Audiologist Level 3

Join us in helping every child be heard – and shaping brighter futures through expert audiology care. Your expertise, compassion, and leadership can make a lasting impact.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Audiologist Level 3

Remuneration: $ $58.52 per hour + superannuation

Hours Per Week: 16

Location: John Hunter Children's Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ605531

Applications Close: Wednesday 15th October 2025

Where you'll be working

John Hunter Children's Hospital (JHCH) is a leading facility located in Newcastle, New South Wales. As part of the John Hunter Health Complex, JHCH provides specialised paediatric care to children and young people across the Hunter New England Local Health District and beyond. The hospital is renowned for its collaborative, family-centred approach and commitment to excellence in clinical care, education, and research.

What you'll be doing

The Audiology Department provides comprehensive specialist hearing services to children and young people across HNELHD, with a limited tertiary-level service to families in Northern NSW, and a limited adult service on a need's basis.

Services include:

• Infant diagnostics
• General paediatric audiology
• ENT/Audiology-led pathways

Children can be referred to JHCH Audiology by specialist doctors across the district if they are identified as having, or being at risk of having, hearing loss. Care and treatment are guided by evidence-based practices and collaborative care pathways. Working on-site at JHCH, you'll join a small team of caring, enthusiastic specialist Audiologists who deliver both inpatient and outpatient services, including advanced diagnostic hearing assessments in theatres or under anaesthesia where required.

About you

You are a highly skilled audiologist with extensive experience in paediatric audiology, preferably within a tertiary or specialist setting. You bring advanced clinical diagnostic and case management skills, with a strong ability to make sound clinical decisions independently. Your excellent communication and interpersonal abilities allow you to build effective working relationships with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams. You demonstrate leadership in clinical supervision and mentoring, supporting the development of junior staff and students. Passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, you are committed to improving outcomes for children and families through innovation, collaboration, and evidence-based practice.

Requirements

• Master's Degree or equivalent in Audiology and eligible to be a member of Audiological Society of Australia.

What we can offer you

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work life balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD- for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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