Job summary
INTERVIEW DATE 6 NOVEMBER 2024
We have an exciting opportunity for aBand 5 Audiologist in Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. BHFT provides Audiology services across Slough, Maidenhead, Bracknell and Windsor. We are a young and vibrant team and are looking for a motivated audiologist to join us in this development role where further training in specialist clinics will be encouraged and supported.
This post is for a full time (37.5 hrs/week) and permanent position. The base for this post will be King Edward Hospital and the applicant may be required to cover clinics in other sites. You should have a BSc in Audiology or equivalent and will be registered with the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS, Clinical Physiologist) or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC, Clinical Scientist). You should have experience in adult diagnostic and rehabilitative care.
Graduates will be considered for this role.
Main duties of the job
Some of the duties include:
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Take detailed medical and audiological histories, interpret test results, identify red flags and where needed to onwards refer to appropriate stakeholders. Explain these to patients, relatives and carers in an appropriate, empathetic manner, being sensitive to the complex communication difficulties of patients who are Deaf or hard of hearing. Advise the adult patient on audiological management options and agree a treatment plan with them.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer.We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
- Caring for and about you is our top priority
- Committed to providing good quality, safe services
- Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.
Benefits of working for us include:
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance
- 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Excellent learning and career development opportunities
- 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
- Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
- Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
- Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
- Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
- Free parking across Trust sites
If you share our values and would like to come and work for us, please submit your application as soon as possible as we'll occasionally close roles early that have a high number of applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
- BSc in Healthcare Science - Audiology / HCCC in Audiology
- Prior to 2006, basic qualification in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurements (or equivalent) and successfully completed both parts of BAAT I and II and/or HTEC in MPPM
- Possess AHCS/HCPC registration and hold an up to date CPD portfolio
- Demonstrated during or post-qualification experience working autonomously in both adult and some paediatric testing in both diagnostic and rehabilitative areas.
- Have knowledge of all standard and advanced test procedures. Knowledge and understanding of professional policies and procedures.
- Have completed appropriate record of clinical competence.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills particularly with the hard of hearing and deaf.
- Possess good computer and database skills
- Possess fine manual dexterity.
- Excellent written communication skills
- Have flexible approach to working hours
- Evidence of an enquiring mind, with a scientific approach and a commitment to Trust values
- Willingness to undertake further professional training.
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Nishma Sutaria on 0300 365 6222 or email: Nishma.sutaria@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
- BSc in Healthcare Science - Audiology / HCCC in Audiology
- Prior to 2006, basic qualification in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurements (or equivalent) and successfully completed both parts of BAAT I and II and/or HTEC in MPPM
- Possess AHCS/HCPC registration and hold an up to date CPD portfolio
- Demonstrated during or post-qualification experience working autonomously in both adult and some paediatric testing in both diagnostic and rehabilitative areas.
- Have knowledge of all standard and advanced test procedures. Knowledge and understanding of professional policies and procedures.
- Have completed appropriate record of clinical competence.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills particularly with the hard of hearing and deaf.
- Possess good computer and database skills
- Possess fine manual dexterity.
- Excellent written communication skills
- Have flexible approach to working hours
- Evidence of an enquiring mind, with a scientific approach and a commitment to Trust values
- Willingness to undertake further professional training.
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Nishma Sutaria on 0300 365 6222 or email: Nishma.sutaria@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- BSc in Healthcare Science - Audiology / HCCC in Audiology
- Prior to 2006, basic qualification in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurements ( or equivalent) and successfully completed both parts of BAAT I and II and/or HTEC in MPPM
- Possess RCCP registration and hold an up to date CPD portfolio.
Desirable
- Training/supervisory qualification (clinical educators etc.)
Previous Experience
Essential
- Demonstrated during or post-qualification experience working autonomously in both adult and some paediatric testing in both diagnostic and rehabilitative areas.
Desirable
- Have some experience in training/supervising other staff
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Have knowledge of all standard and advanced test procedures. Knowledge and understanding of professional policies and procedures.
- Have completed appropriate record of clinical competence
- Have wide knowledge of NHS networks/referral routes.
- Possess good computer and database skills
Desirable
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills particularly with the hard of hearing and deaf.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Possess fine manual dexterity.
- Excellent written communication skills
- Have flexible approach to working hours
- Evidence of an enquiring mind, with a scientific approach and a commitment to Trust values
- Willingness to undertake further professional training.
Desirable
- Have a full driving license and use of car
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- BSc in Healthcare Science - Audiology / HCCC in Audiology
- Prior to 2006, basic qualification in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurements ( or equivalent) and successfully completed both parts of BAAT I and II and/or HTEC in MPPM
- Possess RCCP registration and hold an up to date CPD portfolio.
Desirable
- Training/supervisory qualification (clinical educators etc.)
Previous Experience
Essential
- Demonstrated during or post-qualification experience working autonomously in both adult and some paediatric testing in both diagnostic and rehabilitative areas.
Desirable
- Have some experience in training/supervising other staff
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Have knowledge of all standard and advanced test procedures. Knowledge and understanding of professional policies and procedures.
- Have completed appropriate record of clinical competence
- Have wide knowledge of NHS networks/referral routes.
- Possess good computer and database skills
Desirable
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills particularly with the hard of hearing and deaf.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Possess fine manual dexterity.
- Excellent written communication skills
- Have flexible approach to working hours
- Evidence of an enquiring mind, with a scientific approach and a commitment to Trust values
- Willingness to undertake further professional training.
Desirable
- Have a full driving license and use of car
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).
