Newborn Hearing Screener, 0.5 FTE (Permanent)

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity | Internal Applicants Only 

The remuneration range for this role is $52,260 - $65,981 and is covered by the collective agreement: PSA Allied MECA Allied, Public Health & Technical

Position Description | New-born Hearing Screener

A fantastic opportunity has arisen at Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti to join the small and dedicated Audiology team as a Newborn Hearing Screener.

The successful candidate will be an energetic, enthusiastic team player with a genuine desire to provide the highest standard of care, along with proven organisational skills and attention to detail. Essential attributes include strong oral and written communication skills, sound knowledge of all Windows-based applications, along with proven knowledge of the Privacy Act, and the Health Information Privacy Code, an understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi and cultural awareness.

The ability to work effectively under pressure, to take initiative, and a commitment to time management will be highly regarded. Training, including enrolment in and support with the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3 – Newborn Hearing Screening), will be provided.

Availability to work additional hours to cover periods of leave would be advantageous.

Experience in being around mothers and babies is important.

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For further information regarding this opportunity please contact Alex Grant, Clinical Leader, Audiology on (06) 869-0500 ext. 8252 or alexander.grant@tdh.org.nz

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne “Tairāwhiti” – “The light shines on the water” is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders and a deep connection to Māori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most that are not yet here. Our lifestyle is about time.

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We’re shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and take a greater role in their own health and wellbeing.

Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairāwhiti by working together.

Whakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best.

Awhi/support - Supporting our tūroro/patients their whānau/families, our community partners and each other.

Kotahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more.

Aroha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

To complete an application please use the “apply now” link provided which will redirect you through our online career's portal. For successful applicants our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.