Role Description
As our Clinical Lead Audiologist, you'll be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of clinical practice, governance, and patient experience across our Audiology services.
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Provide expert clinical leadership across multiple Audiology sites nationwide
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Maintain clinical credibility through regular patient-facing clinical sessions
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Drive consistency, quality, and efficiency across services
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Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures, and best practice guidelines
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Work closely with operational teams and ENT colleagues to optimise patient pathways
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Support the development of new Audiology services and private healthcare opportunities
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Contribute to service specifications, contract mobilisation, and tender responses
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Lead clinical audit programmes and quality improvement initiatives
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Drive improvements in assessment and fitting performance and contractual KPIs
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Analyse service performance, incidents, complaints, and patient feedback to identify opportunities for improvement
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Ensure compliance with IQIPS standards and maintain accreditation across services
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Support investigations, risk management activities, and governance processes
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Contribute to quality reports and contract review meetings
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Develop and oversee clinical competency frameworks
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Lead competency assessments, training programmes, and ongoing professional development
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Support recruitment activities, including interviews and clinical assessments
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Mentor and coach clinicians to support career progression and service excellence
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Foster a positive culture of learning, engagement, and continuous improvement
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Deliver regular CPD sessions and educational programmes
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Promote reflective practice and evidence-based care
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Support the development of new services, including tinnitus, balance, and ear wax removal clinics
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Translate industry developments and best practice into operational improvements
Qualifications
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Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Audiological Science (or equivalent)
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BAA/BSA Part 1 and Part 2 qualification (or equivalent)
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Registered with RCCP, HCPC, BAA, or another relevant professional body
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Evidence of ongoing CPD and professional development
Requirements
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Significant post-qualification Audiology experience (5+ years)
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Proven experience providing clinical leadership within Audiology services
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Strong understanding of clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement processes
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Experience developing staff, conducting competency assessments, and supporting workforce development
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Knowledge of IQIPS accreditation requirements and quality frameworks
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Experience working within multidisciplinary healthcare environments
Benefits
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27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
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Generous company contribution pension scheme
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Private medical insurance options
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Life assurance
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Hybrid and flexible working opportunities
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Fantastic learning and development opportunities
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24/7 access to a dedicated well-being hub and an Employee Assistance Programme
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Enhanced parental leave
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Monthly award programme and online peer-to-peer recognition
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Long service recognition, with vouchers and additional annual leave
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Refer a friend bonus
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Discounts on InHealth’s healthcare services
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Smart tech, Cycle to Work and thousands of discounts and cashback options
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Paid-for professional memberships and more!