Speech Pathologist (New Graduate)

The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Speech Pathologist (New Graduate) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

Graduate Recruitment for Speech Pathology

You will

• Deliver speech pathology services to adults with communication and swallowing disorders
• Undertake routine speech pathology communication and swallowing assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and case management tasks
• Utilise clinical knowledge, skill, judgement and problem solving ability
• Provide clinical education regarding routine and non-routine speech pathology related topics, as appropriate for level of experience

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Tertiary degree in Speech Pathology
• While not mandatory, Speech Pathology Australia membership is highly desirable
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Driver Licence
• Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Temporary full time (up to 12 months)
• Base salary ranging from $3 030.00 - $4 453.50 per fortnight

About Us

This structured rotational role provides exposure to acute inpatient, rehabilitation, outpatient, paediatric and specialist services, supported by dedicated supervision, mentoring and professional development opportunities. You will build clinical competence and confidence while contributing to safe, high quality patient care, service continuity and multidisciplinary teamwork. 

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong 

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Friday, 19 June 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC685011 

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.