Job Description

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and skilled midwife to join the Antenatal and New born screening team at the Royal Free Hospital. The post holder must have experience in using IT systems and knowledge of the antenatal and new born screening programmes. The post holder will also be required to cross-cover for the specialist midwives in their absences.



The post holder must ensure a high quality antenatal and new born screening service is provided for women and families within the resources available by developing, reviewing and implementing programmes in line with national evidence/recommendations on all areas covered by RFH.



This role is full time, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm with no on-call commitments.



Provide and support antenatal screening at a service-based level within the maternity service.



To act as a Specialist Midwife in the field of antenatal and newborn screening and diagnosis.



To provide advice and assistance for health care professionals in the care of clients undergoing screening.



Have direct responsibility for overseeing the programme at local level and counselling women and their families concerning high risk results.



Provide professional clinical leadership supporting the delivery of evidenced based woman centred care in relation to antenatal and newborn screening.



Have the ability to influence decision making within the maternity service, at Trust level and with wider health care organisations who are involved in the screening process.



To work as a practising midwife within the maternity unit and provide cover for Fetal Medicine by working closely with Fetal Medicine Specialist midwife and consultant.



The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk



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