Speech Pathologist | Mixed Ages & Aged Care Clients | Hybrid Role

Gorilla Jobs; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual PD allowance

2 days paid PD leave

Bonus incentives (12-15%)

WFH options for admin

Outreach trips (FNQ)

External supervision

Travel reimbursement

Uniforms provided

Dedicated admin support

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs Cairns is seeking a Speech Pathologist to join a mixed ages and aged care caseload in a hybrid role. You will split time between clinic and outreach in rural FNQ communities, with supervision and opportunities for professional growth.

Caseload covers speech, literacy, AAC, fluency, and swallowing, with support from a Clinical Lead and Allied Health Assistants. Flexible hours and 9-day fortnight options available.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology.
• SPA membership.
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia.
• Driver0s license and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Caseload includes speech, literacy, AAC, fluency and swallowing.
• Opportunity to see some Aged Care clients.
• Flexibility to choose clinic-based or mixed clinic/community work; 9 day fortnight option.

Skills

Caseload management

Flexible work

MDT collaboration

Clinical supervision

New graduate support

Client-centred care

Education

Bachelora0s degree in Speech Pathology

Job description

Speech Pathologist | Mixed Ages & Aged Care Clients | Hybrid Role

• Salaries starting at $85,000 - $115,000 + Super
• Mixed Ages Generalist Caseload in a Hybrid Role
• Join a team with an outstanding culture that’s both sociable and highly collaborative

Key Highlights:

• Salaries starting at $85,000 - $115,000 + Super
• Mixed Ages Generalist Caseload in a Hybrid Role
• Join a team with an outstanding culture that’s both sociable and highly collaborative

Full Time & Part Time Opportunities Available - All levels of experienceencouraged to apply!Why You'll LOVE this Role?

• Caseload:Manage a varied, mixed-ages generalist caseload across speech, literacy, AAC, fluency, and swallowing. Opportunities to also see some Aged Care clients as well.
• Flexible Working:Flexibility to choose a fully clinic-based role or combine clinic and community work. Option for a 9 day fortnight or condensed working week
• Multidisciplinary Team:Opportunity to join a new monthly MDT outreach program to rural FNQ communities (e.g. Mareeba, Cooktown)
• Experienced SP Team:Be supported by Allied Health Assistants and a Clinical Lead with 9+ years of Speech Pathology experience
• New Graduate Support:Weekly 1:1 Supervision, very gradual increase of caseload depending on your confidence, peer learning sessions & multidisicplinary collaboration
• Clinical Supervision: Weekly, Fortnightly or Monthly - the frequency depends on your level of experience and needs
• Career Growth:Step into supervision, project roles or lead outreach initiatives
• Top-Rated Team Culture:Thrive in a sociable, positive, and collaborative team culture with regular catch-ups and clinic-led social events
• Genuinely Client-Centred Practice:Contribute to meaningful, client-centred outcomes across the lifespan
• Facilities:Large, well-equipped Cairns clinic with individual and group, office space for staff and admin support

Extra Perks:

• Competitive Salary:$85,000- $115,000 + Super
• Professional Development:$1000 annual allowance + 2 days paid PD leave
• Bonus Incentives:12-15% bonus for exceeding billable targets
• Flexible Work Options:Manage your own calendar, with WFH options for admin available
• Outreach Opportunities:Monthly MDT trips (3–5 days) to rural FNQ, fully supported
• Support Structure:External supervision, Clinical Lead access, MDT learning sessions
• Travel Reimbursement:99c/km for personal vehicle use or access to company fleet vehicles
• Uniforms Provided:Up to 4 sets for full-time staff
• Admin Support:Dedicated team handles bookings, billing, and room allocations

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology
• SPA membership
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Drivers license and own vehicle

• Values-led Allied Health Practice - Focus on quality care, not quantity
• Work with Purpose: Opportunities for Outreach to remote communities
• Flexible Working Hours & 9 Day fortnight!