Newborn Hearing Screener

Homerton University Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in London is seeking a Newborn Hearing Screener to join their busy team. In this role, you will ensure the hearing screening of newborns, particularly those in special care. Applicants must have experience handling infants, strong interpersonal skills, and a willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends. The position requires a commitment to professional development and the ability to work under pressure.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Flexible working options

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience with babies 0 - 3 months old in a hospital or nursery setting.
• Demonstrable experience of maintaining accurate records.
• Proven communication skills with the general public.

Responsibilities

• Carry out hearing screening on babies in various settings.
• Ensure accurate recording and quality of patient data.
• Perform administrative tasks associated with patient journeys.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic computing skills

Ability to work under pressure

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

GCSE passes in English and Maths

NNEB/BTEC/NVQ in childcare

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Newborn Hearing Screening Programme (NHSP) is seeking highly enthusiastic, organised and methodical individuals to join our very busy and thriving screening team.

• This post is based at Homerton Healthcare and at outpatient clinics within Hackney and the City.
• As a newborn hearing screener, you will work primarily with mothers and their newborn babies (0-7 days old) including premature babies and those that need Special and Intensive Care. Therefore, experience of handling babies is essential and working with children and families would be desirable.
• You will be expected to work under pressure and prioritise heavy workloads at all times.
• Experience of working in a hospital environment would be an added advantage.

You will need to be able to meet the following requirements to be considered for this very interesting and rewarding position:

• Interpersonal and basic computing skills.
• Willingness to learn, develop and excel in the skill of screening babies.
• Travelling to outpatient clinics within Hackney will be required.
• Must be flexible with start and finish times and work on weekends and bank holidays in line with service needs.
• If you do not have an OSCE/ECA certification in Newborn Hearing Screening, you would need to commit to obtaining a Level 3 Health Screener Diploma within 18 months (fully paid for by the service).

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will act under the leadership and management of the NHSP Local Manager and be responsible for carrying out hearing screening on babies in both inpatient and outpatient settings as required.
• The post holder will also have shared responsibility in ensuring the recording, collection and data quality of all patient data for the service.
• The post holder will carry out the necessary administrative tasks associated with the patient journey.
• The post holder will be expected to work as part of a team, altering working patterns to accommodate the changing needs of the service, across 7 days a week, 365 days a year with regular working during weekends (Saturdays and Sundays), bank and public holidays including on Christmas day.

Working for our organisation

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Person specification

Education

• GCSE passes (A-C) English and Maths or equivalent
• NNEB/BTEC/NVQ in childcare or any other childcare related qualification

Other requirements

• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Ongoing commitment to the role and support to the service
• Understanding of the Trust values

Experience

• Working with babies 0 - 3 months old in a hospital or nursery setting
• Demonstrable experience of setting up and maintaining accurate records
• Proven experience of working and communicating with the general public

Knowledge

• Knowledge and understanding of equal opportunities and the importance of working within a culturally diverse environment
• Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
• An awareness of the effects of hearing problems in children

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work as part of a team and to work to a high standard without constant instruction or supervision
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise own workload
• Competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to relate in a sensitive manner to vulnerable clients

General Guidance for Applicants

We are committed to achieving equality and inclusion at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and we respect and value the diversity and differences of our patients and our people, ensuring everyone is enabled to thrive, feels a sense of belonging, and is able to be their authentic self. We offer a range of flexible working options that enable you to balance your work and personal life, including part-time, compressed hours, remote working and job-shares.

We are committed to equal opportunities, and have been approved as a Disability Confident Employer.

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