Audiologist

Clinical and operational responsibilities Carrying out diagnostic hearing tests on adults and assist with children 3 years and over . Rehabilitation of the hard of hearing using digital hearing aids Real Ear Measurement (MHAS) Recording test results and accurate record keeping To support the department in audits and data collection To assist with the provision of BAHAs Assist with vestibular testing / ABRs Rehabilitation of the hard of hearing with digital hearing aids using MHAS protocols Take aural impressions for individual ear moulds Keep knowledge updated in the latest developments in this field Work to BSA professional guidelines Other duties chief audiologist / senior staff request Policy, Service, Organisational and Professional Responsibilities Patients are treated with dignity and respect at all times Provide help and advice to patients. Develop care plans for patients. Support any research projects undertaken by the department Assist with any students training within the department Trust policies are understood and adhered to Technical knowledge and modern practice is updated Prioritise and manage own workload Provides audits to improve patient services Ensures that all equipment is kept in good working order and within calibration date Adhere to National, professional and Trust health and safety regulation General Carry out Risk assessments as appropriate Deal with patients who become ill whilst attending the department with the support of other staff or the medical emergency team Key Working Relationships Internal External ENT Department Out Patients Transport Patients, relatives and carers, clinicians, nursing staff, matron, ward managers, general manager, service manager, AHP colleagues. Social Services, Sensory Teams, RNID, British Tinnitus Association, Representatives from equipment and Hearing Aid companies, Community Health, Health centres, Outreach clinics.