About this role
Job summary
Carry out standard automated hearing screening tests on all babies, record the results and discuss the results with the parents. Make appropriate onward referrals as required.
This will involve the direct handling of newborn babies and communicating with parents. The test are carried out on the maternity wards, in the Neonatal Unit and also weekly outpatients clinics.
The post holder will work as part of a team providing hearing screening of newborn babies under the supervision of the Hearing Screening Local Manager. They will be guided by National and Departmental procedures.
Being a flexible member of the hearing screening team, ensuring continuous coverage of the service and being able to work autonomously over a weekend or Bank Holiday.
Work to departmental and National policies and procedures relevant to this post.
Main duties of the job
Identify which babies require screening and prioritise.
Liaise with parents, screening team members, ward staff, medical staff and other professionals.
Provide information to parents to enable them to make an informed choice on behalf of their baby.
overcome communication difficulties with parents who may have a hearing impairment, learning difficulty, where English is not their first language or may be emotionally distressed.
Carry out standard hearing screening tests.
Interpret results. Report difficulties in carrying out the tests, anomalous results of difficulties of interpretation to the Screening Manager
Discuss results of the screening tests.
Make appropriate referrals for further screening tests Audiological tests other diagnostic test or follow-ups,
To input data accurately to the National database (S4H) and check all details on the local Lorenzo system and against ward lists.
update client information, screening test results . To use the transfer in and out function on S4H for any babies born and tested in Barnsley but resident in another area or outside of Barnsley.
Ensure that the equipment is handled with care and is secure at all times, report any equipment problems to the Hearing Screening Manager carrying out daily and weekly calibration checks.
Organising outpatient clinics as necessary , text reminders to parents liaising with Health Visitors
Monitoring and ordering of stationary and clinical supplies.
About us
Barnsley is a place of real warmth and community spirit. With a proud industrial past, the town offers affordable living, great transport links, rich culture and many green spaces. Barnsley punches above its weight and has recently seen economic growth, substantial regeneration and digital ambition, whilst leading the way in healthcare innovation and employability.
At Barnsley Hospital, we are a close-knit, ambitious team delivering outstanding care in the heart of South Yorkshire. Our aim is to be the best place to work and we have been consistently rated by our people as being amongst the very best Trusts in the country in areas such as compassionate leadership, teamwork and supporting colleague wellbeing.
We offer a friendly working environment where you will be recognised and valued for what you do, led with compassion and integrity and have your career and wellbeing supported.
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.
For individuals who require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility.
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.
Please note we reserve the right to close positions early
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities Essential
Excellent verbal and written skills with effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to verbally liaise with multi-disciplinary health care professionals. Able to relate in a sensitive manner to vulnerable clients and ability to adapt communication style. Awareness of barriers to communication. Understanding of patient confidentiality issues. Regular attendance and good time-keeping in the workplace. Able to complete tasks within pre-defined time limits. Plan and organise own workload on an ongoing basis to ensure all relevant tasks are completed within appropriate/allocated timescales Ability to adhere to protocols and guidelines and to follow procedures accurately and consistently Ability to work unsupervised using own initiative, but seek advice when necessary Willing to undertake personal/ professional development as required. Understanding of equal opportunities and cultural diversity. There is a requirement for being on your feet and working in restricted positions throughout the day.
Experience Essential
Demonstrable experience of handling newborn babies. Awareness of confidentiality. Experience of working with the general public. Experience of accurate record keeping.
Desirable
Previous screening or audiology experience. Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
Vales based Questions Essential
Please describe in around 100 words: How do you ensure you contribute to a well functioning team?
Knowledge and Awareness Essential
Good IT and data handling skills (experience of windows-based applications)
Desirable
An awareness of the effects of hearing problems in children
Qualifications Essential
Good general standard of education with a minimum of Grade C or above GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent. Will be required to undertake Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners and OSCE plus in-house assessments throughout training Basic IT skills
Vales based Questions Essential
Please describe in around 100 words: How do you ensure you contribute to a well functioning team?
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.
Employer details Employer name Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)