Speech Therapist (Rural Allied Health - Ingham)

About the work unit / facility

Rural Allied Health / Allied Health Service Division / Ingham Hospital

Ingham Health Service is a 28-bed inpatient facility with emergency and general surgical services.

Ingham is culturally diverse town with a rich Italian history; just over an hour's drive north from Townsville it offers a unique collection of culture, fresh produce and vast green landscapes.

About your opportunity

This position provides a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the Ingham region, whilst providing high quality Speech Pathology services.

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $64.64 to $69.55 p.h. (HP4)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration:

• A Tertiary Degree Qualification (or equivalent) in Speech Pathology from a recognised tertiary institution is considered mandatory for this position.
• This position will require the successful applicant to travel and provide outreach services. It is essential that a Class C Motor Vehicle license be held by the applicant.
• Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland Health to seek a ‘working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position.
• Highly regarded: Demonstrated ability to develop and evaluate clinical speech pathology services with reference to evidence-based practice and quality improvement principles and to lead speech pathology related service improvement initiatives.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Bridget Webber on (07) 4433 5395.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV695340

Applications close: Wednesday, 4 November 2026

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.