• Fantastic opportunity for a qualified Speech Pathologist with a genuine passion for rural/remote health care
• Highly attractive salary package circa $88,680 - $112,640 PLUS salary sacrificing, 5 weeks annual leave, relocation & accommodation assistance!
• With ongoing mentoring & professional development opportunities, applications are welcome from both graduate & experienced Speech Pathologists!

Come for the life experience, stay for the lifestyle

This organisation is currently looking for Speech Pathologists to join their teams in Mount Isa and Longreach on a full-time basis.

Working as part of a supportive, diverse and multidisciplinary team, you will provide comprehensive assessments and implement custom programs for your clients in your town and neighbouring communities, to treat and manage speech, language, learning and communication disorders.

A typical day will include:

• Administering standardised and informal tests and observing clients to determine the nature and extent of their communication disorders or swallowing difficulties;
• Providing treatment and management of speech, language, learning and communication disorders that may be developmental, part of a disability, or acquired as a result of injury or disease; and
• Delivering family centred early childhood intervention strategies.

Helping those who may not otherwise receive healthcare and support, you'll get to see the real difference your work makes in their lives, allowing clients to live and receive treatment locally.

It's challenging, but we make a difference.

If you have a solid sense of adventure, are up for a new challenge, and are genuinely interested in making a real difference, this could be the role for you!

Candidates from all experience levels are encouraged to apply, provided you are currently registered, or eligible to obtain registration with AHPRA and Speech Pathology Australia. This includes recent graduates and students in their final year of studies who are looking for a role to step into after graduation. With fantastic training and mentoring structures in place, this organisation provides an ideal platform for you to grow and expand on your skill set.

Whilst practical experience isn't essential, if you're applying as a graduate, you will need to bring with you a genuine desire to lean - from your team, external mentors, and the communities themselves.

It won't always be easy - the team often works in rural and remote communities and cover a lot of distance, as one of the only organisations in the area providing these services.

The teams come from across Australia, and include a wide range of ages, skills, and specialisations, so you'll be learning from the best! This variety enables us to collaborate in our treatment of clients and learn from one another's viewpoints.' viewpoints

In helping treat the full spectrum of your clients' health needs, you will be challenged, often operating outside of your comfort zone. But the right individuals will grow both personally and professionally; and thrive as a result.

We love our work - so will you!

Whether you're looking for a change of scenery or new adventure, this is an opportunity to make a real and valuable contribution.

You'll be joining a fantastic support network, from your local colleagues to the wider team of allied health professionals.

In return for your hard work and dedication, you'll receive an attractive salary package starting at $88,680 for a Graduate, and up to $112,640 for an experienced Speech Pathologist, PLUS a range of additional benefits, including:

• Up to $15,900 salary sacrificing;
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%;
• 5 weeks annual leave; and
• Relocation and accommodation assistance!

Please note: Successful applicants must hold a blue and yellow card. If you have neither, you can apply for a combined blue card/NDIS worker screening (replacing yellow cards from 1 Feb 2021) online here - QLD Disability Worker Screening (communities.qld.gov.au) prior to commencing employment.

In addition:

• You will need a current, unrestricted 'C' class Australian Driver's Licence;
• You must have the right to live and work in Australia; and
• Indigenous Australians are strongly encouraged to apply.

Life in North West Qld!

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. Home to the biggest rodeo in the southern hemisphere, which draws visitors from around the world, Mount Isa also offers the perfect jumping off point to explore the nearby national parks, and Lake Moondarra reservoir, located just 17 km north of the city centre!

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.

Please apply via the 'Apply Now' button on this page.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.

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