Senior Assistant Technical Officer - Audiology
The closing date is 08 February 2026
Job summary
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Senior Assistant Technical Officer to join our team at Royal Cornwall Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity to play a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality healthcare services within our Audiology department.
As a Senior Assistant Technical Officer, you will provide essential technical and administrative support to ensure the smooth running of audiology clinics and services. Your responsibilities will include preparing and maintaining equipment, assisting with patient care, and supporting the audiology team in delivering efficient and effective services. You will also contribute to stock management, record keeping, and the organisation of clinical resources.
We are seeking someone who is organised, proactive, and committed to providing excellent patient care. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential, as you will work closely with clinicians and patients in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience in a healthcare or technical setting is desirable, but full training will be provided to help you succeed in this role.
If you are passionate about supporting healthcare services and want to be part of a friendly and professional team in a beautiful part of the country, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
To provide, alongside the other Senior Assistant Technical Officers (SATO), a hearing aid repair service at RCHT Audiology sites around Cornwall, including Otoscopy and earmould impression taking.
To visit the wards to assist in-patients with hearing aid maintenance, repair and replacement of lost hearing aids.
To work alongside an Audiologist on a split fitting appointment, counselling the patient on the management and usage of their newly fitted hearing aid/s.
To undertake directed duties in the Audiology Workshop.
To undertake telephone follow-up clinics in accordance with the telephone follow-up protocol referring onwards as necessary.
To recognise problems beyond own area of knowledge/expertise and to refer onwards or seek advice as required.
Demonstrate own duties to others and support wider team.
About us
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.
We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.
The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.
Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation.
It's established South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence-based activities. Read their research paper to find out more.
Website: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/clinical-schools/royal-cornwall-hospitals-nhs-trust-clinical-school
https://doi.org/10.1177/17449871231209037
Details
Date posted
26 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
156-7711419
Job locations
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Employer's website
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