NSW Government

Speech Pathologist

🔍 Penrith, Lemongrove Campus | Western Sydney

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Speech Pathologist
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Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District
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REQ673155 Requisition #

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 30/06/2027)
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 1/2
Location: Lemongrove Campus
Remuneration: $40.05 - $57.14 per hour

Hours Per Week: 19

Requisition ID: REQ673155

Applications Close: 19/07/2026

 

 

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,

working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

 

About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.

 

The Primary Care and Community Health Unit consists of 9 centres that provide a range of services for children, young people and their families, adults, older people and their carers. Our services range from health promotion, prevention and early detection through to assessment, treatment and continuing care. Our staff work in partnership with schools, GPs, hospitals, non-government agencies and other organisations to provide care across our centres, in people’s homes, other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth).

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and compassionate Speech Pathologist Level 1/2 to join our multidisciplinary community health team.

In this role, you will support adult clients living with chronic and complex health conditions to achieve their goals, with the aim of improving their communication and swallowing skills, function, independence and quality of life through evidence-based, person-centred care.

As a valued member of a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate closely with a range of health professionals to deliver coordinated and holistic care. You will have the opportunity to develop your clinical skills while working with a diverse caseload and contributing to positive health outcomes for people living across the Nepean Blue Mountains region.


The successful applicant will demonstrate strong clinical reasoning, excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality care. Whether you are an early career clinician looking to consolidate your experience or a more experienced practitioner seeking a rewarding community-based role, this position offers a supportive environment with access to professional development and experienced mentorship.

If you are passionate about helping people overcome communication and swallowing challenges and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and help us deliver exceptional care to our community while building a rewarding career with Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

  • Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging

  • Novated Leasing

  • Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year

  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

  • Fitness Passport

 

NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

 

NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards

 

For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.
 

What you will bring to the role

  1. Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology, with eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
  2. Experience in the assessment and management of acquired swallowing disorders in older people with chronic and complex health conditions.
  3. Demonstrated ability to analyse problems, set priorities and apply a range of options to develop timely solutions.
  4. A demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practice, professional development, and clinical supervision.
  5. Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills, and good computer skills
  6. Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as the ability to work productively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
  7. Current NSW Driver Licence, including P1 or above, and willingness to use for work purposes. This may include driving long distances across NBMLHD.


Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.

Need more information? 
  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Verona Manuel on Verona.Manuel@health.nsw.gov.au
 

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