Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Audiologist will provide high-quality, patient-centred care delivering hearing assessment, hearing aid rehabilitation and ongoing support for patients..

Clinical Responsibilities

The post holder will:

·         Perform a range of routine and specialist audiological procedures including pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry, tympanometry and otoscopy.

·         Assess hearing, communication and rehabilitation needs using clinical findings alongside information obtained from patient history.

The Audiologist will provide high-quality, patient-centred care delivering hearing assessment, hearing aid rehabilitation and ongoing support for patients..

Clinical Responsibilities

The post holder will:

·         Perform a range of routine and specialist audiological procedures including pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry, tympanometry and otoscopy.

·         Assess hearing, communication and rehabilitation needs using clinical findings alongside information obtained from patient history.

·         Recommend, fit, programme and verify hearing aids using recognised prescription formulae and verification techniques, including Real Ear Measurement.

·         Carry out hearing aid reviews, adjustments, troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance.

·         Take ear impressions safely and accurately for custom earmould manufacture.

·         Provide information, counselling and rehabilitation advice to patients, carers and family members.

·         Advise on communication tactics, use of residual hearing and other hearing rehabilitation strategies.

·         Administer outcome measures and patient questionnaires to evaluate benefit from intervention.

·         Manage patients with a wide range of hearing, physical, cognitive and communication needs.

·         Undertake domiciliary assessments and hearing aid appointments for patients unable to attend hospital clinics.

·         Participate in direct access audiology pathways and telephone triage services.

·         Supporting routine paediatric services including hearing assessment and hearing aid follow-up clinics (with additional training).

Technical Responsibilities

The post holder will:

·         Perform routine equipment checks and calibration procedures.

·         Identify faults in clinical equipment and hearing aid systems and take appropriate corrective action.

·         Support maintenance and troubleshooting of audiology equipment.

Communication and Partnership Working

The post holder will:

·         Communicate effectively with patients, carers, colleagues and external agencies.

·         Adapt communication methods to meet the needs of individuals with hearing loss and additional communication requirements.

·         Liaise with GPs, ENT consultants, education professionals, social services and other healthcare providers as required.

·         Make appropriate referrals to senior clinicians and other agencies when necessary.

·         Occasionally represent the Audiology Service at public engagement events and awareness activities.

Education and Training

The post holder will:

·         Support the teaching, supervision and assessment of students, trainees and work experience placements.

·         Participate in clinical educator activities and maintain associated documentation.

·         Assist in delivering departmental teaching and training sessions.

·         Contribute to the development of colleagues through sharing knowledge and skills.

Quality Improvement and Governance

The post holder will:

·         Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement and service evaluation activities.

·         Contribute to the achievement of Audiology Quality Standards and best practice guidelines.

·         Participate in departmental meetings and service development initiatives.

·         Support the implementation of changes that improve patient experience and service performance.

·         Ensure all clinical records are completed accurately and maintained in accordance with professional and organisational standards.

Health, Safety and Service Responsibilities

The post holder will:

·         Contribute to maintaining a safe clinical environment and report incidents, hazards and risks appropriately.

·         Support infection prevention and control practices within the department.

·         Assist with stock management and effective use of departmental resources.

·         Undertake designated departmental responsibilities, including health and safety, fire safety and infection prevention roles as required.

·         Comply with all Health Board policies, professional standards and statutory requirements.

Professional Requirements

The post holder will:

·         Work autonomously within their scope of practice while recognising the limits of their competence.

·         Maintain professional registration and adhere to relevant professional codes of conduct.

·         Participate in mandatory training, continuing professional development and annual performance reviews.

·         Demonstrate the Health Board values in all aspects of their work:

o    We listen, learn and improve

o    We treat everyone with respect

o    We all work together as one team

The role requires regular travel between sites and occasional community-based working across the Health Board area.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.