Clinical Scientist (Audiology)/Paediatric Audiologist

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a paediatric audiologist to join their dynamic team at the Children’s Hearing Centre in Bristol. The role focuses on delivering high-quality audiological care to children and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic professional passionate about paediatric audiology.
• Experience in delivering expert audiological assessments.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert audiological assessments and interventions.
• Provide compassionate and patient-centred care.
• Contribute to quality assurance and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical Excellence

Patient-centred Care

Team Collaboration

Education

Relevant Health Professional Qualification

Job description

Are you looking for a new, exciting role in paediatric audiology?

Would you like to work in a friendly, forward-thinking, high-performing team?

Do you want to work in a vibrant city?

If yes, yes, and yes, we are looking for an enthusiastic professional who is passionate about paediatric audiology.

The role is based within the paediatric audiology team at Children’s Hearing Centre (CHC). The team consists of assistant audiologists, paediatric audiologists, and clinical scientists. We provide diagnosis, treatment planning, and hearing aid fitting for babies and children of all ages. There is close liaison with the Newborn Hearing Screening Programme, Paediatric ENT, Sensory Support Service, and the Hearing Implant Programme.

The post holder will be based at St Michael’s Hospital, Bristol.

Previous applicants need not apply. This vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Excellence: Deliver expert audiological assessments and interventions to patients, with a focus on maintaining clinical excellence. Stay updated on the latest advancements in audiology to ensure the application of evidence-based practices.
• Patient-centred Care: Provide compassionate and patient-centred care, ensuring effective communication and collaboration with children and their families.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the audiology team, supporting a positive team culture. Provide guidance to less experienced staff and contribute to the professional development of the team.
• Quality Assurance: Contribute to the maintenance of high-quality audiological services by adhering to standards and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Engage in audits and implement improvements based on best practices.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a workforce of over 13,000 staff across 10 sites, serving more than 500,000 people in South West England. UHBW has been rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and is committed to excellent patient care, innovation, and research. Our hospitals are located in Bristol and Weston, offering a vibrant city life close to countryside and seaside. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer, we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the local community.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Joannie O'Connell
• Job Title: Head of Paediatric Audiology
• Email: joannie.o'[e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]