Paediatric Audiologist

The Audiology Department at Musgrove Park Hospital is a well established, forward thinking service with a passion for high quality, patient centred care. Our team delivers a full range of adult and paediatric audiology services including vestibular assessment, BAHA, tinnitus management and learning disability clinics. We provide excellent opportunities for collaborative working, multidisciplinary learning, service development and professional growth. Our Paediatric Audiology team is known for its supportive, friendly working environment and a passionate commitment to delivering high quality care to children and their families. We are inviting expressions of interest from members of the Paediatric Audiology Team to support the delivery of diagnostic hearing assessments for newborn babies. The successful applicant will contribute to the assessment of noncomplex cases, primarily completing first and repeat ABR assessments for infants referred via the NHSP, paediatrics/medical teams, or occasionally primary care due to parental or professional concern. Main duties of the job

• Paediatric Diagnostic Hearing Assessments (6 months -- 18 years), including:
-Visual Reinforcement Audiometry -Play Audiometry -Pure Tone Audiometry -Objective testing: otoacoustic emissions, tympanometry, acoustic reflexes -Speech testing
• Paediatric Hearing Aid clinics (6 months -- 18 years)
-Hearing aid fittings, reviews and repairs -Verification via real ear measurements and real ear to coupler difference -Ear impressions for all ages -Aided testing and use of questionnaires for hearing aid validation
• Work in accordance with national recommended procedures and local clinical protocols.
• Deliver person centred, family focused care and support shared decision making
• Provide supervision and support to junior staff as required
• Contribute to MDT working, service improvement and clinical governance
• Provide clinic cover across the service where needed
About us At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, For full details, please refer to the attached job description. Main duties include
• Paediatric Diagnostic Hearing Assessments (6 months -- 18 years), including:
-Visual Reinforcement Audiometry -Play Audiometry -Pure Tone Audiometry -Objective testing: otoacoustic emissions, tympanometry, acoustic reflexes -Speech testing
• Paediatric Hearing Aid clinics (6 months -- 18 years)
-Hearing aid fittings, reviews and repairs -Verification via real ear measurements and real ear to coupler difference -Ear impressions for all ages -Aided testing and use of questionnaires for hearing aid validation
• Work in accordance with national recommended procedures and local clinical protocols.
• Deliver person centred, family focused care and support shared decision making
• Provide supervision and support to junior staff as required
• Contribute to MDT working, service improvement and clinical governance
• Provide clinic cover across the service where needed Job description
Job responsibilities For full details, please refer to the attached job description. Main duties include
• Paediatric Diagnostic Hearing Assessments (6 months -- 18 years), including:
-Visual Reinforcement Audiometry -Play Audiometry -Pure Tone Audiometry -Objective testing: otoacoustic emissions, tympanometry, acoustic reflexes -Speech testing
• Paediatric Hearing Aid clinics (6 months -- 18 years)
-Hearing aid fittings, reviews and repairs -Verification via real ear measurements and real ear to coupler difference -Ear impressions for all ages -Aided testing and use of questionnaires for hearing aid validation
• Work in accordance with national recommended procedures and local clinical protocols.
• Deliver person centred, family focused care and support shared decision making
• Provide supervision and support to junior staff as required
• Contribute to MDT working, service improvement and clinical governance
• Provide clinic cover across the service where needed
  
  -BSc (Hons) Audiology or equivalent qualification
• -Registration with HCPC or AHCS
• -Evidence of CPD and reflective practice
Desirable
• -HTS qualification
• -MSc in Audiology or equivalent postgraduate qualification
• -Leadership/management qualification
• -Membership of BAA and/or BSA
Experience Essential
• -Minimum 2 years' postgraduate NHS Audiology experience including paediatrics
• -Ability to independently perform a comprehensive range of paediatric assessments (6 months+)
• -Experience in fitting and verifying hearing aids for paediatric population
• -Experience supervising junior staff
Desirable
• -Project management involvement
• -Contribution to audit or research
• -Experience of MDT working
• -Experience with line management responsibilities
• -Experience in healthcare governance
• -Training/experience in complex assessments such as ABR, -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, families and colleagues
• -Ability to work effectively within a team
• -Adaptability and willingness to embrace change
• -Good organisational and time management skills
• -Strong problemsolving abilities
• -Strong self motivation and ability to manage conflicting clinical demands
• -Evidence of ongoing CPD and reflective practice
• -Relevant knowledge and skills appropriate to the role
• -Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and clinical governance in paediatric audiology
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
• -BSc (Hons) Audiology or equivalent qualification
• -Registration with HCPC or AHCS
• -Evidence of CPD and reflective practice
Desirable
• -HTS qualification
• -MSc in Audiology or equivalent postgraduate qualification
• -Leadership/management qualification
• -Membership of BAA and/or BSA
Experience Essential
• -Minimum 2 years' postgraduate NHS Audiology experience including paediatrics
• -Ability to independently perform a comprehensive range of paediatric assessments (6 months+)
• -Experience in fitting and verifying hearing aids for paediatric population
• -Experience supervising junior staff
Desirable
• -Project management involvement
• -Contribution to audit or research
• -Experience of MDT working
• -Experience with line management responsibilities
• -Experience in healthcare governance
• -Training/experience in complex assessments such as ABR, -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, families and colleagues
• -Ability to work effectively within a team
• -Adaptability and willingness to embrace change
• -Good organisational and time management skills
• -Strong problemsolving abilities
• -Strong self motivation and ability to manage conflicting clinical demands
• -Evidence of ongoing CPD and reflective practice
• -Relevant knowledge and skills appropriate to the role
• -Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and clinical governance in paediatric audiology
  
  Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.