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The RoleTo 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. To collect and record accurately all clinical and test data relevant to the screening process. To relate test outcomes in a sympathetic manner to parents/carers. The post holder may be asked to undertake other reasonable duties such as working within the wider Audiology Service. NHS LanarkshireHave you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? Then this might be the opportunity for you to join Team Lanarkshire! 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. What we'll need you to bringSVQ III in health or social care or equivalent experience working in the role. Understanding of how each type of screening equipment works and how to use them properly. Knowledge of ear anatomy and different types of hearing loss. Knowledge of Otoacoustic Emission Testing Knowledge of Automated Auditory Brainstem Response Testing. Competent with Hearing Screening Management System to record all screening results. Understanding and learning appropriate medical terminology required to carry out screening. Understanding the risk factors for developing a hearing loss and awareness of the need to provide appropriate follow up. Please note for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence. It would be great if you also haveWorking with the public Computer keyboard skills and confidence using IT skills Good manual dexterity Contract typePermanent Part Time 22.5 hours Please note this is a part time post and the salary for this position will be pro-rata. Location and Working PatternThis role will be based inAudiology department within University Hospital Wishaw .The out-patient clinics are hosted at Princes Gate in Hamilton but subject to change to acute sites. The working pattern for this role:Rota basis, weekends inclusive. The shifts are 08.00am-4pm and 09.00am - 5pm. Whilst this advertisement may be for a specific post(s) in a particular location, applicants who are shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations. Looking to find out more?If you’re looking to find out more, then we would love to hear from you! Please contactJackie Andrew, Operational Audiology/Newborn screening Manager, on For enquiries regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contactCarla Vargas, Recruitment Administrator on (Please remember to include the job title and reference number in your email) Why NHS Lanarkshire?Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career. Some of NHS Lanarkshire’s benefits include: A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of serviceA minimum of 8 days of public holidaysMembership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits (for more information on the NHS Pension Scheme visit theScottish Public Pension )Paid sick leave increasing with length of serviceOccupational health servicesEmployee counselling servicesWork-life Balance policies and proceduresNHS Lanarkshire have a range of support services on topics that can impact both on your working and personal life including occupational health, spiritual care and independent counselling. This support can be accessed using the links on this page. Further InformationFor more information on the role, please refer to the Job Description. If you’re looking for more information on the recruitment process, organisation or the services we provide, please refer to our information pack, or ourrecruitment webpage . 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