Experienced Speech Pathologist

Vital Health is looking for Speech Pathologists to join our multi-disciplinary team. Ready for a dynamic career where every day brings new challenges? Are you passionate about contributing to healthcare improvements? Explore exciting opportunities now in Charleville, St George – where your dream job awaits

About the opportunity on offer:

The responsibilities of a Vital Health Speech Pathologist include, but are not confined to:

• Assess and design person-centred intervention services and therapy plans for various presentations across the lifespan, including but not limited, to speech, language, literacy, feeding, dysphagia as well as neurodiverse affirming therapy
• Collaborate with other allied health professionals (occupational therapists, physiotherapists, dietitians & psychologists) and local primary healthcare teams to achieve client goals within base clinic and outreach location/s
• Prepare and present information sessions for educators, parents and/or other professionals
• Work with our team of Allied Health Assistants to improve access to therapy in remote locations
• Provide services under the NDIS – including assessment and management of AAC
• Actively engage in weekly multi-disciplinary case conferences for complex NDIS clients
• Drive rural health change and community education through participation in events and thought leadership on social media in Speech Pathology
• Consistently track client progress during treatment, and adapt the approach as necessary to develop results
• Creating comprehensive reports that summarise findings and outcomes for communication with multi-disciplinary team members and stakeholders for complex cases
• Contribute to internal PD in areas of interest, dependent on experience level

Why work for us at Vital Health:

• Comprehensive clinical development & support across all career stages
• Attractive & competitive base wage with bonus scheme to reward clinical excellence
• Opportunities for multiple levels of professional development. Internal workshops include opportunities for peer support through activities like river cruises, vineyard tours, and mentorship from leading national Speech Pathologists
• Increased Superannuation benefits available
• Relocation & rental support provided
• Flexible rosters as we love work-life balance
• Unlock your potential with career advancement opportunities
• Community involvement (local social events and activities)
• Exciting travel opportunities - explore new towns and their cultures by traveling to one of our 7 clinics

Who Vital Health is looking for:

• You possess 3+ years of experience managing a clinical caseload
• You're looking for a supportive environment to grow into leadership positions or clinical excellence in an interest area of your choice
• You're passionate about enhancing services in rural, remote, and indigenous communities to make a meaningful impact with your career
• You are enthusiastic about joining a dynamic team deeply dedicated to their work
• You thrive on challenges and are able to adapt to changing situations and environments
• You are driven by the prospect of engaging with diverse, multi-disciplinary clients
• You are looking for an organisation that prioritises support, professional development & team culture
• You're confident in clinical decision-making and problem-solving in paediatric therapy

Join Vital Health's Mission:

At Vital Health we believe everyone should have access to exceptional in-person therapy services, no matter where they live

As a rurally founded multi-disciplinary Allied Health clinic, we are leading the change in improving rural access to allied health services by truly listening to the needs of our communities and responding with services that meet those needs. Vital Health has 7 clinics across Queensland and New South Wales and provide much needed outreach services to remote towns in-between.

We love debunking myths about what it means to work in rural practice and pride ourselves on our extensive clinical experience, multi-disciplinary innovation, and person-centred approach to therapy.

Get to know Vital Health and experience the bush lifestyle:

Trade city life for bush walks, rivers, camping, hot springs, country pubs, tight-knit communities, music events, art festivals, country races, and more.

Each town has a unique vibe, and our various teams all have their own personal reasons for loving the lifestyle & work environment; that's why we are offering a 3-day immersive experience (travel/accommodation expenses covered) for all potential candidates who are successful in their initial interview – so you can get to know our clinic culture & the beauty of living in the bush before making any hard-and-fast decisions.

How to apply:

Send your resume to , or click "apply now" and follow the prompts.

Please note, applications are viewed and processed once received. Early applicants are encouraged to apply.

Find out more:

• Find us on Instagram with our tag - @VitalHealthteam
• Check out our website -
• Reach out to Shay via email using

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term, Locum

Pay: $95,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Salary packaging

Application Question(s):

• Are you registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• How many years experience do you have as a Speech Pathologist?

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driver Licence (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person