Question regarding audiology services in the South West region of WA, specifically focusing on staffing levels, vacancies, wait times, and the number of children on the waiting list. The answer provides specific figures for each aspect.

AnsweredQoN 1878Legislative Council
Asked
22 October 2014
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I refer to audiologists in the South West electoral region, and ask: (a) how many full time equivalent positions are located in the South West and where are they located; (b) how many positions are currently vacant; (c) what is the wait time for a consultation; and (d) how many children are currently on the wait list for a consultation?

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Answered
2 December 2014
Responded by
Parliamentary Secretary representing the Minister for Health
Response time
41 days
As at 22 October 2014 -
(a) 1.0 fulltime equivalent position is based in Bunbury and provides services to the WA Country Health Service - South West.
(b) Nil.
(c) All referrals are triaged and urgent referrals are seen within one - two weeks, the average wait time is currently 73 days.
(d) 91.

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