Head of Service for Adult Audiology - Bristol, United Kingdom - University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

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Bristol, United Kingdom

4 days ago

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We are looking for a motivated, innovative and compassionate Head of Service for our Adult Audiology service, providing leadership for our teams based both at sites across University Hospitals Bristol and Weston (UHBW) and North Bristol Trust (NBT).

This exciting opportunity involves providing strategic management and leadership to our dedicated Adult Audiology team, as well as providing strategic leadership to contribute to the direction of Audiology Services both locally and nationally, in collaboration with other clinical divisions, Primary Care, Bristol North Somerset South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) Integrated Care System (ICS), Bristol Centre for Deaf People and Community Services.

The Audiology service comprises of a diverse team of 64 members of staff, including Clinical Scientists, Healthcare Scientists and Hearing Therapists, supported by an Admin and Clerical team, providing the following services for the population of

BNSSG:
hearing aid services, tinnitus rehabilitation, diagnostic audio vestibular testing, vestibular rehabilitation, and hearing therapy.

The reward for the successful applicant would be the chance to work within a supportive environment with opportunities grow and develop the service within both a local and national context.

To lead the Adult Audiology Services across BNSSG. Provide a strategic leadership role in the delivery of professional, operational and clinical objectives working across the Division.

The post holder will lead and take responsibility in the following areas:

To lead, co-ordinate and monitor the work of various Adult Audiology sections involved in Audiology service provision, managing workflows and staffing levels, focussed on maximising quality and efficiency of the service.

Operational leadership responsibilities ensuring a fit for purpose, competent, engaged and motivated workforce, monitoring service performance to ensure targets are met

Ensuring the services are delivered within a balanced budget, demonstrating strong financial performance management including CIP delivery.

Responsibility for developing and maintaining effective relationships across all Divisions, contributing to the smooth delivery patient care pathways within the Trust as well as contributing to patient pathways delivery and development across the Integrated Care System (ICS)

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.