Job summary
We are currently recruiting a head of audiology for DBTH on a fixed term contract for one year. You will need to share our vision to be theHealthier together - delivering exceptional healthcare for all.
This a fantastic opportunity to join an audiology team who are on an improvement journey.
You will work closely with the business manager and Matron for audiology, being supported by a senior leadership team who are invested in improving access to the full range of audiology services, including participating in the development and implementation of national and local policy across the department to ensure that patients receive the highest quality of evidence-based care.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible clinically, managerially and professionally for all Audiology staff employed by the Trust, including being responsible for clinical governance, clinical efficacy and patient outcomes and ensuring high-quality evidence based leading-edge servicebest clinical practice.
To deliver a comprehensive all age Audiology service to the populations of Doncaster, Bassetlaw, Mexborough and Retford.
To plan and conduct a comprehensive range of diagnostic and rehabilitative Audiology procedures for both adults and children.
The overriding purpose is to support the provision of the highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, it's our pledge to help you Develop, Belong and Thrive, Here.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- High level of specialist Audiology knowledge and significant management experience.
- In- depth working knowledge of current national standards, policies, professional recommendations, and guidelines.
- Significant experience of working within the clinical Audiology field
- Proven clinical and managerial experience at senior level within a multi-disciplinary audiology service
- Extensive experience working both as an independent practitioner and supervisor for a wide range of audiological assessment and rehabilitative techniques for all age groups
- Experience of clinical diagnostic quality management, governance and assurance, including assessment against UKAS IQIPS
Desirable
- Experience with audiology related healthcare partners and stakeholders
- Involvement with lead projects or research
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- MSc Degree in Audiological Science or equivalent skills and experience.
- State Registration as a Clinical Scientist or Clinical Physiologist in Audiology.
- Evidence of mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice.
- Training in NHS procedures, protocols and policies.
Desirable
- Leadership or Management qualification or an equivalent level of experience.
- Member of an Audiology Professional group (eg BAA, BAPA).
- Higher Certificate of Clinical Competence/ Certificate of Audiological Competence
Personal Attributes and Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication verbal and written communication skills, especially with the hearing impaired.
- Excellent organisational skills with an ability to demonstrate significant initiative, motivation, originality and independent thinking
- Ability to lead, implement and manage change
- Ability to cope with decision making under pressure, meet deadlines, prioritise workloads, handle complex issues, and delegate effectively.
Desirable
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- High level of specialist Audiology knowledge and significant management experience.
- In- depth working knowledge of current national standards, policies, professional recommendations, and guidelines.
- Significant experience of working within the clinical Audiology field
- Proven clinical and managerial experience at senior level within a multi-disciplinary audiology service
- Extensive experience working both as an independent practitioner and supervisor for a wide range of audiological assessment and rehabilitative techniques for all age groups
- Experience of clinical diagnostic quality management, governance and assurance, including assessment against UKAS IQIPS
Desirable
- Experience with audiology related healthcare partners and stakeholders
- Involvement with lead projects or research
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- MSc Degree in Audiological Science or equivalent skills and experience.
- State Registration as a Clinical Scientist or Clinical Physiologist in Audiology.
- Evidence of mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice.
- Training in NHS procedures, protocols and policies.
Desirable
- Leadership or Management qualification or an equivalent level of experience.
- Member of an Audiology Professional group (eg BAA, BAPA).
- Higher Certificate of Clinical Competence/ Certificate of Audiological Competence
Personal Attributes and Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication verbal and written communication skills, especially with the hearing impaired.
- Excellent organisational skills with an ability to demonstrate significant initiative, motivation, originality and independent thinking
- Ability to lead, implement and manage change
- Ability to cope with decision making under pressure, meet deadlines, prioritise workloads, handle complex issues, and delegate effectively.
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).
