Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our dynamic and dedicated team in the Audiology Department. Our small, collaborative team is committed to delivering exceptional audiological services to our community. We specialize in diagnostic and rehabilitative audiological services for eligible individuals, and we maintain strong, collaborative relationships with other healthcare professionals including ENT specialists and Newborn Hearing Screeners.
About the Location
Te Whatu Ora Health NZ – Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral (MidCentral) provides healthcare services to over 180,000 people across the Manawatu, Horowhenua and Tararua regions. With a large hospital campus at Palmerston North, the health care provider also provides key health care and support services to neighbouring communities. Palmerston North is a major university city and is at the hub of key routes to the central North Island ski fields, and river adventures. Wellington the capital city, is only a two hour journey by road, as are the wine growing regions of Hawke's Bay and Wairarapa.
About you
We are offering a full-time permanent position, working 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE). The successful applicant will require:
Full membership with the New Zealand Audiological Society and possession of a current annual practicing certificate are required.
A current paediatric certification in Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA) and/or Habilitation (HAB) and experience working with children are preferred, but we strongly encourage applicants without paediatric certification to apply, as we are happy to provide the necessary training and support.
• A valid driver's license is required to facilitate coverage of clinics located in the community, specifically in Levin and/or Dannevirke.
If this is the opportunity you have been waiting for, then we look forward to hearing from you.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Maree Loynes Recruitment Specialist or Abigail Catu Lead Audiologist
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Health NZ – MidCentral District is committed to ensuring that children and young people are safe from abuse and harm. As part of our commitment to children and young people, and in line with the Vulnerable Children Act 2014, appointment to positions that involve regular or overnight contact with children will include worker safety checks. These checks are in addition to the requirement to have a satisfactory police clearance. Further information will be provided to shortlisted candidates. To find out more information about the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 click here.