Job Title: Speech Pathologist – Graduate or Experienced - Longreach, Queensland.
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
After Hours Requirements: No
Practice Information:
This organisation has been providing allied health, community aged care, mental health and wellbeing services for 30-years. A provider of culturally competent community based and outreach health care services since 1993; this organisation is a vibrant not-for-profit, servicing over 50 communities throughout remote and rural Queensland. With a large team of multidisciplinary health professionals, they boast strong community connections and a passion for supporting 'healthier people'.
Position Description: Come for the life experience, stay for the lifestyle!
This organisation has several fantastic opportunities for Graduate or Experienced Speech Pathologists to join their dedicated team based in Longreach, Queensland. There are opportunities available for you to come onboard prior to your completion and registration. The main aim of this role is to plan, deliver and evaluate discipline-specific clinical services and community education activities across the Longreach area, in accordance with organisational and program funding guidelines. More specifically, your responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):
Participating in community development and health promotion activities together with communities;
Providing support to peers and supervision to students where appropriate; and
Continually developing and improving the service, including contributing to accreditation, ongoing review and development of policies, procedures and operational strategies.
Qualifications and Experience:
To be successful in this role, you will:
Hold a tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology, and registration with Speech Pathology Australia, the national peak body.
OR be graduating with a tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology and seeking your first Speech Pathologist role.
We love our work - so will you!
Whether you are looking for a change of scenery, a new adventure or a chance to give back to the community, this is an opportunity to make a real and valuable contribution. Kick start your professional career, whilst gaining invaluable rural and remote healthcare experience.
Other Benefits:
You will have access to clinical supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities, with high-level support from your Team Leader and colleagues.
Please Note:
You must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this role;
You will be required to travel by road and/or in small planes to communities distant from your catchment area on a regular basis, so must be comfortable with this aspect of the role.
A 'C' Class Driver's License (Manual preferred) is also an essential requirement.
All final applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check, and Blue card (if not AHPRA registered).
Indigenous Australians are strongly encouraged to apply; and
We encourage people with disabilities who have relevant skills and experience to apply for any advertised vacancies.
Salary Information:
$78,000 – $97,000 per Annum.
PLUS- Super and a host of further benefits!
About Longreach:
A community that offers a range of authentic experiences. Longreach is a place that has limitless horizons, clear skies, beautiful sunsets and minimal traffic. The community welcomes you with open arms, and there is a real sense of community spirit. The community look after one another and there is always an open invite to the numerous local community events. Including endless country race meets, camping and outback experiences, country shows, and festivals.
Join a passionate healthcare provider where your work truly matters – Apply Now! 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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