Job Summary
An exciting opportunity to join the antenatal screening team has arisen to cover maternity leave.
The post holder will support the maternity screening leads in the implementation and co-ordination of all key objectives in relation to the Antenatal and Newborn Screening (ANNB) Programmes for University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB).
Will provide information, support and counselling service for women considering or undergoing prenatal tests.
Support leads in the delivery of local screening policies and embed best practice for screening programmes and services.
Ensure the delivery of high quality, safe, effective and equitable screening programmes that meet the outcomes set out in the Public Health Agenda.
Support continuous quality improvement through the implementation of standards, ongoing data collection and reporting systems and through a programme of monitoring, evaluation and feedback.
Adhere to the quality assurance structures for screening programmes that will ensure compliance with national standards.
Support the maternity unit in the day to day clinical duties, undertaking specific delegated activities and responsibilities as required.
Represent the ANNB Screening co-ordinator or Deputy ANNB Screening co-ordinator in their absence if required.
Main Duties of the Job
To provide an effective and professional service and care to patients ensuring that the highest of standards are maintained at all times.
The post holder will be required to analyse and deliver positive screening results to women, providing support and information in relation to further testing and options available.
To implement appropriate changes in management plans for women, considering both patient and service needs.
Be able to perform phlebotomy when required for facilitation of screening tests.
To ensure that the results are interpreted accurately and necessary action is taken as a result.
Ensure appropriate policies, procedures and guidelines are adhered to, contributing to guideline updates when required.
To ensure that appropriate advice, guidance and support is provided to all users, where the information is complex, highly sensitive and delicate.
To effectively support patients through the delivery of very difficult news, recognising individual social and domestic circumstances.
To provide regular training in both formal and informal settings, providing evidence based advice and support in own speciality to other professionals.
Contribute to data collection and maintenance of spreadsheets to facilitate audit.
About Us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.
Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can.
UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment.
University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.
Job Details
Date posted: 13 February 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 a year
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 9 months
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 304-9005571
Job Locations
Heartlands Hospital, Bordesley Green E, Birmingham, West Midlands, B9 5SS
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* GCSE English and Maths A-C grade or equivalent
* Registered midwife
* Educated to a degree level or equivalent experience
Desirable
* Evidence of further education in Research and Audit
* ENB 997 course or equivalent
Experience
Essential
* Evidence of relevant clinical experience
Desirable
* Previous experience in antenatal and Newborn Screening
* Knowledge of NHS Public Health Standards and Guidelines for ANNB Screening Programmes
Additional Criteria
Essential
* Can maintain confidentiality at all times
* Excellent verbal and written skills
* Reliable
* Self-motivating and use own initiative
* Able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, including communicating sensitive and complex information
* Able to work and communicate well in stressful situations
* Able to demonstrate decision making skills
* Good management skills
* Good organisational skills
* Willingness to work cross site between BHH, GHH and Solihull
Desirable
* Positive outlook and a sense of humour beneficial due to working in a small team
* Flexible especially in times of staffing issues or increased service demand
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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details
Employer name: University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Heartlands Hospital, Bordesley Green E, Birmingham, West Midlands, B9 5SS
Employer's website: https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm
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