Speech Pathologist - Grade 1 & 2

• Part Time, Permanent Contract - 48 hours per fortnight
• Part Time, Fixed Term Contract - 48 hours per fortnight
• Full Time, Fixed Term Contract (12 months) - Grade 1

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is a dynamic sub-regional health service dedicated to providing best-practice clinical care to the Central Hume region. With the recent expansion of our emergency department, medical ward, ICU, and redevelopment of paediatric, special care nursery, and maternity wards, NHW continues to grow, offering exciting clinical diversity across acute, sub-acute, aged care, and community services.

We are currently seeking early career and experienced speech pathologists to join our team of 12 skilled professionals (Grades 1, 2 & 3). The successful applicants will be part of a supportive, collaborative team that provides services to both paediatrics and adults across the continuum of care. Our team is committed to professional development, offering structured clinical supervision and regular internal learning opportunities.

We have positions available within the acute setting, community rehabilitation, and paediatric community health. There is also an opportunity to provide outreach services to a local region health service. Each of these positions are well supported by both the speech pathology and multidisciplinary teams.

As a Speech Pathologist at NHW, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based speech pathology assessments and interventions.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless patient care.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff and students.
• Contribute to service growth by driving innovation and managing designated portfolios in line with departmental and organisational priorities.
• Be part of a growing and diverse team with a broad range of clinical expertise.
• Work in a supportive environment with ample opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Contribute to a forward-thinking organisation committed to providing excellent care to the Central Hume region.

Our Region:

• Wangaratta has a population of approximately 30,000 and our catchment serves a community of around 100 000 throughout the northeast.
• An easy 2 ½ hours drive on the Hume freeway from Melbourne and less than an hour to Albury airport with direct flights to most of the large Australian cities.
• We have over 11 schools including private Catholic and Anglican schooling options for pre-year 12.
• Our region is a popular destination year-round. It boasts multiple national parks, picturesque small towns, award winning restaurants, wineries and breweries. 
• Whether you want to hike, mountain bike and ski in the mountains, paddle the rivers or cruise on the rail trails there is something for everyone in the northeast.
• https://www.visitwangaratta.com.au/Home
• https://www.victoriashighcountry.com.au/snow/

The successful applicant will benefit from:

• Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
• 5 weeks annual leave and an addition week for any employee working 10 or more weekend shifts. There is also the option for full time employees to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish.
• Full time employees have the option to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish.
• Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
• Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
• Well being programs and discounted corporate gym membership
• Social Club Benefits
• Support for our diverse workforce

Applying for the role:

• Enquiries can be made with Sarah Coles on (03) 5722 5566
• Confirmation of Influenza Vaccination or an approved medical exemption is required upon application. Covid Vaccination is strongly recommended
• A PD for this role can be downloaded below or at www.northeasthealth.org.au/careers/jobs/
• Applications must address the key selection criteria from the PD
• Employment Statutory Declaration form must be submitted with your application
• To apply for this position hit Apply Now/Join Now or head over to our careers page at www.northeasthealth.org.au/careers/jobs/
• All additional documents can be uploaded within the application after filling in the key selection criteria
• Applications close Sunday, 1st of June 2025

NHW do not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment companies