Speech Pathologist - Paediatrics

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time / Temporary Part Time (13/4/26 – 18/12/26) – Job Share may be considered
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $76,364.00 - $108,943.00 pa / $38.51 - $54.94 per hr (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) 
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: Up to 38 
Applications Close: 1 April 2026 – 11:59pm

 

Speech Pathologist - Paediatrics
Orange Health Service

 

About the role

We are seeking Speech Pathologist’s to join our dynamic and well-established speech pathology team at Orange Health Service. These are paediatric positions which will see the successful applicants working across preschool, school and community health settings. 

The Speech Pathologists will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based speech pathology services to paediatrics. The position plays a key role in supporting individuals with communication and swallowing disorders.

In this role, you will provide assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for children with communication and feeding difficulties. You will work collaboratively with families, educators, and other health professionals to support children in achieving their communication and developmental goals.

Working within an integrated allied health team, the role provides opportunities for collaboration and shared learning across disciplines and client populations. The Speech Pathologist contributes to the delivery of safe, person-centred care by applying current clinical knowledge, professional standards, and organisational values in all aspects of practice.

These positions are suited to clinicians who value variety, adaptability, and teamwork. The caseload offers opportunities to develop and refine a broad clinical skill set, supported by regular supervision, mentoring, and professional development pathways. The roles require flexibility to balance competing service priorities, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment where all team members are co-located and contribute to a cohesive, supportive workplace culture.

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Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD’s Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:

·         Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District

·         Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals

·         Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement

·         Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program.

The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information

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