Speech pathology is one of seven allied health disciplines represented at Bendigo Health. Speech pathologists can be found in almost all areas of Bendigo Health - on the Bendigo Hospital campus, Anne Caudle Centre campus and in local and regional teams servicing the Loddon Mallee region. At Bendigo Health, speech pathologists are available in:

• Inpatient wards 
• Community outpatients
• Outpatient rehabilitation
• Inpatient rehabilitation
• Home Assessment and Rehabilitation Team (HART)
• Hospice and Evaluation Unit
• Marjorie Phillips Unit
• Rural Health Team
• Residential care

The Bendigo Health speech pathology department is a skilled team of dedicated professionals. We currently have 14 staff  who are committed to providing a caring, supportive, client focused service to those needing help with communication and/or swallowing. Our current staff profile illustrates the strength and versatility of the department. The organisation supports five Grade 1 staff, three Grade 2 positions, two Senior Grade 3 positions and a chief / manager role.

At Bendigo Health we value continuing professional development. We encourage our staff to attend professional development events, pursue further research or develop specialised clinical skills. In addition, we are actively involved in formal mentor programs enabling our staff to share their experiences and benefit from the wealth of experience within speech pathology and allied health throughout Victoria. 

Speech Pathology Vision and Mission Statements 2008

What is a Speech Pathologist? (from Speech Pathology Australia)