Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with hearing challenges? Are you ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic and supportive environment? Southend University Hospital is looking for a Specialist Audiologist to join our dedicated team and provide top-tier care to our patients!
As a Specialist Audiologist, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality audiological services. Your primary focus will be on supporting the Adult Hearing Service, helping individuals regain confidence in their hearing and improving their quality of life.
At Southend University Hospital, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your skills and ideas are valued. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and make a tangible impact on the lives of our patients.
Main duties of the job
You will be joining an IQIPS accredited service where you will be expected to provide support to patients attending the audiology service and/or ENT.
You will be required to undertake routine diagnostic assessment of patients of all ages, fit and maintain NHS hearing aids, and participate in all routine duties within the department.
You will also be expected to assist in the day-to-day running of the Department.
You will be expected to participate in the supervision of BSc students, under the overall guidance of the Team leader.
You will be working with children, families, and adults, planning diagnostic testing and rehabilitation programmes.
You will develop a specialist interest area and may take responsibility for this area as part of the team.
1. Planning and managing a caseload of adults and/or children.
2. Planning and carrying out audiological diagnostic testing.
3. Contributing to data collection for audit and/or service planning.
4. Supervising students and/or junior members of staff.
About us
With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities.
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well-being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate, and build careers.
Patients will experience improved care as well as fewer delays and cancellations. We are able to provide more once-in-a-lifetime specialist care region-wide. With our new trust size will come more opportunities for development, research, networking, and innovation.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description.
We look forward to your application!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* BSc or equivalent
* AHCS / HCPC registration
Desirable
* Further education in the field (example of HTS)
Knowledge and experience
Essential
* Experience within an NHS audiology service
Communication skills
Essential
* Excellent written English
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
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