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 for you.
We’re inviting applications for a Senior Speech Pathologist to join our collaborative and welcoming team at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH). This is a great opportunity to step into a senior clinical role within a department that values curiosity, kindness, excellence and a good laugh.
About the Role
You’ll be part of a team of around 25 Speech Pathologists working across a variety of clinical areas. Whether you’re already experienced in a particular specialty or keen to broaden your scope, we’ll provide all the training, supervision, and support you need to feel confident and capable.
We know starting something new can be daunting — so we’ve built 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
- A senior clinical role in a team that’s serious about care, but not too serious about itself
- Structured support to help you develop new clinical skills, including supervision and peer mentoring
- Opportunities to contribute to service development and take on leadership responsibilities
- Involvement in mentoring junior staff and students from the University of Tasmania
- Generous professional development support, including a PD budget, paid travel to relevant events, and access to supervision
- A central location near Hobart’s waterfront — with excellent donuts, world-class pinot noir, and sunsets viewed from Kunanyi / Mount Wellington that make even the busiest days feel worth it
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in Speech Pathology, with a willingness to keep learning
- A commitment to evidence-based practice and collaborative care
- Enthusiasm for mentoring and leadership
- Alignment with our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (CARE)
This position is based at the Royal Hobart Hospital, Tasmania’s tertiary referral centre and major teaching hospital. We’re proud to foster a workplace culture that supports your growth, values your contributions, and ensures you feel safe and supported every step of the way.
Interested?
For more information on becoming a Senior 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 (03) 6166 8434
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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
Discipline Lead Speech Pathology Services
(03) 6166 8434
ruth.best@ths.tas.gov.au
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