Speech Pathologist, Gold Coast, QLD

Role summary

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The Speech Pathologist will assess, diagnose and treat communication and swallowing difficulties across clients in the Gold Coast area. Responsibilities may include developing individual therapy plans, delivering evidence-based interventions, documenting progress, collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams, and referring clients when appropriate. Applicants generally need a recognised Australian speech pathology qualification, eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership, and relevant professional registration or screening checks. Experience working with children, adults, disability, rehabilitation or community clients is valued. The successful candidate should demonstrate strong communication, clinical reasoning, organisation, empathy and the ability to work independently. A current Australian work right, driver’s licence and willingness to travel between client locations may also be required.

About the employer

Healthcare Australia is a major Australian healthcare recruitment and workforce-solutions provider. The company connects hospitals, clinics, aged-care organisations, disability services and community providers with qualified healthcare professionals, including nurses, doctors, allied health practitioners and support workers. It offers permanent, temporary, casual and contract opportunities across Australia, along with workforce management and staffing services for healthcare organisations. Healthcare Australia’s allied health roles may involve community-based care, rehabilitation, disability support, aged care or clinical services, depending on the assignment. The organisation promotes professional development, flexible work options and opportunities to work across different healthcare settings. For candidates, it provides access to a broad range of vacancies and employment arrangements, although specific duties, benefits, registration requirements and pay can vary by client and contract.