Senior Assistant Audiologist

The Audiology service deals with the assessment and management of hearing, tinnitus and balance in schools, primary and community locations and hospital settings.

The service is looking for someone compassionate about providing a quality service to patients to lead the hearing aid repairs and maintenance clinic in Neath Port Talbot hospital.

This role will principally be involved in hearing aid repairs or replacement and supporting patients with the maintenance of their hearing aids. The role holders will assist the senior audiology team with various clinical and administrative activities as described in the job description.

There may be an opportunity to assist in paediatric clinics or take part in hearing screening in schools.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, has excellent communication and is looking for a new challenge or experience.

Training will be provided.

Applicants should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with meticulous attention to detail. Minimum qualifications of GCSEs including Maths and English or equivalent. Previous experience of working within a healthcare environment is desirable.

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.

The post holder will manage their own work within their scope of practice.

Occasional attendance at other Audiology sites within the Health Board may be required.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.