- Direct referral for hearing aid assessment
- Adult aural rehabilitation (including domiciliary and outreach clinics)
- Support to ENT
- Pediatric assessment and rehabilitation (supporting the Pediatric services Women's and Children's)
- Tinnitus assessment and therapy
- A practicing Healthcare Practitioner, who contributes towards provision of a comprehensive Audiology Service.
- Assists the Audiology Manager in the daily clinical work of the department and is responsible for managing their own workload without direct supervision.
- This involves basic rehabilitative care, diagnostic assessments of hearing, and care for adult hearing aid users, children over 5years of age, and their carers/relatives.
- Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills with other professionals and service users, including patients, carers and relatives.
- Takes part in contributing to service development and maintains professional standards.
- Maintains patient and departmental records both written and electronic using computer databases and word processing.
- Provides clinical assessments and hearing aid programming and provision using complex computer software and specific specialised hardware.
- Assists in one or more of the specialist areas of Audiology Service provision.
- BSc in Audiology or equivalent (Dip Audiology with relevant BSc or BAA parts 1 &2 with H'Tec/B'Tec MPPM)
- Professional knowledge acquired through 4 year BSc in Audiology or 2-year postgraduate Diploma in Audiology.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all client groups.
- Ability to perform a wide range of audiological tests.
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to work off own initiative within the role.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations requiring fine manual dexterity
- A commitment to quality and safety.
- A recognition of the importance of showing respect, dignity and compassion to patients and colleagues.
- A listening, learning and leading approach.
- A commitment to work together to create the best outcomes.
- Must demonstrate the Trust's values around both raising concerns at work, and how to treat others who raise concerns.
Facilities Supervisor - Crewe, United Kingdom - Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Found in: Talent UK C2 - 1 week ago
Description
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity to join our busy Audiology Department at Leighton Hospital.
We serve a population of , across a range of locations.
Please see job description for further information.
Interviews will be face to face, date to be confirmed.
Main duties of the job
The department currently provides a range of services including
The role will involve assessment and rehabilitation of adults. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who enjoys new challenges. We are required to work flexibly which will include evening clinics.
Working for our organisation
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond.
The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1 and became a Foundation Trust in April 8.
We employ almost 5, members of staff, provide around hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.
The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.
During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its Be Safe Be EquiPPEd campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.
The results in the 0 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with % of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.
At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
Skills
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• Please let us know if you require an adjustment to our recruitment process.
• We are a flexible working employer, so please talk to us about any flexible working requirements.
• All correspondence will be sent to the email address you have registered as your TRAC account.
• Recruitment is based on the Trust's values and behaviours and the criteria outlined in the Job Description for the role.
• Secondments will be considered for fixed term positions when both parties agree. Candidates should seek approval from their current line manager before application.
• Appointments are subject to a 6 month probationary period.
• LED Doctors are subject to a 3 month probationary period.
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 4 (Exceptions) Order 5 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 0 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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