Speech Pathologist – Paediatrics (Hybrid, Sunshine Coast)

About the role

An established paediatric allied health organisation on the Sunshine Coast, supporting families for more than 25 years, is hiring a generalist paediatric Speech Pathologist. The role is hybrid, with a strong neurodevelopmental focus and opportunities to build experience in AAC and more complex presentations. It sits within a team of six Speech Pathologists and 18 clinicians across two community clinics.

Key responsibilities

• Provide therapy to children aged 0-10 across a broad paediatric caseload, with about 80% of clients on NDIS, alongside private health, private-paying and Medicare rebate clients.
• Focus on neurodevelopmental disorders and AAC support.
• Take part in fortnightly multidisciplinary team training with Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, counsellors and play therapists.
• Contribute to group programs and community capacity building with teachers, healthcare givers and families.
• Optional weekly or fortnightly supervision with a Senior Speech Pathologist and peer mentoring.

Required profile

• Minimum 3+ years' experience as a Speech Pathologist.
• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology and SPA membership.
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia; driver's licence and own vehicle.

What we offer

• Salary of $90,000 - $112,000 plus superannuation, depending on experience and responsibilities.
• 9-day fortnight option with one day off every two weeks, or a 10-day fortnight, plus flexible start and finish times.
• Flexible professional development allowance and comprehensive onboarding with gradual client load increase.
• Full administration support for bookings and billing, and clinic rooms equipped with computers and resources.
• Quarterly social events, annual team-building days and a supportive team culture.