Paediatric Audiologist - Weekdays - Hereford County Hospital inHereford inHereford PUBLISHED FRI 1 NOV 2024

We are looking for a paediatric Audiologist to support us in our insourcing clinics at Hereford County Hospital.

1. Under 4s this would include:

• VRAs insert or freefield
• insert or freefield performance testing
• Tympanometry
• Distraction testing (but this is rarely used)
• McCormick toy test or Manchester Picture test

1. 4-7s

• Headphone performance testing
• Tympanometry
• McCormick toy test or Manchester Picture test

1. 7-16

• PTA (play or button)
• Tympanometry

About us

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Paediatric Audiologist to join our team, specialising in hearing assessments for children aged 0-16. The ideal candidate will be skilled in various audiological evaluation techniques and committed to providing high-quality care to young patients and their families. Applicants must have a minimum of 1 years experience and must have used 'Auditbase' in previous roles

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive audiological assessments for children under 4 years, including Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA), tympanometry, and performance testing (insert or free-field).
• Perform headphone performance testing and tympanometry for children aged 4-7, utilising engaging assessment methods such as the McCormick Toy Test or Manchester Picture Test.
• Administer Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA) and tympanometry for children aged 7-16, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
• Interpret test results, develop individualised treatment plans, and provide recommendations for further intervention or referrals as necessary.
• Collaborate with families to explain assessment results and provide guidance on hearing health and management options.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of assessments and treatment plans in the Audiology database (Auditbase).
• Stay updated on best practices in paediatric audiology and participate in ongoing professional development.