Senior Paediatric Audiologist

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Conduct age-appropriate audiological assessments for children aged 6 months to 18 years using a range of behavioural and objective testing techniques.

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Lead Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA) clinics, accurately interpreting results and making informed clinical decisions.

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Undertake paediatric hearing aid fitting, verification and validation to ensure optimal hearing outcomes for children.

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Assess hearing needs and recommend appropriate management plans in line with local and national guidance.

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Communicate assessment outcomes, treatment plans and recommendations to parents, carers and families with empathy, clarity and sensitivity.

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Provide support and advice to patients, families and other healthcare professionals regarding hearing loss and hearing management.

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Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, child-centred care.

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Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records and documentation in line with professional and Trust standards.

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Contribute to the delivery of high-quality paediatric audiology services and support service development initiatives.

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Participate in continuing professional development activities and maintain clinical competencies.

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Provide support to adult audiology services as required, including hearing assessments, hearing aid fittings, repairs and ENT clinics.

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Contribute to quality improvement, audit and service evaluation activities within the department.

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Please note that this position is based within a clinical setting. Should your application be successful, you will be required to attend a face-to-face interview.

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey.Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and this role forms part of that new collaboration.

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