CNAHS
LYELL McEWIN HOSPITAL
JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
Title of Position:
Classification Code:
Type of Appointment:
Permanent
Temporary
Other
Manager, Speech Pathology Service, LMH
PO3
Division:
Allied Health Division
0.7 FTE
Branch:
Allied Health Division
Section:
Position Number
Position Occupant
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JOB SPECIFICATION
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1. Summary of the broad purpose of the position, and its responsibilities/duties
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The Manager, Speech Pathology is accountable for the provision of effective leadership to direct, develop and
manage Speech Pathology service at Lyell McEwin Hospital. The Manager is responsible for facilitating the ongoing
development of an integrated Speech Pathology service, which will provide a high quality, cost efficient and
comprehensive service. The Manager will actively contribute to divisional management strategies in a teamwork
approach and will act as a team leader of a multidisciplinary clinical services team.
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2. Reporting, Working Relationships (To whom the person reports, staff for whom the person is responsible
and other significant connections and working relationships within the organisation).
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The Manager, Speech Pathology reports to the Director Allied Health Services LMH. The incumbent liaises with
other Allied Health staff, medical and nursing staff, nominated Business Manager, other department or divisional
directors in order to provide optimum outcomes for complex cases and integrated services.
The Manager, Speech Pathology may undertake divisional roles or tasks as delegated and may act in the place of
the Director Allied Health, LMH.
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3. Special Conditions (Such as non-metropolitan location, travel requirements, frequent overtime, etc.)
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An annual performance management agreement to be developed in consultation with the Director Allied Health
Services LMH.
May be required to work at any site within the Central/Northern Adelaide Health Service.
Current S.A. Driver’s licence and willingness to drive a government vehicle is essential.
Home visiting may be required.
Occasional out of hours work and participation in weekend on call roster (via mobile phone supplied by the
department) will be required.
Lyell McEwin Health Service is a smoke free workplace
Any intellectual property invented or created by the Employee as a result of the Employee’s employment at CNAHS
will remain the property of CNAHS unless otherwise agreed in writing between the General Manager and the
Employee.
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4. Statement of Key Responsibilities/Duties (Group into major areas of responsibility/activity & list in
descending order of importance. For senior positions, statements should be made in outcome terms
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Service Management
The Manager, Speech Pathology LMH is responsible for the development of an integrated Speech Pathology service
by:
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promoting a climate in which issues can be dealt with in an open, positive and productive manner.
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ensuring that staff are kept adequately informed about development within LMH.
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working with customers in a best practice approach to service delivery.
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facilitating staff participation in service development and continuous quality improvement.
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contributing to LMH corporate strategy as it relates to the facilities, management of change and service
delivery.
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implementing staffing arrangements and structures based on patient focused multi-disciplinary practice.
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coordinating, and monitoring and identifying priorities in the allocation of staff and resources.
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ensuring that staff are encouraged to acknowledge and discuss organisational change issues.
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Leading a multidisciplinary team in the provision and development of services to specific client group(s).
Policy Development, Service Planning and Evaluation
The Manager, Speech Pathology LMH is responsible for developing, ensuring and maintaining a comprehensive
Speech Pathology service for the communities of Lyell McEwin Hospital by:
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Working with the CNAHS to assess and determine the changing needs of the LMH region to ensure the effective
and safe delivery of Speech Pathology services.
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organising, developing and evaluating the use of all aspects of physical, human and financial resources available
to the service.
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developing and implementing a health outcomes approach to resource allocation, ongoing continuous quality
management and customer focused service development in conjunction with divisional needs.
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ensuring and determining the continual development of policies and procedures for the Speech Pathology
service in consultation with the Director Allied Health Division LMH, and ensuring that staff are fully informed of
and supported to comply with such procedures within the Speech Pathology service.
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fostering innovative practice.
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participating in the development of service agreements with customers.
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preparing and contributing to submissions in relation to Speech Pathology service development needs and
resource requirements
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JOB SPECIFICATION (cont)
Financial and Clinical Activity Management
The Manager, Speech Pathology LMH in collaboration and consultation with the Director Allied Health is responsible
for the effective and efficient financial management of the Speech Pathology service by:
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contributing to the operational efficiency of the divisional information system and providing, analysing and
interpreting financial and clinical activity data for DHS and LMH requirements.
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managing service priorities and resource allocation within the limits of available funding according to Central
Northern Adelaide Health Service (CNAHS) Delegations of Authority.
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Monitoring and evaluating the productivity of the department.
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consulting with the Director Allied Health Division LMH on financial and clinical activity matters pertaining to
Speech Pathology services.
Human Resource Management
The Manager, Speech Pathology LMH in collaboration and consultation with the Director Allied Health is responsible
for the human resource management of the Speech Pathology service by:
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promoting a teamwork approach to the delivery Speech Pathology services.
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developing appropriate job and person specifications relevant to functions and responsibilities of the service.
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ensuring the recruitment, placement of staff according to the departmental and allied health and clinical service
requirements.
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implementing, evaluating and reviewing a comprehensive performance management program for all staff within
the Speech Pathology services.
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identifying staff training needs relevant to individual and departmental needs, and promoting access to
appropriate levels of education and training.
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liaising with staff and Allied Health Director regarding medicolegal issues and patient complaints.
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ensuring adequate supervision of staff and delegating authority to supervisory staff as appropriate.
Clinical
The Manager, Speech Pathology will be responsible for the delivery of a high standard of clinical services to the LMH
by:
providing consultancy and advice to the Speech Pathology staff on service development issues.
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fostering innovative practice.
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participation in departmental inservice education programs, literature reviews, clinical and management courses,
seminars, workshops, conferences and relevant courses of study.
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providing clinical services to a (defined) case load.
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acting as a resource to staff in their area of clinical practise.
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assisting and directing staff in clinical priority setting and resource utilisation, and advising the Director Allied
Health.
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contributing to a coordinated approach to patient care services within LMHS by networking and liasing with key
stakeholders.
Teaching and Research
The Manager, Speech Pathology LMH is responsible for a clinical teaching and research focus within the Speech
Pathology service LMH by:
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developing and participating in educational programs delivered to Speech Pathology and other health disciplines
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liaising with universities to coordinate and be responsible for students placements
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directing, facilitating and participating in research activities within the Department, or jointly with other
departments, by developing submissions in line with the hospitals’ Research and Ethics Committee protocols.
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JOB SPECIFICATION (cont)
Contribute to the ongoing commitment to policies, procedures and culture of continued quality improvement of the
Lyell McEwin Hospital by:
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Complying with Occupational, Health, Safety and Welfare (OHS&W) principles and procedures, including
annual manual handling and emergency code training.
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Complying with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) principles and procedures
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Active participation in continuous Quality Improvement (QI) activities, including the identification of
performance standards and increased efficiencies.
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Active participation in performance opportunity activities, including annual performance appraisal
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Active, ongoing self-education and development and attendance to staff meetings
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Active participation in training and support for new staff to the department
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Complying with Lyell McEwin Hospital delegations of authority
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Complying with the Code of Fair Information Practice and other policies on privacy and confidentiality, eg
FOI.
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Compliance with all Lyell McEwin Hospital and departmental policies and procedures
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Compliance with all Federal, State and Department of Human Services statutory and regulatory guidelines
and legislation
To ensure that staff and other persons in their work area are safe from risks to health and safety by:
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Carrying out responsibilities as detailed in organisational occupational health, safety and injury management
(OHS&IM) policies and procedures;
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Implementing and monitoring relevant OHS&IM policies, and procedures within their work areas;
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Identifying hazards, assessing risks and implementing, monitoring and maintaining hazard control measures in
consultation with staff and relevant committees;
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Investigating incidents and accidents, ensuring action is taken to prevent a re-occurrence and the appropriate
report forms are completed;
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Ensuring incidents and accidents are reported to the OHS&IM unit immediately they are advised by the worker;
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Participating in OHS&IM planning;
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Providing staff with the necessary information, instruction, training and supervision to effectively and safely carry
out the work;
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Maintaining relevant OHS&IM documentation; and
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Consulting with health and safety representatives, committees and staff on changes to the workplace, which
have the potential to impact on health and safety.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
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Essential Minimum Requirements (Those characteristics considered absolutely necessary.)
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Educational / Vocational Qualifications (Include only those listed in Commissioner's Circular No. 50,
Appendix 1 as an essential qualification for the specified classification group).
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Bachelor or Masters Degree in Speech Pathology.
Eligibility for registration with the Speech Pathology Association of Australia.
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Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills (Related to the job description, and expressed in a way which allows
objective assessment)
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Demonstrated proactive approach to the development of Speech Pathology services.
Demonstrated leadership skills with an ability to deal positively with change.
Demonstrated high level of negotiation & conflict resolution skills.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills of a high standard.
Demonstrated organisational skills of a high standard.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team and in a multi-disciplinary setting.
Demonstrated ability to critically appraise clinical situations, consult with stakeholders and provide advice and
direction to management and staff.
Demonstrated ability in handling multiple and diverse responsibilities.
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Experience (including community experience)
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Extensive experience of at least two clinical areas currently required by LMH and a broad understanding of other
clinical areas.
Demonstrated experience at a Senior Clinician level.
Demonstrated experience of supervision of professional staff and students
Demonstrated experience in quality / service improvement.
Demonstrated experience for the management of a program.
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Knowledge
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Demonstrated knowledge of principles and practical application of:
(1) Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
(2) Continuous Quality Improvement.
(3) Equal Employment Opportunity.
(4) The EQuIP process.
(5) Performance Management.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION (cont)
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Desirable Characteristics (to distinguish between applicants who have met all essential requirements)
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Experience
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Experience in a health setting.
Strategic planning in a multidisciplinary, acute care environment.
Financial Management.
Senior clinical role for minimum of 3 years
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Knowledge
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A knowledge of current Allied Health management information systems.
Current knowledge of Microsoft Office computer software packages.
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Educational/Vocational Qualifications (Considered to be useful in carrying out the responsibilities of the
position)
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A post graduate qualification in Management related discipline (such as Human Resource and Business
Management).
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