Job summary
We would welcome job share applications for this role.
Were
looking for an ambitious individual, who will be part of our Paediatric
Audiology team taking the next steps in
developing great community services and ensuring that everything we do is based
around our aim of quality first and foremost.
This
job is an excellent opportunity for an audiologist with an interest in
Paediatrics wanting to gain more knowledge and progress to a senior Paediatric
position. The service is being delivered from dedicated and purpose-built
Paediatric audiology suites in Warrington.
The
applicant must have good knowledge of Paediatric Audiology Hearing Assessments.
Experience must have been obtained from working within the NHS. The applicant
is expected to be progressing within their career and aspiring to increase
their skills and expertise in the field.
The
successful candidate will have a BSc and/or MSc in Audiology (or equivalent)
and will have RCCP registration with relevant post qualification experience.
This is a great opportunity to join an excellent department
fully equipped with the latest equipment.
The work is community based therefore
it is essential that the successful candidate is able to travel between our 2
sites to meet the requirements of the role.
We are a friendly, forward thinking department. We actively encourage and support further
educational development, attendance at courses/conferences.
Main duties of the job
Job Purpose
To
be a member of a multidisciplinary team providing a comprehensive and
integrated community Paediatric Audiology service for babies, children, and
young adults.
To
develop paediatric audiology skills progressing from a band 5 paediatric
audiologist to a band 6 senior paediatric audiologist on achievement of
competencies
Work both as a team and autonomously
to manage own clinics and individual workload.
Complete specialist work which
includes:
comprehensive testing and diagnostic
assessments of hearing
in-depth knowledge of paediatric
test protocols, and assessment techniques.
manage hearing loss in infants and
children
carry out basic hearing aid
maintenance including retubing / impressions
About us
Flexible working will be considered for all roles.
Unfortunately, we do not hold a sponsor licence for working Visas.
At Bridgewater, our PEOPLE values shape how we deliver our
NHS services in your local community.
They help us deliver our mission to improve local health and
promote wellbeing in the communities we serve.
After all, values are about people and they were
created in partnership with our staff to reflect what they felt was important
to them
Here at Bridgewater our shared values flow through the organisation.
P- Person-centred-We are passionate about individual needs and
promote independence in the healthcare we provide..
E- Empowered- We empower our people and encourage new ideas to deliver and create improvements in community care.
O- Open and Honest -We behave in a way that develops relationships
based on trust, openness, honesty and respect.
P- Professional-We support our people, so everyone has the right
skills and training to deliver outstanding patient care.
L- Locally Lead -We are always learning about our communities and
show great pride in being a local provider of health and care.
E- Efficient -We use our resources wisely to provide
sustainable and value for money healthcare for our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose:
To be a
member of a Multidisciplinary Team providing a comprehensive and integrated
Community Service of Paediatric Audiology for babies, children and young
adults.
As part of an audiology team, carry out
daily clinical work, managing own clinics and individual workload.
Complete specialist work which includes
comprehensive testing and diagnostic assessments of hearing, in-depth knowledge
of paediatric test protocols, and assessment techniques.
Be responsible for the supervision and training
of undergraduate and post graduate students on audiology courses.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform diagnostic
assessment of the hearing of children and analyse the results.
Perform pure tone
audiometry, using air conduction and bone conduction.
Test pre-school
children via; Distraction testing. Visual re-enforcement, audiometry -VRA,
Performance testing, Manchester picture testing, Speech testing, Testing of
middle ear function using tympanometry, OAE's
Complete audiological
testing of babies that are referred following their Newborn hearing screen,
using Otoacoustic emissions -OAEs to detect cochlear function.
Carry out Otoscopy
following BSA recommended procedures. Be able to identify normal and abnormal
ears. Identifies any contraindications for any further procedures e.g.
tympanometry and impressions.
To arrange and advise
referral to other professionals for treatment and management when required e.g.
referral to ENT nurse or GP for treatment of an infection.
Take accurate and safe
impressions of the ear following BSA recommended procedures for impression
taking. Perform Otoscopy to identify any contra indications.
Carry out routine
maintenance and calibration checks on audiological equipment, reporting faults
and arranging for repair when necessary.
Works as an independent
practitioner when carrying out hearing tests in clinic.
Maintains accurate
recording of results and updates patient records. Write reports to allied
hearing professionals when required.
Performs correct and
valid use of diagnostic and assessment equipment and specialised audiological
computer software. Updates national S4H database with results of hearing tests
following referral from neonatal hearing screening team.
Communication
To
communicate effectively and courteously with patients, colleagues, public and
members of the Directorate and Trust
Maintain
departmental records, including provision of patient reports as necessary.
To
work and communicate effectively within the multi-disciplinary Audiology team
Ability to explain to
children what they are required to do when performing hearing tests, using
appropriate language. Able to use tact and persuasion where barriers to understanding exist,
e.g. very young children, children with learning difficulties and the
un-cooperative child.
Communicate effectively
with deaf and hard of hearing, carers and children of all ages. Able to
communicate complex technical information in a meaningful manner. Adapting
instructions and tests to children of different ages and special needs.
Demonstrates
reassurance and persuasive skills to gain a child's confidence for invasive
procedures e.g., impressions.
Demonstrates
sensitivity and awareness when imparting bad news e.g. sudden hearing loss or deterioration
of existing hearing loss.
Professional
Active participant in
Trust research projects involving children with hearing loss.
Maintains strict
confidentiality at all times.
Maintains professional
standards and protocols without supervision.
Works in accordance
with the Health and Safety at Work Act and complies with Trust policies and
audiological protocols.
Ensures continuing
professional development. Develops and
maintains in depth knowledge of paediatric test protocols, is well informed
about changes to current practice and able to implement new recommended
procedures following appropriate training.
To maintain
registration with the RCCP
Takes part in both
professional and departmental meetings.
Information and Data Responsibilities
To maintain thorough
data and record-keeping of patient sessions.
Ensure appropriate archiving of data onto computer record systems.
Maintain systems to
monitor documentation including recording and storing all relevant information
ensuring it is securely held and can be accessed easily.
Training
Carries out training
and supervision of degree students. Assesses student's clinical competencies
both practically and verbally and signs off achieved targets.
Designs learning
targets for and with the student to help them to fulfil their learning objectives
Complete tutorial
sessions with the students.
Responsible for
maintaining own workload, prioritising referrals and planning work for junior
staff. Plans day to day duties and routine clinics. Ensures reviews and follow up appointments
are booked within recommended time periods
Demonstrates
flexibility to meet the needs of special needs children, and interchange test
procedures based on the needs of the child
Demonstrates
flexibility to complete urgent referrals and provide hearing aid
replacement/repairs on a non- appointment basis.
Organises testing in
outreach clinics and schools, ensuring all necessary portable equipment is
available.
Collaborates with
Clinical Lead and Clinical Manager to ensure an efficient and effective
Audiology department.
Monitors stock and
liaises with team if replacements needed.
This list of duties is
not intended to be exhaustive, but indicates the main areas of work and may be
subject to change after consultation with the post-holder to meet the changing
needs of the organisation
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose:
To be a
member of a Multidisciplinary Team providing a comprehensive and integrated
Community Service of Paediatric Audiology for babies, children and young
adults.
As part of an audiology team, carry out
daily clinical work, managing own clinics and individual workload.
Complete specialist work which includes
comprehensive testing and diagnostic assessments of hearing, in-depth knowledge
of paediatric test protocols, and assessment techniques.
Be responsible for the supervision and training
of undergraduate and post graduate students on audiology courses.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform diagnostic
assessment of the hearing of children and analyse the results.
Perform pure tone
audiometry, using air conduction and bone conduction.
Test pre-school
children via; Distraction testing. Visual re-enforcement, audiometry -VRA,
Performance testing, Manchester picture testing, Speech testing, Testing of
middle ear function using tympanometry, OAE's
Complete audiological
testing of babies that are referred following their Newborn hearing screen,
using Otoacoustic emissions -OAEs to detect cochlear function.
Carry out Otoscopy
following BSA recommended procedures. Be able to identify normal and abnormal
ears. Identifies any contraindications for any further procedures e.g.
tympanometry and impressions.
To arrange and advise
referral to other professionals for treatment and management when required e.g.
referral to ENT nurse or GP for treatment of an infection.
Take accurate and safe
impressions of the ear following BSA recommended procedures for impression
taking. Perform Otoscopy to identify any contra indications.
Carry out routine
maintenance and calibration checks on audiological equipment, reporting faults
and arranging for repair when necessary.
Works as an independent
practitioner when carrying out hearing tests in clinic.
Maintains accurate
recording of results and updates patient records. Write reports to allied
hearing professionals when required.
Performs correct and
valid use of diagnostic and assessment equipment and specialised audiological
computer software. Updates national S4H database with results of hearing tests
following referral from neonatal hearing screening team.
Communication
To
communicate effectively and courteously with patients, colleagues, public and
members of the Directorate and Trust
Maintain
departmental records, including provision of patient reports as necessary.
To
work and communicate effectively within the multi-disciplinary Audiology team
Ability to explain to
children what they are required to do when performing hearing tests, using
appropriate language. Able to use tact and persuasion where barriers to understanding exist,
e.g. very young children, children with learning difficulties and the
un-cooperative child.
Communicate effectively
with deaf and hard of hearing, carers and children of all ages. Able to
communicate complex technical information in a meaningful manner. Adapting
instructions and tests to children of different ages and special needs.
Demonstrates
reassurance and persuasive skills to gain a child's confidence for invasive
procedures e.g., impressions.
Demonstrates
sensitivity and awareness when imparting bad news e.g. sudden hearing loss or deterioration
of existing hearing loss.
Professional
Active participant in
Trust research projects involving children with hearing loss.
Maintains strict
confidentiality at all times.
Maintains professional
standards and protocols without supervision.
Works in accordance
with the Health and Safety at Work Act and complies with Trust policies and
audiological protocols.
Ensures continuing
professional development. Develops and
maintains in depth knowledge of paediatric test protocols, is well informed
about changes to current practice and able to implement new recommended
procedures following appropriate training.
To maintain
registration with the RCCP
Takes part in both
professional and departmental meetings.
Information and Data Responsibilities
To maintain thorough
data and record-keeping of patient sessions.
Ensure appropriate archiving of data onto computer record systems.
Maintain systems to
monitor documentation including recording and storing all relevant information
ensuring it is securely held and can be accessed easily.
Training
Carries out training
and supervision of degree students. Assesses student's clinical competencies
both practically and verbally and signs off achieved targets.
Designs learning
targets for and with the student to help them to fulfil their learning objectives
Complete tutorial
sessions with the students.
Responsible for
maintaining own workload, prioritising referrals and planning work for junior
staff. Plans day to day duties and routine clinics. Ensures reviews and follow up appointments
are booked within recommended time periods
Demonstrates
flexibility to meet the needs of special needs children, and interchange test
procedures based on the needs of the child
Demonstrates
flexibility to complete urgent referrals and provide hearing aid
replacement/repairs on a non- appointment basis.
Organises testing in
outreach clinics and schools, ensuring all necessary portable equipment is
available.
Collaborates with
Clinical Lead and Clinical Manager to ensure an efficient and effective
Audiology department.
Monitors stock and
liaises with team if replacements needed.
This list of duties is
not intended to be exhaustive, but indicates the main areas of work and may be
subject to change after consultation with the post-holder to meet the changing
needs of the organisation
Person Specification
Job Specific Requirements
Essential
- BSc Audiology, MSc Audiology or equivalent e.g. BTEC in MPPM, BAAT Parts 1 and 2 and HNC MPPM
- Registered with RCCP
- The ability to travel independently across the Trust
- The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Flexibility over location/ pattern of work
- Able to travel to peripheral clinics throughout Warrington and to travel across the wider Trust footprint to meet the needs of the service
Desirable
- British Sign language level one -BSL
Additional Questions
Essential
- Do you have the right to stay and work in the UK without sponsorship
- If you are related to a director, or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship:
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Audiology, MSc Audiology or equivalent e.g. BTEC in MPPM, BAAT Parts 1 and 2 and HNC MPPM
- Registered with RCCP
Experience
Essential
- NHS experience to include at least one years practice in a paediatric audiology department carrying out paediatric tests and assessments.
- Experience in managing infants and children with hearing loss.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent team player.
- Experience in audit.
- Excellent IT skills.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Flexible approach to work with a positive attitude.
- Able to work under pressure.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines
Desirable
- Experience in audits and introduction of service developments
- Experience of training and development of junior members of staff, and BSc and MSc university students on clinical placement
- British Sign language level one -BSL
- ECDL qualification
Person Specification
Job Specific Requirements
Essential
- BSc Audiology, MSc Audiology or equivalent e.g. BTEC in MPPM, BAAT Parts 1 and 2 and HNC MPPM
- Registered with RCCP
- The ability to travel independently across the Trust
- The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Flexibility over location/ pattern of work
- Able to travel to peripheral clinics throughout Warrington and to travel across the wider Trust footprint to meet the needs of the service
Desirable
- British Sign language level one -BSL
Additional Questions
Essential
- Do you have the right to stay and work in the UK without sponsorship
- If you are related to a director, or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship:
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Audiology, MSc Audiology or equivalent e.g. BTEC in MPPM, BAAT Parts 1 and 2 and HNC MPPM
- Registered with RCCP
Experience
Essential
- NHS experience to include at least one years practice in a paediatric audiology department carrying out paediatric tests and assessments.
- Experience in managing infants and children with hearing loss.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent team player.
- Experience in audit.
- Excellent IT skills.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Flexible approach to work with a positive attitude.
- Able to work under pressure.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines
Desirable
- Experience in audits and introduction of service developments
- Experience of training and development of junior members of staff, and BSc and MSc university students on clinical placement
- British Sign language level one -BSL
- ECDL qualification
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).
