Assistant Audiologist

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Bangor; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Job Overview

A vacancy has arisen within the Audiology Service for an Assistant Audiologist to assist in the provision of a high quality Audiology service to the population of North Wales served by BCUHB. The post holder will perform duties within the Adult Audiology service as described in the job description. The post will be based at Bangor Hospital. The roles will be performed in outpatient settings across the area served by BCUHB. There will be responsibility to train and supervise other clinical staff where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

The Assistant Healthcare Scientist in Audiology will provide interventions with routine / non complex hearing pathologies / disabilities as well as a range of administrative duties. Clinical work may be undertaken at the main hospital site, a range of peripheral sites and may also include domiciliary visits.

The Assistant Audiologist is NOT an independent practitioner and clinical supervision and mentoring will be required during the normal schedule of the working day. The main duties include performing hearing screening, repair and maintenance of hearing aids, otoscopy and the taking of aural impressions, working to locally and nationally agreed protocols in conjunction with scope of practice and accountability.

The Assistant Practitioner will obtain appropriate education, training and skills to allow them to perform these duties. This role involves travelling to other geographical areas so a UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is desirable. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

1. GCSE English or Equivalent. Science qualification to NVQ III or equivalent Or Knowledge of admin procedures plus general education to NVQ III level equivalent Or IT qualification to NVQ III or equivalent.

Desirable criteria

1. Knowledge of Audiology and Audiological procedures to NVQ III or equivalent.
2. A level in a science subject or equivalent.

Skills

Essential criteria

1. Good organisational skills.
2. Word processing skills.
3. Ability to work as part of a team.
4. Ability to communicate with staff at all levels.
5. Clear speech for communicating with hearing impaired people.

Desirable criteria

1. Ability to use fine tools (jewellers screwdriver) and to connect cables to programme hearing aids.

Experience

Essential criteria

1. Previous experience of clerical/administrative functions in a busy office/reception.

Desirable criteria

1. Experience of customer service.
2. Previous experience of working in a hospital.

Knowledge

Essential Criteria

1. Knowledge of customer relations/service.
2. Knowledge of Microsoft packages.

Desirable criteria

1. Knowledge of Audiology and PiMS/PAS patient management system.
2. Knowledge of Organisational procedures/policies.

Personal Qualities

Essential Criteria

1. Smart, personal presentation.
2. Polite, helpful manner.
3. Good communication skills.
4. Willingness to learn.

Desirable criteria

1. Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh.