Clinical Specialist Speech Pathologist Rehabilitation - Level 3
Join a supportive, multidisciplinary team where your expertise is valued and your growth is encouraged.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until May 2027
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Lvl 3
Location: Kurri Kurri District Hospital
Remuneration: $116,892 - $120,680 per annum + super + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 12
Requisition ID: REQ646065
Applications Close: Monday, 6 April 2026
About the Role
You will work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, alongside medical, nursing, and allied health professionals.
This is a part-time role, shared with another Speech Pathologist. Core responsibilities include:
Delivering assessment and intervention services to adult inpatients within the rehabilitation unit
Managing communication and swallowing disorders
Providing education, training, and support to patients and carers
Contributing to service development, quality improvement, and promotion activities within both the Speech Pathology department and the rehabilitation unit
Typical working hours are 8:00am – 4:30pm
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
Solid clinical experience in rehabilitation settings
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Capacity to work independently with flexibility in a job-share arrangement
Strong organisational, prioritisation, and problem-solving skills
As your professional line manager is based offsite, you will need to be resourceful and confident working autonomously
Support & Team Environment
Orientation and training are provided by the Site Senior Speech Pathologist for the Cessnock/Kurri Kurri team (based at Cessnock District Hospital)
You will be part of a broader, highly supportive Speech Pathology network across Cessnock, Kurri Kurri, East Maitland Community Health, and Maitland Hospital
Regular clinical supervision, peer supervision (adult caseload), and team meetings are provided
Day-to-day support within the unit is available through the Rehabilitation Unit Nurse Unit Manager
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities, supported through regular performance and development reviews (PDR)
Access to supervision, mentoring, and team support structures
Opportunities for additional shifts to cover leave or short-term vacancies
What we offer
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- ADO's each month (for full time employees)
Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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For role related queries or questions contact Morgan Francis on Morgan.Francis@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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