Speech Pathologist

1 day ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Department of Health - Queensland Full time

**Exciting opportunities available now with the

Townsville Hospital and Health Service

.**

About your new employer

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements ( ).

  • Salary range: $ $69.55 p.h. (HP4)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus great Salary Sacrificing ( ) options

About your opportunity

Deliver high level speech pathology clinical services and leadership in an area of cancer care, medical and rehabilitation, surgical, and/or paediatrics for the Speech Pathology Department and Townsville University Hospital multidisciplinary teams to stakeholders/customers of Queensland Health.

Requirements:

  • The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Speech Therapy/Pathology providing eligibility for practicing membership to Speech Pathology Australia.
  • Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland Health to seek a 'working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position.
  • Appointment to this position may require participation in the weekend roster.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Applications

Contact: Wendy Comben on

Applications close: Tuesday, 4 November 2025.

Recruitment Agency referrals will not be accepted.

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