Job description

Job responsibilities

Act as the professional lead for low risk women, promoting physiological birthing process.

Be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care within the practice area and to provide and maintain high standards of midwifery care.

Teach, motivate and encourage high standards of practice whilst furthering personal knowledge and experience.

Accept responsibility for own personal and professional development

To contribute to the management of the practice area by accepting delegated responsibility from senior colleagues.

Contribute to the learning environment of the practice area to enable students and new members of the practice area team to be supported

Ensure all statutory and non-statutory rules and regulations are complied with.

Assist in promoting Clinical Risk Management within the practice area.

To provide effective leadership and to act as a good role model.

To supervise junior staff and to teach qualified and unqualified staff, acting as a mentor, as appropriate, providing advice and support as necessary.

Work autonomously within guidelines and spheres of professional practice.

To take all measures to ensure safety and report all accidents/incidents to the Ward Manager/Matron/Divisional Director of Midwifery and to monitor the safe and effective use of all equipment and the economic use of supplies.

Maintain accurate management records at all times, ensuring appropriate reporting mechanisms are used.

To assist in other wards/department of the maternity services if the clinical situation or staffing levels demand.

To become familiar with ward/department budget and efficient and effective utilisation of resources.

Be conversant with Trust and other Policies and Procedures and mechanisms in place for effective care and efficient management of the Maternity Unit.

Have ability and skills to organise own workload

Be able to cannulate and suture

Key Duties:

Patient Care:

To plan and deliver evidence based midwifery care in partnership with women and their families.

To work collaboratively with women, respecting their right to make informed decisions about their care.

To manage high risk labours in partnership with Consultant Midwife and Obstetric colleagues where women choose to use the Birth Centre outside of guidance.

To provide a supportive relationship, acting as advocate for women and their families.

Utilise the full skills of a midwife practitioner (both integral and extended) to women using the Birth Centre.

To discuss with the Ward Manager/Team Leader, development and changes both midwifery and medical, which affect patients directly and indirectly.

Communicate effectively with multi-disciplinary professionals and agencies, ensuring seamless care at a high standard.

To take appropriate action to ensure the safety of patients, including the delegation of patient care to midwives, with the appropriate level skill at all times. To report any accidents/incidents to the Ward Manager/Team Leader

To ensure that midwifery procedures/guidelines are implemented and maintained in accordance with the policies of the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust and national guidance.

To ensure that acceptable standards of care are maintained and, where necessary, instigate changes in agreement with the Ward Manager/Team Leader.

To be fully conversant in dealing with complex midwifery problems such as child protection issues.

Education and Training

Supervise the training of qualified and unqualified staff, and assist junior staff to develop clinical and managerial skills, in accordance with their level of competence.

To act as a preceptor for junior staff.

To participate in teaching for all learners in accordance with their objectives, working closely with local education providers. To provide support and coaching as a supervisor/assessor to student midwives. To participate in teaching programmes as required.

Maintain knowledge of current midwifery practice by reading relevant journals and attending study days where appropriate, promoting research based practice in agreement with ward manager/team leader.

To organise and provide training programmes in accordance with the identified needs for the ward.

To participate in further post-registration training, as evidenced by developments in practice.

Management

To autonomously manage a caseload within the Birth Centre, making decisions and acting on care needs as they arise.

To manage effectively the Birth Centre in the absence of the Ward Manager, co-ordinating and allocating work to staff.

To liaise with the midwives in charge of the wards/departments within the Trust to plan workloads and staffing levels as effectively as possible. To inform and discuss with the Ward Manager any problems regarding management and/or care of the woman.

Professional

To maintain a professional attitude at all times developing the role of the midwife in the best interest of the women and profession in accordance with Nursing & Midwifery Council.

Be responsible for maintaining accurate and contemporaneous midwifery records, written and electronic in accordance with the relevant NMC and Trust guidance.

To be aware of extended personal and professional development. To attend courses and conferences as relevant according to the requirements of the role of an experienced midwife.

Develop competencies in the use of equipment in the clinical area, attend teaching sessions as appropriate.

To attend courses and conferences as relevant.

To be conversant and comply with the Trust policies and regulations and attend compulsory lectures as instructed.

To maintain good standards of care and assist in the implementation of recommendations from Government and professional bodies in relation to maternity care

Participate in research projects where appropriate, reporting findings within a multi-disciplinary framework.

Implement research projects where appropriate.

To be professionally accountable for ones own midwifery practice, acting in a professional manner at all times abiding by the relevant NMC and Trust practice protocols and guidelines.

To be responsible for the maintenance and improvement of own professional knowledge and competence in keeping with the practice and CPD standard laid down by the NMC to ensure continued professional registration.

Personnel

To participate in the selection and interviewing of junior staff within the ward/department.

Participate in the devising and implementation of induction programmes for newly appointed staff.

To assist the Ward Manager/Team Leader in monitoring staff performance.

Participate in staff appraisal and the investigation of complaints and incidents.

To assist the ward manager in the maintenance of day to day discipline within the ward/department/area.

To inform the Ward/Department Manager (or Supervisor in his/her absence), of staff failing to meet the required standard of performance.

To counsel staff in relation to personnel and professional matters.

Vision and Values:

The Trust aims to provide local services for local people. It has developed its vision to reflect this commitment.

To continue to be the major provider of acute/specialist services for the people of Worcestershire (and wider) with a strong reputation for providing outstanding, high quality, reliable, accessible and integrated healthcare for local people

Competence

The post holder is responsible for limiting his / her actions to those which s/he feels competent to undertake. If the post holder has any doubts as to his or her competence during the course of his / her duties, then s/he should immediately speak to their line manager or supervisor.

Codes of conduct

All employees of the Trust who are required to be registered with a professional body, to enable them to practise within their profession, are required to comply with their code of conduct and requirements of their professional registration. Those staff that are not required to be registered with a professional body are required to comply with the Trusts codes of conduct.

Confidentiality

The post holder must maintain confidentiality, security and integrity of information relating to patients, staff and other Health Service business.

Infection Control

Employees must accept personal responsibility and accountability for Infection Prevention and Control practice. Employees should ensure they are familiar with, and comply with, all relevant Infection Control policies for minimising the risk of avoidable Health Care Associated Infection. All Employees must undertake annual mandatory updates in Infection Control.

Children and vulnerable adults

You have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the children / young people / vulnerable adults that you come into contact with or are responsible for in your job role and sphere of competence.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate research based approach to care Effective communicator both written and verbal Able to undertake perineal repair, cannulation and IV drug administration Computer literate / IT skills Good organisational / time management skills Able to interpret and adhere to Trust and departmental policies protocols, procedures and guidelines Ability to problem solve Ability to prioritise work Flexible to change in demands of service Willing to learn new skills Ability to identify personal development needs Ability to support unregistered staff / students Ability to identify risk and understanding of Clinical Governance Good organisational / time management skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife Evidence of further professional development to First Degree level or willingness to undertake Evidence of continuing education

Desirable

• Management experience Evidence of advanced midwifery studies Teaching and Assessing Qualification. NIPE qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in all areas of Midwifery Practice Proven experience of supervising staff and delegation Ability to take the professional lead in caring for low risk women

Desirable

• Proven knowledge base / experience in speciality Experience of appraising staff

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

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view supporting documents linked to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Good numeracy and literacy skills as demonstrated by a minimum GCSE grade C in English and Mathematics or equivalent qualifications

Desirable

• GCSE or equivalent in at least one science subject

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure to a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and to work to or exceed minimum performance standards
• Good written and verbal communication skills at all levels, including with patients, relatives and fellow healthcare professionals.
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Good general computer literacy. Ability to input and extract information from I.T systems.

Experience

Essential

• Previous use of IT systems

Desirable

• Previous administrative or customer service 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Blood Sciences Department

WVT Union Walk

Hereford

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and personal specification for further details of this post.

Person Specification

Eductaion & Qualifications

Essential

• Full doctors GMC Registration Licence to practise
• Experience of working in the NHS
• On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of attainment of Specialist Registration in Anaesthesia on day of interview

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Proven experience as a generalist in provision of Anaesthesia
• Widespread broad based knowledge in all aspects of Critical Care & Anaesthesia
• Practical skills commensurate with the above

Desirable

• Higher training or equivalent in ITU or Obstetric anaesthesia
• Educational Supervisor
• ALS/ATLS/ EPLS/ APLS Provider/ Instructor / MRCP

Teaching

Essential

• Commitment and training in medical education
• Ability to teach in clinical settings

Desirable

• Proven experience of teaching at under/post graduate levels
• Peer reviewed publications

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Demonstrate evidence of robust clinical audit practice and the underlying principles of clinical governance

Desirable

• Advanced Management Training

Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

• Leadership ability
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authority
• Skills in delivering both high quality clinical service and managerial responsibilities
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written, including the ability to communicate and interact effectively with colleagues and patients

Desirable

• The ability to develop and lead new service improvements

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

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Hereford County Hospital

Stonebow Road

Hereford

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Bank Locum General Practitioner (GP)

Job Title: Bank Locum General Practitioner (GP)

Location: Various locations across Vertis Health services

Contract Type: Bank / Zero Hours

Reporting To: Clinical Lead / Service Manager

Job Purpose:

As a Bank Locum GP, you will provide high-quality, safe and effective clinical care across a range of primary care, urgent care and community healthcare services. Working flexibly to meet service demands, you will assess, diagnose, treat and manage patients presenting with both routine and urgent healthcare needs.

You will work autonomously within your professional scope of practice while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centred care and positive health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake comprehensive clinical assessments of patients presenting with a wide range of healthcare needs.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions in accordance with clinical guidelines and best practice.
• Prescribe medications safely and appropriately within professional and regulatory requirements.
• Request, interpret and act upon investigations and diagnostic tests.
• Refer patients to secondary care, community services or other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
• Deliver consultations through a variety of methods, including face-to-face, telephone and virtual appointments.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to clinical deterioration, ensuring timely escalation of care where required.
• Provide clear advice, treatment plans and safety-netting information to patients and carers.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and legally compliant clinical records using electronic patient record systems.
• Participate in effective clinical handovers and multidisciplinary team working.
• Adhere to all safeguarding policies and ensure concerns are identified, documented and escalated appropriately.
• Support clinical governance activities, including incident reporting, audits and service improvement initiatives.
• Comply with infection prevention and control, information governance, health and safety, and organisational policies.
• Contribute positively to a culture of continuous improvement, professionalism and excellence in patient care.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Maintain full registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• Work within the standards set by the GMC and other relevant professional bodies.
• Maintain continuing professional development (CPD) and participate in mandatory training requirements.
• Ensure clinical knowledge and skills remain current and aligned with evidence-based practice.
• Uphold patient confidentiality and data protection requirements at all times.

Values and Behaviours:

The post holder will be expected to:

• Deliver compassionate, patient-centred care.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity and accountability.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations.
• Act as an ambassador for Vertis Health, maintaining the highest standards of conduct and care.

This job description is intended as a guide to the main duties and responsibilities of the role and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the organisation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP with full GMC registration, licence to practise and inclusion on the GP Register.
• Recent experience in general practice, urgent care, out-of-hours care, community services or another comparable setting.
• Ability to assess undifferentiated presentations, recognise deterioration and make safe autonomous decisions.
• Competence in safe prescribing, referral, escalation, clinical documentation and safety-netting.
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary working skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding, consent, capacity, confidentiality, equality and clinical governance.
• Ability to use electronic clinical systems and complete service-specific digital training.
• Reliability, adaptability and willingness to work within different service models and SOPs.
• Ability to travel between locations where required for an accepted assignment.

Desirable

• Experience in same-day, urgent treatment, Emergency Department streaming, community hospital, frailty, palliative care or remote consultation services.
• Experience assessing both adults and children and young people.
• Familiarity with EMIS Web, RIO, ePMA / Bettermeds or comparable NHS clinical systems.
• Knowledge of Worcestershire pathways, formularies and local health and care services.
• Evidence of audit, quality improvement, education, clinical leadership or service mobilisation.

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

Vertis Health

Address

Worcester Royal Hospital

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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The team provides input to people across South Staffordshire, working out of bases in Cannock, Stafford, Lichfield and Burton, as well as peoples homes, GP surgeries, other public settings, and occasionally inpatient settings. Due to the variability expected within the role, the successful applicant must be able to travel across the geographical area. We anticipate that the role will be predominantly cover the localities of Lichfield/Tamworth/Burton.

We encourage candidates to bring their authentic selves to work, and as such value applicants from diverse backgrounds and with varied experiences.

The team covers the whole of South Staffordshire, with bases in four major areas Cannock, Stafford, Lichfield and Burton. Travel across the patch is a requirement of this role, and work may take place within bases, peoples homes, and other community locations. This role is not suitable for home-working.

As we anticipate a high volume of applicants, we reserve the right to close this advert early. However, we would love to talk to you about this role and our service; please feel free to get in touch either before or after you make an application Dr. Anna Hooper (Principal Clinical Psychologist) 0300 303 3427,[email protected] or Celeste Callaghan (Operational Lead) 0300 303 3428, [email protected].

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A First or Upper Second honours degree in psychology OR a lower class with a post-graduate qualification e.g.: Masters degree.
• Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society.
• Experience of working in an inpatient or outpatient or community setting

Desirable

• Further training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice, and/or research design and analysis.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of face-to-face work with psychology and mental health clients
• Has experience of working alongside other staff.

Desirable

• Experience of working with people with severe and enduring mental health problems
• Experience of assisting in delivery of group-based treatment
• Has worked with clinical psychologists and has an awareness of professional standards/issues.
• Experience of working within multi-disciplinary settings and multi-agency settings.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities.
• An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to an acute or community mental health context.
• An understanding of psychology applied to health care

Desirable

• Experience of working with young adults or those experiencing psychosis
• Knowledge and skills specifically relevant to Early Intervention in Psychosis

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

South Staffordshire

Cannock/Stafford/Lichfield/Burton

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

There will be a Consultant available for advice/supervision at all times.

Supporting professional activities: There is time specifically set aside for academic work education, audit and management development this will form 1 session per week.

Career support: the post holder will be allocated a Mentor/Clinical supervisor from amongst the Consultant body and there is a robust system of appraisal.

Duties

To provide senior medical leadership in the Acute Medicine Department at County Hospital, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of all categories of patients and the proper functioning of the Department.

To ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff to contact you in respect of patients under your care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration via the PLAB test or MTI route (AoMRC) or completed all parts (1, 2 & PACES) of the Federation of Royal College of Physicians MRCP (UK) examinations with IELTS (UKVI Academic) requirements of GMC if relevant and EPIC verification of qualifications for international doctors depending on primary medical
• MRCP Part 1

Desirable

• Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree
• Academic and extracurricular achievements
• Completed all parts of the MRCP (UK) or equivalent

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Foundation competencies or equivalent for those with full GMC registration
• 3 years continuous post-qualification experience in the relevant specialty meeting the pre-requisites of the Medical Training Initiative programme of the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges.
• 6 months middle grade experience in General and Acute Medicine
• Competent doing lumbar punctures and ascitic drains
• ALS

Desirable

• Presented evidence of experience to date supported by references
• Attainment of the UK Foundation Programme or an equivalent level of experience.
• Senior Fellows will have appropriate skills & experience to demonstrate in the chosen specialty minimum equivalent to ST3.
• Competent in placing chest drains and central venous lines

Skills

Essential

• Proven ability to work as a member of a team is prudent and the ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively and cope under pressure is crucial
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, senior medical staff and other health professionals is vital
• Proficient and efficient handling of medical problems with evidence of safe sound practical procedures

Personal Characteristics

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional updating
• Highly motivated individual
• Demonstrates a clear reason for wanting this rotation
• Commitment to pursuing career in general medicine or related specialties.

Desirable

• Certificate of Good Standing from current medical council and references from institutional email Id of referees will be 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

Stafford County Hospital

Weston Road

Stafford

ST16 3SA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

The Reception Supervisor role is primarily to provide supervision to the practice reception team.

The post holder will work closely with another Reception Supervisor to provide the continual improvement of standards across a wide range of clinical and administrative activity, as well as providing an element of cover or source of advice in the event of their absence.

The successful candidate must be able to work on their own initiative and have some supervisory experience, along with strong IT skills. You must be organised and confident, have a friendly and approachable manner and can work under pressure.

Previous primary care experience is essential.

The post holder will:

• Be an experienced supervisor/leader of staff, providing leadership to the reception and administration team.
• Have excellent service, leadership, communication and project management skills.
• Be suitably proficient with IT systems and software applications, preferably in a clinical setting (although training will be provided for the suitable candidate).
• Exhibit safe, professional decision-making and high level of care for patients within the Practice.
• Work collaboratively with the wider Practice team to meet the needs of our diverse range of patients.
• Undertake rota planning of both reception and clinical staff
• Support the delivery of required policy and procedures.

In order to work at this level full enhanced DBS clearance must be met.

Key Responsibilities

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

To provide day-to-day support, leadership, first line management and guidance for the practice reception and administration team, ensuring an efficient and professional manner is maintained and to provide cover to the reception team when needed.

Ensure all reception and administration duties are completed to the highest standard.

Support with monitoring staff attendance, sickness absence and annual leave.

To provide communications between patients, doctors and other staff.

Support with induction of all new reception and administration staff.

Ensure cover and suitable contingency plans are in place for all leave, including unforeseen absence.

Work along side another Reception Supervisor in the running of elements and/or services within the practice e.g. compliance with CQC, Health and Safety audits etc.

Review and updating of practice policies and procedures.

Work with the other Reception Supervisor and other members of the practice to identify areas for improvement and assist in change management where appropriate.

Ensure the promotion, monitoring and documentation of performance and quality outcomes targets within the practice (including QOF), and using IT systems and software.

Take responsibility for the recording of all home visit requests, ensuring that the home visiting protocol is followed.

To undertake specific assigned tasks, project support, or development work which may arise during changes to the NHS.

To introduce new policies and procedures in line with current regulations

Manage and deal with day to day needs, difficulties and requirements of the partners and other clinical staff.

To work closely with reception and clinical staff to ensure adequate cover and the smooth running of the practice, reporting any problems encountered to the relevant person.

To be a point of contact for staff and patient queries and concerns.

• The greeting of patients, dealing with their enquiries in a courteous and polite manner.
• Be point of call for dealing with patient complaints relating to front desk or reception services.

Oversee and delegate daily tasks e.g. chasing missing test results and notes, unusual queries, following through patient queries, registration difficulties

• Making appointments and booking patients in for surgeries and clinics.
• Answering the telephone within a reasonable time, dealing with requests and enquiries courteously and politely.
• Ensure telephone calls are answered in a timely manner.
• Undertake and help where necessary with care coordination.
• Contacting hospitals and various other agencies for results, appointments, booking, referrals and patient information.
• Making appointments, offering and arranging the appointments for doctors, helping to arrange clinics.
• Responding to and resolving all local IT issues where appropriate liaising with NHIS the CCG IT support/or others to resolve hardware and software issues.
• Ensure the effective use of clinical systems, IT programmes and other systems used throughout the practice.
• Providing support and ensure training for current and new staff is carried out.
• Support and maintaining effective call and recall systems for patient services and reviews.
• Training of staff on practice IT systems as necessary.

To promote Equality and Diversity and Health and Safety in themselves.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

• Taking responsibility for own development with relevant evidence-based knowledge and competence in all aspects of the role to meet clinical governance guidelines for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and a Personal Development Plan (PDP).
• Stay up to date through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements are met, demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
• Subject to a performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.
• Work closely with other clinical staff and managers in the setting up and/or improving of practice systems for monitoring/measuring performance against Clinical Governance and Quality Indicator targets
• Work to deliver the NHS contract requirements related to the practice (including the terms of the Quality and Outcomes Framework and locally enhanced services)

GOVERNANCE

• Take part in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the Practice and its activities.
• Utilise the audit cycle as a means of evaluating the quality of the work of self and the team, implementing improvements where required.
• Work with other teams on improving the quality of service and patient care, in response to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate
• Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisation
• Help manage, review and identify learning from complaints, incidents and near-miss events relating to the practice, team and self.
• Awareness of statutory safeguarding, notification processes and local guidance for children/vulnerable patients, applying relevant policies and legislation to protect them
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and guidelines for self and others, by acting or alerting senior management team if the practice appears to contravene policy, or if there are concerns over any aspect of patient care.

CONFIDENTIALITY

• Maintain confidentiality of information, acting within the terms of the Data Protection Act and Caldicott guidance on patient confidentiality at all times.
• Maintain an awareness of the Freedom of Information Act.
• 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

HEALTH & SAFETY

• The post-holder will manage their own and others health & safety and infection control as defined in the Practices Health & Safety Policy, the Practice Health & Safety Manual, and the Practices Infection Control Policy and published procedures.
• Comply with Practice health and safety policies by following agreed safe working procedures
• Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping work and general areas clean and tidy, and using appropriate infection control procedures to keep work areas hygienic and safe from contamination.
• Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)
• Awareness and compliance with national standards of infection control, hygiene, regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines.
• Correct personal use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensuring correct use of PPE by others, advising on appropriate circumstances for use by clinicians, staff and patients.
• Reporting incidents using the organisations Incident Reporting System
• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

The post-holder will support, promote and maintain the Practices Equality & Diversity Policy.

No person whether they are staff, patient or visitor should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc.

The jobholder must comply with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families.

OTHER DELEGATED DUTIES

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive - it may be changed after consultation with the post holder. The employee shares with the employer the responsibility for review and modification of duties.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Desirable

• Qualified to A-Level or NVQ Level 3

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a GP practice

Skills and experience

Essential

• Experience in supervising/managing staff
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong IT skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Full clean drivers licence with own transport

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting/GP Practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Brewood Medical Practice

Address

Kiddemore Green Road

Brewood

Stafford

ST19 9BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

A Salaried GP works as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care while complying with the contract.

Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.

The role is to support, mentor, and supervise other healthcare professionals within the organisation and be an integral part of the general practice team.

Generic Responsibilities

All staff at this organisation have a duty to conform to the following:

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

A good attitude and positive action towards Equality Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I) creates an environment where all individuals can achieve their full potential. Creating such an environment is important for three reasons it improves operational effectiveness, it is morally the right thing to do, and it is required by law.

Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Patients have a responsibility to treat other patients and our staff with dignity and respect.

Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression. Staff can expect to work in an environment where diversity is valued, and equality of opportunity is promoted. Staff will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that they treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect.

Safety, Health, Environment and Fire (SHEF)

The organisation is committed to supporting and promoting opportunities for staff to maintain their health, wellbeing and safety. The post-holder is to manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients and monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.

Confidentiality

The organisation is committed to maintaining an outstanding confidential service. Patients entrust and permit us to collect and retain sensitive information relating to their health and other matters pertaining to their care. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect all staff will respect their privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times.

It is essential that, if the legal requirements are to be met and the trust of our patients is to be retained, all staff must protect patient information and provide a confidential service.

Induction

We will provide a full induction programme, and management will support you throughout the process.

Learning and development

The effective use of training and development is fundamental in ensuring that all staff are equipped with the appropriate skills, knowledge, attitude and competences to perform their role. All staff will be required to partake in, and complete mandatory training as directed. It is an expectation for this post-holder to assess their own learning needs and undertake learning as appropriate.

The post-holder will undertake mentorship for team members and disseminate learning and information gained to other team members to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments (e.g., courses and conferences). The post-holder will provide an educational role to patients, carers, families and colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning.

Collaborative working

All staff are to recognise the significance of collaborative working and understand their own role and scope and identify how this may develop over time. Staff are to prioritise their own workload and ensure effective time-management strategies are embedded within the culture of the team.

Teamwork is essential in multidisciplinary environments, and the post-holder is to work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working and to work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery

Effective communication is essential, and all staff must ensure they communicate in a manner which enables the sharing of information in an appropriate manner. All staff should delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence.

Plans and outcomes by which to measure success should be agreed.

Managing information

All staff should use technology and appropriate software as an aid to management in the planning, implementation and monitoring of care and presenting and communicating information. Data should be reviewed and processed using accurate SNOMED codes to ensure easy and accurate information retrieval for monitoring and audit processes.

Security

The security of the organisation is the responsibility of all personnel. The post-holder must ensure they always remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately to their line manager.

Under no circumstances are staff to share the codes for the door locks with anyone and are to ensure that restricted areas remain effectively secured. Likewise, password controls are to be maintained and are not to be shared.

Professional conduct, uniforms and appearance

All staff are required to dress appropriately for their role and in accordance with the organisations Uniforms, Dress and Appearance Policy. All staff members are to ensure that their conduct is commensurate with line management expectations and practice protocol.

Primary key responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried GP in delivering health services.

The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

The provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract

To clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising Practice and any other local guidelines

Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

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

Effective management of long-term conditions

To support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care

Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

Review of medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways

Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans

Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF

Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training

Be aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children

Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

Prepare and complete the revalidation process to remain fit to practice

Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies

Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement

To be an integral part of the general practice team as well as supporting the wider network and multi-disciplinary team

There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be

dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Salaried GP has the following wider responsibilities:

Participate in the spectrum of clinical governance processes

Participate in formal training events promoting best practice in area of expertise Provide leadership and education for members of the multi-disciplinary team, providing guidance and support when necessary

Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
• Full GMC registration
• Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation
• Appropriate defence indemnity
• Evidence of current validation
• Evidence of last appraisal
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures
• Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
• Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations
• Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
• Ability to identify risk and assess/manage
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal and organisational skills
• Effectively able to communicate in a clear manner and understand the needs of the patient
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of two years as a salaried GP
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GP colleagues
• Experience of triage and the ability to effectively assess and diagnose
• Understanding of the local pathology tests processes and the ability to process the results and advising patients accordingly
• Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations /exacerbations of long-term conditions
• Understanding of safeguarding adults and children
• Experience of medicines management

Desirable

• Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
• Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies

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

Belmont Medical Centre

Address

Belmont Medical Centre

Eastholme Avenue

Belmont

Hereford

Herefordshire

HR2 7XT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

It is essential to the practice that each staff member has the right skills for the role and has the ability to work as an effective person within our team.

We regard ourselves as a friendly practice in which every member of the team is important and receives due respect regardless of position.

It is our common aim to provide as efficient and professional service to all our patients in a friendly manner in pleasant surroundings.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties of the post are to provide a full range of general medical services as contained within the GMS contract

The post holder is expected to support the Partners of Mytton Oak Medical Practice in providing all services outlined in the GMS Core Contract and also in the aims and objectives of the Practice

The post holder is expected to support and input into the aims of the practice in areas of clinical governance, good practice, quality outcomes framework, enhanced services, practice audit, referral review and any other improvement plans as determined by the practice.

The post holder is encouraged to utilise and develop any additional skills for the improvement of services to patients.

The post holder is expected to maintain and keep good standards of computerised clinical records at all times. Full involvement in any practice training and ongoing requirements of our status as a paperless practice is expected.

The post holder is expected to maintain and keep good standards of timekeeping and paperwork.

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Interest and qualifications in Women's Health

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration Evidence of annual appraisal and revalidation (when appropriate) General practice (Vocational Training Scheme) trained On/eligible to be on a medical performers list Enhanced CRB/DBS check UK driving license Current CPR certificate UK work permit (if required)

Desirable

• Evidence of continued professional development Other Post Graduate Diplomas

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

Mytton Oak Surgery

Address

Racecourse Lane

Shrewsbury

SY3 5LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary

The post holder will demonstrate courageous and critical thinking and is a caring, compassionate and committed experienced nurse who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. They will demonstrate safe, competent clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills, for patients within the general practice. The post holder will commit to demonstrating critical thinking in the safe clinical decision-making process. They will communicate and work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing nurse leadership as required.

Key responsibilities

Clinical Practice

Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment or interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.

Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly.

Assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs. Proactively identify, diagnose, and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate)

Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan.

Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice.

Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions.

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

Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care.

Support and manage health needs of women presenting for family planning, cervical cytology or sexual health consultation.

Assess, identify, and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the National and Local Guidelines for Mental Health.

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

Advise, support, and administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad, where appropriate.

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

Meet the needs of patients presenting for opportunistic wound care.

Communication

Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment.

Communicate with and support patients who are receiving bad news

Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background, and preferred ways of communicating.

Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication.

Maintain effective communication within the practice environment and with external stakeholders.

Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues.

Ensure awareness of sources of support and guidance (eg PALS) and provide information in an acceptable format to all patients, recognising any difficulties and referring where appropriate.

Delivering a Quality Service

Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC.

Produce accurate, contemporaneous, and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.

Prioritise, organise, and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality.

Deliver care according to National and Local Guidelines, NICE guidelines, and evidence-based care.

Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking and formal evaluation.

Initiate and participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the organisation and its activities.

Utilise the audit cycle as a means of evaluating the quality of the work of self and the team, implementing improvements where required.

In partnership with other clinical teams, collaborate on improving the quality of health care responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate.

Evaluate patients response to health care provision and the effectiveness of care.

Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisation.

Use a structured framework (eg root-cause analysis) to manage, review and identify learning from patient complaints, clinical incidents and near-miss events.

Assess the impact of policy implementation on care delivery.

Working with the practice management monitor and develop the performance of the GPN team in accordance with local policies.

Contribute to the appraisal of the performance of the team, providing feedback as appropriate.

Understand and apply legal issues that support the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, and be aware of statutory child/vulnerable patients health procedures and local guidance.

Working with practice management to ensure the whole team have skills and knowledge regarding domestic violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour. Provide guidance and support to ensure appropriate referral if required .

Leadership Personal and People Development

Act as a clinical leader in the delivery of practice nursing services ensuring that the needs of the patient are a priority.

Take responsibility for own learning and performance including participating in clinical supervision and acting as a positive role model.

Support staff development in order to maximise potential.

Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from external good practice.

Encourage others to make realistic self-assessment of their application of knowledge and skills, challenging any complacency or actions that are not in the interest of the public and/or users of services.

Critically evaluate and review innovations and developments that are relevant to the area of work.

Enlist support and influence stakeholders and decision-makers in order to bring about new developments in the provision of services.

Work with practice management to ensure sufficient staff of appropriate ability, quality and skill-mix are available to meet current and future service delivery, that selection and recruitment processes are effective and that equality of treatment of the team incorporates quality HR principles and processes.

Contribute to the development of local guidelines, protocols and standards.

Maintain effective communication with those responsible for the overall commissioning and procurement process.

Maintain active involvement in the planning and processes of practice-based commissioning or similar initiatives.

Promote the role of the advanced nurse practitioner in general practice.

Team Working

Understand own role and scope and identify how this may develop over time.

Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working.

Delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence.

Create clear referral mechanisms to meet patient need.

Prioritise own workload and ensure effective time-management strategies are embedded within the culture of the team.

Work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery.

Discuss, highlight, and work with the team to create opportunities to improve patient care.

Manage and lead on the delivery of specifically identified services or projects as agreed with the practice management team.

Agree plans and outcomes by which to measure success.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse-NMC or
• MSc degree in advanced clinical practice or equivalent MSc.
• 3yrs post registration experience to include 1yr in leadership role.

Experience

Essential

• Professional portfolio evidencing the ongoing practice in the four pillars of advanced clinical practice.
• Currently working as a qualified ACP
• 2 yrs experience working in acute Trust or similar
• Independent prescribing
• Health Assessment
• ALS Qualified

Desirable

• Evidence of teaching, supervision and mentoring

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Mytton Oak Surgery

Address

Racecourse Lane

Shrewsbury

SY3 5LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a GP you will respond to medical problems presented by patients including diagnosis, investigation, treatment and referral as appropriate in line with guidelines and pathways. Including prescribing for patients, regularly review medications and monitor repeat prescriptions.

You will;

Provide medical leadership and expert advice, regarding medical and primary care issues to the wider healthcare team; engaging with the Practice Plus Group wellbeing approach

Deliver effective patient care developing high levels of communication with patients; identifying and utilising evidence based best practice through benchmarking and clinical guidelines. Undertaking appropriate clinical audit to improve clinical outcomes

Inspire and develop positive collaborative working relationships across the multidisciplinary team; working with the wider team to ensure effective clinical governance is incorporated into day to day practice

Promote multidisciplinary discussions around complex case management, ensuring systems and processes in place for managing results, letters, and tasks. Undertake clinical risk assessments and implement management strategies for risks

Share and disseminate acquired knowledge with all team members through development sessions and clinical governance meetings or clinical case reviews

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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Additional Criteria

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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

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Eccleshal

Stafford

Staffordshire

ST21 6LQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To deliver specialist muscular-skeletal/sports and training injury rehabilitation
• To provide independent assessment, treatment and management of complex caseload of patients.
• To act as Clinical Specialist within Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) clinics.
• To act as clinical physiotherapy lead for specialist area of work e.g. sports and training injuries, biomechanics; training other staff in specialist area.
• To perform highly skilled physiotherapeutic assessment of patients referred by Consultants and Medical Officers (MO) with diverse presentations and complex and chronic physical and psychological conditions and sports and training injuries.
• To use clinical reasoning skills to provide an accurate clinical diagnosis and request investigations such as x-rays and scans.
• To use the results of investigations to assist clinical diagnosis and appropriate management of patients referring to other medical and health care professionals as appropriate.
• To assess, develop and implement physiotherapy treatment for specialist caseload, and to provide advice in specialist field.
• To formulate, develop and deliver a specialised individualised treatment programme based upon evidence-based practice, manual assessment and appropriate clinical reasoning.
• To communicate effectively with patients to ensure informed consent for treatment, good understanding of their conditions and maximise their rehabilitation potential accepting that patients may have a barrier to communication e.g. minor brain injury, English as their second language.
• To be involved in teaching and guiding students, junior colleagues, exercise rehabilitation instructors, and workplace students.
• To be involved in identifying training needs and organising in-service training.
• To develop protocols to enhance the clinical development and efficacy of clinics and Special Interest Groups.
• To ensure junior colleagues are assisted with specialised assessments of more complex and diverse clinical conditions.
• To use complex physiotherapy therapeutic equipment.
• To provide complex clinical reports to supply clinical prognoses and comprehensive discharge planning for both lead consultants and on-going patient care under other health professionals.
• To adhere to processes to enable high standards of recording, filing and storage of patient and statistical information are achieved and maintained in accordance with local policy and Code of Specialist Physiotherapists (CSP) standards.
• To comply with processes to guarantee the safety of both patients and therapists and manage clinical risk within the work area in line with policies and guidelines.
• To maintain a high standard of confidentiality at all times

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must be a Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (MCSP).
• Must be Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered.
• Must have worked as clinical specialist in the assessment and treatment of muscular-skeletal disorders, sports injuries, orthopaedic conditions, mobilisation and manipulation.
• Must have a Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy.
• Must have a minimum of four years post graduate clinical experience in MSK disorders have previously held a position as a Lead Specialist Physiotherapist Band 7 or equivalent.
• Must be able to provide evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

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

Address

Wolverhampton

West Midlands

WV7 3EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information about the role and responsibilities please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Qualification to degree level or equivalent
• Professional Registration (HCPC )

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Good clinical knowledge across a wide area of specialisms
• Good prioritisations skills and time management
• Excellent communications skills
• Problem solving approach
• Good organisational skills

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate experience in a range of clinical areas within health, social care and community services
• Experience of supervising and delegating to colleagues
• Experience of remote assessment and triage

Desirable

• Knowledge & understanding of community 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

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Nelson House

Whitecross Road

Hereford

HR4 0DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view the Job description and person specification attached to this vacancy in the supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education and GCSE in English and Mathematics or equivalent
• Secretarial Qualification or relevant experiance

Desirable

• RSA Stage 3 Typing/Word Processing or equivalent

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Medical Terminology
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to meet tight timelines and deadlines

Desirable

• Knowledge of Health Records

Experience

Essential

• Previous secretarial experience or equivalent
• Diary Management

Desirable

• Previous NHS/healthcare 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Hereford County Hospital

Hereford

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Providing and receiving routine information which may sometimes require tact or persuasive skills to overcome barriers to understanding. This may involve providing and receiving of sensitive or complex information, providing advice, instruction or training where the subject matter is straightforward. In particular this will involve working predominantly for the Consultant Psychiatrist and non-medical prescribers and will involve the following responsibilities:

Responding to appropriate requests for information

The use of Big Hand system and skills in auditory typing

Acting on correspondence responding to, or referring to the appropriate person

Providing routine advice on areas of knowledge/expertise, in a manner relevant to the audience and topic area (ie patients, carers, complexity)

Liaison with partner services and organisations

Preparation/completion of routine documents, including letters, reports, presentations and forms e.g. purchase order requisitions, photocopying, filing

Handling telephone queries

Assisting patients/clients/relatives with non-clinical advice

Teaching and supporting new Admin team members and providing aspects of the team induction and training to new starters regarding the building and admin processes.

Organise and prepare for clinics ensuring checking list and updating of relevant statistics related to medical caseloads

Electronic patient record (EPR) management

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RSA 3 typing qualification or equivalent
• AMSPAR or equivalent
• IT Qualification

Desirable

• Level 3 audio typing qualification

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience of a range of relevant procedures and software programmes and the ability to provide examples of own application of these.

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS processes and procedures

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Excellent knowledge of a range of secretarial work procedures and software programmes
• Advanced Keyboard skills
• Good Organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong team worker

Desirable

• Excellent knowledge of administration and clerical procedures
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

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

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust

Address

Darwin Centre

Stoke on Trent

ST4 7LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.combined.nhs.uk/working-together/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

This job description, together with the job plan, will be reviewed annually and agreed with the Clinical Director and Divisional Director, on behalf of

the Chief Medical Officer, to ensure that it continually reflects the areas of work, clinical responsibility of the post and purchaser requirements.

• A suitably experienced post-holder will be expected to provide a clinical service in the relevant specialty to patients of the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust and to General Practitioners.
• The post-holder will be expected to provide a service to patients of the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, General Practitioners and to attend multi-disciplinary meetings. The successful candidate will be expected to work within multi-disciplinary teams in providing high quality clinical care. It is anticipated work will be undertaken on three sites and closer to the patients home. The Trust is seeking to extend services to GP surgeries/health centres etc and job plans may be revised in due course.
• The post-holder will provide support to the A&E department and acute medicine to ensure timely appropriate care and patient flow through the hospital.
• The post-holder will provide consultation and advisory service to clinical colleagues in the Trust and Primary Care.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCT in Oral Surgery.
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems both emergency and elective within specialty.
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
• Expertise in sub-specialty.
• Current BLS certification.

Desirable

• Post graduate sedation qualification.
• Post graduate teaching qualification.
• Additional post CCST development over 2 years as recommended by SAC in Oral Surgery.

Management and Administrative Experience

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service.
• Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities.
• Ability to manage and lead the specialty firm and multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience of audit management and conducting clinical audit.

Desirable

• Ability to manage and lead specialist unit and working parties as appropriate.
• Ability to use the evidence based and clinical audit to support decision making.

Teaching Experience

Essential

• Ability to teach clinical skills to medical, nursing staff and other disciplines.
• Experience of teaching clinical skills to undergraduates and postgraduates.

Desirable

• Ability to supervise postgraduate research.

Other requirements

Essential

• An understanding of the current NHS environment, particularly in relation to reforms, initiatives and issues.
• Able to meet the travel requirements of the job and return to the hospital within 30 minutes when on call.

Research Experience

Essential

• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems.
• An awareness of current specialty specific developments and initiative.

Desirable

• Publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals in the last 5 years.
• Evidence of having undertaken original research.

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GDC Registration with a Licence to practise.
• Undergraduate Dentistry (BDS or equivalent).
• Entry on the GDC Specialist Register in Oral Surgery (or expected within 6 months of interview date) via CCST (or mediated entry).
• Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship exit examination in Oral surgery, MOral Surg or equivalent.

Desirable

• Fellowship in Dental Surgery or Membership of Faculty of Dental Surgery of equivalent.
• Higher degree.