.
Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:
- Professional development support
- Career advancement opportunities
- Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
- Work-life balance
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.