The Role An opportunity has become available for a Speech Pathologist - Senior (High Complexity Cognitive Care) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia. You will Undertake high level speech pathology duties of a complex and varied nature Facilitate and promote communication accessibility for consumers Apply professional judgement to a complex caseload Actively contribute to local clinical education programs About you To be successful in this position you will require: Tertiary degree in Speech Pathology Eligibility for practicing membership to Speech Pathology Australia Working with Children Check (GCH will cover cost) Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required Driver Licence Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost) Benefits Flexible work options Career Development Salary Packaging Modern Facilities Diverse Work Culture Research Opportunities 12.75% super 17.5% leave loading Salary Temporary part time (up to 5th April 2026 with possibility of extension, 30.4 hours p.f) Base salary ranging from $64.64 - $69.55 per hour About Us The Departments service aims to provide specialised, responsive, person focused and culturally competent inpatient care; working collaboratively with care providers and key stakeholders, to facilitate prompt and safe discharge home. The High Complexity Cognitive Care Service supports adult inpatients who have an intellectual or developmental disability, a neurodevelopmental condition, or who have a cognitive or behavioural complexity best managed under a specialist team. About Gold Coast Health Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best * Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong How to Apply Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 5 January 2026 Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process. Job Ad reference: GC670699 Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
