Speech Pathologist

MMT Recruitment
VictoriaFull time

$38 an hour

Listed 17 Sep 2026

 Speech Pathologist

 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:

  • Conduct thorough assessments and individualised treatment plans for children and some adults.

  • Deliver evidence-based therapy in clinic hubs and community settings (school/home visits).

  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support integrated care pathways.

  • Maintain timely, accurate clinical records and uphold client confidentiality.

  • Prepare clear reports and communicate progress to families and referrers.

  • Participate in regular supervision, team meetings and in-house professional development.

  • Support a welcoming, organised workspace for clients and families.

  • Maintain current professional registration and indemnity insurance.

Why Join Our Client?

  • Be part of a supportive, genuinely collaborative team with a strong paediatric focus.

  • Mix of hub-based and community work for variety and flexibility.

  • Structured career support: team leaders for every ~7 staff, weekly supervision, and monthly in-house PD.

  • No PD budget limits — we support your personal learning goals.

  • Three dedicated team days per year to connect and grow as a team.

  • Supplied laptop + travel reimbursement for community visits.

  • Competitive salary with annual increases tied to experience and achievement.

  • Meaningful, family-focused work in a region offering a great work/life balance.

Qualifications:

  • Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology.

  • Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) registration and professional indemnity insurance.

  • Strong clinical skills with paediatric experience preferred.

  • Comfortable working across clinic and community environments (school/home visits).

  • Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.

  • 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):

  • Graduate: $37.10 per hour + leave loading + super

  • 1 year out: $39.00 per hour + leave loading + super

  • 2 years out: $41.56 per hour + leave loading + super

  • 3–5 years: $42.88 – $47.87 per hour + leave loading + super

  • 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