The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne – Saint Albans VIC

We invite you to join the RCH and help turn our vision 'a world where all kids thrive' into a reality

We welcome applicants with varied experiences as training is provided | Newborn Hearing Screener - St Albans | Grade 2 | Victorian Infant Hearing Screening Program (VIHSP) at Joan Kirner Women's & Children's Hospital - Sunshine (located in St Albans) |

Part-Time Hours (25 hours per fortnight), Fixed Term (until April 12, 2027) | Shifts: Week 1 - Thursday, Week 2 - Monday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday |

About the Role:

An amazing, entry-level opportunity for a Newborn Hearing Screener (Grade 2). This role is a part time, fixed term position at 25 hours a fortnight, concluding on 12th April 2027. The successful candidate will be employed by The Royal Children's Hospital to conduct newborn hearing screening in the Victorian Infant Hearing Screening Program (VIHSP) at Joan Kirner Women's & Children's Hospital - Sunshine (located in St Albans).

Shifts:

- Week 1 - Thursday
- Week 2 - Monday, Friday, Saturday & 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 Health and Allied, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) 2025-2027

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 option with our partner, SmartSalary - Increase your take home pay by up to $11,500 per annum (and other additional salary-enhancing options)
- Workplace culture of continuous improvement, growth, support and training
- Clinical Education Hub in office to support continued training and professional development
- Hybrid work model, if applicable to role
- Convenient location & close to public transport
- Special events
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Support for working mothers including two on-site Early Learning Centres, flexible working arrangements, breast feeding and pumping facilities
- Help when you need it most Staff counselling, financial coaching, legal support, nutritional support and specialist helpline services, and more through our EAP partner, Converge
- Unlimited access to select fitness facilities in your local area via Fitness Passport
- Enjoy the convenience of an on-site retail precinct, featuring a range of shops, cafés, and food outlets (retail discounts & more)

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" proced

📌 Newborn Hearing Screener (Geelong)
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