Band 6 Audiologist (Adult)

Express Diagnostics; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diagnostics provider in Plymouth seeks a Band 6 Audiologist to provide adult audiology clinics. This role involves conducting audiometry tests, mentoring colleagues, and participating in service development. Candidates should possess a BSc in Audiology, be HCPC registered, and have clinical experience. This position offers development opportunities and a supportive work environment with staff benefits including enhanced leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Enhanced annual leave

Matched pension contributions

Paid breaks

Free staff parking

Qualifications

• Experience with complex adult and pediatric patients.
• Minimum of post BSc clinical experience.
• Evidence of training in specialist area.

Responsibilities

• Performance of Pure Tone Audiometry.
• Participating in UKAS IQIPS accreditation.
• Ensuring a high standard of patient/client care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Service development

Education

BSc (Hons) Audiology or equivalent

Registered Clinical Physiologist (Audiology)

HCPC registered Clinical Scientist

MSc in Audiology or M level credits

Job description

We are in an exciting phase of growth and are pleased to offer a new post for a Band 6 Audiologist who will be responsible for providing adult Audiology clinics at Express Diagnostics. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician looking to develop their career within an innovative and patient focused department.

This role includes opportunities for career development within both clinical and leadership positions and active involvement in mentoring colleagues, auditing, service improvement and UKAS IQIPS accreditation.

The post holder will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong commitment to service development and continuous improvement. A high standard of literacy and numeracy is essential, alongside appropriate professional qualifications and registration with HCPC and/or AHCS.

In return we can offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and supported. As a Band 6 Audiologist, you will be encouraged to grow professionally, with access to tailored development opportunities in clinical leadership, service improvement, and management. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team committed to excellence, innovation, and continuous learning. We actively support career progression and will provide mentorship, training, and protected time to help you build new skills and contribute meaningfully to the department's strategic goals.

Main duties of the job

• Performance of PureTone Audiometry
• Performance of BoneConduction Audiometry
• Performance ofTympanometry and Acoustic Reflex
• Undertaking ear mouldimpressions
• Undertaking hearing aidand mould fittings
• Ensuring a highstandard of patient/client care including the cleanliness and stocking ofclinical areas
• Completing clinical audits
• Participating in UKAS IQIPS accreditation
• Use of the patientmanagement system
• Maintain and updateprofessional knowledge including new procedures and techniques
• Audiology stockordering ensuring correct levels are maintained and stock inventory correct.

About us

Express Diagnostics is a leading provider of audiology, respiratory & cardiac investigation services to General Practitioners, local hospitals, Clinical Research Organisations, and NHS Trusts.

With over 25 years of experience, Express Diagnostics offers high-quality clinical services and operates a state-of-the-art health clinic. The company is dedicated to providing the best quality service to patients, reducing waiting times, and ensuring accurate diagnosis and treatment.

We offer:

• A variety of flexible working options between the hours of 7am - 6pm Monday - Friday (Compressed hours available)
• Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development
• On-going support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
• Staff benefits including enhanced annual leave, company sick pay, death in service, bike to work schemes, matched pension contributions, paid breaks and free staff parking.

Job responsibilities

• Performance of Pure Tone Audiometry
• Performance of Bone Conduction Audiometry
• Performance of Tympanometry and Acoustic Reflex
• Undertaking ear mould impressions
• Undertaking hearing aid and mould fittings
• Participating in the UKAS IQIPS accreditation scheme
• Participating in the departmental audit schedule
• Ensuring a high standard of patient/client care including the cleanliness and stocking of clinical areas
• Use of the patient management system
• Maintain and update professional knowledge including new procedures and techniques
• Audiology stock ordering ensuring correct levels are maintained and stock inventory correct.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• . BSc (Hons) Audiology or equivalent
• . Registered Clinical Physiologist (Audiology)
• . HCPC registered Clinical Scientist
• . Evidence of training in specialist area
• . MSc in Audiology/ M level credits in general audiology/specialist areas

Experience

• Basic audiology training
• Minimum of post BSc clinical experience
• Experience with complex adult and paediatric patients
• Experience of communicating effectively
• Experience of training others
• Experience of service development and audit
• Specialist Paediatric testing VRA, ERA, knowledge of NHSP working

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.