Newborn Hearing Screener
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Give every baby the best start by screening newborns for hearing loss with AABR before discharge.
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration: $32.46 - $33.70 per hour
Location: Westmead
Where you'll be working
Experience exceptional care at Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), serving Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Holroyd, and Parramatta. We provide high-quality primary, secondary, and advanced tertiary health services across Greater Western Sydney. Guided by our vision of “better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond,” we foster a culture built on collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.
What you'll be doing
Clinically screen newborn babies in the first days of life for hearing loss prior to their discharge home using Automated Auditory Brainstem Response (AABR) testing with AABR machinery.
If you're passionate, adaptable, and driven to give newborns the best start—join us in early hearing care!
We’re seeking a flexible, dependable team member to work weekdays and weekends (as rostered) across WSLHD sites. Able to work both independently and as part of a supportive team and confident in following newborn screening policies and practice and maintaining high - quality documentation.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Selection Criteria:
- Positive and enthusiastic manner and able to work independently under direction and seeks guidance and supervision as required
- Excellent time management and organisation skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to read and write English to an acceptable standard with clear and effective communication skills both written and verbal.
- Ability to work well in a team, enhancing the capability and contribution of the team.
- Demonstrated high level computer skills such as IPM & EMR
- Valid NSW Drivers Licence
Requisition ID: REQ617772
Applications Close: 11th January 2026
Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application. The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview.
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- For inquiries about the role, contact Judith McCloskey at Judith.Mccloskey@health.nsw.gov.au or on 0438 165 372.
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People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for casual employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.
