Speech Pathology Allied Health Assistant

Tasmanian Health Service, South

(Permanent Full-time)

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In response to the growing need for specialised care for older adults in Southern Tasmania, the Tasmanian Health Service is transitioning a number of beds at the Repatriation Hospital to a Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM) Model of Care. As a result of this, we are excited to welcome a new Speech Pathology Allied Health Assistant to our team.  

This role will primarily be based at the Repatriation Hospital in Hobart. A short stroll to both the waterfront and city centre.

The Role:

Assist in the provision of effective and efficient client care (under supervision) to patients presenting with communication and swallowing difficulties, and assist with the day to day running of the Speech Pathology Service.

1. Implement the treatment of referred clients, monitor patient progress, communicate treatment outcomes to the clinician and document in the client progress notes.
2. Assist Speech Pathologists and other Allied Health Assistants with preparation of clinical areas and treatment of clients including the provision of programs and equipment as required.
3. Provide efficient and effective administrative and clerical support to Speech Pathologists by maintaining and updating patient and statistical information.
4. Maintain appropriate records and statistics as required.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment:

Permanent, full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 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: $65,236 to $68,925 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Benefit available to eligible candidates 

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.
• 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.

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and 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: 523841, 530305 Allied Health Assistant HSO5 (August 2024) CSU.docx

Application Guide:  Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

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 attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

What it is like working at the Department of Health? 

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For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Ruth Best
Position: Discipline Lead Speech Pathology Services
Phone number: (03) 6166 8434
Email address: ruth.best@ths.tas.gov.au

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