Job description

Job responsibilities

We are a training practice, use the EMIS Clinical system and have a strong emphasis on proactive teamwork.

The successful candidate will work as part of the clinical team and be responsible for consulting with patients in respect of their continuing medical and nursing needs.

Diabetes reviews skills, to include:

Interpreting results

Starting and adjusting medication

Promoting lifestyle changes

Managing reviews and follow ups

Treatment room skills, to include:

Phlebotomy

ECGs

Removal of sutures/clips

Wound care/dressings

Contraception

Cervical cytology

Child and adult injections

Hypertension management

Keep up to date with current guidelines and attend training updates as agreed with the practice.

Please refer to the uploaded Job Description for further details.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years' experience of working with healthcare professionals and or previous experience in the NHS.

Desirable

• Previously worked in a GP surgery.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level in Nursing.
• Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills.
• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Qualified in Diabetes.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong IT skills.
• Ability to prioritise, delegate and work to deadlines.
• Effective time management.

Desirable

• Knowledge of EMIS Web.
• Proven problem solving & Analytical skills.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Motivated & proactive.
• Ability to use initiative & judgement.
• Forward thinker with a solution focused approach.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to drive & deliver change effectively.
• Ability to motivate teams, enhance morale & maintain a positive working environment.

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

Brookside Group Practice

Address

The Brookside Group Practice

Brookside Close

Earley

Reading

RG6 7HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an individual who will play a role in engaging patients and use health coaching techniques to support them to take an active role in their health and wellbeing. The Health and Wellbeing Coach is responsible for delivering group and one to one sessions to improve patient health outcomes.

The coach will play a critical role in engaging patients and encouraging them on the benefits of making changes. This is a new role in our PCN and as such the coach will be able to help shape and develop the role based on their particular passion such as, healthy eating, physical activity, improving mental health etc, using health coaching techniques.

The health and wellbeing coach will work closely with those of low to medium complexity who will usually have 1 or more long term conditions.

The post holder will have a key role in helping to raise the local populations awareness of the support groups and opportunities available to assist them in achieving their health and wellbeing goals.

As a whole, your role and skills will support and encourage the prevention of developing further illness, or the deterioration of existing long-term conditions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Identification of people with long term conditions and low knowledge skills and confidence to manage their health and wellbeing

Providing support (clinical or non-clinical) to a cohort of patients who will benefit from proactive health management and care including being the single point of contact for the person or carer to simplify access and coordination of services

Playing a health and wellbeing coaching role; teaching and supporting patients/carers to understand and manage their own conditions and maintain an independent lifestyle through health coaching techniques to encourage patient activation

Supporting the development of personalised patient care plans, liaising with the practice team, patient/carer and the complex care team as appropriate.

Proactively supporting practice targets for number of patients who have seen a health coach

Proactively outreaching to patients on a regular and agreed basis

Where appropriate take and record patient observations such as BP/weight/BMI and when trained carry out phlebotomy to assist.

Playing an active role in MDT meetings if required (regular practice meetings to discuss high risk and / or complex patients) by gathering information and being prepared to update the team on patient progress towards goals etc. (as per their care plan)

Coordinating patient visits to primary care amongst the primary care team, ensuring efficient and effective visits for the patient cohort

Map and connect community activities/ resources at a locality level including supporting the development of a network of community health champions.

Support the delivery of community based public health initiatives such as physical activity, healthy eating and social connectedness.

Build and maintain strong links with the voluntary sector, supporting the voluntary and statutory sector to network and improve partnership working

Contribute to keeping the community directory up to date for their allocated area

Support delivery of systematic self-care support plans for those with Obesity, COPD, Diabetes, Pre-Diabetes, CVD and multiple long-term conditions.

Managing the effective use of available resources and services to provide constant standards of care in terms of both quality and quantity

Adopting a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency approach to care, ensuring that all aspects of the patients needs are met

Understand when it is appropriate or necessary to refer people to other health professionals/agencies

Ensure the patient record is accurately updated and maintained

Manage waiting lists if appropriate

Understand the barriers for individuals/groups in accessing support in the community, and use this insight in developing community-based support, working as part of the wider social prescribing model

Promote the service within the Primary Care Network, both for users and clinicians, building positive working relationships

Contribute to and work with others to organise awareness raising events for services that help support people to improve their health and wellbeing

Communicate effectively with colleagues, patients and carers so that information is shared to meet patients needs

The post holder will have a key role in helping to raise the local populations awareness of the support, groups and opportunities available to assist them in achieving their health and wellbeing goals.

The post holder will comply with the organisations policies and procedures:

FURTHER AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Health and Safety/Risk Management

The post-holder must comply at all times with the Network Health and Safety policies, in particular by following agreed safe working procedures and reporting incidents using the organisations Incident Reporting System.

Information Governance

As an employee you will have access to information that is sensitive to either an individual or to the organisation and you are reminded that in accordance with the requirements of Information Governance, NHS Code of Confidentiality, Data Protection Act 1998 and also the terms and conditions in your contract of employment, you have a duty to process this information judiciously and lawfully; failure to do so may result in disciplinary action.

Performance Appraisal and Personal Development Planning

The network is committed to providing a high quality service through the effective management and development of its employees. Each employee receives an Annual Performance Appraisal and a Personal Development Plan.

Statutory and Mandatory Training

All required Statutory and Mandatory training must be completed within the induction period and refresher training must also be undertaken on a regular basis and in accordance with agreed policy.

Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults

The network is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults within its care. As an employee you are accountable to ensure that you know how to respond when you are concerned for the safety of a child, young person or vulnerable adult.

Infection Prevention and Control

All employees are expected to follow consistently high standards in the prevention and control of infection, especially with reference to hand hygiene, adherence to dress/uniform code and for clinical staff and all procedures involving aseptic technique.

Special Working Conditions

The post-holder is required to travel independently between practice sites and to attend meetings at other locations as required.

Job Description Agreement

This job description is intended to provide an outline of the key tasks and responsibilities only. There may be other duties required of the post-holder commensurate with the position. This description will be open to regular review and may be amended to take into account development within the network. All members of staff should be prepared to take on additional duties or relinquish existing duties in order to maintain the efficient running of the network.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Adhere to a code of ethics and conduct in line with the NHS England and NHS Improvement Health coaching Implementation and Quality Summary Guide
• Have formal, individual and group coaching supervision which must come from a suitably qualified or experienced individual.
• Working closely in partnership with the Social Prescribing Link Worker(s) or social prescribing service provider to identify and work alongside people who may need additional support, but are not yet ready to benefit fully from social prescribing
• Experience working in health and wellbeing, public or voluntary sector or leisure and fitness environment
• Experience in a customer facing role
• Experience delivering lifestyle change / brief interventions
• Experience working in a health trainer / advisor role
• Excellent people skills, interacting with all types of people and able to change communication style to fit the person
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working with people from public, private and voluntary organisations
• Highly organised, managing time, resources and competing priorities in a structured and efficient way
• Highly motivated and willing to go out of your way to help clients
• Creative problem solver and willing to search for hard to find information
• Good IT and administrative skills
• Good understanding of health issues and the wider determinants of health and wellbeing
• Knowledge of social prescribing
• Understanding of health and social wellbeing and community/local/national services
• Using own initiative

Desirable

• Experience or willingness to train up in Phlebotomy and other patient observation taking.
• Experience working in partnership with community organisations
• Experience promoting and / or marketing services to other organisations / the public
• Experience of working on SystmOne (clinical system)

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to A level/BTEC or equivalent
• Be enrolled in, undertaking or qualified from appropriate health coaching training, covering topics outlined in the NHS England and NHS Improvement Implementation and Quality Summary Guide. The training to be delivered by a training organisation listed by the Personalised Care Institute
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Health/Social Care Degree

Other

Essential

• Willingness to travel within network of practices and to visit patients in their own homes

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

South Durham Health CIC

Address

The Surgery

Ashmore Terrace

Wheatley Hill

County Durham

DH6 3NP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are a training practice, use the EMIS Clinical system and have a strong emphasis on proactive teamwork.

There is the possibility for you to be involved in group consultations and lifestyle medicine should you wish to be.

The successful candidate will work as part of the clinical team and be responsible for providing a high level of service to our patients.

Please refer to the uploaded Job Description for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP, with current GMC membership

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of working with EMIS

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

Brookside Group Practice

Address

Brookside Close

Earley

Reading

RG6 7HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Manage a varied and interesting caseload in Diagnostics.

Instinctively meet the needs of patients and their families, offering comfort and reassurance.

Run visual acuity and eye pressure checks.

Complete post-operative checks .

Assist with minor surgeries and specialist treatments.

Run a wide variety of diagnostic tests, including OCT, Pentacam, Visual Fields. IOL.

Assist with Pre assessment, ECGs and Phlebotomy and assess Local Anaesthetic questionnaires when needed

Cover and triage the SOS line with support of the on call Doctors.

Person Specification

Essential & desirable

Essential

• oSecondary education to GCSE level including English and Maths oLevel 3 Healthcare.
• oPrevious experience in a Care or Hospital environment

Desirable

• Additional Ophthalmic training courses, Level 2 Medications
• oPrevious Ophthalmic 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Victoria Hospital

Holtye Road

East Grinstead

RH19 3DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Administrative and Executive Support

• Provide comprehensive administrative and executive assistance to the Senior Management Team, including diary management, meeting coordination, and minute-taking.
• Prepare and format correspondence, reports, presentations, and policy documents to a high professional standard.
• Manage communications, prioritising tasks and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, events, and logistics for internal and external meetings.

Operational and Governance Support

• Support the organisation and documentation of governance, operational, and board meetings.
• Maintain accurate records, filing systems, and document control in line with data protection and information governance policies.
• Track actions and deadlines to ensure timely completion of key operational priorities.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of reports, audits, and compliance documents.
• Supports achievement of site KPIs by ensuring timely coordination of governance meetings, accurate documentation of operational decisions, and effective communication that enables Senior Management to meet compliance, performance, and reporting deadlines in line with Home Office and NHS standards.

Communication and Stakeholder Liaison

• Act as the first point of contact for the Senior Management Team, handling internal and external enquiries professionally.
• Liaise effectively with colleagues, partners, and external stakeholders to support smooth operational delivery.
• Contribute to internal communications, newsletters, and engagement initiatives as required.

General Responsibilities

• Promote and uphold DrPA Secures ethos of CARE in all duties.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity at all times.
• Ensure compliance with information governance, data protection, and operational policies.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
• Take responsibility for personal wellbeing and professional development.
• Work flexibly to meet organisational needs, which may occasionally include evenings or weekends.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check & CTC Clearance

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.

This post will require the holder to undertake and successfully complete the Counter Terrorism Clearance (CTC) process.

Please note, in order to apply, all applicants need to have been living in the United Kingdom (with residency in the UK, such as UK/Irish/EU Passport, or an Indefinite Leave to Remain Visa) for the last 5 years with no more than a 28 day break being outside of the UK and no gaps in employment during this time.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or senior administrator.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Competent in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Commitment to DrPA Secures values and ethos.

Desirable

• Experience working in a secure environment, operational facility, or public sector setting.
• Knowledge of governance, compliance, or regulatory reporting.
• Experience supporting senior meetings, preparing reports, and drafting minutes.
• Familiarity with HR or recruitment administrative processes.

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

DoctorPA Secure LTD

Address

Flat 42 Kew Court

Richmond Road

Kingston Upon Thames

Surrey

KT2 5BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

Service user contact referred to in this Job description will only apply when working within a clinical area.

The post-holder will:

Under the supervison / direction of the Line Manager / Administrative Supervisor, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks and seeking support as and when necessary, provide a comprehensive, confidential, Secreterial / Administrative service to clinical/support services, in an efficient and confidential manner.

Provide services within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, whilst acting within the required sphere of competences for the role at all times.

Demonstrate sound knowledge of the service to enable the post holder to contribute and inform decision making within the service.

May work within clinical environments where conflict resolution may be required.

Act as principal point of contact for users of the service eg,individuals from within/outside the Trust, service users and members of the public etc.

Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

Develop and maintain good working relationships by being, flexible, adaptable, polite, positive and empathetic, communicating effectively and informatively.

Work with sensitivity and have a good understanding of the service provision and issues experienced by its users.

Prioritise own tasks, exercising a degree of independence, initiative and judgement. Assess situations, identify and resolve potential problems within own skill set. Refer and seek guidance on issues outside of postholders level of competency or authority to the Line Manager.

Work within well-established departmental/Trust policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established service delivery plans at all times.

Use effective verbal/written communication at all times, incorporating tact, empathy, consideration, courtesy and confidentiality. Adapt style of communication to respond to others user communication difficulties.

Ensure the service experienced is positive and service user confidentiality is maintained at all times. Treat users of the service, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.

For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must be appropriate to the role:
• NVQ level 3 or RSA III or OCR III (or equivalent level of qualification in related subject eg business admin, typing/word processing, customer services).
• Or, be able to demonstrate competency at level 3.

Desirable

• Willingness to undertake further study/development.

Special Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Good written communication skills, with the ability to deal with and prepare routine written correspondence.
• Good verbal communication skills, with the ability to obtain information and pass on comprehensive and confidential messages.
• In decision-making and prioritisation.
• Knowledge of Data Protection Act.
• Customer care skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Diversity/Cultural understanding.
• Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing situations.
• Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
• Able to use observation skills to identify potential risks and act appropriately.
• Demonstrates Trust Values.
• Able to fulfil the requirements of the Trusts value based induction.

Desirable

• Knowledge of information governance.
• Problem solving skills.

Training

Essential

• Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
• Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training and maintain skills.

Physical Attributes

Essential

• A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
• Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to be flexible to meet the demands of the post.
• Responsive attitude and approach.
• Dress appropriately for the environment.
• Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role.

Experience

Essential

• Recent Secretarial/administrative experience.
• Copy /audio typing if applicable to role.
• Note/minute taking.
• In using email, maintaining and updating paper and electronic diaries, arranging meetings.
• In using Microsoft Word and other Microsoft applications, e.g. Excel, Outlook , PowerPoint etc.
• In working as an effective team member with minimum supervision.
• In working in a busy environment with competing demands.
• Understanding of the need to maintain strict confidentiality.
• In using a degree of initiative.
• In organising and prioritising own tasks in order to meet deadlines.

Desirable

• In working in a caring environment.
• In dealing with the public.
• Of NHS software programme.
• Leadership skills.
• Customer Care skills.
• Excellent IT skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Beckside Court

286 Bradford Road

Batley

WF17 5PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide high quality front desk reception service to the Practice patient population
• Share in the general administrative duties associated with operating the Practice
• Answering the telephone to deal with enquiries, make appointments, transfer calls to appropriate team members etc
• Signposting patient enquiries to the most relevant clinician/service provider
• Opening and closing the surgery premises
• Taking part in team meetings and training
• Offer support and work together with the whole Practice Team

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) English & Maths

Experience

Essential

• Must have excellent interpersonal, telephone and organisational skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate a good level of computer literacy.
• Able to work on own initiative and as part of team and contribute to the wider practice team.

Desirable

• Experience of working within in a GP Surgery/NHS
• Experience of using Systmone clinical system

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

Ramsbury & Wanborough Surgery

Address

Ramsbury Surgery

Whittonditch Road

Ramsbury

Marlborough

Wiltshire

SN8 2QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Play a key role in ensuring that patients are supported in ensuring that potential barriers of care and support are identified early in the patients journey and throughout their hospital stay. *As per the Trust Care Process Model, ensuring that pre-discharge planning commences early.
• This means planning starts at the time a patient is identified for admission, whether into one of our Borough/Trust beds or other institutions whether NHS or Private.
• Attending and contributing to clinical meetings on the wards to identify potential barriers in patient care which may contribute towards their potential discharge.
• Undertaking assessments of patients identified as suitable for discharge with Home Treatment Teams and linking in with the respective locality Borough, with Trust and externally.
• Supporting with booking transport to facilitate smooth transitions to home destinations when patients are being discharged from the wards.
• Referring patients to CMHTs in a timely manner to ensure there is no delay at time of discharge.
• Liaising with care coordinators to ensure all barriers are identified early, clarifying potential risks that patients may pose to selves and others as well as seeking clarification of their intended purpose for patient admission.
• Supporting patients with GP registrations.
• Supporting patients with home visits to ensure habitability ahead of planned discharge and arrange blitz cleaning as appropriate.
• Supporting with referrals to KHP, ASC NRPF, Step Downs and welfare benefits referrals.
• Undertaking role of advocating for patients/service users under their care.
• To be conversant with policies on administration and issue of medication as per Trust policy.
• Liaise with pharmacy to ensure medications are dispensed in a timely manner
• To ensure that Safeguarding issues are acted upon and reported appropriately in line with the Trusts Safeguarding Policies.
• To operate within the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act and be able to exercise independent judgement in the assessment of mental health conditions.
• Support service users to adopt recovery strategies that promote their wellbeing, healthy lifestyle, independence and self-care.
• Using excellent communication skills to provide accurate information to service users and their families and carers in a sensitive and professional manner.

Have a flexible approach to work and complete tasks as required by the management team.

Please see greater detail in the attached JD and specification

Person Specification

Qualification/Education

Essential

• Recognised Professional Qualification in Nursing (RMN), Social Work (Dip SW/CQSW) or Occupational Therapy
• Masters degree or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Recognised leadership qualification or equivalent mangement experience

Skills / Abilities

Essential

• Good time management skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to rapidly analyse complex issues/problems, gather relevant information and exercise sound judgement in reaching the most appropriate conclusions.
• Experience of developing systems, process and new ways of working to optimise patient flow.
• Understanding of capacity management and bed management procedures.

Desirable

• Working knowledge of delayed discharge. Evidence of undertaking audit work.

Knowledge / experience

Essential

• Sound knowledge and understanding of current issues in specialty
• Experience and knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit
• Care Act Assessment & 117 Care Planning
• Understanding of capacity management and bed management procedures.
• Working knowledge of delayed discharge criteria and barriers to discharge.

Desirable

• Working knowledge of delayed discharge criteria and barriers to discharge.

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maudsley Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Delivers a comprehensive and effective clinical nutrition and dietetic service in acute hospital services in the specialist area/s or in the community.
• Provides specialist dietetic assessment, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and management in the clinical setting and in one or more sub-speciality areas. This may include supplementary prescribing.
• Provides specialist dietetic assessment, treatment, monitoring and management in one or more speciality areas of dietetics.
• Acts as a source of expertise in nutrition support and dietetics to patients, consultants and other health care professionals.
• Contributes to designing, planning and implementing research and audit and contributes to publishing results, working in interdisciplinary teams or with other health professionals.

Person Specification

Band 6

Essential

• Health and Care Professions Council Registered Dietitian.
• Degree in Dietetics or Science/Nutrition Degree plus Post-graduate Diploma in Dietetics
• Evidence of specialist training through short courses or a validated qualification in one of more specialist areas of dietetics e.g. nutrition support, paediatrics, home enteral feeding, supplementary Prescriber (Non-medical prescribing course V300)
• Post registration employment in general clinical dietetics.
• Evidence of participation in and contribution to audits
• Evidence in CPD
• Clinical Supervisory Skills Course and/or Teaching Certificate
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
• Good interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Basic training in counselling and/or motivational interviewing or cognitive behavioural therapy.
• Basic Food Hygiene.
• Experience in student training
• Experience of working with wider multidisciplinary team towards a shared purpose/goal
• Proficient use of Electronic Patient Records

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 Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Freeman Hospital

317 01 Freeman Hospital

NE7 7DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

To provide comprehensive primary care services to the patients of Camelford Medical Centre, delivering safe, effective and compassionate medical care in accordance with GMC standards, NHS contractual requirements and practice policies.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Undertake face-to-face, telephone and online consultations for patients presenting with undifferentiated and established conditions.
• Assess, investigate, diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses across all age groups.
• Develop and implement appropriate treatment and management plans.
• Prescribe medication safely and cost-effectively in line with local and national guidance.
• Refer patients appropriately to secondary care and community services.
• Review pathology and diagnostic results, taking timely and appropriate action.
• Process clinical correspondence and undertake associated follow-up actions.
• Provide advice on health promotion, disease prevention and lifestyle modification.
• Undertake home visits when clinically appropriate and in accordance with practice protocols.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and legally compliant clinical records using the EMIS clinical system.

Multidisciplinary Working

• Work closely with GPs, nursing staff and the wider multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care.
• Support colleagues by sharing knowledge and contributing to clinical discussions.
• Foster positive working relationships across the practice team.

Quality, Governance and Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical governance, audit and quality improvement activities.
• Contribute to the achievement of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and other contractual requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through continuing professional development.
• Participate fully in annual appraisal and GMC revalidation processes.
• Comply with all practice policies, safeguarding requirements, infection prevention standards and information governance procedures.

Practice Development

• Attend and contribute to relevant practice and clinical meetings.
• Support service improvement initiatives and the development of practice systems.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive and inclusive practice culture.
• Pursue and develop any agreed areas of special clinical interest that enhance patient services.

Other Duties

• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role of Salaried GP, as reasonably required by the Practice, following discussion and agreement.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within UK General Practice, including management of acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Ability to undertake independent clinical assessment, diagnosis and management of patients across all age groups.
• Experience of managing workload safely and effectively within a primary care setting.
• Excellent consultation and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of clinical governance, patient safety and quality improvement.
• Competence in maintaining accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Commitment to providing patient-centred care and continuity of care.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Salaried GP within General Practice.
• Experience of using EMIS clinical systems.
• Experience of participating in Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) activities.
• Experience of teaching, mentoring or supervising healthcare professionals or students.
• Experience of leading or contributing to service development or quality improvement initiatives.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity and a compassionate approach to patient care.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to meeting the needs of the practice and patients.
• Commitment to personal development, appraisal and revalidation requirements.
• Ability to contribute positively to the culture and values of Camelford Medical Centre.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Desirable

• A particular clinical interest or expertise that would enhance existing practice services.
• An interest in rural general practice and community-based healthcare.
• Participation in research, audit or teaching activities.
• Experience of digital consultation methods and modern models of primary care delivery.
• Evidence of leadership skills or an interest in future leadership development within primary care.

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise.
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List, or eligibility for inclusion prior to commencement of employment.
• MRCGP qualification (or equivalent experience recognised by the GMC/NHS England).
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and commitment to maintaining professional competence.
• Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.

Desirable

• Additional postgraduate qualifications relevant to primary care.
• Certification or training in a specialist area of interest that would complement practice services.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Camelford Medical Centre

Address

Camelford Medical Centre

Churchfield

Camelford

Cornwall

PL32 9YT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

The post will be based in the Department of General Surgery. The post involves supporting the supervising consultant in the full spectrum of clinical activity including main theatres, day surgery theatres, out-patient one-stop and follow-up clinics, paper clinics and ward work.

Homerton Breast Unit provides a full spectrum of Oncoplastic and Reconstructive services. This will provide an excellent opportunity to learn from experienced surgeons, particularly as they look to provide high-quality clinical care. The appointee will be expected to perform a full-time surgical practice with an interest in breast surgery. They will be a member of the breast multidisciplinary team and is expected to contribute to and practice according to the local, network and national clinical practice guidelines. There is no on-call commitment in the post.

Research Responsibilities

Homerton University Hospital has an active research environment. The breast unit is actively involved in multicentre trials. The appointee will be encouraged start new research projects or audits in addition to participating in any ongoing trials and national audits.

Management and Clinical Audit

The appointee will be expected to take part in the routine management and administrative duties associated with the care of their patients and the supervision of junior medical staff. The appointee will also be expected to take an active part in multi-disciplinary audit, to be involved in attempting to improve the quality of care to patients and the timeliness of communications with general practitioners, and to achieve improvements in clinical risk management.

There is a monthly half day session set aside within the clinical directorate at the Homerton for Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance during which all elective clinical duties are suspended to ensure attendance. A yearly timetable is available.

There is also an open-ended audit programme for all breast cancer patients, continuously auditing and evaluating several parameters as proposed by the recent NICE guidelines on breast cancer audit.

Homerton University Hospital is committed to implementing the New Deal for junior doctors, particularly on junior doctors hours. All the Trusts consultants are responsible for ensuring that the hours targets are met and the junior doctors timetabled educational programmes are maintained.

Continuing Medical Education

Continuing Medical Education is an integral part of the fellow post. The appointee will be encouraged to ensure that his/her full entitlement to CME/Study Leave is taken. Financial assistance with Course fees and travel is available.

Teaching

Homerton Hospital considers the teaching of medical students and surgical trainees of high priority. Homerton University Hospital has both undergraduate and postgraduate students, for which there are active teaching programmes. There trainees attend monthly half-day regional teaching sessions set aside for postgraduate teaching.

There are also two PRHO teaching sessions each week (in line with the University guidelines) and the successful candidate will be expected to help in giving lectures.

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registration and a minimum of 5 years' experience in General Surgery/Breast Surgery
• MRCS or equivalent post-graduate qualification

Desirable

• FRCS (general surgery) or FEBS (Breast Surgery) qualification

Experience

Essential

• Clinical training in breast surgery and minimum 1 year work experience in a breast unit

Skills

Essential

• Clinical and operative skill levels consistent with a senior registrar would be appropriate.
• Ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and respond appropriately to service need
• Awareness of the overall business environment in which the hospital operates Understanding of the importance of good clinical coding
• Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching
• Evidence of contribution to effective audit and clinical risk management
• Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English IT skills and computer literacy

Desirable

• Familiar with current structure of the health service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes
• Management of team or programme or project
• Experience of educational supervision, teaching skills course/ 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

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Homerton Hospital

Homerton Row

London, England, United Kingdom

E9 6SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients as well as providing nursing assistance to the doctors and other members of the primary healthcare team. The duties will include all tasks normally undertaken by an experienced RGN and in addition any roles agreed between the nurse and the doctors as appropriate, having regard to current training.

• Offer a holistic approach to travel health by providing comprehensive advice to patients prior to travel including; vaccinations and medicines, safe sex, food hygiene, sun protection.
• Offer advice about childhood and adult vaccinations and ensure vaccines are administered under patient group directions.
• Running well person clinics and health promotion programmes by providing a holistic assessment and lifestyle advice on diet, smoking, alcohol intake and exercise. Facilitates change.
• Assessing problems presented opportunistically by patients, dealing with minor illness.
• Able to document Consultations according to NMC guidelines
• Ensures awareness of statutory and local clinical protection procedures, including systems of referral. Ability to recognise signs and symptoms of child abuse.
• Perform a holistic assessment of patients attending for cervical cytology smear tests.
• Able to recognize and manage anaphylaxis according to current UK guidelines.
• Able to perform Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation according to current UK guidelines.
• Ability to obtain and document informed consent (either verbal or written).
• Ensure infection control guidelines are maintained.
• Ability to monitor and manage maintenance of stock and equipment to include refrigeration, sterilizer and emergency equipment.
• Confidentially of information gained at work must be preserved at all times.

• Contribute to the assessment of service needs.
• Assist patients to identify their health needs.
• Contribute a nursing perspective to the practice development plan.
• Manage and organise individual patient consultations.
• Aware of identification and reporting procedures related to professional standards.
• To attend staff meetings.
• Ensure effective relationships and communications with the PHCT and other agencies.
• Support the Practice clinical governance agenda.
• Identify changes to clinical practice that are required to implement evidence-based guidelines.

• Identify personal development and training needs in conjunction with the manager.
• Participate in clinical supervision.
• Support others with their training and development needs.
• To participate in continuing education and maintain a contemporary level of professional knowledge and skills.

• Maintain good industrial relations.
• Take reasonable care of his/her own safety and that of other persons who may be affected by his/her act or omission.
• Co-operation with the practice to ensure all members of the team adheres to statutory regulations/policies and codes of practice and departments safety rules.
• Offer innovative ways of working and opportunities to facilitate learning.
• Facilitates a learning environment within the team.
• Maintains a caring environment through the support of colleagues.
• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data
• Job description will be attached

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
• Registered first level nurse
• Clinical supervision training and experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Green Lane Medical Centre

Address

15 Green Lane

Tuebrook

Liverpool

L13 7DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

1. Performance of clinical radiographic duties as delegated by theSuperintendent Radiographer in each section.2. Participate in the radiographic rotation.3. To participate in departmental planned out of hours working and the radiographic on-call rota.4. To participate in multi-disciplinary team working.5. To practice within the rules of the Health Professions Council.6. To ensure effective communication with patients, carers and all healthcare professionals about all aspects of patient care.7. To maintain accurate documentation pertinent to the examination.8. Assist in training of student radiographers and assistant practitioners.

RADIATION PROTECTION1. Ensure radiation doses to every patient are as low as reasonablyachievable (ALARA) consistent with a diagnostic result.2. To work to radiographic protocols and policies as required under the ionising radiation regulations.3. To comply with IR(ME)R 2000 & IRR99.

CLINICAL GOVERNANCE1. All employees have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to themselves or to others and to co-operate with the Trust in meeting its statutory requirements.2. To comply with departmental and organisational policies and procedures including reporting of all accidents and incidents.3. Monitor the condition of equipment within the Radiology area advising of any defects in equipment or systems thus providing an early warning for potential hazards.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT1. To actively participate in the in-service training programme within the department.2. To attend relevant training courses as identified and agreed with senior staff and managers during staff appraisal sessions.3. To disseminate information from training sessions as required.4. Participate and contribute to the staff development programme and educational activities.5. Maintenance of an up-to-date CPD portfolio.

The full Job description is also attached for your reference.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritise
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good time management

Desirable

• Ability to meet deadlines

Knowledge

Desirable

• Audit

Experience

Essential

• IT skills. Word processing, E.Mail and spread sheets

Qualifications

Essential

• DCR or Degree in Radiography

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool University Hospital

Prescot Street

Liverpool

L7 8XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Employee Relations/People Management

Advise and support managers in managing absence, discipline and grievance, capability issues and management of change. This may include participation in meetings and on occasions advising managers at hearings where complex and sensitive information is communicated.

Work in partnership with managers to develop effective solutions to HR management issues through the effective use of questioning, listening, persuasion and negotiating skills.

Support the development of managers people management skills through advice, coaching and training.

Line management responsibilities may be required for junior members of the team.

Policies and Procedures

Interprets and reviews changes to employment legislation and uses this knowledge to contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies.

Training and Development

Preparing and delivering training and development activities including identifying appropriate training solutions to a variety of audiences e.g. conduct, capability, induction, maternity.

Equality and Diversity

To promote and provide advice and guidance on Equality and Diversity issues as they relate to people management and in the context of the services supported.

Other Responsibilities

Use HR data to proactively provide HR advice and guidance to support improvements within service areas e.g. tackling areas of high absence, recruitment and retention, workforce planning.

Undertake project work as required which may include carrying out research and producing reports and statistical information and working with colleagues to implement the project e.g. reward and benefits.

Participate in continuous professional development.

Undertake other duties commensurate to the role and banding of the post.

Communications and Relationships

Maintain effective working relationships with managers, employees, team members, trade unions, professional associations and external organisations.

Please see full job description and person specification within supporting documents section.

Person Specification

Specific skills

Essential

• Ability to interpret policies, terms and conditions and analyse situations.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to use other systems as required.
• Research and analytical skills to interpret complex information.
• Developed interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills required to exchange sensitive / complex information to a variety of audiences.
• Persuasion and negotiating skills.
• Ability to present information using a variety of methods to different audiences.
• Ability to plan, prioritise, manage and organise own workload to meet conflicting and competing service needs.
• Judgement and problem-solving skills to be able to provide options/solutions on people management issues.
• Ability to access a variety of Livewell Southwest sites.

Desirable

• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in HRM or related field or equivalent level of experience.
• Associate member of the CIPD.

Desirable

• Chartered Member status with the CIPD.

Knowledge

Essential

• Proven knowledge of current people management practice.
• Understanding of the principles of job evaluation.
• Proven knowledge of Equality and Diversity including associated legislation.
• Broad knowledge and experience of interpreting employment legislation e.g. TUPE legislation.
• Recent and relevant continuing professional development (e.g. Employment Law courses and regular employment up-dates).

Desirable

• Knowledge of public sector terms and conditions.

Experience

Essential

• Significant demonstrable experience of Human Resources issues in a large complex organisation including sickness absence management, change management, employment law and performance and case management issues.
• Experience of providing HR advice and support in an HR environment on terms and conditions e.g. policies & procedures, maternity, paternity, adoption.
• Experience of preparing and delivering training and development activities on a range of HR topics.
• Experience of using an employee records database.

Desirable

• Experience of reward & benefits.
• Experience of advising on TUPE transfers either into or out of the organisation.
• Broad experience of supporting on organisational change processes.
• Experience of working in a Trade Union environment.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Livewell Southwest

Address

Crownhill Court

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 5DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See supporting document for full job description.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Undertaking patient facing and patient supporting roles to ensure effective medicines use, through shared decision-making conversations with patients.
• Conduct medicines optimisation tasks, including searches to support medication reviews, medicines reconciliation from clinic letters and post hospital discharge medicines reconciliation.
• Effective medicine administration, supporting medication reviews and medicines reconciliation. Where required, utilise consultation skills to work in partnership with patients to ensure they use their medicines effectively.
• Support prescribers by identifying and referring eligible patients for Structured Medication Reviews (SMRs), including completing any required SMR pre-work.
• Supporting medication reviews and medicines reconciliation for new patients and synchronising medicines for patient transfers between care settings, linking with local community pharmacists, and referring to Prescribers for structured medication reviews.
• Providing specialist expertise, where competent, to address both the public health and social care needs of patients, including lifestyle advice, service information, and help in tackling local health inequalities.
• Taking a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols and liaising with specialist pharmacists for more complex patients.
• Supporting initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing.
• Working with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient medicines optimisation, including implementing efficient ordering and return processes and reducing wastage.
• Providing training and support on the legal, safe and secure handling of medicines, including the implementation of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS).
• Developing relationships with other pharmacy technicians, pharmacists, and members of the multi-disciplinary team to support integration of the pharmacy team across health and social care including primary care, community pharmacy, secondary care and mental health.
• Supervising practice reception teams in sorting and streaming general prescription requests, to allow GPs and Prescribers to review the more clinically complex requests.
• Processing repeat prescriptions in line with agreed clinical protocols and supporting with the efficient ordering of medicines.
• The role will also require pharmacy technicians to support the implementation of national prescribing policies and guidance within GP practices, care homes and other primary care settings. This will be achieved through undertaking clinical audits (e.g., use of antibiotics), supporting quality improvement measures and contributing to the Quality and Outcomes Framework and enhanced services. In addition, pharmacy technicians will assist in the delivery of medicines optimisation incentive schemes (e.g., medicines switches) and patient safety audits.
• Pharmacy technicians will provide leadership for medicines management systems, supporting the practice with a range of services to get the best value from medicines by encouraging and implementing Electronic Prescriptions, safe repeat prescribing systems, and timely monitoring and management of high-risk medicines).
• Identify patients that are overdue required monitoring and refer to the appropriate clinicians.
• Ensure shared care protocols are in place where relevant and ensure the continuation of safe practice within primary care is maintained.
• Oversee high-risk medication recall processes, ensuring timely monitoring and compliance.

GENERAL

Maintain registration with GPhC.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Meets the specific qualification and training requirements as specified by the GPhC criteria to register as a Pharmacy Technician .
• Enrolled in or qualified from an approved training programme for Primary Care Pharmacy Technicians or, for example, Primary care pharmacy education pathway (PCPEP).

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of medicines optimisation and repeat prescribing processes.
• Excellent communication skills (Written and Oral).
• IT skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines.

Desirable

• An understanding and knowledge of healthcare provision in GP practices, QOF and enhanced services.

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in a Primary Care setting.
• Experience of recording accurate clinical notes.
• Experience of working with SystmOne.

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

One Wight Health Ltd

Address

St Helens Medical Centre

Upper Green Road

St Helens

Isle Of Wight

PO33 1UG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Programmed Activity

Ward cover and outpatient activity including administrative activity

(IP Admin 1PA and OP Admin 1PA)

6.2

Acute Medicine On call (1 in 23 weekday front door cover)

1

Respiratory weekend cover 1:8

0.8

Supporting professional activities- Appraisal and CPD including revalidation, audit and governance/subspecialist lead role

1.5

SPA Medical education ES and CS role

0.5

10

The successful candidate would be asked to take up a clinical lead role, with guidance from the current consultants. Some lead roles (e.g. Simulation Lead) have additional PAs attached to the role.

The successful candidate will be required to hold a valid Driving Licence.

A consultant colleague from another dept will be allocated to the successful candidate to act as a mentor.

More detailed job description is attached to this advert.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent GMC registerable qualifications and MRCP all parts
• oCCT in Respiratory Medicine and General Internal Medicine or within six months of achieving CCT at the time of the interview.

Desirable

• Higher degree PhD or MD or equivalent- desirable

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• General training in Respiratory Medicine to specialist level or equivalent
• Bronchoscopy skills to CCT level
• Pleural Ultrasound Skills to Level 1
• Ability to make decisions at consultant level

Desirable

• 5 years WTE minimum

CLINICAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Demonstration of strong leadership skills
• Good spoken and written English
• Experience of teaching undergraduates and trainees
• Experience of routine clinical audit
• GMC Registration

Desirable

• Knowledge of the organisation of the NHS and the Government's agenda for its modernisation
• Computing skills: ability to use word processor, spreadsheet programme and web browser.
• Communication skills training
• Management training and 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

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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