Principal Audiologist - Tengah General and Community Hospital

About the role

National University Health System (NUHS) is recruiting a Principal Audiologist for the new Tengah General and Community Hospital, which will be built in Tengah Evergreen Town and open in the early 2030s. The role contributes to planning the Audiology services of the hospital, including space, design, workflow and manpower, and involves mentoring junior staff.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to planning of Audiology services, covering space, design, workflow and manpower considerations.
• Collaborate with clinical, allied health, operational and administrative stakeholders on the planning of Audiology services.
• Mentor and coach junior staff to develop and enhance their careers within the organization.
• Assess and manage patients referred for audiology independently, implementing appropriate treatment plans using specialised audiology knowledge and skills.
• Perform at least one specialized audiology service independently, such as paediatric audiology, electrophysiological assessment, ear implant management, vestibular assessment or basic tinnitus assessment and management.
• Document patient clinical assessments accurately in audiology records.
• Network strategically with healthcare practitioners in NUHS and comply with clinical and service standards.
• Assist with administrative duties as tasked.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Audiology (Honours); a Master's in Audiology and a PhD in Audiology are optional.
• Preferred: CCC-A/CCP/CAC registration or certification as a registered audiologist (in another country or with the Society of Audiology Professionals Singapore).
• Preferred: minimum 8 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a medical institution or hospital.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, prioritise workload, and be well organised and multi-task.
• Strong analytical, communication, written and presentation skills; team-oriented with initiative and independence.
• Proactive attitude and strong interpersonal skills with stakeholders.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Specialised audiology services such as paediatric audiology, electrophysiological assessment, ear implant management, vestibular assessment and tinnitus assessment.