Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title:General Practitioner

Location:CGH Partnership

Salary:Up to £112,500 depending on experience

Hours: 4 to 7 sessions

Help us to deliver great primary care by improving access, outcomes and patient experience.

At Operose Health, we delivery local primary care, at scale. It is our purpose to improve access, outcomes and patient experience. Our colleagues live our values and our empowered to be the best they can be for our patients, and each other because we CARE.

Caring

We listen and through compassion, understanding and a willingness to keep an open mind, we support and empower people to have a healthier future.

Ambitious

Through determination and our passion for transforming the patient experience, we continue to redefine and revolutionise the future of primary care.

Resourceful

Creative, agile, with a devotion for lifelong learning, we go above and beyond to improve the quality of our services.

Excellence

We strive to do the best we can do and be the best we can be for our patients, employees and NHS partners.

As a valued member of the Operose Health team, your key duties will include:

• To deliver high quality clinical care to the patients registered and attending the GP surgery and to work closely with the clinical leads and local practice team to support the delivery of the surgeries operational plan.
• You will strive to maintain qualify within the practice ensuring participation in clinical governance activity and contribute to the improvement in qualify health outcomes through audit and the Quality and Outcomes Framework and contributing to the practice achieving other qualify standards to include CQC standards.
• To provide clinical care to patients as described in the job plan and in line with the total triage model. This will include consultation sessions (both in person and by video), telephone triage, correspondence, results, medication reviews and prescription signing and other clinical administration,safeguarding lead, medicals, reports, home visits, surgery meetings and on-call (excluding out of hours).
• To adhere to the highest personal and professional standards as set out by the GMC and to put individual patient care as your priority.
• Working with the Practice Manager and site clinical lead to support the development, delivery and review of the surgery action plan including list growth, patient satisfaction levels, QOF, enhanced services, KPI targets, resource profile and cost management.

What we look for in new colleagues:

• Current registration with GMC and NHS performers list and engaged in regular clinical work.
• An experienced doctor with GP accreditation - MRCGP examination or equivalent experience.
• Clear commitment to delivering quality and patient focused services.
• Sound knowledge of QOF, LCS, DES, CQUINs and use of appropriate coding.
• Ideally have a working knowledge of clinical systems such as SystmOne or EMISweb.

How well support you:

• Annual salary of up to £112,500 depending on experience and £11,000 per session for newly qualified GPs.
• Full indemnity cover.
• Six weeks annual leave and one week study leave pro rata.
• Support for SPIN fellowship applications.
• Support with a Tier 2 visa if required, subject to approval by the GMC and GP Performers List.
• Full financial and practical support to become F2 supervisor/GP Trainer with associated income benefits.
• The benefits of working with an at scale provider of primary care means that we lots of opportunities for our colleagues to specialise and develop.
• Car benefit scheme specialising in electric vehicles.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans
• Discount cards.
• Employee wellbeing services including free yoga videos and employee wellbeing app.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current registration with GMC, NHS performers list, MRCGP examination or equivalent experience, sound knowledge of QOF, LCS, DES, CQUINs

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

Operose Health

Address

Operose Health

Basingstoke

RG22 4EH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Aspects of the role include:

To assess, plan, implement, promote and evaluate safe, creative and effective treatment plans in collaboration with the patients diverse needs, their carers and other professionalsDeliver interventions that are evidenced basedBe responsible for the safe monitoring, management and administration of medicationWork autonomously, building leadership skills and advanced clinical assessment skillsYou will build effective relationships with patients, their carers, family and colleagues across the MDTYou will develop exceptional planning and organisational skillsYou will be able to analyse care and treatment provided, and develop sound clinical decision makingYou will be trained to deliver high quality care and develop Knowledge in all areas including palliative care, leg ulcer management, acute and chronic wound care, understand bladder and bowel dysfunctions, provide supportive care to carers and family membersYou will delegate and support junior staff, building leadership skills

A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

We would offer you:

Clinical and managerial supervision.Full induction and training.Competitive mileage rates.No night shiftsHealth and wellbeing service including but not limited too, occupational health, MSK services, staff counselling and support services.A range of flexible working optionsIncentive schemeschildcare scheme, lease car, and travel pass schemeCareer progression and future secondment onto the Community Specialist District Nurse Programme

A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Professional Qualification (Registered General Nurse) to degree level or equivalent.
• Maintains current registration with the NMC

Desirable

• Demonstrate continued professional development to maintain professional registration

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates satisfactory clinical expertise for the banding.

Desirable

• Specialist and area specific experience.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good written/oral communication skills
• Diplomatic, caring & sympathetic
• Ability to be flexible and handle conflict issues
• Good skills in assessment intervention and evaluation of patients nursing care.
• IT skills

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Training

Essential

• Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery.

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of national and local issues impacting of nursing care

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Ability to work to meet the needs to the service (including unsocial hours and bank holidays)
• A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Physical requirements

Essential

• Has the physical ability to perform the full range of nursing duties

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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rushcliffe

Musters Road

West Bridgford

NG2 7PX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Assigned to specific Consultant Surgeons but there is an expectation that staff will provide support and cover during periods of leave for colleagues, including other departments.

2. Add patients to the outpatient waiting list from referral, ensuring all information is entered on to the Lorenzo system and where necessary request images. Recognising any Red Flag symptoms and escalating these to consultants.

3. Once trained, individuals to maintain a high knowledge of Lorenzo, E-referral service, Image Exchange System, Electronic Patient Record, Spinal Portal, Bookwise, Internal Patient Waiting Lists, Synapse

4. Communicate with patients to agree a date of appointment according to the relevant waiting times as designated by the appointment type and other factors, providing general advice around their appointment and the location of the Trust and sending out relevant paperwork. Ensuring the relevant appointment is made in due time to ensure any further treatment that may be necessary has enough time to be received.

5. To highlight any referrals that require urgent attention and deal with them promptly; this may involve discussions with the medical/divisional teams directly to arrange where the patient needs to be booked

6. To monitor daily the Patient Tracking Lists (PTL) for the designated specialties by tracking, booking and closing patients episodes and pathways where appropriate, ensuring that all new patients are booked according to current waiting times targets and the PTL is complete by the monthly/weekly deadline

7. To be responsible for authorised over booking where appropriate, ensuing priority of patients is considered through reviewing several databases and consideration a range of options, such as diagnostics, new and old patients and patients in trouble, seeking assistance from the Outpatient Team Leader or Administrative Service Manager when needed.

8. Support patients in trouble by escalating concerns to Consultant colleagues and the safeguarding team as necessary.

9. Ensure all relevant documentation is scanned onto EPR and filed as appropriate.

10. Liaise with Team Leader regularly to receive updates on waiting times and discuss and make recommendations to improve waiting list management.

11. Provide a daily report on the status of the outpatient waiting list for consultants to whom you are assigned.

12. Ensure that patients receive all the relevant documentation pertaining to their appointment.

13. Plan and liaise with consultants regarding appointments to enable prioritisation of work.

14. Whilst arranging appointment dates use knowledge of clinic capacity.

15. To constantly work adhering to the Access Policy, keeping abreast of changes as communicated by Senior Staff.

16. Ensuring Choose and Book appointments are booked in correctly, where not, ensuring the appointment is rescheduled appropriately and the patient is informed.

17. Re-arrange or cancel full clinics as directed by the operational team (with and without consultant consultation) where appropriate ensuring full utilisation of remaining clinics.

18. Re-arrange or cancel clinic appointments as requested by the patient (with and without consultant consultation) where appropriate ensuring full utilisation of remaining clinics.

19. Provide detailed information for clinicians regarding their waiting lists.

20. Provide a high level of customer care exchanging information with patients and staff regarding outpatient processes and procedures, such as discussions around individual needs, such as adjustments for patient appointments.

21. Liaise with the Head of Patient Access and Administrative Services Managers to ensure all clinics are utilised and planned efficiently. Notify Consultants on any factors they made need to know resulting in their clinic being affected.

22. To deal with queries from patients, Secretaries, medical and nursing staff in a diplomatic and sympathetic manner, both on the phone and face to face.

23. Ensure all clinic appointments are outcomed correctly from either the clinical outcome form or once the clinic dictation is typed.

24. Communicate with the discharge team to ensure follow-up appointments are booked at a requested point of time, balancing needs and requirements such clinic capacity and Consultant availability.

25. Escalate appropriate issues to Consultants, operational Management, Team Leader &/or Administrative Service Manager.

26. Regularly deal with queries from anxious patients or relatives (gaining appropriate confirmation of patients permission do so) when giving difficult messages such as delays to appointments which can often be met with high emotion, then requiring staff to utilise empathy and direct as appropriate.

27. Deal with Outpatient teams inboxes daily along with personal email, responding in a prompt and correct manner.

28. Participate in providing training within the Department, making sure individual training matrix is up to date.

29. Maintain Lorenzo details and update patient details.

30. Liaise with the Outpatient resource team re: changes, bookings, cancellations. This is to ensure that resources can be appropriately reallocated as necessary.

31. Liaise with other Hospitals to ensure notes and x-rays are forwarded for patients attending clinic.

32. Participate in maintaining physical waiting list filing and general healthcare record filing system.

33. Provide support to the Head of Patient Access, Administrative Services manager and Team Leader.

34. To participate in general administration duties such as the answer phone, cancellation email, post, date stamping, photocopying, scanning and any other technology that may be introduced to support the Trusts systems and processes

35. To contribute to the ongoing service improvement plans and policies for Outpatients, being open to changes to current practices and offering input into meetings/workshops as required.

36. Participate in mandatory training and induction programmes as well as staff appraisal and objective setting

37. Expected to concentrate for long periods of time (up to 2 hours), undertaking outcomes and analysis of Patient Target List.

38. Individuals can expect frequent interruptions from patients calling the department and also colleagues requiring urgent support.

39. There will be occasional exposure to verbal aggression whilst communicating unwelcomed news which can be challenging such as delays to appointments.

40. Ensure all communications and data storage is filed and stored in line with Trust policies and procedures and GDPR.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
• GCSE Maths and English

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• High level of verbal and written communication skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of outpatient booking systems
• Knowledge of NHS RTT Targets

Aptitudes and Attributes

Essential

• Team player / able to work flexibly
• Good telephone manner
• Ability to organise and prioritise own work

Desirable

• Able to use a variety of hospital computer 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

Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital NHSFT

Oswestry

SY10 7AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

The renowned Paediatric and Neonatal SLT team at UCLH delivers high quality clinical care to high-risk neonates, acute paediatrics and children and teenagers with cancer.The post particularly focuses on a combined SLT/Lactation service to the Neonatal Unit with additional support to the acute paediatrics service. UCLH NNU is a recognised centre of excellence caring for acutely ill and preterm babies, working with Great Ormond Street Hospital to deliver and stabilise babies with cardiac, surgical and complex diagnoses.The Neonatal Unit currently includes 22 NICU/ HDU cots and 12 SCBU cots. There are 12 cots on the transitional care ward.We work closely with our parents as partners in their babys care and are the UK NIDCAP centre.

The Acute Paediatric Ward comprises of 15 acute inpatient beds with 4 designated High Dependency Beds and provides a service for children with a wide range of acute paediatric illnesses (including infants requiring CPAP and High Flow Oxygen therapy). It has strong links with the Paediatric Emergency Department and the adjacent Paediatric and Adolescent day care ward.The ward works closely with NNU preparing chronically ill infants, including infants requiring oxygen and airway support, for discharge home.

At UCLH, great emphasis is placed on quality patient care and teamwork. We are committed to staff development and prioritise wellbeing. You will be working within an inclusive team environment and have access to supervision and training.The opportunities to learn and develop are both exciting and extensive.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC Licence to practice as SLT
• Successful completion of specialist post-graduate study relevant to acute paediatric and neonatal setting, including knowledge of feeding/ swallowing disorders in infants and young children (e.g. accredited dysphagia course, feeding problems in premature infants and neonates, VFSS, Parent - child interaction, family centred developmental care, SOFFI, FINE 1+2; breastfeeding complex infants)
• Knowledge of detailed neurodevelopmental norms and how to support them including swallowing and communication in the high risk and complex neonatal and paediatric population (relevant to the acute setting)
• A robust understanding of the clinical governance principles (e.g. audit, clinical effectiveness, risk management, patient and public involvement)

Desirable

• Member of a Neonatal/Paediatric 0-5 Clinical Excellence Network or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Significant clinical experience working in the relevant field post-registration, at a highly specialist level or above with demonstrable competencies.
• Experience of carrying out evidence-based research projects/ audits using qualitative & quantitative approaches, with related presentations and/or publications.
• Basic counselling
• Training and experience in providing student SLT clinical supervision

Desirable

• Evidence of working within the NHS

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of and ability to assess the key characteristics leading to a differential diagnoses of swallowing/feeding disorders
• Advanced knowledge of and ability to use a range of specialist assessment tools and procedures to evaluate feeding and swallowing disorders, speech & language skills in a neonatal/ paediatric population. This may include instrumental assessment e.g. Videofluoroscopy
• Specialist knowledge of and ability to assess the key characteristics of maternal lactation
• Able to demonstrate relevant post graduate knowledge and its application in infant feeding/ neurodevelopment such as SOFFI/FINE 1+2
• Advanced ability to select, set & evaluate specialist treatment goals
• Advanced knowledge of and competence in interventions relevant to premature infants, neonates and children with complex feeding and development needs and maternal lactation; integrating the evidence base for these approaches
• Critically evaluate published research within a specific area of clinical expertise

Communication

Essential

• The ability to communicate complex, sensitive information, demonstrating excellent verbal and written skills
• The application of knowledge of cultural, linguistic & local demographic factors when communicating with patients and families from the acute paediatric and neonatal services
• Advanced approaches to support clients & carers with challenging behaviour, mental health needs or those in high levels of distress
• Advanced level negotiation skills applied across patient care, multi-professional working and service development

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Knowledge of a range of approaches to mentoring, advising, supporting and clinically supervising less experienced and peer SLTs and support staff
• Evidence of ability to reflect on practice
• Ability to demonstrate the flexibility in attitude, behaviour and knowledge which contributes to excellent multi-professional working and development

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity an Inclusion

Essential

• Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge of HCPCs code of ethics and professional conduct
• Demonstrates knowledge and adherence to national and local clinical guidelines and policies with reference to paediatric acute and neonatal caseloads e.g. National Service Frameworks/ NICE Guidelines/ ODN Neonatal Network
• Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate legislation affecting working practice e.g. Working with Vulnerable Adults, Safeguarding Children
• Proven ability to develop & implement Service/Quality Improvement projects which enhance patient care
• Competent IT skills
• Demonstration of effective management of change skills including the flexibility in approach to changes in patient and service needs
• Effective time management and the ability to prioritise own workload alongside the needs of the service
• The postholder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post, this will be determined through occupational health with any reasonable aids provided wherever possible.

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospitals

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Demonstrate the values and beliefs of the organisation.

Act as a role model to colleagues, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.

Use their initiative and take responsibility for the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.

Provide a physiotherapy service within a defined area, working as part of a specialist MSK physiotherapy team.

Undertake physiotherapeutic assessments of patients with diverse, complex and acute/chronic presentation, to determine clinical diagnosis and physiotherapy treatments needed, and to maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.

Hold responsibility for own caseload and be responsible for a defined area of the service/particular patient type, working without direct supervision.

Deputise for Senior Physiotherapists.

Supervise and train students, health care professionals, carers and assistants in physiotherapeutic management, as appropriate. This includes working as a member of a Multi-Disciplinary Team.

For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Relevant validated clinical course
• Evidence of relevant post Graduate courses/CPD, maintained in portfolio

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a variety of specialities

Desirable

• Experience within relevant clinical field
• Experience of delegation to unqualified staff
• Experience of audit

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of physiotherapy in relevant areas
• Awareness of audit
• Awareness of research processes
• Knowledge of IT skills

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English (verbal/written)
• A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
• Self-directed learning
• Good critical appraisal skills
• Teaching and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently/ collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
• Able to maintain judgement and work effectively under pressure
• Effective time management
• Ability to maintain contemporaneous, accurate and up to date records

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Able to meet the travel requirements of the 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.

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

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Malvern Community Hospital

185 Worcester Road

Malvern

WR14 1EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the detailed proposed job description for more information about the Department and the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Hold a medical qualification or qualification registered with the GMC
• Entry onto the Specialist Register for GMC or be within six months of obtaining CCT/CCST or equivalent
• Appropriate higher medical qualification i.e. MRCP/MRCS or equivalent
• Accreditation for neurology
• UK and relevant level NHS experience

Desirable

• MD or equivalent higher degree or evidence of relevant research

Clinical Experience

Essential

• High standard of clinical skill and expertise in Neurology and general internal medicine
• Able to contribute to the full range of skills required for the on call rota for the specialty
• Interest in multi-disciplinary work

Management & Administrative Experience

Essential

• Audit/Research
• Has attended a recognised management training event or will have such training on completion of CCT/CCST
• Supervision of post graduate trainees
• Personal time management skills
• Ability to organise inpatient and outpatient waiting lists
• Understanding of appropriate clinical governance
• Ability to contribute to change management

Desirable

• Familiarity within issues of service organisation and development
• Service Development experience

Teaching Experience

Essential

• Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduate trainees
• Ability to teach clinical skills
• Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates/post graduates
• Ability to supervise postgraduate research
• Understanding of GCP principles

Desirable

• Experience of teaching and supervising junior doctors, lay colleagues
• Ability to supervise postgraduate research

Research Experience

Essential

• Ability to contribute to change management
• Ability to apply research findings to clinical problems
• Ability to critically review research

Desirable

• Publications in peer reviewed journals

Language

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
• Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
• Good interpersonal skills
• Enquiring, critical approach to work
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and colleagues
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities to local, regional or national levels
• Willingness to work with consultant colleagues and management to maintain and develop a comprehensive service
• Able to make own arrangements for travel between working sites

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

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

St Helier Hospital

Wrythe Lane

Carshalton

SM51AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

We are looking to recruit a radiographer with sophisticated communication skills and a patient-centered approach.

The successful candidate will gain experience in a in a systematic one stop breast clinic, cold lists and biopsies at the Macmillan Cancer Centre. The candidate must be HCPC registered and hold a PGC in mammography. You must capable and willing to work to the highest standards.

As a department, we are very supportive of role development, currently we have mammographers who report as well as perform breast biopsies and a Consultant Mammographer running One Stop Clinics and cold lists.

You are required to hold demonstrable teaching abilities as you will be working with under-graduates & junior staff.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or Diploma in Radiography
• State Registration
• Evidence of post graduate specialist training equivalent to Master's level
• Evidence that knowledge of general imaging techniques is up to date.
• Evidence of the ability to critically analyse radiographs

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable evidence of a wide range of general radiographic experience
• Evidence of significant experience in Breast imaging

Desirable

• Evidence of experience of first line management.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrate awareness of responsibility to and advocacy for patients.
• Good standard of computer literacy
• Evidence of participation in QA Programme and maintenance of agreed standards.
• Evidence of experience in the supervision, training and assessment of students and junior radiographic staff to a required standard.
• Good Understanding of legislation relating to Health & Safety and Radiation Protection.

Communication

Essential

• Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi disciplinary team.
• Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Demonstrates evidence of professional development, maintains updated Portfolio Reflective in practice
• Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

Huntley Street

London

WC1E 6AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: [email protected].

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

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We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Recognised and registered ETIB or CITB (or equivalent) craft/modern apprenticeship or Time served apprenticeship (level 3)
• Current driving license with the ability to drive category B.

Desirable

• HNC Mechanical Engineering
• Further specialist qualifications (minimum of three of the below on appointment, rest to be achieved within 2 years): ? Ventilation (CP) ? Medical gas (CP) ? Willingness to undertake necessary training that are essential to the role.

Experience and Knowledge Required

Essential

• Experience of Mechanical infrastructure
• Awareness of Health & Safety procedures and use of PPE.

Desirable

• Formal training/experience of NHS Ventilation Systems
• Formal Training/experience of Medical Gas 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

York Teaching Hospital Facilities Management (LLP)

Address

Scarborough Hospital

Estates Department, Scarborough Hospital, Woodlands Drive, Scarborough, N. Yorks

Scarborough

YO12 6QL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a high-quality and efficient phlebotomy service to patients registered at the practice, supporting the clinical team in the delivery of safe and effective care. The postholder will work independently to collect blood samples from patients, ensuring accurate labelling, recording, and timely dispatch of specimens to support diagnosis and ongoing clinical care.

Key Responsibilities

Perform venepuncture on patients in line with clinical guidance and infection control standards.

Ensure samples are correctly labelled, recorded, and prepared for collection by the laboratory.

Accurately update patient records on the clinical system (EMIS).

Maintain equipment, stock levels, and cleanliness of the phlebotomy area.

Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff to ensure a smooth and efficient service.

Provide reassurance and information to patients, ensuring dignity, privacy, and comfort at all times.

Report any abnormal findings, incidents, or concerns to the appropriate clinician or manager.

Adhere to all practice policies, including infection control, health and safety, confidentiality, and safeguarding.

Essential Skills and Experience

Competency in phlebotomy, with evidence of up-to-date training and practice.

Ability to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues, both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrate good customer care skills and the ability to communicate effectively with the Multidisciplinary team, patients, carers and visitors.

Ability to prioritise the care requirements for identified patients

Basic skills of empathy and reassurance.

Basic keyboard and IT skills

Organise own day to day work tasks or activities.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Understanding of infection control and patient confidentiality.

Accurate record-keeping and attention to detail.

Desirable Skills and Experience

Previous experience working in a GP practice or healthcare setting.

Familiarity with NHS laboratory procedures and IT systems (e.g. EMIS).

Basic Life Support and infection control training.

Personal Attributes

Compassionate, patient-focused approach.

Reliable, punctual, and well-organised.

Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the practice.

Quality

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

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

Assess own performance and take accountability for 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 performance

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

Manage own time, workload and resources effectively

Health & Safety

The postholder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety, and security as defined in the practices Health & Safety Policy, Manual, and Infection Control Policy. This includes:

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines

Identifying and managing risks involved in work activities.

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

Using appropriate infection control procedures and maintaining tidy, safe work areas free from hazards

Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards as soon as they are recognised

Assisting in maintaining general standards of cleanliness within the scope of the role.

Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)

Reporting potential risks identified

Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults

Equality and Diversity

The postholder will support the equality, diversity, and rights of patients, carers, and colleagues, by:

Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, in line with practice policies and current legislation.

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

Behaving in a welcoming, non-judgmental manner that respects individual circumstances, feelings, priorities, and rights.

Personal/Professional Development

The post-holder will participate in training and development as part of their employment, including:

Annual individual performance review and maintaining records of personal and professional development

Taking responsibility for ongoing learning and performance

Demonstrating skills and activities to others undertaking similar work

Freedom to Act

The postholder will be guided by precedent and clearly defined occupational policies, protocols, and codes of conduct. Work will be managed rather than supervised, with results assessed at agreed intervals.

Manage own workload

Prioritise Tasks

Meet Deadlines

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• - Experience in performing venepuncture on adults.
• - Experience maintaining accurate records and following clinical protocols.
• - Experience communicating with patients in a caring and professional manner.

Desirable

• - Previous experience in a GP practice or NHS/community healthcare setting.
• - Experience using EMIS or similar clinical IT systems.

Qualifications

Essential

• Accredited phlebotomy qualification or equivalent competency-based training.
• Evidence of up-to-date training and continued professional development.

Desirable

• Basic Life Support (BLS) training.
• Infection control training.

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

Trinity Medical Centre

Address

Trinity Medical Centre

New George Street

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE33 5DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For all relevant information please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.

Person Specification

Screening Questions

Essential

• Did you qualify before 2012, OR have you completed 1 year of your Assessed and Support Year in Employment (ASYE)?

Experience

Essential

• Please refer to the job description and person specification document that is attached to the advert. Use this to address how your skills and experience meet the criteria outlined for this role.

Desirable

• Please refer to the job description and person specification document that is attached to the advert. Use this to address how your skills and experience meet the criteria outlined for this role.

Screening Questions

Essential

• Do you hold a Social Work England professional membership?

Screening Questions

Essential

• Can you confirm that you hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a car or require an exception under the Equality Act 2010?

Screening Questions

Essential

• Do you have current Right to Work in the UK?

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to the job description and person specification document that is attached to the advert. Use this to address how your skills and experience meet the criteria outlined for this role.

Desirable

• Please refer to the job description and person specification document that is attached to the advert. Use this to address how your skills and experience meet the criteria outlined for this 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.

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

Devon County Council

Address

Bideford Community Hospital

Abbotsham Road

Bideford

Devon

EX39 3AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful Candidate would need to be able to work Monday to Friday 7.5hrs per day. The main aspect of this job would answering calls and/or reception duties as below.

Action tasks set by clinicians via the clinical systems and email Ensure accurate data recording Manage the appointment system as per Practice policy Deal with all general patient enquiries, explain procedures and make new and follow-up appointments. Receive and make telephone calls as required. Divert calls and take messages, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery via the computer system. Enter requests for home visits screen, ensuring careful recording of all relevant details and where necessary refer to On-Call Doctor. Enter patient information on to the computer as required. Ensure appropriate information and or contacts are noted on patient records Ensure correspondence, reports, results etc are scanned and appropriately filed promptly and in the correct records

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to handle high volumes of calls professionally and efficiently Strong listening and interpersonal skills Experience delivering high levels of customer service Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure Good IT and keyboard skills, including accurate data entry Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good organisational and time-management skills Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately

Desirable

• it would be beneficial if a candidate had previous GP experience as this can help with training when commencing the role but this is not essential as training is always provided

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

Stephenson Park Health Group

Address

Station Road

Forest Hall

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE12 9BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to the delivery and collection of clinical and non-clinical items such as specimens, blood products, medical gases, linen and mail, ensuring items are handled safely and prioritised appropriately.

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Person Specification

Essential

• Basic level of Education (GCSE or equivalent)
• Experience working in a team environment
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, staff and visitors

Desirable

• Valid driving license
• Experience working in a healthcare environment
• Experience handling or transporting goods (e.g. stock, equipment, deliveries)

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 Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hillingdon Hospital

Uxbridge

UB8 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Effective prioritization of workload in order to ensure timely completion of all work.

To work in accordance with the rota sometimes needing to cope with varied and fluctuating workloads and sometimes working under pressure.

To utilise the online room bookings system to plan for and ensure the efficient and timely provision of housekeeping to work around functions and meetings.

To maintain departmental records and checklists as required.

Act as a buddy for new starters in your area when requested training and supporting them as required until such time that they are able to work alone.

To liaise with other departments as may be required to ensure suitable provision of Housekeeping services in each area.

To ensure that all commodities are used economically and according to any specified procedures and that waste is kept to a minimum.

Report any accidents and/or incidents and be prepared to make a written statement of the same if necessary.

Report any breakdown or defects in equipment or premises via the online Maintenance reporting system.

Observe safe working practices generally and in accordance with training and instruction received.

Adherence to Risk Assessments as relevant to the role and according to instructions and training.

Processing all dirty and clean laundry and curtains as required including removal and re-hanging of curtains where necessary. Removal of dead or wilting flowers from all areas on sight. Also changing dirty water in vases as needed.

Keeping furniture tidy and well positioned in all areas.

Removal of clinical waste refuse and other waste to appropriate areas safely and correctly as required.

Cleaning and where necessary disinfecting of all areas as required including shampooing of carpets and cleaning in rooms where patients are suffering from an infection - whilst occupied and when vacant according to departmental policies.

General Responsibilities

To undertake all mandatory training as required by Trinity Hospice and Palliative Care Services and participate in appropriate in-service training as and when required.

Maintaining the strict confidentiality of all information acquired especially with regard to patients and staff.

To undertake an appraisal and personal development review annually and through self development continuously update and improve knowledge and competencies

To be a co-operative and supportive member of the Trinity staff team, ensuring that all members are aware of any issues in the post holders workload, which may affect other members of the Trinity team.

To manage all volunteers utilised in your area and to develop effective working relationships providing regular feedback on their performance.

To take responsibility for being up to date with current policies and procedures and to adhere to these.

Co-operating fully in the introduction of any new technology and new methods as appropriate.

To promote at all times the Hospice philosophy and uphold the Trinity core values.

Any other duties that may be reasonably requested.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous relevant experience of cleaning
• Relevant experience of cleaning in a healthcare
• setting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to work well within a team.
• Good I.T. skills; comfortable with computer use
• Able to follow instructions and also use own initiative.
• Effective clear communication - written and verbal
• Willingness to learn new tasks procedures or methods

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills - pleasant and
• approachable.
• Have a flexible approach to working good at
• prioritising
• Conscientious and committed to providing a high
• quality service

Qualifications

Desirable

• NVQ in Cleaning and Support Services or similar
• ECDL or other basic I.T. competency 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Trinity Hospice

Address

Low Moor Road

Blackpool

Lancashire

FY2 0BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As an active member of the multidisciplinary team, the Assistant Practitioner will contribute to MDT discussions, team meetings and ongoing service development initiatives. They will be expected to work within clearly defined professional boundaries, exercising judgement within their level of competence and seeking support from registered practitioners where appropriate.

Interviews to be held on 23/10/2026.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant health care associated subject / Certificate in Higher Education Health Care Support Worker
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent level 2 or above essential skills qualifications
• Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care
• Able to demonstrate understanding of the HCSW Code of Conduct, All Wales Delegation guidelines and all Wales Band 4 Assistant Practitioner Governance Framework. Clinical knowledge which is relevant to the role
• Demonstrates understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
• Demonstrates an understanding of the legislation related to Safeguarding e.g. adults/children, The Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberties Safeguards to keep adults within their care safe
• Able to communicate effectively using written and verbal skills with service users, carers, colleagues and other professionals
• Able to organise work effectively
• A progressive/forward thinking attitude to change and service demands
• Competency in IT skills. Knowledge of a range of IT software packages
• Committed to own personal professional development, attendance at training events and sharing good practice, knowledge and skills with colleagues
• An understanding of confidentiality
• A commitment to equal opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice
• Knowledge of Welsh Government policy pertaining to neuro- Divergence.

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of the differing needs and differences of Neuro-divergent (ASD/ADHD) individuals
• Able to support service users and act as advocate as required
• A flexible approach to working arrangements
• An awareness of culture and linguistic issues pertinent in the Local Authority and within the West Wales Region
• Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services
• Teaching or assessment qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working directly with children, young people and or adults
• Experience of undertaking assessment and intervention with neuro-divergent (ADHD/ASD) children, young people and/or adults
• Substantial experience of working in a health, educational or social care setting
• Experience of managing own caseload
• Experience in running groups and workshops

Desirable

• Experience of working with Neuro-Divergent Individuals, families and carers
• Experience of working independently and as part of a Team
• Experience of developing resources through a range of mediums eg digital or hard copy

Language skills

Desirable

• 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

Ty Gwili

1 Bronwydd Road

Carmarthen

SA31 2AJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Basic Education

Desirable

• Training or Knowledge of Infection Control

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of cleaning and/or food handling procedures for 12 months or more

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety

Skills

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients,staff and visitors.
• Able to understand the needs to work safely at all times.

Other requirements

Essential

• Able to effectively use cleaning chemicals & equipment eg vacuum cleaners,polishers,mops etc.
• Physically fit able to push trolleys,pull out beds,move light furniture to facilitate cleaning.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of using electrical floor cleaning equipment.

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 Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mount Vernon Hospital

Rickmansworth Road

Northwood

HA6 2RN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Honours degree in psychology or related disciplines, and a Doctorate and/or PhD level in clinical psychology/clinical neuropsychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS.
• Doctoral level research completed in a relevant area of clinical psychology/neuropsychology.
• Specialist knowledge of neuropsychology syndromes, functional neuroanatomy, assessment techniques and psychometrics
• Specialist knowledge of interventions and neurorehabilitation and an ability to guide and advise therapy staff on these principles

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable substantial years' experience post-qualification of the application of clinical skills to specialist neuropsychology settings.
• Previous experience presenting to peers / colleagues on a range of clinical and research issues.
• Neuropsychological experience across a range of clinical settings, client ages and neuropsychological syndromes
• Experience of proposing and implementing service development projects within own service including implementing psychotherapeutic interventions.

Communication & Customer Care

Essential

• Demonstrates understanding of, and ability to, manage the needs of patients with acute and chronic disability, including the use of supportive counselling skills as appropriate.
• Demonstrates professional and effective verbal and written communication skills including excellent negotiation skills with patients, carers, and other health professional staff in service delivery.
• Ability to communicate highly sensitive information to cognitively impaired and/or psychologically vulnerable people and their carers, who may have significant barriers to understanding or acceptance.
• Management of behavioural disturbances e.g., verbal aggression, inappropriate behaviour, and risk of physical aggression from people with a behavioural / cognitive disturbance.

Personal & people development

Essential

• Ability to establish good rapport and professional working relationships within multidisciplinary teams and other agencies for extended periods of time.
• Ability to show leadership, initiative and utilise clinical supervision in different services effectively.
• Ability to identify areas for own personal / professional development through highly developed reflective practice skills and integrate knowledge gained into own practice.
• Effective time management and ability to prioritise own workload.
• Ability to autonomously manage own caseload.
• Ability to represent clinical psychology in multi-disciplinary group settings and within specialist clinical services.

Desirable

• Ability to complete clinical and research duties in an autonomous fashion.

Academic and research

Essential

• Previous experience of research indicating the ability to conduct research autonomously.
• Interest in conducting scientific research within relevant areas of clinical neuropsychology.
• Ability to critique and evaluate scientific data and best practice clinical guidelines.

Quality and service improvement

Essential

• Evidence of working effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• Evidence of effective clinical reasoning in the assessment and management of complex neuro-disability.

Desirable

• Evidence of active engagement with stakeholders within the wider community e.g. NHS England; relevant Charity organisation

Information processing (IT skills)

Desirable

• Competent IT skills (word processing, spreadsheets, statistical packages)

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Personal Qualities

Essential

• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to cope with highly emotive and psychologically challenging demands of working with neurologically impaired patients for long periods of time.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people in a sensitive, caring, and non-judgemental manner.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Demonstrate a commitment to professional development of self and others.
• Knowledge of equalities issues and strong commitment to the promotion of equality in employment.

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery

Queen Square

London

WC1N 3BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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