About the role

Mater Speech Pathology is excited to offer a new opportunity for a Speech Pathology Cadet to join our dedicated team on a permanent full-time basis. This is more than just a role, it’s a chance to contribute meaningfully to patient care and be part of a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Our team works with neonatal, paediatric and adult patients across inpatient and outpatient settings, and we’re expanding our services to support families and improve care outcomes in innovative ways.

Salary range: $34.02 - $35.68 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will work under the direction and supervision of Speech Pathologists to provide high‑quality, patient‑centred care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering safe, compassionate, and culturally responsive care that respects all patients, families, and staff
• Supporting clinical assessment and treatment tasks within your defined scope, under Allied Health professional supervision
• Adjusting and implementing treatment programs using standardised tools, clinical pathways, and guidelines
• Providing clear, supportive education to patients, families, and caregivers
• Communicating effectively within the interprofessional team, including documentation, negotiation, and problem-solving
• Liaising with other disciplines to support smooth, coordinated patient care
• Participating in case conferences, handovers, and departmental meetings
• Contributing to quality improvement and/or research activities within the service
• Assisting with administrative duties such as data entry, referral processing, and resource management
• Maintaining accurate, timely written records in line with Mater standards
• Following Mater’s service quality, safety, and occupational health policies to support safe, high‑quality care
• Engaging in ongoing training, supervision, and professional development to enhance skills and capability

This is an ever-evolving role, ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and values the power of teamwork to drive innovation and excellence in patient care.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities, especially in multidisciplinary settings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
• Initiative, enthusiasm, and the ability to work independently
• Previous experience as an Allied Health Assistant and a Certificate III/IV in Allied Health Assistance (highly regarded)

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a 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
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

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

For more information regarding the role, please contact Lucy Lyons or Megan Clayton on 3163600 (Ext 1 and 1).  

Applications close on Tuesday the 10th of February. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.

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