Speech Pathologist – Casual Grade 2, hospital ward-based focusDo you have a passion to work in adult progressive neurology and palliative care?
Do you thrive on a person and family centred approach to care delivery?
Apply now!
We are seeking a motivated Speech Pathologist to join our multidisciplinary Allied Health team at Calvary Health Care Bethlehem.
We value staff wellbeing and positions can be tailored to achieve work-life balance with flexible work conditions available.Progress with purpose at one of Australia's largest health care providersThrive in our Speech Pathology team that is committed to quality care and innovationBe part of our renowned friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team cultureBenefit from dedicated clinical supervision, mentoring & professional development support.About Calvary Health Care Bethlehem – Caulfield, VictoriaCalvary Health Care Bethlehem (CHCB) is a 32 bed public hospital / health care facility providing a range of inpatient, community and ambulatory services for palliative care and progressive neurological conditions.
CHCB is also an NDIS service provider.
We are located centrally in metropolitan Melbourne at our new state of the art hospital and health care precinct in Caulfield.About the roleWe have a full time fixed term parental leave cover hospital based Speech Pathology clinical role available in our inpatient/outpatient hospital based multidisciplinary team.
You will also gain valuable experience through involvement in our specialist speech pathology clinics including videofluoroscopy, voice banking and assistive technology.
All team members receive regular 1:1 and group supervision and access to professional development, as well as opportunities to participate in departmental quality improvement activities, research,



and education provision.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide Speech Pathology services across inpatient and outpatient service streamsProvide assessment and treatment for patients with communication and swallowing clinical presentations associated with progressive neurological and palliative conditionsOur service streams include:Inpatient service:32 bed ward with a mix of progressive neurology and palliative care bedsHospital based Outpatients - State-wide Progressive Neurological Disease Service:Specialist interdisciplinary assessment and management service for people with a diagnosed progressive neurological disease such as Motor Neurone Disease, Huntington's Disease, Muscular Dystrophy, Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinsonian SyndromesNDIS provider Service:providing a range of allied health therapies and Specialist Behaviour Support, delivered across metropolitan Melbourne to adult participants under 65 years old with progressive neurological conditionsWhat you bringEligibility for membership with Speech Pathology AustraliaHighly developed written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated ability to work independently and within a multi-disciplinary teamHospital experience is essentialDysphagia management experience is essentialVideofluoroscopy experience preferredExperience with AAC and multi-modal communication is desirable.Current clinical knowledge and critical thinking ability in the field of progressive neurology and/ or palliative care is desirableThis is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a leading mission based health care organisation.
We offer paid parental leave, salary packaging, career progression, flexible working hours and training and skills development.
Calvary is also proud to be recognised as a leader in gender equality.
Graduates also are not required to work night shifts, free onsite car parking, free uniform and access to fee free further education with our partnership with UTAS.
Further details are available here: careers/benefits/How to join the teamTo join our diverse, compassionate and dedicated team for a rewarding Calvary career, please submit an online application.
Candidates must hold Australian or NZ Citizenship or the capacity to permanently work in Australia.
We are unable to accept emailed applications or resumes and phone calls from recruitment agencies.Applications close October 23rd, **** and must include the following:ResumePlease note the following:As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the roleYou will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including COVID-19, influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicellaFor further details and to discuss your growth opportunities opportunities at Calvary, please contactBe careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.
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📌 Speech Pathologist – Hospital-Based, Flexible Hours (Melbourne)
🏢 Calvary
📍 Melbourne