Audiologist Clinical Specialist

Audiologist Clinical Specialist

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of this post is to provide a pivotal role in the co-ordination and delivery of Audiology activities within CHI. In particular, the post holder (under the guidance of the CHI Audiology Professional Lead) will be responsible for maintaining, overseeing and developing all aspects of the CHI Bone Conduction Hearing Implant (BCHI) service.

Essentilal Criteria:

Candidates must have at the latest date of application: -

1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc

(A)

(i) Hold the two-year full-time MSc in Audiology awarded by the National University of Ireland, University College Cork at Level 9 on the Quality and Qualifications of Ireland (QQI) framework, which includes a licence to practice clinical audiology in Ireland

OR

(ii) Hold an equivalent qualification in Audiology awarded in another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health (An Roinn Slainte) (See Note 1* below).

OR

(B)

Hold the BSc (Hons) in Audiology awarded by Athlone Institute of Technology awarded in 2016 only, at Level 8 on the Quality and Qualifications of Ireland (QQI) framework.

OR

(C)

Candidates currently working as an Audiologist or Audiological Scientist within the Irish Health System must hold:

(a) a qualification equivalent to (A) above

OR

(b) The British Association of Audiologists Examinations Parts 1 & 2 (or its predecessor)

OR

(c) A qualification equivalent to (C) (a) or (b).

AND

(D) Candidates must provide evidence of audiological competence relevant to the scope of practice required for the role. (See Note 2* below).

AND

(E) Candidates who did not complete the required studies through the medium of English must demonstrate their proficiency in the English language through the submission of certification from the International English Language Testing System [IES TS]. An overall score of 7.00 is required with a minimum of Reading 6.5, Writing 7, Listening 6.5, and Speaking 7.

AND

(F) Candidates must have 5 years’ full time (or equivalent) years post qualification paediatric clinical experience to include:

· Independently leading, interpreting the results of and reporting on Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA)

· Independently programming, fitting and reviewing patients with BCHI’s

AND

(G) Candidates must demonstrate achievement in the areas of clinical audit, quality improvement initiatives, practice development, teaching and research.

AND

(H) Candidates must possess the requisite audiological competency, professional knowledge experience, and ability (including a high standard of suitability and administrative ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.

*Note 1 In addition to this requirement, documentation should be provided to indicate that the qualification entitles the candidate to practise as an audiologist in the country where they qualified

*Note 2 Certified evidence of clinical competency may take the form of formal certification (e.g. CCC, CAC etc) or formal written statements from reliable clinical or academic sources confirming competence in one or more areas of practice.

How to Apply & Informal Enquiries

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Thursday,5th February 2026 by 23:45 pm IRISH TIME. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

Late applications after closing date won’t be considered!

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact [For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Martin Cromb, Audiology Professional Lead, at Martin.Cromb@childrenshealthireland.ie

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Victoria Gsamelova Victoria.Gsamelova@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information only.

• April 13th ( Internal Only)
• May 11th
• June 8th