Senior Speech Pathologist (Permanent, Full-Time)
Tasmanian Health Service, South
Are you a Speech Pathologist looking for your next adventure — or maybe just a workplace where the coffee is strong, the team is friendly, and your professional growth is genuinely supported?
We’ve got just the role.
We’re inviting applications for a Senior Speech Pathologist to join our growing Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Speech Pathology service at the Royal Hobart Hospital. This is your chance to step into a senior clinical role in a department that values curiosity, kindness, excellence… and a good laugh along the way.
About the Role
You’ll work alongside our ENT Clinical Lead Speech Pathologist to deliver specialised care for patients with voice, swallowing, and upper airway disorders, while also contributing to the growth of this evolving service.
You’ll be part of a collaborative team of around 25 Speech Pathologists, working across diverse clinical areas. Whether you’re already experienced in ENT or keen to build your skills in this space, we will support you every step of the way.
We know starting (or stretching into) something new can feel daunting — so we’ve created a culture where:
- Asking questions is encouraged
- Learning is continuous
- And no one expects you to know everything on day one (or even day two)
What We Offer (aka why you’ll actually enjoy coming to work)
- A senior clinical role with real influence in a developing specialist service
- A supportive, down-to-earth team that’s serious about patient care (but not too serious about itself)
- Strong focus on training and development, including:
- Structured supervision and peer mentoring
- Generous PD budget
- Paid travel for relevant interstate courses and conferences
- Access to clinical support from experienced colleagues
- Hands-on training in instrumental assessments (VFSS, FEES, nasendoscopy, videostroboscopy) — whether you’re building confidence or starting from scratch
- Opportunities to contribute to service development and leadership portfolios
- Involvement in teaching and mentoring students from the University of Tasmania
- A workplace grounded in CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence
And outside of work…
We’re based just steps from Hobart’s iconic waterfront. That means:
- Excellent coffee
- Donuts, sourdough, and excellent lunch options
- A thriving arts and food scene
- Sunsets lighting up kunanyi / Mount Wellington that pair beautifully with a local pinot noir (or gris - if white is more your style)
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in Speech Pathology, with interest in ENT/upper airway management
- Experience in instrumental assessment is highly regarded — but not essential if you’re willing to learn (we’ll train you)
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary collaboration
- Enthusiasm for mentoring, leadership, and ongoing learning
- Alignment with our CARE values
The bottom line
If you’re ready for a senior role where you’ll be supported, trained, and genuinely valued — not just expected to already know everything — we’d love to hear from you.
Come for the clinical opportunities. Stay for the team, the training… and possibly the donuts.
Interested?
For more information on becoming a Senior ENT Speech Pathologist within our team, or to learn more about what we can do for you please contact Ruth Best, Discipline Lead at ruth.best@ths.tas.gov.au or 0459 871 729
If you need any more convincing about our beautiful state, here it is Be Tasmanian
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.
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:
Application Guide:
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
Head of Department - Speech Pathology
0459 871 729
ruth.best@ths.tas.gov.au
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!
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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.
