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Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time until Jan 2027Position Classification:Speech Pathologist Level 1Remuneration:$76,364 - $89,232 + superHours Per Week:38Location: ArmidaleRequisition ID:REQ647718Applications Close: Sunday the 29th of MarchKick-start your career as an Early Career Speech Pathologist with Hunter New England Local Health District, where youll be supported to grow, make a real impact, and deliver meaningful care to children and families across our community.About the role:Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Early Career Speech Pathologist to join our Community Health team in Armidale.In this role, you will provide high-quality, patient-centred speech pathology services to children and their families across a variety of settings. You will manage a clinical caseload, including outreach to smaller rural sites, ensuring equitable access to allied health services across the region.Working closely with senior clinicians and a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver evidence-based care, contribute to service improvement initiatives, and support positive health outcomes for paediatric patients.Key ResponsibilitiesAs an Early Career Speech Pathologist, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to children and their families across community and outreach settings. Key responsibilities include:Managing a paediatric caseload, including assessment and interventionDelivering evidence-based speech pathology services in line with professional standardsProviding care across a variety of settings, including outreach to rural and smaller sitesWorking collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support continuity of careCommunicating effectively with patients, families, carers, and health professionalsParticipating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service deliveryEngaging in regular supervision, training, and professional development opportunitiesWhere youll be working:Based at Armidale Community Health Centre, our Speech Pathology team is a small, supportive, and dynamic group committed to delivering high-quality care across the New England region.Armidale offers a unique lifestyle in the New England High Country, featuring beautiful heritage architecture, vibrant arts and culture, and easy access to multiple world heritage national parks. Its the perfect blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle balance.About youYou are a motivated and passionate early career Speech Pathologist who is committed to delivering high-quality care and developing your clinical skills. You will bring:Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in speech pathology which provides eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to effectively manage time and prioritise competing demandsCommitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional developmentA collaborative approach and ability to work within a multidisciplinary teamInterest or experience in paediatric speech pathologyA positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to learnA friendly, approachable nature with a great sense of humourWhat we can offer you:AtHunter 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:Annual leave (pro rata for part time employees) + ADO''s each month (for full time employees)Salary packaging optionsFitness PassportSustainable Healthcare:Together towards zeroEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family membersOpportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Alison Marshall on Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: 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.For all Allied health positions:You can access scholarships or grants to support your ongoing training and professional development Scholarships & Grants for Health Care Education & Training | HETITo 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.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 for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.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 or 1300 40 25 23.Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.Connect with us on FacebookandLinkedIn!