Speech Pathologist (Grade 3), Motor Neurone Disease Clinic

Employment Type -  Temporary Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 32 

Job Category - Other Professionals - Speech Therapy

Req Id - 7606 

• Work as part of a highly collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering specialised neurological care

• Opportunity to provide clinical leadership, contribute to service development and support education and research

• Enjoy the work life balance with this temporary Part Time 32 hours per fortnight 

About the role

As a Grade 3 Speech Pathologist within the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Clinic, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based assessment, care planning and ongoing support to people living with progressive neurological diseases across the Barwon South West region.

Working within a specialised multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering person-centred care, supporting clients and their families to navigate complex health needs. The role also provides professional leadership within Speech Pathology, contributes to service development and quality improvement initiatives, and supports education and supervision of staff and students.

Key responsibilities

• Provide specialist Speech Pathology assessment, intervention and care planning for clients living with Motor Neurone Disease and other progressive neurological conditions
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and support clients, families and carers across the care continuum
• Provide professional leadership, supervision and education to Speech Pathologists, allied health staff and students
• Contribute to service development, research activities and quality improvement initiatives to support best practice care

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) or equivalent and eligibility for Certified Practicing Membership with Speech Pathology Australia
• Extensive clinical experience working with people with progressive neurological conditions, particularly Motor Neurone Disease
• Strong communication, leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and external partners
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, professional development and continuous improvement in clinical services

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.

Contact person: Cheryl Spiller
Email: cheryl.spiller@barwonhealth.org.au

Application closing date: 29, March 2026