Job Summary
As an autonomous clinical practitioner an audiologist will undertake diagnostic hearing tests on adult and some paediatric patients both routine and complex cases. They will also provide a counselling and rehabilitative service to hearing aid users as well as prescribing and fitting suitable hearing aids. You will also help deliver a micro‑suction service for the Ear, nose and throat Department.
We would like you to have a BSc (or equivalent) in Audiology (or expecting to be qualified soon). You will need to be able to demonstrate that you undertake or have a relevant qualification to undertake ear care (micro‑suction). You should also be registered or be in the process of registering with the AHCS or HCPC.
Main Duties
* A Band 5 Audiologist will work autonomously to perform a broad range of clinical activities such as hearing assessments and hearing aid fittings on adults, setting realistic outcomes and helping to achieve their desired outcomes, all aspects of hearing aid care (repairs, advice and guidance on assistive technologies, telecare), diagnostic testing on older children and diagnostic testing on patients who are attending the ENT Department. They will also deliver a micro‑suction service for the ENT Department.
* A newly qualified member of staff will receive a period of preceptorship training/supervision. There will also be opportunity to work with specialist staff to broaden knowledge in specialist areas and procedures.
Responsibilities
* Communicate and work with colleagues, specialists, managers and patients, including presenting reports and using interpreters where needed.
* Triage referrals from GP, Audiology, ENT, Physiotherapy, and communicate booking requirements.
* Analyse and interpret patient history, interviews and testing to make clinical judgements, refer for further tests and develop management plans.
* Plan equipment requirements, maintain clinic lists and ensure timely delivery of equipment/stock.
* Develop individual management plans, keep accurate records, and attend meetings within the service.
* Perform manual tasks: fitting hearing aids, adjusting, taking impressions, calibrating equipment, performing otoscopy, and managing hearing aid repairs.
* Attend domiciliary visits and, where required, wards and attend in‑patients ear mould fittings.
* Maintain compliance with policies, guidelines, and support standards; ensure service meets efficient resource utilisation.
* Provide training to staff and maintain CPD, participate in audit and research projects.
Qualifications
* Full BSc in Audiology or equivalent (or due to qualify)
* Registered with AHCS or HCPC (or in process of applying)
* Member of BAA/BSA
* Experience in micro‑suction (qualification or experience)
Desirable
* Evidence of CPD activity
* Experience of working in an NHS setting
Knowledge and Experience
* IT literate and experience in managing several different patient management systems
* Proven experience in using a range of hearing aid software packages.
* Experience of working with the general public.
* Knowledge of test techniques and rehabilitation skills used in audiology.
Personal Requirements
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
* Ability to travel to locality clinics (car driver with full licence)
Salary and Contract
Band 5 salary: £31,049 to £37,796 per annum. Permanent contract, full‑time, part‑time, job share possible. Working pattern: full‑time, part‑time, job share. Reference number: 388‑7458649‑PC&S. Posted: 20 October 2025.
Location
Audiology Department, Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay, TQ2 7AA.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Contract
Job Function
Health Care Provider
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