Cornerstone Medical Recruitment – Cairns QLD

Permanent

We are working with a specialised community service in Townsville seeking an experienced Speech Pathologist to support an established paediatric caseload. With flexibility around contract length, travel and work arrangements, this could be a great chance for a Cairns-based clinician looking to FIFO to Townsville, take on a short-term contract, or consider relocating to Townsville while enjoying the flexibility to travel between North Queensland locations.

The Opportunity

This is a specialised Speech Pathology service with a strong focus on Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) clients, predominantly supporting children aged 0-6 years, with some school-aged and early teen clients.

You’ll work across a varied caseload, including:

- Paediatric speech and language assessment and intervention
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients and families
- Clients with complex and dual diagnoses
- First Nations families and clients, including those in remote communities
- Home, school and clinic-based services
- Telehealth for remote families
- Outreach between Townsville, Mackay and Cairns

The majority of interventions are short-term, with a strong focus on assessment, therapy programs, monitoring and supporting families rather than managing long-term caseloads.

Swallowing experience is not required - the focus is on standard speech and language skills.

Why Consider This Role?

This is a genuinely flexible opportunity. The service is open to discussing an arrangement that works for the right clinician, including:

- Short-term contracts of around 3 months, with a preference on longer
- Fixed-term employment
- Casual engagement
- FIFO options
- Permanent relocation for those looking for a longer-term move

There is a travel budget available, and relocation/accommodation assistance may be considered on a case-by-case basis for the right candidate.





Support & Professional Development

You don't need previous DHH experience to be successful in this role. You'll receive:

- Support from experienced clinical leads
- Deaf awareness training
- Professional development specifically focused on the DHH space
- $1,000 annual PD allowance
- Additional PD opportunities linked to performance
- Ongoing clinical support and capability development

The Benefits

- Above-award remuneration - permanent rates approximately $49-$58/hr, depending on experience, with casual rates of up to approximately $72/hr
- $1,000 annual PD allowance, with additional PD funding and performance incentives available
- Potential $1,000 performance bonus for hitting KPI's as well as an additional 3 days paid leave over Christmas for eligible permanent employees
- Company vehicle available in Townsville for local outreach
- Centrally located office with dedicated treatment rooms
- Established facilities available for outreach in Mackay and Cairns
- Potential relocation/accommodation assistance

About You

We're looking for an experienced Speech Pathologist who can confidently step into an established caseload and work independently.

You’ll ideally have:

- Current Speech Pathology Australia registration
- Previous paediatric experience
- Strong speech and language assessment and intervention skills
- Confidence working with families and other professionals
- A flexible and adaptable approach to clinical practice
- Strong communication and family engagement skills
- An interest in developing your skills within the Deaf and Hard of Hearing space

DHH experience is highly regarded but not essential - full training and clinical support will be provided.

If you’ve been considering a move or a change of pace, we’d love to speak with you.

We can discuss the different options available and work with you to find an arrangement that suits your circumstances.

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📌 Speech Pathologist | FIFO Available (Cairns Regional)
🏢 Cornerstone Medical Recruitment
📍 Cairns Regional