About The Organisation
Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.
We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.
The Role
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To work as a member of the team, responsible for the hearing screening of all newborn babies born or resident in Lanarkshire, under the supervision of the Audiology Deputy Service Manager.
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To collect and record accurately all clinical and test data relevant to the screening process.
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To relate test outcomes in a sympathetic manner to parents/carers.
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The post holder may be asked to undertake other reasonable duties such as working within the wider Audiology Service.
The working pattern for this role is Monday - Sunday, 8am to 4pm or 9am to 5pm
In this key role, you will:
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To provide a high quality hearing screening service in accordance with national and local guidelines.
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To ensure a family friendly approach by providing a professional and caring attitude throughout the screening process.
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To maintain the confidentiality of the babies and their families at all times.
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To ensure parental anxiety is kept to a minimum throughout the screening process by providing appropriate information to the family.
What You'll Bring:
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SVQ III in health or social care or equivalent experience working in the role.
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Completed a four-week practical training programme delivered by the Audiology Deputy Service Manager and the Screening Supervisor.
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Satisfactory outcome for Theory & Practical Assessment.
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Understanding of how each type of screening equipment works and how to use them properly.
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Knowledge of ear anatomy and different types of hearing loss.
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A driving licence is required; this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
What we Offer
As a valued employee of NHS Lanarkshire, you can enjoy an extensive range of benefits including:
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Annual Leave - 35 days including public holidays
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Generous NHS pension scheme
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Annual incremental salary progression
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Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
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NHS discounts and more.
NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed based on their skills, knowledge, and talent - regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or care experience* or any other dimension that can be used to differentiate people from one another.
- Care experienced applicants include those who have lived with foster parents, kinship carers, or in residential/secure children’s settings.
For informal discussion, please contact Jackie Andrew, Operational Audiology/Newborn screening Manager on [email protected]
If you have any questions about the recruitment process or require support with your application, contact Anna Zastawnik-Baran Recruitment Administrator on [email protected]
