Newborn Hearing Screener

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

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Job summary

To work as part of the Newborn Hearing Screening team, screening all babies as early as possible either in hospital or as an outpatient.
To liaise with the Newborn Hearing Screening Local Manager, parents and other professionals in order to provide a seamless service.
To collate and accurately record test data both manually and electronically.

Main duties of the job

Newborn Hearing Screener.

The Newborn Hearing Screening Department (NHSP) aims to screen the hearing of all babies within the first few weeks of life. No formal qualifications are required but applicants must have a good general standard of education with a minimum GCSE Maths and English or equivalent. Good interpersonal skills and manual dexterity are also essential. The role involves working with a multi-disciplinary team who are responsible for the care and management of the newborn population across Buckinghamshire. All necessary training will be given.

The service is based at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, but applicants will be required to travel to outside clinics as needed. The service runs 365 days a year so applicants must be willing to work Weekends and Bank Holidays on a rotational basis.

About us

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Date posted

24 May 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

434-WC5278479

Job locations

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Rd

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

Good general standard of education. Minimum GCSE level A*- C in English and Maths plus 3 other subjects or equivalent
Must be willing to undertake the level 3 Diploma in Health Screening where applicable

Desirable

Knowledge of the Auditory System

EXPERIENCE

Essential

Previous experience of working with babies.

Desirable

Working with people in a caring setting

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

Competent IT skills with knowledge of word, excel and sound use of using the internet and web pages
Able to work as an effective member team member
Ability to communicate in English clearly and concisely with patients, carers and the multi-disciplinary team
Able to work carefully and accurately
Willing to adhere to protocols and guidelines
Awareness of own limitation
Knowledge of hearing issues in children
Aware of barriers to communication
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of the current legislation and national guidance relating to the new born hearing screening programme
Understanding of the safeguarding processes and child protection procedures

Desirable

Flexibility in work pattern

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

Able to work to a rota including weekends and bank holidays.
Ability to travel to outpatient clinics.
Full driving licence and use of a car

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

Good general standard of education. Minimum GCSE level A*- C in English and Maths plus 3 other subjects or equivalent
Must be willing to undertake the level 3 Diploma in Health Screening where applicable

Desirable

Knowledge of the Auditory System

EXPERIENCE

Essential

Previous experience of working with babies.

Desirable

Working with people in a caring setting

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

Competent IT skills with knowledge of word, excel and sound use of using the internet and web pages
Able to work as an effective member team member
Ability to communicate in English clearly and concisely with patients, carers and the multi-disciplinary team
Able to work carefully and accurately
Willing to adhere to protocols and guidelines
Awareness of own limitation
Knowledge of hearing issues in children
Aware of barriers to communication
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of the current legislation and national guidance relating to the new born hearing screening programme
Understanding of the safeguarding processes and child protection procedures

Desirable

Flexibility in work pattern

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

Able to work to a rota including weekends and bank holidays.
Ability to travel to outpatient clinics.
Full driving licence and use of a car

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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