Senior Audiologist, Paediatrics in Pontyclun

Job summary

The post holder would be expected to undertake a wide range audiological investigations, which may be of a specialist nature on adults, children and babies. Additionally, to plan and deliver complex audiological and rehabilitative treatments on adult patients who have hearing impairments and that may have complex additional needs i.e. patients who have mental health problems, disabilities and tinnitus. This post is fixed term/secondment for 6 months to cover maternity leave. Anyone wishing to apply for the post as a secondment must seek approval from their Line Manager before applying.

Main duties of the job

• Hearing aid fitting and verification to fit digital hearing aids and perform real ear measurements on school age children with a high degree of accuracy and dexterity.
• See direct access paediatric assessment where medical involvement is not required.
• Perform ear examinations.
• Complete outcome measures or other quality of life questionnaires.
• Contribute to day-to-day departmental management.

The post holder will carry out any other duties that are deemed appropriate for this banding to support the efficient running of the Audiology Department.

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable

Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short‑list and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If you're comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person‑centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our 'Croeso Candidate' booklet below for more information.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team‑oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or view in Trac.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Audiology from an accredited University or possess equivalent qualifications, skills and knowledge. Be registered with an appropriate registration body. In depth knowledge and experience of assessment techniques and rehabilitation programmes. In depth knowledge of assessment, diagnosis and rehabilitation. Knowledge and skills of assessment tools relevant to audiological diagnosis.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Paediatric and Adult standards.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly with hearing impaired people of all ages and their families. Skills in assessment and rehabilitation of patients with deafness. Diagnostic skills. Ability to work alone. Computer literate.

Desirable

• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in Audiology.

Desirable

• Experience in Paediatric Audiology.

Additional

Essential

• Flexibility to the service. Able to prioritise own tasks and workload. Ability to adapt to changing circumstances. Ability to travel between UHB sites and locations in a timely manner.

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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).