Job summary
Are you looking
for an exciting new role in Paediatric Audiology?
Are you
passionate about helping children with hearing loss?
Do you have
experience in the assessment and management of hearing loss in newborn babies,
infants and children?
We are a
friendly and innovative department looking to recruit an enthusiastic
Audiologist to work in our paediatric service under our new leadership team.
Quality, patient centred care is the focus of the service.
The role will
include newborn assessments, assessments for children under 4 years of age and
paediatric hearing aid work for children of all ages.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Skills
Skills and
experience in newborn and two tester diagnostic hearing assessments. Fitting,
verifying, evaluating and reviewing hearing aid provision in babies and
children of all ages. Communicating sensitively and effectively with patients
and their families.
Service
development
Devising,
executing and analysing audits and employing service improvements based on the
findings. Developing patient information and standard operating procedures.
Training
Providing
practical training in paediatric audiology for students and junior members of
staff.
Teamwork
Working
collaboratively as part of the Audiology team and engaging in multidisciplinary
working to ensure holistic patient centred care.
Practicalities
The role will
be based at Sunderland Royal Hospital but community clinics at Washington and
South Shields may also be covered. There may be the opportunity for home
working in non-patient facing time.
The department currently
operates 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday and most staff choose to work compressed
hours over 4 days.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work autonomously to provide specialised assessment
and rehabilitation within the Paediatric Audiology service.
Contribute scientific expertise and specialist
advice to consultant medical staff and other professional staff related to
Paediatric Audiology.
Assist the Head of Paediatric Audiology in ensuring
the training, competency and supervision of more junior colleagues and trainees
Carry out audits in Paediatric Audiology, including
identifying, initiating and managing certain aspects.
Work
with the Head of Paediatric Audiology and Head of Service to ensure that
clinical and professional standards are maintained at all times.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work autonomously to provide specialised assessment
and rehabilitation within the Paediatric Audiology service.
Contribute scientific expertise and specialist
advice to consultant medical staff and other professional staff related to
Paediatric Audiology.
Assist the Head of Paediatric Audiology in ensuring
the training, competency and supervision of more junior colleagues and trainees
Carry out audits in Paediatric Audiology, including
identifying, initiating and managing certain aspects.
Work
with the Head of Paediatric Audiology and Head of Service to ensure that
clinical and professional standards are maintained at all times.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
Person Specification
Physical skills
Essential
- Ability to travel between hospital sites using own transport, as required.
- Moving and Handling skills with neonates and children
- Ability to conduct audiological measurements of all types related to the job role.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of hearing assessment and management for children and neonates.
- In-depth and up-to-date knowledge of developments in the field of Paediatric Audiology (including international developments).
- Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to Paediatric Audiology.
- Counselling skills.
- Good report writing and presentation skills the post holder must produce clear and concise reports.
- IT literate with understanding of Audiology Patient Management System.
- Ability to work effectively without direct supervision.
- Proven track record of appropriate CPD through an accredited CPD scheme such as the BAA.
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc in Clinical Audiology or equivalent (e.g. BSc Clinical Physiology + Study at M-Level)
- BAA HTS competency (or equivalent) in at least 1 clinical area.
- CCC competency (or equivalent) (e.g. BAA Part 1 & II examination, PTP Clinical Log Book).
- Registration with the RCCP/AHCS/HCPC as appropriate.
Desirable
- ILM Management or leadership qualification or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience within the field of Paediatric Audiology.
- Skill and experience in communicating with patients and their relatives who may be distressed, including the ability to explain technical procedures in simple terms.
Person Specification
Physical skills
Essential
- Ability to travel between hospital sites using own transport, as required.
- Moving and Handling skills with neonates and children
- Ability to conduct audiological measurements of all types related to the job role.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of hearing assessment and management for children and neonates.
- In-depth and up-to-date knowledge of developments in the field of Paediatric Audiology (including international developments).
- Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to Paediatric Audiology.
- Counselling skills.
- Good report writing and presentation skills the post holder must produce clear and concise reports.
- IT literate with understanding of Audiology Patient Management System.
- Ability to work effectively without direct supervision.
- Proven track record of appropriate CPD through an accredited CPD scheme such as the BAA.
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc in Clinical Audiology or equivalent (e.g. BSc Clinical Physiology + Study at M-Level)
- BAA HTS competency (or equivalent) in at least 1 clinical area.
- CCC competency (or equivalent) (e.g. BAA Part 1 & II examination, PTP Clinical Log Book).
- Registration with the RCCP/AHCS/HCPC as appropriate.
Desirable
- ILM Management or leadership qualification or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience within the field of Paediatric Audiology.
- Skill and experience in communicating with patients and their relatives who may be distressed, including the ability to explain technical procedures in simple terms.
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.
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.
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).
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