Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Practitioner in Audiology.
The post holder will form part of The Community North East Sector Audiology Team (Bury Division). They will be expected to travel between sites across the NCA. They will work as a member of the audiology team under the direct and indirect supervision of an audiologist. The post will involve direct patient care in respect to dealing with basic hearing aid enquiries and performing routine non-complex tasks on a daily basis. There will be a mix of both technical and administrative duties which have clearly defined protocols and procedures.
The successful candidate will undertake an external hearing aid assistant audiology course as well as completing an inhouse training program.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and caring person to complement our existing audiology teams. This is a good opportunity to join an innovative and dynamic service that provides assessment, treatment and advice to adults and children with hearing difficulties.Although no prior experience is essential we do require an individual who is willing to undertake training and work within a fast paced department that is often challenging and rewarding.
Main duties of the job
You will have direct contact with patients undertaking routine hearing aid maintenance and offering audiological advice of a routine nature. They will be involved with basic checks and set up of rooms, equipment and may perform routine telephone follow up appointments. This post will also involve some administrative duties e.g. stock control.
Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria required to qualify for sponsorship.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE including English / Maths / Science and IT or equivalent minimum Grade C/4
Desirable
- NVQ level 3, BTEC, HNC, A levels
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- A basic knowledge of hearing impairment and its effect on people's lives
- Experience working with the general public and have the ability to manage patients who may be challenging, aggressive or distressed
- Willingness to learn and apply knowledge whilst continuing personal development
Desirable
- Knowledge of hearing aids and how they operate
- Assistant practitioner training completed
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Competent with IT applications
- Effective communication skills and knowledge of team working
- Fluent and clear in spoken and written English
- Effective organisation/prioritisation and time management skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE including English / Maths / Science and IT or equivalent minimum Grade C/4
Desirable
- NVQ level 3, BTEC, HNC, A levels
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- A basic knowledge of hearing impairment and its effect on people's lives
- Experience working with the general public and have the ability to manage patients who may be challenging, aggressive or distressed
- Willingness to learn and apply knowledge whilst continuing personal development
Desirable
- Knowledge of hearing aids and how they operate
- Assistant practitioner training completed
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Competent with IT applications
- Effective communication skills and knowledge of team working
- Fluent and clear in spoken and written English
- Effective organisation/prioritisation and time management skills
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).