Speech Pathology Trainee

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Logan Hospital, part of the Queensland Government, is offering a Speech Pathology Trainee position for students currently enrolled in an Australian university degree. You will work under supervision across hospital and community settings, supporting assessments and education to improve communication and swallowing care.

This role emphasizes teamwork, ongoing learning, and exposure to a wide range of clinical experiences within a teaching hospital integrated with Queensland's health system.

Job description

Your new role:As a Speech Pathology Trainee, you'll gain valuable clinical experience while completing your university studies, working under the guidance and supervision of experienced allied health professionals. You'll contribute to patient care across hospital and community settings while developing the practical skills and knowledge needed for your future career.Support clinical assessments and treatment programs under professional supervision.Provide patient and family education to support communication, swallowing and other care needs.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective and person-centred care.Participate in training, quality improvement activities and administrative duties while developing your clinical skills.About you:You're a motivated Speech Pathology student who is eager to apply your knowledge, learn from experienced clinicians and contribute to positive patient outcomes. You bring a compassionate approach, strong communication skills and a commitment to teamwork, professional development and high-quality care.Currently enrolled in a recognised Australian university Speech Pathology degree.Demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.Show initiative, adaptability and a willingness to learn under clinical supervision.Commit to compassionate, culturally respectful and patient-centred care.Check out our quick tips and application essentials!What we can offer you:We offer a family-friendly work environment that supports you in making the most of Queensland's laid-back lifestyle.We are renowned for teaching and research excellence with strong relations with Queensland's leading tertiary institutions.We want to empower you to build a long-term career, with countless opportunities to learn and grow, no matter your roleYou'll have all the benefits of working for Queensland's world-class public health system including generous leave entitlements, attractive salary and remuneration packages, salary packaging and access to relevant professional development allowances and/or leave, study and research assistance, corporate discounts and employee wellness programs.About us:Logan Hospital:Logan Hospital is the major health centre for one of the fastest growing areas in Queensland. We offer a range of services, including medical, rehabilitation, maternity, surgical and paediatric care.We offer our staff and students extensive support and training in most medical specialties. As a teaching hospital, we help train future health care professionals and participate in research through strong partnerships with Queensland's leading medical schools, universities, and TAFE Queensland.Our services will continue to grow as we build bigger and better facilities to support the community. By 2027, we'll have more beds and 5 more birthing suites as part of the Logan Hospital expansion.INTEGRITY | COMPASSION | ACCOUNTABILITY | RESPECT | ENGAGEMENT | EXCELLENCEOur values were created by employees for employees to shape our culture and inspire positive interactions in the workplace. Diversity of ideas, skills, traditions, and customs is celebrated as one of our greatest strengths. Having a workforce that reflects and understands the needs and expectations of our community is important to delivering safe, kinder, and more inclusive care.We recognise our strength comes from the diversity of our people and so we encourage people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, abilities, languages, sexual orientation, and family responsibilities to apply.We are better together.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.