Audiologist

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Audiologist to join our friendly team of 8 Audiologists and 5 Audiological Assistants.

We are looking for a conscientious, motivated and flexible newly qualified or experienced Audiologist. Hearing Services provides a comprehensive service to patients from the Sheffield area and beyond.

Please note this advertisement can be appointed as either a full time or part time opportunity (9 day fortnight working pattern available).

You will need to be able to demonstrate competency across all clinical fields of Audiology including, diagnostic assessments of hearing loss, select and fit appropriate hearing aids, take aural impressions and reassess existing patients hearing and aid provision according to BSA protocols.

Main duties of the job

Our aim is to support Sheffield Teaching Hospitals vision: “To be recognised as the best provider of health, clinical research and education in the UK and a strong contributor to the aspiration of Sheffield to be a vibrant and healthy city region"

We provide support to a large ENT and Neurotology Service in the form of specialist Vestibular Diagnostic and Rehabilitation Services, Tinnitus Therapy Services and BAHA and Middle Ear Acoustic Implants. The Department has also been accredited by IQIP’s. This department uses the Auditbase system.

Performs and selects suitable routine & non-routine diagnostic test procedures; including audiograms, middle ear function tests, tinnitus and reflex tests following recommended procedure guidelines on adults from ENT, wards and GP’s and secondary referrals from other consultants. Careful and accurate recording of patient sessions either in hospital notes or on the departments Patient Management System.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Please note this advertisement can be appointed as either a full time or part time opportunity.