Paediatric Audiologist

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Paediatric Audiologist to join our team, specialising in hearing assessments for children aged 0-16. The ideal candidate will be skilled in various audiological evaluation techniques and committed to providing high-quality care to young patients and their families. Applicants must have a minimum of 1 years experience and must have used 'Auditbase' in previous roles

• Conduct comprehensive audiological assessments for children under 4 years, including Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA), tympanometry, and performance testing (insert or free-field).
• Perform headphone performance testing and tympanometry for children aged 4-7, utilising engaging assessment methods such as the McCormick Toy Test or Manchester Picture Test.
• Administer Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA) and tympanometry for children aged 7-16, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
• Interpret test results, develop individualised treatment plans, and provide recommendations for further intervention or referrals as necessary.
• Collaborate with families to explain assessment results and provide guidance on hearing health and management options.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of assessments and treatment plans in the Audiology database (Auditbase).
• Stay updated on best practices in paediatric audiology and participate in ongoing professional development.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications:
• Masters or Doctorate in Audiology (AuD) from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure to practice audiology.
• Experience working with paediatric populations is essential.
• Proficiency in using audiological equipment and software, including tympanometry and Audiology databases.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information to families in an understandable manner.
• Compassionate and patient-centred approach to care.

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.

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

Outpatient Network

Address

Norfolk

Norfolk

Norfolk

Norfolk

NR1 1AA

Employer's website

https://www.outpatient.network/ (Opens in a new tab)