Clinical Scientist/Advanced Healthcare Science Practitioner(Audiology)
| Posting date: | 13 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £43,742 - £50,056 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 June 2024 |
| Location: | Coventry, CV2 2DX |
| Company: | UHCW NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6264185/218-AHP-B7-6264185 |
Summary
A Vacancy at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.
Clinical Scientist / Advanced Healthcare Science Practitioner (Audiology) – Vestibular Focus preferred
Band 7 – Suitable for newly qualified Clinical Scientists
Full time, permanent
We’re looking for a Clinical Scientist / Advanced Audiologist with a special interest in vestibular testing to join our friendly audiology team.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a service that provides care for adults and children, and the role offers the chance to practice other aspects of audiology alongside its vestibular focus. We would welcome applications from those who specialise in other aspects of Audiology as we have a variety of specialists within our team. We’re also happy to support applications for STP equivalence via the Academy of Healthcare Science.
The role is perfectly suited for candidates looking to develop their leadership skills. It comes with a variety of responsibilities related to quality assurance, supervision and service development.
As an audiologist with a vestibular testing specialism, you’ll be responsible for vestibular assessment and rehabilitation in adults. You’ll also have the option to develop other clinical interests, including within our developing Bone Conduction Hearing Implant (BAHA) service.
The role may include line management responsibilities and will offer opportunities to develop and lead on innovative projects within the team. As a senior clinician, the successful candidate will be supported to develop their leadership skills through further training and professional development.
The post-holder will have specialist knowledge of a wide range of procedures and practices underpinned by practical experience, and knowledge maintained through professional registration and CPD activity. To apply, you should have NHS experience and a Masters-level qualification (or equivalent) in Audiology. You must also have HCPC or RCCP registration to be considered for this role.
If you’d like to discuss this opportunity or arrange an informal visit with us, please contact Ann-Marie Hawkins or Shameela Munir on 024 7696 6444.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence®designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
***The interview date for shortlisted applicants for this role is 18 June 2024.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
This advert closes on Monday 27 May 2024
Clinical Scientist / Advanced Healthcare Science Practitioner (Audiology) – Vestibular Focus preferred
Band 7 – Suitable for newly qualified Clinical Scientists
Full time, permanent
We’re looking for a Clinical Scientist / Advanced Audiologist with a special interest in vestibular testing to join our friendly audiology team.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a service that provides care for adults and children, and the role offers the chance to practice other aspects of audiology alongside its vestibular focus. We would welcome applications from those who specialise in other aspects of Audiology as we have a variety of specialists within our team. We’re also happy to support applications for STP equivalence via the Academy of Healthcare Science.
The role is perfectly suited for candidates looking to develop their leadership skills. It comes with a variety of responsibilities related to quality assurance, supervision and service development.
As an audiologist with a vestibular testing specialism, you’ll be responsible for vestibular assessment and rehabilitation in adults. You’ll also have the option to develop other clinical interests, including within our developing Bone Conduction Hearing Implant (BAHA) service.
The role may include line management responsibilities and will offer opportunities to develop and lead on innovative projects within the team. As a senior clinician, the successful candidate will be supported to develop their leadership skills through further training and professional development.
The post-holder will have specialist knowledge of a wide range of procedures and practices underpinned by practical experience, and knowledge maintained through professional registration and CPD activity. To apply, you should have NHS experience and a Masters-level qualification (or equivalent) in Audiology. You must also have HCPC or RCCP registration to be considered for this role.
If you’d like to discuss this opportunity or arrange an informal visit with us, please contact Ann-Marie Hawkins or Shameela Munir on 024 7696 6444.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence®designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
***The interview date for shortlisted applicants for this role is 18 June 2024.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
This advert closes on Monday 27 May 2024