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Audiology Department, Woodend Hospital Aberdeen
Audiologist - NHS Grampian
AFC6 - Salary £37,831-£46,100
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a well motivated Audiologist to work providing Audiology Services within the Grampian region. The post-holder will be based in Aberdeen but shall also participate in peripheral clinics throughout Grampian.
The department has a friendly team of committed Audiologists with a wide range of responsibilities covering the entirety of Audiological provision to adults and children throughout Grampian. The clinical services provided include neonatal screening, paediatric assessment and re-habilitation, as well as adult assessment and re-habilitation. Other services provided include clinics for Adults with a Learning Disability, BAHA, Hearing Therapy for complex cases, Tinnitus and Hyperacusis clinics, as well as Vestibular Assessment and Rehabilitation.
The successful applicant will be expected to deliver effective care and would also have scope to develop skills and services, in areas that are of particular interest to them. The post will have a strong emphasis towards tinnitus and hyperacusis practice, therefore clinical experience in these areas would be a desirable attribute. The department also has various teaching commitments including regularly having Audiology students on placements.
This area of Scotland is particularly rich in natural beauty with numerous opportunities for outdoor recreational activities. Aberdeen has excellent transport links to the rest of the UK and beyond.
For any queries regarding the job, please contact Mark Mitchell, Head of
Audiology on 01224 556490. E-Mail mark.mitchell@nhs.scot or Hannah Watt, Adult Audiology Clinical Lead. E-Mail hannah.watt2@nhs.scot
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.