Band 5 - Audiologist, Audiology

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Watford is seeking a dedicated Audiologist to support the adult hearing-impaired population. This full-time role includes responsibilities such as providing specialist services, maintaining patient records, and participating in clinical supervision. Ideal candidates should have relevant qualifications, including a BSc in Audiology and registration with RCCP. The position emphasizes innovation, staff wellbeing, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Support for disabilities

Qualifications

• BSc in Audiology or equivalent required.
• Relevant in-service training preferred.
• Must have RCCP or equivalent registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist clinical and technical services.
• Maintain patient records accurately.
• Engage in departmental research and development.

Skills

Clinical service provision

Database management

Equipment maintenance

Clinical supervision

Research and development

Education

BSc in Audiology or equivalent

Relevant in-service training

RCCP or equivalent registration

Job description

West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated Audiologist to join our team supporting the adult hearing-impaired population.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide specialist clinical and technical services.
2. Format account databases and generate patient records.
3. Careful use and maintenance of expensive equipment.
4. Propose service improvements.
5. Assist in departmental projects.
6. Provide clinical supervision.
7. Record patient sessions accurately onto Auditbase.
8. Participate in mandatory staff training.
9. Engage in departmental research and development.

Qualifications:

• BSc in Audiology or equivalent.
• Relevant in-service training.
• RCCP or equivalent registration (essential if qualified).
• Registration pending if qualification is not yet obtained.
• NHS experience as a qualified Audiologist or student placement.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time position, working 37.5 hours over four long days (07:50 to 18:00). The role involves working across three hospital sites, including upcoming new facilities and upgrades. We value innovation, staff wellbeing, and flexible working options. For support related to disabilities or long-term health conditions, contact [email protected].

Application closing early possible; apply promptly. If no response within 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful. Covering ENT clinics, referrals, hearing aid fittings, and repairs, with a focus on elderly and hearing-impaired patients.