Lead Paediatric Audiologist – Community Diagnostic Clinics

The Methodist Church in Britain; Leicester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust is seeking a Community Paediatric Audiologist to lead diagnostic clinics for children aged 6 months to 19 years, using specialist behavioural techniques and advanced middle-ear tests. You will work autonomously within national and local protocols, maintain accurate electronic records, and participate in audits.

Travel across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is required, so a driving licence and vehicle access are essential.

Qualifications

• BSc in Audiology or equivalent qualification.
• HCPC registration as an audiologist.
• Recent postgraduate experience in paediatric hearing assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead diagnostic clinics and assess hearing of children 6 months to 19 years using specialist behavioural techniques and middle ear tests.
• Work autonomously within national and local protocols and be accountable for own work.
• Lead review clinics for children with confirmed hearing loss or risk factors, and decide on referral or monitoring.
• Apply highly specialist paediatric skills with very young children or those with complex needs.
• Participate in audit and research to develop clinical practice.
• Keep accurate, timely electronic records including referrals, in line with standards.
• Travel to healthcare settings across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Verbal & written communication

Sensitivity to children & families

Calm, methodical under pressure

Independent yet collaborative

Education

BSc in Audiology

Job description

The Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust is seeking a Community Paediatric Audiologist to lead diagnostic clinics for children aged 6 months to 19 years, using specialist behavioural techniques and advanced middle-ear tests. You will work autonomously within national and local protocols, maintain accurate electronic records, and participate in audits.

Travel across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is required, so a driving licence and vehicle access are essential.