Senior Rehabilitative Audiologist/Hearing Therapist

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

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Job summary

Come and join our friendly department in a beautiful part of the country! We are seeking a suitably experienced Hearing Therapist/Senior Rehabilitative Audiologist to work in this busy department, which covers all aspects of paediatric and adult audiology across a large urban and rural community, following the retirement of our long-serving therapist. You will be expected to have either the recognised Hearing Therapy qualification or a BSc in Audiology with recognised higher training and post-graduate education in rehabilitative audiology. Given the changes in education and training over time, of course equivalent experience and qualifications will be considered. Plymouth is a vibrant city, and we have a wide variety of excellent leisure facilities on our doorstep.

***Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.***

Main duties of the job

1.Provides clinical service in rehabilitation of adults with hearing loss, tinnitus, hyperacusis and related conditions, and diagnostic service for patients of all ages

2.Assists with clinical supervision and training of staff

3.Updates own professional knowledge, keeping abreast of new technology and rehabilitation methods.

4. Undertakes audiometric tests on in/outpatients (for dual qualified staff)

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Date posted

25 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year £37,338 - £44,962 Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

216-LH-S6980976

Job locations

Audiology, Level 7, Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Rehabilitation duties

To provide a comprehensive assessment and treatment of patients with Hearing problems, Tinnitus, Misophonia and Hyperacusis including those with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies and use advanced clinical reasoning skills and diagnostic assessments.

To manage the assessment, development and implementation of appropriate specialised Rehabilitation Care Plans for patients with hearing loss, using highly specialised counselling skills.

To evaluate patients with Communication and Auditory Disorders, and devise appropriate Care Plans for them, including onward referral to other agencies/ Hospital Departments.

To deliver specialist educational packages to Carers and other Health Professionals who interact with the general public, including Deaf Awareness.

To give talks and/or demonstrations to other members of Health Service Staff/Social Services.

Take accurate aural impressions of adults and children

Modify ear moulds using the range of laboratory equipment available

Following national and departmental guidelines and protocols, but with an understanding of when these can not be adhered to:

o Select appropriate hearing aids and prescription formulae based on the needs assessment and diagnostic test results

o Accurately fit digital hearing aids to adults using real ear/probe microphone measurements, and assist senior staff in fitting children and adults with learning difficulties

o Follow-up to enable fine tuning of digital hearing aids and onward referral to other specialist services

Manage distressed or angry patients sensitively, especially when disclosing test results and management options

Provide audiological management to patients with significant co-morbidities, including mental health problems, with support from senior staff

Ensure patients and/or significant others are fully aware of the use of any devices issued

Fault finding to provide a timely hearing aid repair service

Provide expert advice to other staff, including wards, health visitors and ENT

For further details please see the attached JD & PS

Job description

Job responsibilities

Rehabilitation duties

To provide a comprehensive assessment and treatment of patients with Hearing problems, Tinnitus, Misophonia and Hyperacusis including those with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies and use advanced clinical reasoning skills and diagnostic assessments.

To manage the assessment, development and implementation of appropriate specialised Rehabilitation Care Plans for patients with hearing loss, using highly specialised counselling skills.

To evaluate patients with Communication and Auditory Disorders, and devise appropriate Care Plans for them, including onward referral to other agencies/ Hospital Departments.

To deliver specialist educational packages to Carers and other Health Professionals who interact with the general public, including Deaf Awareness.

To give talks and/or demonstrations to other members of Health Service Staff/Social Services.

Take accurate aural impressions of adults and children

Modify ear moulds using the range of laboratory equipment available

Following national and departmental guidelines and protocols, but with an understanding of when these can not be adhered to:

o Select appropriate hearing aids and prescription formulae based on the needs assessment and diagnostic test results

o Accurately fit digital hearing aids to adults using real ear/probe microphone measurements, and assist senior staff in fitting children and adults with learning difficulties

o Follow-up to enable fine tuning of digital hearing aids and onward referral to other specialist services

Manage distressed or angry patients sensitively, especially when disclosing test results and management options

Provide audiological management to patients with significant co-morbidities, including mental health problems, with support from senior staff

Ensure patients and/or significant others are fully aware of the use of any devices issued

Fault finding to provide a timely hearing aid repair service

Provide expert advice to other staff, including wards, health visitors and ENT

For further details please see the attached JD & PS

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • oBSc in Audiology or equivalent
  • oRecognised counselling/therapy qualification
  • oRegistered as Clinical Physiologist in Audiology (AHCS) or Clinical Scientist in Audiology (HCPC)

Desirable

  • oRecognised Hearing Therapy qualification
  • oCertificate in Lip-reading Teaching

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • oTherapeutic audiological rehabilitation
  • oProven knowledge of environmental aids & assistive listening devices
  • oProven evidence of recent CPD

Desirable

  • oProven knowledge of patient management system

Aptidude and abilites

Essential

  • oGood communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
  • oEffective influencing skills

Desirable

  • Teaching skills
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • oBSc in Audiology or equivalent
  • oRecognised counselling/therapy qualification
  • oRegistered as Clinical Physiologist in Audiology (AHCS) or Clinical Scientist in Audiology (HCPC)

Desirable

  • oRecognised Hearing Therapy qualification
  • oCertificate in Lip-reading Teaching

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • oTherapeutic audiological rehabilitation
  • oProven knowledge of environmental aids & assistive listening devices
  • oProven evidence of recent CPD

Desirable

  • oProven knowledge of patient management system

Aptidude and abilites

Essential

  • oGood communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
  • oEffective influencing skills

Desirable

  • Teaching skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Audiology, Level 7, Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Audiology, Level 7, Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Audiology Services

Adam Beckman

adam.beckman@nhs.net

01752430844

Date posted

25 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year £37,338 - £44,962 Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

216-LH-S6980976

Job locations

Audiology, Level 7, Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


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