About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Audiologist to join the adult Audiology Team at St George's NHS Hospital, for one year. The post holder will support the delivery of a range of adult audiology services, including assessment and rehabilitation. The role will involve working with adults with a range of hearing needs, including some patients with more audiologically complex requirements or additional support needs, under the guidance of senior clinicians. You will contribute to initiatives aimed at managing service demand, such as patient education sessions and hearing aid support clinics and therefore require a solid knowledge of the relevant BSA and BAA protocols. You will have the opportunity to maintain and develop any existing skills, such as speech audiometry, non-routine immittance testing, and other advanced diagnostic techniques, with appropriate supervision.
Main duties of the job
You will:
* Deliver adult audiology clinics across St George's Hospital and satellite sites* Undertake hearing assessments and provide hearing aid rehabilitation for adults * Support patients with complex needs with guidance from senior staff* Assist in the delivery of patient support initiatives (e.g. group sessions, hearing aid advice clinics) * Contribute to maintaining high clinical standards in line with BSA and BAA protocols * Participate in clinical audit, service evaluation and quality improvement activities * Support the ongoing development of the audiology service
About us
The Department of Audiology and Audiological Medicine at St George's Hospital provides a comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitation service for patients with hearing, balance and tinnitus difficulties. You will be part of a large, friendly and multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. The department supports professional development and encourages staff to expand their clinical skills and knowledge.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification, included in the job advert, for more information.
Person Specification
Skills and knowledge Essential
Demonstrate reflective practice Hearing aid skills Organisational skills Knowledge of BSA/BAA/NHSP protocols IT skills
Desirable
BSL knowledge Auditbase Teaching skills Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
Experience Essential
Clinical Audiology to have cemented baseline knowledge Clinical Audit Worked within national protocols such as BSA, NHSP, BAA
Desirable
Work in non-standard audiology area Practice in non-standard area (paeds)
Qualifications Essential
MSc in Audiology or equivalent experience State registration with HCPC / AHCS
Desirable
Course(s) in paeds
Other Essential
Good English written and verbal communication skills Leadership qualities
Desirable
Good time management
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.
Employer details Employer name St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address St George's Hospital
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)