Audiologist - advanced (audiology department)

Summary

Exciting opportunities available now with the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.

About your opportunity

The purpose of this position is to provide advanced clinical and consultancy services within the Audiology service.

The position delivers advanced audiological services to stakeholders/consumers in the North Queensland region to achieve excellence in patient care, education, and research.

This includes:

• Independently delivering and demonstrating advanced clinical skills in one or more specialised areas including infants and paediatrics, vestibular, ear, nose & throat (ENT) and cochlear implants.
• Providing service‐wide audiological clinical and professional advice on the above‐mentioned specialised areas, including taking a lead role in skill development of less experienced staff.
• Co‐ordination of multidisciplinary teams including the Childhood Hearing Clinic, North Queensland Cochlear Implant Clinic, First Point Of Contact ENT Clinics and the Community Hearing Screening Program.

About your new employer

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting‐edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

A strong community‐driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro‐level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close‐knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family‐friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $5557.50 to $5798.90 per fortnight (HP5).
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%–17.5% loading.
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.
• Salary sacrificing options may be available.

Requirements:

• Possession of a tertiary degree in Audiology from a recognised institution and eligibility for provisional or full membership with Audiology Australia.
• The position may require working across any of the sites/facilities within the Townsville Hospital & Health Service based on current service needs and priorities.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre‐employment checks will be conducted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Contact: Lisa Rainbow – 07 4433 2762.