• Limited term part time opportunity until December 2026
• Location: Peninsula University Hospital (Frankston)
• Classification: Speech Pathologist Grade 3, Year 1 - Year 4 (VW6 - VW9)*

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. 

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.  

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.  

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026. 

The Team & Role 

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Speech Pathologist to join the Bayside Health Peninsula subacute team on a fixed term basis (parental leave) 32 hours a week, until December 2026. The Senior Subacute Speech Pathologist provides clinical and operational leadership in the subacute setting, which is based across two sites. The role requires a strong patient-centred approach, collaborative working style and involvement in service development opportunities. 

The subacute senior speech pathologist plays an active role in clinical education for students and clinicians. Working closely with other senior clinicians in Speech Pathology and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will provide best practice care in a supported environment. 

A regular day could see you: 
- running a group aphasia therapy session 
- conducting swallowing assessments (clinical bedside, or Videofluoroscopy)
- providing education to a patient and their family in supporting discharge planning
- supervising a Grade 2 Speech Pathologist
- representing speech pathology in a multidisciplinary group

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This is a 32 hour per week part time position. We’re flexible with how the hours are spread across the week and welcome discussion around preferred working patterns.

Please contact Anna Ryan with any questions on 0468 697 512. Come and join our fantastic team! 

 
 Skills & Experience Required 

• Eligible for practising membership of Speech Pathology Australia.    
• Extensive experience and knowledge in the provision of best/evidence based subacute speech 
  pathology services.  
• Ability to provide effective leadership for clinical practice and operational performance, within a 
  dynamic multidisciplinary setting.    
• Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) competency and experience in developing and 
  facilitating training and competency programs (desirable) 

Benefits  

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities 
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking  
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing 
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots 
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport 
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program 
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders 

Next Steps 

For role specific information please contact Anna Ryan on 0468 697 512.

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the Talent Acquisition Team at recruitmentandonboarding@phcn.vic.gov.au or 03 9784 2700 (option 1). 

The role ceases advertising on the 22nd of March 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.   

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/ 

Additional Information 

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.    

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/    

*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.  For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/ 

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.  

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.