Apprentice Healthcare Science Associate (Audiology)
A Vacancy at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.
Would you like to have a career in Audiology and join a strong team of dedicated Audiology professionals? Do you have a passion for patient care?
The adult Audiology service at UHBW sees patients at both major hospitals in Bristol as well as at Weston-Super-Mare General and outreach sites across the city and beyond. Our service is looking to recruit an ambitious colleague to grow with the service.
This development role provides an excellent opportunity for a new career in a friendly and forward-thinking department. It is a great prospect for an individual wanting to gain further quality healthcare experience in a supportive environment.You will have the opportunity to enrol on and study a Level 4 Apprenticeship in Healthcare Science specialising in Audiology with allocated study time. Following the successful completion of the Level 4 Apprenticeship, there is a possible route to qualify as an Audiologist through the Level 6 Apprenticeship.
The post holder will deliver a competent level of patient care under the supervision and guidance of the Adult Audiology team. They will independently undertake repair clinics for clients with faulty hearing aids. They will assist in the administrative, technical and rehabilitative work of the hearing and balance services provided by the Audiology Department and be responsible for workroom and stock management.
**THIS VACANCY MAY CLOSE EARLY IF A HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED **
The post holder will have the opportunity to enrol on and study a level 4 Apprenticeship in Healthcare Science specialising in Audiology.
Main clinical duties include:- Undertake daily room and equipment preparation.
- Carry out reviews and repairs of hearing aid systems at repair/follow-up clinics. This would include otoscopic examination of the ears, impression taking, repairing/reprogramming/replacing NHS digital hearing aids whilst working to national and locally agreed operating procedures. Care will be provided under the guidance and supervision of qualified staff as needed.
- Responsible for stock control and the maintenance of adequate levels of consumables in designated areas of the department.
- To maintain accurate patient information records and test results using the departmental patient database.
- To ensure tools and equipment used are adequately maintained for the safety of patents and staff. To feedback any Health and Safety concerns to Audiology staff.
- Responsible for the timely ordering and receipting of stock using Trust Procurement software.
- Responsible for postal repairs, battery issues and general postal enquiries.
- Responsible for the management of the ATO inbox, including responding to patients requests and liaising with the wider Audiology team.
- Responsible for the coordination of ear mould dispatch and returns.
- Responsible for coordinating warranty and reconditioned hearing aid returns
UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to patients. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust, committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.
Join us and you can enjoy city living, be in the countryside or by the seaside, with easy access to all the South West offers. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
As an equal opportunities employer, actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to create a workforce that represents the diversity of our community and are committed to designing our services around the needs of patients and their loved ones.Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
This advert closes on Tuesday 4 Feb 2025