Audiology Practitioner
3 weeks ago
Position Overview
We are excited to announce a vacancy within our Audiology division at University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust. We seek a compassionate, driven, and enthusiastic audiologist to become a vital part of our supportive team on a full-time basis.
The ideal candidate will serve as a Band 5 audiologist, contributing to exceptional patient-focused evaluations, hearing aid fittings, and follow-up consultations. You will also engage in the innovation of new practices to further enhance the high-quality service we provide.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct diagnostic audiological assessments for both adults and children independently, recommending suitable care strategies.
- Analyze and interpret a wide range of diagnostic and rehabilitative test outcomes for adult patients, and some pediatric cases.
- Manage a caseload of rehabilitative patients, utilizing care plans based on direct referrals when appropriate.
- Perform tinnitus assessments and provide counseling for routine adult patients.
- Refer patients for specialized audiological evaluations and/or to other healthcare professionals as necessary.
- Select appropriate hearing aid prescriptions and systems tailored to individual patient needs.
- Ensure optimal functionality of hearing aid systems to meet specific patient requirements.
- Work independently for extended periods at various clinics.
- Conduct ward and home visits as needed.
- Participate in specialized clinical practices under the guidance of senior audiology staff, following in-house training and/or specialized courses.
- Mentor and support junior audiology staff, apprentices, and university students.
- Implement educational programs to facilitate audiologist training as directed by senior staff.
- Assist senior audiology staff with the daily management of departmental operations.
- Help organize the department's workload effectively.
About Us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is recognized as one of the largest and most advanced healthcare providers in the region. We are dedicated to serving a diverse population and are known for our exceptional facilities, educational opportunities, and research initiatives.
Our workforce is essential to our mission, and we take pride in offering a variety of development programs to help every employee reach their full potential.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes equal opportunities for career advancement. We value diversity and strive to create an environment where all staff feel appreciated and respected. In return, we expect our employees to uphold the values that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust, we believe that investing in our staff directly enhances the quality of care we provide. Our employees are as important as the patients we serve.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
- BSc in Audiology or equivalent qualification.
- Experience in adult audiology assessments.
- Proficiency in fitting routine hearing aids for adults.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience working in an NHS audiology department at Band 5 level.
- Experience in assessing children aged three years and older.
Additional Skills
- Ability to effectively counsel patients with tinnitus.
