At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and innovate in Speech Pathology and Audiology at Gold Coast Health.
- Company: Join a world-class health care team in a vibrant Gold Coast community.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work options, career development, and competitive salary packaging.
- Other info: Diverse workplace culture with opportunities for research and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Tertiary degree in Speech Pathology or Audiology required.
An opportunity has become available for a Director Speech Pathology and Audiology to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14,000-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:
- Be responsible for the professional oversight of all Speech Pathologists and Audiologists
- Provide strategic leadership in the development of the Speech Pathology and Audiology profession
- Be responsible for solving complex clinical service or work-flow issues
- Drive innovative clinical practice, service development and improvement, clinical education and research initiatives
- Utilise high-level negotiation and conflict management skills
About you:
To be successful in this position you will require:
- Tertiary degree in Speech Pathology or Audiology
- 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
- 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
- Permanent full time
- Base salary ranging from $188,128 - $201,251 per annum
About Us:
Gold Coast Health provides public health care services to more than 500,000 people living in one of Australia's most desired lifestyle destinations. With an annual budget exceeding $1 billion, the service oversees more than 800 beds across two hospitals, as well as a range of community facilities offering services in child, mental, oral and sexual health.
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 Tuesday, 3 November 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.
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