Speech Pathologist - Acute Care Calhn

Description:

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary AHP-2 $88,255 - $102,240 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent full-time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Speech Pathologist to join our dynamic team at AHP2 level. In this role, you will provide high-quality inpatient and outpatient communication and swallowing services to an adult acute or sub-acute caseload, across weekdays and weekends. Working independently, you’ll contribute to improved patient outcomes through expert clinical care, while also providing mentorship and professional support to less experienced speech pathologists, allied health assistants, and students. Your contributions will play a key role in enhancing multidisciplinary management and delivering evidence-based care to patients across a range of settings.

As a developing expert in the field, you’ll deepen your knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of complex and high-acuity caseloads. This role offers the flexibility of working across various CALHN sites, including the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and Repat Health Precinct. You’ll also have the opportunity to drive quality improvement initiatives and participate in service planning activities, contributing to the ongoing development of best-practice service delivery within the team.

About You

You are a skilled and compassionate Speech Pathologist, ready to make a difference in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment. With your expertise and dedication, you’ll help deliver high-quality care and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation.

• Degree in Speech Pathology (or equivalent), with eligibility for full membership of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).

• Strong clinical skills in assessing and managing a broad range of speech and swallowing conditions, including dysphagia and cognitive/communication disorders.

• Excellent ability to work within a team, contributing to patient-centred care and achieving team and individual goals, with a focus on critical thinking and problem-solving.

• Proven experience in managing complex cases, creating individualised care plans, and fostering positive, respectful relationships with consumers, carers, and team members.

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network , and the opportunities to be part of CALHN .

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 901417

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Sunday 18th May, 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

901417 RD Speech Pathologist - Acute Care CALHN.pdf

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Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.