Speech Pathologist

Speech Pathologist - Grade 2 Join to apply for the Speech Pathologist - Grade 2 role at Western Health. Key Details Salary: Grade 2 – Year 1 to Year 4 (VW1 to VW4) + Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Footscray Hospital Employment Type: Ongoing, Part Time (0.6 FTE / 3 days per week) About The Role Come and join our dynamic and skilled acute team, providing high‑quality care to patients in Melbourne’s west. A new Grade 2 Speech Pathology opportunity exists for someone to join our team on an ongoing basis. Primarily based at Footscray Hospital, you will play an integral role in the successful move to the new Footscray Hospital and will be one of the first clinicians to work in this purpose‑built, state‑of‑the‑art hospital. Additionally, this role offers an exciting and rewarding opportunity to upskill in clinical care in the acute setting, work in a collaborative multi‑disciplinary environment, engage in quality improvement and provide staff supervision and clinical education. Key Responsibilities Assess and manage dysphagia and communication impairment within the acute and outpatient settings Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team Provide clinical supervision to staff and students Be committed to continuous quality improvement, clinical research and professional development Ensure safe and high‑quality patient care is delivered in line with Western Health values and policies About You Clinical competency, theoretical knowledge and experience in the assessment and management of communication and swallowing disorders within the acute setting Competency in videofluoroscopy (tracheostomy competency also desirable) Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills The ability to work within a multidisciplinary team Eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia Compensation and Benefits Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards Health and wellbeing programmes, including flexible work arrangements Scholarships and grants to support continuous learning Learning and Development Opportunities Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways Professional growth programmes, 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 Closing Date 11:59pm on 21 November 2025 Enquiries For further information about this role, contact Laura Bezzina (Grade 4 Speech Pathologist – Operations Lead) on . 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr