As our new Audiologist - Advanced Clinical Leader, you won’t be stepping into someone else’s blueprint - you’ll have the opportunity to establish the clinical direction of the service, lead professional governance, influence workforce planning and develop innovative models of care across CQ Health.

Based in Rockhampton, you can build an exciting clinical leadership career without giving up the lifestyle that makes regional Queensland special. Swap long city commutes for a more relaxed pace, lower living costs and more time for yourself, with beaches, rivers, national parks and country escapes all within easy reach.

With Professional Development Leave and Allowance, this is a role built for an Audiologist ready to lead, influence and leave their mark.

Job details

About us:

The Audiology Service within Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS) provides diagnostic audiology services to children and adults referred from the Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) service and the Healthy Hearing program.

About the role:

• Deliver advanced diagnostic audiology services to infants, children and adults across CQHHS, including complex outpatient and inpatient care, with a high degree of independent clinical judgement.
• Provide clinical leadership and expert guidance for complex and urgent cases, while mentoring and supervising Audiologists, Allied Health Assistants and other health professionals.
• Lead professional governance and service development for the Audiology Service, including evidence-based clinical practices, protocols, education and strategic direction.
• Drive service improvement, workforce development and innovation through data analysis, quality improvement initiatives, research, workforce planning and the development of innovative models of care.

About you:

• Hold a recognised tertiary degree in Audiology and be eligible for provisional or full membership with Audiology Australia.
• Demonstrate advanced clinical expertise and the ability to independently deliver high-quality, evidence-based and patient-centred diagnostic audiology services.
• Bring strong communication and organisational skills, with experience working in complex multidisciplinary environments and supporting innovative models of care.
• Provide effective leadership and operational management, including workforce planning, rostering, staff supervision, performance monitoring and sustainable service delivery.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $172,615 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $73.12 - $76.30 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Professional Development Leave and Allowance
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6I692524

Applications close: Wednesday, 7 October 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK6I692524 - Audiologist Advanced Clinical Leader (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)