Band 7 Clinical Scientist / Advanced Audiologist

Malvern Hills; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated audiologist to provide specialist clinical input to the Hearing Implant Programme. This role involves conducting assessments, programming cochlear implants, and making independent clinical decisions. The ideal candidate will contribute to a research-driven service and ensure effective communication with patients experiencing severe hearing loss. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential. If you are passionate about audiology and patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Expertise in clinical audiological input and cochlear implant programming.
• Ability to perform independent assessments and make clinical decisions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre- and post-operative assessments for cochlear implantation.
• Monitor CI patients and document their progress effectively.

Skills

Audiological assessments

Cochlear implant programming

Clinical decision-making

Communication with patients

Research-driven practices

Education

Master's in Audiology

Relevant clinical certifications

Job description

To provide specialist clinical scientific audiological input to the Hearing Implant Programme, including:

1. Pre- and post-operative assessments
2. Intra-operative monitoring
3. Programming of cochlear implants
4. Clinical decision-making regarding suitability for implantation and rehabilitation
5. Documentation of individual patients' progress

To contribute to a research-driven, evidence-based service, developing and implementing models of good practice outlined in the BCIG Quality Standards for Cochlear implantation.

To communicate effectively with patients with severe to profound hearing loss.

To perform assessments of hearing and speech perception in severe to profoundly deaf adults as part of the process of selection for cochlear implantation, with a high degree of independence.

To perform regular re-programming of sound processors and to make independent clinical decisions about programming options based upon knowledge of the patient, including different speech processing strategies.

To monitor performance of CI patients via independent selection and performance of measures of implant benefit post-operatively.

Undertake line management responsibilities and take a lead role within departmental research.

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do, and creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people.

We want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For staff with a disability, including physical disability, long-term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, we are committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.