- Our always values
- BSc or MSc in Audiological Science or equivalent
- Registration with Health Professionals Council/ RCCP or equivalent
- Project management
- Competent in carrying out a full range of audiological testing, including electrophysiology
- Competent in independently assessing children of all ages
- Able to communicate effectively with hearing impaired children of all ages independently
- Competent at fitting a wide range of hearing aids
- Competent in taking a lead in clinical appointments and creating management plans for children with hearing aids indepednently
- Competent in impression taking on children of all ages
- Able to assess children for cochlear implant candidacy and fit a range of NHS cochlear implants
- Ability to demonstrate good working practice through auditing
- Interest and aptitude for research and development of the clinical service
- Computer skills – database use
- Able to communicate using sign language
- Knowledge of health service practices and understanding of clinical governance
- Up to date knowledge of testing and current practices
- At least 2yrs post qualification Paediatric Audiology experience
- Experience with cochlear implants
- Experience with BAHA
- Experience in vestibular, APD testing and electrophysiology
Senior Paediatric Audiologist - London, United Kingdom - Great Ormond Street Hospital
Description
Job overview
NB: 2 posts available (x1 full time) & (1 part time)
Essential: NHS experience
As part of service expansion, we're offering an opportunity for an experienced Paediatric Audiologist to join the Audiology Team at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
The post will provide an excellent opportunity to develop your experience in complex and advanced Paediatric Audiology in a unique setting. You will be carrying out general Audiology and be exposed and trained to do complex assessment processes such as APD, BAHA, Microsuction, Vestibular and Electrophysiological testing (in line with service need). The department has close links to the Cochlear Implant team and there may be an opportunity for exposure.
There may also be an opportunity to see private patients as part of the department rotation for Senior Audiologists (service requirement permitting). There will be many opportunities to learn with the unique patient population found here alongside excellent CPD opportunities (Internal & External).
Main duties of the job
DESIRABLE: CLINICAL SCIENTIST/STP
Essential: NHS experience
You will be expected to oversee the management or act as POC for a clinical area in conjunction with the Band 8's alongside line management responsibilities. Research and project management is desirable with several active studies running. You will need a minimum of a BSc in Audiology or equivalent. You must also be HCPC/RCCP registered and have post qualification paediatric experience. It is an exciting time to be joining the Audiology team at GOSH with the new Sight and Sound Centre having opened in Central London.
As part of recruitment, consideration will be given to experience with potential recruitment to a paediatric post being possible - commensurate to band 6.
For more information please contact either Nicola Guderley (Deputy Lead), Herra Bhutta (Deputy Lead), Anita Wong (Deputy Lead) or Amjad Mahmood (Lead) on
Working for our organisation
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.