Speech Pathologist - Townsville

Who We Are:

With over 20 years of experience, Plena Healthcare is Australia’s leading national allied health provider, supporting the aged care, community, and disability sectors. Our dedicated team of Speech Pathologists, Dietitians, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Podiatrists are passionate about delivering high-quality care. Our clients are at the heart of everything we do.

It’s an exciting time to join Plena Healthcare! Following our recent acquisition by Australian Unity, we are entering a new phase of growth and investment in our people, services, and communities. This partnership strengthens our foundation as a trusted allied health provider, while opening up new opportunities for innovation, professional development, and career progression.

If you’re looking to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team where your impact truly matters, now is the perfect time to join us on this journey.

Your Opportunity:

We are seeking a casual Speech Pathologist to join our mobile clinical team, supporting adults in residential aged care.

• Provide dysphagia and communication assessment and intervention for adults.
• Open to permanent part-time (PPT) applicants, with opportunities to support Plena’s Speech Pathology Telehealth Clinic.
• Suitable for both recent graduates and experienced clinicians.

Reporting to your state-based Speech Pathology Team Leader, you will deliver high-quality mobile Speech Pathology services to adults living with conditions such as dementia, Parkinson’s disease, post-stroke impairments, progressive neurological disorders, and ageing-related decline.

Your Responsibilities:

• Assessing and diagnosing swallowing and communication difficulties.
• Providing telehealth-based dysphagia and/or communication assessment and intervention.
• Collaborating with a national team of Speech Pathologists.
• Advocating for clients with communication difficulties.
• Working closely with care staff, support coordinators, and Plena colleagues to ensure optimal care.
• Providing consultative and educational support to clients, families, and colleagues.

Your Career With Plena:

Plena Healthcare offers a close-knit team environment, a competitive salary (reviewed annually), and a genuine work-life balance. We empower our clinicians with flexibility—set your own schedule and structure your day in a way that works best for you.

To join our team, you’ll need:

• A professional qualification in Speech Pathology with an active membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
• A driver’s license and reliable transport for travel.

Plena Perks:

Joining Plena Healthcare means unlocking a range of benefits:

• Flexible working hours and control over your schedule.
• Health Kick – $150 annual wellness budget.
• Shine Awards – monthly, quarterly, and yearly recognition awards valued up to $2000.
• Treasure Chest Fund – funding to brighten a client’s day.
• $1000 referral bonuses for recommending a friend.

At Plena Healthcare, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, gender identities, and the LGBTIQA+ community.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!