Employer University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type NHS
Site Royal Derby Hospital
Town Derby
Salary £46,148 - £52,809 pro rata pa
Salary period Yearly
Closing 14/04/2025 23:59
Interview date 28/04/2025
Advanced Paediatric Audiologist / Clinical Scientist
Band 7
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is fully committed to promoting inclusion, equality, diversity and human rights in employment and delivery of its services. The Trust is committed to providing an environment where all employees, patients, carers and visitors experience equality of opportunity by means of understanding and appreciating the value of diversity.
As a Trust we promote an inclusive environment and welcome applications from a diverse pool of talent and backgrounds. All individuals are valued and given every opportunity to succeed based on merit.
Job overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Band 7 Advanced Paediatric Audiologist / Clinical Scientist (Audiology) to join our Paediatric Audiology department. This is an advanced role requiring expertise in complex paediatric audiology services. The successful candidate will be expected to work across our two main sites, Royal Derby Hospital and Queen's Hospital Burton, as well as other outstations as and when required. Our department is an accredited STP training site and currently hosts STP trainees.
This advanced role requires a dedicated professional with a strong background in paediatric audiology. The candidate should possess excellent communication skills, the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and a commitment to continuous professional development. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people through expert audiological care, we encourage you to apply.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will lead in the complex assessment and rehabilitation of children and young people, ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective treatment plans. They will conduct ABR assessments as a primary duty, ensuring precise evaluation and interpretation of results to guide patient care. As the service is working towards IQIPS accreditation, the post holder will take on a quality lead role, collaborating with other quality leads within the department to maintain and enhance service standards.
The successful candidate will be an integral part of the Senior Audiology Team, contributing to strategic planning and service development. They will act as deputy for the Head of Department alongside the other advanced audiologists, providing leadership and support as needed. The post holder will provide supervision and training to staff and students, including STP trainees, ensuring they receive the support and guidance needed to develop their skills and knowledge.
Working for our organisation
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.
In return we will offer:
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
* On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
* MSc in Audiology/Healthcare Science or equivalent level and significant relevant experience including HTS modules
* Registered as a Clinical Scientist in Audiology with HCPC OR Registered as a Clinical Physiologist with AHCS
* Membership of BAA and/or BSA
Experience & Knowledge
* Demonstrable experience in paediatric audiology and evidence of clinical competency with a complex patent caseload
* Evidence of recent validation of clinical skills e.g BAA HTS, Scientist Equivalency, ABR peer review, or STP degree
* Participation in research and development activities, including service reviews and audit of clinical outcomes as required
* Post graduate management/leadership training or experience as a team leader/supervisor
Skills and Ability
* Substantial paediatric audiology experience to include pre-school assessment and hearing aid fitting, verification and validation.
* Clinical ABR experience including participation in external peer review
Other
* Car driver with a clean licence
Values and behaviours
* Must demonstrate Trust values and behaviours of compassion, openness, and excellence (see Trust Values)
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
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