Job description

Job responsibilities

Once you understand the requirements outlined in the advert, please ensure your application accurately reflects where you match them. For further information regarding the role please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Rachna Srivastava Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5904.

Person Specification

Questionnaire & Experience

Essential

• 3 years of ITU (at least ONE year's experience must be within hospitals in the UK with UK referee ( ITU Consultant)
• Working towards any of the following exams FICM, EDICM, FRCA, MRCP
• Ability to perform rapid sequence intubation without supervision in both adults and children

Desirable

• ATLS or PALS course
• Structured evidence in domains of leadership & management, clinical governance or teaching/ training
• Critical care ultrasound or echo cardiography skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Critical Care Medical Staffing

Romford

RM7 0AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• Annual appraisal and revalidation (when appropriate)
• Be on the NHSE medical performers list

All applicants should have skills including:

Essential

• Good understanding and experience of chronic disease management, and primary prevention and screening services;
• Ability to take responsibility for your own career development, learning and performance and are responsible for ensuring that all your mandatory training is in date;
• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies and guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety;
• Commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a confidential manner.

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

Primary Care Careers

Address

Lawson Pl,

Bury St Edmunds

Suffolk

IP32 7EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See the Job Description for full role details. It also provides the complete role specification. Further information about responsibilities and expectations is included within the document.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC specialist registration (or within 6 months of CCT)
• MRCP (UK) or equivalent
• Experience in general cardiology
• Ability to independently manage diagnosis and care of cardiology patients
• Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
• ALS provider

Desirable

• MD/PhD

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience commitment and enthusiasm for cardiology.
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical diagnosis and care of patients
• Evidence of ability to mentor staff, both medical and nursing

Desirable

• Other sub-speciality interest in imaging

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Ability to prioritise clinical need
• Ability to effectively organise oneself and own work
• Evidence of participation in clinical audit
• Ability to take a lead in developing/managing a clinical area
• Experience in wider aspects of patient care/service delivery (service design and networks)
• Ability to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority
• Ability to see patients as people, empathise, work co-operatively with others, be open and non-defensive, and maintain a sense of humour
• Ability to use a non-judgemental approach to patients and colleagues regardless of their sexuality, ethnicity, disability, religious beliefs or financial status
• Ability to change and adapt their work practices to respond to rapidly changing circumstances
• Able to operate effectively under pressure, cope with setbacks, be self-aware
• Is well prepared, shows self-discipline/ commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines
• Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients
• Car owner -- driver

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assist in the delivery of the Pharmacy Strategy, contributing to service development and innovation.

Lead on the development, implementation, management, and audit ofmedicines policies and clinical guidelines across the Trust, ensuring safe and effective prescribing for patients in the Acute and Emergency setting.

Supervise and support the training of pharmacy staff inpharmacotherapy, including prescribing considerations for conditions for patients in the Acute and Emergency setting.

Liaise with healthcare professionals acrossprimary and secondary care to ensure efficient use of medicines and resources, and improve communication of medication related issues.

Collaborate with consultants, multidisciplinary teams including specialist nursesto optimise pharmaceutical care and improve patient outcomes.

For a full list of duties, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent clinical knowledge and practical clinical skills for the relevant specialist role
• Good all-round clinical knowledge and practical clinical skills

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in a relevant specialist pharmacist role
• Antimicrobial Stewardship experience
• Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development / education
• Experience as a NMP

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational masters degree in pharmacy
• Membership of The General Pharmaceutical Council
• Diploma in clinical pharmacy or equivalent documented clinical experience
• Full NMP qualification

Desirable

• MRPharmS
• UKCPA membership

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Self-motivating and able to motivate/inspire others

Desirable

• Ability to affect and manage change

Other

Essential

• Computer literate

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Skills/abilities required:

Excellent customer service skills

Good standard of general education

Strong communication skills both oral and written

I.T. Literate

Excellent organisation skills

Flexible and adaptable

Well motivated

Previous work experience in a similar environment would be desirable

A DBS check will be requested for the successful applicant.

Job Types Part-time, Permanent

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential criteria
• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above. Good standard of general education.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Good organisational and time-management skills. Ability to follow policies, procedures and agreed protocols. Commitment to equality, diversity and patient-centred care. Willingness to undertake training and development. Ability to work flexibly to provide holiday and sickness cover when required.

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

Wychbury Medical Group

Address

62 Cradley Rd

Cradley Heath

Cradley Heath

West Midlands

B64 6AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the post holder There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

• Support the Lead Nurse in the leadership of the Nursing and HCA team.
• Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice including : Representing the Nurse team at Practice, Business and or external meetings, contribute to Nurse staff training and development, ensure Nurse team comply with CQC, NICE, NHSE, national and local guidelines, contribute to cost effective achievement of QOF and enhanced services, promote innovative ideas, be a resource of information, mentorship and support to others, act as a mentor for new staff and students assisting with induction and training.
• Assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans that promote health and well-being across the practice population and for specific patient groups
• Proactively identify, diagnose, and manage treatment plans for patients at risk developing and or having a long-term condition, including prescribing/deprescribing for that condition (medical and or social) in line with national and local guidance.
• For all areas of clinical practice understand the implications, needs of the patient and signpost appropriately.
• Contribute to practice targets both local and national, e.g. QOF.
• Provide adult and childhood immunisation service. Follow PSD/PGD guidelines, UK immunisation schedule.
• Plan and support leadership team with annual Flu campaign and mass population vaccination programmes.
• Administer prescribed therapies such as contraception injections/vitamin B12/GNHR/Aranesp/Denosumab and other patient specific injections, recognising side effects and contraindications.
• Perform wound management using appropriate (aseptic/clean) technique.
• Have good understanding of the process of wound healing, knowledge of wound management, potential complications, local and national guidance.
• Be proficient at Doppler assessment, knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiology of venous, arterial, and diabetic foot ulcers.
• Recognise signs of wound infection, manage appropriately and interprets results from microbiology sampling.
• To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
• To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
• To ensure clinical codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team
• To ensure the appropriate use of chronic disease registers
• Review medication for therapeutic effectiveness.
• Work with the Lead Nurse and Practice Management team to improve the management of disease within the practice population. Implement clear management plans with patients including appropriate prescribing and referral.
• Work to support compliance and adherence to prescribed treatments by detecting and managing side effects and or adverse reactions.
• Emphasise the importance of prevention and self care.
• Refer patients to other services or agencies as appropriate. Promoting communication between all involved in the patient care.
• To request pathology services and process pathology results as required.
• To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children.
• To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice).
• To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.).
• To conduct regular audits, e.g. smear audit, infection control audit.
• Take the lead in Infection Control, conduct audits, review policies and procedures, conduct training for all practice staff
• To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)

Secondary Responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Deputy Lead Practice Nurse may be requested to:

• Develop and review audit protocols and process for the practice, effectively utilising the audit cycle
• Develop, review and implement nursing protocols in conjunction with the nurse lead partner and practice management.
• Support all members of the nursing team, providing guidance when necessary, conducting appraisals and training needs analyses as required
• Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
• Support and participate in shared learning within the practice in order to improve patient care
• Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate
• Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach, i.e., root cause analysis (RCA)
• Lead the planning and implementation of changes within the nursing team, enhancing the provision of services to patients
• Support the practice team with the reviewing and implementation of practice policies and protocols, ensuring conformance to extant legislation

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Wound Care/removal or sutures and staples
• Smear taker
• ECGs
• Venepuncture
• New Patient Medicals
• Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly
• Understanding the requirement for PGDs and associated policy
• Understanding the importance of evidence based practice
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes
• Chaperone procedure
• Women's health
• Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel)
• Excellent communication skills
• Effective time management
• Team Working
• Good Interpersonal Skills
• Problem Solving and Analytical Skills
• Ability to Follow clinical policy and procedure
• Desirable
• Travel Medicine
• Spirometry
• Board Knowledge of Clinical Governance
• Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
• Awareness of issues within the wider health arena
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies
• Experience of Audit and able to lead audit programmes
• Experience with clinical risk management

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Post Graduate Diploma or Degree (Chronic Disease Management)

Desirable

• Nurse prescriber
• Mentor or Teaching Qualification
• Family Planning Qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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 Barkantine Practice

Address

Barkantine Clinic

121 Westferry Road

London

E14 8JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Consultant will have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and to undertake the administrative duties associated with their care. They will be expected to work collaboratively with the Clinical Director and Care Group Management on organisational and budget issues.The Post holder will work closely alongside other Rheumatologists in post to create a pleasant working environment with teamwork at the heart of what you do. The post requires delivery of both inpatient and outpatient Rheumatology services to the local population in East Kent Hospital University Foundation Trust.The on-call commitment and acute hospital sessional commitment to medicine and rehabilitation will be organised with the Consultants colleagues to ensure both delivery of this goal and continuity of responsibility for inpatient care. The on-call commitment will include week day cover and weekend cover, 1:16.In addition to general medical and rehabilitation duties there are flexible commitments, including administration, management, committee work, pastoral visits, relative interviews etc.The Rheumatology Directorate has a strong history of Clinical Leadership, and we will encourage new colleagues to develop their Leadership and Management skills with education programs and mentorship.

An Early Arthritis clinic is delivered at the base hospital and opportunities exist for musculoskeletal ultrasound training. There are monthly Rheumatology and Vasculitis MDTs and a weekly biologics MDT.

The appointee will be expected to deliver a service covering all aspects of Rheumatology, particularly early arthritis & biologics management. A special interest will be welcomed.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• MRCP or Equivalent
• Full GMC Registration
• Specialist Registration or will join the specialist register within 6 months of interview

Desirable

• Higher degree e.g. PhD or MD
• In depth expertise in at least one specialist field
• Specialty specific qualifications

Skills and experience

Essential

• Teaching experience

Desirable

• Willingness to teach medical, nursing and other staff

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Experience of Audit
• Understanding of clinical incident reporting & risk management
• Evidence of participation in annual appraisal

Desirable

• Experience of service improvement
• Previous involvement in education & training
• Interest in research & 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

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital

Margate

CT9 4AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, execute and evaluate physiotherapy interventions for referred children, within a multidisciplinary team setting and using facilities available, both on and off site.
• Carry out highly specialist physiotherapy assessments and interventions, including support for the on-site Botox clinic; serial casting; and Orthotics provision.
• Produce functional goals in collaboration with the child / young person, family and MDT.
• Devise suitable, individualised, 24hr physiotherapy/postural management programmes for each child, whether to be carried out by parents or members of the Multidisciplinary team these should be monitored, evaluated and adjusted appropriately according to the needs of the child.
• Work collaboratively with families to maximise engagement in therapy sessions; support the management of and promote confidence, in meeting their childs needs.
• Assess for and organise provision of necessary therapy equipment and/or orthotics. This may be loaned equipment for use at The Childrens Trust or recommendations for equipment for long-term use on return home.
• Teach, integrate and monitor physiotherapy interventions/ advice in the childs environment, whether it is carried out by parents, therapy staff, nursing or care staff.
• Work closely with all members of the Multidisciplinary Team, as well as the child and family, to provide a fully integrated approach to the overall management of the child. This will include any home/school visits, professional child related meetings and/ or appointments, as required.
• Use awareness of how other components of the childs care and rehabilitation may impact on their respiratory function.
• Use awareness of how a 24hr postural management programme impacts on the respiratory system, sleep pattern and the compliance to rehabilitation, to inform physiotherapy interventions and the multidisciplinary care and therapy plans.
• Support the delivery of 24hr rehabilitation, through the provision of advice/ information, education and modelling, to the Multidisciplinary Team, tailoring the provision of information to the needs of the child, their family and the staff concerned.
• Liaise with all appropriate medical staff, whether employed by The Childrens Trust, visiting consultants or at off-site clinics and attend clinics with the child, as and when required.
• Contribute to the assessment and discussion of new referrals to The Childrens Trust, carrying out off-site referral assessments around the United Kingdom, as required.
• Work collaboratively with professional colleagues in other services, to facilitate the admission and discharge process.
• Take on the role of Coordinating Therapist, following team discussion or as requested by the Heads of Therapy, in accordance with the profile description.
• Keep appropriate and accurate intervention records, fulfilling legal, professional and all other requirements of The Childrens Trust.
• Contribute to child related reports and assist with the collation of these as required, in a timely manner and in line with organisational targets.
• Critically evaluate new intervention methods and implement where deemed appropriate/ necessary.
• Provide clinical cover across the service during episodes of staff shortage/heavy workload, in order to ensure effective service delivery.
• Work flexibility in terms of hours of work, including the ability to work an early evening (weekly) and one weekend day, per calendar month.
• Represent the Therapy Team and The Childrens Trust when appropriate, deputising for the Heads of Therapy as required.
• Actively participate in and support the running of relevant meetings.
• To undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with children/young people (applying the principles of consistent communication).
• Facilitate effective communication with families and members of the Multidisciplinary Team.
• Recognise barriers to effective communication and be able to reduce these as appropriate.
• Maintain clear and concise documents and records, in accordance with The Childrens Trust Policy.
• Ensure documents are managed confidentially at all times.
• Attend and contribute to regular meetings with the Multidisciplinary Team, to discuss individual children/young people and service in general, as required e.g., reviews, case conferences, parents evenings, clinics.
• Manage informal complaints, in line with The Childrens Trust polices and contribute to the resolution of written complaints, and as they occur taking immediate action where necessary.

Governance

• Read and implement all policies, procedures, and risk assessments, pertinent to working practice and keep up to date with changes as and when they occur.
• Critically evaluate practice through clinical audits and by appraisal of the information gained, in combination with current knowledge of evidence-based practice; identify opportunities for service improvement and development, with support from Clinical Specialist Therapists/ Heads of Therapy.
• Continue the audit cycle, by evaluating any changes implemented as a result. This should include the adoption of evidence informed practice, the trial of emerging interventions and the cessation of interventions, where evidence is insufficient and other approaches are indicated.
• Recognise and critically appraise situations where the effectiveness, efficiency and quality of the service are compromised and take appropriate action to resolve the situation, with support from Highly Specialist Therapists/ Head of Rehabilitation Therapies.
• Critically reflect on own performance and that of other staff; and use this evaluation to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of future practice.
• Undergo The Childrens Trust Risk Assessor training, in order that all activities are risk assessed and documented in the most appropriate format. Ensure that detailed risk assessments are completed, as required.
• Actively participate in local clinical governance activities.

Career Long Learning, Education and Research

• Undertake all mandatory training, in line with The Childrens Trust policy.
• Advance personal knowledge, understanding and skills in line with identified learning needs, by making appropriate use of a variety of learning and development resources and opportunities, e.g. by attending courses/ lectures, contact and involvement with relevant special interest groups and visiting other departments/ organisations and by conducting Literature Reviews.
• Prepare appropriately for Performance Development Reviews, identifying learning objectives and setting targets; identify opportunities for professional development in order to meet continuing professional development requirements.
• Participates in in-service competency training programmes and teaching sessions, as appropriate.

Limits of Authority and Problem Solving

• Make day-to-day decisions regarding physiotherapy requirements for children and young people, based on case load, including recommendations for specialist equipment.
• Responsible for day-to-day time management and prioritisation of workload, taking into account the needs of the whole service.
• Monthly formal supervision.
• Provide formal supervision monthly to junior Therapists and/or Multidisciplinary Technicians.
• Supporting the Physiotherapy Team and house based multi-disciplinary team in delivery of an effective service.

Professionalism

• Takes action and raises concerns.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust.
• Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times.
• Committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours at all times.

Health and Safety

• Adheres to all Health and Safety guidelines, principles, and regulations to perform your role and comply with The Childrens Trust policies and procedures.
• Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post.
• Adhere to manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training.
• Promotes the health and safety of others.
• Uses the incident reporting and risk assessment system (Vantage), to identify and report risks and incidents/actions if directed.
• Responsible for identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment.

Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience

• Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems.
• Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary.
• Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience.
• Remains organised and focused when under pressure.
• Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback.
• Motivates self and other.

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Attention to detail
• Professional integrity, particularly in clinical governance
• Ability to work flexibly, in order to meet the needs of the service, including an early evening (weekly) and one weekend day, per calendar month (N.B. there is no On Call service required)
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust.
• Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload.
• Highly motivated and reliable.
• Ability to cope working in a demanding environment.
• Commitment to maintaining personal wellbeing and the wellbeing of colleagues.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of five years clinical experience post qualification
• Minimum of three years clinical experience working in Paediatrics, Neurology and/ or Neurosurgery
• Working within a multidisciplinary team
• Working with children and families
• Experience of undertaking a research study or audit

Desirable

• Experience of leading a team and change management
• Experiencing developing a new service pathway, or desire to do so
• Experience working in spinal cord injury rehabilitation

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Continuous Professional Development, above the regulatory body standards

Desirable

• Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or European Academy of Childhood Disability
• Postgraduate Diploma or Masters (or currently enrolled/ near to completion)

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of current research in acute brain injury in paediatrics
• Knowledge of relevant outcome measures relating to acute brain injury and/ or paediatric neurology
• Competent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Desirable

• Podium and/or poster presentations at conferences

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Children's Trust

Address

The Childrens Trust

Tadworth Court

Tadworth

Surrey

KT20 5RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Phlebotomy and specimen preparation
• NHS Health Checks
• Routine observations
• 24hr BP monitoring
• Clinical measurements (BP, pulse, height, weight, BMI)
• ECGs
• Urine testing
• Basic wound care and clip/suture removal
• B12 injections
• Adult vaccinations (flu/pneumo)
• Act as chaperone and support minor procedures
• Maintain accurate clinical records
• Stock ordering, rotation and restocking of clinical areas
• Contact patients for recalls and health promotion activities
• Work effectively within the multidisciplinary team and follow all Practice policies

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good communication and basic IT skills
• Ability to follow clinical protocols and work safely within scope
• Experience in a patientfacing role
• Phlebotomy training and competency

Desirable

• GCSE English & Maths (Grade A to C / 4 to 9)
• Care Certification
• Experience in primary care or GP settings
• Training in ECGs, BP monitoring, wound care or vaccinations
• Familiarity with EMIS or other clinical systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Groves Medical Group

Address

Vineyard Hill Road Surgery

67 Vineyard Hill Road

Wimbledon Park

SW19 7JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The Consultant Gynaecologist will provide consultant-led assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up for patients with moderate to high-complexity benign gynaecological conditions suitable for management within a Tier 3 Community Gynaecology Service.

The post holder will:

• Assess and manage patients escalated from Tier 2 services due to persistent symptoms, treatment failure, abnormal investigation results or diagnostic uncertainty that remain suitable for ambulatory management.
• Provide specialist assessment and treatment for complex heavy menstrual bleeding and abnormal uterine bleeding, including the investigation and management of suspected fibroids, adenomyosis, endometrial polyps and other intrauterine pathology not meeting urgent cancer criteria.
• Deliver consultant-led outpatient hysteroscopy services, including endometrial biopsy and approved see-and-treat procedures such as selected polypectomy, resection or ablation of suitable intrauterine lesions where commissioned.
• Provide specialist menopause and hormone management services, including the assessment and treatment of premature ovarian insufficiency, early menopause, treatment-resistant menopausal symptoms and complex HRT management.
• Manage patients with persistent dysmenorrhoea, pelvic pain, dyspareunia and suspected endometriosis requiring consultant review and targeted investigation, where management remains appropriate within a community setting.
• Undertake specialist assessment and management of complex PCOS, amenorrhoea and endocrine-related gynaecological conditions, working collaboratively with endocrinology and fertility services where appropriate.
• Assess and manage severe or treatment-resistant PMS and PMDD, ensuring appropriate liaison with mental health and other specialist services where required.
• Provide specialist assessment of persistent benign vulval conditions and undertake vulval biopsy where clinically indicated and commissioned.
• Assess and manage patients with urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse who have not responded to conservative management, including determining the need for further specialist intervention or surgery.
• Review and manage Trust waiting-list patients who have been pre-assessed as suitable for consultant-led ambulatory diagnostic and treatment pathways.
• Interpret diagnostic investigations, pathology and imaging results and formulate evidence-based management plans.
• Participate in multidisciplinary working, clinical governance, audit, service development and quality improvement activities.

Exclusions and Onward Referral

The Consultant Gynaecologist will ensure that patients whose clinical needs fall outside the commissioned Tier 3 Community Gynaecology Service are identified promptly and referred to the appropriate secondary, tertiary, urgent or specialist pathway. This includes:

• Suspected gynaecological cancer, postmenopausal bleeding requiring an urgent pathway, concerning pelvic or adnexal masses, ascites, or other urgent malignancy concerns.
• Emergency presentations including uncontrolled bleeding, severe anaemia or haemodynamic instability, acute abdomen, sepsis, pregnancy-related emergencies, or patients requiring same-day hospital assessment.
• Patients requiring major open, laparoscopic or complex hysteroscopic surgery, hysterectomy, pelvic floor surgery, inpatient admission or general anaesthesia outside the commissioned service model.
• Complex adnexal masses, deep infiltrating endometriosis, severe pelvic adhesions, fistulae, mesh complications or conditions requiring specialist multidisciplinary or tertiary care.
• Fertility treatment, recurrent miscarriage services, abortion or miscarriage management and obstetric care, unless separately commissioned.
• Complex colposcopy services or cervical dysplasia treatment outside the commissioned service scope.
• Patients requiring MRI, CT, urodynamic studies or other advanced diagnostics where no agreed pathway exists.
• Patients with significant anaesthetic, medical or safeguarding risks that make ambulatory assessment or treatment inappropriate.
• Cases requiring MDT review, persistent diagnostic uncertainty following Tier 3 assessment, pathology requiring specialist review, or findings that exceed the clinical or procedural scope of the service.
• Any patient who develops new red-flag symptoms or clinical deterioration during their care pathway requiring immediate escalation to an urgent, cancer or Tier 4 service.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• GMC registration with licence to practise
• Current GMC Specialist Registration or substantive experience working at SAS Grade level
• MRCOG or equivalent specialist qualification
• Significant experience in benign gynaecology
• Experience of ambulatory and outpatient procedures
• Strong clinical leadership and decision-making skills
• Commitment to patient-centred care and clinical excellence

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

HealthHarmonie

Address

Abercromby Health Centre

Grove Street

Edge Hill

Liverpool

L7 7HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us [email protected] you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• oEducated to GCSE/Grade 4 or equivalent in English (we accept Functional Skills Level 2)

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of working with computer systems, to include Microsoft Office and PAS
• Experience of working with staff at all levels
• Secretarial experience within the last 4 years in a Healthcare setting

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Evidence of secretarial skills including excellent audio typing and minute taking
• Evidence of effective communication skills both written and oral
• Evidence of ability to respond quickly to changing priorities, organising own workload to meet deadlines.
• Evidence of ability to work without direct supervision within broad procedural guidelines.
• Evidence of ability to exercise judgment when dealing with queries and to analyse and resolve problems.
• Familiarity with using PAS (Patient Administration System) desirable, however training can be provided. Evidence of ability to build and maintain good working relationships within a team.
• To be able to demonstrate integrity and professionalism when dealing difficult situations.
• An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Deputy Home Manager, youll be making sure the level of clinical care we offer goes beyond just professional standards and statutory, regulatory, and legal requirements. This means providing specialist nursing support and advice, taking responsibility for resident care in the Home Managers absence, and supervising/coaching colleagues to provide a service thats unparalleled in its empathy for resident issues.

HC-One is looking for a Deputy Home Manager with a valid NMC Pin, knowledge of National Standards, and the NMC code of practice. Not to mention a background in person-centred care planning within a care home. Beyond that, its all about your brilliant, positive energy and natural ability to get along with people. Youll be a great mentor who can manage time effectively and keep meaningful records. And, whenever you communicate with a resident or co-worker, youll be truly considerate and kind.

Youll value kindness above all. Because it drives every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. By joining HC-One, youll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word. It is a belief that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them so we can support them to lead their best possible life.

To be able to provide the kindest possible care there are 5 qualities that everyone who is part of the HC-One team shows up with, supports and coaches in each other every single day. We call these 5 qualities Kindness the HC-One Way: We are curious and ask questions, look for clues and seek to understand. We are compassionate and try to walk in the shoes of others. We're creative yet practical, using our imagination to make things happen. We are courageous in how we support residents to live the life they want, and we can always be counted on.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to learn from each other and better represent the communities we serve.

Our dedicated, professional colleagues strive to always deliver outstanding care and we care about our talented teams too, supporting them in their professional and personal growth. We are committed to developing people that work for us through robust career pathways, CPD and post graduate programmes. Throughout your career, HC-One will invest in you with great opportunities to progress into regional and national roles.

Complimenting your salary, we offer paid NMC PIN renewal and Nursing Times Membership, along with access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being and throughout your career as a Deputy Home Manager HC-One will invest in you and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Homemade meal whilst on shift
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications.
• GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16
• An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team.
• Colleague discounts Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
• Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues
• Excellent recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• Refer a Friend scheme

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Valid NMC pin

Desirable

• Valid NMC pin

Experience

Essential

• Valid NMC pin

Desirable

• Valid NMC pin

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Valid NMC pin

Desirable

• Valid NMC pin

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

HC-One

Address

Southgate House

Archer Street

Darlington

Co Durham

DL3 6AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://apply.hc-one.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who is experienced, proactive and able to confidently integrate into an established team. You will have the following:

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC PIN
• Minimum 3 years' post-registration experience in a GP surgery/primary care setting
• General Practice Nurse Foundation Programme (or equivalent experience)
• Current experience delivering adult and childhood immunisations
• Knowledge of clinical governance and quality improvement
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

All applicants must be experienced in:

Essential

• Adult and childhood immunisations
• Asthma, COPD and diabetes reviews
• Travel vaccinations and advice
• Cervical cytology (smears)
• Long-term condition management
• Treatment room skills and chronic disease reviews
• Leading on infection prevention & control (IPC)
• Managing staff competencies, training and absence oversight
• Supporting and supervising nursing team performance

Desirable

• Previous lead practice nurse or supervisory experience
• Spirometry qualification
• Experience leading audits and IPC
• Most importantly, we're looking for someone who can bring energy, confidence and leadership and become a key member of the team immediately.

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

Primary Care Careers

Address

163 London Road

Apsley

Hemel Hempstead

Hertfordshire

HP3 9SQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What inspired you to become a nurse?

Was it the desire to make a real difference through Kind Care? Or the drive to keep learning and growing in a profession thats always evolving working side by side with multi-disciplinary teams?

Whatever your reason for choosing care, at HC-One The Kind Care Company we offer a career where your compassion and dedication are truly valued.

Whether youre an experienced registered nurse or looking for a new and meaningful direction, working in a care home environment can be incredibly fulfilling.

Its a role that reflects the true heart of nursing combining clinical expertise with the opportunity to form genuine, lasting connections with Residents and their families.

Were looking for kind, compassionate nurses to join our committed care home teams. In return, we offer competitive, experience-based pay and an attractive package of rewarding benefits.

At HC-One, kindness is more than a wordits a way of life. We believe that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to live their best possible lives.

To provide the kindest possible care, everyone at HC-One brings and nurtures five key qualitieswhat we call Kindness the HC-One Way:

• We are curiousasking questions, seeking to understand.
• We are compassionatewalking in the shoes of others.
• We are creativefinding practical ways to make things happen.
• We are courageoussupporting residents to live the life they choose.
• And we are dependablepeople can always count on us.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and prioritise inclusive working practices across everything we do.

We are also enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning. This technology is helping us streamline care, improve outcomes, and make daily tasks more efficient. As we continue to grow our digital capabilities, were looking for team members who are comfortable with technologyor open to learning. You'll be supported every step of the way.

We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to get you started, with full support every step of the way. With clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and postgraduate programmes, HC-One will invest in your growthopening up opportunities at regional and national levels.

Please note: We are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time-limited visa. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be progressed.

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Pay rate is subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• Homemade meals whilst on shift
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (contract dependent)
• Group life Assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award-winning learning and development opportunities, with dedicated support to achieve additional qualifications.
• GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16.
• An opportunity to learn from experienced Colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team.
• Colleague discounts access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
• Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their families access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental, and financial issues
• Excellent Colleague recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Experience

Essential

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

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

HC-One

Address

Manners Road

Ilkeston

Derbyshire

DE7 5HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://apply.hc-one.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

This vacancy is open to experienced nurses only who have a current NMC PIN to practice as a Registered Nurse in the UK.

Please note an NMC PRN Pin is not a full NMC Pin and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.

The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receivea full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website:https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Part 1 Adult / General Level 1 or 2)

Experience

Essential

• IT Skills -communicates succinctly, clearly and accurately in writing
• Demonstrates evidence based clinical knowledge
• Be an effective team member who is able to relate to colleagues at all levels of the Trust with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to coordinate your workload and supervise members of the team, ensuring high quality, safe and effective patient care
• Post Registration Experience

Desirable

• Experience of the use of clinical systems
• Demonstrate initiative to proactively problem solve with a solution focus
• Ability to use reflective practice, to continuously improve the standard of patient care

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree / diploma in nursing studies(or equivalent nursing qualification and experience)

Desirable

• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD)
• Evidence of involvement in teaching
• Evidence of mentorship qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salford Royal Hospital

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities? Then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Successful completion of FRCOphth or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience in Ophthalmology
• Previous Paeds Ophthalmology experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Westcliff-on-sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The duties of this post will be subject to regular review, at least on an annual basis. The duties will reflect the requirements from the PCN DES and the GP contract in relation to prescribing and medicines management. These will include but are not limited to:

1. Clinically assess and treat patients using expert knowledge of medicines for specific disease areas.

2. Undertake Structured Medication Reviews to ensure patients take their medications correctly and get the best from them, reducing waste and promoting self-care.

3. Be a prescriber, or commit to completing training to become a prescriber.

4. Contribute to the delivery of effective daily processes for the transfer of care between hospitals and GPs including effective signposting, querying discrepancies and recommending appropriate medication changes.

5. To take a lead on the reconciliation of medicines following hospital discharge, working with secondary care colleagues, practice colleagues, patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the correct medicines post-discharge. Provide clinical expertise in medicines advice and addressing both the public and social care needs of patient

6. Support colleagues and patients with medication queries and drug monitoring especially with high risk drugs.

7. Take responsibility for the medicines management of some patients with complex chronic diseases.

8. Undertake clinical medication reviews to proactively manage people with complex polypharmacy.

9. To work with patients who need support reducing long term prescribed Opiates and Gabapentinoids.

10. To help tackle local inequalities and review the use of medicines most commonly associated with unplanned hospital admissions and readmissions through audit, individual patient reviews and action planning.

11. Contribute pharmaceutical advice for the development and implementation of new services that have medicinal aspects (e.g. advice on treatment pathways and patient information leaflets).

12. Contribute to the General Practice Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and enhanced services.

13. Work with general practice teams to ensure that practices are compliant with CQC standards where medicines are involved.

14. Take a lead role in supporting further integration of General Practice with other healthcare teams to help improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage general practice workload.

15. Take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols and liaison with specialist, community and anticoagulation pharmacists.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate degree in Pharmacy
• Registration with the GPhC

Desirable

• Independent Prescriber

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 5 years post registration experience as a Pharmacist

Desirable

• More than 5 years post registration experience as a Pharmacist
• Experience of working in a GP practice

Knowledge, skills and Qualities

Essential

• Experience of common acute and long-term conditions
• Strong problem solver
• Works efficiently independently
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills
• Rigorous in following legal, ethical, professional and organisational policies and codes of conduct
• Committed to continuous professional development
• Ability to apply research evidence base into the workplace
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• IT Literate
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience of medication reviews in practice
• Track record of improving work processed
• Up-to-date knowledge of CQC regulations in General practice
• Good understanding and history of quality improvement work through audit.
• Use of EMIS Web

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

Pendle East Primary Care Network

Address

Pendle East Community Hub

Colne Health Centre

Colne

Lancashire

BB8 0JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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