Paediatric Speech Pathologist

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Join to apply for the Paediatric Speech Pathologist role at Hunter New England Local Health District Join our fun, family-focused allied health team in Tamworth and make a real difference for rural kids and their families every day

Remuneration : $56.69 - $58.52 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging

Location : Tamworth Community Health Service

Employment Type : Temporary Part Time – Until June 2026

Position Classification : Speech Pathologist Level 3

Hours Per Week : 16

Requisition ID : REQ570982

Applications Close : Monday 26th May 2025

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day :

Sustainable Healthcare : Together towards zero Proximity to shopping and other services Salary packaging options Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

About The Role

We are excited to offer a rare opportunity to join our dynamic, fun, and family-focused multidisciplinary allied health team in Tamworth!

Working in this position will enhance your clinical skills in paediatric communication, as well as offering exciting opportunities to develop both inpatient and outpatient paediatric feeding skills alongside highly experienced and supportive clinicians.

You will also work closely with allied health clinicians in a multidisciplinary team to support rural children and their families. You will have access to an area-wide network of Speech Pathologists who value supporting new staff.

Where You'll Be Working

Tamworth is a modern, progressive city set in a picturesque backdrop of tree covered mountains. Renowned for its diversity and experiences, Tamworth proves that a rural lifestyle can be complimented by a thriving city experience. Make life-long friends and embrace the incredible lifestyle that Tamworth has to offer!

You will receive comprehensive orientation to the service and the wider support networks to assist both you and your clients. Our team is dedicated to continuous professional development, recognising it as essential for delivering high-quality clinical care.

About You

We are looking for a Speech Pathologist who :

Values supporting rural families, with exceptional interpersonal skills and a flexible approach Is able to work in a collaborative and respectful way, demonstrating warmth and compassion Is confident in the value of paediatric speech pathology in a community outpatient context, whilst also valuing the contributions and perspectives of other professions Is committed to partnering with clients and families Is passionate about delivering and improving rural paediatric health services

Requirements

Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in speech pathology which provides eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.

Additional Information

To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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Information For Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit : Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit : is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 : Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

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