Speech Pathologist (Lvl 4) - Head of Department - Temp FT South Western Sydney Local Health District REQ Requisition ID: REQ Employment Type: Temporary Full Time working 38 hours per week until September 2027 Remuneration: $2,424.83 - $2,483.61 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position. With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. Achieve Something Great An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated Speech Pathology leader to step into a temporary Head of Department role within a small, supportive metro hospital. This maternity leave backfill offers the chance to lead a dedicated team, shape service delivery, and contribute to high-quality, patient-centred care across acute and outpatient settings. You will provide clinical and operational leadership, support workforce development, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams to drive service improvement and outcomes. This role is ideal for a proactive clinician with leadership experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for delivering accessible, evidence-based care in a collaborative environment. Are You the Right Fit? The successful applicant will be an experienced Speech Pathologist with demonstrated leadership capability and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient centred care. You will bring: Proven experience in a senior clinician or leadership role Strong and broad range clinical expertise in acute settings, with a commitment to evidence-based practice Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, enabling effective collaboration with medical, nursing, and allied health Highly developed organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment A proactive, flexible approach and a genuine passion for service improvement and workforce development Selection Criteria To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below. Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in speech pathology which provides eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer Do you have a current Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2)? if you hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted Extensive clinical knowledge, experience and skills in managing adult patients with acquired communication and swallowing disorders including instrumental assessment Demonstrated high level communication skills (oral and written) including advocacy and negotiation skills Demonstrated knowledge and skills in service management functions including supervision of staff and management of team performance Demonstrated leadership in the planning, implementation and evaluation of local service delivery incorporating the quality improvement process and Evidence Based Practice (EBP) If you’d like more details, we’re here to help. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community. More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us? Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff) One extra day off each month for full-time employees Work-Life Balance Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role) Paid maternity and parental leave Generous leave options like long service and carers leave Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP) Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance Additional Information Temporary visa holders May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found. NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today. #J-18808-Ljbffr