Band 5 Audiologist

National health service; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in West Essex is seeking an Audiologist to join a busy audiology department across multiple sites. The role involves otoscopy, diagnostic testing, ear impressions, and fitting of hearing aids with Real Ear measurements.

You will support paediatric and adult clients, including home and ward visits, as part of a collaborative team. We welcome applicants with recognised Audiology qualifications and a commitment to high-quality patient care in a flexible,

Qualifications

• Recognised Audiology qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience performing diagnostic audiology testing and hearing aid fitting.
• Competence in patient assessment and maintaining notes.

Responsibilities

• Perform otoscopic examination and assess ear condition.
• Conduct diagnostic tests: PTA, acoustic measurements, speech audiometry and OAE.
• Fit and program hearing aids using real-ear measures.

Skills

Audiology testing

Otoacoustic emissions

Pure tone audiometry

Hearing aid fitting

Patient assessment

Education

Recognised Audiology qualification (BSc/MSc/PTP/STP/BAAT/PgDip Aud)

Tools

Real Ear Measurements

Acoustic Admittance

Speech Audiometry

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Perform otoscopic examination of the ear canal to assess the condition of the external ear and eardrum. Recognise contra-indications to further treatment (e.g. perforation, discharge, blood and/or excessive wax) and refer to the appropriate professional when necessary e.g. ENT staff, GP Senior Audiologist, Nurse Practitioner etc Assess the hearing of adults and children over the age of 5
• Using a range of specialised diagnostic tests, including: Pure Tone Audiometry, Acoustic Admittance Measurements, Acoustic Reflex Measurements and Speech Audiometry, Oto-Acoustic Emissions.
• Obtain aural impressions on adults and children for the purpose of ear moulds or custom made earplugs. Select appropriate hearing aids.
• Programme selected digital hearing aid using computerised system and hearing aid software and fit hearing aid and mould to selection and fitting of hearing aid using Real Ear Measurements.
• Complete validated outcome measures to obtain a qualitative assessment of hearing disability and handicap using Glasgow Hearing Benefit Profile and Glasgow Hearing aid Difference profile or COSI.
• Using drill, buffer and grinding equipment, modify patient's ear moulds to facilitate comfort of fit and/or modify to change acoustic parameters.
• Regularly review patients progress with the hearing aid and analyse need for modification of hearing aid programme and/or further rehabilitation, advice and counselling.
• Fit custom made ear plugs for adults and children and instruct patients or their carers on effective use and maintenance.
• Provide a one‑stop Hearing Aid Repair Service, using analytical and diagnostic skills to formulate individual solutions to non‑routine hearing aid problems.
• Recognise when a medical history or test results require onward referral to Senior Audiologist or ENT Medical Staff.
• Analyse and interpret diagnostic test results to formulate an individual treatment plan.
• Undertake home visits to housebound patients to provide a full range of audiological services where access to patients in a domestic setting may be restricted.
• Undertake visits to in‑patients who have been identified by ward staff as having hearing problems, providing the appropriate audiological services at the bedside.
• Assist with paediatric audiology and hearing aid clinics.
• Perform evening and weekend clinics as required (though we currently do not work evenings or weekends unless overtime is required).
• Perform otoscopic examination of the ear canal to assess the condition of the external ear and eardrum. Recognise contra‑indications to further treatment (e.g. perforation, discharge, blood and/or excessive wax) and refer to the appropriate professional when necessary e.g. ENT staff, GP Senior Audiologist, Nurse Practitioner etc Assess the hearing of adults and children over the age of 5 using a range of specialised diagnostic tests, including: Pure Tone Audiometry, Acoustic Admittance Measurements, Acoustic Reflex Measurements and Speech Audiometry, Oto‑Acoustic Emissions.
• Obtain aural impressions on adults and children for the purpose of ear moulds or custom made earplugs.

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined‑up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Person Specification

• A Recognised qualification in Audiology (BSc, MSc, PTP, STP, BAAT,PgDip Aud,) or equivalent experience.
• EssentialA Recognised qualification in Audiology (BSc, MSc, PTP, STP, BAAT,PgDip Aud,) or equivalent experience.
• Experience EssentialAble to perform a variety of Diagnostic Audiological testing and fit and verify hearing aids.
• Competent and confident to assist and supervise junior members of staff.
• Good dexterity and hand‑eye co‑ordination.
• Ability to keep accurate computerised patient notes.

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.

Employer details

Employer name The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust Address St Margaret's Hospital Epping Essex CM16 6TN United Kingdom Employer's website Employer details

Job summary

An opportunity is available in the Audiology department at PAH for an Audiologist to come and work in our friendly team. We work across three sites in Epping, Harlow and Bishops Stortford and travel to all three sites is essential. We benefit from being a training department and currently have 2xSTPs, 1 BSc and 1 MSc Student. We also run Paediatric Assessment and Rehabilitation and we encourage rotation through our Paediatric Service for all our staff to gain new skills, where possible, depending on the needs of the service at the time. Main duties of the job Perform otoscopic examination of the ear canal to assess the condition of the external ear and eardrum. Recognise contra‑indications to further treatment (e.g. perforation, discharge, blood and/or excessive wax) and refer to the appropriate professional when necessary e.g. ENT staff, GP Senior Audiologist, Nurse Practitioner etc Assess the hearing of adults and children over the age of 5. Using a range of specialised diagnostic tests, including: Pure Tone Audiometry, Acoustic Admittance Measurements, Acoustic Reflex Measurements and Speech Audiometry, Oto‑Acoustic Emissions. Obtain aural impressions on adults and children for the purpose of ear moulds or custom made earplugs. Select appropriate hearing aids. About us The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined‑up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.