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Antenatal and Newborn Screening Lead Midwife

2 months ago

King's Lynn, Norfolk, United Kingdom The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT Full time

Position Overview

An exceptional opportunity has emerged for a caring and committed professional to become a vital member of our Antenatal and Newborn Screening Division.

The selected candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring that the organization meets the national screening benchmarks established and overseen by the relevant health authorities. The successful individual will offer specialized guidance and support to families, manage care pathways, and serve as the direct supervisor for the Newborn Hearing Screening team. They will be responsible for monitoring and delivering regular performance updates to both local and national entities. Additionally, they will oversee the reporting and investigation of any significant incidents or near misses, ensuring that necessary adjustments to practices or training requirements are identified and addressed promptly.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, delivery, and assessment of a high-quality antenatal and newborn screening service for our patients and their families.

• Collaboratively lead the antenatal and newborn screening team, taking charge of the screening services, including the management of the Hearing Screening Team.

• Ensure a thoughtful and systematic approach to the administration, coordination, and governance of screening services.

• Advocate for equitable access for the community and, as part of the organization-wide screening team, evaluate services while demonstrating innovative project management capabilities in developing new initiatives.

• Serve as the clinical expert and knowledge resource for women, their families, and the multidisciplinary professional team.

• Provide leadership and expert counsel on clinical practices related to antenatal and newborn screening.

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, the Regional Antenatal / Child Health Screening Lead, and external organizations.

• Assume responsibility for all clinical services, audits, monitoring, and training and development matters pertinent to national screening programs.

About Our Organization

Joining our team presents a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative phase as we embark on a significant project to establish a new state-of-the-art healthcare facility.

Our upcoming electronic patient record system will replace traditional paper-based records, leading to improved, safer, and more integrated care.

We provide a comprehensive array of specialized, acute, obstetric, and community-based services to a diverse population.

We are a forward-thinking organization that embodies our values of compassion, wellness, and equity. Our commitment to continuous quality enhancement is reflected in our recent positive evaluations, and we take pride in being a nurturing environment for professional growth through recognized training and apprenticeship programs.

We value and acknowledge our dedicated staff and volunteers, fostering a community atmosphere and a positive team spirit. Our facilities include modern education and training resources, alongside a talented team ready to welcome new members.

Job Requirements

For comprehensive details regarding the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Qualifications and Professional Development

Essential

  • Registered Midwife
  • Degree/Diploma in Midwifery with evidence of ongoing professional development
  • Preparation for mentorship or equivalent
  • Completion of managerial training courses

Desirable

  • Evidence of root cause analysis training
  • Managerial qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Recent managerial experience in midwifery
  • Participation in clinical audits
  • Involvement in serious incident investigations
  • Experience in implementing service changes
  • Management of employee relations issues

Desirable

  • Development of clinical competencies
  • Implementation of MLC within a unit

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Able to coordinate, influence, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team
  • Commitment to and understanding of multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Leadership capabilities
  • Ability to effectively lead and manage teams

Aptitude

Essential

  • Enthusiastic and self-driven in delivering high-quality maternity services
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Demonstrates a woman-centered approach to care
  • Willingness to work flexibly according to service demands
  • Participation in an on-call rota as required