Overview
As a Senior Paediatric Audiologist, you will deliver diagnostic and habilitation services for neonates and children within our Paediatric Audiology Service, in collaboration with Adult Audiology and the Newborn Hearing Screening Programme. You will supervise, train and mentor STP trainees and junior staff while maintaining professional development and contributing to quality assurance and accreditation. You will work in a busy clinical environment with a patient-centered approach and drive service development. This role offers meaningful impact in improving outcomes for children with hearing loss and their families.
Pay / Benefits
- career development
- flexible working
- wellbeing
- staff recognition scheme
- Cycle to Work
- car lease schemes
Responsibilities
- Provide diagnostic audiological assessments for neonates and children in hospital and community settings, including those with additional needs
- Deliver aural habilitation and counselling to families, guiding treatment decisions
- Assist in daily running of the Paediatric Audiology Service and uphold health and safety standards
- Supervise and mentor trainees and assistant audiologists; support education and professional exams
- Maintain ongoing CPD and contribute to IQIPS accreditation and quality assurance programmes
Key requirements
- BSc in Clinical Audiology or equivalent qualification and knowledge
- HCPC registration (Clinical Physiologist in Audiology) with RCCP or equivalent
- Experience of working with children; knowledge of child development; knowledge of audit and research; evidence of CPD
- Desirable: membership of BAA or BSA; experience of community settings; teaching skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Tact, empathy and motivation in daily communication
- Ability to remain calm, organized and adaptable in busy environments
- Diagnostic audiological assessment of neonates and children
- Aural habilitation and hearing aid fitting for paediatric users
- Interpreting test results and applying findings to treatment
Senior Paediatric Audiologist in London employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
