Speech Pathologist

About Us

We have an amazing opportunity for a Speech Pathologist looking for a simpler life living in beautiful Arnhem Land, Northern Territory, passionate about helping people and wanting an adventure travelling throughout communities empowering people to live their best life.

Working alongside our team of GP’s, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists you will enjoy a flexible and diverse caseload supporting individuals in Arnhem Land across the life span and in varying environments. 

The role involves regular outreach trips to remote communities and close collaboration with individual’s families and key stakeholders to deliver client centred care to both adults and children experiencing a range of disabilities. Your caseload is predominately NDIS with additional private and aged care clients. The successful applicant will have ample opportunity to collaborate with our other Speech Pathologists to develop your case load and opportunities towards your areas of interest. 

SPEECH PATHOLOGIST
Arnhem Allied Health Centre
Base Rate (based on experience): $90,000-$110,000 (inclusive of 4weeks AL, 10days PL and 5 days paid PD leave)

About the Role:
• Independent management of SP case load including assessment and intervention
• Engagement with key stakeholders including support workers, families, and schools to support SP intervention
• Comprehensive functional assessments and reporting
• Working within an already well established multidisciplinary team of Physio’s, Occupational Therapists, GP’s and nurses whilst building and nurturing personal case load and professional profile.
• Opportunities for CPD externally as well as in-house multi-disc training

Bonuses (on top of salary):
• Accommodation provided
• Shared Work Vehicle
• $5000 Sign on Bonus
• $5000 Annual Retention Bonus
• Access to NTPHN grant to support relocation and establishment expenses – up to $10,000 for relocation
• Staff wellbeing incentives (including bulk billed GP, OT, Physio services plus more)
• Total Remuneration package ranging from $115,000 to $135,000

About you:
• Can you build and nurture strong long-term relationships at all levels?
• Do you strive to deeply understand your clients’ personal needs, goals and wants, and consistently exceed them?
• Do you enjoy working with autonomy and support?
• Are you polite, considerate and thoughtful of others?
• Are you dependable, does your team know you will do what you say you will do?
• Do you want to be a part of a fun, professional and caring multidisciplinary team?
• Do you seek a breadth of knowledge in all areas of health?
• Do you have a flexible and open mindset to the changes that occur in a growing company?
• Do you enjoy sharing your experiences, knowledge, and ideas to foster greater communication in your workplace?
• Do you want to inspire others with your passion and determination to help others?
• Do you want to leave the status quo and have the freedom to create opportunities to deliver exceptional care?
• Do you bring a positive influence to your work place?
• Do you lead with positivity, courage, and heart?

10 Reasons You’ll Love Life Working as a Speech Pathologist in Arnhem Land

1. Explore Arnhem Land while you work, we travel to some of the most untouched places in Arnhem Land visiting homelands and indigenous communities delivering Speech Pathology.

2. Enjoy living rent free in your fully furnished accommodation.

3. Get back to a much simpler life with a 5-minute commute to work with no traffic lights or hustle and bustle.

4. Reach families and patients in some of the most remote Indigenous communities, that are openly thankful for your help.

5. Be part of a fun, professional and supportive team.

6. Rediscover work life balance with flexible arrangements available including a 4-day work week.

7. Enjoy a diverse workload with a steady stream of GP referrals who seek your advice working alongside you and value your expertise.

8. Work alongside GPs, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists within our custom-built multidisciplinary health centre and enjoy supporting your clients as part of a multidisciplinary team.

9. On your time off really get away from it all, load up your 4WD and experience the adventures of camping across Arnhem Land discovering untouched beaches and secluded waterholes.

10. Immerse yourself and connect with traditional Yolngu culture as you care for them in communities and homelands. https://www.eastarnhemland.com.au https://www.australiantraveller.com/nt/arnhem-land/4-reasons-you-should-visit-arnhem-land/

If this sounds like you, email your resume to ******@arnhemhealth.com.au or call 08 8919 4*** and ask for Sam or Sarah for further details. The Speech Pathologistjob is available to commence March 2024.