Location: Melton Health, and Brimbank Child Family Wellbeing Local (Sunshine) Employment Type: Part-Time (0.6 FTE), Ongoing Salary: Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging About the role: The Paediatric Speech Pathologist is a member of the multidisciplinary paediatric team providing evidence-based assessment, intervention, care coordination and support for infants, children and young people with communication, developmental and feeding needs.
The role is split across Melton Community Health Services and the Child and Family Wellbeing Local (CFWL) , delivering family-centred care through paediatric clinics, developmental and autism assessments, short-term intervention, care coordination and collaborative service planning with partner agencies to improve outcomes for children and families.
Key responsibilities: Deliver evidence-based speech pathology assessments and interventions for children with communication, developmental and feeding needs.
Provide developmental assessments, short-term intervention and care coordination within the Child and Family Wellbeing Local.
Work collaboratively with families, carers, multidisciplinary teams and community partners to develop recommendations and care plans.
Maintain high-quality clinical documentation, reporting and data management.
Contribute to service improvement, professional development and quality and safety initiatives.
About you: Strong paediatric clinical skills and evidence-based practice.
Family-centred, child-focused and culturally responsive approach.
Excellent communication and time management skills.
Collaborative and effective multidisciplinary team member.
Well organised, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement and equitable access to services.
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About Western Health Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne's West - one of Australia's fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.
More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings.
These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.
We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community.
With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.
We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact.
We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.
Why join us?
Compensation and Benefits Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.
Learning and Development Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.




Community Impact and Inclusion Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.
Organisational Culture and Environment Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.
Ready to make an impact?
If you're passionate about providing family-centred evidence practice in a multidisciplinary workplace, we'd love to hear from you.
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Closing date: 11:59pm on 4 October ****.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact: Name: Matthew Boyd Email: ********************** Alternate Contact: Helen Crean Email: ********************* Western Health is an equal opportunity employer.
We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.
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 is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.
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📌 Paediatric Speech Pathologist - Grade 2 (Victoria)
🏢 Western Health
📍 Victoria