Speech Pathologist
MMT Recruitment$38 an hour
Listed 17 Sep 2026
Open to Overseas candidates- Sponsorship offered
Industry: Allied Health
Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Location: Mornington Peninsula (Frankston, Mornington & Dromana hubs)
Salary: Transparent, Competitive and based on experience — see pay scale below
About the Role:
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Speech Pathologist to join a warm, predominantly paediatric multidisciplinary practice on the Mornington Peninsula. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, family-centred care across hub-based and community settings (schools, homes, and clinics), with approximately 20% adult caseload. You’ll use a holistic approach to assess and treat communication, language, and swallowing needs while collaborating within an experienced, integrated team.
Key Responsibilities:
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Conduct thorough assessments and individualised treatment plans for children and some adults.
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Deliver evidence-based therapy in clinic hubs and community settings (school/home visits).
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Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support integrated care pathways.
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Maintain timely, accurate clinical records and uphold client confidentiality.
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Prepare clear reports and communicate progress to families and referrers.
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Participate in regular supervision, team meetings and in-house professional development.
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Support a welcoming, organised workspace for clients and families.
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Maintain current professional registration and indemnity insurance.
Why Join Our Client?
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Be part of a supportive, genuinely collaborative team with a strong paediatric focus.
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Mix of hub-based and community work for variety and flexibility.
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Structured career support: team leaders for every ~7 staff, weekly supervision, and monthly in-house PD.
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No PD budget limits — we support your personal learning goals.
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Three dedicated team days per year to connect and grow as a team.
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Supplied laptop + travel reimbursement for community visits.
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Competitive salary with annual increases tied to experience and achievement.
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Meaningful, family-focused work in a region offering a great work/life balance.
Qualifications:
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Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology.
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Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) registration and professional indemnity insurance.
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Strong clinical skills with paediatric experience preferred.
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Comfortable working across clinic and community environments (school/home visits).
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Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
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Familiarity with healthcare software and confidentiality best practice.
Pay Structure (38-hour week; billables set at 5.8 hours/day including travel, report writing and non-face-to-face time):
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Graduate: $37.10 per hour + leave loading + super
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1 year out: $39.00 per hour + leave loading + super
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2 years out: $41.56 per hour + leave loading + super
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3–5 years: $42.88 – $47.87 per hour + leave loading + super
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5+ years: Negotiable based on experience (expertise is valued)
About the Company
Our client is a warm, welcoming multidisciplinary practice serving the Mornington Peninsula with three hubs (Frankston, Mornington, Dromana). The team delivers primarily paediatric services while supporting a smaller adult caseload (~20%). The collaborative team includes Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Teachers, Psychotherapists, Allied Health Assistants and Support Workers. The practice emphasises genuine support, ongoing growth, structured leadership, and a family-centred approach to care.
Interested?
We’d love to hear from passionate Speech Pathologists seeking a supportive and rewarding team environment.
Apply: Send your resume to miriam@mmtrecruitment.com.au / krystle@mmtrecruitment.com.au
Referral Reward: $1000