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Job Overview
The Hearing Services Department at the Leicester Royal Infirmary is looking for a suitably qualified audiologist to work within their busy department. The department is looking for a highly motivated, naturally talented and outgoing audiologist to join their friendly and dynamic team.
The post will involve working in a variety of clinical settings across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. The applicant must be flexible enough to travel the required distance to all clinical sites.
Main Duties of the Job
* To assist in the day-to-day running of the department to provide an efficient and effective service and take responsibility when required.
* To act as a representative of the Hearing Services department, be professional at all times and ensure effective communication and co-operation with all our users.
* To perform and supervise a wide range of duties both administrative and technical in order to achieve and maintain a high standard of patient care.
* To supervise the work of trainee and junior audiologists and provide instruction/seminars in audiological techniques to trainees studying for professional examinations including the BSc in Audiology.
* To perform fitting of digital hearing aids, assessments and fitting of Bone Anchored Hearing Aids.
* To assist in the balance clinic and undertake many aspects of vestibular testing including Posturography, VNG and Caloric testing.
* To undertake a wide range of audiological tests on adults at the LRI and outlying clinics.
* To undertake direct referral assessments for Hearing Aids using MHAS protocols including GHABP and real ear measurement.
* To undertake first line quality monitoring and control, and to provide statistical information as required.
* To evaluate and assist with the management of Tinnitus.
* Responsible for maintaining up to date skills, knowledge and competence, and awareness of professional issues.
* Undertake specialist education training as required that will allow health care to be delivered to the user through new ways of working.
* To take specific responsibilities for extra duties as agreed by Hearing Services Manager, and perform any other duties that may be reasonably requested.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential Criteria
* At least 12 months practical experience.
* Evidence of experience of competence of diagnostic and rehabilitative audiological procedures.
* Good understanding of clinical governance.
* Demonstrates ongoing personal development.
* Demonstrates the ability to communicate well in a variety of settings with patients.
* Ability to act autonomously within the scope of the role.
Qualifications
Essential Criteria
* BSc in Audiology or equivalent, BAAT part 1 and 2.
Driving Licence and Access to Motor Vehicle
Essential Criteria
* Valid driving licence and access to a motor vehicle in order to attend outlying clinics.
Additional Information
Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process.
Covid Vaccination Status
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve.
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