Speech Pathologist Grade 2 - Monash Children's
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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Speech Pathologist Grade 2 | Full-time | Fixed-term until February 2027 | Parental Leave Cover | Monash Children’s Hospital, Clayton
About the Role
Join our experienced and dynamic Speech Pathology team at Monash Children’s Hospital, providing evidence-based care to infants, children and adolescents across a growing tertiary paediatric service.
You’ll work across inpatient and outpatient services, with a diverse caseload spanning communication and swallowing, general paediatrics, neonatal care and Monash Children’s in the Home.
This is a great opportunity to broaden your paediatric experience while contributing to student education, service development, quality improvement, teaching and research within a highly supportive multidisciplinary team.
The service operates Monday to Friday, with cross-site work, local travel for Monash Children’s in the Home and participation in the Clayton weekend roster required.
About Us
Monash Children’s Hospital is one of Australia’s leading providers of integrated children’s health services, with more than 30 specialist services and programs. We have Victoria’s largest Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and provide leading paediatric services in many areas including Rehabilitation & Oncology. Allied Health at Monash Children’s Hospital provides specialised services to paediatric patients across the continuum including inpatients, outpatients and via Hospital in the Home.
About You
To thrive in this role you will bring:
- At least 2 years’ experience in acute paediatric Speech Pathology
- Strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
- A collaborative approach to working within a multidisciplinary paediatric team
- Enthusiasm for delivering high-quality, evidence-based care
Mandatory requirements:
- Relevant Speech Pathology qualification or recognised equivalent, including overseas qualifications assessed by Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) within the past two years
- Eligibility for Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) membership with SPA
In Return
As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:
- Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options
- Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth
- Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence
- Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance
- Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways
- Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging
At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Annelies Tuohy, Speech Pathology Profession Lead, Monash Children’s on 0407 028 035.
Position Description documents can be found here.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’.
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 12 September 2026