Senior Audiologis

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Rehabilitation of the hard of hearing using digital hearing aids

Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of clinical

Audiology and hearing aid technology

Audit base software and Noah software

Have some knowledge of HR issues relating to the management of staff

Have some experience and be able to perform in specialised areas of Paediatric testing, i.e. VRA, OAE, ABR

Experience and perform in Adult Neuro-otology i.e., ENG, Caloric, ABR, OAE, Real Ear Measurement (MHAS)

Recording test results and accurate record keeping in timely manner

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• BSc / MSc in Audiology or BAAT part 1 and 2

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Speech Audiometry
• Have knowledge of fitting CROS BI CROS Aids
• Advanced knowledge of Audit base and Noah software

Experience

Essential criteria

• Demonstrable NHS Service experience in Audiology
• Perform full vestibular testing (VFT), ABR's and OAE
• BAHA assessment and fitting

Skills

Essential criteria

• Assisting line manager, in the daily running of the service and supervise the work of trainees and students as required
• Ability to deputise for Chief Audiologists and Head of Audiology

Values Based Question

Essential criteria

• How do you demonstrate respect and dignity?

Please note that we do not accept applications via CV or recruitment agencies.

This post will close before the intended closing date should sufficient number of suitable applications be received. Therefore, if you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity.

Applications are welcomed from applicants who wish to apply for a position on the basis of a smarter or flexible working arrangement. Where candidates are successful at interview, such requests will be taken under consideration and accommodated where the needs of the service allow.

We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

All staff no matter where they work or which age group of patients they work with must be aware of their responsibility to act when they feel a child, young person or vulnerable adult has been or is at risk of abuse.

We are a fully non-smoking Trust. Smoking is completely prohibited in all Trust buildings, grounds and car parks for patients, visitors, staff and contractors.

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Job Description (PDF, 582.5KB)
• Recruitment Guide for Candidates (PDF, 208.2KB)