To be available to provide a general Audiology service, in the most appropriate location, to adults and children with routine hearing disabilities. This includes provision to ENT clinics.
To work autonomously to assess and interpret results of patients referred for paediatrics and tinnitus including hearing aid fitting and including complex issues.
To provide training and supervision to new starters, students, colleagues and other professionals as required.
To maintain a critical awareness of current clinical and technological research within Audiology and identified specialist areas.
Rotational opportunities in specialist areas will be available to develop and maintain skills.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic experienced audiologist to join our large and friendly team as a senior audiologist working with both adults and children.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, well-motivated and flexible and will provide a comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitation service for our adult and Paediatric patients, working both solo and as part of a team. Good communication skills are essential, together with the skills to provide excellent patient care and make clinical decisions.
BSc Hons Audiology / MSc with CCC in Audiology, or equivalent qualifications are required. The successful candidate will also be required to work at our outstations on a regular basis.
This is a good opportunity for an individual wishing to gain sound experience and who wishes to develop skills further. We also provide services for balance, tinnitus, adults with learning difficulties and ENT services. At present we are working towards UKAS accreditation which will enhance the service further.
Working for our organisation
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
At Dorset HealthCare we want to offer all our staff the opportunity to work flexibly, putting health and wellbeing first, whilst continuing the delivery of excellent patient care. Flexible working looks different for everyone and we welcome applicants to discuss flexible working opportunities with the recruiting manager.
What working for us will provide:
27 days of annual leave, rising to 33 over ten years (for staff on Agenda for Change terms and conditions) Excellent NHS pension scheme Health and wellbeing services Flexible working options, including family-friendly hours Free training and one-to-one career coaching to reach your career goals Preceptorship programme for newly qualified nurses and AHPs Access to nine staff networks - have a voice and transform our Trust Relocation costs where applicable Salary sacrifice scheme opportunities - including childcare vouchers, car lease and cycle scheme, home technology equipment, and buying annual leave NHS discounts to save on your shopping, gym membership and more
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