Speech Pathologist

About the role

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will deliver high-quality speech pathology services as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team. You will assess patients, develop tailored treatment plans, and provide evidence-based interventions to optimise outcomes. The position involves supporting adults with a range of conditions, including those with dysphagia, and contributing to clinical improvements and service development. With opportunities to engage in case conferences, discharge planning, and continuous quality initiatives, your work will directly enhance patient care and recovery.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Pathology, eligible for membership with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)
• Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status (full or provisional)
• Demonstrated experience in managing adult dysphagia
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Compassionate, motivated professional who is committed to delivering patient-centred care.
• A commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice
• Desirable experience includes competencies in laryngectomy and tracheostomy management

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, and at Rockhampton, we keep things personal and local. Here, we are a community-based hospital, and it’s our people who make the difference.

Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton has been caring for the health and wellbeing of Central Queenslanders for more than 100 years. Since opening its doors in 1915 as the first Mater Misericordiae Hospital north of Brisbane, our hospital has built a proud legacy of compassionate care, innovation, and service. Today, we continue to honour that heritage while embracing the future of healthcare.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton, you’ll be part of a tight-knit and purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Applications close Friday 4th September 2026–please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW.

Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage. 

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.