Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to thisvacancy.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with a wide range of people, both internally and externally
• Ability to work under pressure, and maintain a customerservice focus, often with constant interruptions by telephone, urgent emails or in person
• Ability to work without supervision being able to prioritise, and use own initiative

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a busy office environment, maintaining focus
• Ability to use Microsoft Office software - Word, Excel and Outlook and the ability to produce reports and documents as required
• Experience of dealing with customers on the telephone, in writing and in person

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience
• Previous experience of induction processes

Qualifications

Essential

• Possessing good grade of GCSE or equivalent Maths and English
• Secretarial or Administrative experience to NVQ level 3 or equivalent (

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description:

• To provide the Dental Officers with clinical and administrative support to enable him/her to achieve his/her primary purpose, including the provision of dental hygiene treatment, oral hygiene instruction and education and any other appropriate clinical procedure as prescribed by a Dental Officer working towards improving and maintaining the oral health of entitled personnel.
• To undertake all activities described in the GDC Scope of Practice. Carrying out work under the direction of a registered dentist who has examined the patient and indicated in writing the course of treatment to be provided. This is in accordance with the Dental Auxiliary Regulations 1986, as amended by the Dental Auxiliaries (amended) Regulations 1991.
• To ensure that not less than 6.5 hours per day in 2 sessions are set aside for appointed patients.
• To comply with all Health and Safety Policy directives and legislation.
• To maintain own appointment book when a receptionist is not available and liaise between Dental Officer and patients concerning appointments.
• To carry out preventive cross infection procedures including sterilisation of instruments and materials in compliance with current legislation (HTM 01-05) and best practice as described in DPHC (Dental) SOPs Chapter 17.
• To manage his/her surgery to a high standard at all times with respect to cleanliness, equipment maintenance (including end-of-day), documentation and security.
• To accurately record treatment on the integrated Electronic Health Records (either) such as the Defence Medical Information Capability Programme (DMICP).
• To ensure that all periodontal patients and other risk categories that are entered on the IEHR are recalled for reviews and annual inspection appointments.
• To collect and promptly file FMed 271s of his/her concern, reporting any appointment delays or FTAs to the Practice Manager, receptionist and/or patient as appropriate.
• To carry out interim treatments (between dental examinations by the dentist), provided that the treatment intervals have been specified in the written prescription. (This is a GDC ruling and applies to DHs working in general practice,community or hospital service.)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential Requirements/ Qualifications/ Experience:
• Must be a fully qualified hygienist registered with General Dental Council (GDC) without restrictions.
• Must hold valid suitable and appropriate indemnity insurance with a recognised dental defence organisation.
• Must have completed GDC highly recommended Continuing Professional Development (CPD) including medical emergencies, safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, disinfection and decontamination, radiography and radiation protection.
• Must be trained and current in emergency and resuscitation procedures and have practised and tested these procedures at least annually in accordance with Resuscitation Council (UK) guidelines and (in accordance with JSP 950 Leaflet 4-6-1 DMS CPR Standards and Training.
• Must have undertaken the additional health clearance checks for clinicians required to perform Exposure Prone Procedures (in accordance with the Department of Health policy entitled Health clearance for tuberculosis, hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV: New Healthcare Workers).
• Must be in date and able to provide certification for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Safeguarding Adults up to and including Level 3 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.

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

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

Address

Helston

Cornwall

TR12 7RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• UK Driving License

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in the hospital/health care environment

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Automated Goods Vehicles operation

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Receipt & Distribution Activities

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Rd

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 NVQ Business Administration or equivalent qualification or experience

Desirable

• Formal typing/word processing qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with the public, both on the telephone and in person
• Experience of working in a busy office environment, utilising both secretarial and administrative skills
• Experience of data input information systems
• Good knowledge of MS Office and Excel

Desirable

• Previous HR experience or knowledge
• Knowledge of the Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system
• Previous PA experience
• Experience of servicing meetings i.e. minutes

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively and work to tight deadlines
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships and work across a wide range of contacts where tact and persuasive skills will frequently be required
• IT literate - MS Office package including Microsoft office software, word, excel, power point, internet and email
• Demonstrate high level of accuracy and good attention to detail

Desirable

• Ability to deal with complex and sensitive staff information
• Strong customer service focus

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide - Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Opening up/locking-up of practice premises and maintaining security in accordance with practice protocols
• Processing personal and telephone requests for appointments, visits and telephone consultations and ensuring callers are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional
• Processing and distributing incoming (and outgoing) mail
• Taking messages and passing on information ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery
• Processing repeat prescriptions in accordance with practice guidelines
• Filing, Scanning and retrieving paperwork
• Computer data entry/data allocation and collation; processing and recording information in accordance with practice procedures
• Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, other team member and associated healthcare agencies and providers
• processing referrals to third parties/ secondary care

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education
• 3 GCSE or equivalent
• Computer Literate
• Good organisational skills
• Good presentation
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent people skills
• Team player
• Able to work on own initiative
• Flexible approach to work
• Reliable
• Able to multi task in a busy environment

Desirable

• Previous Practice Experience
• Experience of Microsoft Office, including email

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

West View Surgery

Address

9 Park Road

Keynsham

Bristol

BS31 1BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Vascular Patient Pathway Assistant role is tosupport the Patient Pathway Coordinator in working as part of a clinical team ensuring that patients are admitted efficiently for investigative treatments, diagnostic procedures and inpatient and day-case operations within national guidelines and in accordance with the trusts Patients Access Policy. This includes: NHS Constitution, waiting time standards; Department of Health admission guidelines and booking rules.

Person Specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education including GSCE in Maths or English (or equivalent)
• Advanced keyboard and computer skills (Microsoft office)

Desirable

• Patient Administration System (PAS) training

Work Experience

Essential

• Experience in NHS or similar organisation
• Experience of working under pressure
• Experience of working as part of a team in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Database experience
• Knowledge of patient pathway

Desirable

• Experience of supervising a team

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Excellent written/verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer care skills.
• Ability to work using own initiative with excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• The ability to work under pressure, within a stressful environment, prioritise own workload and work to tight deadlines
• Ability to exercise judgement and take responsibility for actions
• Able to promote good working relationships amongst team, colleagues and clinical staff
• Willingness and ability to learn new IT skills and technology

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Candidates should note if successful in being shortlisted, an invite to attend for interview will be sent.

Please contact Dr Bushra Ahmad (Clinical Lead) [email protected] , Parag Yajnik (consultant in Diabetes and Endocrinology) [email protected] , and Annie Avery (General manager) [email protected] and Dr Clare Holmes (Clinical Chair, Division of Medicine, [email protected] for further enquiries and to arrange informal visits.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Full and specialist GMC registration in Diabetes and Endocrinology or
• Within 12 months of obtaining expected CCT date at time of interview

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification e.g. MSc, MD, PhD or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Diabetes and Endocrinology.
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision.

Desirable

• Evidence of a special interest and expertise in parathyroid, calcium and metabolic bone disorders.

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty.
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
• Skills in management of, parathyroid, calcium and metabolic bone disease

Desirable

• Broad range of IT skills.

Clinical Governance and Audit

Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual governance responsibilities.
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation.
• Positive approach to evidence-based practice
• Evidence of recent and regular engagement with continuing professional development (CPD).

Research

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles involved in research
• Evidence of involvement in research.

Desirable

• Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. MSc, MD, PhD.
• Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers

Management & Leadership

Essential

• Evidence of management training and learning from it.
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service.
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise a consultant's workload.
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership.
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks.

Desirable

• Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses.

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multiprofessional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions.
• Ability to be a flexible team member.

Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations.

Desirable

• Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels.
• Trained as a Consultant Appraiser

Other

Essential

• Meets professional health requirements.
• Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by 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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Bristol

BS2 8EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The Salaried GP will play an integral role in ensuring and integrated and focused healthcare provision relevant to the differing needs of the patient population.
• The Salaried GP will be part a multi-disciplinary team providing a full range of general medical services to patient groups

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

Clinical Responsibilities

• In accordance with Practice timetable, as agreed, the post holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties F2F, telephone consults and queries along with paperwork and correspondence in a timely manner.
• Offer and carry out consultations and where appropriate, physical examinations for the purposes of identifying and reducing the risk of illness, disease or injury.
• To arrange referrals of patients, as appropriate for the provision of any other services as appropriate.
• To deliver any enhanced services that the practice has contracted to deliver.
• To deliver a service to patients within our triage system, using our E-Consult platform.
• Speciality of women's health is desirable.

Other Duties

• Attend Clinical Huddles and meetings within the practice setting where appropriate.
• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant Practice Policies, eg, Prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and Safety etc.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Performer List Registration.
• Safeguarding Level 3
• Professional Qualifications
• Speciality in Women's Health
• EMIS Web
• Docman

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

Green Valleys Health

Address

St Luke’s Close

Emersons Green

Bristol

BS16 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Build trust with Black, African, Caribbean and Asian Descent communities, including people not linked to established organisations. Work with communities, faith groups and local leaders to raise awareness, increase referrals to HWYNI Mental Health and Bristol Carers Service, and reduce barriers. Run welcoming drop-ins, peer groups and carers spaces in accessible community venues. Recruit and support Experts by Experience to shape learning, co-production and improvement. Use feedback and access data to drive and report on service improvements.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working directly with Black, African, Caribbean and Asian Descent communities and/or communities who experience barriers to services.
• Experience of delivering outreach, community events, drop-ins, peer spaces, carers spaces or engagement forums.
• Experience of developing partnerships with community organisations, faith groups, voluntary sector services or statutory partners.
• Experience of using feedback, community insight or data to identify inequalities and improve access.
• Experience of supporting inclusive practice, anti-racism learning or culturally sensitive service development.
• Previous experience in a race equity, community development, public health, mental health outreach or inclusion-focused role.

Desirable

• Experience of recruiting, supporting or working alongside Experts by Experience.
• Experience of participating in race equity or community partnership groups.

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

Second Step

Address

162 Pennywell Road

St Jude's

Bristol

BS5 0TX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.second-step.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE

To undertake specialised psychological assessments, treatments and other types of clinical intervention appropriate to this level of training with individual & groups of service users within the inpatient acute service. To provide support and psychological consultation to inpatient multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs). To be able to work independently, under supervision, on a day-to-day basis. This work will be reviewed regularly with supervision usually being offered by a qualified HCPC registered practitioner psychologist.

DIMENSIONS Provide clinical support to service users, their families and colleagues within the services provided by Inpatient Complex Psychological Interventions Team.

Service delivered predominantly from the service base (Wotton Lawn Hospital) with majority of interactions in person.

CORE KEY RESPONSIBILITIESClinical To undertake specialised and protocol based psychological assessments - including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with service users, family members and others involved in the service users care To assist in the development of psychological formulations of complex clinical problems and the development and delivery of care plans, which include psychological treatment and/ or management of the service user problems including risk assessments. To determine appropriate psychological intervention, considering a range of potentially conflicting clinical information and dynamics under the supervision of a clinical psychologist. To design, implement and modify bespoke psychological interventions with service users and groups under the supervision of a clinical psychologist. To communicate confidential and personal information concerning psychological needs, obtained through assessments and interventions, to colleagues within and outside of the Trust and to the service user and their family To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups. To work as a member of a multidisciplinary team and attend meetings as appropriate. To follow a person-focused and evidence-based approach and work in partnership with service users and their families/carers. To work in accordance with National NHS and GHC policies and regulations, as well as those of relevant professional bodies. To receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with BPS guidance and good clinical practice. To assist in the planning, coordination and running of staff support forums such as reflective practice, case discussion, formulation and CPD workshops To maintain appropriate records in electronic or hard copy in line with Trust policies and Professional guidelines. Includes workload data and using word processing skills to produce service user related reports

Leadership / Management To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects within the service as required To support other members of the team with their development such as undergraduate students on placement, assistant psychologists and apprentice CAPs.

Teaching, training and supervision To assist with providing specialist training to other psychologists, trainees, assistants and other colleagues as appropriate. To assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all service users of the service, across all settings where care takes place.

Research and service evaluation To plan, monitor and evaluate own work, using clinical outcomes assessments, small-scale research methodology and statistical procedures. To assist in the design and implementation of service-based audit and research projects using appropriate methodology and statistical procedures, as agreed with the clinical supervisor. To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes. To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist the team and respond to changes in evidence-based practice in individual work and work with other team members. To continually develop own knowledge of applied psychological models, specific client groups and types of psychological difficulty through reading, literature searches and personal study.

Professional To manage work independently according to goals agreed at intervals with their manager, working independently on a day to day basis To work within guidance and direction of qualified HCPC registered Psychologist and guided by the Professions standards including the British Psychological Society (BPS) Code of Conduct, Ethics Guidelines for Chartered Psychologists, and registration. To carry out Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activity and to maintain a CPD. log suitable for submission to the BPS, which demonstrates 70 hours per year CPD. CPD to include gaining wider experience of professional psychology within the NHS over and above that provided within the principal service area where the post-holder is employed. Also to include developing skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties

OTHER Prepare test materials, visual aids and undertake specific administrative duties as required.

Perform other duties of a similar kind appropriate to the grade that may be required from time to time by their manager.

COMMUNICATIONS AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Service users, families, carers and advocates Multi-disciplinary colleagues, social services staff, and staff from private / voluntary organisations. CAPs in other parts of the region (professional networks) Attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed. Clinical supervision is provided from a qualified Clinical Psychologist. Contributes to relevant Psychology activities and meets as required with Psychology colleagues.

EFFORT AND HEALTH & SAFETY FACTORS The duties of psychological assessment, intervention, and management require concentration and may require some long periods of sitting. Computers are used frequently The nature of the job involves work with people in distress and being faced with severe behavioural, emotional, and mental health issues. Sometimes it involves being faced with verbal and physical aggression, highly distressing self-injurious behaviour, and coming into contact with family breakdown, physical or sexual abuse and neglect. Competence in breakaway techniques (and restraint as necessary) is required. Work is conducted in a variety of settings (e.g. service users homes, hospital wards, residential or day care facilities). Settings may be difficult to work in, e.g. temperature, space available, frequent interruptions, lack of privacy, poor cleanliness, exposure to cigarette smoke and other environmental hazards. Work is sometimes in environments where there is close contact with people with poor personal hygiene and there may be contact with bodily fluids, blood, urine, faeces, lice, etc. The job requires transporting and using test materials / equipment (suitcase sized loads)

MOST CHALLENGING PART OF THE JOB Working in very emotionally demanding situations, being faced with significant levels of distress or anger, or other challenging behaviours. Working with service users/patients who may experience psychosis, suicidal thoughts, self-harm and substance misuse leading to emotional deregulation, behavioural disturbance and verbal and actual threats of harm. Undertaking complex assessments with service users who have multiple needs, including adverse childhood experiences: complex social and housing needs: substance misuse difficulties and high levels of risk Working with service users with chronic and/or deteriorating conditions, and dealing with the breaking of bad news with services users, their families and carers about their condition. Tackling barriers to assessment and interventions such as lack of insight, or engagement with services, impairment in communication, sensory impairment or other cognitive impairments. Developing capacity for accurate self-awareness about current knowledge, skills and gaps to develop own learning objectives to meet needs of the job role. Dealing effectively with conflict, controversy, distress and confrontation on a regular basis Managing the expectations of service users, and carers.

Please refer to JD/PS for additional detail about generic responsibilities for all post holders in GHC.

The Trustis required towork in line with the Governments UK Visa and Immigration Rules and Regulations. For more information about sponsorship for certain roles, please visit -https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Honours degree in BPS accredited psychology degree (2:1 or above or 2:2 with substantial relevant experience)
• Completed level 7 Apprenticeship masters degree 'Clinical Associate in Psychology' from an approved course
• Eligible for graduate basis for chartered membership of BPS

Desirable

• Evidence of training/CPD to develop knowledge and theory relevant to the specialism

Experience

Essential

• Willingness to work in the face of emotive and distressing problems, and possible verbal abuse/threat of physical abuse
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, sensitive information to patients, carers and families and other colleagues
• Prior experience with the service user group or experience in an inpatient or residential clinical setting
• Some experience of using/administering/interpreting neuropsychological standardised tests e.g. WAIS IV/WMS/DKEFS
• Additional knowledge/experience of research methodology

Knowledge

Essential

• Strong listening skills, empathic towards people in distress
• Practical working knowledge of at least one relevant psychological approach e.g. CBT
• Experience of MDT working
• Experience of groups

Skills

Essential

• Emotional robustness to frequently work with the intense distress of others
• Calm but assertive to help effective communication when there are barriers to understanding and in circumstances where hostility, manipulation, conflict and antagonism could be present
• Ability to recognise limits of competence and seek support when needed
• Ability to prioritise work and organise own diary
• Ability to undertake all statutory and mandatory training
• Competency in breakaway techniques and de-escalation established and maintained via trust training

Other requirements

Essential

• Computer literate, keyboard skills and competent with Microsoft office software
• Ability to travel to locations as required in a timely manner to fulfil the requirements of the role
• Ability to keep and maintain appropriate records in keeping with Trust policies and BPS guidance

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

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wotton Lawn Hospital

Horton Road

Gloucester

GL1 3WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will within a multiagency team to identify early and engage to help at risk families delivering evidenced based episodes of care.

The post holder will have a shared responsibility for managing skill mix teams

The post holder will participate in practice development and public health initiatives

The post holder will have responsibility for maintaining own professional accountability through supervision and updating.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship as per the Governments UK VISA and Immigration Rules and Regulations. For moreinformationplease visithttps://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to a degree level (or equivalent)
• Specialist Community Public Health Nursing qualification, diploma or degree
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Active registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) on part 1 or 2 (Registered Nurse of Midwife)- RHV Health Visitor HV Health Visitor

Length and /or nature of experience

Essential

• Experience of working across agencies
• Understanding and experience of the application of research in practice
• Evidence of child protection experience
• Experience in identifying and assessing health needs including community health needs

Professional/ managerial/ specialist knowledge

Essential

• Sound understanding of the NHS plan and other national policies and how it will impact on local services
• Knowledge of health visiting policies and procedures that underpin evidence based practice

Desirable

• Knowledge of Family Drug and Alcohol Court, framework and practices

Personal Skills, Abilities and Attributes

Essential

• Accurate clinical record keeping following national and local guidelines
• The ability to undertake in-depth and evidence based reports to assist allied professionals within the FDAC
• To deliver specific & specialised assessments and interventions
• Provision of accurate data following set systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Maintain records as per NMC guidelines/local policy
• IT literacy
• Ability to teach, assess and present
• Good listening, communication and networking skills
• Ability to form good working relationships with colleagues and clients
• Ability to undertake all statutory and mandatory training

Desirable

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages eg Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher, Outlook

Other requirements

Essential

• Ability to cope with a frequently changing professional climate

Desirable

• Ability to travel around the locality as requested, independently and efficiently.

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

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Barbican House

TACS 2nd Floor, Barbican House, Barbican Road

Gloucester

GL1 2JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Scope & Range

• To be responsible and accountable for own practice, working within limits of competence, standard operating procedures, policies and within professional boundaries raising concerns when indicated.
• Work in an effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time management and organizational skills to effectively deliver person-centered care for an allocated group of individuals.
• Contribute to the improvement of service by reflecting on own practice and supporting that of others. Sharing ideas with colleagues to improve care and suggest areas for innovation.
• The post may involve [inpatient/community-based] work with external trips and visits to service users in the community or their homes or day services. An ability to travel is essential.
• To demonstrate and support the service user with daily living skills e.g. laundry, making food, snacks, drinks, cleaning etc.

2. Clinical Practice

• Develop understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the on-going delivery, assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care.
• To keep the patient at the centre of their care, ensuring patient and carer participation in decision-making and promoting health and independence through awareness raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate.
• Deliver effective care following treatment plans determined by the Registered Nurse or registered care professional and provide feedback on progress against the plans.
• Understanding of principles of the Mental Capacity Act / Best interest process / Mental Health Act /
• Deprivation of Liberties and applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice / guidance from the Registered Nurse or registered care professional as required. Understanding of informed consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures. Ensuring all relevant documentation is completed in a timely manner.
• As directed, respond to the needs of service users quickly and effectively, as outlined in care plan / risk assessment / positive behaviour support plan etc and as per trust policy and procedures.
• Assist with promoting independence and empowerment with individuals to enable them to make their own informed health care decisions. Ensuring patients are supported to reach their optimum level of independence.
• Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times and that the needs and wishes of the individual are documented.
• As trained, assess, perform, inform registered practitioners and record clinical physical observations e.g. blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse, food & fluid intake, bodily functions.
• Monitor, record and inform registered practitioners around observations as trained for example changes in mood and mental state and/or behaviours that challenge using tools such as ABC charts, sleep monitoring, frequency charts etc.
• Assist in the assessment of risk and contribute to the production of risk management plans.
• Promote a healthy lifestyle through undertaking health education and promotion with service users, family members and/or carers. This will involve using accessible information.
• Escorting or accompanying service users for planned periods of leave on hospital grounds and in the community to promote social inclusion and normalization.
• To accompany service user during hospital admissions and outpatient appointments as risk assessed.
• To identify and escalate safeguarding issues of vulnerable children and adults reporting in a timely manner to registered colleagues/management when required.
• To follow and be accountable for own responsibilities in regard to safety e.g. key holding requirements, visitors management, infection control etc

For a full list of duties and responsibilities please see attached job description.

Person Specification

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Empathy
• Well-developed listening skills and effective verbal communication skills, and ability to communicate both face to face, via email and by telephone.
• Experience of supporting other workers
• Knowledge of the types of stigma / prejudice experienced by people with Learning Disabilities, and possible ways of challenging this.
• Team-working skills and ability to function effectively and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary setting.
• Experience or understanding of adult, children's, mental health or learning disability setting
• Ability to articulate and demonstrate compassionate, focused care that values diversity and equality
• Possession of, or ability and willingness to undertake, an appropriate Level 3 vocational qualification (e.g. Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship)

Desirable

• Training around understanding of behaviours that challenge.

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

The Kingfisher, Blackberry Hill Hospital

Manor road

Bristol

BS16 2EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Responsible for processing clinic letters/test result letters general correspondence, and other tasks required by the department*Receive, sort and prioritise daily correspondence.*Monitor waiting lists proactively .*Contribute to the review of administrative and clerical functions within the department and make recommendations to enhance the service provision for all users of the department.*Photocopying/filing and other administrative duties to ensure the efficient running of the office.*Prioritise sometimes conflicting department requirements, independently of, or with consultants and other secretarial support to meet deadlines i.e. 5 day turnaround for clinics.*Organise meetings, including the booking of rooms as necessary, for the clinicians and their teams as required.*Act as a contact point, liaising with patients, medical and nursing staff and other external agencies dealing with queries competently and professionally, taking action when appropriate in accordance with Data Protection.*To provide secretarial cover and undertake general office duties as necessary within the department.*To effectively deal with incoming mail for clinicians.*Such other reasonable duties, appropriate to a Band 3.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous secretarial/administrative experience

Desirable

• Previous NHS administrative experience

qualification

Essential

• Excellent IT Skills

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Enjoy team working

Skills

Essential

• excellent telephone and communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Training & Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 yrs of NHS experience
• Minimum of 8 years postgraduate experience including three years as a Registrar in an approved training post, or equivalent. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential.
• Training in diagnosis and treatment of Emergency Medicine conditions.

Desirable

• Advanced resuscitation skills, experience of observation Medicine

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Ability to provide independent consultant-level clinical decision making.
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty

Desirable

• Broad range of IT skills

Clinical Governance and Audit

Essential

• Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
• Experience in audit project and written up Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues.
• Knowledge of political context within which we operate.

Desirable

• Completion of a general management course or programme

Research

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles involved in research
• Evidence of involvement in clinical research

Desirable

• Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. PhD
• Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers
• Proven track record in research leadership or delivery.

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• FRCEM or equivalent
• CCT in Emergency Medicine or within 6 months of completion and eligible for entry to the GMC Specialist Register at the time of appointment. CESR applicants are welcome and must have their CESR in place at the time of interview.
• Full registration with the GMC

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS).

Teaching and Training

Essential

• Experience of teaching medical undergraduates & postgraduates
• Proven teaching ability
• Experience of supervising trainees.
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Formal teaching/ education qualification
• Educational Supervisor training completed.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and educational leadership

Management & Leadership

Essential

• Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks

Desirable

• Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multiprofessional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations

Desirable

• Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Trained as a Consultant Appraiser

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualification and Registrations

Essential

• Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• Or Within 6 months of obtaining expected CCT date at time of interview *Locum candidates will be considered without CCT or CESR
• FRCS (Gen) or equivalent
• Training/experience in oncoplastic breast surgery

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent
• Oncoplastic breast fellowship

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in breast disease management with a validated surgical logbook of index breast procedures
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
• Experience in independent oncoplastic breast surgery
• Trained to perform NHSBSP operative cases
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinions on a range of breast problems, both elective and emergency

Desirable

• Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy
• Specialist oncoplastic breast fellowship
• Experience in breast ultrasound
• Experience in mammographic interpretation

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty

Desirable

• Broad range of IT skills

Clinical Governance and Audit

Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Positive approach to evidence based practice
• Evidence of recent and regular engagement with icontinuing professional development (CPD) scheme

Management & Leadership

Essential

• Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks

Desirable

• Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations

Desirable

• Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Trained as a Consultant Appraiser

Other

Essential

• Meets professional health requirements
• Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role

Teaching and Training

Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and AHP's
• Experience of supervising trainees.
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Formal teaching/ education qualification
• Educational Supervisor training completed Formal teaching/ education qualification
• Educational Supervisor training completed

Resarch

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles involved in research
• Evidence of involvement in research

Desirable

• Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. PhD
• Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Director of Infection Prevention Services will provide Trust-wide strategic leadership, professional accountability and assurance for Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) across Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. Acting as Deputy Director of Infection Prevention and Control, the postholder will exercise delegated authority on behalf of the Chief Nursing & Improvement Officer as DIPC and will ensure that the Trust meets its statutory, regulatory and professional responsibilities for infection prevention and control.

The postholder will lead the development, implementation and evaluation of Trust-wide IPC strategies, standards and policies, supporting the harmonisation of practice across hospital sites and reducing unwarranted variation. They will provide senior leadership for programmes including healthcare-associated infection reduction, antimicrobial resistance and stewardship, surveillance, audit and continuous improvement.

They will provide formal assurance to the Chief Nursing & Improvement Officer, Executive Team and Board committees regarding IPC performance, risk, compliance and outcomes, and will ensure that significant infection prevention risks are identified, escalated and effectively managed. The role includes senior oversight of outbreaks, serious incidents and high-risk IPC events, together with professional leadership into emergency preparedness, pandemic response and organisational resilience arrangements.

The Director will provide senior professional leadership to the Trusts IPC workforce, including direct line management of the Heads of IPC. They will oversee professional standards, competency frameworks, education, workforce planning, clinical supervision, research and innovation, ensuring that services have the capacity and capability required to meet organisational priorities.

The postholder will hold strategic oversight of IPC resources, budgets, digital surveillance and reporting systems, and will contribute to decisions regarding service development, workforce, estates and infrastructure. They will provide assurance in areas including cleaning and decontamination, water safety, ventilation, equipment and surfaces, and procurement where infection risk is present.

This is a highly collaborative role. The postholder will work closely with clinical and operational leaders across the Trust, the Chief Nursing & Improvement Officer, the Director of Communities & Inclusion, Heads of IPC, microbiology, antimicrobial stewardship, estates, facilities, quality and improvement colleagues. Externally, they will represent the Trust and develop effective relationships with organisations including CQC, NHS England, UKHSA, ICBs, local authorities, higher education institutions and other system and regional partners.

The role is professionally accountable to the Chief Nursing & Improvement Officer as DIPC and managerially accountable to the Director of Communities & Inclusion. Cross-site working across Bristol NHS Foundation Trust will be required, alongside participation in organisational emergency, incident response and business continuity arrangements as appropriate.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Registered healthcare professional (NMC / HCPC or equivalent)
• Master's degree or equivalent senior-level leadership training or experience
• Evidence of sustained continuous professional development at senior level
• Specialist IPC Master's level qualification or equivalent senior-level IPC expertise

Desirable

• Training or qualification in epidemiology, public health, quality improvement or data analytics

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Significant senior IPC leadership experience within a complex, high-risk healthcare environment
• In-depth knowledge of IPC statutory frameworks, including the Health & Social Care Act, IPC Code of Practice and UKHSA guidance
• Experience providing formal assurance to Executive Directors, Boards or Board-level committees
• Experience coordinating IPC activity across multiple services or sites
• Strong understanding of outbreak management, surveillance systems, incident investigation and organisational learning
• Strong understanding of TV governance, pressure ulcer reduction, wound care and surface/equipment risk management
• Proven ability to lead large-scale harm reduction and prevention programmes
• Experience leading complex change, transformation or quality improvement programmes

Desirable

• Experience contributing to or leading organisational responses to CQC inspections or regulatory interventions
• Experience contributing to organisational emergency preparedness or resilience planning
• Understanding of health inequalities, population risk and their impact on infection outcomes
• Experience working with or alongside UKHSA, Public Health teams, ICBs or regional systems

Skills and Behaviours

Essential

• Highly developed ability to analyse, interpret and synthesise complex epidemiological, surveillance and safety data
• Ability to provide credible, evidence-based assurance and advice to senior leaders and committees
• Strategic leadership skills, with the ability to design and sustain prevention-focused IPC systems
• Highly developed political awareness and ability to navigate organisational complexity
• Confident influencer, able to challenge constructively and work effectively at executive and system level
• Skilled in managing high-risk issues, escalation and organisational risk appetite
• Resilient, adaptable and effective in highly pressured and ambiguous environments
• Inclusive, supportive leadership style that enables professional autonomy and site-based authority
• Ability to balance supportive professional leadership with robust assurance and challenge
• Ability to build and sustain effective cross-system partnerships aligned to ICS priorities

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Southmead Road,

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full job planning meeting will take place when the candidate starts.

Please refer to the Job Description for more details.

Please Contact Chris Wong for more information.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) Or Within 12 months of obtaining expected CCT date at time of interview.
• Full Cesr

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Upper gastro surgery and general surgery on call.
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

Desirable

• Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty

Desirable

• Broad range of IT skills

Clinical Governance and Audit

Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Positive approach to evidence based practice
• Evidence of recent and regular engagement with continuing professional development (CPD) scheme

Research

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles involved in research
• Evidence of involvement in research

Desirable

• Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. PhD
• Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers

Teaching and Training

Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and AHP's
• Experience of supervising trainees
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Formal teaching/ education qualification
• Educational Supervisor training completed

Management & Leadership

Essential

• Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks

Desirable

• Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations

Desirable

• Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Trained as a Consultant Appraiser

Other

Essential

• Meets professional health requirements
• Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by 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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Southmead

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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