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Audiology
Gradd
NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract
Parhaol
Oriau
  • Rhan-amser
  • Gweithio hyblyg
  • Oriau cywasgedig
27.4 awr yr wythnos (the service generally works compressed hours, flexible options available; 4 Saturdays/year pro rata)
Cyfeirnod y swydd
216-LH-S6980976
Cyflogwr
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Math o gyflogwr
NHS
Gwefan
Audiology, Level 7, Derriford Hospital
Tref
Plymouth
Cyflog
£37,338 - £44,962 £37,338 - £44,962 Per Annum Pro Rata
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11/03/2025 23:59

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University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust logo

Senior Rehabilitative Audiologist/Hearing Therapist

NHS AfC: Band 6

Trosolwg o'r swydd

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.***

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

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

2.ÌýAssists with clinical supervision and training of staffÌý

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

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

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

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.

Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl

Rehabilitation duties

¨ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý 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.

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

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

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

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

¨ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý Take accurate aural impressions of adults and children

¨ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý Modify ear moulds using the range of laboratory equipment available

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

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

oÌýÌýÌý 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

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

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

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

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

¨ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý Fault finding to provide a timely hearing aid repair service

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

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For further details please see the attached JD & PSÌý

Manyleb y person

Qualifications

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • • BSc in Audiology or equivalent
  • • Recognised counselling/therapy qualification
  • • Registered as Clinical Physiologist in Audiology (AHCS) or Clinical Scientist in Audiology (HCPC)
Meini prawf dymunol
  • • Recognised Hearing Therapy qualification
  • • Certificate in Lip-reading Teaching

Knowledge & Experience

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • • Therapeutic audiological rehabilitation
  • • Proven knowledge of environmental aids & assistive listening devices
  • • Proven evidence of recent CPD
Meini prawf dymunol
  • • Proven knowledge of patient management system

Aptidude and abilites

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • • Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
  • • Effective influencing skills
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Teaching skills

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Gofynion ymgeisio

Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.

Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.

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Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol

Enw
Adam Beckman
Teitl y swydd
Head of Audiology Services
Cyfeiriad ebost
[email protected]
Rhif ffôn
01752 430844
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For an informal conversation, non-clinical sessions are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday after 14.00.