Speech Pathologist (Grade 2), Medical, Emergency, Subacute, and Home

Key responsibilities 

• Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based management of communication and swallowing disorders, delivering goal-directed care plans in partnership with consumers and carers.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated rehabilitation services that maximise independence, monitor outcomes, and manage clinical risks effectively.
• Provide supervision and support to junior staff and students, contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives, and practice in accordance with Speech Pathology Australia standards and Barwon Health policies.
• Participate in clinical governance, credentialling, CPD, research and service improvement activities, ensuring safe, culturally inclusive practice and responsible use of health resources.

What we’re looking for 

• Eligibility for Certified Practising Membership with Speech Pathology Australia and meets Award/Agreement classification requirements, with demonstrated independent clinical experience in neurosciences.
• Proven independent expertise in speech pathology practice, including established competency in conducting Video Fluoroscopic Swallowing Studies (VFSS).
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships, resolve conflict, influence outcomes, and work collaboratively in inclusive, culturally safe environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to reflective practice, ongoing professional development, and alignment with Barwon Health values.

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services. 

Barwon Health staff benefits 

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction 

• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program 

• Extensive professional development opportunities 

• Attractive salary packaging benefits 

• Living expenses capped at $9,010 

• Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650 

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here 

Diversity and inclusion 

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. 

Child safety 

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards 

Additional information 

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au 

All appointments are subject to: 

• Satisfactory Police Record Check 

• Immunisation Status Clearance 

• Working with Children Check (if applicable) 

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.