Speech Pathologist

Mercy Health

Young, NSW, Australia
Level 3; not specified; not specified ph
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Acquired communication and swallowing impairments
Neurodegenerative conditions
Acquired brain injury
** Mercy Health is seeking a full-time Speech Pathologist for their Mercy Care Centre in Young, NSW. The role involves providing patient-centered care for inpatients and outpatients dealing with communication and swallowing impairments, and requires a compassionate, resilient professional committed to teamwork and leadership. **

Job Summary

  • Fantastic opportunity to become a rural generalist senior Speech Pathologist at Mercy Care Centre, Young, NSW (MMCY).
  • Our Speech Pathologist provides care to inpatient acute, sub-acute inpatients (rehabilitation, geriatric rehabilitation and palliative care), adult community outpatients, and Transitional Aged Care Program.
  • Enjoy a rewarding career in the "Cherry Capital", offering great work life balance and experiences.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Mercy Health is seeking a full-time Speech Pathologist for their Mercy Care Centre in Young, NSW. The role involves providing patient-centered care for inpatients and outpatients dealing with communication and swallowing impairments, and requires a compassionate, resilient professional committed to teamwork and leadership. **

Salary

Level 3; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • acquired communication and swallowing impairments
  • neurodegenerative conditions
  • acquired brain injury
  • head and neck cancer
  • patient-centred care
  • rural generalist role

Nice-to-have

  • resilient, compassionate and a whole lot of heart
  • advocate for the speech therapy profession
  • leader amongst the Allied Health team
  • positive approach

Key Requirements

  • SPA Registration and Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status
  • current Police Record Check
  • NSW Working with Children Check
  • Proof of current influenza vaccination
  • unrestricted Australian driver's license
  • Previous hospital-based experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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