Senior Newborn Hearing Screener

Job summary

Are you an hearing screener with an advanced level of competence looking to move into a leadership role and to gain experience of supporting and managing a team to deliver the newborn hearing screen at Ashford and St Peters and The Royal Surrey County Hospitals.

We are looking for a motivated, conscientious individual with a flexible, adaptable approach to join our established team of screeners. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential preferably with experience of working with young babies and children and their families.

The post requires being able to work well as part of a team and also on your own initiative. You must be methodical and well organised and it is essential for you to be able to prioritise your own workload to ensure that all babies are screened. You must be able to remain calm when under pressure as you will be required to cover busy postnatal wards and clinics alone. Adaptable approach to role including administrative aspects is important. Every day is different.

Applicants must be educated to A level standard (or equivalent) as a minimal requirement, good computer skills and IT awareness are essential and deaf awareness would also be an advantage. You will use your organisation skills to effectively prioritise your day ensuring all babies are screened. Experience of working in the Newborn Hearing Screening Programme is essential

You will be required to travel, therefore a valid driving license and access to a vehicle would be desirable.

Main duties of the job

The WSY Newborn Hearing Screening service is carried out across 4 hospitals in the West Surrey areas.

Work as a member of the team participating in the hearing screening of newborn babies, under the supervision of the site lead. To gather and accurately record clinical and test data relevant to the screening process that meets national quality standards. This post involves direct handling of newborn babies and contact with parents. DBS clearance is required.

Line manages teams and provide support for all teams, providing 6-day cover as required in the absence of the management team.

The post is responsible for screening newborn babies born or resident in West Surrey ICB areas, covered by Ashford and St Peters and The Royal Surrey Hospitals. Babies will be screened in hospital and in designated community clinics. Post holder will work within West Surrey sector, based at either the Ashford and St Peters Hospital and The Royal Surrey County Hospital and covering community clinics at Woking and Ashford.

You will be the first point of contact for resolution or operational and local issues as they arise. Represent the Site Leads and NHSP managers in their absence

Oversee the staff rosters ensure sufficient coverage and shifts are submitted online.

Monitor the performance of the team and carry out yearly one-to-ones and competency assessments

About us

Developmentand staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashford and St Peters Hospitals

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashford and St Peters Hospitals

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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