North & West Remote Health – Mount Isa QLD

Come for the life experience, stay for the Lifestyle

Build your Speech Pathologist career in our Mount Isa clinic where you’ll join a supportive multi-discipline allied health team. We’re flexible on what this role looks like for the right candidate, with full-time or part-time options available on either a permanent basis or a fixed-term contract, including shorter-term arrangements such as 3 to 6 months.

This role offers broad clinical exposure, the opportunity to support clients with communication, swallowing, and developmental needs, and the chance to work closely with families, community partners, and a multidisciplinary team. Regular outreach travel to surrounding communities is required, including overnight stays away from home as needed, with travel completed during work hours where possible. A work vehicle is provided, and any required after-hours travel is supported through time in lieu. Make a meaningful difference while delivering Speech Pathology services across rural and remote Queensland.

- Salary from $82,858 to $105,893 + super (Pro-rata for part-time) based on experience
- Salary sacrificing options up to $15,900 to help maximise your take home pay;
- 5 weeks annual leave plus leave loading of 17.5%;
- $180 per fortnight Rental Subsidy (Mount Isa and Longreach only);
- Initial staff accommodation available;
- Up to $3k relocation assistance for Mount Isa plus possible additional payment of up to $3k from Health Workforce Queensland for candidates who relocate and meet the criteria
- Annual Flight Home upon 12 months of service (If based in Mount Isa or Longreach);
- Continuous Professional Development: Up to 10 days of paid professional development leave each financial year, supporting learning aligned with your role and career development.
- Paid Parental Leave (8 weeks)



and Paid Partner Leave (3 weeks);
- EAP for you and your family;
- External monthly supervision perks;
- Flexible work options including part-time, compressed hours, job sharing and flexible start/finish times.
- Have your birthday off on us!
- Recognition of Service ($500 after 2 years of service!)

About the role

- Assess speech, language, communication, and swallowing needs across a diverse client caseload
- Deliver evidence-based therapy to support client goals, independence, and wellbeing
- Develop tailored treatment plans for children, adults, and families
- Collaborate with allied health teams, families, and community partners to deliver holistic care
- Provide outreach services to rural and remote communities across North Queensland

Skills & experience

- Speech Pathology Australia registration or eligibility to obtain
- Bachelor of Speech Pathology or equivalent qualification
- QLD Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening clearance
- Right to live and work in Australia

About the region

Located in the heart of North West Queensland, Mount Isa offers a unique blend of adventure, community, and lifestyle. Enjoy affordable living, stunning landscapes, and a welcoming regional community while making a meaningful impact through rural healthcare. Explore the outdoors, connect with locals, and experience a lifestyle beyond the city.

About the company

North and West Remote Health (NWRH) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider delivering allied health, mental health, aged care and community services across more than 50 rural, regional and remote Queensland communities. Since 1993, we've been helping people live healthier lives.

Please Note

NWRH is committed to child safety. All roles require pre-employment screening, including referee checks, a current Blue Card, Australian Federal Police check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to commencement

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📌 Speech Pathologist - Mount Isa
🏢 North and West Remote Health
📍 Mount Isa