Audiology Team Volunteer (Forth Valley)
Support patients and staff in a hospital setting while learning practical new skills. Help people maintain their hearing aids and feel more confident in managing their hearing.
Volunteer with the Audiology team through the Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme (RSVP) and make a practical difference in your local hospital. Based within NHS Forth Valley services, you will support patients, staff and visitors while developing hands-on skills in a supportive environment.
In this role, you will help maintain hearing aids by replacing tubing and offer basic support and guidance to hearing aid users. It is a great opportunity if you enjoy working with people and want to build confidence in a healthcare setting.
You do not need any previous experience or to be a hearing aid user. Full training and ongoing support will be provided, so you feel confident in your role from the start.
- Maintain hearing aids
- Offer support and advice to hearing aid users
- Work alongside an experienced volunteer
- To become a member of the PVG scheme (Protection of Vulnerable groups)
- Friendly and welcoming manner
- Good people and communication skills
- Respect for patient confidentiality
- Ability to commit to a regular session
As a volunteer, you will receive:
- Full training programme and on-going help and support
- Volunteer badge and uniform
- Travel expenses if requested and agreed
Find out more about RSVP Forth Valley
RSVP (Forth Valley)
RSVP Forth Valley supports people aged 50+ to stay active, connected and make a difference through volunteering. It helps reduce isolation and improve health and wellbeing while benefiting local…
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