Audiologist

Communitas Clinics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a dedicated Audiology Specialist to deliver high-quality audiology services for ENT patients. In this role, you will conduct diagnostic tests, ensure timely referrals, and support communication with GP's, while adhering to quality standards. This position is vital in improving patient care pathways within the community. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and have experience in audiological assessments alongside a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting audiological assessments and tests.
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic hearing tests for ENT patients.
• Ensure prompt referral to ENT specialists as needed.
• Deliver a quality service in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Diagnostic audiology procedures

Communication skills

Patient safety management

Education

Relevant degree in Audiology

Job description

• 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.

Are you passionate about providing high-quality audiology services to patients in need? Do you thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Audiology Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our ENT Intermediate service, you will play a crucial role in providing diagnostic audiology services to NHS patients referred by local GP's. Your expertise will ensure efficient and effective audiology procedures, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and technical proficiency.

Communitas Clinics is a provider of NHS community ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) and Dermatology services, operating across London and the South East of England. Patients are referred to our service by their GP, and appropriate referrals are then treated in community settings by specialist clinicians.

Communitas Clinics has grown organically from a small service operating in one London borough, to an organisation employing over 100 staff and serving a population of over 4 million. We are proud to be a part of the NHS family, and as an NHS third party provider we provide a patient centred service, improving access to advice and information and helping to increase knowledge and awareness of the management of relevant conditions.