Paediatric Audiologist

Full–time

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To provide a quality Audiological assessment of children who present with hearing difficulties, with particular reference to the referrer and patient’s relevant

• To carry out a full range of Audiological tests and procedures in accordance with national professional standards and procedures, and local

• To obtain informal consent from the patient (or carer) and carry out routine, advanced or specialised Audiological procedures, according to the clinical strategy within agreed local protocols, or as agreed with medical or senior

• To provide results to medical or senior staff for review according to

• To explain test results and concepts, which are often conflicting or complex, appropriately and sensitively, using simple language or through intermediaries such as interpreters or advocates. To advise or make recommendations as appropriate within area of own expertise and professional

• To undertake a comprehensive Audiological assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies. To carry out appropriate Audiological procedures in order to provide an accurate assessment of their condition.

• To carry out a full range of specialist Audiological tests and procedures following national and local policies and guidelines, appropriate to the developmental age of the child

• To provide a comprehensive hearing aid service (including hearing aid repairs) to children in acute and community settings in accordance with the most recent national best practice guidance and protocols (e.g. NICE/ MCHAS) To include provision of specialist non-routine hearing aids and services to children with complex needs such as learning disabilities or sensory/physical

• To assess patients referred directly from GPs or other health, social and educational professionals for hearing aid provision, following national and local protocols, to include onward referrals as Person specification Education, training & qualifications Essential criteria

• BSc Audiology OR BTEC qualification in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement & successfully completed both parts of BAAT I and II (or equivalent)

• Registered to practice as an Audiologist with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP)

• Theoretical and practical knowledge of Paediatric Audiology, and advanced Audiological test techniques

• An awareness of national Audiology and NHS developments

• Evidence of CPD Desirable criteria

• MSc in Audiological Science plus CAC/CCC Or Successful completion of the STP in Audiology

• Eligible/registered as a clinical scientist with HCPC or on the voluntary register with RCCP

• Advanced courses in Audiology

• British Sign Language Qualifications

• Deaf Awareness Qualifications

• Membership with the BAA and/or BSA

• Diploma/Post graduate Certificate in Management Previous Experience Essential criteria

• NHS experience within Paediatric Audiology, including behavioural assessment and rehabilitation Desirable criteria

• Responsibility for area(s) of speciality within Audiology and/or general administration

• Demonstrable operational managerial responsibility

• Experience of working at a senior level demonstrating clinical competency within relevant clinical area

• Evidence and experience of leading change, demonstrating sustained improvements

• Working towards post graduate qualifications Skills and Abilities Essential criteria

• Ability to prioritise, innovate & work as part of a multi- disciplinary team

• Practical skills in standard audiological behavioural clinical procedures in relation to children and young people

• Clinical analytical skills in the interpretation of complex clinical audiological data

• Physical skills, requiring precision, for the accurate insertion of intra-aural probes and taking high- quality ear mould impressions

• Knowledge of the fundamentals of normal child development

• Knowledge of the causes and appropriate management of hearing impairment in children

• Understanding of current approaches to hearing aid selection, verification and evaluation in children

• Demonstrates understanding of issues surrounding hearing impairment and impact on quality of life for the whole family

• Empathy for working with vulnerable families/carers/patients

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to deal regularly and appropriately with situations where conflict may arise Desirable criteria

• An enquiring interest in Audiology

• Knowledge of the scientific bases of clinical