Diagnostic Audiologist (516550)

Job Description:

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The Role:

As part of the multidisciplinary Statewide Audiology Service, the Diagnostic Audiologist:

• Manages the day-to-day operations of the Audiology component of the Statewide Cochlear Implant Service and Universal Newborn Hearing Screening (UNHS) Program. This includes:
  • Providing cochlear implant assessments and rehabilitation.
  • Undertaking infant diagnostic assessments.
  • Providing information and advice to clients and their families on the suitability of available treatment options including implantable technology.
• Provides high level audiological diagnosis and management to adults and children referred to the service.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

The area:

The Audiology team is growing! More opportunities have arisen…… A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, dynamic, progressive, enthusiastic Diagnostic Audiologist, based at the Royal Hobart Hospital. Tasmania’s largest public teaching hospital provides a wide range of acute, sub-acute and specialised services and is centrally located, close to public transport and a short walk to the CBD. The Statewide Audiology Service has 20+ team members including audiologists, audiometrists, infant hearing screeners, speech pathologists and family support facilitators. Collaborate with our multidisciplinary team including ENT specialists, Paediatricians, Clinical Geneticist and Genetic Counsellors, to provide evidence based, patient centred care and achieve great outcomes for the Tasmanian community.

Details of Appointment

Permanent, full time & part time, day worker positions working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

Fixed Term, part time, day worker position working 15.2 hours per fortnight commencing as soon as possible for approximately twelve (12) months.

*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Salary:

$101,108 to $119,430 per annum + 10.5% superannuation + access to salary packaging

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2019

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

*Relocation assistance may be available.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $724 per annum or the ability to accrue funds for up to five years.
  
  Please note that access to salaries beyond $109,964 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

1. Satisfactory completion of an appropriate course of study* from a recognised tertiary institution.
2. Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration.

* “appropriate course of study” is tertiary qualifications in Audiology and eligibility for full membership of Audiology Australia.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

1. Current Driver’s Licence

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

• Crimes of violence
• sex related offences
• serious drug offences
• crimes involving dishonesty

2. Identification check
3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

* Please note that our application process has changed. Refer to the attached Application Guide for information about the new application format.

Statement of Duties

• 516550, 527715 Diagnostic Audiologist HP03 (Nov 2022) WWCR HR22.pdf
• 516550, 527715 Diagnostic Audiologist HP03 (Nov 2022) WWCR HR22.docx

Applicant Guide

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf
• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx

How to Apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties.

Please note:

• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

For more information (Contact Officer)

Contact: Michelle Chacksfield
Position: Discipline Lead - Audiology
Phone: (03) 6166 0107
E-mail: [email protected]

Important information

The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly.

To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details

The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.

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