Lead Healthcare Scientist (Audiology)/Chief Audiologist

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

You may not have considered working in Norfolk before but you will be assured of a warm welcome in our Audiology department on the "Sunrise Coast" as an opportunity for a forward-looking, well-motivated team player has arisen to join our friendly dedicated team.

The role will include providing routine and specialist clinical services to adults and children, working within a multi-disciplinary team and providing a key role in the training of Audiology apprentices, students and supporting other audiological training within the Trust. This post will involve undertaking audio-vestibular assessments on all patient groups.

You will have highly developed and specialist knowledge of audiological procedures, practices and post qualification experience. The post is full time, but there is the opportunity to work flexibly within those hours. Consideration will be given to applicants who would like to work part-time.

Main duties of the job

The main aspects of this role is to be a clinical lead for Audiology which will include hearing and vestibular assessment and rehabilitation, electrophysiological diagnostic tests and hearing aid services to patients of all ages ensuring that the Audiology service maintains the highest standards of care and that clinical and management decisions are effectively communicated through the Audiology service. The post holder will work with the department's Senior Management Team to ensure that the department provides an effective, efficient and caring service.

About us

The Audiology Department at the James Paget Healthcare NHS offers a comprehensive and fully embedded diagnostic and rehabilitative service for both adults and children. We provide a Hearing Therapy service and a hospital based NHSP. We are an established training site for undergraduate students and more recently apprentices. We encourage continuing professional development and participation in research programs. Our department offers great facilities and a positive working environment. We are a welcoming and busy department currently enjoying low wait times for all aspects of our service. The locality is an area of outstanding natural beauty with both the Norfolk Broads and the picturesque coastline being within easy reach. The area also offers a range of leisure facilities and the vibrant, historic city of Norwich is only a short drive away. London is just over 90 minutes away by train from Norwich.

Date posted

26 April 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£41,659 to £47,672 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

177-ELEC-4812577-A

Job locations

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Lowestoft Road

Gorleston

NR31 6LA

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for further details and main responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for further details and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

oBSc in Audiology
oMSc in Audiology
CAC, STP (Audiology) or equivalent HTS
CPD Portfolio
Registered with an appropriate professional body (RCCP/HCPC)

Desirable

Member of BAA/BSA
Management training

Experience and knowledge

Essential

Three years plus experience of working as Audiologist (Band 6)
Experience of working as part of an NHS Audiology Team
Experience of managing and implementing change
Knowledge and practical experience of advanced audio-vestibular testing techniques
Supervision and training of other grades
Teaching and training skills
Experience of working with more complex patients with particular Audiological and/or balance problems

Desirable

Knowledge and experience of fitting babies and young children
Knowledge and experience of Paediatric hearing testing and rehabilitation
Contributing to clinical education of less experienced staff, students etc.

Skills, abilities and competencies

Essential

Understanding of clinical governance & knowledge of auditing procedures
Knowledge and experience of computerised patient management systems
Excellent clinical skills in Audiology practice

Desirable

Active in research and innovation
Effective leadership, management skills and team player

Behavioural qualities

Essential

Positive and calm manner
Effective and Professional
Courteous and Respectful
Ability to cope under pressure, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

oBSc in Audiology
oMSc in Audiology
CAC, STP (Audiology) or equivalent HTS
CPD Portfolio
Registered with an appropriate professional body (RCCP/HCPC)

Desirable

Member of BAA/BSA
Management training

Experience and knowledge

Essential

Three years plus experience of working as Audiologist (Band 6)
Experience of working as part of an NHS Audiology Team
Experience of managing and implementing change
Knowledge and practical experience of advanced audio-vestibular testing techniques
Supervision and training of other grades
Teaching and training skills
Experience of working with more complex patients with particular Audiological and/or balance problems

Desirable

Knowledge and experience of fitting babies and young children
Knowledge and experience of Paediatric hearing testing and rehabilitation
Contributing to clinical education of less experienced staff, students etc.

Skills, abilities and competencies

Essential

Understanding of clinical governance & knowledge of auditing procedures
Knowledge and experience of computerised patient management systems
Excellent clinical skills in Audiology practice

Desirable

Active in research and innovation
Effective leadership, management skills and team player

Behavioural qualities

Essential

Positive and calm manner
Effective and Professional
Courteous and Respectful
Ability to cope under pressure, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines

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.