AddressSpeechy required at Central Highlands Rural Health
A wonderful opportunity exists for a graduate clinician to work with in our supportive, knowledgeable and friendly Speech Pathology Team (SPT) at Central Highlands Rural Health (CHRH). CHRH operates across Hepburn Shire and the Macedon Ranges in the Central Highlands of Victoria an area with some of the most picturesque countryside in Victoria, encompassing townships renowned for their community inclusion and spirit, as well as offering wonderful shops, wellness spas and cafes, all this within an hour drive of Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and Ballarat.
The available position provides;
- exposure to broad clinical experience to develop highly sought after specialised clinical skills
- Adult and paediatric (Pre-school)
- Acute, Age Care and Community setting
- opportunities for involvement in quality improvement projects in both the speech pathology team and the broader multidisciplinary team
The Speech Pathology role available maximises all the benefits of working in a regional public service, including: working within a multidisciplinary team of experienced, knowledgeable, supportive and friendly clinicians, with career progression opportunities including leadership and clinical opportunities across the continuum of care. Our SPT runs a supportive and successful supervision program that all clinicians are expected to participate in. Professional development is highly valued and encouraged as we see investing in our staff as highly important. This position is an integral member of the Physical Wellbeing Team and wider Community Health Team.
Details of Appointment
Permanent Full Time (Part time positions will be considered) up to 80 hours per fortnight.
Salary: VP4 (Grade 1 Year 3) @ $36.80 up to AF15 (Grade 1 Year 7) @ $44.74 per hour + 11.5% superannuation + access to salary packaging
New graduates may be eligible for grants providing financial support to relocate regional Victoria as well as eligibility for the Speech Pathology Student Grant Program which comprises a maximum of $15,000, delivered in two instalment payments. Additionally, final year students in Speech Pathology who will work in regional and rural Victoria can apply for a grant of $15,000, delivered in two instalment payments.
Funding is provided by the Department of Health and delivered in partnership with the Department of Government Services. More information can be located here: Funding Guidelines: Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy Student Grant Program | vic.gov.au (www.vic.gov.au)
