Medical Pathologist jobs in Melbourne VIC

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Location

Northcote

Employment term

Clinical Supervisor (Speech Pathologist)

About Ignite Healthcare

Ignite began because the system wasn’t working the way it should have.

Before Ignite, there was Alice, born with cerebral palsy, in a system where families had to fight hard just to access support. Through her, her uncle, and Ignite’s founder David saw the gaps clearly: people falling through them, and clinicians stretched trying to fill them.

So after studying physiotherapy and working in the field for several years, in, 2018, he built something different.

Today, Ignite is a clinician-led, community-based allied health provider working across Melbourne. Our work happens in real-world settings – homes, schools, communities, and hubs, grounded in practical, person-centred care.

We’re values-driven and intentional about how we work and grow, creating space for clinicians to do their best work, without losing sight of the people it’s for.

Ignite started to support people like Alice. That purpose still guides us.

About the role

Due to our exciting growth, we are looking for a Speech Pathology Clinical Supervisor to provide supervision for clinicians new to or early in their Allied Health community practice.

As a clinical supervisor, you have a crucial role in supporting quality and continuous care and building the confidence and skills of new graduates, early career and new-to-community clinicians

• David Dinca (Managing Director, Physiotherapist)

Benefits

• Attractive Remuneration: Excellent pay package with a travel allowance (fuel cards/toll reimbursement), $5,000 two-year retention bonus, laptop/tablet, mobile phone, and salary packaging options for vehicles available.
• Career Progression: Real opportunities to develop your skills as a clinician in a variety of settings, coach and mentor students, and perhaps even develop your own leadership potential.
• Work-Life Balance: We encourage flexibility and wellbeing, you will manage your own schedule, and we will support you to thrive in your role – whether you choose to work from home or from our beautiful office spaces.
• Vibrant and Ambitious Team: Enjoy working with people who genuinely want to make a difference to the way healthcare is delivered in Australia.
• Professional Development and Tailored Caseload: Training and CPD allowance of $2,000 per annum and 2 days paid study leave provided. We will tailor your caseload to your strengths and interests!
• EAP: up to 6 free counseling sessions per year – on us!
• Annual Doona Day: Take an impromptu day off to stay in bed and watch Netflix or do anything that will make you happy!

Responsibilities

• Support Speech Pathology students on clinical placement with Ignite Healthcare
• Provide clinical supervision to New Graduate Clinicians and/or Early Career Clinicians and/or Clinicians New to Community Practice from the Speech Pathology discipline
• Achieve individual key performance indicators

What we're looking for

• Tertiary education in Speech Pathology
• Registered with SPA
• Clinical experience of working in the disability sector (NDIS, My Aged Care – Home Care Package)
• Worked preferably in the interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary allied health environment
• Excellent written, verbal, and computer literacy skills
• Current driver’s license.

At Ignite, we’re on the lookout for people who are curious, honest, and willing to give things a go. People who ask questions, reflect on their practice, and care deeply about the people they work with.

You don’t need to have it all figured out, just a genuine interest in learning, growing, and doing the work thoughtfully.

You’re welcome here.

Our team is made up of people with different backgrounds, experiences, and ways of thinking, and we’re better for it.

Those differences shape how we learn from each other, solve problems, and show up for the people we support.

We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to belong, grow, and do their best work. Whoever you are, you’re welcome here.

Doing the right thing, even when it’s not the easiest option.

At Ignite, integrity shows up in clear expectations, ethical practice, and honest conversations. We’re upfront with the people we work with and each other, because trust is the foundation of good work and strong teams.

What this means for you:
You’ll work in an environment where values guide decisions, support is genuine, and you don’t have to compromise your professional judgement to get things done.

Curiosity is encouraged. Questions are expected.

We believe growth starts with not having all the answers. A beginner’s mindset means staying curious, open to learning, and willing to try, reflect, and try again, no matter your experience level.

What this means for you:
You’re supported to ask questions, learn from others, and keep building your skills at every stage of your career, from new graduate to experienced clinician.

Real growth beats getting it “right” the first time.

We care more about thoughtful progress than flawless performance. Learning takes time, and mistakes are part of the process. What matters is reflection, support, and moving forward together.

What this means for you:
You won’t be expected to be perfect. You’ll be encouraged to grow, build confidence, and develop at a pace that’s sustainable, with guidance when you need it.

Meaningful work, done by humans, together.

We take our work seriously, but not ourselves. Joy of the journey is about connection, shared wins, and creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and genuinely glad to show up.

What this means for you:
You’ll be part of a team that celebrates progress, supports each other through challenges, and finds moments of joy along the way, because work should feel human, not heavy.