Speech Pathologist

Reference Number: 52628:  Speech Pathologist - Grade 2 - Casual  Employment Type: Casual (CS)  Location: Northern Health (All Campuses)    About Northern Health: As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.  Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour’s drive from the CBD (still within the bounds of Myki and ride-sharing), Melbourne’s North is fast becoming the place to be. Northern Health is currently seeking passionate and skilled Speech Pathologists to join our dynamic team on a casual basis. If you're looking to grow your clinical experience in an acute caseload, and be part of a supportive and forward-thinking health service, we want to hear from you Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services in Melbourne’s rapidly growing outer north. Services are provided through our five main campuses: Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre, Craigieburn Centre, and Kilmore District Hospital.  In addition, Mental Health Services are provided at Epping, Broadmeadows, Jacana, Preston, Mill Park and Coburg. About the Role: We’re offering casual Grade 2 Speech Pathologist roles for those with a special interest in adult acute caseloads to work in our weekend service. These opportunities are perfect for clinicians looking to broaden their skills in a collaborative environment while contributing meaningfully to patient outcomes. You’ll work independantly with a diverse range of clients and conditions across inpatient wards on weekends. We also have flexibility to provide weekday shifts that suit your availability. This is an excellent chance to experience what it's like to be part of Northern Health and be the first to know about upcoming permanent positions. To be successful in this role you will have: Experience and good working knowledge of the assessment and management of patients presenting with disorders of communication and swallowing in an acute setting Strong interpersonal communication skills Strong self-reflection skills and positive attitude to learning Demonstrated flexibility in caseload management, in particular, an ability to manage a busy and varied caseload Ability to work autonomously  Next Steps . . . If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts. For further details, please refer to the Position Description. Alternatively, you can email Elissa Thomson, Clinical Leader Speech Pathology, Orthoptics, Audiology and Music Therapy at  Applications close  2 December 2025 Shortlisting will commence immediately for this vacancy. If an appropriate candidate is sourced, the advertising may close early, thus we advise you to apply right away. Why work at the Northern Health? NH offer a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally. Our staff benefits include award winning facilities and campus partnerships, Professional development and events, an award winning Health and wellbeing program and financial benefits. Health and Wellbeing programs, including our new ‘Thrive’ program Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support An inclusive and culturally safe space Access to salary packaging, EAP, our online library and onsite car parking Work with us Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.