Job Description: Kew location Permanent, Part Time – 32 hours per week Senior clinical leadership opportunity within a friendly and supportive team
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Speech Pathologist to provide high-quality, person-centred and evidence-based Speech Pathology services to residents within St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne's Public Aged Care Services.
In this senior role, you will provide clinical leadership and expert consultation across residential aged care, supporting best practice in the management of communication and swallowing disorders.
You will work closely with nursing, allied health and support services to promote excellent resident outcomes and contribute to the ongoing development of contemporary models of care.
You will:
Provide clinical leadership across residential aged care Speech Pathology services, promoting best practice in the assessment and management of communication and swallowing disorders
Provide expert clinical consultation and support for residents with complex communication and swallowing needs
Work collaboratively with the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Nurse Unit Managers, Support Services and Allied Health teams
Contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of systems and processes that support compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards
Support the delivery of contemporary, person-centred models of care that promote positive outcomes and quality of life for residents
The classification for this position will range from VW6–VW9 ($104,****** - $118,******) per annum, pro rata for part time.
Your Contribution
You will be an experienced Speech Pathologist with strong clinical expertise,



excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for improving outcomes for older adults.
You will also bring:
Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology), Bachelor of Speech Pathology or equivalent qualification
At least 8 years' experience in adult Speech Pathology
Extensive experience in the assessment and management of communication and swallowing disorders
Demonstrated ability to provide clinical leadership and expert consultation
Solid multidisciplinary collaboration skills, with the ability to identify, develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders
A genuine interest in and commitment to working with older adults and delivering person-centred care
What We Offer
A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
A healthy work/life balance
Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
Regular professional development opportunities to support your career goals
A supportive workplace with a strong culture of continuous improvement
About Speech Pathology Our Speech Pathology team strives to provide excellent and responsive care through shared expertise, compassion and reflective practice.
We work collaboratively and transparently to build strong connections and achieve meaningful outcomes for the people in our care.




Working at St Vincent's St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service.
SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Closing Date: 18 September *******:59pm
Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees.
As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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St Vincent's Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in ****.
Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent's is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD.
Our founder, Mary Aikenhead's vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do.
From modest beginnings, St Vincent's Health Australia is today the nation's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities.
The St Vincent's family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.
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📌 Senior Speech Pathologist Public Aged Care- Brand New Role! (Geelong)
🏢 St Vincent's Health Australia
📍 Geelong