Overview
The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) – Vision The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is "A world where all kids thrive". RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation. RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870. A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas. The Hospital has more than 6,000 staff, a budget of $850M, 12 wards and 350 beds. Annually, the RCH has 300,000+ Specialist Clinic appointments, 90,000+ Emergency Department presentations and 20,000 elective surgeries. RCH is committed to the Child Safe Standards and staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact.
Newborn Hearing Screener (Grade 2) – Victorian Infant Hearing Screening Program (VIHSP)
* Heidelberg location
* Excellent employee benefits including salary packaging
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
About the Roles
This role is a part time ongoing position at 15 hours a fortnight. Shift will consist of Tuesdays and every second Sunday. You will be responsible for conducting hearing screens on newborn babies in accordance with VIHSP protocols and procedures. You will communicate with parents in a sensitive and accurate manner, while maintaining thorough and timely documentation across multiple IT systems. Classification for this position will range from AO21 - AO25 (FTE base salary $66,768 to $73,811.92 per annum, plus superannuation).
What You'll Achieve
* Contribute to the early detection of newborn hearing loss, ensuring that infants receive timely diagnosis and intervention.
* Provide family-centred, compassionate, and clear communication with parents about the screening process.
* Assist in the smooth operation of administrative duties, supporting efficient service delivery.
* Uphold the high standards of VIHSP, maintaining accurate records and assisting in quality assurance activities.
* Work effectively with the VIHSP team and hospital staff to support newborn hearing care.
Your Skills And Experience
* Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with families, stakeholders and other team members.
* Proficient in data entry and general administrative tasks.
* Experience or ability to work in a hospital environment.
* Experience or comfort working with newborns.
* Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
About The Department
The Victorian Infant Hearing Screening Program (VIHSP) is dedicated to early detection of hearing loss in newborn babies across Victoria, ensuring timely intervention and support for affected families. Operating within the Centre for Community Child Health, the program works closely with hospitals and healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality hearing screening services, contributing to the overall health and development of infants.
What We Offer
* Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
* Employee Assistance Program
Other Requirements
* Flexibility to work at multiple hospital sites in a region as needed.
* Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development.
* Commitment to adhering to the program\'s procedures and ensuring safety and accuracy in hearing screening.
* Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain.
* Valid Working with Children Check.
* A current Victorian Drivers Licence, as the ability to travel between maternity hospitals is essential.
* Compliance with RCHs "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedure.
Application Process
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately; we encourage you to apply promptly. For more information about this position please contact Natasha Hughes at 0412 481 517 (Mond, Wed, Thurs only).
Why work at the RCH?
RCH offers high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city. Benefits include discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program. The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI community members, and people with disability. It is a requirement of employment that you be vaccinated against influenza annually for Category A and B roles, unless you have a medical exception. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement. There may also be a requirement to comply with directions to be vaccinated against or prove immunity to other diseases, subject to exemptions. Offers of employment are conditional on successful completion of background checks including reference checks.
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