Job summary
The opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to
join our friendly, small, hard working team.
We currently have seven permanent Audiologists, both part time and full
time and two assistant Audiological practitioners who are supported by two
fully time and one part time Admin Assistants and an Admin Support Manager.
We provide routine and complex care to adults and fit the
latest NHS hearing aid technology.
We
are an adaptable team, with the opportunity to work from home a couple of times
a month, as well as supporting flexible working where ever possible.
Main duties of the job
The department has a wide range of responsibilities,
serving two ICBs AQP and NON AQP activity as well as the Acute Trust, with the
bulk of the patients seen for community audiology care.
The Team provide audiology support for the
local ENT team, as well as including a full hearing aid service for adults.
The team also provide a tinnitus support
service and a full domiciliary service.
We are based at Crawley Hospital, with satellite clinics
at East Surrey Hospital, Horsham Hospital, Wayside Surgery (Horley) and
Caterham Dene Hospital.
The post is to work across all sites, in both hearing aid
clinics and ENT support clinics.
The post will also involve contributing to the development
of dedicated pathway for severe to profound hearing loss.
The audiology service works hard within the community to
sign post for health difficulties, as well as health prevention for our
community. The team work closely with
local dementia support services and provide outreach screening clinics for
the more vulnerable communities.
This is a full time post, but part time applicants would
be considered.
About us
Do you want to be part of an organisation that was rated best provider of NHS care to work for nationwide? (2023 staff survey results)
First Community is a staff owned
social enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services across
east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We
are looking for individuals who share our values First-rate care, First-rate people,
First-rate value.
First Community is a great place
to work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its
full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality
training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work
life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension,
flexible retirement options and various employee benefits.
Please talk to us before applying
or at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet your
needs exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needs
where possible. Please note, flexible working options may vary depending on the
role.
At First Community we welcome
applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+
candidates and candidates with disabilities. We ensure that all applicants are
treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process,
including the consideration of reasonable adjustments.
Sustainability is integral to
First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for the provision of diagnostic and rehabilitative Audiology services, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to encompass an Audiology service for all ages.
As a member of the team the post holder will contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the Audiology Department.
The post holder will be responsible for a caseload of adult patients.
The post holder will assist with the training of trainee Audiology staff.
When completing your application please refer to both the Application Guide and full Job Description & Person Specification - these can be found under supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for the provision of diagnostic and rehabilitative Audiology services, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to encompass an Audiology service for all ages.
As a member of the team the post holder will contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the Audiology Department.
The post holder will be responsible for a caseload of adult patients.
The post holder will assist with the training of trainee Audiology staff.
When completing your application please refer to both the Application Guide and full Job Description & Person Specification - these can be found under supporting documents.
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Understands principles of equality and Diversity.
- Works well under pressure.
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of AQP and non AQP contract requirements.
- Knowledge of NHS and non NHS hearing aids.
- Evidence of Continual Professional Development through approved courses and other relevant activities.
Desirable
- Awareness of current issues in Audiology.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within an Audiology service.
- Experience in a wide range of clinical Audiology areas.
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting and liaison between acute and community services.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting and liaison between acute and community services.
Skills
Essential
- Self motivated and able to motivate staff and patients.
- Comprehensive IT skills.
- Confident and caring approach.
- Innovative and willing to exchange, develop and implement ideas.
- Knowledge of NHS and non NHS hearing aids.
- Comprehensive experience in Audiological diagnostic testing.
- Sound knowledge of rehabilitation techniques for the hearing impaired using the latest digital technology.
- Verification of fittings using REM.
- Demonstrable clinical experience in one or more of: balance, tinnitus or wax removal.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Good organisational skills.
- Problem solving skills.
- Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy.
Desirable
- Good working knowledge of Auditbase.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Audiology or equivalent.
- RCCP / AHCS registration.
- Evidence of Continual Professional Development through approved courses and other relevant activities.
Desirable
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Understands principles of equality and Diversity.
- Works well under pressure.
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of AQP and non AQP contract requirements.
- Knowledge of NHS and non NHS hearing aids.
- Evidence of Continual Professional Development through approved courses and other relevant activities.
Desirable
- Awareness of current issues in Audiology.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within an Audiology service.
- Experience in a wide range of clinical Audiology areas.
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting and liaison between acute and community services.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting and liaison between acute and community services.
Skills
Essential
- Self motivated and able to motivate staff and patients.
- Comprehensive IT skills.
- Confident and caring approach.
- Innovative and willing to exchange, develop and implement ideas.
- Knowledge of NHS and non NHS hearing aids.
- Comprehensive experience in Audiological diagnostic testing.
- Sound knowledge of rehabilitation techniques for the hearing impaired using the latest digital technology.
- Verification of fittings using REM.
- Demonstrable clinical experience in one or more of: balance, tinnitus or wax removal.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Good organisational skills.
- Problem solving skills.
- Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy.
Desirable
- Good working knowledge of Auditbase.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Audiology or equivalent.
- RCCP / AHCS registration.
- Evidence of Continual Professional Development through approved courses and other relevant activities.
Desirable
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
