Newborn Hearing Screener: Impactful Family Care

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a motivated Newborn Hearing Screener to join their team. The role involves delivering high-quality care, identifying newborns for screening, and effective communication with parents. The ideal candidate will have experience with parents and babies, will be computer confident using EMIS, and is committed to completing a Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners. This position offers comprehensive training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a public-facing role involving parents and babies.
• Comfortable using EMIS software.
• Must have a full driving licence and car access.
• Willingness to complete a Level 3 Diploma within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care per Public Health England standards.
• Identify and offer screening to all newborns.
• Communicate effectively with parents about the programme.
• Process data on the Smart4Hearing database.
• Make referrals to audiology departments.

Skills

Experience with parents and babies

Computer confident with EMIS

Full driving licence

Ability to work full time

Education

Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a motivated Newborn Hearing Screener to join their team. The role involves delivering high-quality care, identifying newborns for screening, and effective communication with parents. The ideal candidate will have experience with parents and babies, will be computer confident using EMIS, and is committed to completing a Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners. This position offers comprehensive training and development opportunities.