Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a Medical Receptionist to join our friendly team. Duties will involve:

- answering the Practices telephone and assisting patients in a courteous, efficient and effective manner

- assist in processing repeat prescriptions

- greeting and dealing with patients and other visitors either in person or via the

- process personal and telephone requests to book appointments, visits and telephone consultations

- taking messages and passing on information

- filing, retrieving paperwork and photocopying

- processing and management of patient registrations

- computer data entry/data allocation and collation

- be part of a large shared rota for the occasional early evening, weekend or Bank holiday shift

- end of day closure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths Qualified to NVQ level 2 or equivalent in customer care/Business & admin/health and social care

Desirable

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent Medical Terminology

Experience

Essential

• Experience of customer service either face to face or telephone communications

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP Practice Experience of working in primary care Experience of working with prescriptions

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work under pressure and keep calm and polite Keyboard and IT Skills

Desirable

• Experience of TPP Systmone Computer system Knowledge of medical terminology Knowledge of prescriptions

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

Birchwood Medical Practice

Address

Jasmin Road

Lincoln

LN6 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will join a team of Consultant General Surgeons providing emergency and elective surgical services across Lincolnshire. The role includes:

• Delivery of high-quality emergency and elective general surgery services.
• Participation in outpatient clinics, theatre lists and ward rounds.
• Contribution to the Surgical Assessment Unit and ambulatory emergency surgery pathways.
• Participation in the Consultant Emergency General Surgery on-call rota (1:9).
• Supervision and training of undergraduate and postgraduate learners.
• Active involvement in clinical governance, audit, service development and quality improvement activities.
• Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration.
• FRCS (General Surgery) or equivalent.
• On the GMC Specialist Register for General Surgery, within six months of CCT, or at the point of submission of a Portfolio Pathway application.

Desirable

• Postgraduate higher degree (MD, MSc, PhD or equivalent).

Experience and Clinical Skills

Essential

• High standard of clinical skill and expertise in Emergency and Elective General Surgery.
• Broad operative experience demonstrated through an extensive logbook.
• Ability to work independently at Consultant level.

Desirable

• Previous Consultant-level experience.
• Accreditation as a Clinical Supervisor and/or Educational Supervisor.
• Experience of service development and redesign.
• Understanding of healthcare management and service organisation.

Additional Skills and attributes

Essential

• Flexible, resilient and able to work under pressure.
• Ability to implement and support change.
• IT literate.
• Ability to build effective professional relationships.

Desirable

• Evidence of developing innovative service improvements.
• Ability to introduce new technologies and ways of working.
• Willingness to lead audit 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.

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

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Lincoln County Hospital

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN2 5QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Frailty Specialist Nurse LHP PCN

Hours of Work: Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Location: The post holder will work across four GP practice sites within the Lincoln Healthcare Partnership (LHP) footprint and will provide care across care homes, community settings and patients own homes. The role requires regular travel throughout the locality to support delivery of the Enhanced Health in Care Homes (EHCH) Programme and Community Frailty and Complex Care Services.

Salary: Dependant on experience

Candidates who hold an Independent Prescribing qualification and can demonstrate advanced clinical practice skills may be considered for appointment at an enhanced pay scale, subject to experience, qualifications and organisational approval.

The salary offered will reflect the successful candidate's skills, experience and qualifications.

Responsible To: Frailty and Complex Care Clinical Lead

Accountable To: Clinical Director LHP

About Lincoln Healthcare Partnership (LHP)

Lincoln Healthcare Partnership (LHP) is committed to delivering integrated, neighbourhood-based healthcare that improves outcomes for local people and ensures patients receive the right care, at the right time, in the right place.

As the number of people living with frailty, multiple long-term conditions and complex healthcare needs continues to increase, proactive intervention and coordinated multidisciplinary care have become essential to improving quality of life, maintaining independence and reducing avoidable use of urgent and emergency care services.

Working collaboratively across Primary Care, Community Services, Social Care, Secondary Care, Virtual Wards and Care Home Providers, LHP is transforming the way care is delivered to some of the most vulnerable individuals within our population.

This role is central to achieving that ambition

Supporting proactive, personalised frailty and complex care management across care homes and community settings

Job summary

The Frailty and Complex Care Nurse will work within their scope of practice as part of the Lincoln Healthcare Partnership (PCN) Frailty and Complex Care Team, providing proactive, person-centred care to individuals living with frailty, multiple long-term conditions, and complex health needs across both care home and community settings.

The post holder will support the delivery of the Enhanced Health in Care Homes (EHCH) service, providing clinical assessment, care planning, proactive management, and multidisciplinary support to residents within care homes. They will work closely with care home staff, GP practices, community services, and wider partners to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions and improve resident outcomes.

In addition, the post holder will support the Community Frailty and Complex Care Service, delivering comprehensive assessment, case management, care coordination, and ongoing clinical support to patients living in their own homes who have frailty, advanced illness, or complex healthcare needs.

The role requires the ability to work autonomously, undertaking comprehensive history taking, holistic assessment, clinical examination, and clinical decision-making. The post holder will identify individuals at risk of deterioration, contribute to anticipatory and personalised care planning, coordinate multidisciplinary interventions, and support patients to maintain independence and achieve the best possible quality of life.

A key requirement of this role is demonstrable experience in frailty assessment and management, together with excellent history-taking and clinical assessment skills, enabling the practitioner to formulate appropriate management plans and coordinate timely interventions.

Working under the leadership of the Frailty and Complex Care Clinical Lead and Lead GP, the post holder will work collaboratively with Frailty Care Coordinators, Clinical Pharmacists, General Practice teams, community services, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, integrated care.

The overarching aim of the role is to improve patient outcomes, reduce health inequalities, support people to remain safely in their usual place of residence, and reduce avoidable hospital admissions through proactive, coordinated care.

Please note: A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes are essential requirements of this role.

Key Responsibilities and duties

The post holder will:

• Undertake comprehensive clinical history taking and holistic patient assessments in care homes, clinics and patients' own homes.
• Assess and manage patients living with frailty, multimorbidity and complex healthcare needs.
• Contribute to Comprehensive Geriatric Assessments (CGA).
• Coordinate care across primary care, community services, social care, secondary care and voluntary sector partners.
• Participate in and lead MDT discussions where appropriate.
• Support Enhanced Health in Care Homes ward rounds and resident reviews.
• Deliver proactive care planning and admission avoidance interventions.
• Identify and respond to clinical deterioration appropriately.
• Support advance care planning, ReSPECT discussions and end-of-life care planning.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to Care Coordinators within the team.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Operate in line with clinical protocols and guidelines, ensuring professional, compassionate support for patients, families, and carers.
• Ensure compliance with practice CQC requirements and maintain accurate documentation.
• Work within all relevant PCN practice policies and procedural guidelines
• Facilitate patient education, self-management of disease, and behaviour modification.
• Collaborate closely with GPs and work independently to deliver safe, effective care to individuals, including those residing in care homes and the community
• Promote / support health & wellbeing, helping patients to remain independent and well at home.
• Contribute to Audit
• Conduct thorough person-centred needs assessment to develop care plans for each patient.
• The post holder will provide day-to-day leadership, supervision and line management to Care Coordinators within the frailty and complex care team, including workload management, wellbeing support, supervision, annual appraisals, performance management, professional development and competency support.
• To undertake any other tasks commensurate with the post

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC).
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.
• History taking Qualification

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Excellent clinical assessment skills.
• Clinical reasoning and decision-making.
• Ability to identify and manage clinical deterioration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership and line management skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritise a workload.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to facilitate difficult conversations with compassion and professionalism.
• Competent IT and clinical system skills.
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient-centred care.

Essential Experience

• Significant experience working with older adults, frailty and complex care.
• Experience undertaking comprehensive clinical history taking and holistic assessments.
• Experience managing a clinical caseload autonomously.
• Experience working within community, care home, primary care or integrated care services.
• Experience identifying and managing clinical deterioration.
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working.
• Experience of care planning and case management.
• Experience supporting patients with multiple long-term conditions.
• Experience of admission avoidance and crisis prevention.
• Experience supporting or managing staff.

Essential Knowledge

• Knowledge of frailty syndromes and frailty management.
• Understanding of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA).
• Knowledge of complex care management.
• Understanding of anticipatory care planning and ReSPECT.
• Understanding of safeguarding legislation and professional responsibilities.
• Knowledge of integrated neighbourhood working.
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and responsibilities

Desirable Experience

Experience of working in Primary Care and or General practice

Systmone experience

Experience of working with patients on the Frailty register

Experience carry out home visits

Long term condition or experience. Asthma, COPD, Diabetes, Heart disease

Professional Development

We are committed to supporting professional growth and career development. The successful candidate will have opportunities to further develop skills.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced clinician with strong history-taking and frailty assessment skills who wishes to develop within an innovative and expanding Frailty and Complex Care Service.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential Qualifications
• Registered Nurse NMC
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.
• History taking Qualification
• Essential Skills and Attributes
• Excellent clinical assessment skills.
• Clinical reasoning and decision-making.
• Ability to identify and manage clinical deterioration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership and line management skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritise a workload.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to facilitate difficult conversations with compassion and professionalism.
• Competent IT and clinical system skills.
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient-centred care.
• Essential Experience
• Significant experience working with older adults, frailty and complex care.
• Experience undertaking comprehensive clinical history taking and holistic assessments.
• Experience managing a clinical caseload autonomously.
• Experience working within community, care home, primary care or integrated care services.
• Experience identifying and managing clinical deterioration.
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working.
• Experience of care planning and case management.
• Experience supporting patients with multiple long-term conditions.
• Experience of admission avoidance and crisis prevention.
• Experience supporting or managing staff.
• Essential Knowledge
• Knowledge of frailty syndromes and frailty management.
• Understanding of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA).
• Knowledge of complex care management.
• Understanding of anticipatory care planning and ReSPECT.
• Understanding of safeguarding legislation and professional responsibilities.
• Knowledge of integrated neighbourhood working.
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and responsibilities

Desirable

• Desirable Experience
• Experience of working in Primary Care and or General practice
• Systmone experience
• Experience of working with patients on the Frailty register
• Experience carry out home visits
• Long term condition or experience. Asthma, COPD, Diabetes, Heart disease

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

Heart of Lincoln Medical Group

Address

Lincoln Healthcare Partnership PCN

Lindum Business Park

Lincoln

LN6 3QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the high quality medical services to all patients in accordance with the practices procedures and protocols.

Will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing a full range of general medical services to patients. In addition to providing primary care services, the post holder will be expected to be involved in liaison with other agencies.

Clinical responsibilities:

• In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/her-self available to undertake a variety of duties including face to face consultations, online consultations (using SystmConnect), telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion
• Carry out home visits as required
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health
• Providing counselling and health education
• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate
• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards
• Collecting data for audit purposes
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible)
• Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate
• Provide Family Planning, contraceptive and ante/post natal care
• Prepare medical reports for insurance companies, employers and other statutory bodies.
• Maintain appropriate level of communication with other agencies for whom care is being given to the patients for whom the practitioner is responsible.
• In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other responsibilities within the organisation:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety
• A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice
• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation
• Contributing to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of chronic disease management.
• Active participation in the management arrangements of the practice.
• Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records
• Contributing to the summarising of patient records and read-coding patient data
• Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.
• Participate in the teaching, training and supervision of other professionals, GP Registrars, undergraduate students attached to the practice both formally and informally.
• Assist the practice in maintaining GP training status.

Contribution to the implementation of services:

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work
• Participate in audit where appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with GMC
• Registered on Performers List as a General Practitioner

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Organisational skills/ time management
• Team Player

Experience

Desirable

• SystmConnect experience
• SystmOne experience
• Clinical supervision or mentoring

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

Nettleham Medical Practice

Address

14 Lodge Lane

Nettleham

Lincoln

LN2 2RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

Clinical coding - Process incoming clinical correspondence and accurately assign appropriate clinical codes into the patient record using SystmOne, in line with national standards and practice protocols, ensuring information is handled accurately and directed appropriately.

Records summarising - Summarise patient medical records to ensure information is accurately recorded in SystmOne in line with practice procedures.

Clinical recall - Assist with the call and recall of patients with long-term conditions with regard for both clinical and QOF requirements.

Process SystmOne tasks and other electronic communications, ensuring appropriate action is taken within required timescales.

Monitor relevant NHSmail inboxes and ensure correspondence is processed, distributed or actioned appropriately.

Work closely with colleagues to support effective clinical and administrative workflows.

Liaise with hospitals, community services and other healthcare providers regarding patient correspondence where required.

Work in accordance with all practice policies and procedures.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of administrative processes and patient services.

Provide cover and support across the administration team during periods of annual leave, sickness or increased workload to maintain continuity of service.

Attend and participate in relevant practice meetings, training and development activities.

Undertake any other appropriate administrative duties consistent with the nature and responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential criteria
• - Good standard of general education.
• - Fluent in written and spoken English.
• - Understanding of medical terminology.
• - Previous experience working within a GP practice, primary care
• or NHS setting.
• - Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• - Understanding of information governance and data protection
• requirements within healthcare settings.
• - Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• - Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• - Ability to prioritise work effectively and meet deadlines.
• - Ability to work independently and use own initiative, while still
• being part of a team.
• - Can demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy.
• - Adaptability.
• - Able to work calmly under pressure.

Desirable

• Desirable criteria
• - Knowledge of SystmOne.
• - Experience of processing clinical correspondence and summarising.
• - Experience of summarising.

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

Front Street Surgery

Address

14 Front Street

Acomb

York

YO24 3BZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Communication and Relationship SkillsAble to communicate complex information effectively with colleagues in pressured situations, such as equipment failure or breakdowns.

Able to work as part of a team and foster good working relationships with colleagues and suppliers.

Responsible for ensuring effective communications within their service and across professional boundaries, overcoming barriers to understanding.

Analytical and Judgemental SkillsPerform patient specific QA measurements, using a range of equipment and software, and analyse and advise on clinical suitability. Analyse and interpret the results. To include understanding of when escalation to an MPE is appropriate.

Analyse quality assurance and commissioning data related to external beam and brachytherapy treatment machines, CT scanners and associated equipment. Exercise judgement on when tolerances are exceeded, escalating as appropriate.

Analyse and interpret patient dosimetric calculations, assessments or measurements, e.g., electron cut-out factors, and investigate deviations from the required dose.

Advise on the acceptability of individual dose assessments, compare options and suggest treatment modifications to meet clinical tolerances.

Understand and apply relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines, e.g. IRR, IR(ME)R, ISO 9001, Data Protection Act, Caldicott and other relevant BSI and ISO standards, professional and regulatory body reports and guidelines.

Planning and Organisational SkillsAble to plan work required for commissioning new equipment within agreed time frames, often forming part of a wider plan, and involving multiple staff groups.

Understands the radiotherapy pathway and systems, enabling the effective management and support of clinical workflows.

Responsibilities for patient/client careProvide specialist clinical technical services within Radiotherapy Physics, assisting in the dosimetry, QA and maintenance of radiotherapy treatment machines and associated equipment, as well as in routine radiotherapy treatment planning as required; this work requires familiarity with the Radiotherapy Physics Quality Assurance procedures and national guidelines.

Develop and maintain specialist knowledge in Radiotherapy Physics.

Take the lead in particular projects (under supervision) intended to provide service development and improvement, achieved particularly through hardware and software developments.

Propose and play a part in the development of clinical and scientific procedures and work instructions to implement changes in clinical or scientific practice under the service quality management system.

Responsible for safe use of equipment by other staff members.

Responsibility for human resources (including training)Participate in the teaching, training and supervision of staff, students and other trainees, as required. This may include the preparation and giving of lectures on areas of Radiotherapy Physics to Scientific, Technical, Clinical, nursing and ancillary staff.

Able to plan workload for self and junior colleagues to ensure machine QA is completed within maintenance window, or dosimetry equipment is calibrated within appropriate time frame.

Keep careful records of all work performed and maintain department records as required.

Prepare reports, analyse and present scientific data when needed.

Participate in the development and introduction of new treatment technologies, techniques and dosimetry.

Freedom to ActWork independently, balancing the demands of routine planning, QA and dosimetry work, within clearly defined occupational policies with developmental projects.

Participate in wider radiotherapy activities, undertaking projects and tasks in accordance with agreed priorities and strategies.

Physical EffortMust be able to frequently sit in a restricted position for several long periods during a work session.

Able to move complex equipment, sometimes in confined spaces, and to install or remove delicate hardware components, taking appropriate anti-static precautions.

Able to lift medium/heavy weights on occasion (e.g. large monitor screens, Lead shielding blocks), attach scanning equipment to treatment machines, move large water reservoirs etc. Safe systems of work are imposed to minimise risk of injury.

Mental EffortFrequent requirement for concentration and is able to respond appropriately when subject to frequent unpredictable working patterns (e.g. when interrupted to provide urgent advice on the processing of data for a particular patient or treatment machine) or to meet service requirements, e.g., QA sessions.

Able to manage time flexibly to meet the requirements of the service.

Able to concentrate frequently and for prolonged periods (e.g. carrying out computer software development, troubleshooting, installation and testing or a sequence of Quality Assurance measurements) and processing measured beam data for the treatment planning system, commissioning measurements and radiation dosimetry.

Emotional EffortAble to deal with stressful circumstances (e.g. working to restore clinical systems to working order when patients and staff activity has been disrupted)

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• B.Sc. (Hons) in Physics 1st or 2.1 class or an appropriate relevant science or equivalent
• M.Sc. in Medical Physics or equivalent
• Professional registration as a Clinical Scientist with Health and Care Professions Council

Desirable

• Member of an appropriate professional body

Skills

Essential

• Strong abilities in solving scientific, mathematical and algorithmic problems
• Specialist skills in Radiotherapy Physics
• Effective written and oral communication skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Highly developed specialist knowledge of Radiotherapy Physics and peripheral knowledge of other areas within Medical Physics
• Understanding of patient and staff risks arising from equipment or process failure and staff error, with respect to Radiotherapy. Able to exercise judgement on complex facts or situations requiring urgent interpretation and analysis, followed by a comparison of the possible options for action
• Significant understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines relevant to Radiotherapy e.g. IRR, IRMER, Advancing Safer Radiotherapy
• Specialist knowledge of a wide range of clinical radiotherapy techniques and work practices with an understanding of the clinical data flow patterns and processing used by the relevant professionals in Radiotherapy
• Good understanding of legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines relevant to Radiotherapy Physics practice in general e.g. IRR, IRMER, ISO 9001
• Manual dexterity and understanding to handle delicate electronic instruments and components

Specialist attributes

Essential

• Ability to work individually and as a team member
• Ability to effectively manage unpredictable workloads and resources

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work in line with and role model Group values

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience in clinical science, ideally radiotherapy physics
• Evidence through, for example, CPD and Appraisal, to confirm professional career progression and continuing learning

Desirable

• Experience in research and development activities
• A track record to demonstrate developing experience in project management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Lincoln County Hospital

Lincoln

LN2 5QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

At Care in Mind our homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with our young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks and general life skills. You will also update online care records and complete medication administration. In addition, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment.

You will undertake a wide range of duties, which will involve direct and indirect care of young people who have complex mental health needs within the Care in Mind residential homes and various other settings e.g. college/leisure activities.

You will conduct multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people and to promote their independence ensuring continuity of care in accordance with Care in Mind policies and procedures.

The role of a floating waking night support worker, is to work across the Care in Mind portfolio of services covering Yorkshire. Therefore you must have a Full UK driving licence with access to a car.

Previous care experience is desirable but full training will be provided. You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from our friendly residential and clinical team.

The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people or enhancing your previous experience of mental health with the opportunity for excellent career development.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Level 2 Diploma qualification in care or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

Skills

Essential

• Able to work night shifts over any day across a 7-day week rota (bank holidays) Must be able to carry out all shift expectations as outlined: 8.30pm-7.30am
• IT skills and the ability to write emails and use Microsoft office
• An understanding of the issues young people face
• Good written communication skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
• To have a clean driving licence and access to a car

Other

Essential

• Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to meet the day-to-day needs of young people, including providing practical support with daily living activities
• Form and maintain professional working boundaries between staff and service users.
• Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during demanding situations.xInterview
• Be a confident driver with the ability to travel throughout the Northwest and Yorkshire.
• Ability to work flexibly
• We will expect your values and behaviours to mirror those of Care in Mind, as illustrated on page 2 of the job description.

Desirable

• Understanding of the issues around confidentiality
• Understanding of safeguarding

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

Care In Mind

Address

West Yorkshire

Yorkshire

WF179PH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We are looking for an Activity Coordinator to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Bierley.

You will be working 37.5 Hours per week (Shift Times to be agreed but will including alternative weekends and Evenings).

Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women.

The hospital is set across four wards offering single-sex male and female specialist mental health services. All our services are provided under the umbrella of a recovery orientated approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework.

Cygnet Hospital Bierley has a true focus on the service user and the over-riding aim of providing the best quality treatment and care possible. The team are committed to delivering care and treatment guided by the principles of a trauma informed approach.

Your Day-to-Day

We are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the care of patients at the service by assisting the Occupational Therapist with;

• Encouraging patients to access and become involved in a variety of activities as well maintaining any pre-existing hobbies.
• Planning and implementing therapy programmes whilst ensuring appropriate materials are obtained
• Contributing ideas, facilitating events and activities in a safe manner

Were looking for someone who has

• Experience and/or a passion for working in healthcare and with learning disabilities
• Some knowledge of Occupational Therapy
• A creative flair and the ability to work as part of a interdisciplinary team
• An awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion (desirable)

Why Cygnet? Well offer you....

• £25,712 Per Annum
• Company pension scheme
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card
• Free meals
• Clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational Therapist

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

West Yorkshire

BD4 6AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis
• Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly
• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs
• Demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision-making process
• Manage patient risk effectively and safely, including high levels of complexity and uncertainty
• Evaluate the safety and effectiveness of your own clinical practice
• Utilise your clinical mentor and other clinical staff appropriately to ensure safe and effective patient care, demonstrating awareness of your own limitations
• Provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, individualised patient care within the surgery, patients own home or other environment where patient care is carried out.
• Refer patients directly to other services/agencies as appropriate, utilising Practice and local guidelines and in a timely manner
• Pro-actively identify, diagnose, monitor and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition as appropriate
• Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan
• Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice, and national and practice protocols, and within own scope of practice.
• Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments.
• Provide information and advice on prescribed and over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions
• Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care
• Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy living and to apply principles of self-care
• Recognise, assess and refer patients with mental health needs as appropriate
• Communicate with and support patients receiving bad news

Other responsibilities:

• Recognise and work within own competence and in accordance with the professional code of conduct of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or Faculty of Physician Associates (Royal College of Physicians) as appropriate
• Monitor the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice through quality assurance strategies such as the use of audit, mentor feedback, case review and peer review
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation and records utilising I.T. as appropriate and in accordance with Practice protocol
• Use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense
• Deliver care according to evidence based practice, following agreed protocols, local and national guidelines
• Understand and apply legal policy that supports the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, being aware of statutory child/vulnerable adult health procedure and local guidance
• Work within policies regarding family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour, and refer as appropriate
• Contribute to achievement of the highest possible quality standards such as the QOF and other agreed Key Performance Indicator targets
• Attend in-house governance, educational and staff meetings as appropriate
• Assist with the training of other staff members and also with the education of doctors, nurses and other health professionals in training as appropriate
• Pro-active engagement with the practice population and wider community to promote healthy living and encourage uptake of services. This may include visits to local schools, community centres and other groups as necessary
• Undertake additional tasks as required within your general role as a Primary Care Practitioner and senior member of the team

Leadership responsibilities:

• Act as a positive role model
• Provide professional leadership as required
• Support the development of others in order to maximise potential
• Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and external good practice
• Critically evaluate and review innovations and developments that are relevant to the area of work
• Participate in planning and implementing changes within the area of care and responsibility
• Contribute and participate in the development of local guidelines, protocols and standards
• Ensure the principles of infection control and local/national policies and guidelines are applied throughout the practice, monitoring and implementing changes as required

Person Specification

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Able to undertake the requirements of the post.

Desirable

• Reliable.
• Flexible.
• Excellent attendance record.

Other

Essential

• Aware of accountability of own role and that required of a Registered Physician Associate.
• Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely.
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies.
• Understanding of evidence-based practice.
• Negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Ability to form good working relationships with a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to listen and empathise.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload.
• Demonstrable evidence and commitment to professional development.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work as team player.
• Initiative and drive.
• Pleasant and articulate.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Self-motivated and positive.
• Empathetic, honest, caring.
• Adaptable and forward looking.
• Enthusiastic and energetic.
• Diplomatic and considered.
• Hard working, willing and flexible.
• Observance of strict confidentiality.
• Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Quality and Outcomes Framework.

Knowledge/Qualifications/Skills

Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Registered Paramedic (HCPC) or Registered Physiotherapist (HCPC).
• Masters Degree in Advanced Clinical Practice.
• Minor illness qualification at degree level assessed by OSCEs
• Minor injuries qualification.
• Current registration.
• Independent non-medical prescriber or working towards it or proven ability to use Patient Group Directions.
• Aware of accountability of own role and that required of a Registered Practitioner.
• Good communication (oral and written) and inter personal skills.
• Change management skills and ability to support patients to change lifestyle.
• Negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Keyboard skills.

Desirable

• At least two years experience post MSc qualification.
• Mentor/teaching qualification.
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies.
• Knowledge of Quality and Outcomes Framework.

Competencies/Qualities/Attributes

Essential

• Practitioner-led management of minor illness and injuries.
• Evidence of working autonomously, with some support and supervision.
• First contact care.
• Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice.
• Ability to listen and empathise

Desirable

• Experience of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience of GP Clinical IT systems.
• Proven competency as an Independent non-medical prescriber.

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

Haxby Group

Address

Haxby & Wigginton Health Centre

2 The Village

York

YO32 2LL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We recruit people based on their values and qualifications (where required) and believe that their lived experience is an advantage, this means that together we are as diverse as the communities we care for. Simply put, when we employ caring people who act with integrity and have the right skills, we can give those with mental health challenges, learning disabilities and neurodiversity high-quality care and support to live fulfilling lives, and make our staff feel purposeful, happy and valued.All our information is available in accessible formats. Please contact the Recruitment team [email protected] to this advert is our candidates guide to values-based recruitment and supporting guidance on how to make a successful application.If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact the Recruitment Team or see the attached candidate guide to reasonable adjustments.To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Guide to Values Based Recruitment. This document provides you with information to help you apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Social Worker with relevant professional registration and a minimum of 2 years post-registration experience.

Skills

Essential

• Experience of working with individuals with complex needs, including assessment, care coordination and risk management.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working collaboratively with partner agencies and multidisciplinary teams to support service users and manage risk.
• Experience of providing professional leadership, supervision, training or support to colleagues within a team environment.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policy and best practice, including safeguarding, the Mental Health Act and contemporary social work practice.

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

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Forensic Services

Clifton House, Bluebeck Drive

York

YO30 5RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

The post holder is responsible for the delivery of general practice nursing to the whole practice population.

The focus of the role is both the delivery of evidence-based practice for patients presenting with a long term condition, and the provision of preventative health care to the practice population. As an autonomous practitioner the nurse is responsible for the care delivered, demonstrating critical thinking and skills in clinical decision-making in the management of patients. To work collaboratively within the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, support the delivery of policy and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical practice

Provide assessment, screening treatment, services and health education advice

Undertake the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs, smears, etc.

Assist with the organisation and co-organisation of the provision of nursing services for the practice

Provide general nursing treatment to patients in participation with general practitioners using agreed protocols

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with a known long-term condition to include health promotion and well being

Be competent and confident in managing people with long term health conditions

Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition as appropriate

Work with other health care professionals to diagnose, monitor, manage and treat long-term conditions, including non-drug based treatment methods using a management plan, and in line with national and local policies and practice needs

Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments

Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care

Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote patients to live healthily, and apply principles of self-care

Support and manage health needs of women presenting for family planning and cervical cytology consultations

Implement and participate competently in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children

Advise, support and administer vaccinations competently where appropriate for patient travelling abroad

Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with aural conditions

Assessing and treat routine wounds including trauma

Assessing to support good wound management in complex situations (e.g. use of Doppler technique)

Assisting the general practitioner and/or undertaking some simple procedures

Maintain the stock

Recognising issues and gathering sufficient information to refer (e.g. drugs; domestic violence; child protection; vulnerable adults; senior patients; social problems)

Act as a chaperone when required following the practice chaperone policy

To support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC Policy supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential
• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

Desirable

• Desirable
• Experience working within primary care/general practice.
• Experience managing patients with long-term conditions.
• Cervical cytology
• Immunisation Experience
• Training and development will be supported for the right candidate.

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

Ampleforth & Hovingham Surgeries

Address

Ampleforth Surgery

Back Lane

Ampleforth

York

YO62 4EF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Reporting to the Patient Flow Lead, as part of the wider MDT the Patient Flow Coordinator will support transfer of patients on and off the In-Patient Unit; between relevant hospice services (Hospice@Home, Wellbeing and Outreach and Frailty) and be a point of contact for patients, families and professionals to guide them through these transitions.

They will foster and maintain close relationships with key external partners and promote the Hospices services to new referrers and the public.

Main duties and responsibilities

Professional

1. Act as the first point of contact for Hospice services. Receive and manage complex or sensitive information, responding to distressing situations in a calm, sympathetic, and supportive manner.

2. Complete assessments to establish patient need and link with internal hospice teams and other providers to arrange support to meet the need.

3. Liaise with local commissioners to assist in timely onward care home placements or appropriate packages of care on a daily basis.

4. Work proactively with the Therapies team to review equipment requirements throughout a patients involvement with Hospice services.

5. Conduct home visits for pre- IPU admission or review as required.

6. Support the Hospice@Home team by assisting them with their triage and transfer processes.

7. Attend and support IPU transfer meetings, bringing together relevant parties to expediate patient preference.

8. Work within and promote the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and its principles, including conducting Mental Capacity Assessments, identifying the needs for DOLs application and co-ordinating care in best interest situations.

9. Promote concepts of advance care planning (ACP) with patients prior to and on admission to support provision of care best aligns to their preferences.

10. Build, maintain and develop effective working partnerships with existing services and local resources, to develop connections and opportunities within the local Community. The post holder will need to ensure that they keep updated with relevant changes and

developments within the private, voluntary and health sectors.

11. Identify safeguarding concerns in a timely manner, work with the customer to identify personal outcomes and where necessary refer for further safeguarding enquiries.

12. Maintain high-quality data management by overseeing patient record systems across sites and, ensuring all information is accurate, up-to-date, and concisely recorded.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health or social care role which focuses on discharge and transfers of care from inpatient to community settings
• Understanding of data protection and confidentiality
• Excellent documentation and record keeping skills
• Experience of co-ordinating and prioritising own workload
• Good knowledge of community resources
• Good organisational skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Experience of work with risk under the Mental Capacity Act

Desirable

• Experience of working within palliative care
• Experience of working within adult safeguarding procedures

Other

Essential

• Be prepared to assist with Hospice fundraising activities

Desirable

• Use of a car during working hours you must have business use on your car insurance

Personal

Essential

• Team player
• Self-motivated with an ability to deliver work within agreed timescales
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to new demands
• Focused on patient need
• Calm under pressure, displaying confidentiality, tact and diplomacy

IT

Essential

• Good basic IT skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Desirable

• Experience of using patient record systems

Communication

Essential

• Ability to interpret information requests and support data collection
• Good communication skills with demonstrable experience to communicate sometimes complex information to patients, families, colleagues, managers and external partners
• Able to handle and lead on sensitive discussions

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

St Leonard's Hospice

Address

St. Leonards Hospice

185 Tadcaster Road

Dringhouses

York

YO24 1GL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working as part of the Workforce, Education, Learning and Development (WELD) Team, the Internal Communications Lead will ensure staff and volunteers are informed, engaged and aligned with the Hospices mission, strategy and values. The role plays an important part in managing our Employer of Choice aspirations and supporting our employer brand working with all colleagues within the wider People team.

Main duties and responsibilities

Professional

1. Work with the WELD Manager to develop and implement a clear and engaging internal communications plan across a variety of channels.

2. Be proactive and respond to emerging and time-sensitive priorities in a professional and appropriate way.

3. Work closely with key stakeholders to get engaging content which aligns to the Hospices priorities.

4. Work with the Communications Team to ensure consistency in tone of voice and message in both internal and external messaging.

5. Proactively identify staff and volunteer stories that capture SLHs impact which can be used for different audiences such as recruitment and wellbeing.

6. Support key stakeholders with internal messaging around projects, service changes, tailoring messaging for different audiences.

7. Work alongside key departments to assist with the managing of internal channels such as the Hospices intranet and notice boards to maximise user engagement.

8. Work with the WELD Manager to create and analyse appropriate surveys.

9. Utilise data insights to improve and enhance the effectiveness of internal communications. Explore new tools to improve reach and engagement.

10. Undertake project work to support staff engagement and satisfaction levels, including wellbeing.

Person Specification

Personal

Essential

• A professional approach
• Work with discretion
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team
• Friendly and approachable
• Ability to work in a fast paced and varied environment and adapt quickly to changing briefs
• Enthusiasm and can do attitude

IT

Essential

• Strong IT skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)

Desirable

• Video skills, including the ability to film and edit

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum education A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualification

Desirable

• Educated to degree level
• Communications or marketing qualification

Communication

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including good grammar and the ability to translate messages into accessible plain English
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels within the Hospice

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in communications in a similar role
• Proven experience of successfully delivering communication campaigns
• Strong organisation and planning skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong copywriter
• Good attention to detail

Employer details

Employer name

St Leonard's Hospice

Address

St. Leonards Hospice

185 Tadcaster Road

Dringhouses

York

YO24 1GL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Day to day practice nurse duties in a GP Surgery.

• Travel health advice and vaccinations
• Child immunisations and advice
• Family planning & womens health including cervical smears
• QOF: screening and helping patients to manage long term conditions
• Chronic disease management
• Obtaining blood samples
• Electrocardiograms (ECGs)
• Minor and complex wound management including leg ulcers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential
• The ideal candidate will be registered with the NMC and ideally have experience working in a GP

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Heath Surgery

Address

London Road

Bracebridge Heath

Lincoln

Lincolnshire

LN4 2LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking practitioners who thrive upon innovation and are not averse to change. It is essential that you are a keen public health advocate who can demonstrate delivery of the healthy child programme. You will need to have the ability to work autonomously and as part of an integrated skill mix team.You need to have excellent communication skills and experience of working in partnership across organisational boundaries.You will need experience and knowledge of safeguarding children and families.You will need to be able to drive.

PURPOSE OF JOB: This service includes the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme by Health Visitors, Public Health Nurses and support staff. The service is a separate service but integrated in the Council's Early Help Teams and is focused on providing a strong universal input to all children and families antenatally and in the early years.

Intensive support will be provided to families and children aged 0-6 identified as having greater needs. The postholder will act as a named health visitor for specific families and will be responsible for:

To Deliver and evaluate an efficient and cost effective Health Visiting service for an identified population.

Delivering the national and local public health agendas in response to identified health and social need.

Working in partnership with other agencies including GPs and Early Help to meet agreed standards, objectives and statutory requirements to keep children healthy and safe.

Managing vulnerable caseloads, attending safeguarding, child protection and other professional meetings where appropriate.

Assisting as appropriate in providing an integrated approach to performance management, quality standards and service delivery within the 0-6 Childrens Health Service

Delivering new ways of working using evidence based practice.

Maintaining strong, positive working relationships with other services/ agencies and professionals aligned to the 0-6 Children's Health Service.

Our offer

We can offer you opportunities for personal and professional development. The Children's Health Team has a strong champion role structure which helps support the service and development of staff by encouraging involvement of HV's in their area of interest, for example we are currently training practitioners in video interactive guidance (VIG), and as lactation consultants. In Children's Health we support new areas of practice such as the development of a safe sleep tool and embedding the Solihull approach.

At Lincolnshire County Council we strongly believe in supporting our HV's and provide regular clinical and safeguarding supervision.

For newly qualified practitioners, we have a preceptorship programme in place to aid your development.

There is the opportunity for career progression through the G9 and G10 pay-scales depending on knowledge and experience.

If you have contributed to the NHS pension for one year this can be continued and NMC annual professional fees are paid.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Closing date: 27th September 2026

Interviews to be held on or around WC 5th October 2026

If you require any further information, please contact-Locality Health Manager Lyndsay Bushnell 07741605900 [email protected]

Locality Health Manager Alison Sharp 07741605799 [email protected]

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Thats why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your worklife balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you in the attached brochure.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

A relocation package may be considered for the successful candidate. More details relating to our Relocation Policy can be found here.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact [email protected].

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible guide everything we do. Were looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• - Registered General Nurse or Midwife
• - Specialist Community Public Health Nursing - Health Visiting
• qualification
• - Member of relevant professional body with an active NMC registration

Desirable

• Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Lincolnshire County Council

Address

3rd Floor, Lancaster House

36 Orchard Street

Lincoln

Lincolnshire

LN1 1XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://jobs.lincolnshire.gov.uk/home.html (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB TITLE: Medical Receptionist

REPORTS TO: Managine partner, Executive Assistant and Operations Lead

HOURS: Various TBA, Monday to Friday

Overview

First point of contact for patients, both on the reception desks and phones.

Receive, assist and signpost patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way.

Provide general assistance to the Practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone.

Provide efficient, helpful, informative and supportive reception and administration services to patients and members of the Practice team.

The candidate must have experience working with the general public, not necessarily in a healthcare setting. IT skills are vital to this role.

Responsibilities

1. Health & Safety

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

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards
• Reporting potential risks identified