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Ear Wax Microsuction Specialist

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Job summary

ACHE (Academy of Community Health Experts) is seeking Independent Clinical Contractors to deliver our clinical services in the community and currently have vacancy for an Ear Wax Microsuction Specialist.

Main duties of the job

ACHE are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Ear Wax Specialist to join our team in Bedford. ACHE deliver high quality healthcare withcommunity-basedcontracts, utilisinglocal and nationalclinical expertise. We offer the opportunity to develop new sources of income, work in partnership with the commercial sector and increase efficiency, all while maintaining the same quality, values and ethos as the NHS.

About us

ACHE deliver high quality healthcare withcommunity-basedcontracts, utilisinglocal and nationalclinical expertise. We offer the opportunity to develop new sources of income, work in partnership with the commercial sector and increase efficiency, all while maintaining the same quality, values and ethos as the NHS.

Details

Date posted

03 October 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Bank

Duration

1 days

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

CHE926618

Job locations

Bedford

Luton

LU1 2LT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Assess patients' ear health and determine the need for ear wax removal through a thorough examination of the ear canal and eardrum. Be competent at ear wax removal with water irrigation and microsuction. Actively promote a patient focused approach and apply such principles throughout the service. Educate patients on proper ear hygiene, prevention of ear wax buildup, and the importance of regular ear care. Attendance at regular update meetings and training courses as appropriate. Involvement with the maintenance and calibration of technical equipment. Maintain patient records appropriately.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assess patients' ear health and determine the need for ear wax removal through a thorough examination of the ear canal and eardrum. Be competent at ear wax removal with water irrigation and microsuction. Actively promote a patient focused approach and apply such principles throughout the service. Educate patients on proper ear hygiene, prevention of ear wax buildup, and the importance of regular ear care. Attendance at regular update meetings and training courses as appropriate. Involvement with the maintenance and calibration of technical equipment. Maintain patient records appropriately.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Certificated evidence of training in ear wax removal and microsuction techniques.
  • A good understanding of ear anatomy, physiology, and common ear conditions.
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
  • Ability to communicate clinical information to the hearing impaired, their families and carers
  • Ability to use computerised patient management system
  • Good time management skills - Good organisational skills- Good written communication
  • Ability to formulate appropriate clinical management strategies based on case history and relevant test results
  • Theoretical knowledge of digital hearing aid fitting.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Certificated evidence of training in ear wax removal and microsuction techniques.
  • A good understanding of ear anatomy, physiology, and common ear conditions.
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
  • Ability to communicate clinical information to the hearing impaired, their families and carers
  • Ability to use computerised patient management system
  • Good time management skills - Good organisational skills- Good written communication
  • Ability to formulate appropriate clinical management strategies based on case history and relevant test results
  • Theoretical knowledge of digital hearing aid fitting.

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.

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.

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

CHEC

Address

Bedford

Luton

LU1 2LT


Employer's website

https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

CHEC

Address

Bedford

Luton

LU1 2LT


Employer's website

https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Resourcing Specialist

Abbie Nelson

abbie.n@chec.uk

07842223949

Details

Date posted

03 October 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Bank

Duration

1 days

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

CHE926618

Job locations

Bedford

Luton

LU1 2LT


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