Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide specialist DBT to the service users of the Oxleas CAMHS DBT Service, including specialist assessment and intervention for young people referred to the service. To contribute to service evaluation, policy development, audit, evaluation, and research in the area of self-harm and BPD. To provide clinical supervision, teaching and consultation as appropriate.
• To use and maintain skilled standards of professional clinical practice in the treatment modalities required by the children and young people with emerging BPD and be a resource to the whole service in maintaining the skills of others.
• The post holder will manage their own caseload and provide specialist DBT interventions for young people. They will be responsible for the provision of skills training groups for young people and parents/carers.
• The post holder will be responsible for supporting staff within the team to achieve positive clinical outcomes for young people and their families. These outcomes will be evidenced by research and performance indicators such as activity data, targets, and quality measures.
• They will work in partnership with schools, social services departments, as well as local and national services to support integrated practice and service delivery.
• To contribute to training, research and audit and interpret complex data to develop own and others understanding of child and adolescent mental health disorders, in particular emerging BPD in young people.
• To contribute to service development across teams and within Oxleas.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctoral level training in clinical psychology, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the BPS
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
• Completion of further post-doctoral post-qualification specialist training including training in supervision of trainee clinical psychologists

Desirable

• DBT training - Foundation or Intensive Level training with the DBT British Isles Training
• Pre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology

Experience

Essential

• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and in patient settings
• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity
• Completion of at least two years post-doctoral post-qualification supervised clinical experience with adolescents with complex mental health difficulties and/or young people with a first episode psychosis

Desirable

• Experience of delivering DBT
• Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision
• Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts

Skills

Essential

• Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration
• Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups
• Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology
• Ability to use CYP IAPT outcome measures and integrate these meaningfully into therapy

Desirable

• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc).
• High level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies, including DBT
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Highpoint House

Shooters Hill

London

SE18 3RZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Primary Care Nurse, to join our team at HMP Hatfield, a category D Prison located in Hatfield Woodhouse, Yorkshire.

HMP Hatfield is a prison and young offender institution near Doncaster for men aged 18 and over. It is split into 2 sites, Hatfield Main and Hatfield Lakes.

Hours

This role is 36 hours per week, working 4 days a week on a rolling shift rota, Monday to Sunday. There are no night shifts for this role.

This position is part time, youll receive an annual salary of £34,428 - £41,659 pro rata depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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Additional Criteria

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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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Thorne Rd

Hatfield

Doncaster

South Yorkshire

DN7 6EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplushij.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Task and Responsibilities

Exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy and have the ability to plan and reach complex and critical judgments, using decision-making skills.

Deliver high-quality clinical care within the service. This will include acute and primary care, long-term conditions management, enhanced assessment and diagnostic intervention services, health promotion activities and be in line with the NHS Plan, public health indicators and National Service Frameworks.

Demonstrate and provide robust clinical skills with a sound understanding of evidence-based nursing practice to provide a pro-active approach to ensure quality and outcome-driven practice on a day-to-day basis.

Support the development of evidence-based practice in the specialist field and promote research as appropriate.

Participate in managerial and professional clinical supervision, training, and annual appraisal and ensure that this becomes an integral part of team practice.

Ensure the implementation of effective and appropriate patient-centred care-planning tools, long-term condition registers and consistent delivery throughout the service.

Work collaboratively with the Clinical Lead, GPs, and other clinicians to meet and review service needs as required.

Be guided by standard operating procedures (SOPs), good practice, established precedents and understand what results or standards are to be achieved. Make comments on proposals for changes, regarding working practices, service improvements or patient feedback.

Work independently within organisational and professional guidelines and established professional parameters, working to the nationally recognised code of conduct and Standards of Proficiency for Nurses. Work as part of the multidisciplinary team.

Communicate effectively, with sensitivity and compassion, and manage relationships with people, making reasonable adjustments where necessary.

Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times.

Monitor the condition and health needs of people within their care on a continual basis in partnership with the members of the MDT team, families and carers.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• NMC Registered nurse with children's experience, or a registered children's nurse.

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD related to a specialist children's nursing subject.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children and young people in the community. This could be as a student, or pre-registration.
• Experience of working with children and young people with complex medical needs. This could be as a student.

Desirable

• Knowledge of common bowel and bladder issues in children

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of basic bladder and bowel management.

Skills

Essential

• Clinical skills in history taking and assessment.

Desirable

• Communication skills in the community.

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bostall House, Goldie Leigh, Abbey Wood, SE2 0AS.

Abbey Wood

SE2 0AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with clinical duties including preparing and sterilising instruments, operating the dental computing system, and processing radiographs.
• Manage patient appointments, dental records and ensure proper documentation of dental prosthetic appliances.
• Adhere to infection control procedures and follow Health and Safety policies.
• Assist in the central sterilisation area as required.
• Ensure compliance with GDC (General Dental Council) standards and current legislation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential Requirements:
• Fully registered with the General Dental Council (GDC).
• Valid indemnity insurance with a recognized dental defence organization.
• Clinical currency: a minimum of 2 clinical sessions per week over the last 15 months.
• Completion of relevant CPD courses (e.g., medical emergencies, safeguarding, radiography).
• Current certification in emergency and resuscitation procedures.
• Health clearance for Exposure Prone Procedures (tuberculosis, Hepatitis, HIV).
• Certification in Safeguarding Children and Adults Level 3.
• Desirable Qualifications:
• Previous Ministry of Defence (MOD) experience.
• Dental Nurse qualification.

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Winchester

Hampshire

SO21 2RG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.militarymedicalpersonnel.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide an efficient, accurate and high-quality pharmaceutical service from the Dispensary and Pharmacy Stores through the receipt, storage and distribution of medicines
• To provide timely and secure delivery of medicines, including IV fluids, dietary products, individual patient prescription supplies and controlled drugs from Pharmacy Stores and Inpatient Dispensaries to wards and departments, within the Trust, using manual and electric trolleys.
• To assemble orders of medicinal products for use across the Trust
• To liaise with ward staff, Pharmacists & Technicians with respect to stock issues which may lead to the temporary alternatives being supplied.
• To assist in the ordering and receipt of medical and industrial gases.
• To order and replenish stock supplies for wards and departments throughout the trust through the top-up process.
• To carry out the replenishment of drugs in cardiac and anaphylaxis emergency drug boxes
• To replenish, cycle count, adjust and monitor stock within Omnicell automated drug cabinets on wards and departments within the Trust.
• To monitor the automated filling of ward boxes with medicines that are output from the pharmacy robot.
• To participate in late duty, Bank Holiday and weekend working on a rotational basis.
• Contribute to the disposal of certain types of waste (e.g., cytotoxic, cytostatic and clinical waste).
• The overriding purpose of this role is to support the provision of the highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Evidence of achievement at CSE or GCSE in Mathematics and English at Grade A*-E or equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Level 2 Qualification in Pharmacy Services or equivalent qualification.

Knowledge & Experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of drug names and differences in formulations/pack sizes
• Experience in a similar post
• Experience of working in a stores/warehouse environment, receiving, storing, assembling and delivering goods.
• Knowledge of pharmacy stock control systems
• Knowledge of hospital and pharmacy policies and procedures
• Experience of monitoring and maintaining stock
• Knowledge of automated dispensing systems
• Demonstrate an understanding of standard operating procedures and their relevance in the workplace.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrate good oral / written communication
• Ability to prioritise own work to meet service requirements
• Good organisational skills with an ability to maintain a disciplined approach to work
• Be able to work as part of a team
• Ability to deal with routine enquiries
• Be able to adapt and respond promptly to changing circumstances
• Be able to work under pressure
• Be able to maintain a high level of accuracy in a busy environment.
• Be able to maintain high levels of concentration for lengthy periods of time
• Basic computer skills

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Victoria Infirmary

Queen Victoria Road

317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary

NE1 4LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

**Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.**

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Speech-Language Therapy
• Health & Care Professions Council Registration

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal College of Speech-Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Membership of Special Interest Group e.g. SALT neurological practice
• Educated to Masters level in specialist SALT field relevant to the role or equivalent combination of post graduate education, courses and experience in neuro SALT
• Experience in neuro rehab and community working

Experience

Essential

• Appraisals using KSF
• Clinical Teaching
• Use of reflective practice and supervising others
• Experience of service development
• Experience of provision of work for patients presenting with dysphagia and communication impairments
• Experience of working in a range of community and / or acute NHS settings

Desirable

• Undertaken clinical audit
• Research experience
• Experience of working in the NHS
• Experience of working with adults with a variety of long-term conditions and neurological conditions

Skills

Essential

• Specialist knowledge and understanding of complex neurological conditions including clients with multiple pathologies
• Specialist skills in the assessment and treatment of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties in the context of complex long-term conditions
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice and outcome measures associated with neurological conditions and older people
• Knowledge and experience of working with a wider multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical guidelines across a variety of long-term conditions e.g. stroke, Parkinson's
• Advanced clinical note writing and report writing skills, in both verbal and written format

Desirable

• EMIS clinical system experience

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Merton Civic Centre

London Road

Morden

SM4 5DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

To process all relevant prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing nurses where appropriate in accordance with the principles of good practice.

Job responsibilities

To ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription and whenever there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, or about the dose or labelling instructions to check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor.

To collect all due prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is duly filled in and signed by the patient.

To ensure that all monies received or handled on behalf of the practice are appropriately stored and banked and a record kept of all financial transactions.

To endorse all prescription forms as appropriate, collate and forward the forms in a secure manner to the PPA for processing and reimbursement. The forms should be bundled in accordance with current PPA guidelines and include any necessary accompanying paperwork such as the FP34D and invoices as required by the PPA.

To promptly forward all invoices and dispensary related correspondence to the practice manager or dispensary manager according to practice policy.

To notify the authorising doctor of any FP10 returns/feedback from the PPA so that any appropriate remedial action may be taken.

To operate efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the practice with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage through out of date stock.

To ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions.

To ensure shelves and all work surfaces are regularly cleaned to maintain a high level of hygiene within the dispensary and that all dispensary equipment is kept clean and kept in good working order.

To take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins that may be received from time to time.

To ensure that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and to maintain a temperature control record/logbook.

To maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions incorporating the use of computers when available and appropriate.

To undertake any necessary work as may be required and appropriate to maintain a high standard and efficient dispensing service.

Confidentiality

In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health and Safety

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.

Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.

Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.

Reporting potential risks identified.

Equality and Diversity

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.

Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.

Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional Development

Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.

Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.

Quality

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.

Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.

Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

Communicate effectively with other team members

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services

The post-holder will:

Apply practice policies, standards and guidance.

Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work.

Participate in audits where appropriate.

Person Specification

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Effective team worker
• Ability to work flexibly
• Ability to develop supportive relationships with colleagues
• Ability to work under own initiative
• Ability to follow guidelines and protocols.

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 dispensing qualification Proof/certification required.
• Good standard of general education

Experience

Essential

• Excellent IT skills
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality.

Desirable

• Experience of answering telephone queries in a busy environment.
• Experience of a computerised clinical system (Emis, SystmOne etc.)

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Holderness Health

Address

Church View Surgery

5 Market Hill House

Hedon

HU12 8JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.holdernesshealth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached.

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Good general education with minimum of 2 CSE, GCSE PE
• BTEC in PE
• To have a relevant Sports or Gym qualification (Level 2 Gym Instructor)

Desirable

• Motivation and Engagement Training
• Degree in a relevant area
• Recognised coaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience in care of a person who has mental health problems
• Experience motivating and engaging people
• Experience at working with others on implementing a new activity.

Desirable

• Experience working in a care environment

Knowledge

Essential

• To have a working knowledge of the importance of grading physical Activity for patients' needs.
• Evidence in mental health awareness

Desirable

• Knowledge of wider NHS papers or policies or CQUIN's relevant to Mental Health

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively with staff at all levels
• Ability to work autonomously if directed by band 5.
• Clear effective session planning
• Good IT skills
• Good time management skills.

Desirable

• Demonstrate a positive attitude to change.
• To have an enquiring approach to service development

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

West London NHS Trust

Address

Broadmoor Hospital

Crowthorne

RG45 7ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.westlondon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

2.

Clinical Duties and Responsibilities:

• To undertake a range of routine non-invasive cardiology investigations including ECG, ambulatory monitoring, and assistance with exercise treadmill tests if competencies permit.

• To perform the recording of electrocardiograms (ECG) on adults, paediatrics, outpatients, and inpatients in a variety of departments including A&E, NICU, and Labour wards, as requested.

• To set-up, fit, and instruct patients on how to use ambulatory ECG and blood pressure monitors, and download recordings to ensure they are ready for analysis.

• To prioritise and organise inpatient requests for ECGs and ambulatory monitors, reporting to senior colleagues the volume of requests and the action for implementation on a daily basis.

• To effectively, promptly, and professionally respond to emergency situations, summoning appropriate assistance as necessary by raising the alarm and taking guidance from senior colleagues.

• To demonstrate technical proficiency in the range of investigations undertaken including advanced interpretation of ECG and ambulatory monitoring results with supervision and support from senior colleagues.

• To work towards SCST Part I certification in ECG.

Educational:

• To actively participate and commit to maintaining own personal professional development, identifying educational and clinical training needs in conjunction with the Cardiac Investigations Manager.

• To ensure that own mandatory training is up to date.

Administration:

• To communicate efficiently on the telephone with all staff, patients, and visitors.

• To register patient attendances on the departments PRISM database.

• To be familiar with Cerner to track patient progression, case notes, and patient episode details

• To be familiar with Cerner to track patient progression, case notes, and patient demographic and episode details

• To be trained in the use of CRIS system.

• To book appointments onto Solus, facilitating the Trusts Patient Choice policy.

• To telephone patients who fail to attend for their appointment, rebooking patients as per patient choice, and to telephone outstanding returns of ambulatory monitors.

• To amend patient bookings to reflect any changes in their procedure from that initially booked onto the database.

• To order portering services on the Cerner to facilitate movement of patients and/or equipment.

• To carry out general clerical duties to include photocopying, filing, and faxing.

• To collect, collate, and disseminate results from within the department to requesting doctors, secretaries, clinics, and wards.

• To participate in quality assurance and audit activities as required.

• To maintain cleanliness and tidiness in the department and take responsibility for ensuring completion of cleaning rotas in the area of work.

• To assist with effective stock control within the ECG department

To be cost-effective in the use of equipment and resources.

To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Cardiac Investigations

Manager or her deputies.

To assist with all aspects of the organisation and performance of the ECG service when requested/required.

Personnel:

To conduct self in a professional manner and act as a role model to junior staff/students at

all times.

To demonstrate leadership, achieving good morale with open communication between all levels of staff and disciplines.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 2 GCSEs or equivalent grade C or above in English and Mathematics
• Computer literate IT skills/keyboard skills
• BLS skills

Desirable

• 2 A-levels in science subjects or equivalent SCST certification

Experience

Essential

• oSignificant experience of working within a Cardiology Department and physiological measurements
• oSignificant experience in patient contact - adult and paediatric. Demonstrates experience and competency within all areas of non-invasive Cardiac Physiology tests
• Able to perform ECG, Holter monitor and Ambulatory BP monitors
• Sufficient knowledge of ECG interpretation and rhythm recognition

Desirable

• Experience with Cerner/ Millenium EPR
• Experience with Solus
• Experience of dealing with paediatric and mentally ill patients
• NHS Experience

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work independently
• Effective time management skills
• Positive attitude to change
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Empathetic approach to staff and patients
• IT literate
• Ability to learn new systems and undertake training in any area requested to achieve clinical improvement
• Ability to deal with emotional and/or distressing situations e.g. cardiac arrest, terminally ill patients, and death
• Ability to assist in moving patients and equipment
• Ability to handle patient catheters, central lines, venflons, and bodily fluid collection bags

Desirable

• Wearing of lead protection in radiation areas

Other requirements

Essential

• Adaptable, reliable, and flexible
• Desire to work in a caring profession
• Ability to work cross-site
• Ability to work extended working hours
• Ability to work weekends
• Ability to work with infectious patients

Knowledge

Essential

• General understanding of the NHS Constitution Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes

Desirable

• Understanding of data protection
• Knowledge of NHS systems and procedures

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals

Guildford Road

Chertsey, Surrey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached detailed job description and person specification:

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Desire to work in a mental health hospital environment

Desirable

• Domestic/Housekeeping experience
• Previously used cleaning equipment

Skills

Essential

• Willingness to learn new skills
• To be able to work as a team or independently

Desirable

• To be able to work shifts
• Awareness of colour coding

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North View Hospital

Delaunays Road

Manchester

M8 5RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To participate in the provision of the technical invasive cardiology service and assist during the full range of cardiac procedures undertaken within the angiography suite.

To undertake and teach diagnostic angiography, PCI, Pacing implant/follow-ups, remote monitoring service and non-invasive diagnostic tests at a high level.

To maintain standards of technical competency in the provision of all technical cardiac procedures (invasive and non-invasive - including pacing follow-ups, exercise testing, tilt testing, ambulatory monitoring, and ECGs).

To assist with the efficient running of the technical service by prioritising the daily workload where appropriate.

To effectively, promptly, and professionally respond to emergency situations maintaining control and requesting assistance as necessary.

To be responsible for identifying equipment faults, and directly resolve fault issues by reporting them in a timely manner.

To provide first line interpretation and full technical reports of individual tests performed whilst reviewing/assisting with the reporting of studies performed by junior staff members.

To remain up to date with latest trends in clinical physiology translating these into practice and transferring this knowledge to staff within ones area of responsibility.

To assist with research studies as required.

To ensure all patients receive appropriate and individualised care.

To undertake service provision and/or training in other areas of Clinical Physiology, as required.

To participate in the 24/7 on-call service provided by the Clinical Physiology department, as required and on a rotational basis.

Managerial:

To ensure that all data entered on the invasive database is timely and accurate and that statistical records and audits are produced when required.

To deputise for the Operations Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist and/ or Chief Cardiac Physiologists when necessary for management of an area within the department.

To be responsible for the management/appraisals of junior cardiac physiologists

To assist with the recruitment and retention of staff within the Clinical Measurements Department

To assist with all aspects of the organisation and performance of the invasive and non-invasive service when requested/required.

To work with the Operations Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist to ensure procedures are in place to achieve Government targets in Cardiac Physiology services

To assist in the development of protocols, guidelines, and policies within the department in order to achieve IQIPS accreditation.

To implement local policies and guidelines and ensure these are adhered to at all times and ensure these incorporate current professional recommendations and evidence based practice.

To participate in the training and development of local competencies of junior staff within the department.

To work in accordance with standards set by the Society for Cardiological Sciences and Technology (SCST) and the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP)

To be familiar with the use of Cerner, PAS, PRISM and any other computerised systems integral to the running of the department.

Communication with senior staff regarding stock and/or equipment management; ensuring adequate stock control is maintained and that staff are aware of economical use of supplies

To review and prioritise inpatient requests for cardiac investigations, liaising with ward/medical staff to ensure availability of staff and resources.

To manage own time to achieve a balance between clinical and administrative duties.

To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Operations Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist or his deputies.

Personnel:

To conduct self in a professional manner and act as a role model to junior staff at all times.

To undertake service provision and/or training in other areas of Clinical Physiology, as required.

To demonstrate leadership, achieving good morale with open communication between all levels of staff and disciplines.

Contribute to and actively participate in the correct reporting and handling of incidents and accidents.

Educational:

To actively participate and commit to maintaining own personal professional development, identifying educational and clinical training needs in conjunction with the Manager.

To maintain professional accreditation through appropriate Continuous Professional and Personal Development.

To ensure that own mandatory training is up to date.

To actively maintain a progressive learning environment for all grades/disciplines of staff.

Administration:

To register patient attendances on the departments PRISM database

To book appointments onto Cerner / PRISM, facilitating patient choice

To carry out general clerical duties to include photocopying, filing, and faxing.

To be familiar with PAS to track patient progression, case notes, and patient demographic and episode details.

To order portering services on the Cerner / Patient Administration System (PAS) to facilitate movement of patients and/or equipment.

To collect, collate, and disseminate results to requesting doctors, secretaries, clinics, wards, and other hospitals.

To communicate efficiently on the telephone with all staff, patients, and visitors

To maintain cleanliness and tidiness in the department.

To be cost-effective in the use of equipment and resources.

To telephone patients who fail to attend for their appointment, rebooking patients as per patient choice, and to telephone outstanding returns of ambulatory monitors.

To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Operations Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist or his deputies.

To conduct self in a professional manner and act as a role model to junior staff/students at all times.

To undertake training in other areas of Clinical Physiology, as required.

To amend patient bookings to reflect any changes in their procedure from that initially booked onto the database.

To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonably fit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Further Training

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Cardiac Physiology / Clinical Physiology or Equivalent
• Significant experience working within a Cardiology Department
• Cardiac catheter lab experience
• Able to participate in PPCI 24/7 service
• Are you HCPC registered

Desirable

• RCCP registration or with relevant qualifications to attain this
• Intermediate Life Support Skills
• Stock management

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• oAbility to wear lead apron
• oAbility to work independently
• oEffective time management skills
• oTeam worker and staff-supportive management style

Desirable

• Must be able to demonstrate ASPH Trust values

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashford & St Peters Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached detailed job description and person specification for further information about the role. We welcome discussions with potential applicants

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN registration
• Completion of preceptorship programme

Desirable

• Evidence of continuous practice development related to delivering psychological interventions to both individuals and groups
• Training in psychological interventions

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge and experience of risk assessment and management.
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act and other mental health legislation including CPA

Desirable

• Experience of working in offender health or within a forensic setting.

Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of factors affecting secure mental health care and the contemporary mental health agenda
• Ability to analyse problems, gather relevant information and exercise sound judgement in reaching the most appropriate conclusions
• Ability to prioritise workload, work at a fast pace and meet deadlines.

Desirable

• Ability to write reports and present information in a concise way
• Excellent organisational / time management skills

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Forest Bank

Agecroft Road

Salford

M27 8FB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide evidence based public health nursing practice that promotes and improves health and addresses inequalities at individual, family and community level. Lead the delivery of the healthy child programme to improve health and wellbeing and safeguard children, young people and families. Develop and implement structured interventions for children and families with complex needs including assessments, appropriate management of risks and providing professional and clinical supervision to other team members.

Person Specification

General and Special Knowledge

Essential

• Practitioner
• Knowledge and understanding of the Healthy Child Programme and related policies and pathways
• Knowledge and understanding of public health and preventative strategy
• Knowledge and understanding of Local and National Safeguarding Policies and Procedures
• Sound knowledge of professional accountability and professional regulations requirements for continued registration
• Demonstrate in depth knowledge and understanding of the impact of long term health and social issues and safeguarding
• Demonstrate knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for practice
• Experience and understanding of clinical and safeguarding supervision
• Experienced Practitioner (plus all of the above)
• Knowledge and understanding of principles and benefits of reflection and use of models and tools to enhance understanding of complex clinical practice and safeguarding supervision.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for practice

Experience

Essential

• Practitioner
• Experience of integrated working/ multi-agency working
• Working in a community setting
• Experience of public health related work/ leading public health initiatives
• Experience of safeguarding vulnerable children and families
• Experience of working with complex vulnerable children and families
• Evidence of compliance with professional regulations Standards of Proficiency
• Experience of initiating and leading the early help processes for children and families
• Experienced Practitioner (plus all of the above):
• Experience of preceptoring and mentoring
• Significant post qualification experience
• Experience of complex safeguarding work
• Experience of developing and leading training

Desirable

• Experience of managing staff

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Practitioner:
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to a range of audiences including children, young people, parents and carers and professional colleagues.
• Ability to plan and prioritise workload within a changing and flexible work environment
• Skills in health needs assessment, planning and evaluating interventions
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills in the use of information technology
• Ability to work autonomously and independently
• Ability to use reflective practice techniques to evaluate, present and critically analyse own practice
• Ability to line manage and supervise other team members, organising and delegating as appropriate
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish effective working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders as well as ability to constructively challenge when required
• Demonstrate a flexible, innovative approach to work, as well as willingness to develop specialist areas of work and critically analyse own personal development.
• Demonstrate leadership skills and interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively in partnership with team, other professionals and agencies
• Experienced Practitioner (plus all of the above):
• Ability to manage complex health needs
• Ability to lead and develop innovative practice
• Ability to take lead role in complex child protection, child in need and looked after children and direct, support and supervise the other teams members to support those families
• Demonstrate skills in delivering effective clinical decision making in complex scenarios and to make decisions when there are conflicts and tensions

General and Special Knowledge

Essential

• Practitioner
• Knowledge and understanding of the Healthy Child Programme and related policies and pathways
• Knowledge and understanding of public health and preventative strategy
• Knowledge and understanding of Local and National Safeguarding Policies and Procedures
• Sound knowledge of professional accountability and professional regulations requirements for continued registration
• Demonstrate in depth knowledge and understanding of the impact of long term health and social issues and safeguarding
• Demonstrate knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for practice
• Experience and understanding of clinical and safeguarding supervision
• Experienced Practitioner (plus all of the above)
• Knowledge and understanding of principles and benefits of reflection and use of models and tools to enhance understanding of complex clinical practice and safeguarding supervision.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for practice

Additional Requirements

Essential

• All levels
• Demonstrate a full commitment to develop information technology skills as appropriate to undertake public health nursing duties
• Ability to undertake travel in connection with the post duties
• Willing to undertake training and continuous professional development in connection with the post
• Willing to work flexibly in accordance with the policies and procedures to meet the operational needs of the service and the council
• Work in accordance with our values and behaviours, as part of an inclusive and high performing council

Qualifications

Essential

• Specialist Community Public Health Nurse level 6 or above qualification
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Recorded Nurse Prescriber
• Mentor Qualification
• Willing to undertake SCPHN additional field of practice (extended practice course)

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council (BMBC)

Address

Westgate Plaza One, 1 Westgate

Western Street

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S70 2DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Excellent communication skills are needed in the role in regard to communicating with all stakeholders including service users, carers, third sector providers, internal and external agencies and services.

Ideally, we would prefer someone who has experience of supporting service users with mental health problems (and we positively encourage applicants with lived experience). An inclusive and positive attitude is essential. If your current role includes duty work, that will be an advantage in your application. We always provide a robust induction and the wellbeing of our team is always thought about. Supervision, appraisal and training are all highly valued and prioritized.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse / health professional with current registration appropriate to the job role
• Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB / professional equivalent
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Significant post qualifying experience in the relevant care group (mental health or neurodevelopmental)
• Experience of working alongside people with complex health problems in the designated care group
• Experience of supervising staff
• Experience of providing a range of clinical interventions to people in the designated care group with a variety of health problems
• Experience of working consultatively with professionals
• Experience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments
• Experience of partnership working within and across various statutory and non statutory teams and agencies
• Experience of working within the CPA process
• Understanding of clinical governance
• Previous experience of working in the community

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bognor Neighbourhood Mental Health Team

Bedale Centre

Bognor Regis

PO21 2SF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Opening of premises, restoring telephone and computerised appointment systems or at the end of Surgery - switching over of telephone systems, recording new messages (dependent whether am or pm working).

2. Receiving and routing patients on arrival in an efficient and courteous manner.

3. Making new and follow up appointments, both face to face and via the telephone.

4. Handling general enquiries and promoting the services offered by the Surgery.

5. Informing patients of cancelled appointments.

6. Receiving payments from patients and providing receipts when required.

7. Completion of T/R forms together with computer entries.

8. Using computer as required.

9. Leaving reception area/call centre tidy and ready for incoming colleagues together with information regarding unresolved or urgent information.

10. Making tea/coffee for visitors/Doctors as and when necessary.

11. Tidying waiting areas when necessary.

12. Dealing with all incoming and outgoing post.

13. Ensuring sufficient stationery supplies are available in reception and call centre.

14. Collection point for prescriptions/sick notes etc.

15. Testing fire alarms on a regular basis.

16. Input change of address forms onto computer.

17. Making up of antenatal packs as required.

18. Photocopying and shredding as and when required.

19. Issuing self certification forms etc for patients to complete.

20. Registration of all new patients, preparation of their files and inputting information onto the computer in respect of immunisations, cytology results and rubella status for new female patients.

21. Scanning of correspondence, forwarding as necessary via e-mail and placing in patients electronic records.

22. Repeat prescriptions and associated administration.

23. Update patients notes and add read codes as directed by the Doctors.

24. Ensuring summaries are added accurately to patients notes.

25. Keeping of accurate appointment statistics.

26. Clinical administration support.

27. Any other duties that may be required and agreed by the Doctors and Practice Manager.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Excellent communication skills - Written / Face to face / Telephone
• Previous customer service experience
• Previous experience of working within a team
• Basic computer knowledge / qualification

Desirable

• Confidentiality experience
• Use of own initiative
• Previously employed in the NHS
• Previous reception experience
• Administration skills
• Multi-tasking
• Flexibility
• Windows skills - Word / Excel
• SystmOne skills (Medical System)
• Experience of using appointment systems

Employer details

Employer name

Abbey House Medical Practice

Address

Golding Close

Daventry

Northamptonshire

NN11 4FE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.abbeyhousemedicalpractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities

• Manage the assessment, implementation and planning of care of children and their families for the duration of the shift
• Develop partnerships with children and their families to enable to deliver care as wished by the family.
• Be responsible for evaluating the care given verbally and written reports.
• Use play as an effective means of communication, therapy and stimulation at all times during the planning and implementation of care. Where required, involve play specialist, ward teacher and schools in accessing and developing appropriate play/education programmes to meet the needs of the individual child.
• Take account of the health promotion needs of the individual child/family, and ensure that relevant information and support are given to meet these needs at an appropriate time during the childs stay in hospital.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RSCN / RN Child
• NMC registration
• Evidence of CPD
• Mentorship qualification
• EPALS/APLS/HDU level 1

Desirable

• Cannulation / Venepuncture competent
• CVAD competent

Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing a team
• Knowledge of escalation and recognition of a sick and deteriorating child
• Knowledge and experience of dealing with child protection / safeguarding
• Able to work effectively with other team members in the MDT

Desirable

• Management of Clinical Risk
• Management Clinical Audit
• Understanding of Change

Knowledge

Essential

• IT skills
• Good organisation and time keeping skills
• Can work independently or as part of a team
• Teaching skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS IT systems
• Understanding of budget management
• Able to assist with the development of the service

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Children's Assessment Unit, Riverbank Ward, Bedford Hospital South Wing

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description.

The duties and responsibilities of the post will be undertaken in accordance with the policies, procedures and practices of the Trust, which may be amended from time to time. Patient Safety is a key priority for the Trust.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fully compliant with EMAS policies and procedures in respect of patient safety, for example Risk Management, Infection Prevention and Control, Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, but to give an indication of the main areas of activity and involvement.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• 3 years Post-Registration Clinical Experience
• Evidence of ongoing CPD
• 2 years in urgent/emergency care or telephone assessment setting
• Registered nurse or paramedic

Desirable

• Experience in clinical telephone consultation
• Experience in using triage tools (e.g., PaCCS, NHS Pathways)
• Undertake studies up to Level 7 (e.g., patient assessment modules)

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

Nottingham & Lincoln

1 Horizon Place, Mellors Way

Nottingham

NG8 6PY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.emas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities:

• Provide urgent telephone triage assessment of patients.
• Provide high quality and evidenced based clinical care to patients in Crisis by signposting to appropriate MH teams/pathways.
• Ensure appropriate and accurate entry to records and documentation.
• Provide a calm and confident resource to colleagues in stressful situations, providing leadership in mental health.
• Exercise advanced skills in de-escalation of distress, and anger.
• Demonstrate appropriate control and leadership in situations where people may be frightened, aggressive and/or violent.
• Actively make your experience available as a resource for advice and support to other members of the team.
• Liaise with other Healthcare Professionals, including Paramedics, Doctors, GPs, Nurses, Allied Healthcare Professionals and Social Care Professionals from Primary and Secondary care as well as third sector organisations.
• To Support 999 Call Handlers in the assessment of emergency calls where required.
• Be aware of the importance of safeguarding and accurate / timely escalation within the East Midlands Ambulance Service.

The team will where appropriate, provide signposting and facilitate access to appropriate services in the community.

• Provide a service, which is in line with Local Working Instructions, i.e. patient focused, accessible and responsive on a 24-hour basis.

• Demonstrate respect for all team members, maximising potential through the diverse roles within the team.
• Attend team meetings as required.
• Maintain and develop expertise in the acute care of people with a serious mental health problem, including the management of people at risk of suicide.
• Liaison with other teams and services to ensure that quality and timely services are delivered.
• Provide profession-specific interventions relevant to the needs of service users.
• Actively seek to improve own practice by seeking new and innovative ideas for the delivery of care and maintain CPD.
• Actively address areas of concern and report any areas of concern to the clinical duty and operational managers
• Maintain an up to date knowledge of other relevant Crisis and Emergency Services.
• Participate in supervision, as per the Trust policy, on a regular and formal basis.
• Manage time and resources effectively within available constraints.
• Practice within NMC/HCPC/Trust/Professional bodies guidelines where appropriate.

Service Development and Improvement

• To bring about a reduction in the numbers of calls and the duration of calls made by patients calling with Mental Health related needs. This will be achieved by:
  • Improving signposting to appropriate alternative care pathways.
  • The Mental Health Clinical Advisor will screen 999 calls and triage those that are from callers about mental health issues, to enable the best possible care outcomes for patients with mental health problems. They will make dynamic triage decisions and refer patients on to local MH services as appropriate.
  • Support management team and contribute to continuous improvements and development of services for Mental Health Clinical Advisors.
• They will prioritise workload to ensure that all patients receive a timely intervention. This will be achieved by:
  • Providing expert mental health advice, including that relating to clinical risk, Mental Health Act or Mental Capacity Act.

• Support the development of innovative ways of working within and across organisations to improve the delivery of care.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience of working with people experiencing acute mental health problems.
• Experience of working with people at risk.
• Excellent assessment of clinical risk and experience of risk management.
• Experience and ability to work within and across a multi-disciplinary teams.

Desirable

• Experience of dual diagnosis and substance misuse.
• Experience of working with patients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
• Experience within telephone triage.

Qualifications and Professional Development

Essential

• Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Mental Health Nurse, HPC Occupational Therapist or Mental Health Social Worker.
• Minimum of 2 years post registration with relevant clinical practice as a mental health practitioner in either Acute Inpatients, Crisis Teams, Emergency Department Liaison, Single Point of Access or as a Community Psychiatric Nurse. Evidence of post qualification development and current registration.
• Can demonstrate a sound working knowledge of the whole system and relevant care pathways.
• Evidence of undertaking regular update training and continuous personal/professional development in accordance with NMC/HPC regulations and Trust requirements as amended from time to time.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• A clear understanding of the professional role, both profession specific and the generic nature of a crisis practitioner.
• A good understanding of the needs of people with mental health problems who are in acute crisis.
• Medically fit, the role requires applicants to work rotating shifts to provide 24/7 cover and possible operational incidents.
• Strong listening and communication skills with a caring and compassionate approach.
• Highly organised and priority conscious.
• Excellent computer skills

Desirable

• Experience of NHS pathways
• Knowledge of ambulance service working and clinical policies and procedures.

Personal Sttributes

Essential

• Demonstrate respect for all service provision/team members, maximizing potential through the diverse roles across services.
• Will know, maintain and constantly strive to improve, all standards of care.
• Ability to consult, liaise and negotiate with service users, carers/family members, other professionals and the wider community.
• Commitment to the delivery of services that are responsive to service users, culture, gender and families.
• Able to assess people at risk and seek appropriate advice and support.
• Can demonstrate ability to act on own initiative.
• Ability to work in partnership with other teams and services.
• Capacity to embrace change.
• Calm and confident with people who are in distress.
• Reflective and considered approach to problem solving.
• An awareness of the limitations of the role and when to escalate to senior staff.
• Maintain an up to date knowledge of professional, legal and ethical standards of practice, in accordance with professional codes of conduct.
• Demonstrates an awareness of professional development needs in relation to this post.
• Demonstrate compassion and alignment with the Trust's Values.

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

East Midlands Ambulance Nottinghamshire/Lincolnshire

1 Mellors Way, Horizon place

Nottingham

NG8 6PY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.emas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities:

1. To undertake journeys, transporting high dependency, non- ambulatory patients and escorts, including, health care professionals to and from specified locations (points of care) detailed within the journey booking to enable contractual requirements to be met, predominantly as part of a two-person crew. There may however be exceptions where operational needs require solo working.

2. To ensure the safety and well-being of patients at all times whilst in your care both on and off the vehicle and, when driving NEPTS vehicles, to ensure that consideration is given to other road users.

3. To ensure that patients are transferred without any undue delay (and within contractual quality requirements) both within a period of duty and, as necessary, when working over-time after a period of duty. Any updates to patient journey records will be identified and relayed to the Non-Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) as soon as practicable.

4. Ensure that patients are safe and secure at all times whilst left unattended and when escorted and assisted to and from the vehicle.

5. Complete dynamic risk assessments for moving patients safely and advise NEOC of any perceived problems, for example using carry chairs in confined spaces, on stairs, outside steps and uneven road surfaces.

6. Deliver patient care to an appropriate skill level in accordance with the training received and within scope of practice. This will include the administration of prescribed / monitoring of oxygen in accordance with patient booking details and within policy and procedure.

7. To manoeuvre high dependency, non-ambulatory and ambulatory patients, including those classed as bariatric into NEPTS vehicles using either the patients wheelchair or vehicle equipment such as a stretcher, wheelchair, carry chairs and secure both patient and equipment within the vehicle using appropriate equipment as per the training received. The equipment list is not exhaustive and will vary through evolved practices.

8. To have the physical ability to use the equipment provided, this will include the use of all types of carrying equipment such as chairs, stretchers, manual handling aids. This will include risk assessing the best way to undertake moving of patients taking into consideration their medical needs.

9. Ensure that all patients and escorts are safe in the Ambulance vehicle, e.g. seat belts fastened, stretchers and wheelchairs correctly secured.

10. To maintain the highest standards of conduct, patient care, and courtesy in dealing with patients whilst always maintaining their dignity and privacy. To provide demonstration of duties to new staff.

11. To maintain the highest standards of patient care and conduct in dealing with members of the public and other Health Service staff, and, as a representative of the Trust, to seek to promote a high-quality professional service at all times.

12. Provide reassurance to patients whilst making their journey as comfortable and safe as possible and to be observant and knowledgeable to the fact that patients health can alter/deteriorate at any given time.

13. To comply at all times with Trust procedures and relevant legislation to ensure an effective service delivery and ensuring the health, safety and welfare of patients and colleagues.

14. To observe situations in relation to patient well-being and safeguarding including their home environment and notify any potential problems to the NEOC and the appropriate manager and responsible medical carer.

15. To ensure the timely, accurate and legible completion of operationaldocumentation.

16. To maintain close liaison with NEOC, advising of any changes to normal routine and procedure including re-planning journeys due to road conditions, adverse weather or patients not ready. Cancellation of bookings or changes in mobility status.

17. Vehicle and equipment is wiped down between patients and at end of shift, ensuring adherence to all Trust Infection Prevention Control Procedures.

18. To maintain vehicles, equipment and premises to defined standards at all times. This will include ensuring that NEPTS vehicles and equipment are in operational readiness (for example, re-fuelled), daily vehicle checks and that any defects are reported. It may also include assistance with house-keeping duties as and when required. Ensure the vehicle has the correct, working communication equipment (PDA), reporting any identified defects using the current reporting procedures.

19. To report any hazardous or dangerous equipment, premises or practices to the appropriate line manager.

20. Report all near miss/incidents immediately through the Trust Incident Reporting Procedure.

21. To undertake all job-related training including online essential education as required to facilitate the provision of a service and then ensuring knowledge of equipment use and procedures is maintained. This will include the Trusts NEPTS driver training course.

22. To adopt a flexible approach in response to operational needs regarding duties, base / location and hours of work.

23. To undertake any other reasonable and appropriate duties as required.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• 2 GCSEs to include English and one other subject (grade D/3 or above) or a literacy qualification or equivalent or previous experience in this or similar field of work
• Full, clean manual driving licence (including category A - old style licence - or categories B - new style license) - minor offences may be considered, with no more than 3 penalty points in total

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to complete documents accurately.
• Ability to communicate at all levels both in writing and verbally to manage patient data and achieve minimum mandatory requirements

Desirable

• Possess knowledge of the work of an ambulance service

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of a caring approach - for example: paid or unpaid experience in a direct carerelated capacity.
• Demonstrable driving experience (since obtaining full licence).

Desirable

• Experience of working in care providing environment

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability and willingness to be flexible with hours and duties to meet the needs of the Service working various shift patterns

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

Various station across Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

NN2 8DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.emas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for the full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RSCN/RNC or a RN with recent paediatric experience
• Evidence of undertaking a recognised course of study in teaching and assessing.

Desirable

• Educated to degree level or can demonstrate experience of operating at this level.

Skills/ Experience

Essential

• Paediatric High Dependency module or willingness to undertake.
• Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification.
• Experience of close liaison with members of multidisciplinary team.
• Effective leadership, good analytical and clinical decision making skills.
• Knowledge of effective people management practices.
• Knowledge of clinical audit and effectiveness systems.
• Current experience of working with safeguarding issues and able to identify and refer to appropriate agencies.
• Recent experience of working within an acute setting
• Recent experience of taking charge of a shift within an acute setting

Desirable

• Advanced Paediatric Life Support course (EPALS)

Communication

Essential

• Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
• Able to communicate using different methods (i.e. email etc.).

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Receive visitors to the hospital and direct to departments.Arrange for volunteers to escort ifrequired.

• Supplyinformation via Oasis to patients who are unsure as to where theyare required togo.

• Locate patients for visitors via Oasisin accordance withdata protectionlegislation.

• Arrange wheelchairs for patients with mobility issues, either utilising volunteers or hospital porters.

• Receive telephone callsfrom external sourcesincluding patients,relativesand carerson behalf of the Trust and redirect asappropriate.

• Be able to deal with patients and visitors who may be anxious, upset or may have language or communication difficulties.

• Be able to resolve simple concerns and queries and to escalate matters whereappropriate.

• Receive and record medical equipmentand other itemsdelivered to reception which requireforwardingto wards and departments.

• Arrange formedical equipment and otheritems to be delivered to wards and department, signed for asrequired.

• Record all requests for transfer of patient notesandmaintainthese records foraudit purposes.

• Monitor wheelchair numbers and escalate issues.

• Report faulty wheelchairs and record maintenance progress.

• Identifyand issue tasks to reception volunteerson a daily basis.

• Liaise with Trust volunteers where necessary.

• Knowledge of administrative systems such as PAS and be able to use these efficiently.

• Knowledge of hospital departments

• Knowledge of office and clerical procedures.

• Ensure that the reception desks are tidy and welcoming to visitors.

• Remove unauthorised and out of date publicity material.

• Report emergency situationsoccurring within the reception area and car parksimmediately.

• Report anyadverseincidents occurring within the reception area and main entrance via Datix.

• Report maintenance issues to Mitie helpdesk.

• Plan own daily workload, with effective scheduling of priority tasks.

• Report/escalate concerns asappropriate toyour line manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Education

Essential

• 2 GCSE (or equivalent) passes in Mathematics and English Language
• Competent in the use of computers and Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel, Outlook

Desirable

• NVQ Business Administration Level 2

Communication Skills

Essential

• Ability to work in a team as well as unsupervised
• Excellent communication skills including telephone manner
• Ability to deal with contentious and sensitive issues in the appropriate manner

Knowledge and Training

Essential

• Computer literate must be able to use spreadsheets and e-mail
• Knowledge of NHS policies
• Previous Customer Care experience

Analytical & Judgement Skills

Essential

• Accuracy and attention to detail

Desirable

• Enthusiastic and flexible to meet the needs of the service
• Able to cope with different and competing demands
• Able to use own initiative

Planning Skills

Essential

• Good time management and ability to work to deadlines
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise work

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values

Essential

• Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services
• Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Senior Physiotherapist Guildford Hospital | Permanent | Full time Up to £51,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience 37.5 hours per week As a Senior Physiotherapist at our hospital, you'll have a BSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council. You also have excellent clinical reasoning and rehabilitation skills, and you're committed to developing as a practitioner. You're a confident communicator, skilled at engaging with all kinds of people. As part of the team you will have clinical support available from your Regional clinical lead along with Physiotherapists, with leadership from the management team on site. You will have a CPD budget to encourage you to continue your learning and striving for clinical excellence. The hospital is brilliantly placed to support and mentor the successful candidate for this role, alongside our academy training programmes. We can offer both part time and full time hours, with a mixture of face to face time across other sites or working from home delivering triage hours. As a Senior Physiotherapist, you will:

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• As a Senior Physiotherapist at our hospital, you'll have a BSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.

Experience

Essential

• You also have excellent clinical reasoning and rehabilitation skills, and you're committed to developing as a practitioner. You're a confident communicator, skilled at engaging with all kinds of people.

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Nuffield Health

Address

Stirling Road

Guildford

GU2 7RF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please take a look at the attached Job Description/ Person Specification for a detailed list of duties and responsibilities.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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Person Specification

Qualification and training

Essential

• A Degree or minimum of HND/HNC in a relevant estate discipline appropriate for this role or equivalent qualification and demonstrable acquired knowledge and experience
• Accredited qualification in management or demonstrable experience.
• Proven record of Continuing Professional Development including specialisation relevant to the operational healthcare estate (e.g. ventilation, MGPS, etc or within the field of electrical engineering).

Desirable

• Recognised professional qualification or working towards membership of one of the professional institutes that is recognised by the NHS

knowledge and experience

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of operational estate management across all disciplines and functions.
• Sound knowledge of legislation relating to estates services.
• In depth knowledge of maintenance planning and organisation (PPM, reactive, contract, etc).
• High level of building engineering knowledge, techniques, systems and standards
• Experience of implementing quality controls, processes and procedures
• Risk assessment and critical path analysis.
• Responsible/Authorised Person or equivalent for named specialisms such as ventilation, HV/LV, lifts, MGPS and other similar systems
• Professional knowledge of healthcare estate and technology across a number of specialist subjects including mechanical and electrical disciplines

Desirable

• Knowledge of fire safety requirements with Building Fabric and fire compartmentation

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

lowes bridge road

torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Reception/Appointment Book/Treatment.

Booking urgent care telephone triage appointments and treatment appointments, where appropriate.

Managing the waiting room, including greeting patients and advising them of any excessive delays.

Re-booking additional needs appointments or minor oral surgery appointments.

Maintain the appointment system to ensure that surgery time is utilised appropriately.

Distribute post accordingly.

Record referral/communication correspondence in the patients notes and action accordingly.

File all letters/correspondence in the appropriate place.

Accurately prepare and maintain patient records.

Prioritise workload. You will be working within a team so it is imperative that you work proactively together to complete reception tasks meeting deadlines to enable the service to perform efficiently.

Maintain administrative systems to ensure good working practice.

Use judgemental and analytical skills to anticipate the needs of the patient.

Maintain the Reception area.

Making of appointments and taking telephone calls, interpreting as necessary the needs of both patients and clinicians enabling situations to be dealt with promptly and efficiently.

Most of our patients require a lot of emotional support to persuade them to accept treatment. It must be recognised that anxiety can often be displayed as aggression.

Knowledge of computer use is essential for input of patient data, payment transactions and other services.

Collection of charges as appropriate.

Cashing up/banking, recording all necessary details.

On occasions, work independently managing the department administration and giving appropriate advice when necessary.

Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and KSF process.

Compliance with NHS code of conduct.

Attend appropriate meetings.

Encourage and motivate other team members.

Support others by sharing skills and knowledge of the job.

Person Specification

Qualifiations and Training

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths Grade C and above

Experience

Essential

• Reception/Customer Care experience
• Experience of working with the general public
• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Experience of answering telephone calls in a busy high volume call environment
• Post Holder must have a degree of experience in the field of Administration

Desirable

• Post holder must have sound knowledge and experience of working within an NHS practice/organisation

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Effectively prioritises and co-ordinates own work
• Computer literate with excellent keyboard skills or experience with Microsoft packages
• Work flexibly as part of a team
• Good time management

Self-awareness

Essential

• Has a realistic knowledge of personal strengths and areas for development
• Can demonstrate flexibility of approach

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 (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

Cambridge Dental Access Centre, Brookfield's

Seymour Street

Cambridge

CB1 3DQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eastofenglandcommunityhealthandcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality care to individuals accessing our service. Working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team, you will help deliver healthcare interventions, promote physical wellbeing, and provide practical support to people affected by substance misuse and associated health needs.

This is a varied role involving direct patient care, health assessments, harm reduction interventions, outreach work, and supporting service users throughout their treatment and recovery journey.

• Support clinicians in delivering healthcare assessments and interventions.
• Carry out delegated clinical procedures following appropriate training and competency assessment.
• Support service users with their physical health needs and overall wellbeing.
• Deliver harm reduction advice, including overdose prevention and health promotion.
• Assist with alcohol assessments and community detoxification programmes.
• Undertake health monitoring activities and record outcomes accurately.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely clinical records.
• Ensure clinical environments are safe, clean, and compliant with infection control standards.
• Provide information, advice, and signposting to appropriate health and community services.
• Participate in service improvement activities, audits, and ongoing professional development.

You will be a caring and professional individual with a genuine passion for helping people improve their health and wellbeing.

You will have:

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Experience working in a health, care, or support environment.
• An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional boundaries.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A non-judgemental approach when working with vulnerable people.
• An awareness of the challenges faced by individuals affected by drug and alcohol use, mental health, or social exclusion.

Person Specification

About You

Essential

• About You
• You will be a caring and professional individual with a genuine passion for helping people improve their health and wellbeing.
• You will have:
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Experience working in a health, care, or support environment.
• An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional boundaries.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A non-judgemental approach when working with vulnerable people.
• An awareness of the challenges faced by individuals affected by drug and alcohol use, mental health, or social exclusion.

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Waythrough

Address

Recovery Steps - Cumbria

1st Floor,

Stocklund House Castle Street,

Carlisle,

Cumbria,

CA3 8SY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.waythrough.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)