Senior Paediatric Audiologist
NHS, Parker, CO, United States
We are seeking an experienced
Senior Paediatric Audiologist
to join our Paediatric Audiology Service, supporting children and families across North West London.
Who we are: https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us
The service delivers comprehensive paediatric audiology care, including assessment of babies referred through the
Newborn Hearing Screening Programme , behavioural and objective hearing assessments for children of all ages, and the habilitation of children with hearing loss. We also provide a specialist
Bone Conduction Hearing Implant (BCHI)
service. The Paediatric Audiology Service works closely alongside Adult Audiology Services and the Newborn Hearing Screening Programme to ensure seamless care.
The department is an accredited
Scientist Training Programme (STP)
training centre with the National School of Healthcare Science. The post holder will act as a
Training Officer , providing clinical supervision, training and mentoring to STP trainees and junior staff, and will be expected to maintain ongoing professional development.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a positive, caring and patient-centred approach, with the ability to remain calm, organised and adaptable in a busy clinical environment. You will contribute to the continued development and delivery of a high-quality service.
This is an excellent opportunity to build on your skills and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families affected by hearing loss.
Main duties of the job
To provide a diagnostic service for the Paediatric Audiology Department both on the hospital site and in the community, performing diagnostic Audiological assessment mainly on neonates and children. To include children with learning disabilities, challenging behaviour and additional disabilities or special needs.
To provide aural habilitation for babies and children which includes providing counselling to distressed parents/guardians about their children's hearing loss and associated problems, and to have the ability to make decisions about the most appropriate course of treatment for the patient in their care.
To assist in the day to day running of the Paediatric Audiology Service. To include maintenance of highest levels of health and safety.
To be involved in the education and training requirements of the department and provide clinical supervision of trainee and assistant audiologists in Audiological techniques. To offer support to trainees studying for professional exams and existing staff.
To carry out general duties and maintain a programme of continuing professional development working towards high levels of professional competence.
To be involved in IQIPS accreditation process and service development.
About us
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share.
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
BSc in Clinical Audiology or equivalent qualification & level of knowledge
State registration as Clinical Physiologist in Audiology with RCCP or equivalent, HCPC
Membership of BAA, BSA (British Society of Audiologists)
Experience
Experience of working with children
Knowledge of child development
Knowledge of audit and research
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Experience of working in the community setting
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Analytical and Judgmental Skills
Skills for assessing and interpreting test results
Ability to apply information to the use and application of appropriate hearing aids for Paediatric users
Excellent interpersonal skills
Daily communication and interaction with colleagues using tact, empathy and motivation
Evidence of teaching 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.
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Senior Paediatric Audiologist
to join our Paediatric Audiology Service, supporting children and families across North West London.
Who we are: https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us
The service delivers comprehensive paediatric audiology care, including assessment of babies referred through the
Newborn Hearing Screening Programme , behavioural and objective hearing assessments for children of all ages, and the habilitation of children with hearing loss. We also provide a specialist
Bone Conduction Hearing Implant (BCHI)
service. The Paediatric Audiology Service works closely alongside Adult Audiology Services and the Newborn Hearing Screening Programme to ensure seamless care.
The department is an accredited
Scientist Training Programme (STP)
training centre with the National School of Healthcare Science. The post holder will act as a
Training Officer , providing clinical supervision, training and mentoring to STP trainees and junior staff, and will be expected to maintain ongoing professional development.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a positive, caring and patient-centred approach, with the ability to remain calm, organised and adaptable in a busy clinical environment. You will contribute to the continued development and delivery of a high-quality service.
This is an excellent opportunity to build on your skills and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families affected by hearing loss.
Main duties of the job
To provide a diagnostic service for the Paediatric Audiology Department both on the hospital site and in the community, performing diagnostic Audiological assessment mainly on neonates and children. To include children with learning disabilities, challenging behaviour and additional disabilities or special needs.
To provide aural habilitation for babies and children which includes providing counselling to distressed parents/guardians about their children's hearing loss and associated problems, and to have the ability to make decisions about the most appropriate course of treatment for the patient in their care.
To assist in the day to day running of the Paediatric Audiology Service. To include maintenance of highest levels of health and safety.
To be involved in the education and training requirements of the department and provide clinical supervision of trainee and assistant audiologists in Audiological techniques. To offer support to trainees studying for professional exams and existing staff.
To carry out general duties and maintain a programme of continuing professional development working towards high levels of professional competence.
To be involved in IQIPS accreditation process and service development.
About us
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share.
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
BSc in Clinical Audiology or equivalent qualification & level of knowledge
State registration as Clinical Physiologist in Audiology with RCCP or equivalent, HCPC
Membership of BAA, BSA (British Society of Audiologists)
Experience
Experience of working with children
Knowledge of child development
Knowledge of audit and research
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Experience of working in the community setting
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Analytical and Judgmental Skills
Skills for assessing and interpreting test results
Ability to apply information to the use and application of appropriate hearing aids for Paediatric users
Excellent interpersonal skills
Daily communication and interaction with colleagues using tact, empathy and motivation
Evidence of teaching 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.
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