The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Speech Pathologist - Team Leader (Acute) 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.
You will
Lead competency training and skill development in dysphagia and tracheostomy management
Coordinate a team of acute speech pathologists, operational and professionally
Problem solve urgent and emergent complex clinical issues.
Provide high quality clinical communication, swallowing and tracheostomy assessment and management
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
Tertiary degree in Speech Pathology
Eligibility for practicing membership to Speech Pathology Australia
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
Permanent full time
Base salary ranging from $144,991 - $151,289 per annum
About Us
Join a large, supportive speech pathology team within Gold Coast Health, leading the acute inpatient team. Gold Coast University Hospital has a large ICU and provides specialist acute services in the areas of neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, spinal injury and stroke. There are established videofluoroscopy (VFSS) and flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) clinics run by the Speech Pathology service. Benefits of working for the Gold Coast Health Speech Pathology Service include regular professional practice supervision in line with Speech Pathology Australia guidelines, and a fortnightly professional supervision program, incorporating clinical topics, journal club and mandatory training. The Gold Coast Health Speech Pathology Service has close links with Griffith University and there are various opportunities for staff to deliver clinical specialist lectures, assist with student training and to participate in clinical research which is embedded in service delivery.
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 Wednesday, 1 July 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: GC685800
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