SPEECH PATHOLOGIST – AUSTRALIA Full Time

JOB SPECIFICATION
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST – AUSTRALIA
Recruitment Agency: Takora Human Capital
Client: Confidential Australian Healthcare Client
Location: Australia
Position: Speech Pathologist
Candidate Requirement: Onshore candidates only
Visa: Client-sponsored, subject to eligibility and client mandate

POSITION OVERVIEW
Takora Human Capital, representing our Australian client, is seeking an experienced Speech Pathologist to provide professional assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of communication and swallowing disorders.

The successful candidate will work with clients across appropriate age groups and clinical settings, developing individualised intervention plans and collaborating with families, carers and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.

Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years’ relevant professional experience and meet the applicable Australian registration and eligibility requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 4 years’ relevant experience as a Speech Pathologist.
Relevant Speech Pathology qualification from an accredited institution.
Current professional registration or eligibility for registration in Australia.
Meet the applicable Australian registration/eligibility requirements.
Demonstrated experience assessing and managing communication and/or swallowing disorders.
Strong clinical assessment and intervention skills.
Ability to develop and implement individualised therapy and treatment plans.
Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Strong clinical documentation and reporting skills.
Commitment to client-centred and evidence-based practice.
Must currently be based in Australia for this mandate.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct comprehensive speech, language and communication assessments.
Assess and manage speech, language, communication and swallowing difficulties within the relevant scope of practice.
Develop individualised assessment, intervention and treatment plans.
Deliver evidence-based speech pathology interventions.
Monitor client progress and modify intervention plans where required.
Provide appropriate communication and swallowing strategies to clients, families and carers.
Conduct clinical reviews and document outcomes.
Prepare professional clinical reports and maintain accurate client records.
Collaborate with families, carers, educators and other relevant stakeholders.
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Refer clients to other healthcare professionals where appropriate.
Provide education and advice regarding communication and swallowing needs.
Maintain professional knowledge through continuing professional development.
Comply with relevant Australian healthcare, professional and workplace standards.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Clinical Skills

Speech and language assessment
Communication assessment
Speech therapy/intervention
Language therapy/intervention
Swallowing assessment and management
Clinical reasoning
Treatment planning
Client progress monitoring
Clinical documentation
Professional Skills

Excellent communication
Client-centred approach
Empathy and active listening
Critical thinking
Problem-solving
Team collaboration
Time management
Professional integrity
Attention to detail
REGISTRATION & ELIGIBILITY
Candidates must satisfy the applicable Australian Speech Pathology registration and eligibility requirements.

Candidates may be required to provide:

Speech Pathology qualification
Relevant academic transcripts
Current professional registration details
Evidence of relevant professional experience
Identification/passport documentation
Relevant certificates/licences
Registration/eligibility documentation
Updated CV
All registration and eligibility requirements will be subject to verification by the relevant Australian authorities and the client’s requirements.

ONshore REQUIREMENT
IMPORTANT: This mandate is currently restricted to candidates who are already based in Australia.

Candidates currently outside Australia will not be considered under the current mandate unless the client changes the recruitment scope.

VISA SPONSORSHIP
The client will provide visa sponsorship in accordance with the mandate, subject to the successful candidate meeting the applicable:

Immigration requirements
Professional registration requirements
Qualification requirements
Eligibility requirements
Client requirements
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to submit their updated CV and supporting documentation to:

info@takora.co.za

Subject: Speech Pathologist – Australia