Band 7 Clinical Lead Audiologist

Express Diagnostics; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Plymouth is looking for a Band 7 Clinical Lead Audiologist to lead its Audiology service. The role involves strategic oversight, clinical leadership, and a commitment to service development. The ideal candidate should have qualifications in Audiology and experience with diverse patient needs. The company offers professional growth opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Enhanced annual leave

Company sick pay

Death in service benefits

Bike to work scheme

Matched pension contributions

Free staff parking

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong commitment to service development and continuous improvement.
• High standard of literacy and numeracy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Active involvement in maintaining accreditation standards under IQIPS.
• Line management and professional development of audiology staff.
• Updating and developing policies and SOPs in line with national guidance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Commitment to service development

Continuous improvement

Education

BSc (Hons) Audiology or equivalent

Registered Clinical Physiologist (Audiology)

HCPC registered Clinical Scientist

Job description

We are in an exciting phase of growth and are pleased to offer a new post for a Band 7 Clinical Lead Audiologist who will be responsible for leading the Audiology service at Express Diagnostics. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced clinician looking to develop their career within a clinical leadership and managerial role.

This role includes strategic oversight of the audiology department, clinical leadership, and active involvement in the preparation and maintenance of accreditation standards under the Improving Quality in Physiological Services (IQIPS) framework with UKAS.

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 the Lead 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

1. Active involvement in the preparation and maintenance of accreditation standards under the Improving Quality in Physiological Services (IQIPS) framework with UKAS

2. Line management, peer review and professional development of audiology department staff

3. Updating and developing policies and SOPs in line with national guidance

4. Developing and implementing a clinical audit schedule

5. Working with the Senior Leadership Team to identify and develop commercial relationships and service development opportunities

6. Performance of PureTone Audiometry.

7. Performance of BoneConduction Audiometry.

8. Performance ofTympanometry and Acoustic Reflex.

9. Undertaking ear mouldimpressions.

10. Undertaking hearing aidand mould fittings.

11. Ensuring a highstandard of patient/client care including the cleanliness and stocking ofclinical areas

12. Use of the patientmanagement system

13. Maintain and updateprofessional knowledge including new procedures and techniques

14. 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, free staff parking. etc.

Job responsibilities

1. Active involvement in the preparation and maintenance of accreditation standards under the Improving Quality in Physiological Services (IQIPS) framework with UKAS

2. Line management, peer review and professional development of audiology department staff

3. Updating and developing policies and SOPs in line with national guidance

4. Developing and implementing a clinical audit schedule

5. Working with the Senior Leadership Team to identify and develop commercial relationships and service development opportunities

6. Performance of Pure Tone Audiometry.

7. Performance of Bone Conduction Audiometry.

8. Performance of Tympanometry and Acoustic Reflex.

9. Undertaking ear mould impressions.

10. Undertaking hearing aid and mould fittings.

11. Ensuring a high standard of patient/client care including the cleanliness and stocking of clinical areas

12. Use of the patient management system

13. Maintain and update professional knowledge including new procedures and techniques

14. 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.