Speech Pathologist | Launceston | Full-time

Optimum Health Solutions; City of Launceston; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimum Health Solutions, based in Launceston, is seeking a Speech Pathologist to support adults and paediatric clients within a strong NDIS and disability focus. You will tailor caseloads, participate in multidisciplinary planning, and contribute to meaningful client outcomes in community, clinic, and school settings.

Join a leading allied health provider offering professional development, structured career pathways, and a collaborative culture designed to help clinicians grow and make a real

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech Pathology and SPA eligibility or CPSP status.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• Working With Children Check and National Police Check.
• Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and diagnosis of communication disorders
• Speech, language and social communication interventions
• Assessment and management of swallowing difficulties (dysphagia)
• Development and implementation of evidence-based therapy plans
• Functional communication assessments
• Parent, caregiver and stakeholder education
• Collaborative care planning with other allied health professionals
• Community, clinic and school-based services

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Speech Pathology

Job description

Optimum Health Solutions - 20 Years of Excellence in Allied Health!

Be part of our new Team based in Launceston

Taking the next step on your Speech Pathology career with a leading Allied Health provider?

At Optimum Health Solutions, we're passionate about helping Speech Pathologists thrive. As one of Australia’s leading Allied Health providers, we offer a dynamic, supportive, and innovative environment. Offering industry leading career pathways, professional development, and a collaborative culture, this is a place where excellence thrives.

With more than 20 years of Allied Health excellence, 14 clinics across NSW and Tasmania, and a team of over 200 professionals, Optimum Health Solutions provides a collaborative environment where clinicians can grow, specialise and make a genuine impact.

About The Role

With a strong NDIS and disability focus, you'll work with a diverse range of clients across adult and paediatric settings, with the flexibility to tailor your caseload to your interests and career goals.

Your Responsibilities May Include

• Assessment and diagnosis of communication disorders
• Speech, language and social communication interventions
• Assessment and management of swallowing difficulties (dysphagia)
• Design, trial and implementation of low and high-tech AAC devices
• Development, implementation and review of evidence-based therapy plans
• Functional communication assessments
• Parent, caregiver and stakeholder education
• Collaborative care planning with Allied Health professionals, educators and medical practitioners
• Community, clinic and school-based services

About You

We're looking for passionate clinicians who want to make a meaningful difference and continue developing their professional expertise.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Speech Pathology
• SPA eligibility or Certified Practising Speech Pathologist status
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Current driver's licence and access to a vehicle
• Working With Children Check and National Police Check
• Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency

Why Join Optimum Health Solutions?

Industry-Leading Professional Development

Weekly mentoring, supervision and professional development programs designed to accelerate your clinical growth.

Tailored Caseloads

Develop expertise in paediatrics, adults, disability, AAC, dysphagia or communication disorders based on your interests.

Career Growth Opportunities

Clear pathways into senior clinical, leadership, mentoring and management positions.

Multidisciplinary Team Environment

Work alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists, Behaviour Support Practitioners, Dietitians and Podiatrists.

Modern Facilities & Resources

Purpose-built clinics featuring sensory spaces, motor development areas, therapy gyms and innovative equipment.

Meaningful Work

Support people to improve communication, participation, independence and quality of life.

Whether you're looking to start your career, accelerate your development, or take the next step as a Speech Pathologist, we'd love to hear from you.