Location: Ashford, Kent
Contract: Locum, 3-month minimum, Full-time
Hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
Job Overview:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Paediatric Audiologist to join our dynamic team in Ashford, Kent. We are looking for a skilled, enthusiastic and motivated individual to deliver high-quality paediatric audiology services as part of our comprehensive care provision.
You will play a vital role in providing diagnostic audiology assessments, rehabilitation, and ongoing support to children and young people with hearing concerns. This position offers excellent exposure to a diverse caseload and a supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
*Conducting a range of audiological assessments for children, including diagnostic hearing tests, tympanometry, and auditory brainstem response (ABR) testing.
*Providing recommendations for hearing aids and rehabilitation services for children.
*Supporting the development of care plans and treatment options in conjunction with other healthcare professionals.
*Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of patient assessments, care plans, and outcomes in line with professional standards.
*Working closely with parents, carers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards of patient care and a holistic approach to management.
*Participating in audit and quality improvement projects to enhance service delivery.
Essential Criteria:
*HCPC registered Audiologist (or equivalent).
*Previous experience in paediatric audiology, including hearing assessments and rehabilitation.
*Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
*Ability to work autonomously and manage a busy caseload.
*Demonstrable knowledge of current paediatric audiology practices and guidelines.
Desirable Criteria:
*Experience in working within a multidisciplinary safeguarding environment.
*Additional post-graduate qualifications in paediatric audiology or related fields.
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