Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (from 1 June 2026 until 4 July 2027)

Position Classification: Speech Pathologist - Level 3

Remuneration: $116,892.00 – $120,680.00 per annum (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ647643

Location: Griffith Community Health

About The Role The Level 3 Senior Clinical Speech Pathologist is responsible for providing a range of high-level assessment, therapeutic and preventative speech pathology services in paediatric and adult contexts, within scope, according to relevant models of care and priorities. The clinician is able to demonstrate advanced reasoning skills and operate with minimal direct clinical supervision.

Key Deliverables

• Deliver comprehensive, evidence-based speech pathology services across relevant settings, including outreach and weekend services as required
• Lead and collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes and facilitate safe, timely discharge
• Provide clinical supervision and support to junior Speech Pathologists, Allied Health Assistants, and students
• Maintain accurate documentation and activity statistics in line with KPIs and NSW Health Directives
• Contribute to service planning, quality improvement, and research with relevant stakeholders
• Demonstrate cultural competence and a commitment to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal people

A Successful Candidate Will Have

• A tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology and eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia
• Advanced clinical knowledge and experience in speech pathology practice, with a strong commitment to evidence-based practice
• Demonstrated experience in clinical and team leadership, including supervision of staff and students
• Experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, and education programs for service improvement
• Strong time management, written and verbal communication, and IT skills, including willingness to utilise telehealth
• A current Class C drivers’ licence and willingness to travel
• Compliance with NSW Health requirements including a National Police Check, Working with Children Check, and vaccination category A
• A commitment to NSW Health's CORE values (Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment), workplace safety, and continuous professional development

What MLHD Offer

• Up to $10k attraction and relocation payment + $10k rolling annual incentive (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location). Find out more here!
• Relocation Support - Assistance for interstate applicants to help you transition smoothly into our community
• Make a Meaningful Impact
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development and ongoing learning
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Ellen McMaster – A/ Allied Health and Ambulatory Care Manager on Ellen.McMaster@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications close: 7 April 2026

MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds