Job summary
The purpose of this role is to work as a member of the team participating in the hearing screening of newborn babies, under the supervision of the Hearing Screening Manager.
The post holder will ensure all parents of eligible babies are offered the screen in a timely fashion and that the screen is carried out according to the national and local standards.
As a newborn hearing screener you will have direct handling of newborn babies and contact with parents. You will be required to perform hearing screens on newborn babies using automated equipment, record and collect data and liaise with parents and other professionals.
Main duties of the job
- The purpose of this role is work as a member of the team participating in the hearing screening of newborn babies, under the supervision of the Hearing Screening Co-ordinator.
- To gather and accurately record clinical and test data relevant to the screening process.
- This post will involve direct handling of newborn babies and contact with parents.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic level of general education
Desirable
- Health Screener (Newborn Hearing) Diploma L3, GCSE's/ NVQ
Experience
Essential
- Handling young babies
- Communicating with the public
Desirable
- Trained in Newborn Hearing Screening
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Basic computer skills or prepared to learn
- Flexibility in different situation
- Able to work in a methodical and conscientious way
- Ability to be able to work in a rota pattern
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic level of general education
Desirable
- Health Screener (Newborn Hearing) Diploma L3, GCSE's/ NVQ
Experience
Essential
- Handling young babies
- Communicating with the public
Desirable
- Trained in Newborn Hearing Screening
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Basic computer skills or prepared to learn
- Flexibility in different situation
- Able to work in a methodical and conscientious way
- Ability to be able to work in a rota pattern
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
