About the role

Mater is seeking a dedicated Speech Pathologist to join our dynamic team at Mater South Brisbane on a full-time temporary basis (12 months parental leave cover) from late January 2026. . This is an exciting opportunity to provide expert care for adult experiencing communication and swallowing difficulties across a diverse range of clinical specialties. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative environment within Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare service, delivering compassionate, patient-centred care that truly makes a difference.

Salary range: $39.86 to $58.59 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 independently deliver routine clinical speech pathology services, assessing and treating patients with communication and swallowing impairments across acute and subacute caseloads. The successful candidate will work predominantly with acute medical, surgical and oncology inpatients, as well as inpatient rehabilitation. There may also be an opportunity to work in an outpatient setting. . You will work collaboratively Speech Pathology Allied Health Assistants and multidisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes. You will receive regular professional supervision and support, commensurate with your level of experience, and be supported to undertake quality improvement activities and student supervision as a part of this role. There may also be the opportunity for upskilling in areas of specialist areas

About you

To be considered for this position you should have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Speech Pathology
• Current or eligible membership with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA); Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status highly desirable
• A current Blue Card

• Availability to participate in a weekend (Saturday) and Public Holiday Speech Pathology service
• Previous experience in acute hospital speech pathology services including video fluoroscopic swallow study and/or tracheostomy management experience is highly desirable but not essential;
• Demonstrated ability to provide high quality, evidenced based speech pathology services in the areas of dysphagia and acquired communication impairments to an adult population, with minimal supervision required;

• Experience in acute hospital speech pathology services is highly desirable but not essential
• Eligibility for a Medicare provider number
• Strong clinical judgement and ability to manage a diverse caseload
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills within multidisciplinary settings
• Willingness and flexibility to participate in weekend rosters as required

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. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on Sunday 21 December 2025 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.

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

Please be advised that our recruitment process may be temporarily paused for the holiday period. If this is the case for the role you have applied for, we may not start contacting applicants until January 2026. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you at that time