Speech Pathologist

• Fantastic opportunity for a qualified Speech Pathologist with a passion for rural and remote health care
• Collaborate with specialists to provide holistic treatment for a diverse range of cases across the full spectrum of health concerns
• Multiple full-time and part-time opportunities based in either Townsville, Mount Isa or Longreach
• Highly attractive salary up to $96,190 PLUS super, accommodation allowance, an annual flight home and more! (location depending)

 Come for the life experience, stay for the lifestyle

NWRH is now seeking full-time or part-time Speech Pathologists to join their teams in Townsville, Mount Isa or Longreach. We have positions for Graduate and Experienced clinicians.

Flexible working hours and Fly in Fly Out (FIFO) positions will be considered for the right applicant.

As part of a supportive, diverse, and multidisciplinary team, you’ll be providing speech pathology services in regional North Qld. Working in collaboration with a range of specialists, to provide holistic care and long-term treatment and prevention strategies.

You will work with a diverse range of clients, live and work in parts of Australia that many never get to see - set your own schedule and help the community members thrive through your care and expertise.

Helping people who may not otherwise have access to healthcare and support, you’ll see the real difference your work makes in rural communities as you enable clients to live and receive high-quality care locally.

Core Duties

• Administer standardised and informal assessments within a multidisciplinary team to determine the nature and extent of their speech, language, learning and communication disorders or swallowing difficulties.
• Provide treatment and management including ongoing therapy of speech, language, learning and communication disorders that may be developmental, part of a disability, acquired as a result of injury or disease; and
• Deliver family centred early childhood intervention strategies

Skills and Experience

You will need to be registered, or eligible to obtain Speech Pathology Australia, and have a passion for providing quality healthcare to rural communities.

In addition you will need or be eligible to obtain: 

• A QLD blue card & NDIS worker screening
• A current, unrestricted 'C' class Australian Driver's Licence; and
• The right to live and work in Australia

About the pay and benefits

Whether you are looking for a change of scenery or new adventure, this is an opportunity to make a real and valuable contribution. You will be joining a vibrant, multi-disciplinary team who have come from across Australia, with a mix of experiences, from fresh graduates to seasoned experts!

Successful candidates will receive an excellent salary package comprising of a base salary up to $96,190 (commensurate with skills and experience) plus super.

A fantastic range of ADDITIONAL benefits will also be provided, including:

• Salary sacrificing options up to $15,900;
• 5 weeks annual leave plus leave loading of 17.5%;
• $180 per fortnight Rental Subsidy (Mount Isa and Longreach only);
• Annual Flight Home upon 12 months of service (If based in Mount Isa or Longreach);
• Relocation assistance;
• 10 Days Paid Professional Development Leave;
• Continuous Professional Development;
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Partner Leave;
• EAP for you and your family;
• External supervision benefits;
• Initial housing available;

• Work with a supportive, dynamic and innovative leadership team;
• Flexible working arrangements available that supports work-life balance, allowing you to tailor your schedule to meet both professional and personal needs
• Have your birthday off on us!

• Recognition of Service ($500 after 2 years of service!)

Next Steps

• Apply Now!

• Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

• Or Contact Sarah Bohan on sarah.bohan@nwrh.com.au for a confidential discussion about the role.

We love our work- so will you!

At NWRH, we provide allied health, home and community supports, mental health and wellbeing and headspace services throughout rural, regional and remote Queensland. Our goal is to assist in improving the physical, social and emotional wellbeing of the clients we work with.

Our team aim to make sure you, your loved ones and your carers receive the help you need. Whether you’re struggling with daily tasks or just need a little extra assistance, the right healthcare could improve your quality of life. We are a multidisciplinary organisation and can arrange local, professional care to suit your needs, from support workers to community care drivers, physiotherapists, speech pathologists, mental health workers and more.

We serve over 50 communities across remote, rural and regional areas of Australia, including Townsville, Mount Isa, Longreach, Normanton, Doomadgee, Cloncurry and Mornington Island.

Please note:

• You must have the right to live and work in Australia
• Sponsorship may be considered for the right applicant
• You will be required to travel by road and/or in small planes to communities distant from your catchment area on a regular basis, so must be comfortable with this aspect of the role
• A ‘C’ class Driver’s License (manual preferred) is also an essential requirement
• All final applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check, and Blue card (if not AHPRA registered).
• Indigenous Australians are strongly encouraged to apply. 
• We encourage people with disabilities who have relevant skills and experience to apply for any advertised vacancies.

Please note that unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Life in North Queensland

At NWRH, we currently have opportunities for speech pathologists in three tropical North Queensland communities:

Also known as the 'Oasis of the Outback', Mount Isa offers the relaxed lifestyle and close-knit, supportive community of a small town, without sacrificing the amenities of city living. 

With a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, but none of the traffic or noise, it's a fantastic place for a "tree change", offering something for everyone, regardless of their interests.

If you're interested in learning more about the incredible opportunities that exist in Mount Isa, click here! 

Longreach, the largest town in Central Western Queensland, is the region's main administrative centre and caters for an ever-expanding tourism sector. 

A location of choice for both comfortable outback living and business investment, the Longreach Region is strategically located to support both a vibrant economy and a dynamic and connected community.

If you're interested in learning more about the incredible opportunities that exist in Longreach, click here!

Whether you’re after a new adventure or a relaxing coastal lifestyle, Townsville offers something for everyone, home to a unique mix of the rainforest, outback, beautiful reefs and modern city living. 

Surrounded by a myriad of natural wonders, you’ll have plenty to see and lots to explore on top of a wide variety of sports options and regular music or cultural events.

If you're interested in learning more about the incredible opportunities that exist in Townsville, click here!