Job title: Paediatric Speech Pathologist

Job type: Contractor, flexible

Work setting: Clinic or community

Salary: Depending on the role

Location: Sydenham VIC

About the company:

Our client is an award-winning allied health provider with four state-of-the-art clinics across Melbourne. They deliver high-quality onsite, telehealth, and community-based services through a multidisciplinary team of Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Psychologists, Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Dietitians, and other Allied Health professionals.

With a strong reputation for clinical excellence and client-centred care, they are committed to supporting both clients and clinicians through collaborative practice, professional development, and flexible working arrangements.

About the role:

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking passionate and motivated Speech Pathologists to join their multidisciplinary team on a contractor basis. This role offers the flexibility to manage your own caseload while providing services both within the clinic and in the community. You will work with a diverse paediatric caseload and collaborate closely with other health professionals to deliver holistic, evidence-based care.

As a Speechy you will be responsible for:

- Speech – support to speak more clearly and be understood
- Language – support for people who may have trouble putting their ideas and thoughts into words and sentences or who may need support with reading and writing
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication – support using devices for people with complex communication needs
- Social Skills – support to improve the understanding of the rules for social interaction and awareness of body language, facial expressions and voice tone to improve social interactions
- Stuttering – provide strategies to support smooth speech delivery and management of stuttering to increase confidence




- Voice – provide exercises and support to optimize voice quality and develop healthy vocal habits

Working with adults and children who have a range of conditions:

- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Down Syndrome
- Cerebral Palsy
- Developmental delays
- Stammers
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Intellectual disabilities
- Cleft Palate
- Voice disorders

You will also be responsible for:

- Swallowing – make mealtime more enjoyable by reducing risk and increasing acceptance of different foods and textures
- Taking on more clients than new grads
- Seeing a greater variety of clients of all types
- Look at completing AT assessment and reports independently
- Be able to effectively supervise AHA students in clinic
- Give opportunity to new grads to observe
- Be a buddy for new grad Speech Paths
- Participate in MDT training and workshops
- Begin to build skills in particular clinical areas

Perks:

- Flexible contractor opportunitiy
- Complete autonomy over your calendar and appointment scheduling
- Work within modern, purpose-built clinics with dedicated administrative support
- Strong focus on work-life balance
- Multidisciplinary team environment with opportunities for collaboration
- Access to ongoing professional development, training, and workshops
- Travel reimbursement available for clinicians who prefer to use their own vehicle
- Opportunity to build and manage your own caseload with flexibility and independence

Essential Criteria:

- Bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Speech Pathology
- Certified Practising Membership with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)
- Current Working with Children Check
- Current Victorian Police Check
- Current Australian Driver's Licence
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team
- ABN

If you are a passionate Speech Pathologist looking for a flexible contractor opportunity within a supportive multidisciplinary environment, we would love to hear from you. APPLY NOW!

📌 Paediatric Speech Pathologist - Clinic Based/Community | Contractor Position (Melbourne)
🏢 Healthcarelink Support
📍 Melbourne