Job summary Are you ready to play a pivotal role in transforming audiology services? Powys Teaching Health Board is excited to announce an opportunity for a Professional Head of Service. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Audiologist to join us. You will have the chance to contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality care for patients of Powys. Reporting operationally to the Head of Therapies and Healthcare Science Services and the professionally Executive Director of Allied Health Professional and Healthcare Science the post holder will be responsible for the budget, professional practice and delivery of the whole range of the Audiology services and Ear Care Nurse Services. They will work with the team members in building strong cross-professional relationships and networks internally and externally. They will undertake clinical/professional duties carrying out highly complex testing on patients majority of which will be non routine. The postholder should be a registered Clinical Scientist or Audiologist, registered with the HCPC or AHCS. Ideally the applicant should be working at or towards registration as a consultant clinical scientist with the AHCS Higher Specialist Scientist Register. The postholder should have an MSc in audiology or equivalent level of experience. Main duties of the job The Head of Audiology is a professional leader within the Therapies and Health Science services providing professional leadership and advice to the Audiology Service and the organisation. Operational management of the Audiology portfolio and other delegated services across Powys e.g. Ear Care. Providing advice on a wide range of service matters to patients, service users, carers and clinicians. Development, provision and evaluation of comprehensive clinical services within own portfolio. Lead on specific clinical audits, research and quality improvement projects. Holding a highly complex clinical caseload. About us Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation. As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being. To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer. Date posted 01 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £54,550 to £61,412 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 070-HS007-1124 Job locations TBC - Brecon War Memorial Hospital, Cerrigochion Road, Brecon LD3 7NS Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. Person Specification Qualification / Knowledge Essential Degree/Diploma in Audiology BAAT I and II or equivalent Master's level of education or equivalent experience Registered with HCPC or The Academy of Healthcare Science (AHCS) Knowledge of the NHS healthcare system and national standards Leadership or management qualification/ training Risk management training Documented evidence of CPD Desirable Membership of special interest group / Professional Body Completion of MSC Experience Essential Varied post graduate clinical experience Experience of a specialist clinical area including adult and paediatric diagnosis assessment and rehabilitation Leadership experience and supervision of senior staff and teams Experience of operationally managing a team or service Experience of managing budgets and financial planning Experience of managing a range of HR issues Business and workforce planning experience Experience of managing and delivering change Experience of Service Development and successful budgeting management Proven track record of delivering against set objectives and achieving key targets and analyse complex information on a range of clinical and professional information Desirable Experience of cross boundary / agency working Research experience Experience of working in a complex organisation Participation in national and local professional forums Deaf Awareness Aptitudes and Abilities Essential Effectively negotiate, persuade and influence at all levels and provide convincing, well supported arguments Effectively manage and resolve conflict and complex problems Able to lead, motivate and inspire staff Manage staff and achieve optimum performance Detailed knowledge of research / audit processes and application Detailed knowledge of current professional policy and practice and its implications/professional priorities and issues Detailed knowledge of clinical governance issues and implementing good practice High level analytical skills and capability to compile high level reports Comprehensive IT skills to support clinical and management practice Excellent verbal and written presentation skills Desirable Ability to speak Welsh Project management skills Values Essential Demonstrate PTHB Values Able to maintain credibility amongst all levels of staf Demonstrates initiative Self-motivated Excellent interpersonal skills Trustworthy and reliable Commitment to own personal development Provide professional emotional support Other Essential Ability to travel within geographical area Able to work hours flexibly Person Specification Qualification / Knowledge Essential Degree/Diploma in Audiology BAAT I and II or equivalent Master's level of education or equivalent experience Registered with HCPC or The Academy of Healthcare Science (AHCS) Knowledge of the NHS healthcare system and national standards Leadership or management qualification/ training Risk management training Documented evidence of CPD Desirable Membership of special interest group / Professional Body Completion of MSC Experience Essential Varied post graduate clinical experience Experience of a specialist clinical area including adult and paediatric diagnosis assessment and rehabilitation Leadership experience and supervision of senior staff and teams Experience of operationally managing a team or service Experience of managing budgets and financial planning Experience of managing a range of HR issues Business and workforce planning experience Experience of managing and delivering change Experience of Service Development and successful budgeting management Proven track record of delivering against set objectives and achieving key targets and analyse complex information on a range of clinical and professional information Desirable Experience of cross boundary / agency working Research experience Experience of working in a complex organisation Participation in national and local professional forums Deaf Awareness Aptitudes and Abilities Essential Effectively negotiate, persuade and influence at all levels and provide convincing, well supported arguments Effectively manage and resolve conflict and complex problems Able to lead, motivate and inspire staff Manage staff and achieve optimum performance Detailed knowledge of research / audit processes and application Detailed knowledge of current professional policy and practice and its implications/professional priorities and issues Detailed knowledge of clinical governance issues and implementing good practice High level analytical skills and capability to compile high level reports Comprehensive IT skills to support clinical and management practice Excellent verbal and written presentation skills Desirable Ability to speak Welsh Project management skills Values Essential Demonstrate PTHB Values Able to maintain credibility amongst all levels of staf Demonstrates initiative Self-motivated Excellent interpersonal skills Trustworthy and reliable Commitment to own personal development Provide professional emotional support Other Essential Ability to travel within geographical area Able to work hours flexibly Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Powys Teaching Health Board Address TBC - Brecon War Memorial Hospital, Cerrigochion Road, Brecon LD3 7NS Employer's website https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)