Job summary
The Audiology Department are looking for a friendly and team focussed audiologist to support the provision of adult audiology services. You will be joining a diverse and friendly team of audiologists, admin and management, who are all focussed on providing the best possible service to our patients.
We are looking for an experienced Audiologist with an interest or specialist knowledge in advanced testing, tinnitus, balance or wax removal. We also provide a comprehensive adult audiology service including GPDR, hearing aid fitting and maintenance, home visit service, and ENT support. All Audiologists are given an area of responsibility and would be supported with necessary training and development. We work four days a week which may suit clinicians looking to address work/life balance, prefer a varied working week or those looking for their next challenge.
Closer to central than you may think, Queen's Hospital to London Liverpool Street takes around 25 minutes by train. We strive to provide an excellent service to the patients of the Trust incorporating PRIDE values at all times. If you are an enthusiastic audiologist looking to join a friendly and progressive department who are looking to expand our service and clinical remit, we would welcome your interest and application.
Informal enquiries should be directed to Mark Newman, Head of Audiology, Queen's Hospital. Telephone on 01708 435000 Ext 2566 or email [email protected]
Main duties of the job
To provide a quality audiological assessment of patients who present with hearing difficulties and to provide a comprehensive hearing aid service. This includes carrying out a range of routine audiological tests in acute, community and domiciliary settings, in accordance with the most recent national best practice guidance and protocols.
About us
We provide care for the residents of three diverse London boroughs. Most of our 7,800 permanent staff live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge and the majority are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.
Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals and we operate from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We have two of the busiest emergency departments in London - more than 300,000 people visited our A&Es in 2023. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Community Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic, and Harold Wood Polyclinic.
We're pleased to be leading the way in reducing the time our patients wait to get the treatment they need. The Elective Surgical Hub at King George Hospital is one of eight to be accredited as part of a national scheme; the Care Quality Commission has raised the ratings forurgent and emergency careat Queen's and King George hospitals; anddata released by NHS Englandshowed that the Trust was the most improved in 2023 for reducing waits for emergency care.
We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We're also part of the North East London Cancer Alliance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Adeyemi Kaka, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5162. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Audiology OR BSc in Health Care Sciences (Audiology) OR MSc + CCC/CAC OR BAAT P1 & P2.
- RCCP or HCPC registration.
Desirable
- Full BAA or BSA Membership held or applied for
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Comprehensive experience in Audiological diagnostic testing
- Sound knowledge of rehabilitation techniques for the hearing impaired using the latest digital technology
- Verification of fittings using REM
- Demonstrable clinical experience in one or more of: balance, tinnitus or wax removal
Desirable
- Experience in fitting Siemens and Oticon Hearing Aids
- Paediatric Experience
Experience/ Knowledge
Essential
- Proven experience in an audiology healthcare setting
- Demonstrates innovation and ability to effect positive change in a department
Desirable
- Two or more years Post Graduate experience within an NHS setting.
- AuditBase user
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills in dealing with other professionals and the public.
- Innovative and able to work under pressure
Desirable
- To have an interest in teaching and supervisory 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.
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Audiology
Queens' Hospital, Rom Valley Way, Romford, RM7 0AG
Romford
RM7 0AG