Job summary Modality LLP is a large-scale provider of NHS Outpatient Services, renowned for its innovative approach to delivering efficient pathways for patients requiring specialist care, leading to high-quality patient outcomes.
We work in LLP with a number of hospitals across the country to collaboratively redesign outpatient services with more care being delivered in community settings.We are lookingfor an experienced community Audiologist who have the skills, knowledge and experience to coordinate and provide holistic outpatient diagnostic audiology testing to patients.
The position will be primarily based in Hull, at West Hull Health Hub as well as Castle Hill Hospital.We are seeking dedicated postholders to join our team and who can display our CARE values: Commitment, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.This job is suitable for individuals have a passion for working in an agile manner ensuring a high-quality service is provided.
The postholder(s) will be committed to undertake any other duties commensurate with the role.As an employee with us you can benefit from:Enrolment to the NHS pension schemeAnnual leave minimum 27 days, plus 8 days bank holiday pro rataEmployee discounts and benefits schemeEmployee assistance programme (EAP)Education and career pathwaysEnhanced Family friendly policiesFlexible workingWellbeing support and initiative Main duties of the job Please refer to the supporting documents section to retrieve the JD detailing the core responsibilities of this role, duties will include but not be limited to the followingTo participate in hearing aid services for NHS and private patients, including:Assisting with assessment of new patients referred via GPSelection and fitting of appropriate hearing aids together with instruction to the patient or carers and advice on use.Follow-up visits to assess patients benefit and give further advice or training where required.Reassessment appointments to re-evaluate the needs of patients whose hearing has deteriorated and fit appropriate hearing aidsUndertaking walk-in repair clinics to deal with maintenance, repairs and advice to existing users.
About us Modality LLP is a provider of NHS community outpatient services within a number of regions across the UK.Our service offer and expertise include:Over 15 years of experience of delivering community outpatient servicesContracts with ICBs and hospital providersA diverse clinical workforce of consultants, GPs with extended roles, specialist nurses and allied health professionalsDelivery of over 120,000 patient consultations per yearDelivery of 1st consultations within a maximum of 4 weeks from referral from a choice of community locations, 7 days per weekModality LLP is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all our potential applicants in line with the Equality Act, 2010.
Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the supporting documents section to retrieve the JD detailing the core responsibilities of this role.You will love this job if you have a passion for patient care and for developing and delivering new and innovative patient pathwaysIf you feel this is the ideal career and looking for a daily challenge, we welcome an application for you to join our growing team of like-minded people.Please note: Modality LLP reserves the right to close this vacancy at any point during the recruitment stage.Pre-employmentVaccinationsAs part of recruitment to the Modality LLP, we will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks.
We will offer support to those who may be undecided about vaccinations.
Some vaccinations for certain roles are mandatory, and you will be asked to provide evidence of this where there is a mandatory requirement.Right to work checksAll applicants invited for interview will need to prove their right to work in the UK at the interview stage.ReferencesReferences must be secured prior to beginning employment, one must be your current or most recent employer.Employment historyYou must notify us of any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more.
Person Specification Experience Essential Previous experience working within the acute healthcare sector.
2 year post graduate experience.
Experience of customer care, including interacting with challenging customers and situations.
Qualifications Essential BSc Audiology or Post Graduate Diploma in Audiology or pre-2004, Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement (MPPM) B-TEC and British Association of Audiological Technicians (BAAT) part I & II, with training in Clinical Certificate of Competency.
Knowledge Essential Registered with the HCPC as a Clinical Scientist in Audiology or a Registered Hearing Aid Dispenser, or with the RCCP voluntary register.
Where the Governments MSC programme brings about changes to registration requirements, audiologists must be registered accordingly.
Evidence of appropriate and recognised training (including CPD) to conduct hearing assessments and rehabilitation, including the provision of patient education related to hearing loss and hearing aids.
Appropriate training, skills, and experience in objective measurements ( REM) of digital signal processing (DSP) hearing aids.
Proficient in the use of a PC, including the use of clinical software and systems.
Experience of working in a healthcare environment in a similar capacity, preferably within Primary or Secondary Care.
Personal Qualities Essential Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent organisation and multitasking skills required.
Excellent communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Motivated and enthusiastic.
Understanding on workload and shift management.
Caring approach to customer care.
Flexible can do attitude with a confident, friendly, and approachable manner.
Able to work autonomously and take direction and feedback.
To confidently deal with complex issues including effective negotiation and influencing skills and escalate to the appropriate person/forum accordingly.
Creative approach to work.
Willing to travel across the divisions nationally where required.
Skills Essential Has the ability to identify and solve problems, analyse, compare, and interpret complex information before reaching a judgement and making a decision.
Able to establish and maintain relationships within the healthcare team.
Communicates complex, sensitive information to patients, relatives, and carers.
Understands and overcomes barriers to communication including patients with multiple sensory impairments, special needs and learning disabilities.
Knowledge of alternative communication methods and tactics for dealing with hearing impaired people.