Queensland Health (Organisation site ())Speech Pathology Department, Allied Health Services Division, THHSThe role works by contributing to patient care by providing clinical support tasks delegated under the direct or indirect supervision of a Speech Pathologist.Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the public healthcare provider for more than 250,000 people across a geographic area of 150,000km2, delivering a comprehensive range of services across 21 facilities, from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.The Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland.Our purpose is 'great care every day'.About your opportunityProvide a defined range of patient interventions as delegated by the Speech Pathologist and work under their direction.
This may include:Clinical pathwaysPatient specific guidelines/protocols.Provide basic education on a defined range of topics to patients or groups of patients.Assist in group treatment sessions and provide feedback following sessions to the Speech Pathologist on individual and group performance.Generous remuneration package value up to $82,130 p.a.
comprising:Salary range of $68,471 to $71,983 p.a.
(CA3)17.5% leave loading + leave12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.Other employment benefits may include: professional development, salary sacrificing options, shift and locality allowances, employee wellness and assistance programs, and access to corporate discounts.RequirementsWhile not mandatory, a Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance would be well regarded.Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland Health to seek a 'working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position.This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.Please refer to the Role Description for further details.Why make the change?Townsville University Hospital is a great place to work and Townsville itself is a great place to live - with the natural wonders of Magnetic Island a short boat ride away and Townsville being one of the main gateways to the Great Barrier Reef.Townsville offers great cafe culture at the strand with plenty of great walking tracks around the region.
It is a dynamic neighbourhood with access to a variety of top-notch educational facilities, cutting-edge medical facilities, affordable housing, distinctive retail stores, great events, and a wide range of recreation opportunities.Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.Please download the Role Description from the 'Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates- (PDF, 70KB)QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)CA3 Speech Pathology Assistant 30480054 (Word, 387KB)Need help?If you have any questions about your account or accessing this website, please check our knowledge base.Inclusion and diversityWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity, including making any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.#J-18808-Ljbffr