Senior Speech Pathologist, Ear Nose & Throat (permanent, full-time)

Tasmanian Health Service, South

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Senior Speech Pathologist to join our establishing Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Speech Pathology team at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH).

In this role, you will work closely with our ENT Clinical Lead Speech Pathologist to provide specialised services to patients referred for assessment and management of voice, swallowing, and upper airway disorders. You will be part of a dynamic and supportive department of approximately 25 Speech Pathologists working across a range of specialist areas.

What we offer:

• A senior clinical role within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
• Opportunities to contribute to service development and hold a leadership portfolio.
• Active involvement in mentoring junior staff and students from the University of Tasmania’s Master of Speech Pathology program.
• Generous professional development (PD) support, including a PD budget, paid travel to relevant interstate events, and access to clinical supervision and peer support.
• A central location just steps from Hobart’s iconic waterfront, with easy access to cultural events, great food, and a vibrant community.

And yes – the coffee is excellent, the sourdough is artisanal, and the local pinot noir pairs beautifully with a sunset over kunanyi / Mount Wellington.

Speech Pathology Careers in the Tasmanian Health Service

What we’re looking for:

• Demonstrated experience in a relevant field of Speech Pathology.
• Competence in instrumental assessments such as VFSS, FEES, nasendoscopy, and/or videostroboscopy will be highly regarded, with support available to develop these skills if needed.
• A commitment to evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Alignment with our organisational values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (CARE).

This position is based at the Royal Hobart Hospital, Tasmania’s tertiary referral centre and major university teaching hospital. We are proud to offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace culture, where your professional growth and wellbeing are supported.

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Details of appointment:

Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $110,425 to $121,907 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.2 of 2022.

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. 

Allowances: 

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme 

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available: 

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum

Benefits available to eligible candidates: 

• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Tertiary qualification/program of study accredited by Speech Pathology Australia

• Eligible for membership with the Speech Pathology Australia

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties: 

• Generic Senior Speech Pathologist HP03 (July 2023) CSU (2).docx

Application Guide:  

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the selection criteria detailed in the attached Statement of Duties. 

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Ruth Best
Discipline Lead Speech Pathology Services
(03) 6166 8434
ruth.best@ths.tas.gov.au

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.