Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Audiologist to join our friendly team of 8 Audiologists and 5 Audiological Assistants.
We are looking for a conscientious, motivated and flexible newly qualified or experienced Audiologist. Hearing Services provides a comprehensive service to patients from the Sheffield area and beyond.
Please note this advertisement can be appointed as either a full time or part time opportunity (9 day fortnight working pattern available).
You will need to be able to demonstrate competency across all clinical fields of Audiology including, diagnostic assessments of hearing loss, select and fit appropriate hearing aids, take aural impressions and reassess existing patients hearing and aid provision according to BSA protocols.
The successful candidate will also hold a BSc Hons Audiology or equivalent qualification and be registerable with RCCP.
Main duties of the job
Our aim is to support Sheffield Teaching Hospitals vision: "To be recognised as the best provider of health, clinical research and education in the UK and a strong contributor to the aspiration of Sheffield to be a vibrant and healthy city region"
We provide support to a large ENT and Neurotology Service in the form of specialist Vestibular Diagnostic and Rehabilitation Services, Tinnitus Therapy Services and BAHA and Middle Ear Acoustic Implants. The Department has also been accredited by IQIP's. This department uses the Auditbase system.
Performs and selects suitable routine & non-routine diagnostic test procedures; including audiograms, middle ear function tests, tinnitus and reflex tests following recommended procedure guidelines on adults from ENT, wards and GP's and secondary referrals from other consultants. Careful and accurate recording of patient sessions either in hospital notes or on the departments Patient Management System.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Please note this advertisement can be appointed as either a full time or part time opportunity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Please note this advertisement can be appointed as either a full time or part time opportunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Healthcare science -Audiology or equivalent qualification/experience.
- Should be able to register with HCPC / AHCS
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- In house Hospital or equivalent experience in adult audiology.
- Able to perform a wide range of diagnostic tests including tympanometry, otoscopy
- Able to perform verifications e.g. REMS
- Experience in performing Direct Referrals Identifying red flags for referral to other services
Desirable
- Experience with Auditbase and Oticon hearing aids
- Experience of training other lower grades of staff.
- Multi-disciplinary team experience
- Previous NHS Experience
Further Training
Desirable
- Training in the use of hearing aids by other manufacturers.
Special Skills/Aptitudes
Essential
- IT literate
- Skilled in basic report writing
Desirable
- Ability to adapt to new techniques and technologies.
Other Factors
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Healthcare science -Audiology or equivalent qualification/experience.
- Should be able to register with HCPC / AHCS
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- In house Hospital or equivalent experience in adult audiology.
- Able to perform a wide range of diagnostic tests including tympanometry, otoscopy
- Able to perform verifications e.g. REMS
- Experience in performing Direct Referrals Identifying red flags for referral to other services
Desirable
- Experience with Auditbase and Oticon hearing aids
- Experience of training other lower grades of staff.
- Multi-disciplinary team experience
- Previous NHS Experience
Further Training
Desirable
- Training in the use of hearing aids by other manufacturers.
Special Skills/Aptitudes
Essential
- IT literate
- Skilled in basic report writing
Desirable
- Ability to adapt to new techniques and technologies.
Other Factors
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
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.
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).
