Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Assist GP's to help deliver effective implementation of management of pts in Primary Care.

Support the implementation of evidence-based guidelines in conjunction with the practice nursing team.

Encourage the development of integrated services within Primary Care to include integrated practice based teams and multidisciplinary working.

Promote your own continuing professional development.

Recognize the opportunities for working in partnership with the PCN and Practices involved within the PCN.

Participate in an annual appraisal.

Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the GMS contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks.

Experience in Chronic Disease Management - Respiratory (Asthma/COPD)

Undertake opportunistic screening when clinically required.

Perform venipuncture and electrocardiography

Undertake wound care/ management/dressing techniques.

Leg ulcer management, Doppler and bandaging.

Perform cervical screening and promote breast awareness.

Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction, ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs.

Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately.

Provide an adult and childhood immunisation service working to Patient Group Directions - following appropriate training if required.

Deliver travel health care, including vaccinations and advice for patients - following appropriate training if required.

Recognise the signs of child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse, addictive behaviours and suicidal tendencies and be aware of local, referral procedures.

Ensure that current evidence based approach to patients are standard practice

Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and body fluids spillages and report and treat sharps injuries.

Undertake first aid and management of emergencies, e.g. burns, haemorrhage, hypo/hyperglycaemic emergencies/asthma attacks.

Undertake annual training and demonstrates competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques Research, Audit and Quality

Encourage the development of a practice audit strategy and action plan for Primary Care.

Contribute to the provision of equitable, high quality services for patients in the locality.

Help support the integration across primary, secondary and tertiary care services.

Maintain an interest in national research initiatives and disseminate appropriate information to health professionals if asked to do so.

Ensure all care is evidence based using up to date validated literature.

Contribute to research and development programs where required to improve clinical practice

Following identified training needs, participate in training and facilitation of other practice nurses & health care assistants.

Participate in partnership programs of awareness raising, detection and prevention of chronic diseases.

Maintain a level of expertise in specific chronic disease management and other pertinent areas of health care, and seek to develop new and improved skills.

Advise members of the public on the concepts of health promotion, education, prevention and protection

Seek out new knowledge of nursing and health by reading, enquiring and partaking in continuous education program.

Take responsibility for personal development and education.

Direct, supervise and help mentor nurses and health care assistants in the clinical setting.

Actively participate in multidisciplinary education and training.

Monitor and maintain consistency of professional standards and take appropriate action if standards are not met.

Maintain professional development by attending relevant courses and study days to keep abreast of current knowledge and developments.

Completing all mandatory training modules as specified.

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

Maintain communication and liaise with other disciplines across primary, secondary and tertiary care services as and when necessary

Contribute to and work effectively within the primary care team

Assist in clinical audit and the setting and monitoring of standards of care.

Maintain accurate patient records

Advise and support other members of the team aiming towards common objectives.

Additional Duties

To assist in seasonal projects as requested e.g. Flu campaign

Assisting doctors and nurses with minor surgical procedures as required.

IPC Lead working alongside the Practice MASO

Key Skills and Personal Characteristics

An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality

An understanding and acceptance of ones capabilities and awareness of own limitations

Ability to work without direct supervision and to determine own workload priorities

Flexibility of working hours

Excellent communication skills

Registered Health Professional

Abide by the legal requirements and statutory rules relating to practice and record and maintain registration with NMC/ Medical Indemnity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Nursing or Equivalent
• Registration with NMC
• Chronic Disease - Respiratory
• Treatment Room Diploma

Desirable

• Family Planning experience
• Further clinical study relevant to clinical practice

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Primary care Treatment Room practices
• Must be a qualified nurse with post registration/ graduate experience
• Hold an accredited course in Treatment Room practice
• Must be able to demonstrate experience and knowledge
• Chronic Disease - Respiratory

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice
• Family Planning 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

The Dow Surgery

Address

The Dow Surgery

William Street

Redditch

Worcestershire

B97 4AJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate clinical supervision course to enable supervision of trainees (or completion within 6 months of commencement in post)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people from across the life span with a range of mental health issues and cognitive profiles.
• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Demonstrable post registration clinical experience, competencies and an interest in working with people with complex emotional needs.
• Experience of contributing to clinical practice/service development/project work.
• Experience of supervising assistant psychologists.
• Evidence of leadership experience.
• Training and/or experience of trauma interventions.
• Training and/or experience of family interventions.
• Experience of risk formulation and management.
• Subject to reasonable adjustments in respect of any disability, candidates must possess a valid driving licence and be able to drive and have the unrestricted use of a car or motorcycle for work at all times including community based work.

Desirable

• Prior training in DBT (desirable). You will be supported to attend the NHSE funded PG Dip training in DBT

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

18 Mole Business Park

Randalls Road

Leatherhead

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more detailed information on the role and main responsibilities, please find the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Business Admin or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable working in an administrative role

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tandridge Hub

Church Road

Caterham

CR3 5RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

2.MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST:Clinical Duties and Responsibilities:To maintain standards of technical competency in EP and in the provision of all technical cardiac procedures (invasive and non-invasive).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 participate in the 24/7 on-call PPCI service provided by the Clinical Measurements

Managerial:To take responsibility for day to day running of the EP service including stock management and ordering, and to ensure that staff are aware of the economical use of supplies.To ensure that all data entered on the invasive (EP and pacing) database is timely and accurate and that statistical records and audits are produced when required.To deputise for the Operations Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist when necessary for management of the department.To be responsible for the management of junior cardiac physiology personnelTo assist with all aspects of the organisation and performance of the invasive service.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. 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 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 Solus, Cerner Millenium and any other computerised systems integral to the running of the department.To manage own time to achieve a balance between clinical and administrative duties.To assist with the recruitment and retention of staff within the Clinical Measurements Department.To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Operations Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist or his deputies.Communication with manufacturers/suppliers regarding stock and/or equipment management.To authorise agency/overtime/sickness in line with local policies

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 Cardiac Physiology, as required.To supervise the training, development and appraisal of professional competence of all staff within ones area of responsibility.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 Operations Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist.To maintain professional accreditation through appropriate Continuous Professional and Personal Development.To ensure that own mandatory training is up to date.To participate in the training and development of local competencies of junior staff within the department.To actively maintain a progressive learning environment for all grades and disciplines of staff within the area of responsibility.To support a rigorous training programme within the department ensuring all physiologists attain state registration.Administration:To register patient attendances on the departments Solus databaseTo book appointments onto Solus, facilitating patient choiceTo be familiar with Cerner Millenium to track patient progression, case notes, and patient demographicand episode details.To order portering services on the Cerner Millenium to facilitate movement of patients and/or equipment.To communicate efficiently on the telephone with all staff, patients, and visitorsTo 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 Cardiac 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

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology or Equivalent
• Intermediate Life Support Skills
• IBHRE in EP or BHRS or Equivalent

Desirable

• BHRS or IBHRE in Devices
• RCCP registration or equivalent

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive experience with RF and cryo-ablation therapy
• Extensive experience in physiological investigations including cover for 24/7 PPCI service
• Extensive knowledge of invasive cardiology with competency in PCI, simple and complex device implants
• Demonstrate competency in supporting ILR/pacemaker/ICD and CRT implantation and follow up, and invasive techniques
• Demonstrate competency to lead in ECG, ETT, Ambulatory Monitoring, pacing and complex device follow-up

Desirable

• Experience with 3D mapping system
• Staff management
• Experience of stock control

Other requirements

Essential

• Adaptable and flexible
• Ability to wear lead apron
• Ability to work cross-site
• Ability to work extended working hours

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

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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

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

The Practice Nurse at St George's Medical Centre is managerially responsible to the Practice Manager, clinically responsible to the Lead Practice Nurse, and accountable to The Partners.

Key Clinical Duties

• Diagnosing, monitoring, and managing long-term conditions.
• Reviewing medication for therapeutic effectiveness.
• Managing health promotion programs like smoking cessation and weight management.
• Administering adult, child, and travel vaccinations.
• Delivering evidence-based wound care
• Delivering NHS health programmes, e.g. cervical screening.

Quality and Governance

• Practising within the NMC professional code of conduct.
• Maintaining accurate, complete, and contemporaneous patient records.
• Aligning clinical care with NICE, CQC, and NSF guidelines.
• Participating in clinical audits (e.g. IPC) and searches for QOF.

Health, Safety, and Confidentiality

• Complying with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott Report principles.
• Managing bodily fluid spills promptly using designated spill kits.
• Adhering strictly to local and national infection control measures.
• Identifying and referring cases regarding domestic abuse and vulnerable people.

Professional Development & Teamwork

• Actively participating in annual appraisals and clinical supervision.
• Supporting the training and development of colleagues.
• Delegating duties appropriately based on competence assessments.
• Attending regular clinical and administrative team meetings.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• 2+ years post registration experience
• Evidence of post registration training and education
• Competent time management and organisational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Evidence of multidisciplinary team working, and a good team player.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Computer literate

Desirable

• Management of patients with long term conditions and health promotion strategies
• Experience knowledge and understanding of local and national primary care issues
• Awareness of clinical governance issues in primary care
• Clinical Skills see job description
• Experience with QOF.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration First Level Nurse.
• NMC Registration.
• Trained in diabetes reviews, but if not willing to undertake training.
• Trianed to perform Cervical Screening, immunisations, travel clinic advice etc.,

Desirable

• Completion of practice nurse foundation course or equivalent
• Other relevant specialist PN training.
• Asthma and COPD trained.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Self motivated and enthusiastic.
• Demonstrate high levels of self-awareness, i.e. strengths and weaknesses
• Flexibility, reliability, responsive to change
• Team orientated.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Willingness to undergo education/training for both personal and service needs
• Ability to work effectively
• under pressure.

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

St. George's Medical Centre

Address

7 Sunningfields Road

London

NW4 4QR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The duties of the post holder include booking patients into clinics and making follow up appointments as well as the accurate coding of Outpatient procedures, and ensuring all outcomes and DNAs are recorded in a timely manner. The post holder will provide a full and comprehensive reception service to Outpatient clinic areas across hospital sites and community locations.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with the public in a face-to-face setting.

Desirable

• Previous reception experience, within a medical setting.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths & English

Desirable

• Customer Care course

Skills, knowledge and competencies

Essential

• Basic keyboard skills
• Ability to adapt to changing practices.
• Have a positive and enthusiastic approach to work.

Desirable

• Knowledge of in-house 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.

Employer details

Employer name

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (WHH)

Address

Warrington Hospital

Lovely Lane

Warrington

WA51QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be aware of and act appropriately on Trust Safeguarding Children Polices and Procedures.

Under the direction of the Advanced Early Years Practitioner assist in the day to day running of the nursery in accordance with all Trust and Nursery policies and procedures.

Sustain and develop good practice within the nursery, by sharing responsibility in offering a stimulating environment for the children in your care by ensuring a contribution of ideas covering The New Early Yearly Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) ensuring that a child can develop to the appropriate age and stage of development. Through observations on your key children produce individual short and medium term development plans.

As a key worker to a designated group of children be responsible for the documentation of the childrens Learning Journeys, enabling you to provide positive feedback to parents.

Engage in all physical aspects of the childrens health, well being, care and play i.e. lifting, running, bending sitting on the floor.

Develop links with parents and encourage parental participation within the nursery. Be understanding and receptive to parents wishes. Offer encouragement and advice when appropriate.

Be aware of the confidential aspects of work, treating all confidential information relating to the children, parents, staff and professional contacts in a manner which will protect the individual.

Follow all guidelines with regards to the administration of medication as well as the daily health and safety checks made within the nursery.

Attend regular team meetings and annual staff training to maintain all annual statutory training including Safeguarding Children and Adults, Information Governance, Health and Safety, Manual Handling, Equal Opportunities, Hand Hygiene and Fire Training.

For further information about this post, please contact: Catherine Loughman, ext. 4757 / Kelly Chester, ext. 2192..

Person Specification

Qualifications and Further Training

Essential

• oNVQ3 in Childcare and Education

Experience

Essential

• oPrevious experience working with children 3 months - 5 years.

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

Cross site

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description and personal specification document for more information on the requirement for this job.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registration as a Mental Health Nurse
• Successful completion of mentorship course

Experience

Essential

• Further training or experience to post graduate diploma level or Extensive post registration experience working in Mental Health
• Subject to reasonable adjustments in respect of any disability, candidates must possess a valid driving licence and be able to drive and have the unrestricted use of a car or motorcycle for work at all times including community based work.
• Aware of personal and professional boundaries
• Clinical supervision training

Desirable

• Experience working in a Community Mental Healh Setting

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gatton Place

St Mathews road Redhill

Redhill

RH1 1TA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the contract.

Furthermore, the post holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registered

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

Church Langley Medical Practice

Address

Church Langley Community Centre

Church Langley Way

Harlow

Essex

CM17 9TG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Be part of the community neighbourhood (INT) leadership team and provide a supervisory/consultation role for staff both within the service line and INT when required.

To be responsible for the development and maintenance of effective clinical pathways within the service line and wider community INT team.

Support safe, efficient and effective high-quality transitions in and out of the service line. (For full details, please refer to the enclosed Job description).

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working at band 6 or higher.
• Professional knowledge acquired through degree supplemented by post registration/post graduate specialist training, experience and/or short courses, CPD or equivalent, including Practice Supervisor and Practice Assessor (PSPA) / mentorship qualification.
• Subject to any reasonable adjustments required under the Equality Act, applicants must hold a valid driving licence, be able to drive, and have unrestricted access to a car or motorcycle for work-related travel.

Desirable

• Experience of leading clinical practice

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC, HCPC, SWE Registration

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Waverley Neighbourhood mental health team

Berkeley House

Godalming

GU7 1QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description

Clinical Pharmacist / Independent Prescriber

Job Summary

St. Georges Medical Centre is seeking an experienced Clinical Pharmacist who is a qualified Independent Prescriber to join our multidisciplinary primary care team.

The post holder will work closely with GPs, nurses, HCAs, pharmacists and other members of the practice team to provide high-quality, safe and effective medicines management and clinical care.

The role will include managing patients with long-term conditions, undertaking structured medication reviews, medicines optimisation and independent prescribing within the post holders clinical competence.

We are particularly interested in appointing a pharmacist with experience or a strong clinical interest in diabetes, who can contribute to the management and optimisation of treatment for patients with Type 2 diabetes and other associated long-term conditions.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The post holder will: -

• Undertake patient-facing clinical medication reviews and Structured Medication Reviews.
• Independently prescribe, amend and discontinue medication within their recognised scope of competence.
• Manage patients with long-term conditions in accordance with evidence-based guidance and agreed practice protocols.
• Provide particular support for the management of patients with diabetes, including medication reviews, treatment optimisation, monitoring and appropriate follow-up.
• Review patients taking multiple medications and identify opportunities to reduce inappropriate polypharmacy.
• Review patients with complex medication regimes and those at increased risk of medicines-related harm.
• Support the practice in achieving high standards of prescribing quality and medicines safety.
• Review medication following hospital admission, outpatient appointments and other transitions of care.
• Undertake medication reconciliation following hospital discharge.
• Identify and resolve prescribing discrepancies and medicines-related problems.
• Provide advice and support to GPs, nurses and other members of the clinical team on medicines-related matters.
• Support repeat prescribing processes and deal with appropriate medication queries from patients and healthcare professionals.
• Review monitoring requirements for medicines and ensure appropriate investigations and follow-up are undertaken.
• Support patients in understanding their medicines and encourage adherence and shared decision-making.
• Refer patients appropriately to GPs or other healthcare professionals where issues fall outside the pharmacists clinical competence.

Diabetes and Long-Term Condition Management

The successful candidate will be encouraged to take an active role in the care of patients with diabetes.

Depending on experience and competence, this may include:-

• Reviewing patients with Type 2 diabetes.
• Optimising oral and injectable diabetic medication.
• Reviewing cardiovascular and renal risk factors associated with diabetes.
• Monitoring medication effectiveness, side effects and adherence.
• Supporting achievement of individualised HbA1c and other treatment targets.
• Reviewing blood results and other clinical monitoring.
• Supporting patients with lifestyle and medicines-related education.
• Working collaboratively with GPs, nurses and other clinicians in the management of more complex patients.
• Supporting the practice in meeting relevant QOF and locally commissioned diabetes indicators.

The post holder must work within their own professional competence and refer appropriately where specialist or medical input is required.

Medicines Optimisation and Prescribing

The post holder will: -

• Promote safe, effective and cost-effective prescribing.
• Apply national and local prescribing guidance where appropriate.
• Support implementation of medicines alerts, safety communications and prescribing guidance.
• Identify patients who may benefit from changes to medication or additional monitoring.
• Support appropriate antimicrobial stewardship.
• Review high-risk medications and associated monitoring.
• Contribute to initiatives designed to improve prescribing quality and reduce medicines-related harm.
• Work with community pharmacies, secondary care providers and other healthcare professionals to resolve medicines-related issues.

Quality and Clinical Governance

The post holder will: -

• Contribute to the achievement of QOF and other contractual or locally commissioned clinical targets.
• Participate in clinical audits and quality-improvement work.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records using the practice clinical system.
• Work in accordance with practice policies, clinical protocols and information-governance requirements.
• Report and contribute to the investigation of significant events, prescribing errors and patient-safety incidents where appropriate.
• Participate in clinical meetings and multidisciplinary discussions as required.
• Maintain appropriate professional registration and fulfil continuing professional development requirements.

Communication and Teamworking

The post holder will: -

• Work as an integral member of the practice multidisciplinary team.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
• Provide clear explanations to patients regarding medication changes, benefits, risks and monitoring.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, HCAs, pharmacists, administrative staff, community pharmacists and secondary care teams.
• Develop effective working relationships across the practice and wider Primary Care Network.

Professional Responsibilities

The post holder must: -

• Be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Hold a recognised Independent Prescribing qualification.
• Practise in accordance with GPhC professional standards.
• Work within their individual scope of competence and seek appropriate support when required.
• Maintain appropriate professional indemnity arrangements.
• Maintain continuing professional development relevant to the role.
• Demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Confidentiality

The post holder will have access to confidential information relating to patients, their carers, practice staff and other healthcare organisations.

All information must be treated in the strictest confidence and managed in accordance with data protection legislation, NHS information-governance requirements and practice policies.

Safeguarding

The post holder must be aware of their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and must undertake appropriate safeguarding training in accordance with their role.

Health and Safety

The post holder is required to comply with the practices health and safety policies and take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of colleagues, patients and visitors.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

St. Georges Medical Centre is committed to equality of opportunity and to providing an inclusive working environment. The post holder is expected to treat patients, colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect at all times.

Flexibility

This job description is intended to provide an outline of the main responsibilities of the post and is not exhaustive. Duties may develop over time in response to changes within the practice, primary care and the wider NHS.

Any significant changes will be discussed with the post holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent
• Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Qualified Independent Prescriber
• Evidence of relevant continuing professional development

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy, primary care, diabetes or a related area
• Additional recognised qualification or training in diabetes management

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration experience as a pharmacist
• Experience of undertaking clinical medication reviews
• Experience of medicines optimisation and managing complex medication regimes
• Experience of independent prescribing within own scope of competence
• Experience of managing patients with long-term conditions

Desirable

• Experience working in General Practice or Primary Care
• Experience of managing patients with Type 2 diabetes
• Experience of optimising diabetes medication, including newer therapies
• Experience of Structured Medication Reviews
• Experience of polypharmacy and high-risk medication reviews
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary primary care team
• Experience of QOF and other primary care clinical targets

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Strong knowledge of medicines, prescribing and medicines optimisation
• Ability to assess patients and make appropriate evidence-based prescribing decisions
• Ability to recognise the limits of own clinical competence and refer appropriately
• Good understanding of medication monitoring requirements and medicines safety
• Ability to interpret relevant clinical information and blood-test results
• Good understanding of the management of common long-term conditions
• Knowledge of local and national prescribing guidance
• Understanding of antimicrobial stewardship

Desirable

• Strong knowledge and practical experience of diabetes management
• Knowledge of current guidance relating to Type 2 diabetes
• Understanding of cardiovascular and renal risk management in patients with diabetes

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

St. George's Medical Centre

Address

7 Sunningfields Road

London

NW4 4QR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and adhere to this at all times.
• To demonstrate clinical expertise in care of any patients receiving treatment in the ward / department 3
• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of patients on the ward / department on an ongoing basis, co-ordinating the care given by all members of the clinical team.
• To accurately assimilate and interpret clinical information about the patient’ condition, promptly report changes and instigate remedial action as appropriate • To act as a resource person to others, providing accurate information, advice and support the multidisciplinary team, patients and their relatives.
• To ensure that accurate records are maintained reflecting both changes in the patient’s condition and treatment delivered.
• To act as a mentor to junior staff members, responsible for orientation, supervision and ongoing development of junior and student nurses in conjunction with the departmental manager and relevant practice education team.
• To act as a preceptor, responsible for completing competency documents for junior staff within agreed timeframes .
• To act as a practice supervisor and practice assessor to nursing students undertaking further education as requested and required. Ensuring a positive learning experience and facilitating the development of their clinical skills.
• To contribute to the wider educational activities within the directorate – ensuring attendance at and contributing to the delivery of educational activities within the directorate • To promote and encourage the application of research and evidence based practice.
• To participate in any research projects conducted in the clinical area as appropriate.
• To manage the clinical workload effectively, ensuring care is prioritised appropriately 4 .
• To contribute positively towards the delivery of a cost effective service, adjusting staffing levels to meet demand and assisting the ward manager to keep within agreed resources • To assist with the ongoing organisation of the ward / department, co-ordinating activities of the clinical area.
• To liaise with the MDT, Bed managers and site managers to ensure optimal bed usage at all times, facilitating timely admission and discharge if patients.
• To act as a team leader to an identified group of staff, monitoring and documenting the development of their clinical skills .
• To develop own skills in recruitment and retention, sickness management and performance manager as determined by the line manager.
• To actively support the process of patient safety and quality – ensuring incidents are reported appropriately and helping identify ways of preventing errors and accidents to both patients and staff .
• To make a positive contribution to service development affecting the clinical area and positively influence others to adapt to change .
• To actively promote patient experience, assisting in resolving (informal) complaints and supporting the ward / departmental manager to investigate formal complaint.
• To work within and accept responsibility for maintaining agreed levels of clinical competence.
• To keep up to date with NMC, Trust and directorate values and adhere to these at all times.
• To be a fully active and committed member of the multidisciplinary team operating in the directorate .
• To demonstrate an insight into own professional development, contributing to the process of identifying own educational needs and clinical training needs in conjunction with the ward / department manager .
• Participate in own individual performance review and after suitable training to be responsible for undertaking for own team of staff.
• To ensure own educational commitment is at least sufficient to maintain revalidation requirements and ensure own mandatory training certificates are current.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (part 1 register)
• Evidence of continued professional studies related to area of speciality
• Teaching qualification such as practice assessor or mentorship

Desirable

• Degree in nursing or equivalent
• Evidence of presentation/teaching skills
• Leadership courses
• Minimum standard ILS competent

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate clinical expertise relevant to area
• Demonstrate interest and commitment to the professional development of others
• Able to contribute to the development of students, nurses and self
• Able to contribute to develop the workplace as a learning environment
• Awareness and understanding of current health issues and in particular demonstrate a good understanding of the NHS long term plan and other recent initiatives

Desirable

• Previous experience of leading change in a clinical environment
• An understanding of HR processes and issues pertaining to staff management
• An understanding of nursing issues in relation to finance management

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 Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more detailed information on the role and main responsibilities, please find the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Business Admin or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable working in an administrative role

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tandridge Hub

Church Road

Caterham

CR3 5RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email [email protected] if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Experience/ Knowledge

Essential

• Current professional registration as an RMN/AHP/Social Worker with extensive experience of managing a caseload of patients.
• Formal postgraduate qualification in leadership, advanced clinical practise or a relevant specialist area or equivalent relevant experience. Or evidence of postgraduate level knowledge such as level 7 in leadership, complex care, mental health, dementia or behaviour management or equivalent relevant experience.
• Mentorship course or equivalent
• Management qualification or equivalent experience
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in relevant area of speciality supplemented by specialist clinical, managerial training and CPD
• Extensive experience of managing an area; including management of rotas, resources, budgets and staff
• Experience in staff / practice development including undertaking appraisals, supervision and Personal Development Plans
• Recent Complex Care experience
• Evidence of working extensively within Mental Health / Social care settings
• Extensive experience of Mental Health Service Provision including the Mental Health Act 1983
• Experience of delivering/supporting training
• Knowledge of patient discharge processes
• Knowledge of healthcare funding processes
• Knowledge of relevant legislation relating to patient care

Desirable

• Post graduate teaching certificate/module.
• Relevant post registered qualifications
• Safeguarding Adults Level 3
• Managing Challenging Behaviours and Physical Intervention training or equivalent
• An understanding of local health and social care commissioning
• Evidence of participation in using recognised assessment tools
• Experience of conducting own projects successfully
• Experience of working with patients with a dual diagnosis - drug and alcohol
• Experience of taking part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non-verbal) and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player, as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Well-developed IT skills
• Ability to work autonomously without direct supervision
• Able to chair multi-agency meetings
• Knowledge and experience of clinical governance

Attributes

Essential

• Ability to use own initiative and organise and prioritise own delegated workload
• Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills and to be flexible and adapt to changing situations
• Ability to function effectively under pressure and deal with the unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
• Ability to deal with distressing circumstances
• Ability to deal with potential high levels of violence and aggression

Additional requirements

Essential

• Ability to work across sites
• Ability to work flexibly across a seven-day period

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

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reception Duties

Utilise computer system to ensure efficiency of appointment system and monitor flow of patients into consulting and treatment rooms

To make new or follow-up appointments over the telephone or in person in accordance with the Practice Policy

Ensure that patients who need urgent appointments are seen in accordance with the Practice Policy

To answer general enquiries in person or on the telephone, explaining surgery procedures.

Explain practice arrangements and formal requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover, ensuring procedures are completed.

To receive written repeat prescription requests and to issue repeat prescriptions and set out for doctors to check and sign before collection.

Advise patients of relevant charges for private services, accept payment and issue receipts for same.

Respond to all queries and requests for assistance from patients and other visitors

Action requests for ambulance transportation

Take appropriate action for booking interpreters

Relay messages in accordance with Practice Policy

Receive samples over the desk and store in accordance with Practice Policy until collection

Ensure reception and waiting areas are kept neat and tidy and stocked with relevant patient information

MANAGEMENT OF APPOINTMENT SYSTEM

Ensure total familiarity with all appointment systems in effect

Book appointments and recalls

Monitor effectiveness of the system and report any problems to your manager

OPERATION OF TELEPHONE SYSTEM

Answer external and internal telephones promptly

Receive and make calls as required. Divert calls and take messages as appropriate.

Ensure that the system is operational at the beginning of the day

To receive and accurately record messages for GPs, nurses and any other staff

To deal with patient requests for test results

MANAGEMENT OF MEDICAL RECORDS

Retrieve and re file records as required, ensuring strict alphabetical order is adhered to.

Ensure correspondence, reports, results etc are filed in correct order

Ensure new records are merged with old notes in line with practice policy

Ensure records are kept neat and tidy and in good repair with necessary information recorded correctly on the cover.

To complete necessary documentation for all patients, registered and non-registered making sure all registration forms, new medical records, immunisation cards, summary cards, change of address and temporary registration forms are all complete before the patient see the doctor or nurse

SCANNING

To scan all documents in accordance with the Practice PolicyTo file all scanned documents in the appropriate filing system

START AND END OF PROCEDURES

Open up the premises at the start of the day, and make all necessary preparation to receive patients.

GENERAL

To operate the practice computer, maintaining accurate patient registration details, printing prescriptions making appointments etc.

To act as chaperone on occasions for the doctors or nurses.

To attend training when organised by the Practice Manager

To attend meetings with the Reception Manager and/or Practice Manager when necessary

To assist with mailings and patient recall letters

Photocopy, fax and distribute literature

Shredding confidential material

Opening and distributing post

Any other duties appropriate to the grade

The post holder may be required to change his/her principal responsibilities at any time should the needs of the organisation so demand.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Reception and/or Administration experience
• Team working

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment, ideally Primary Care
• Customer Service experience

Skills

Essential

• IT literacy and Clerical skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Able to help maintain good communication amongst all members of the team
• Able to work in a busy practice and cope with a variety of demands from patients and professionals
• Able to multi task and remain calm under pressure
• Able to deal with patients and the public face to face and on the telephone in a pleasant, professional and helpful manner.
• Fast learner, able to think on your feet

Desirable

• Familiarity with medical IT system such as EMIS Web.

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

• Understanding of the need for confidentiality in the workplace
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Opportunities policies

Desirable

• Understanding of the issues and difficulties faced by the NHS and General Practice in particular

Qualifications

Essential

• English and Maths GCSE minimum grade C, or equivalent

Desirable

• A levels or higher education.
• Professional training

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure and respond to different demands quickly and effectively.
• A willingness to learn and work in a flexible manner
• Well organised and motivated
• Supportive and empathetic
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team and contribute positively to the overall development of the team and the practice.

Desirable

• Enthusiasm for and commitment to working in a Primary Health Care Team environment and providing excellent patient 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

St. George's Medical Centre

Address

7 Sunningfields Road

London

NW4 4QR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description.

The main duties include the transfer of patients to Radiology from all areas of the hospital.

They are also responsible for the transfer of deceased patients to the mortuary.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• good general education

Desirable

• Trust's Tug Training Competency Certificate NVQ in Customer Care Level 2 or equivalent

Skills

Essential

• Good verbal & communication skills
• Good Keyboard / IT Skills (ability to email)

Experience

Essential

• Able to drive and manoeuvre a tug with cages

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

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (WHH)

Address

Halton Hospital

Hospital way

Runcorn

WA7 2DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.

When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).

Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Registration AND Licence To Practice
• MRCPCH or equivalent
• Adequate score on IELTS exam for GMC eligibility

Knowledge

Essential

• At least two years' experience at registrar level of paediatrics
• Core digital competence

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills with patients, relatives and members of the clinical team.
• Ability to gain confidence and trust
• Ability to cope with pressure
• Ability to respond to change
• Commitment to patient confidentiality
• Actively seeks opportunities for audit and research

Desirable

• Directing and teaching medical, nursing and other professions allied to medicine
• Participating in and leading a multidisciplinary team
• Has previously demonstrated change within their department

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

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birmingham Children's Hospital

Steelhouse Lane

Birmingham

B4 6NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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