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• Eyre and Far North Local Health Network
• Position based in Ceduna, Streaky Bay or Port Lincoln, alternative locations within EFN region can be considered
• Ongoing Full Time
• Salary
  • AHP1 $73,710 - $89,981 p.a + Regional Incentive Payment + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits 
  • AHP2 $94,997 - $110,052 p.a + Regional Incentive Payment + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits 

Make a Meaningful Impact - Join Our Rural Speech Pathology Team!

Are you passionate about working in a rural health setting, where your skills will have a direct and lasting impact on individuals, families and communities? We’re looking for a Speech Pathologist at either AHP1 or AHP2 level to join our dedicated team providing vital therapy services across South Australia's Eyre and Far North region.

Whether you're an early-career professional looking to build your rural generalist experience, or an experienced clinician ready to take the next step in service development and clinical leadership, this role offers challenge, diversity and opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

Working as part of the Country Health Connect multi-disciplinary team, you will:

• Deliver speech pathology services to children and adults across a variety of settings, including inpatients, outpatients, aged care, and the community.
• Support early intervention, health promotion and group therapy programs that meet local and cultural needs.
• Participate in supervision and mentoring (AHP1) or provide clinical support and guidance to students and peers (AHP2).
• Collaborate with clients, families, and stakeholders to achieve person-centred, goal-directed outcomes.

Who We're Looking For

• Do you have a passion for rural and remote healthcare and enjoy making a meaningful difference in community-focused settings?
• Are you a confident and culturally sensitive clinician who builds positive relationships with Aboriginal clients, families and communities?
• Do you enjoy working independently while being part of a supportive team, managing your caseload and contributing to service planning and improvement?
• Are you committed to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development, with the clinical skills and initiative to provide high-quality speech pathology care?

About Us

With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you.

The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy.  We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna.

Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications.

Country Health Connect provides vital community and allied health services to people living in regional and remote South Australia. We support individuals and families across all life stages - from early intervention for children to aged care services for older adults—helping them stay healthy, independent, and connected to their communities. Our multidisciplinary teams deliver person-centred care that’s flexible, culturally respectful, and responsive to local needs.

Click here to learn more about living and working in Eyre and Far North Local Health Network.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and regional incentives
• Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Wellbeing and counselling support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program
• Access to regional professional networks and ongoing professional development
• Lifestyle balance rarely achievable in metropolitan settings
• Paid leave with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.

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.

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: 951297

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Enquiries

Caitlin Parker
Allied Health Program Manager - Child Health
Phone: 76691063
E-mail: caitlin.parker@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: 25 September 2025 11.55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

951297 AHP1 - Speech Pathologist - Role Description.pdf

951297 AHP2 - Speech Pathologist - Role Description.pdf