Speech Pathologist

About the Role

Mater Speech Pathology is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled HP3 Acute Adult Speech Pathologist to join our team on a casual basis. This role provides the opportunity to deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based clinical care to adult inpatients across a range of acute medical and surgical caseloads within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

The successful candidate will work across the acute wards, providing assessment and management of adult patients with communication, swallowing, and cognitive‑communication impairments.

Salary range: $39.86 - $58.59 per hour plus superannuation

[https://www.ato.gov.au/tax-rates-and-codes/key-superannuation-rates-and-thresholds/super-guarantee] and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 [https://account.smartsalary.com.au/benefits-available?ercode=MML]  + access to many staff benefits!

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What you’ll be doing

The Successful Candidate Will

• Deliver routine speech pathology services aligned with HP3 scope and clinical competency in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of adults with swallowing and communication disorders.
• Undertake independent clinical decision-making to design and implement appropriate evidence‑based interventions in a dynamic acute care environment.
• Apply contemporary assessment and intervention approaches to:
• Differentiate and manage swallowing and communication impairments in medically complex patients.
• Inform timely discharge planning and contribute to patient flow requirements.
• Work collaboratively within speech pathology and multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic, patient‑centred care.
• Demonstrate strong time‑management and organisational skills, including efficient caseload prioritisation.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of clinical and non‑clinical activities.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and service development activities as required.
• Engage in regular supervision, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development.

About You

To Be Considered for This Position, You Should

• Hold a tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology and possess a current Blue Card.
• Hold (or be eligible for) Practising Membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Demonstrate clinical experience in the assessment and management of adult swallowing (dysphagia) and communication disorders within a healthcare setting.
• Understand acute hospital workflows, multidisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centred care principles.
• Commit to evidence-based practice, continuous learning, and quality improvement.
• Possess strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Have the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced acute environment.
• Experience working with medically complex patients, including those in critical care settings (desirable).

Why Join Us?

Mater [https://www.mater.org.au/] is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare [https://www.mater.org.au/health/hospitals/mater-private-hospital-rockhampton], education [https://www.matereducation.qld.edu.au/],  fundraising & philanthropy [https://www.materfoundation.org.au/] and research [https://www.materresearch.org.au/] — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

For more information regarding the role, please contact Megan Clayton at megan.clayton@mater.org.au

Applications close on March 30th. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Candidates may be required to complete criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks as part of employment with Mater.

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage [https://www.mater.org.au/about-us/who-we-are/reconciliation].

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.