Senior Speech Pathologist (522780)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth

Northern Cancer Services

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 20 September, 2026 11:55 PM

Position details

The Team

The North West Cancer Centre offers a rewarding opportunity to work in a supportive team in a specialised role. The Cancer Service is located at the North West Regional Hospital and the position is well connected within the multidisciplinary care team. As part of the care team you will be responsible for cancer patients who have undergone Radiation Therapy or Chemotherapy, under the direction of an Oncologist. This is a specialised position within the cancer field which whilst working as part of a team will work with autonomy in a Senior role to provide excellence in healthcare to the community. The hours are flexible and will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

The Role

This fixed-term, part-time position (8 hours per fortnight for 12 months) provides specialised speech pathology services to patients of the Northern Cancer Service, with a primary focus on gastrointestinal (GI) and head and neck cancer patients. The role is integral to supporting patients throughout their cancer treatment journey, delivering assessment, intervention and management strategies to address treatment-related communication and swallowing difficulties. Ongoing support is also provided following treatment, assisting patients as they transition back to a standard diet and regain swallowing function. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the position contributes to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred cancer care.

About the successful candidate

Applicants will bring:

• Demonstrated expertise in the assessment and management of communication and swallowing disorders, particularly those associated with head and neck cancers.
• Strong clinical judgement and the ability to independently manage a specialised and complex caseload.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, professional development and clinical leadership.

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

Details of appointment

Fixed term part time, day worker position, working 8 hours per fortnight, until end of August 2027.

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

$117,272 to $126,182 per annum (Pro rata). 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 2025.

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 $123,487 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

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• 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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Degree or Diploma in Applied Science, Speech Pathology or equivalent and eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)

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:

• Senior Speech Pathologist HP03.docx

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.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.

For more information

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

Name: David Gration

Position: Chief Radiation Therapist

Phone number: (03) 6493 6039

Email address: david.gration@ths.tas.gov.au

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Day Work + On Call. Minimum 2 weeks commitment required. Experience in Haematology is preferred.

For further information about this job, please contact Skilled Medical on 1300 900 100.

The rate is $1500.00/day

• Located on the Tamar River in the north of Tasmania, this city has approximately 71,788 residents
• This general hospital is a 308 bed facility providing emergency and acute care, specialist services, inpatient and ambulatory care to the city and surrounding district

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A Northern Tasmanian Health Service is seeking a Registrar in Haematology for a placement from late August 2026 to late January 2027.

Shifts: Day Work + On Call. Minimum 2 weeks commitment. Northern Cancer Services (Holman Clinic LGH).

For further information about this job, please contact Skilled Medical on 1300 900 100.

The rate is $1500.00/day

• Located on the Tamar River in the north of Tasmania, this city has approximately 71,788 residents
• Shifts: Day Work + On Call
• Travel and accommodation provided

About Skilled Medical

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm that delivers qualified medical professionals wherever they are needed in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We are a quality accredited firm with years of industry experience supporting communities and assisting medical professionals in their work and careers. To learn more about Skilled Medical please visit us at www.skilledmedical.com

To Apply

To apply for this job, please complete the Skilled Medical Registration form below or the contact form if you have already registered with us. Candidates must be registered with AHPRA and have the Right to Work in Australia. You can also contact a Skilled Medical Recruitment Consultant to discuss this role on 1300 900 100.

For Other Job Opportunities

Skilled Medical has a wide range of locum and permanent job opportunities available. To discuss your interests and needs please contact one of our helpful Recruitment Consultants in Melbourne on 1300 900 100 or in London on 0333 444 2000, or to view current jobs please visit our Job Board.