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Limestone Coast Local Health Network Speech Pathologist Candidate Pool (AHP1/2)

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network - Country Health Connect, Mount Gambier
• Salary: $67,466 - $82,259 p.a (pro rata) - AHP1; $86,950 - $100,729 p.a. (pro rata) - AHP2
• Temporary (full-time, part-time, short term/long term) positions may be available 

We are seeking Speech Pathologists to join our dynamic, large, and well-established Speech Pathology team which services the beautiful Limestone Coast region. We have opportunities for experienced as well as new graduate clinicians to join us, with positions working diversely across health care, aged care, paediatric and the disability sector. 

The team supports inpatient services to the largest regional hospital in South Australia, as well as connecting to many other regional hospital sites, as well as providing services to paediatric and adult community clients and their families. 

We provide health care services within the Mount Gambier, Bordertown, Keith, Kingston, Lucindale, Millicent, Naracoorte, and Penola areas. Our health services are well established with technology and infrastructure to support modern telehealth services. There is the potential to base yourself in a large regional city or in one of the many beautiful surrounding towns and regions.  Speech Pathology is a diverse and flexible discipline and our team provides the option to consolidate skills in preferred areas of practise as well as exposure and the adaptability to extend clinical, networking, communication and leadership skills.

The Speech Pathologists work within an energetic and rewarding environment working onsite amongst a range of other allied health, nursing, and medical professionals. In addition to the strong professional connections you will make, we are a large workforce with social networking opportunities if you are new to the region. In addition, there is a young professionals association which run regular fun social events within the region.

You will benefit from ongoing career development and learning opportunities in a progressive rural region. You will have access to an extensive range of clinical supports on site and be part of a welcoming team environment. 

We are continually seeking talented individuals to join our team. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews as opportunities arise.

Feel free to get in touch with us if you require further information.

BENEFITS

• Financial incentives, including salary sacrificing and other provisions
• Up to $13,000 reimbursed Relocation cost may be available
• Work/life balance - many sporting clubs, activities and social events suitable for young and mature professionals
• Supported in Clinical Supervision and Professional Development opportunities, including New Graduate Support Program

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN   

About You

You must hold a recognised qualification in Speech Pathology and be eligible for practicing membership of Speech Pathology Australia. With experience in providing straightforward clinical services, including one-on-one, group and health promotion activities, you will be capable of managing and prioritising your personal workload. You will apply client-centred practice and community engagement principles in the provision of speech pathology services, ensuring clients are meaningfully involved in all aspects of their care.

Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.  

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s) 

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 875224

Enquiries

Shelby Gallio
A/Clinical Senior Speech Pathologist
Phone: 8721 1460
shelby.gallio@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

28 July 2025, 11:55PM

Attachments

875224 Speech Pathologist - Job Pack.pdf

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