Speech Therapists

About Us

We are a comprehensive health hub located in Nhulunbuy, Northern Territory, dedicated to enhancing the well-being of the East Arnhem community.

Our state-of-the-art facility offers a wide range of services, including a Family Medical Clinic, Physiotherapy, Clinical Pilates and Group Classes, Skin Cancer Clinic, Remedial Massage, and Occupational Therapy.

We provide eight fully equipped consultation rooms and a rehabilitation exercise studio, ensuring practitioners have the resources they need without the burden of long-term rental fees or overheads.

Your Opportunity

We are now looking for multiple Speech Therapists to join us on either a full-time or part-time basis in Nhulunbuy, Northern Territory.

You will be primarily responsible for regular outreach trips to remote communities and closely collaborating with individual's families and key stakeholders to deliver client centred care to both adults and children experiencing a range of disabilities.

Your caseload will predominantly be NDIS with additional private and aged care clients.

Responsibilities:

Conducting speech, language and communication assessments, considering the cultural needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Documenting patient assessments, treatment plans, and progress with cultural sensitivity
D Delivering tailored speech pathology services using culturally appropriate therapies
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic, respectful care
Participating in team meetings to adjust treatment plans as needed
Being flexible and adaptable in supporting the healthcare team
What You Need

The successful candidate will require current AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) registration along with at least 4 years of prior experience as a Speech Therapist.

It is also deemed essential that you have prior experience working with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people within a remote or regional community.

NDIS experience will be highly regarded.

We are ultimately looking for dedicated Speech Therapists who are polite, considerate and thoughtful of others.

As a successful candidate you will need to build and nurture strong long-term relationships at all levels, striving to understand your clients' personal needs, goals and wants, and consistently exceeding them.

Candidates who show leadership potential and the ability to mentor more junior Speech Therapists will be at a distinct advantage.

Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary PLUS super and additional benefits.

Additional benefits include:

$5,000 sign on bonus
Fully furnished accommodation
5 weeks annual leave
Fully subsidised rent
Relocation assistance up to $10,000
Access to our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) for full-time staff
Free GP services
Access to pool vehicle for community-based sessions
Wellbeing package including 24/7 gym access, free pilates classes and free physiotherapy
5 days paid professional development and access to additional NTPHN Scholarships and Bursaries
This fantastic opportunity will also allow you to get back to a simpler life with a 5-minute commute to work, no traffic lights and a community that welcomes you with open arms.

We also allow you to rediscover work-life balance with a 4 day week available so you can enjoy all the region has to offer.

Whether you love four wheel driving, camping or fishing, East Arnhem Land offers it all right on your doorstep.

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