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
• Full-time opportunity based in Mount Isa
• Highly attractive salary up to HP3.6 $102,809 super, accommodation allowance, an annual flight home and more!

Come for the life experience, stay for the lifestyle

NWRH is now seeking a full-time Speech Pathologists to join our team in Mount Isa. 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.

About the Role

• 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

About You

You will need to be registered, or eligible to obtain Speech Pathology Australia membership, 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

Why Join NWRH?

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 HP3.6 $102,809 (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;
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Partner Leave;
• EAP for you and your family;
• External supervision benefits;
• Initial housing available;
• 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!)

Apply for a role with NWRH

• 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 Esther Yen on esther.yang@nwrh.com.au for more information

Please note:

• You must have the right to live and work in Australia
• 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
• Indigenous Australians are strongly encouraged to apply. 
• We encourage people with disabilities who have relevant skills and experience to apply for any advertised vacancies.

NWRH is committed to child safety. All roles require pre-employment screening, including referee checks, a current Blue Card, Australian Federal Police check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to commencement

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