Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.

Townsville University Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, provides specialist referral services for 700,000 people living in the region.

Apply Now to the Clinical Talent Pool for Speech Pathologists and Senior Speech Pathologists. Fixed Term Temporary Full-time or Part-time opportunities available (Various contract durations).

Job details

Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?
Our health service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

Our values are: Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

We are seeking committed and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.

What's on offer?
Fixed Term Temporary Full-time or Part-time, hours negotiable (Various contract durations).

Speech Pathologist
Pro rata remuneration package based on full-time equivalent value of up to $132,567 p.a. (+ applicable allowances/benefits) comprising salary range of $3030.00 - $4453.50 p.f. (full-time) or $39.86 - $58.59 p.h. (part-time) (HP3).

Speech Pathologist - Senior
Pro rata remuneration package based on full-time equivalent value of up to $157,360 p.a. (+ applicable allowances/benefits) comprising salary range of $4912.70 - $5286.40 p.f. (full-time) or $64.64 - $69.55 p.h. (part-time) (HP4)

Additional employment benefits (HP3 and HP4)

• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading and 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options and flexible working arrangements may be available.

Speech Pathologists
Deliver speech pathology clinical services for the Speech Pathology Department as a member of multidisciplinary teams in the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS) to stakeholders/customers of Queensland Health.

Speech Pathologists - Senior
Deliver high level speech pathology clinical services and leadership in an area of cancer care, medical and rehabilitation, surgical, and/or paediatrics for the Speech Pathology Department and Townsville Hospital multidisciplinary teams to stakeholders/customers of Queensland Health.

Role requirements (HP3 and HP4)

• The successful applicants must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Speech Therapy/Pathology providing eligibility for practicing membership to Speech Pathology Australia.
• Certified Practicing Speech Pathology Status with Speech Pathology Australia is desirable.
• Participation in the weekend roster.

Please refer to the role descriptions for further details.

Find out more about our department here - Speech Pathology | Allied Health | Townsville HHS | Health and Wellbeing

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
• Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Interested?
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact Renee Hudson on 07 4433 2330 or Wendy Comben on 07 4433 2332.

Applications close on Tuesday, 9 December 2025.

Please note that unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please download the Role Description for future reference.

This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role:
Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 953KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  HP3 Speech Pathologist 30463318 (Word, 423KB)
  Role Description
  
  HP4 Speech Pathologist - Senior 30463317 (Word, 423KB)
  Role Description