Specialist Audiologist
hace 2 días
Harlow
Job summaryWe have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Audiologist in Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust to join the Audiology Department at Princess Alexandra Hospital. You will be responsible for providing specialist audiology services to adults and children with hearing difficulties, undertaking comprehensive diagnostic assessments where highly accurate results are essential for effective patient care. Working across a variety of clinical settings, you will manage complex caseloads, support patients, families, and carers throughout their care journey, and deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs. You will work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, liaising with services including Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT), Speech and Language Therapy, Central Appointments, and other Audiology departments to ensure coordinated patient care. In addition, you will be responsible for supervising, teaching, and supporting clinical staff, providing day-to-day leadership, maintaining high clinical standards, and contributing to the ongoing development and delivery of high-quality audiology services.Main duties of the jobAs a Specialist Audiologist, you will be responsible for conducting otoscopic examinations to evaluate the condition of the ear canal and tympanic membrane, identifying abnormalities or contraindications and ensuring appropriate onward referral where required. You will manage a variety of technical assessment procedures, including Pure Tone Audiometry, Acoustic Admittance and Reflex Measurements, Speech Audiometry, and Oto-Acoustic Emissions testing, ensuring accurate data collection and interpretation to support clinical outcomes. You will also be responsible for taking precise aural impressions for the manufacture of ear moulds and custom hearing protection, maintaining high standards of accuracy, patient safety, and professional practice while supporting the effective delivery of specialist audiology services.About usHere at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challengesWork-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leaveOpportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you wantDetailsDate posted18 June 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary 20.06 an hour ContractBankWorking pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference numberM0042-26-0198Job locationsPrincess Alexandra Hospital Nhs TrustHamstel RoadHARLOWEssexCM20 1QXUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo interpret clinical findings and outcome information to support informed decision-making, ensuring that recommendations and next steps are appropriate to individual circumstances and aligned with service protocols.To identify cases requiring escalation and facilitate timely onward referral pathways, maintaining effective communication with relevant healthcare professionals to support continuity of care and patient safety.To organise and coordinate community-based service delivery across multiple locations, managing schedules, resources, and documentation to ensure efficient and effective provision of care.To maintain and update departmental procedures, protocols, and working practices, contributing to service consistency, regulatory compliance, and the continuous improvement of clinical standards.To provide audiology services across a range of hospital and community settings, adapting to different environments and ensuring a high-quality experience for patients regardless of location.To participate in the development of specialist areas of practice through additional training and professional development, supporting the expansion of clinical expertise and enhancing the scope of services available within the department. Job description Job responsibilitiesTo interpret clinical findings and outcome information to support informed decision-making, ensuring that recommendations and next steps are appropriate to individual circumstances and aligned with service protocols.To identify cases requiring escalation and facilitate timely onward referral pathways, maintaining effective communication with relevant healthcare professionals to support continuity of care and patient safety.To organise and coordinate community-based service delivery across multiple locations, managing schedules, resources, and documentation to ensure efficient and effective provision of care.To maintain and update departmental procedures, protocols, and working practices, contributing to service consistency, regulatory compliance, and the continuous improvement of clinical standards.To provide audiology services across a range of hospital and community settings, adapting to different environments and ensuring a high-quality experience for patients regardless of location.To participate in the development of specialist areas of practice through additional training and professional development, supporting the expansion of clinical expertise and enhancing the scope of services available within the department.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialRecognised Audiology qualification or equivalent experience.HCPC or RCCP registration.Experience in diagnostic audiology and hearing aid services.Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.Full driving licence; paediatric or postgraduate experience desirable. Person Specification Qualifications EssentialRecognised Audiology qualification or equivalent experience.HCPC or RCCP registration.Experience in diagnostic audiology and hearing aid services.Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.Full driving licence; paediatric or postgraduate experience desirable.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 detailsEmployer nameNHS Professionals LimitedAddressPrincess Alexandra Hospital Nhs TrustHamstel RoadHARLOWEssexCM20 1QXUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameNHS Professionals LimitedAddressPrincess Alexandra Hospital Nhs TrustHamstel RoadHARLOWEssexCM20 1QXUnited KingdomEmployer's website
