Speech Pathologist

Job Details Employment Type : Temporary Full Time (up to 01/03/2027) Position Classification : Speech Pathologist Level 1/2 Location : Hawkesbury District Hospital Remuneration : $38.51 - $54.94 per hour Hours Per Week : 38 Requisition ID : REQ Applications Close : 21/12/2025 About Us Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions. The Primary Care and Community Health Unit consists of 9 centres that provide a range of services for children, young people and their families, adults, older people and their carers. Our services range from health promotion, prevention and early detection through to assessment, treatment and continuing care. Our staff work in partnership with schools, GPs, hospitals, non‑government agencies and other organisations to provide care across our centres, in people’s homes, other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth). Role Overview Hawkesbury Community Health is seeking a motivated and compassionate Speech Pathologist to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team on a temporary assignment. This is an exciting opportunity for both early career and experienced clinicians to contribute to high‑quality patient care within a supportive and collaborative environment. In this role, you will provide assessment, diagnosis, and evidence‑based intervention for adults and/or paediatric patients presenting with communication and swallowing disorders. You will work closely with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to deliver holistic care and support positive health outcomes for our community. Potential for an extension on reduced hours may be provided. An eligibility list may be created to fill similar temporary full or part‑time positions across the district’s Child and Family Speech Pathology team. Benefits Available To Eligible NBMLHD Employees Accrued Day Off (ADO) Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging Novated Leasing Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Fitness Passport Commitments to Diversity and Safety NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards. Qualifications Degree in Speech Pathology or equivalent and eligible for practising membership of Speech Pathology Australia Level 1: newly qualified Speech Pathologist with less than three years clinical experience; Level 2: a minimum of three years clinical experience as a Speech Pathologist and the ability to work with minimal supervision and experience providing paediatric Speech Pathology services. Demonstrated experience in providing paediatric Speech Pathology services and ability to work in partnership with families to provide effective interventions for children, within a limited session model. Demonstrated experience and ability to work effectively with families from different psychosocial, socio‑economic and/or culturally diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated experience working in a multidisciplinary team within a community setting and an understanding of primary health care principles. Demonstrated understanding of the indicators of child protection issues and mandatory reporting guidelines and responsibilities. Demonstrated knowledge of and the ability to utilise information technology systems within a variety of applications (e.g. CHIME, Cerner, Outlook) and a commitment to undertake training in electronic health record systems as required. Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to use for work purpose travel. This may include driving long distances across the Local Health District. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Lynette Spicer on #J-18808-Ljbffr