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Probation: The probationary period exists to help new Employees
become more familiar with their role and evaluates their performance
in terms of their knowledge, skills and behaviour. It is a formal process,
where all new Employees have at least two reviews with their Head of
Service / Line Manager during their probationary period. Any aspect
that is not satisfactory will be brought to the Employee’s attention to
allow them the opportunity to address the issue. The Head of Service
/ Line Manager may then facilitate and support the Employee in
training, guidance and assistance to help them achieve the required
standards for their role. Please refer to your contract of employment
for details of the requirements under the probation arrangements.
The role of a Line Manager
Your first point of contact for all aspects of your employment will be
your Line Manager who will be able to help you with most questions
or direct you to the most appropriate Department. Your Line Manager
will also endeavour to involve the members of the team in the
planning and implementation of change.
Your Line Manager has key responsibility for the following aspects of
your Induction and orientation to the Hospital:
• Ensuring that the service delivered by you and your team to the
patient or to your colleagues is of the highest standard.
• Sharing their experience and providing leadership to the team to
help drive quality and continuous improvement.
• Ensuring that all aspects of the Induction process are completed
within the specified timeframes and progressing through each
checklist with you.
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