Job Description
Audiologist / Hearing Aid Dispenser
Location: Multi Site Clinical team covering areas like Nairn, Inverness and Keith
Salary: Competitive base salary (circa £35,000 Per Annum, dependent on experience). £5,000 car allowance. Uncapped commission (OTE £85,000-£100,000 Per Annum+)
Who we are looking
We are seeking a qualified and patient-focused Audiologist / Hearing Aid Dispenser to join a well-established, multi-site clinical team. This is a primarily clinic-based role offering the opportunity to deliver high-quality audiological care within a supportive and collaborative environment.
You will take full ownership of the patient journey, from initial assessment through to fitting and long-term aftercare, working closely with optical colleagues and front-of-house teams to deliver a seamless patient experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive hearing assessments and diagnostic testing.
- Perform ear examinations and ear health checks.
- Provide hearing aid consultations, fittings, and programming.
- Deliver ongoing aftercare, servicing, and patient rehabilitation.
- Carry out microsuction wax removal (training provided if required).
- Manage clinic diaries and appointment schedules.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and patient documentation.
- Liaise with hearing aid manufacturers and suppliers.
- Support stock management and equipment maintenance.
Patient Journey
- Patients typically enter via an optical screening/referral pathway
- Full ownership of care from:
- Assessment (60 mins)
- Health checks (30 mins)
- Fittings (60 mins)
- Follow-ups (40 mins)
- Supported by an internal marketing function and strong patient flow
Service Offering
- Hearing assessments & screening
- Microsuction wax removal (gold standard)
- Hearing aid consultation & fitting
- Ongoing aftercare and servicing
- Up to 5-year warranties and 60-day guarantee
Hearsmart Appointment
- Combined ear health check and wax removal
- HD visualisation for patient education
- Optional hearing screening
Pricing Structure:
- £70 (both ears)
- £50 (one ear)
- £25 consultation (if no wax present)
Hearing Aid Portfolio:
- Invisible titanium devices
- Rechargeable solutions
- App-connected technology
Price Bands:
- Bronze: £1,495+
- Silver: £2,795+
- Gold: £3,195+
- Platinum: £3,695+
Working Environment
- Clinic-based role across key locations (including Nairn, Inverness, and Keith).
- Part of a wider network of 42 practices and 350 staff.
- Strong collaboration between optical and audiology teams
- Optical teams assist with screening and minor repairs
- Front-of-house manages 80% of administrative workload.
Systems & Equipment
- Otometrics
- Oracle
- NOAH & Optix
- Access to leading hearing aid manufacturers:
- Oticon
- Sonova (Phonak / Unitron)
- Starkey
- Resound
Candidate Requirements
- RHAD qualification or BSc in Audiology.
- Open to both NHS and private sector backgrounds.
- Newly qualified candidates welcome.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Willingness to travel between clinic locations.
Key Competencies
- Strong clinical expertise and attention to detail.
- Patient-first, ethical approach to care.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinic environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Collaborative mindset within a multidisciplinary team.
Salary & Benefits Compensation
- Competitive base salary (circa £35,000, dependent on experience).
- £5,000 car allowance.
- Uncapped commission (OTE £85,000-£100,000+).
Benefits
- 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Enhanced sick pay
- Pension scheme
- Staff discounts:
- 2 fully funded optical vouchers per year
- 6 family vouchers (50% off)
- Hearing aid discounts for staff and family
- Access to employee benefits platform
Additional Information
- Typical working hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am -17:00pm
- Strong focus on CPD and ongoing training.
- Access to modern equipment and established patient base.
- Structured clinical templates and appointment times.
Culture & Values
- Patient-first care.
- Clinical excellence.
- Continuous professional development.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Ideal candidates will be
- Clinically confident and patient-centric.
- Strong communicators.
- Not sales-driven, with a focus on ethical care.
- Aligned with a modern, professional clinical culture.