Job summary
To undertake a programme of training and assessment in a level 6 Healthcare Science Apprenticeship.
The post holder will be expected to complete the Healthcare Science Apprenticeship in Audiology. Please note that we will not be able to shortlist any applicants with more than 50% prior learning/work experience of this apprenticeship standard.
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/healthcare-science-practitioner-degree/
On completion of the Apprenticeship to maintain a substantive Audiologist (band 5) role.
To perform all aspects of Band 5 work for the Adult and Paediatric audiology service.
Main duties of the job
Upon completion of the apprenticeship:
Routine aspects of all work within the department including clinics at peripheral sites.
Perform audiological testing procedures without supervision including fitting hearing aids.
Explain results to patients and where appropriate the importance of ongoing surveillance.
Ensure a Person-centred, Family Friendly ethos is followed in all patient interactions.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Routine aspects of all work within the department including clinics at peripheral sites and domiciliary visiting.
Explain results to patients and where appropriate the importance of ongoing surveillance.
Ensure a Person-centred, Family Friendly ethos is followed in all patient interactions.
Assist in the services on-going training and development programmes.
Develop and deliver training material for other staff and health professionals of all levels.
Assist in the services on-going training and development programmes.
Ensure compliance of all Trust Health and Safety, and Risk assessment and Incidence reporting procedures. To take a key role in the maintaining of Health and Safety standards including updating manual handling assessment, COSHH and risk assessments.
In carrying out these duties the employee is required to take responsible care to avoid injury or accident, which may be caused by work.
OTHER:
The likely training provider will be Aston University. Details of the 3-year course are available here: Healthcare Science Practitioner: Audiology Degree Apprenticeship | Aston University
The post holder must comply with all RCHT policies and procedures.
The post holder must work within infection control guidelines to ensure that work methods do not constitute a risk of infection either to the health care professional, to the client or to any persons working/visiting in RCHT premises.
This job description is subject to the Terms and Conditions of service of Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, and the post-holder will undertake any other duties which may be required from time to time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Routine aspects of all work within the department including clinics at peripheral sites and domiciliary visiting.
Explain results to patients and where appropriate the importance of ongoing surveillance.
Ensure a Person-centred, Family Friendly ethos is followed in all patient interactions.
Assist in the services on-going training and development programmes.
Develop and deliver training material for other staff and health professionals of all levels.
Assist in the services on-going training and development programmes.
Ensure compliance of all Trust Health and Safety, and Risk assessment and Incidence reporting procedures. To take a key role in the maintaining of Health and Safety standards including updating manual handling assessment, COSHH and risk assessments.
In carrying out these duties the employee is required to take responsible care to avoid injury or accident, which may be caused by work.
OTHER:
The likely training provider will be Aston University. Details of the 3-year course are available here: Healthcare Science Practitioner: Audiology Degree Apprenticeship | Aston University
The post holder must comply with all RCHT policies and procedures.
The post holder must work within infection control guidelines to ensure that work methods do not constitute a risk of infection either to the health care professional, to the client or to any persons working/visiting in RCHT premises.
This job description is subject to the Terms and Conditions of service of Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, and the post-holder will undertake any other duties which may be required from time to time.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree/Diploma of Higher Education in a Science or 3 A levels including 1 science
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with adults and paediatrics
Practical and intellectual
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Good IT skills
- Up to date knowledge of all current NHS hearing aids
Training
Essential
- Willingness to be trained and extend own knowledge
- Evidence of ongoing CPD
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree/Diploma of Higher Education in a Science or 3 A levels including 1 science
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with adults and paediatrics
Practical and intellectual
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Good IT skills
- Up to date knowledge of all current NHS hearing aids
Training
Essential
- Willingness to be trained and extend own knowledge
- Evidence of ongoing CPD
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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