Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic Specialist Paediatric Audiologist to join our busy paediatric Audiology team at North Manchester General Hospital. The department is unique in providing all hearing services for adults and children under one management structure.
We have a permanent, full time post (37.5 hours per week) available for a passionate clinician, who is focused on ensuring a strong evidence base to decision making, with specialist knowledge and experience in paediatric diagnostics and rehabilitation. Part time can also be considered
For informal enquiries please contact -
Miss Maxine Holden. Head of Audiology on 0161 720 2285
email maxine.holden@mft.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
The post involves a broad range of clinical duties, with a focus on paediatric diagnostic testing, treatment planning and hearing aid fitting for babies and children of all age. There is close liaison with the Newborn Hearing Screening Programme, Paediatric ENT, Sensory Support Service and the Hearing Implant Programme.
The post carries a high level of personal autonomy, responsibility and a high level of scientific knowledge, clinical skills and ability to communicate well with children, parents and other professionals.
The post holder is expected to be an active leader and a positive role model for the service who will deliver expert audiological assessments and interventions to patients, with a focus on maintaining clinical excellence and ensuring continued professional development on the latest advancements in paediatric audiology to ensure the application of evidence-based practices.
The postholder will be expected to provide audiological expertise to aid colleague learning and monitoring. They will participate in service development projects, clinical audit, research, supervision of practice and teaching of staff, students, and collaborating with other professionals/agencies. The post holder will have a specific requirement to support work towards IQIPS accreditation and development of a strong governance structure within the paediatric team which stimulates and leads continuous improvement.
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of over £3bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- AHCS (RCCP) or HCPC Registration
- BSc (Hons) Audiology or equivalent - MSc or diploma in Audiology or Neurosensory Sciences PTP (Audiology) with clinical competency or equivalent BAAT I and II Registration with RCCP or HCPC
Desirable
- ABR Clinical Competency and experience
- MSc Module qualification in Paediatric Assessment and/or Paediatric Rehabilitation
- Recognised Leadership Training
- Mentorship/Clinical Educators Training
- Recognized Ear Care Training / experience
Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Appropriate post qualification experience
- Working knowledge of a range of clinical conditions and current best practice for Audiology management
- Ability to diffuse conflict when dealing with upset, distressed or aggressive patients, relatives or staff
- Ability to perform the appropriate range of specialist tests, report on the findings and formulate individual treatment programmes.
- Knowledge and understanding of professional guidelines/codes of practice.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Leadership Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of clinical governance and Quality Improvement
- Evidence of CPD activities
- Good presentation skills
- Good IT Skills
- Audit and Research awareness and skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience working in any of the below specialist fields: 1. Complex Paediatric Assessment and rehabilitation 2. Specialist Area
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- AHCS (RCCP) or HCPC Registration
- BSc (Hons) Audiology or equivalent - MSc or diploma in Audiology or Neurosensory Sciences PTP (Audiology) with clinical competency or equivalent BAAT I and II Registration with RCCP or HCPC
Desirable
- ABR Clinical Competency and experience
- MSc Module qualification in Paediatric Assessment and/or Paediatric Rehabilitation
- Recognised Leadership Training
- Mentorship/Clinical Educators Training
- Recognized Ear Care Training / experience
Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Appropriate post qualification experience
- Working knowledge of a range of clinical conditions and current best practice for Audiology management
- Ability to diffuse conflict when dealing with upset, distressed or aggressive patients, relatives or staff
- Ability to perform the appropriate range of specialist tests, report on the findings and formulate individual treatment programmes.
- Knowledge and understanding of professional guidelines/codes of practice.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Leadership Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of clinical governance and Quality Improvement
- Evidence of CPD activities
- Good presentation skills
- Good IT Skills
- Audit and Research awareness and skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience working in any of the below specialist fields: 1. Complex Paediatric Assessment and rehabilitation 2. Specialist Area
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North Manchester General Hospital
Audiology Department
Delaunays Rd, Crumpsall, Manchester
M8 5RB
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
