Newborn Hearing Screening Programme Local Manager

Job summary

The Newborn Hearing Screening Programme Local Manager is the operational lead for the Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust newborn hearing screening programme, reporting to the NHSP Team Leader. The post holder under guidance from the NHSP Team Leader takes professional andclinical responsibility for leading the Newborn Hearing Screening Programme, including the management and ongoing development of the Newborn Hearing Screening Team in accordancewith the policies of the National Newborn Hearing Screening Programme. The post-holder will be responsible for ensuring prompt and appropriate referrals to audiology from the service ensuring any delays are highlighted to the NHSP Team Leader.The post holder will support the clinical provision of the Newborn Hearing Screening Service within the Maternity service at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

Principle duties and responsibilities include:

Operational management of the hearing screening programme

Management and supervision of the hearing screening team

Maintaining the competency and continued professional development of the hearing screener team

Ensure data issues are appropriately managed and appropriate record keeping is maintained for the Newborn Hearing Screening Service.

Ensuring all equipment is managed and used in accordance with NHSP national guidance

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)