Careers

• Speech Pathologist – Level 1/2
• Part-Time (0.6FTE) Temporary Contract

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Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is an internationally recognised, independent not-for-profit cancer hospital delivering patient-centred, multidisciplinary cancer care. As one of only two comprehensive cancer centres in Australia, Lifehouse brings together world-leading clinical expertise, research, innovation, and education within a single, purpose-built facility.

We are committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment where respect, discovery, empowerment, and care underpin everything we do—for our patients and our people.

An opportunity for Speech Pathologists to join a multidisciplinary team in our specialist cancer treatment centre.

Purpose of Position:

An exciting opportunity exists for a Speech Pathologist (Level 1/2) to join the Allied Health team at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse on a part-time temporary contract.

This role provides Speech Pathology services to inpatients and outpatients within a specialist oncology setting, with a primary focus on Head and Neck cancer. The successful applicant will assess and manage patients experiencing communication and/or swallowing difficulties related to cancer and its treatment.

The position will require the applicant to;

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, allied health professionals and integrative medicine practitioners, with the aim of providing benchmarked speech pathology interventions.
• Provide appropriate consultation and intervention for patients experiencing communication and swallowing difficulties in the context of their treatment or diagnosis.
• Provision of appropriate documentation and steps taken to obtain a Medicare provider number to provide outpatient services.

Selection Criteria

Essential

• Bachelor or Postgraduate qualification in Speech Pathology (or equivalent).
•  Practising membership with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) or eligibility and willingness to obtain if successful.
• Demonstrated experience in managing communication and swallowing disorders, preferably within surgical and/or radiation oncology using a range of service delivery models.
• Demonstrated knowledge of, or skills in instrumental swallow assessments (e.g. VFSS, FEES).
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Strong communication, organisational, and time-management skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement.

Desirable

• Experience supervising students or contributing to teaching and training activities.
• Previous experience working in acute or specialist hospital settings.

Benefits

• Optional salary packaging options through Smart $15,900 tax free
• Optional Meal and entertainment card $2,600 tax free
• Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport (for you and your family)
• A values-led, inclusive workplace where diversity is respected and supported

If you are interested to be part of our multidisciplinary team, apply today by sending your cover letter and resume to careers@lh.org.au.

For more information on this opportunity please contact Emma Charters, Speech Pathology Team Lead at Emma.Charters@lh.org.au   

This is a Category A position. To be employed by Chris O’Brien Lifehouse you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy. Information regarding this Policy is available on our careers website: http://www.mylifehouse.org.au/aboutlifehouse/careers/

At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to providing a working environment where each individual is valued, respected, and supported to progress. Our priority is to ensure culture, policies, and processes are truly inclusive and that no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, gender, culture, disability, LGBTIQA+ identities, family and caring responsibilities, age, or religion. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria and shares Chris O`Brien Lifehouse values to apply.