Newborn Hearing Screener

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Northgate Public Services is a software and outsourcing business with extensive experience in the public sector.

NPS uses strategy, innovation, information and technology to promote high-performing public services, management and governance in the UK. We work together with our clients in trusted partnerships to deliver better public services that seek to improve the skills and capabilities of employees, fully engage the public and thereby add to public value.

It is the depth and breadth of the knowledge and the work of our employees that places us in a distinct position. We partner with the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. In the UK we work with 95% of Local Authorities, every police force and a large number of health organisations, housing associations, utilities and transport companies. We support corporate and service transformation through sustainable performance partnerships. Our services embrace local government, environment and planning, energy efficiency, public safety and enforcement, health and social care, housing, financial management and transport.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

• This role is reporting directly to the Regional Coordinator.

• Working in a team undertaking the screening of babies in the first few days of their new life, you will be a reliable individual with good communication skills and at ease working with mothers and very young babies.

• You will be passionate about delivering a family friendly yet professional experience for both mother and baby during the screening process.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To promote a professional, welcoming and caring environment - endorsing a family friendly approach to care.
• Communicate with and provide information for parents concerning hearing screening – obtain parental consent
• To carry out the hearing screening of newborn babies
• To inform parents of the screen outcome as dictated by Local & National Hearing Screening Programme (NHSP) protocols.
• Record clinical and test data accurately and ensure a timely transfer of information to the manager.
• To ensure patients and families retain their dignity, privacy and individuality at all times and maintain the confidentiality of the data.
• Be aware of child protection issues and adhere to local procedures
• To maintain up to date knowledge of procedures and policies relevant to this post.
• To ensure the safety and security of equipment at all times and report any problems to the Hearing Screening Operational and Regional Coordinator at the earliest opportunity.
• To take part in a rota to cover sickness and annual leave of colleagues as appropriate.
• To be able to work flexibly when required.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience of working with the general public

• Good level or numeracy & literacy

• Previous experience of working with computer applications – accurate data input

• Previous experience in a healthcare environment would be desirable

COMPANY BENEFITS:

Employees of Northgate Public Services are entitled to the following Company funded benefits: Single Private Medical Cover (with the option to select family cover at an additional cost) 25 days paid holiday (includes 3 company nominated days) with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days 4 x basic salary life assurance cover A Group Pension Plan with fantastic employer contributions A selection of tax efficient flexible benefits to suit your individual needs such as childcare vouchers and cycle to work scheme

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate a pre-existing right to work and travel within the EU. Documentary evidence will be required

• All offers are subject to satisfactory vetting and reference checks. Depending on the nature of the role a Data Barring Service (DBS) check may also be required.

• Northgate Public Services is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all communities.

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate a pre-existing right to work and travel within the EU. Documentary evidence will be required.

• All offers are subject to satisfactory vetting and reference checks. Depending on the nature of the role a Data Barring Service (DBS) check may also be required.

This is a part time role, 22.5 hours across 3-4 days per week

Part Time