Job description

Job responsibilities

We are proud to be able to offer opportunities for our workforce that shows value to the skillset working in a tertiary centre can provide and we are committed to the investment in the future of physiology services. Your continued development from basic physiology knowledge to become a specialist in your field, by providing new experiences and exposure to complex procedures, is paramount to our future plans for this growing team.

The department is split over two sites and successful applicants will be expected to rotate between sites. The department is BSE accredited and we currently offer a physiologist led valve clinic and are developing a physiologist led bubble/contrast service.

Applicants must have relevant transthoracic Echocardiography experience and be British Society of Echocardiography Accredited with the ability to work independently in the performance and reporting of transthoracic Echocardiograms.

• Deliver a Highly specialist clinical Service in .acquiring, interpreting and reporting cardiac ultrasound images.
• To provide or assist in a broad range of specialist cardiac ultrasound investigations (including standard transthoracic, stress, contrast, CRT assessment and optimization and transoesophageal studies) as an autonomous practitioner on a day-to-day basis
• Work as an independent Cardiac Scientist to deliver a high standard of care to all patients, utilising evidence-based practice to optimise service provision.
• To train a wide variety of staff groups in the specialised techniques of diagnostic cardiac ultrasound.
• To be flexible in working within other areas as appropriate, when service needs demand.
• Contribute to the delivery of training within the department.

Whilst Newcastle Hospitals are a forward thinking and highly innovative organisation, the use of Third-Party Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a risk to the integrity of our Recruitment & Selection processes. If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual application or to the recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

• Interview Date Wednesday 28 October 2026
• 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week (part time hours will be considered)
• You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy.

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Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• oBSc in Clinical Physiology, BSc in Healthcare Science (Cardiology), MSc in Healthcare Science with HCPC registration or working to Masters level in Cardiac Sciences, hold an equivalent qualification or have equivalent experience
• oState registration with the Academy of Healthcare Science (AHCS), Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) or Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)
• oA postgraduate professional qualification, in British Society of Echocardiography
• oWorking to MSc level in Cardiac Science/Physiology ( holding an equivalent qualification or with equivalent experience
• oHold an accredited Immediate life support resuscitation certificate

Desirable

• oAdvanced Life Support Resuscitation Certificate
• oTraining or mentorship qualification (TAQA, D32/33 or other)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• oHighly Specialised post-qualification experience as a Cardiac Physiologist within Echocardiography with evidence of continuing professional development and demonstrable competency
• oTeaching and assessing responsibilities, supporting development or act as a sponsor for Healthcare Science Cardiac Practitioners who wish to progress into Cardiac Scientist roles
• oProven continuing professional development within specialist field of knowledge including skills such as: oAdvanced Experience and Highly specialist knowledge of all areas of cardiology, including all non-invasive procedures, haemodynamic assessments, interventional cardiac cath-lab procedures
• oExpert knowledge of adult, paediatric, genetic and Congenital conduction disorders, arrhythmias and associated structural heart disease processes
• oDelivering training to Clinical Physiologists/Practitioners/Scientists and trainees up to MSc level
• oExpert level, independent reporting of complex Structural disease processes with scientific expertise in performing and interpreting diagnostic transthoracic, transoesophageal, and associated Echocardiography procedures for in-patient, outpatient and acute setting care within cardiac catheterisation labs and theatres
• oOperating a range of computerised systems when performing Echocardiograms and reporting results
• oEvidence of participation in practice, performing audits, involvement in research and in service development
• oExperience in a supervisory role

Desirable

• Experience and knowledge in all areas of non-invasive and invasive Cardiology

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• IT skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good communication 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

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

317 Trustwide

NE1 4LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• oAppropriate demonstrable post-registration experience, including experience within mental health services or a relevant clinical area.
• oExperience of assessing occupational needs and delivering individual and group occupational therapy interventions.
• oExperience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team and liaising with partner agencies.
• oExperience of supervising or supporting junior staff, students or support staff.
• oDocumented evidence of continuing professional development.
• oExperience of contributing to audit, service evaluation or quality improvement activity.
• oExperience across a range of mental health settings or crisis/community services.

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.
• Practice Placement Educator qualification or willingness to complete required training.
• Willingness to undertake post-registration or postgraduate learning relevant to the service area.

Desirable

• Experience of contributing to audit, service evaluation or quality improvement activity.
• Membership of RCOT Community Section

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge and application of occupational therapy assessments and interventions relevant to the client group.
• Understanding of occupational therapy outcome measures and their use in practice
• Detailed knowledge of mental health legislation, care planning processes and current mental health practice.
• Knowledge of recovery-focused, trauma informed and person-centred approaches to care.
• Applied knowledge of risk assessment, risk management and safeguarding within community mental health practice.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and safe lone/community working practice
• Knowledge of clinical governance and its application to practice, audit and service evaluation.
• Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues and apply professional standards to clinical decision-making.

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable clinical skills in individual and group occupational therapy assessment and intervention.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organise, prioritise and respond efficiently to complex and rapidly changing information.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage own caseload and seek supervision appropriately.
• Ability to build effective multidisciplinary, interagency and community working relationships.
• Effective problem-solving and clinical reasoning skills
• Presentation, teaching, training and facilitation skills
• Computer literacy and ability to use electronic clinical record systems.

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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Great Oaks

97 Ashby High Street

Scunthorpe

DN16 2JX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
• SITM in pregnancy care or accreditation to an equivalent advanced training antenatal care module
• Full registration with GMC Entry on the GMC Specialist Register or training to a level commensurate with the award of CCST/HPT or eligibility for entry on the specialist register of the GMC within 6 months of advisory appointments committee
• Relevant CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC)

Desirable

• Further Higher Degree/ Qualification
• Other ATSMs or SITMs to support special interests

Experience

Essential

• Wide experience in proven leadership and teaching experience
• Wide range of experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology
• Sound knowledge of NHS and Local Authority structures and systems.
• Quality/audit project experience.
• Experience of participation in CPD.
• Understanding of Clinical Governance
• Understanding of Divisional activities and administration.
• Understanding of Divisional management.

Desirable

• Experience of clinical leadership
• Management training/experience
• Awareness of the impact of PCT requirements on service provision
• Knowledge of research processes
• Previous experience of using online patient record system e.g., K2.

Skills

Essential

• Basic IT skills
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, nurses, and other staff groups. Caring attitude towards the patient.
• Maintain effective communication with the referral centres and the relevant clinical networks

Desirable

• Ability to undertake training/mentoring of clinical staff and enthusiasm for education.

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

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHSFT

Calow

Chesterfield

S44 5BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will join the existing team of consultants and will participate in the on-call rota.

Overall responsibilities include the co-ordination and delivery of the strategic and operational aspects of the Urology Services across Sunderland and South Tyneside and the wider sub-regional catchment area. These will reflect National and Local priorities including the strategic direction of STSFT and the Directorate of Urology.

The post holder is expected to possess CCT or equivalent and to be on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of taking up the post.

The post holder is expected to attend Directorate meetings and take part in Audit and Clinical Governance. Audit takes place monthly on a rolling half day. The post-holder will undergo annual appraisal, as do all medical staff in the Directorate. The post holder will also be expected to develop the Service in keeping with National guidance.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Full general ENT surgical training with experience of general Urology with sub-specialty expertise in prostate and bladder
• Understanding of the NHS, Clinical Governance process and resource issues
• Evidence of organisational, management and time management skills
• Experience of supervising junior medical staff
• Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills

Desirable

• Fellowship in the area of subspeciality interest
• Evidence of management and administration experience and understanding management goals
• Management course and / or certificate
• Qualification in medical education

Qualifications

Essential

• Primary medical qualification
• Full GMC registration
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within six months of the date of the AAC [there is flexibility with the 6-month period with Executive Medical Director approval]

Desirable

• Higher professional degree, MD, PhD or equivalent

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Alignment with the Trust core values and behaviours.
• Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
• Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities necessary to fulfil the obligations of the Directorate, to the Trust and its workforce.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare workers and other agencies
• Evidence of understanding of and adherence to principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC

Audit and Research

Essential

• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice
• Involvement in quality improvement measures
• Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary audit / audit in specialty area
• Good presentation skills
• Experience of clinical research

Desirable

• Undertaken research with published papers in refereed journals

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

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

• RSA III Word Processing or equivalent experience
• RSA II Audio Typing or equivalent experience
• NVQ 4 in Administration or equivalent experience in relevant subject area
• Willingness to undertake all training requirements including Health and Safety/First Aid/Fire Warden
• Substantial experience working in an office environment with secretarial or clerical experience including reception duties
• Ability to / experience of dealing with petty cash

Desirable

• Supervisory / Management Qualification
• Previous experience of working within a supervisory role
• Experience of working within an admin role in a Health or Social care setting

Skills and Aptitude

Essential

• Effective time management and the ability to prioritise work for self and others
• Excellent organisational and inter-personal skills
• Excellent IT skills

Knowledge and abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate well with clients/service users, colleagues, and the public
• Ability to work calmly under pressure, on own initiative without supervision

Desirable

• Knowledge of the Trust's Standing Financial Instructions and Policies and Procedures

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Approachable, adaptable, and flexible
• Motivated and excellent team player

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

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Beacon Place

Station Approach

Victoria, Roche

PL26 8LG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Business, Homecare and Service Coordination

Support the operation delivery and ongoing development of homecare services, ensuring effective coordination of processes and continuity of service.

Manage invoicing and homecare administrative processes, ensuring workloads are prioritised appropriately and queries are managed in a timely and effective manner.

Provide oversight of the Invoicing/Homecare team in relation to day-to-day operation issues, service queries and workload coordination.

Provide cover for distribution activity where required, maintaining effective working relationships with Procurement, Invoicing, Dispensary and other key teams to support safe and effective service delivery.

Act as a key link between operational pharmacy services and the Business Team, supporting reporting requirements, service monitoring and financial governance processes.

Support the preparation, validation and submission of reports relating to tariff excluded and other high-cost medicines to commissioners, in accordance with local and national requirements.

Act as senior signatory for signing off homecare schemes with homecare providers following clinical approval.

Assist in responding to commissioner queries and challenges relating to reimbursement and reporting, ensuring information provided is accurate and timely.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of effective processes linking homecare, invoicing, distribution, procurement and business functions to support safe and efficient service delivery.

Communication

Demonstrate highly developed communication skills to convey complex pharmacy operational information whilst deputising for the senior pharmacy operations manager, clearly and professionally to multidisciplinary teams, senior managers, clinicians, and external stakeholders, adapting the communication style to suit the audience and ensuring safe and effective service delivery.

Lead and facilitate regular operational meetings, departmental briefings, and service improvement discussions, ensuring clear dissemination of information, encouraging staff engagement, and promoting collaborative decision-making across pharmacy services.

Manage difficult and sensitive conversations with professionalism and empathy, including handling complaints, resolving service issues, addressing staff performance concerns, and negotiating solutions while maintaining positive working relationships.

Produce and present high-quality reports, business cases, standard operating procedures (SOPs), policies, and performance data, translating complex operational and financial information into clear, evidence-based recommendations for senior management.

Develop effective working relationships across clinical, operational, procurement, finance, and digital teams to support the delivery of safe, efficient, and patient-centred pharmacy services, acting as a key communication link between frontline staff and senior leadership.

Provide leadership, coaching, and constructive feedback to pharmacy staff, fostering an open culture of communication, continuous learning, and quality improvement while supporting organisational change and service transformation initiatives.

General responsibilities

Maintain a high standard of work and promote the professional image of Pharmacy within and outside the department.

Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff.

Ensure that safe working systems are in operation in accordance with Trust and departmental procedures.

Ensure that all legal requirements relating to the dispensing and storage of pharmaceutical products in the dispensary are met and are in accordance with criteria set out under COSHH regulations.

Participate in weekend, bank holiday rotas.

Support the provision of weekend in accordance with local procedures

Represent the pharmacy department at relevant meetings both on and off site.

Participate in dispensing services including the final accuracy checking of prescriptions / orders for inpatients, outpatients, patients being discharged in accordance with local standards, policies, and safe systems of work.

Supervise work carried out by other pharmaceutical staff within remit as required, ensuring compliance with agreed standards.

Participate in statutory and mandatory training

Provide counselling to outpatients to ensure that they gain maximum benefit from their medicines.

It is the responsibility of every employee to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and the health and safety of anyone else who may be affected by what they do.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of the trust and in consultation with the post holder.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NV Level 3, BTEC or equivalent qualification
• Registration with the General Pharmaceuetical Council

Desirable

• Leadership/management qualification

ACPT Qualification

Essential

• Achieved certification.

Desirable

• Practice Supervisor 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.

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashford and St Peters Hospital

Guilford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for an outstandingRegional Bank Support Worker(across the East Midlands)with a passion for delivering excellent care.

Youll have the opportunity to work bank shifts atour services across the East Midlands, including:

- Sherwood House,Sherwood Lodge,Cygnet Hospital Sherwood Rainworth, NG21 0HR

- Storthfield House South Normanton, DE55 3AA

- Cygnet Manor Shirebrook, NG20 8BA

- Cygnet Grange Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 4HQ

- Cygnet Lodge Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 4LW

- Cygnet Views Matlock, DE43JP

- Elston House Newark, NG23 5NP

- Birches Newark, NG24 4JD

- Broughton House Lincolnshire, LN5 0SL

Due to having to commute to different services, all candidates must hold a Full UK Driving Licence and we will ask for a copy prior to interview.

AtCygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy flexibility while reaping the rewards of providing the very best care and making a huge difference to our service users and their families.

Your day-to-day

- Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care

- Provi de guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support

- Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way

- Assist with medical & welfare needs

- Report on medical & welfare needs as required

- Safeguard

- Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

- £13,00 per hour (£14.56 per hour inclusive of 12% A/L entitlement)

- Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime

- Regular coaching & appraisal

- Expert supervision & peer support

- Employee discount savings

You are

- Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives

- An excellent communicator & a good team player

- Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment

- Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnethave been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

What next?

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Sherwood

NG21 0HR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

People Management

Together with the Nurse Manager the post holder will:

• Provide professional leadership, support and supervision to Clinical Nurse Specialists, Clinical Nurse Advisors, Nursing Associates and other nursing colleagues as required
• Participate in recruitment, induction, competency assessment and retention of nursing staff.
• Undertake or support appraisal processes, personal development planning and performance review activities
• Support workforce planning, succession planning and development of future clinical leaders
• Promote staff wellbeing, psychological safety and an inclusive working culture
• Ensure staff maintain NMC registration, mandatory training and role-specific competencies

Service Management

Together with the Nurse Manager, the post holder will:

• Contribute to the operational management of specialist bladder, bowel and continence services
• Monitor referral activity, caseload allocation, waiting times and service capacity
• Support service delivery planning to ensure safe and effective patient care
• Contribute to activity reporting, performance monitoring and achievement of agreed service objectives
• Identify risks to service delivery and implement appropriate escalation and mitigation plans
• Support the development of service improvement initiatives and clinical pathway optimisation

Clinical Governance, Quality and Risk Management

Together with the Nurse Manager the post holder will:

• Contribute to clinical governance frameworks and quality assurance activities

• Support incident reporting, complaint management, safeguarding processes and duty of candour requirements
• Participate in audit programmes, quality improvement projects and implementation of lessons learned
• Ensure clinical documentation, patient information and standard operating procedures remain compliant and evidence based
• Maintain awareness of regulatory requirements including NMC standards, CQC regulations, information governance and safeguarding guidance
• Support inspection readiness and quality assurance reviews where required

Education, Competency and Workforce Development

Together with the nurse manager the post holder will:

• Support development and delivery of competency frameworks relating to bladder, bowel and continence care
• Provide clinical supervision, mentorship and coaching to nursing colleagues
• Contribute to educational programmes for healthcare professionals, patients and carers
• Promote reflective practice, continuing professional development and evidence-based care
• Support competency assessment and sign-off processes within the clinical nursing team

Advanced Assessment and Diagnostic Support

Where appropriately trained and within scope of practice, the post holder will:

• Support bladder assessment pathways including intermittent self-catheterisation, catheter management and continence assessment
• Contribute to urodynamic and diagnostic service activities where commissioned
• Support development of patient pathways, safety-netting processes and follow-up arrangements
• Ensure diagnostic activity is accurately recorded and acted upon appropriately

Strategic Service Development

Together with the Nurse Manager the post holder will:

• Contribute to service development, pathway redesign and innovation programmes.
• Support the development of business cases, service proposals and improvement initiatives.
• Participate in quality improvement projects using audit findings, patient outcomes and patient feedback.
• Promote publication, presentation and dissemination of service outcomes and best practice.

Financial and Performance Responsibilities

Together with the nurse manager the post holder will:

• Support effective utilisation of clinical resources and service capacity
• Contribute to monitoring of key performance indicators and service outcomes
• Assist with collection and reporting of activity, productivity and quality metrics
• Support achievement of contractual requirements and service objectives
• Promote cost-effective, clinically appropriate use of products and resources

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 7 years nursing experience
• Experience of presenting and/or publishing
• Can demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the development of a quality service
• Ability to manage staff and demonstrate professional and managerial credibility
• Computer literate
• Experience of/involvement in CQC Regulations

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Nurse RGN (essential)
• Recognised Continence Care / Urology Qualification (desirable)
• Evidence of recent post registration training and development (desirable)

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

Hollister Ltd

Address

National Spinal Injuries Centre

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

Buckinghamshire

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hollister.co.uk/en-gb (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

An advert, can only say so much. full details of the role are in the enclosed Job Description . Please note this Job Description has been approved through the Royal College approval process.

We would love to speak to you about this role in more detail. For more information please see our contact details.

For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact:

Dr Kasu KIRAN - Clinical Director CAMHS,

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• CCT or Equivalent in CAMHS Psychiatry

Desirable

• Relevant Higher Degree eg: MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualification

Eligibility

Essential

• Full GMC Registration and licence
• Eligibility for Section 12 and AC Approval
• Inclusion (or eligibility for inclusion) on the specialist or specialty Trainee within 6 months of gaining CCT

Desirable

• Section 12/AC Approval
• Trainer Training to enable clinical and/or supervision of trainees

Teaching

Essential

• Evidence of teaching experience at post-graduate and/or under-graduate level

Desirable

• Specific evidence of organising teaching or medical education programmes
• Relevant teaching qualification

Research and Audit

Essential

• Experience of carrying out an audit project

Desirable

• Experience or involvement in a research project and publication

Clinical Skille, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of UK Hospital Systems (or equivalent) Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Previous experience of taking a leadership role in multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to manage own time, workload and prioritise clinical work
• Ability to use IT, including e-mail and the internet
• Knowledge of risk management
• Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others
• Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA

Desirable

• Evidence of specific achievements that demonstrate leadership 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

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The hive

Redruth

TR15 3QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed approved job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Please note Job description is subject to Royal College Approval process

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Recognised Medical Degree
• Full GMC Registration
• Inclusion (or eligibility for inclusion) on the Specialist Register or a Specialty Trainee within 6 months of gaining CCT
• Section 12 Approval

Desirable

• Relevant Higher Degree e.g., MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications
• Completion of Clinical and Educational Supervisor Training
• Approved Clinicain status

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and evidence of participation in CPD
• Experience working in an Inpatient setting

Desirable

• Experience of working across different services within mental health
• Other relevant experience, e.g., specific psychological therapies
• Qualifications or experience in managing physical illness

Skills

Essential

• Previous experience in taking a leadership role in several multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring high quality care and staff morale
• Ability to manage own time, workload and prioritise clinical work.
• Ability to appraise own performance
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Desirable

• Evidence of specific achievements that demonstrate leadership 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

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bolitho House

Penzance

TR18 4NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Line manager: Senior Receptionist

Accountable to: Operational Manager, Practice Manager or GP Partner in their absence

Job summary

The role of Medical Receptionist at Alderley Edge Medical Practice is to provide comprehensive reception and administrative support tothe GP Partners, Operational Manager and the Practice Manager.

To support the clinical team by signposting patients to the appropriate healthcare professional or service, working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

We expect the candidate to undertake reception duties, supporting the administrative team in delivering a polite and professional service to the patient population. This will include daily duties as part of task list, open and close as required, and managing administrative duties to support the clinical team and patients.

The successful candidate will be well organised, a team player, able to prioritise their work, have good attention to detail and have excellent communication skills.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in dealing with the public
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in General Practice.
• Previous experience with EMIS
• NHS 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Alderley Edge Medical Centre

Address

Alderley Edge Medical Practice

Talbot Road

Alderley Edge

Cheshire

SK9 7HR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.alderleyedgegp.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Enhanced Access Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

Job Title: Enhanced Access Healthcare Assistant (HCA) Reports To: Services Manager / Director Location: Tower Hamlets Network 2 PCN (Enhanced Access Sites) Hours: As per Enhanced Access service requirement, including evenings and weekends Salary: Depending on experience

Job Purpose

The Enhanced Access Healthcare Assistant (HCA) will support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care during evening and weekend Enhanced Access clinics across the Primary Care Network (PCN). The post holder will work with other healthcare professionals to provide clinical and administrative support, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient patient care.

The role will involve undertaking delegated clinical duties, supporting chronic disease monitoring, health promotion activities, and assisting clinicians in delivering enhanced access services to patients registered across the network.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Undertake routine clinical observations including:
• Blood pressure monitoring
• Pulse and oxygen saturation measurements
• Height, weight and BMI recording
• Temperature measurements
• Urinalysis
• Perform venepuncture in accordance with training and competency assessments.
• Carry out NHS Health Check activities where appropriately trained.
• Conduct ECG recordings.
• Assist patients with health screening programmes.
• Carry out smoking cessation, lifestyle, and health promotion activities.

Administrative Duties

• Record clinical information accurately within the clinical system.
• Ensure documentation is completed accurately and contemporaneously.
• Assist with stock monitoring and ordering of clinical supplies.
• Report equipment faults or shortages promptly.
• Support audit and quality improvement activities as required.

Patient Care Responsibilities

• Greet patients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Support patients to access appropriate services within primary care.
• Promote patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients during procedures.
• Escalate concerns regarding patient welfare promptly to an appropriate clinician.

Governance and Safety

• Work within the HCA scope of practice and competency framework.
• Adhere to PCN, practice and NHS policies and procedures.
• Comply with Infection Prevention and Control standards.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in accordance with GDPR and NHS requirements.
• Report incidents, accidents, near misses, and safeguarding concerns appropriately.
• Support the delivery of safe services during evenings and weekends.

Communication and Working Relationships

The post holder will work closely with:

• GPs
• Practice Nurses
• Nurse Practitioners
• Pharmacists
• Care Coordinators
• Reception and Administration Teams
• PCN Management Team
• Patients and carers

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Qualifications

• Care Certificate or equivalent healthcare qualification.
• Evidence of healthcare assistant training.
• Venepuncture competency (or willingness to undertake training).

Experience

• Experience working within Primary Care, Community, NHS, or healthcare settings.
• Experience taking routine clinical observations.
• Experience working directly with patients.
• Experience maintaining accurate records.

Knowledge

• Understanding of confidentiality and information governance.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.
• Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Understanding of professional boundaries and scope of practice.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good IT skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and punctual.
• Flexible approach to working evenings and weekends.
• Professional and patient-focused.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience working within GP practices or PCNs.
• Experience supporting chronic disease management clinics.
• NHS Health Check training.
• Knowledge of EMIS Web and/or SystmOne.
• Understanding of Enhanced Access service specifications.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel between Enhanced Access sites across the PCN where required.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and mandatory training.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays in line with service needs.

Enhanced Access Specific Duties

The post holder will support delivery of:

• Routine GP and nursing appointments.
• Long-term condition monitoring clinics.
• Vaccination and immunisation programmes (where appropriately trained).
• Health promotion and prevention services.
• Network-wide Enhanced Access clinics operating during evenings and weekends.

This role is central to ensuring patients have timely access to safe, high-quality care outside of core practice hours while supporting the achievement of PCN Enhanced Access service objectives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Care Certificate, NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care, or equivalent healthcare qualification.
• Evidence of Healthcare Assistant training.
• Phlebotomy certificate.
• Venepuncture competency or willingness to undertake training.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

Desirable

• NHS Health Check qualification/training.
• ECG competency.
• Training in wound care, long-term condition monitoring, or vaccinations.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).

Experience

Essential

• Essential
• Experience working in a healthcare setting such as a GP practice, community service, hospital, or care environment.
• Experience providing direct patient care and support.
• Experience undertaking basic clinical observations.
• Experience maintaining accurate patient records.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience communicating effectively with patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.

Desirable

• Desirable
• Previous experience working within Primary Care or a Primary Care Network (PCN).
• Experience performing venepuncture and ECGs.
• Experience supporting long-term condition management clinics.
• Experience using EMIS Web or SystmOne.
• Experience working in evening, weekend, or extended-hours healthcare services.

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 End Health Network

Address

20 Old Montague Street

London

E1 5PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.eehn.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Project Support Officer will support the PMO Manager, Project Managers and programme/project leads to deliver high quality, proactive project support for digital initiatives across the Trust. The post holder will act as a key point of contact for managers and staff in relation to project delivery status, project documentation and governance processes. The role will include monitoring and tracking project plans, action logs, risks, issues, dependencies, lessons learned and benefits information. The post holder will assist with the development and maintenance of project trackers, dashboards, process diagrams, reports and governance documentation, ensuring information is accurate, complete and available to support decision-making. They will coordinate monthly updates from project teams, support preparation of reports for Project Board and portfolio meetings, and help maintain consistent document management standards across the project portfolio. The post holder will provide project coordination and governance support for board and team-level meetings, including organising meetings, preparing and distributing papers, taking accurate minutes, capturing decisions and actions, and following up progress against agreed actions. They will also support project communications, stakeholder engagement, training coordination and project workshops that enable effective implementation and delivery.

The role requires excellent organisational, communication and prioritisation skills and the ability to work with clinical, operational, technical, managerial and supplier stakeholders. The post holder will contribute to best practice programme and project methodology, continuous improvement within the PMO and effective delivery of digital change that supports patients, staff, managers and clinicians.

Person Specification

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post. Presents a professional image at all times.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject, or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in a specialist area. Evidence of relevant learning or development in project support, programme support, governance, business support, coordination or service improvement.

Desirable

• PRINCE2 Foundation, Managing Successful Programmes Foundation, P3O Foundation or recognised industry equivalent qualification, or experience within the areas outlined. Microsoft 365/SharePoint or MS Project training would be useful.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of programme or project management support, business support, project coordination or governance support in a challenging and changing environment. Experience of working in a process-driven environment and in accordance with governance. Experience of maintaining project documentation, plans, trackers, action logs, risk and issue logs and reports. Experience of taking effective minutes, including accurate records of decisions and actions. Demonstrable experience of using Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a Programme or Project Management Office. Experience of working within an NHS environment. Experience of using Microsoft 365/SharePoint or MS Project. Experience of supporting group discussions, collaborative working, workshops, training sessions or project events.

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Strong organisational skills and ability to work in a structured way. Ability to prioritise effectively, use initiative and work productively without high levels of supervision. Standard keyboard skills and confident use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Awareness of formal programme and project management methodologies. Knowledge of data protection, Caldicott principles and the need to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work well under pressure and contribute positively within a team environment.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Microsoft 365/SharePoint or MS Project. Understanding of broad NHS roles, responsibilities, structures and processes. Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and common sense when problem solving. Able to facilitate group discussions, encourage participation and support collaborative working.

Employer details

Employer name

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

County Durham

DL3 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Interviews will be held on 27/10/2026

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with the general public

Desirable

• Similar portering experience or some care experience.
• Experience of handling difficult or violent persons
• Training in similar portering duties.

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Able to demonstrate literacy, numeracy and comprehension skills.
• Basic Health and Safety, COSHH, Moving and Handling and Food Hygiene knowledge, or willingness to learn through on the job training

Desirable

• Food Safety level 2 certificate.
• Welcome host certificate
• Health and Safety, COSHH, Moving and Handling training.

Other

Essential

• Able to work flexibly as required
• Driving licence as required to drive Health Board vehicles

Desirable

• Category C1 driving licence
• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Withybush General Hospital

Fishguard Road

Haverfordwest

SA61 2PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Have advanced keyboard skills to be used to provide accurate timely referrals/letters, processing via audio typing.

Responsible for accurate filing, both physically and electronically, of patient information in a timely manner.

Manage the non NHS work ensuring that this is completed in line with GDPR regulations including e-mails, insurance forms, DWP applications and private letter requests.

Deal with telephone queries, using initiative, and judgement on necessary action to be taken, and dealing sensitively with distressed callers. Chasing outstanding pathology and radiology results/reports.

Liaise in a professional manner with patients, relatives, carers, colleagues, clinicians, GPs and other professionals.

Manage time effectively to ensure that work is completed within timescales.

Plan day to day working using initiative to prioritise workload/amend work planning to meet service requirements.

Process incoming and outgoing correspondence for the service, ensuring urgent action is taken where appropriate, i.e. abnormal investigation results, urgent referrals.

Will be responsible for chronic disease management ensuring that patients on these registers are regularly monitored in line with clinical protocol.

Competent use of computer systems for entering and retrieving patient information.

Service Management

Review and deal with all incoming mail on a daily basis analyse and implement immediate action for urgent matters.

Ensure patient notes are kept up to date and relevant correspondence filed.

Ask for advice and report any difficulties to an appropriate team member.

Service Improvement

To ensure that improvements and adjustments agreed to working practices are implemented and taken forward.

Suggest improvements found in daily used procedures to aid service delivery.

Act as a key point of contact for relevant team.

Communicate effectively and establish a good working relationship with a wide range of people, to include GPs and clinical staff, Senior Managers, peers, patients and outside agencies, i.e. Consultants and Hospital Staff.

Exercise tact, diplomacy and sympathy when dealing with patients and their relatives.

Ensure that any barriers to interpretation are dealt with, for example, checking with medical staff when dictation is unclear.

Type confidential, highly sensitive letters, medical reports to a high degree of accuracy and ensure prompt distribution to relevant parties.

Keep a record of activity, i.e. diary and personal journal.

Confidentiality should be considered at all times in any communication whether written or oral.

Attend team meetings when requested to do so.

Responsible for monitoring and maintaining standard office conditions. Reporting of general faults, loose plugs, fused bulbs, and specific office equipment.

In accordance with organisational policy, plan, prepare and take an active part in the Personal Development Review (PDR) process.

With the line manager/medical secretary, formulate a personal development plan, and act on areas of training identified to develop and improve professional knowledge within the role.

Record and keep a personal journal of development and training activities undertaken, in preparation for the PDR process.

Process and file patient correspondence using both physical and electronic systems in compliance with agreed policies and procedures.

Take responsibility for all medical records within the department and ensure their safe return to the Medical Records Library and/or relevant Medical Secretary.

Maintain confidentiality of information at all times and adhere to the Data Protection and Access to Health Records Acts.

Undertake training and effectively use the full range of computer packages available within a GP practice Clinical System. This includes using the hospital patient data base (Myrddin), intranet, e-mail, Microsoft word, Excel, Powerpoint, Oracle (Procurement System).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Grade 1 to C in English and Maths

Desirable

• Excellent keyboard and IT skills

Experience

Essential

• Excellent keyboard and IT skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in medical industry

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

GP Practice in Wales

Address

Coach & Horses Surgery

Pentre Road

St. Clears

CARMARTHEN

Dyfed

SA33 4AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://gpwales.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *A-Levels or NVQ3 or equivalent
• *5 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English language and mathematics

Experience

Essential

• *Knowledge of information governance, health and safety, infection control, safeguarding

Desirable

• *Experience of working in eye care
• *Experience of delivering technicianled ophthalmic services
• *Experience working with adults including adults who have significant sensory impairment or learning difficulties
• *Experience of working within the NHS
• *Technical knowledge of how to set up and operate Humphrey analysers and how to modify testing to ensure accuracy of the results obtained
• *Knowledge of refractive errors and how they are corrected with spectacles
• *Technical knowledge of how to operate manual and automated lens analyser to assess single vision, bifocal and varifocal lenses
• *Knowledge of how to select the most appropriate method for assessing visual acuity taking into account the ability and understanding of individual patients

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Excellent hand / eye coordination, dexterity and speed when performing clinical investigations
• *Innovative approach to work and must be able to respond quickly to changes in working practice
• *Sound problem solving skills
• *Ability to follow protocols accurately and to work under sustained pressure whilst maintaining high levels of concentration
• *Ability to write clearly and interpret instructions
• *Ability to keep and maintain detailed patient records at all times
• *Ability to maintain and utilise department and Trust information systems and ensure the accuracy of the information held
• *Experience using microsoft office
• *Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and evolve professional relationships with staff at all levels
• *Excellent communication skills (verbal and non-verbal) and ability to overcome barriers to communication that may relate to language / hearing / vision / age / intelligence
• *Ability to demonstrate well developed communication and persuasion skills needed to work with patients with long-term conditions that may require a lifetime of regular hospital attendance and treatment
• *Willingness to acquire and develop new skills by attending training/short courses in the field of Ophthalmology
• *Willingness to undertake self-study in the field of Ophthalmology as appropriate
• *Willingness to attend external training courses and demonstrable commitment to personal development
• *Willingness to complete on the job training in the field of Ophthalmology
• *Must be able to identify own limitations in theoretical and practical skills and thus when to seek the advice of a senior colleague
• *Self- motivated with strong commitment to high standard of patient care
• *Methodical, well organised and efficient
• *Effective time manager and able to prioritise own workload
• *Must demonstrate a pleasant, helpful disposition at all times and be able to make decisions and resolve problems
• *Ability to manage challenging complex cases where patients are distressed
• *Ability to work successfully as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• *Flexibility over sessions worked as this post may involve some Saturday and evening working
• *Cross site working will be expected

Desirable

• *Previous experience using automated perimetry in line with set competency standards
• *Ability to take OCT / OCT-A scans
• *Ability to use Optos, Kowa, Anterion
• *Ability to run a technician-led clinic
• *Experience using Medisoft/Medisight/ clinical portal

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)