Job summary We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Scientist to join our dynamic Audiology team across St Michael's Hospital and Southmead Hospital in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a forward-thinking service that delivers high-quality care to patients with complex auditory needs. As a Band 7 Clinical Scientist, you will play a key role in providing advanced diagnostic and rehabilitative audiology services, supporting clinical decision-making, and contributing to service development. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient-centred care and uphold the highest standards of clinical practice. Final year/recent STP Graduates are encouraged to apply. Previous applicants need not apply. Main duties of the job Deliver specialist audiological assessments and interventions for adults and children with complex hearing needs. Provide expert advice and support to clinical colleagues and trainees. Contribute to research, audit, and quality improvement initiatives within the department. Assist in the development and implementation of evidence-based protocols and guidelines. Participate in teaching and training activities for staff and students. About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. 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 recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge. Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential oGood knowledge base in all aspects of Adult Audiology oExperience in autonomously performing diagnostic audiovestibular investigations including creating management plans (calorics, vHIT, cVEMP) Desirable oMinimum of 2 years relevant post qualification experience oExperience of teaching/training of staff oExperience performing objective audiological assessments such as corticals, ABR, OAEs oExperience of running a balance rehabilitation clinic oExperience testing and treating BPPV (eg Epley and BBQ roll) oExperience contributing to research/audit Skills and Abilities Essential oAbility to communicate complex scientific information both oral and written oAn advanced level of clinical skills and knowledge of Audiological conditions and treatments oAnalytical skills to be able to interpret and compare a range of options for problem solving oAbility to Prioritise oGood Time Management skills Qualifications and Training Essential Registered Clinical Health Professional i.e., AHCS or HCPC oSTP Neurosensory science (Audiology) or MSc Audiology plus Certificate of Audiological Competence (CAC)/ HTS modules or can demonstrate evidence of development of knowledge and skills to this level oRecognised training in areas of vestibular investigation and rehabilitation including certificates in the practical assessments for DAV Aptitudes Essential oAbility to work effectively and methodically and as part of a team Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential oGood knowledge base in all aspects of Adult Audiology oExperience in autonomously performing diagnostic audiovestibular investigations including creating management plans (calorics, vHIT, cVEMP) Desirable oMinimum of 2 years relevant post qualification experience oExperience of teaching/training of staff oExperience performing objective audiological assessments such as corticals, ABR, OAEs oExperience of running a balance rehabilitation clinic oExperience testing and treating BPPV (eg Epley and BBQ roll) oExperience contributing to research/audit Skills and Abilities Essential oAbility to communicate complex scientific information both oral and written oAn advanced level of clinical skills and knowledge of Audiological conditions and treatments oAnalytical skills to be able to interpret and compare a range of options for problem solving oAbility to Prioritise oGood Time Management skills Qualifications and Training Essential Registered Clinical Health Professional i.e., AHCS or HCPC oSTP Neurosensory science (Audiology) or MSc Audiology plus Certificate of Audiological Competence (CAC)/ HTS modules or can demonstrate evidence of development of knowledge and skills to this level oRecognised training in areas of vestibular investigation and rehabilitation including certificates in the practical assessments for DAV Aptitudes Essential oAbility to work effectively and methodically and as part of a team Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) Address St Michaels Hospital, Level B Southwell Street Bristol BS2 8EG United Kingdom Employer's website