Speech Pathologist - Hobart

SPEECH PATHOLOGIST - HOBART

Your opportunity:

• Exciting career opportunity for a Speech Pathologist (open to recent graduates and experienced clinicians) to join our supportive mobile team.
• Provide dysphagia and communication assessment and intervention for adults in residential aged care and community settings.
• Comprehensive 1:1 onboarding, mentoring, and weekly supervision specifically designed to support new graduates transitioning into the workforce.

Reporting to your state-based Speech Pathology Team Leader, you will provide high-quality mobile Speech Pathology services to adults living in residential aged care facilities and the local community. We support adults living with dementia, Parkinson’s disease, post-stroke, progressive neurological disorders, and ageing-related decline.

Enjoy exceptional support with access to extensive resources and structured clinical supervision (including 1:1 buddy shift during the induction period, followed by dedicated 30-minute weekly sessions for new graduates). Plus, further your skills with internal and external workshops and a $500 annual professional development allowance to explore your interest areas."

This is a full-time (Monday - Friday) role based in Hobart, Tasmania, with a planned commencement in January 2027.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing your calendar of appointments – we’re a flexible workplace, so you can choose the work hours and locations that suit you
• Assessing and diagnosing your clients’ swallowing and communication difficulties with full team support and guidance
• Provision of telehealth-based dysphagia and/or communication assessment and intervention
• Liaison with our close-knit national team of Speech Pathologists
• Advocating for support for clients with communication difficulties
• Working closely with organisational staff, support coordinators, and your Plena colleagues to ensure optimum care needs are met
• Providing consultative and educational support to clients, their families, and colleagues

Who we are:

With over 20 years’ experience, Plena Healthcare is Australia’s leading national allied health provider to the aged care, community, and disability sectors, and a proud part of Australian Unity. Our closely-connected team of Speech Pathologists, Dietitians, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Podiatrists are passionate about the care they provide to clients. They are at the centre of everything we do.

Plena are a values-led organisation - we bring energy, act with integrity, nurture and care, and we listen and connect. As part of Australian Unity, our values demonstrate our commitment to our people, customers, and community, and define who we are, what we do, and how we do it. When we come together, we shine.

Your career with Plena:

Starting your career with us means you won't be doing it alone! In addition to a close team environment and a competitive salary, Plena Healthcare prides itself on a genuine work/life balance where flexibility is key. We support and inspire our team to enrich the lives of our clients through a tried and tested program, which is the best in the industry.

To support our clients, you will need a professional qualification in Speech Pathology with eligibility for an active membership with Speech Pathology Australia. You will be required to travel, so having a driver’s licence and a reliable form of transport will be critical.

Plena Perks:

When joining our Plena Healthcare community, you will also unlock a multitude of Plena Perks:

• Work-life balance, flexible working hours, and management of your schedule.
• Shine Days – up to two extra days off per year to say thanks for all you do!
• Industry-leading professional development program equivalent to $500 annually so that you can choose PD that meets your interests.
• Regular full-day internal professional development sessions with the national team.
• Dedicated 1:1 internal supervision – 30 minutes every week for new graduates to ensure you feel fully supported as you launch your career!
• Health Kick - $150 annual budget to spend on your fitness and well-being.
• 14 weeks paid parental leave - for both parents!
• Shine Awards – monthly, quarterly, and yearly awards valued up to $2000 recognizing outstanding contributions.
• Treasure Chest Fund - We like to spread joy by giving you money to spend on brightening the day of your clients.
• $3000 Refer-a-friend bonus – sharing is caring!

“We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, committed to supporting an inclusive & diverse workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of all ages, cultural identities, gender identities and expressions & LGBTIQA+ people.”