Communitas Clinics

Audiologist

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Job summary

Join Our Team as an Audiology Specialist!

Are you driven to make a meaningful impact through high-quality audiology care? Do you thrive in a dynamic healthcare setting where every day presents new opportunities to support patients on their journey to better hearing? If so, were excited to meet you!

Were seeking a dedicated Audiology Specialist to join our team and make a real difference within our ENT Intermediate service. In this role, youll provide essential diagnostic audiology services to NHS patients referred by local GPs. Your clinical expertise and commitment to excellence will ensure smooth, accurate audiology assessments that uphold the highest standards of care and compassion.

Main duties of the job

As an Audiology Specialist, you will be responsible for delivering diagnostic audiology services to NHS patients referred by local GPs. Your primary duties include conducting comprehensive hearing assessments, interpreting results, and providing clear and compassionate explanations to patients regarding their hearing health. You will work closely with the ENT team to determine effective treatment plans, refer patients when needed, and support their self-management. Additionally, maintaining accurate records and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care are essential aspects of this role. This position is ideal for someone committed to excellence in patient care and clinical collaboration.

About us

Communitas Clinics is a leading provider of NHS community-based ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) and Dermatology services, serving patients across London and the South East of England. Our team of specialist clinicians brings expert care directly to local communities, offering high-quality treatment and support for patients referred by their GPs.

Since our early days as a small service in one London borough, Communitas Clinics has grown to employ over 100 dedicated staff members, now reaching over 4 million people. As a proud part of the NHS family, were committed to delivering patient-centered care that prioritizes accessibility, empowers patients through knowledge, and enhances understanding around the management of ENT and dermatology conditions.

Details

Date posted

04 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

U0021-24-0017

Job locations

The Spitalfields Practice

20 Old Montague Street

London

E1 5PB


Harpenden Memorial Hospital

Carlton Road

Harpenden

Hertfordshire

AL5 4TA


Forest Road Medical Centre

Forest Road

London

E17 5JL


Brigstock Family Practice

83 Brigstock Road

Thornton Heath

Surrey

CR7 7JH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Conduct diagnostic hearing tests for patients with Ear Nose and Throat conditions, including audiograms, tympanograms, and pure tone air/bone conduction tests.

Ensure prompt referral to ENT specialists when necessary, in accordance with clinical pathways.

Maintain open communication with referring GP's to enhance clinical awareness and collaboration.

Adhere to Significant Event Analysis procedures and report untoward events in a timely manner.

Collaborate with local Audiology/ENT services and secondary care clinicians to improve patient care pathways.

Deliver a quality service in compliance with professional codes of conduct and regulatory standards.

Prioritize and manage workload to maintain quality and promote patient safety.

Participate in quality governance systems, audits, and evaluations to drive continuous improvement.

Support professional development through ongoing learning and training activities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Conduct diagnostic hearing tests for patients with Ear Nose and Throat conditions, including audiograms, tympanograms, and pure tone air/bone conduction tests.

Ensure prompt referral to ENT specialists when necessary, in accordance with clinical pathways.

Maintain open communication with referring GP's to enhance clinical awareness and collaboration.

Adhere to Significant Event Analysis procedures and report untoward events in a timely manner.

Collaborate with local Audiology/ENT services and secondary care clinicians to improve patient care pathways.

Deliver a quality service in compliance with professional codes of conduct and regulatory standards.

Prioritize and manage workload to maintain quality and promote patient safety.

Participate in quality governance systems, audits, and evaluations to drive continuous improvement.

Support professional development through ongoing learning and training activities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in line with the role

Qualifications

Essential

  • GMC Number
  • Experience in the filed
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in line with the role

Qualifications

Essential

  • GMC Number
  • Experience in the filed

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

Communitas Clinics

Address

The Spitalfields Practice

20 Old Montague Street

London

E1 5PB


Employer's website

https://communitasclinics.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Communitas Clinics

Address

The Spitalfields Practice

20 Old Montague Street

London

E1 5PB


Employer's website

https://communitasclinics.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Manager

Nicola Devaney

communitas.recruitment@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

04 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

U0021-24-0017

Job locations

The Spitalfields Practice

20 Old Montague Street

London

E1 5PB


Harpenden Memorial Hospital

Carlton Road

Harpenden

Hertfordshire

AL5 4TA


Forest Road Medical Centre

Forest Road

London

E17 5JL


Brigstock Family Practice

83 Brigstock Road

Thornton Heath

Surrey

CR7 7JH


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