Speech Pathologist (Cairns)

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 Tell me more...This program is the first of its kind in Australia. The National Disability Insurance Agency has recognised the unique challenges of service provision in very remote areas and has partnered with TCHHS to establish Early Childhood Approach (ECA) services for communities in the Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula Area (NPA).

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • Deliver high level paediatric Occupational Therapy/Speech Pathology/Physiotherapy clinical and consultancy services as part of a multi/trans disciplinary team in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards.
  • Ability to work independently and autonomously utilising problem-solving skills to manage a complex and varied caseload in a complex geographic and demographic region, applying evidence-based practice and clinical judgement with minimal clinical practice supervision.
  • Effective liaison with clients and their families, other health professionals, supervisors, students, and researchers.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, Torres and Cape can offer you:

  • Base comprising salary between $4,769.60 - $5,132.40 per fortnight
  • Generous employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%)
  • Salary packaging option to increase your take home pay
  • Work / Life balance, variety and flexibility
  • Great support team

Requirements for the role:

  • Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with AHPRA or eligibility for membership with the relevant professional association.
  • Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/ manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.

For additional information regarding the responsibilities, mandatory qualifications and/or other requirements for this position please refer to the role description.

About Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Services visit TCHHS website ( https://www.torres-cape.health.qld.gov.au/careers )

How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.

Do you need more information? Simply call the contact person listed on the role description.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights  ( https://www.forgov.qld.gov.au/humanrights )and diversity ( https://www.forgov.qld.gov.au/inclusion-and-diversity-commitment ).




28 March 2024
Location: Australia Queensland Cairns region,Far North Qld
Salary: As per State Award AUD per year
Work type:
Locum Tenens
PLEASE! No enquiries from Recruitment Agencies or Headhunters.

Only direct applications will be considered.

This career opportunity is no longer open.
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