Are you a Speech Pathologist looking to advance your existing scope of practice?
The Speech Pathologist Senior has the opportunity to rapidly acquire new skills within specialised caseloads such as radiation oncology, laryngectomy, >br>
VFSS and paediatric feeding. Senior support and mentoring will be dedicated to skills development, which is pivotal to this role.
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This position attracts a Queensland Health Attraction Incentive of up to $20,000 / $70,000 - find out if you qualify here: Workforce Attraction Incentive Guideline Scheme
About us:
The Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast, and Mount Morgan Speech Pathology Department is a vibrant and innovative team. We are committed to delivering high quality, safe, equitable health care and are passionate about educating the emerging health workforce. We provide clinical services that prioritise the prevention, diagnosis and therapeutic management of communication and swallowing disorders to enhance the health and welfare of Central Queenslanders.
About the role:
Deliver direct high level speech pathology clinical care and clinical leadership to ensure high quality speech pathology care to adult and/or paediatric clients residing in Central Queensland in hospital and/or in the community.
About you:
To be successful in this role you must possess a tertiary degree in Speech Pathology and provide eligibility for practicing membership to Speech Pathology Australia.
- High level of clinical experience, knowledge and skill in the delivery of clinical speech pathology services to adult and paediatric patients across the continuum with swallowing and communication needs.
- Ability to provide high level speech pathology clinical services of a complex and varied nature.
- Ability to work collaboratively in speech pathology and multidisciplinary teams and to provide clinical advice to professional and operational supervisors regarding service delivery and improvement opportunities.
What we offer:
Salary information:
Total remuneration value of up to $152,776 p.a. is comprised of:
- An hourly rate between $62.75 - $67.53 p.h.
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
Other benefits include:
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Education Opportunities – Study and Research
- Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
- Generous Salary Sacrificing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:
- Your current CV or resume, including referees.
- A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
- Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK4D561784
Applications close: Thursday, 16 May 2024
Further information
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