Audiologist Job - Band 5 and Band 6 - Midlands
Two jobs are open for Band 5 and Band 6 Audiologists in the Midlands. These positions are very central to the West Midlands region and can easily be reached by train or car. Should you be successful it would be to your benefit if you have a drivers license since you will have to cover a few outreach clinics as well.
I have a bit more details… some of it is so formally written that I’m worried it may put you off applying for these positions however, here we go:
1. Assisting in the day to day running of the Hearing Services Department within standards existing within the department.
2. To undertake a full range of basic diagnostic tests and rehabilitative audiology on adults, including the prescription and fitting of digital hearing aids following modernised techniques.
3. To assist senior audiologists in the performance of more advanced test procedures including:-
· Full range of paediatric testing on all ages of Children
· Objective test procedures including Evoked Response Audiometry and Vestibular Assessment
· Advanced tests of middle ear function.
4. Assist with any research and / or introduction of new techniques as may be necessary for the development of the Hearing Services Department.
5. To provide short-term cover for colleagues during periods of leave.
6. To attend outreach clinics as required.
7. To ensure that all Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all whom come into contact with services provided by the NHS Trust.
8. To comply with Health & Safety legislation, promoting high standards and acting immediately on hazards or unsafe practices in conjunction with other staff.
9. To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives.
10. To participate in appropriate training and development activities
11. To participate in team, professional and personal development activities and promote commitment to continuous development and improvement.
12. Ensure that all staff consciously review mistakes, complaints and incidents/near misses as well as successes to improve performance and the level of customer care.
13. To undertake any other duties as required in accordance with the grade and nature of the post.
14. Application closing date: end of January 2009
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