Speech Pathologist Grade 2 - Casual

We currently have exciting opportunities for casual Grade 2 Speech Pathologists to join our team at Epworth Geelong, based in Waurn Ponds.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work across a diverse hospital caseload, delivering high-quality, patient-centred assessment, management and intervention for inpatients and outpatients experiencing swallowing, communication and cognitive impairments. You'll be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for our patients.

You will make an impact with your

• Ability to assess and evaluate patients in relation to communication and swallowing abilities and upon diagnosis determine appropriate treatment
• Strong knowledge within the assessment and management of swallowing and communication disorders and how these can have a direct impact on a patient’s overall health and quality of life
• Ability to provide evidence-based, patient-centred care
• Ability to work collaboratively and confidently within the multidisciplinary team
• Strong time-management, problem solving and prioritisation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

To be successful in the role, you will have

• Demonstrate relevant hospital experience (preferred)
• Present with experience in tracheostomy management (desired)
• Be experienced in administering and interpreting Videofluoroscopy Assessment and/or Fibreoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of the swallow

Position Description         Inherent Requirements

About Epworth Geelong

Epworth Geelong, located adjacent to Deakin University’s Medical School in Waurn Ponds, is developing an environment of world-class health care and education to meet the needs of the expanding population of Geelong and South West Victoria. Providing exciting career opportunities to doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and support staff. It features contemporary design, cutting-edge medical technology and best practice patient care, whilst offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and rehabilitation services.

• Hold a Bachelor of Speech Pathology or equivalent degree
• Be eligible for membership with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status   provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to  $15,900  pre-tax annually, plus  $2,650  meals and entertainment allowance leading to greater take home pay
• Discounted private health insurance
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia!

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to Make a Difference?

To apply, click the  I'm Interested button  to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact  [email hidden]  or call  (03) 9426 0606.

Apply now....we have over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours!

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.