Band 7 Locum Paediatric Audiologist - Worcester

Job Title: Locum Paediatric Audiologist
Banding: 7
Rate: £30 - £34 per hour
Location: Worcester
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:30

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We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Paediatric Audiologist to join Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust for a 6-month contract. This role provides the opportunity to work within a countywide service, delivering high-quality audiology care to children across various settings. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Band 6 paediatric audiologist, along with a specialist master's-level module in paediatric audiology. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in paediatric care within a dynamic NHS environment.

Responsibilities:
As a Locum Paediatric Audiologist, you will be responsible for providing a wide range of audiological services, including hearing assessments, diagnostic testing, and fitting and managing hearing aids for paediatric patients. You will also assist in identifying and managing hearing disorders, ensuring timely and accurate intervention. You will be expected to work closely with families, providing education and advice on hearing loss and other related conditions. Additionally, you will contribute to audits and maintain accurate patient records, using clinical systems like Auditbase to support efficient service delivery.

Qualifications and Experience:
Essential:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Band 6 Paediatric Audiologist.
• Specialist master's-level module in Paediatric Audiology.
• Professional registration with the AHCS or HCPC.

Desirable:

• HTS certificate in Paediatric Audiology (6 months+).
• Knowledge of Auditbase system.

Please note: We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organization (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.