Audiologist

Location Galway City
Job-type Temporary
Salary €37822 - €43227 per annum
Reference J343755
Date Published over 2 years ago


Locum Audiologist position available


THE OPPORTUNITY:
Locum Staff Grade Audiologist - Galway

ASAP start, 6 month contract initially


THE BACKGROUND:

At TTM Healthcare we are proud to have partnered with the HSE specialist service dedicated to and responsible for diagnosing problems with hearing, treating hearing loss, servicing and repairing hearing aids, giving advice regarding using assistive devices, and providing emotional support to adults or children experiencing hearing loss.

They have an available opportunity in Galway for an Audiologist with excellent experience, skills and knowledge, who display and deliver their passion for working in Audiology environments.

If you think the position is right for you, let's talk.


THE RESPONSIBILITIES:

The overall responsibility within this role will be to
• Provide the full range of routine diagnostic assessments (including electrophysiological assessment)
• Perform behavioral audiological assessments.
• Undertake assessment of hearing & auditory function in patients with appropriate selection of testing methods including, but not limited to:
i.Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA, soundfield, insert, bone conduction)
ii.Otoacoustic Emissions
iii.Evoked Response Testing (including ABR) in clinic and under anaesthetic, where appropriate.
iv.Performance/ Play Audiometry
v.Standard Pure Tone Audiometry
vi.Otoscopy
vii.Tympanometry
• Undertake the provision, prescription, fitting and management of hearing aids.
• Interpret the results of tests in light of medical history, the speech & language and developmental ability of the patient and support recommendations and reports to other health and educational professionals as necessary.
• Counsel patients and or carers on matters relating to hearing and balance impairment.
• Monitor hearing loss on an ongoing basis, where appropriate advising the patient, their parents and other professionals involved, of any changes.
• Organise onward referral, if necessary, and to work as appropriate with other professionals, including the Cochlear Implant Team, ENT Consultants, Visiting Teachers of the Deaf, Psychologists and Speech & Language Therapists.
• Prioritise referrals received as per the department policy.
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of processes to evaluate the effectiveness of audiology services and take responsibility to ensure that the service is reviewed according to best practice.
• Ensure that an audiology service to the highest international standards is provided.
• Contribute to the introduction and evaluation of new techniques, methods and equipment.
• Ensure that equipment and facilities used for clinical testing are in good working order and calibrated at appropriate Intervals.
• Maintain records of patients per HSE protocol and to participate in the maintenance of statistics.
• Ensure that all procedures used in the service are adequately documented and that this documentation is kept up to date.
• Manage and administer the resources available to the service in the most efficient and effective manner possible, and report on the usage of same.
• Contribute to the development of key performance indicators and monitor and report on same on a regular basis.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of evidence based procedures and protocols of the service.
• Actively participate and contribute to departmental audit and research projects.
• Assist during assessments/rehabilitation of adult patients with learning difficulties or special needs.
• Take ear impressions, selecting, fitting and modifying ear moulds as required.


THE REQUIREMENTS:

To be eligible for the role, you will need:

• A recognised qualification as an Audiologist.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environment.
• Professional approach to work.
• Flexibility in work practice.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Previous experience desirable but not essential.
• New Graduates will be considered.


THE REWARDS:
You will enjoy the following benefits:
• Market leading rates of pay
• Opportunity to work in an award-winning agency 2002-2018
• Continued personal & professional development
• The opportunity to gain additional experience working with the best employers in the market
• Access to our training department
• Exceptional trainings both internally and externally
• Flexible working hours
• Assistance and detailed review of CV content and format & interview technique if required
• Consultants with knowledge of employment procedures concerning agency workers and compliance to ensure you always receive the most up to date information

THE DETAILS:
Location:Galway
Job-Type:Temporary
Salary:€32,822 - €43,227 per annum


TTM Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer

THE CONTACT:

Katelyn 065 686 9300 Ext 106.







TTM Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer.