Speech Pathologist - Casual Bank

Position Title Speech Pathologist - Casual Bank
Internal Only This position is open to employees of Eastern Health only
Employment Type Casual
Location Eastern Health
Award Classification Health Professionals (01) - Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 - SPEECH PATH GR 2 YR4
Hours (per fortnight) 0
Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position Summary
Speech Pathologist

• Stroke rehab - Early Stroke Discharge Program
• Casual | flexible work
• Culture of continuous improvement

Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
We are looking for a locum Speech Pathologist (Grade 2 or experienced grade 1) to join our community based stroke rehabilitation team on a casual basis. This flexible role is to support a short term clinical vacancy due to parental leave until May 2024. Along with a full time Speech Pathologist you will work with a multidisciplinary team (including medical and nursing) dedicated to stroke rehabilitation. Based at the Peter James Centre and/or Angliss Hospital you will work in the Early Stroke Discharge (ESD) Program providing both centre and home based therapy to Eastern Health patients undergoing intensive stroke rehabilitation. Using your clinical and leadership skills you will work closely with the ESD team to coordinate and manage the caseload. You will be skilled in assessing and treating a wide range of speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders resulting from a stroke, providing rehabilitation from a “patient’s first” perspective. Using your highly developed time management skills you will thrive in this exciting role and the opportunities and challenges it brings.
Along with being a valued member of the speech pathology department you will enjoy working with dynamic allied health colleagues and will be well supported by a senior Speech Pathologist and a team leader. Pending clinical demand, you may be required to support the Community Rehabilitation speech pathology team at times and as negotiated.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Eligibility for practising membership with Speech Pathology Australia
• Previous experience working with a stroke caseload
• An established track record of highly developed interpersonal skills
• A strong commitment to high quality care
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to set relevant short term rehabilitation goals with your clients
• The ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team

What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range !

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the .
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
Selection Criteria Essential: Eligible for Practicing Membership of Speech Pathology Australia
Contact Person Susan Wyatt
Contact Number (04) 3790 2140
Alternate Contact Person Lucy Ackroyd
Alternate Contact Number (04) 2899 1571
Closing Date 07/01/2024
Position Description Grade 1 or 2 locum Ambulatory SP December 2023.pdf
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Please note that this position will close at 11:45pm on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.