Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To provide a comprehensive service to consultants and speciality teams including nurse practitioners/clinicians
2. To manage and maintain 18 week pathways including tertiary referrals to external trusts, and ensure these are accurately recorded on PAS system. Keep track of referrals to ensure patient is reviewed promptly. Check that follow up appointments are arranged in conjunction with Referral to Treat (RTT) patient pathway.
3. Mentor, train and supervise relevant staff as required. Deal with annual leave requests and sickness absence return to work interviews
4. Support consultants in non clinical activities, ie preparing presentations documents, taking minutes of meetings, set agendas, circulate supporting documents etc.
5. Ensure appropriate personnel are informed of consultant annual leave/studyleave. Keep consultants informed of junior doctor leave, as it could have aneffect on the service.
6. Type dictation from audio transcription of clinical correspondence anddocumentation. Type discharge summaries as appropriate. Maintain aneffective track on inpatient referrals to ensure patient is reviewed promptly.
7. Work from initiative using own judgement, acquired knowledge and tact todeal with queries and resolve situations or refer to appropriate person.
8. Ensure all correspondence relating to patient care is acted upon in a timelymanner.
9. Be able to work as part of a team, promote effective flows in the departmentto cover leave to ensure office runs smoothly.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE/O Level standard/equivalent or higher
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Secretarial Qualification or equivalent experience
• RSA/OCR Typing/Word processing Level 3 or equivalent
• RSA/OCR Audio typing Skills Level 3

Desirable

• ECDL or equivalent
• Shorthand

Experience

Essential

• Excellent I.T. skills with knowledge and experience of all Microsoft office packages
• Demonstrable experience working in an NHS office environment as a medical secretarial

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate professionally at all levels in a helpful courteous manner. First Class Communication Skills
• Excellent Organisation Skills
• Excellent Word Processing and Keyboard Skills
• Ability to organise workload effectively and prioritise to meet deadlines
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team
• Legible handwriting
• Experience or supervising and motivating a team
• Time Management Skills
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of internal PAS system
• Understanding of Trust internal policies as appropriate

qualities

Essential

• Capability to adapt to most situations
• Eager to learn
• Ability to maintain control of stressful/sensitive situations

Other

Essential

• Comply with Trust policies and procedures
• Ability to show understanding and appreciation of the need to maintain confidentiality in all matters - Data Protection Act
• Ability and willingness to undergo further training in accordance with the needs of the post

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool University Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Takes responsibility for neuropsychology provision within the Awake Craniotomy and Neurooncology ServiceIs expected to manage the care of the most challenging and complex presentations within the Awake Craniotomy and Neurooncology Service.Is required to provide management and supervision of recently qualified clinical psychologists and trainee clinical psychologists.Will be expected to develop and innovate methods in service provision for people with primary brain tumours and to support staff, relatives and, were appropriate, other services in providing care to this group of patients.Providing specialist neuropsychological and clinical psychological assessment, formulation and therapy, including awake craniotomyOffering advice and consultation on patients neuropsychological care to colleagues from other disciplines and to other, non-professional carers, working autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures.To utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research within the area served by the team/service.

Whilst Newcastle Hospitals are a forward thinking and highly innovative organisation, the use of Third-Party Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a risk to the integrity of our Recruitment & Selection processes. If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual application or to the recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Person Specification

Essential requirements

Essential

• Doctoral level training in Clinical Psychology, including specifically, models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies as accredited by the British Psychological Society.
• HCPC Registration
• Eligible for registration for the British Psychological Society Specialist Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists
• Post qualification experience of working with people with neurological conditions
• Experience of specialist neuropsychological assessment, formulation and treatment of patients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, and in-patient settings.
• Experience of working with a wide variety of people with neurological and /or genetic conditions, with presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity.
• Has a significant amount of consolidated post qualification experience and application of specialist neuropsychological assessment, formulation and treatment of patients in health care services
• Has a significant amount of consolidated post qualification experience and application of specialist neuropsychological assessment, formulation and treatment of patients in health care services
• Skills in the use of complex methods of neuropsychological assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
• Well-developed skills in the ability to empathise and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to patients, relatives and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.
• Demonstrable skills in maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive material and challenging behaviour
• The post holder has completed further training in supervision skills required to provide supervision for Doctoral trainees and maintains these skills through regular training updates
• The post holder will have received a substantive number of years of clinical supervision (post qualification).
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups
• Doctorate level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology.
• Has demonstrable skills in waiting list management.
• Has evidence of learning and development in relation to leadership/management
• Has knowledge of good practice in recruitment and retention
• Has skills in audit, clinical governance and resource management
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of neuropsychological and psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of neuropsychological and psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups
• Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings.
• Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings.
• Computer literate - competent use of email/internet
• Computer literate - competent use of email/internet

Desirable

• Post graduate experience in Neurooncology
• Knowledge and experience of awake craniotomy surgery.
• Has a track record of professional management of qualified and pre-qualified clinical psychologists
• Record of having published in either peer reviewed or academic or professional journals and/or books.

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

Royal Victoria Infirmary

317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary

NE1 4LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As this role involves travel to training venues and meetings at other service bases, it is essential that you have access to a car and can travel around the county as required (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

You are required to hold a Psychology Degree giving GBR status with the British Psychological Society, Grade 2:1 or above.

Please note: It is mandatory requirement for all newly appointed staff to be registered with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Update Service.

For more information on this role please see the attached support information. This will give you a better overview of the job role and requirements.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Psychology Degree

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Essential

• Demonstrates an understanding of mental health and the impact it can have on individual's lifeloyment systems
• Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, relating to complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to patients and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS
• Some knowledge of child protection issues and other relevant legislation
• Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health / benefits & employment systems
• Some knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of working with people who encounter mental health difficulties

OTHER

Essential

• Car driver / owner

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

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust

Address

Stratford healthcare building

Stratford Upon Avon

CV37 6NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• NMC registered midwife with a minimum of BSc in Midwifery Studies in the UK, due to qualify in 2026 and not already employed as a midwife within the NHS

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of evidence based and reflective practice
• Knowledge and experience of obstetric emergency situations
• Commitment to fundamental midwifery care and supporting personalisation and choice for all women and birthing people

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

• Evidence of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals

Herries Road

Sheffield

S5 7AU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Professional Values

To act in a professional manner and ensure Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust

Uphold the Trust values and standards at all times.

Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential and meets Trust standards in line with the Data Protection Act

Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the team. Promoting a professional and positive working environment

To report any accidents or incidents as described by the Trusts policy and procedures ensuring an open and transparent culture.

To take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and of other persons

To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, maintaining a smart appearance at all times

To assist other wards, departments and teams within the Trust as and when required by service needs

To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet usage

To ensure children and adults are protected from abuse and avoidable harm and report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.

Clinical Practice

To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registered professional who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.

To assist in the supervision of other healthcare and support staff as directed.

To carry out duties as specified within the Trusts approved core task list for Clinical Support Workers/Healthcare Assistant without direct supervision.

To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern or any observed changes in the client or patients condition.

Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised care under the direction but not direct supervision of the registered professional.

To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to a registered professional

To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned by a registered professional, maintaining confidentiality at all times.

To assist in the preparation of patients for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by the registered professional.

To keep the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe environment.

To adhere to Trust infection control procedures, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.

To chaperone or escort patients as needed under the direction of the registered professional.

To support relatives demonstrating compassion and empathy under the guidance of a registered professional.

To assist with the discharge process for patients as directed by the registered professional.

Communications and Interpersonal Relationships

Welcome patients, relatives and visitors to the clinical area, providing assistance, support and information where required. Being aware of barriers to effective communication and the means to overcome them.

Always introduce yourself in line with the Trusts privacy and dignity promises and the principles of good customer service.

To answer the telephone when necessary in a polite, courteous manner and pass on enquiries to the registered professional.

Communicate effectively within the multi-disciplinary team and other departments to ensure that patient care is well planned and coordinated.

Contribute to the reporting, handover and documentation of patient care as delegated by a registered professional maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Report incidents, accidents and complaints as per Trust Policy and to the senior professional on duty, ensuring an open and transparent culture.

Use the Trust information support system and other computer systems as required by the clinical area.

Team Working

Take all reasonable steps to ensure the safe keeping of patients property in accordance with Trust policy.

Promote a professional, welcoming and uncluttered environment; keep all storage areas safe, clean and tidy.

To share responsibility in the care and maintenance of all equipment in the clinical area including all equipment cleaning.

Ensure all waste and soiled linen is disposed of in line with Trust policy.

Participate in audit under the direction of the registered professional

Clean and check of beds, bed spaces and lockers in the patient area following discharge and in preparation for admission (inpatient areas only).

Ensure deliveries are stored correctly and stock maintained to the required level.

Support the house keeper with general house keeping duties, reporting as necessary essential cleaning needs (inpatient areas only).

Education, Training and Personal Development

To ensure attendance at mandatory training sessions, i.e. infection control, resuscitation and manual handling training.

To complete the Trusts Clinical Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant Induction programme.

To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives.

To undertake training as necessary for the development of the post and the relevance of the department including IT and clinical skills.

To continue personal development in relation to identified objectives.

Maintain up to date knowledge of changes in policies and procedures relevant to the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Obtained an educational level of GCSE level A - C English and Maths or equivalent
• Minimum NVQ/Diploma Level 2, willing to work to Level 3 or equivalent higher apprenticeship in healthcare

Desirable

• NVQ /Diploma level 3 or equivalent higher apprenticeship in healthcare

Experience

Essential

• Experience in delivering care in a healthcare or people centred environment
• Experience working as part of a team

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of competence in care skills
• Able to delegate work appropriately
• Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Competent IT skills
• Able to present information, written and orally in an accurate clear and logical manner
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Ability to write accurate and legibly in patient notes

Desirable

• Evidence of competence in relevant specialist skills / tasks

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work as part of a team
• Compassionate and caring nature
• Empathetic
• Reliable

Other

Essential

• Passes pre employment checks
• Able to work flexibly over a 24 hour period
• Able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
• Able, with appropriate support, to work in an emotionally demanding 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.

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

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Nicol Unit

Stratford Hospital , Arden Street

Stratford-upon-Avon

CV37 6NX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Good general level of education Maths & English A-C
• Knowledge of administrative systems, clerical/office procedures, data input acquired through on-the-job training
• Computer literate
• Good keyboard skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365

Desirable

• Knowledge of financial Standard operating procedures
• Knowledge of Health Board systems such as clinical workstation
• ECDL

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an NHS organisation
• Experience using Microsoft 365
• Customer service experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in Administration function

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Methodical approach to work
• Good numeracy skills
• Good organisational skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to interact with other disciplines
• Ability to work under pressure
• Desire to learn and develop in the role
• Able to work on own initiative
• Ability to prioritise own tasks
• Team Player
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Flexible to the needs of the service
• Able to work to timescales
• Commitment to achieving quality standard of work
• Aware of security and confidentiality
• Follow & implement standard operating procedures

Desirable

• Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh

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

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Address

Nevill Hall Hospital

Brecon Road

Abergavenny

NP7 7EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Patient Services & Front Desk

• Provide a warm, courteous, and professional reception service to patients and visitors
• Manage patient enquiries in person, by telephone, and online
• Signpost patients to the most appropriate service (GP, nurse, pharmacist, or external services) in line with care navigation principles
• Handle difficult or sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism

Appointment & Workflow Management

• Book, amend, and cancel appointments using the clinical system (e.g. EMIS)
• Support effective triage by capturing accurate patient information
• Manage GP and clinician appointment templates to optimise access
• Process requests for home visits, urgent appointments, and routine care

Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Process repeat prescription requests in line with practice protocols
• Scan, file, and distribute clinical correspondence
• Manage incoming and outgoing post
• Support general administrative tasks to ensure smooth practice operations

Team Working & Communication

• Work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical staff
• Support colleagues during busy periods and provide cover when required
• Communicate effectively with the wider primary care team and external services

Confidentiality & Compliance

• Maintain strict patient confidentiality at all times in line with GDPR and NHS standards
• Adhere to practice policies, including safeguarding, health & safety, and infection control
• Ensure the reception environment is tidy, safe, and welcoming

• This list is not exhaustive

Additional Information

• Training and ongoing development will be provided
• The role may involve occasional extended hours during busy periods
• Wilbraham Surgery is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace

Person Specification

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS services and primary care processes
• Understanding of patient confidentiality and GDPR

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education (GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths)

Desirable

• Customer service or administrative qualification
• Training in healthcare administration or reception duties

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a customer-facing role
• Experience handling telephone enquiries and dealing with the public
• Experience of administrative tasks (filing, data entry, record keeping)

Desirable

• Previous experience in a GP practice or NHS setting
• Experience using clinical systems (e.g. EMIS, SystmOne)
• Experience managing appointments or booking systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Wilbraham Surgery

Address

515 Wilbraham Road

Manchester

M21 0UF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To open all post, except private and confidential items. To distribute to appropriate partner/manager/member of staff. To scan patient specific mail onto the clinical record.
• To enter and accurately read code relevant correspondence into the computer system.
• To summarise patient paper records onto the computer system.
• Check pathology test results have been received from the hospital action normal results as appropriate and distribute to appropriate GPs.
• To provide cover for annual leave/sickness within the administration department and reception
• To be able to run searches on EMIS web and action as required.
• To action requests from Solicitors for copy medical records.
• To manage the call/recall system for patients with Chronic Diseases.
• To complete administrative work for GP contract/enhanced services, including CQRS.
• Ensure that the childhood vaccination and immunisation records are submitted to Cheshire Health Agency on a quarterly basis
• Completion of the monthly FP34 return for the Prescription Pricing Authority.
• Inputting/scanning all patient specific documents into the EMIS computer system and DOCMAN system.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Understanding of and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality. This is to be maintained at all times whether in or out of working hours. Patient or practice matters must not be discussed outside the premises.
• Any other duties, appropriate to the grade, as required from time to time, in consultation with the Practice Manager/Partners, to ensure the smooth running of the practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
• Previous office experience

Desirable

• Previous experience within a GP practice
• Previous use of EMIS computer 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

Neston Medical Centre

Address

Liverpool Road

Neston

Cheshire

CH64 3RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous secretarial/administrative experience

Desirable

• Previous NHS administrative experience

qualification

Essential

• Excellent IT Skills

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Enjoy team working

Skills

Essential

• excellent telephone and communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

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Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Person Specification

Communications and interpersonal skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively written, face to face and telephone

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working in a customer care/patient care environment
• Substantial experience in an NHS Administrative role

Desirable

• Understanding of the Trust's Patient Access Policy and its contents
• Experience of working in a supervisory or mentoring role

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Advanced level of IT to include Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to work to deadlines

Desirable

• Ability to plan and delegate within the team and manage day to day workload

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

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen's Hospital Burton

Belvedere Road

Burton-on-Trent

DE13 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of the Macmillan Psychology Service to provide a specialist (Level IV) clinical psychology service across the county, in line with national directives, to adult (18 +) patients living with cancer who are under the care of Northampton or Kettering General Hospitals and who are experiencing complex psychological difficulties relating to any aspect of their diagnosis or treatment.

Clinical

To conduct structured psychological assessments with cancer patients/their families, either virtually or in person, with outpatients as well as patients on the hospital wards, under the supervision of a qualified Practitioner Psychologist.

To effectively score and interpret psychological assessments/psychometric tests.

To undertake structured risk assessments and risk management for patients and to provide general advice to other professionals on psychological aspects of risk assessment and management, under the supervision of a qualified Practitioner Psychologist.

To communicate highly sensitive (and sometimes distressing) psychological assessment results to patients and carers/family, when required.

To communicate the results of psychological assessments to other members of the multidisciplinary team.

To communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to patients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.

To deliver low-level psychological interventions to help patients manage their psychosocial concerns, both whilst on the waiting list and alongside psychological input provided by the qualified psychology staff, as appropriate.

To contribute to environmental and service developments to enhance patient experience and psychological well-being.

To work empathically and confidently with patients with cancer.

To work effectively with patients from a diverse range of cultural/ethnic backgrounds, understanding and respecting the impact of difference and diversity upon their lives and difficulties.

To develop effective working relationships with the cancer multidisciplinary team and the wider health care community

To liaise with multi-disciplinary teams as appropriate and receive and retrieve complex medical information from consultants and other healthcare professionals.

To work closely with psychology colleagues working within cancer and palliative care across Northamptonshire, as well as other Psychologists within the region.

Research & Service Evaluation

To collate and analyse audit and research data as required, under the supervision of a qualified Practitioner Psychologist.

To undertake literature searches and contribute to written reports/publications as required.

To contribute to the development, evaluation and monitoring of the teams operational policies and services, through the deployment of professional skills in research, service evaluation and audit.

To advise both service and professional management on those aspects of the service where psychological and/or organisational matters need addressing.

Teaching, Training and Supervision

To gain specialist experience and skills relevant to the psychology specialty through a comprehensive, planned programme of CPD in accordance with British Psychological Society and The Health and Care Professions Council Guidance.

To assist in the training of other staff in the multi-disciplinary team.

To liaise closely with supervisors, keep them informed of any issues concerning patients and participate regularly in clinical supervision.

Work autonomously and within the competency level of an Assistant Psychologists role and be supervised by a qualified Practitioner Psychologist.

To provide advice, consultation and training to staff working with the patient group across a range of agencies and settings. This may also include providing support to staff with their own emotional and psychological needs in response to their work caring for cancer patients.

Governance/Professional Responsibilities

To receive regular supervision in accordance with national good practice guidelines from a qualified Practitioner Psychologist.

To contribute to governance issues within University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group and the Macmillan Psychology Service as they arise.

To maintain standards of clinical record keeping including entries in medical records, report writing and the responsible exercise of professional self-governance.

To identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance as appropriate to support and maintain clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behavior.

To attend meetings of the Macmillan Psychology Service and to undertake duties arising from such meetings in keeping with the nature and grading of the post.

To work in accordance with the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group practice guidelines, policies and standards and abide by the current Codes of Practice as outlined by the British Psychological Society and Health Care Professions Council.

To attend the Trust induction and all required mandatory training.

To participate in the annual appraisal system/individual performance reviews where required.

To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies, issues and guidelines in relation to the specific client group.

Administration

To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping including electronic data entry and recording, report writing and the responsible exercise of professional self-governance in accordance with professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society, the Health Care and Professionals Council and Trust policies and procedures.

To collect and supply requested activity data, leave, travel and sickness and maintain records for the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group.

To attend meetings within the trust as required and to undertake duties arising from such meetings in keeping with the nature and grading of the post.

Person Specification

Educations, Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to a second-class honours degree or higher in Psychology
• Entitlement to Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society (GMBPsS)

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPS/HCPC
• Additional relevant qualifications and course attendance

Skills

Essential

• Experience of psychology applied to mental health care.
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems.
• High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive. Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues.
• Familiarity with the use of CBT techniques in clinical settings.
• High degree of organisational and time management to allow the ability to ability to adjust priorities and manage a demanding and constantly changing workload.
• Experience using PCs and digital technology for word processing, databases or data-analysis.
• Ability to identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance as appropriate

Desirable

• An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a physical health context.
• Familiarity with delivering supervised CBT for people with health conditions.
• Experience of teaching and training to others
• Experience of the application of psychology in different cultural contexts
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working
• Experience of working within oncology or a health psychology setting
• Knowledge of psychological models relevant to understanding the psychological impact of cancer, coping and models of intervention
• Confidence delivering both individual and group psychological interventions

Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Compassionate and committed to providing a values-based, patient-centred and holistic service
• Flexible, highly motivated, and able to work autonomously under pressure
• Able to communicate both sensitively and effectively, and to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Able to manage high levels of emotional distress, both as an individual level and in the context of supporting colleagues
• Passionate and committed to bring our Dedicated to Excellence values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality diversity and inclusion of our staff, patients and service users

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• An upper second class honours degree or higher in psychology

Desirable

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

Experience

Essential

• Work with people with mental health problems and/or disabilities

Desirable

• Experience of paid work in direct care provision and/or experience of working with older people and or people with dementia

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• High level of communications skills written and verbal and ability to work in a setting where the atmosphere may be highly emotive

Desirable

• High standard of report writing

Personal

Essential

• An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines
• An ability to interact with people with mental health problems and disabilities

Desirable

• A desire to explore a career in professional psychology/and/or mental health

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Abingdon Mental Health Centre or The Elms Centre Banbury

Abingdon

OX14 1AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description for full detail

Please refer to the job description for full details of the role and responsibilities

Timetable is in the supporting documents of an example working week.

Flexible time is allocated for independent study, training, audit or research related activities to ensure all 4 domains set by the GMC Good Medical Practice are fulfilled.

Time off in lieu equates to non-working time and will be assigned to ensure out of hours working is rest regulation compliant in line with the appointees contract.

Person Specification

Professional Registration

Essential

• MRCP or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Higher degree (MD, PhD, MSc) or evidence of progress towards one.

Clinical Skills/Experience

Essential

• Completion of, or in the final years of, higher specialist training in Gastroenterology (ST6+ or equivalent)
• Evidence of competence in diagnostic upper and lower GI endoscopy
• Competence in managing general gastroenterology patients

Desirable

• Previous evidence of managing IBD patients in the outpatient and inpatient settings
• Experience of multidisciplinary team (MDT) working

Management Skills

Essential

• Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery
• Able to delegate appropriately

Desirable

• Experience of change management

Teaching, Audit & Research

Essential

• Experience of audit, quality improvement, or service development

Desirable

• Previous involvement in IBD-related research

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

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

QMC

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

On-Call Duties

The unit offers a two tier system for junior doctors. The successful applicant will work on the middle grade rota. The job includes nights and weekends on call. There is a regular weekend on-call and approximately three nights monthly.

The Junior Doctor accepts that he / she will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the Duty Consultant, in conjunction where practicable with his / her colleagues, both senior and junior.

It has been agreed between the professions and the DHSS while junior staffs accept that they will perform such duties, it stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptional and in particular that Junior Staff should not be required to undertake work on this kind for prolonged periods on a regular basis.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registered
• Relevant NHS and overseas experience
• Relevant Clinical knowledge
• MBBS or equivalent, MRCOG Part 1

Desirable

• Relevant ATSM (experience in obstetric ultrasound)
• Relevant training for the post
• MRCOG part 2,3

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in O & G
• More than 5 years as registrar

Desirable

• Training relevant to post

further Training and Knowledge

Essential

• Senior Registrar in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Desirable

• Research, other relevant courses

Personality and Personal Attributes

Essential

• Good communication skills Team worker

Skills / Abilities

Essential

• Diagnostic Laparoscopy
• Manage Labour ward including performing CS, instrumental deliveries, perineal repairs, interpreting CTG and dealing with obstetric emergencies
• Experience with gynaecology emergencies including managing ectopic pregnancies, miscarriage and the acute abdomen

Desirable

• Laparoscopic Management of Ectopic pregnancy.
• Diagnostic Laparoscopy Manage Labour ward including performing CS, instrumental deliveries, perineal repairs, interpreting CTG and dealing with obstetric emergencies Experience with gynaecology emergencies including managing ectopic pregnancies, miscarriage and the acute abdomen Laparoscopic Management of Ectopic pregnancy. Therapeutic Laparoscopy Gynaecology scanning
• Gynaecology scanning

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

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Croydon University Hospital

530 London Road

Thornton Heath

CR7 7YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be expected to clerk patients who attend under the General Surgery department. This unit manages both acute and elective patients with general surgical complaints. You will manage patients medical illnesses under supervision, request investigations / treatments for patients, take patient histories and carrying out routine patient examinations, communicate with patients, and provide discharge summaries etc. to promote good liaison with General Practitioners, liaise with patients' relatives and provide on-call services as required. You will be supervised by senior colleagues with timely consultant review. You will also participate in the acute on call rota on a 1:12 basis, where you will be part o

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Full GMC Registration with License to Practice

Desirable

• 1st class honours for BSc
• Distinction, merits or equivalent throughout undergraduate medical programme
• Peer reviewed publications

Clinical Experience, Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Understanding of the major principles the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013) including
• Knowledge, skills and performance
• Safety and quality
• Experience working in the UK
• Communication, partnership and team work
• Understanding of the outcomes to be achieved in UK Foundation programme as set out in the GMC's The Trainee Doctor (2011)

Language and Communication Skills

Essential

• Good Listening, reading, writing and speaking in English language that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013)

Attributes

Essential

• An understanding of the importance of the patient as the central focus of care
• The ability to prioritise tasks and information and take appropriate decisions
• An understanding of the importance of working effectively with others
• Initiative and ability to deal with pressure and/or challenge
• An understanding of equality and diversity
• The ability to communicate effectively with both colleagues and patients
• Commitment to learning and continued professional development
• Self-awareness and insight into the boundaries of their own abilities

Desirable

• An understanding of the principles of ethical medical research
• An understanding of the importance of effective teaching

Probity

Essential

• The applicant must demonstrate appropriate professional behavior as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013), i.e.
• Integrity oHonesty oConfidentiality

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a highly specialised clinical psychology/neuropsychological service, including assessment, intervention, and consultation, participating in relevant service development and research, and undertaking supervision and training. To work autonomously as an independent practitioner within professional guidelines and the services policies and procedures, fully accountable for professional actions, and collaboratively with other professionals in health, education, and social services.

Person Specification

shortlist offline

Essential

• Add "2" for interview, "0" for rejected

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Oxford Centre for Enablement, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre

Windmill Road

Oxford

OX3 7HE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients and their families/carers attending the Hands and Plastic Injury (HAPI) service.
• Participate in the review of patients with hand, soft tissue and burn injuries, delivering specialist wound care and treatments in collaboration with the Hands and Plastic Surgery team.
• Coordinate and provide ambulatory care to patients in the HAPI service, which will include venepuncture, cannulation, risk assessment and administration of intravenous medication.
• Assist the Plastic Surgery team in providing minor surgical procedures to patient in HAPI. This will include preparing surgical equipment and supporting the surgeon as well as documenting and delivering post-operative patient care to patients undergoing a minor procedure under local anaesthetic.
• Facilitate daily meetings with on-call Consultant/team to review referrals to the Plastic Trauma Service, actively discussing and managing referrals with the on-call team, in line with established patient pathways.
• Act as a key point of contact for the Hand & Plastic Trauma Service, which includes the co-ordination, scheduling and communication of patient appointments, diagnostic tests and surgical procedures.
• Participate in local clinical governance activities, such as audits, research, staff teaching/training and quality improvement initiatives as required, with support from the Lead Nurse.
• Confidently utilise a range of IT systems, including (but not limited to) the Oxford Acute Referral System (OARS), theatre booking/scheduling systems and Electronic Patient Records (EPR).
• Adhere to local and Trust-wide protocols, policies and guidelines, consistently acting in accordance with the OUH Trust values.

Person Specification

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Essential

• 12 months experience in an acute / ward setting within the NHS
• Active registration with NMC
• Venepuncture and cannulation competency
• Evidence of experience in wound care / wound management in a role

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a Plastic Surgery or Burns role (at least 12 months)
• Previous experience in a management / leadership role (at least 12 months)
• Previous experience working in a Specialist Nurse role (at least 12 months)
• Student mentor / practice assessor qualification
• Wound management / wound care / burns training or qualification
• Previous experience working in emergency/urgent care setting (at least 12 months)
• Previous role in research or quality improvement projects
• Management or leadership training / qualification
• Previous experience working with trauma / minor injury patients

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headley Way

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job description

• To work with children of all ages and their families, understanding the nature of their attendance and assisting practitioners in therapeutic goals.

• To assist staff with the management of patients referred to the department. To include:

  • • Assisting with the management of orthopaedic surgery patients, to include application and removal of casts, sometimes with indirect supervision, and sometimes requiring basic wound care

    • Assisting with the application and removal of casts for non-surgical treatments
    • Assisting in the management of babies being treated for hip dysplasia
• To work flexibly within the team, providing support to professional colleagues and the multidisciplinary team, and provide cover for other areas within paediatrics during annual leave, busy periods and where there is an imbalance of work.
• To assist in the maintenance of the department plaster supplies and equipment stocks
• To help maintain a clean and safe working environment, in particular the plaster room and store, and casting equipment
• To arrange appropriate appointments by person, telephone or letter and co-ordinate specialist requests, liaising with clinicians and administrative teams.

• To deal proactively and efficiently with telephone enquiries from patients, carers and other service users professionally, ensuring, where possible, that the callers needs are met or they are transferred to the most appropriate person.

• To carry out data collection as required by the therapy team, including entering data onto the computer data collection system.

Responsibilities

• To attend all mandatory training as required by the Trust particularly Fire, Manual Handling, Basic Life Support and complete Information Governance training on-line

• To maintain good working relationships with the multi-disciplinary teams in the outpatient department and other colleagues within the Childrens therapy team

• To ensure effective communication and documentation with the therapy team, other health professional and patients/parents/guardians.

• To participate in the departmental induction and training of new or temporary staff and continued training of existing staff.

• Attend all statutory training for Health & Safety, and attend training sessions and meeting which are appropriate to the post.

• To ensure that Trust Data Quality procedures are adhered to at all times.

• To participate in meeting infection control standards of equipment used by Childrens Therapy team.

• To undertake any other activities as required by the Therapies team.

Communication

• To be able to communicate effectively with the wider multidisciplinary team, attending meetings and providing handover and feedback as necessary.

• To communicate effectively and sensitively to patients and their families/ guardians face to face and via telephone.

• To be able to use written communication in electronic patients records and ordering systems

• To be able to use email and telephone to contact patients/ parents/ guardians

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent passes in English Language and Maths
• Experience of operating administrative and IT systems and procedures
• Experience working with patients/those with a health need
• Knowledge of office and IT systems.
• Articulate - required to liaise effectively with patients and all staff groups.
• Able to respond professionally and courteously
• Good organisational skills and an ability to prioritise own workload

Desirable

• To be fun and approachable to help engage children in therapeutic activities
• Ability to take initiative when appropriate.
• Good telephone manner and ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Flexible and adaptable Enthusiastic People-centred approach Conscientious Honest and reliable

Shortlisting

Essential

• Previous experience of patient care

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre

Windmill Road

Oxford

OX3 7HE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a comprehensive overview of the role, including key responsibilities. These documents outline the expectations of the position, the skills and experience needed to perform effectively. Applicants are encouraged to review both documents carefully to ensure a clear understanding of the role and to demonstrate how their knowledge, experience, and attributes align with the stated requirements and selection standards fully.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• gnificant experience of the NHS and/or health/childcare and an interest in the speciality with knowledge of wider issues relating to health care.

Desirable

• Evidence of the care certificate or commitment to achieve on joining Trust

Clinical Practice

Essential

• Significant experience of the NHS and/or health/childcare and an interest in the speciality with knowledge of wider issues relating to health care.

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Tasks:

1. To ensure that the IPS service delivers an excellent standard of care to patients and their families

2. To lead a team of nurses for a shift (all) and dependent on experience on occasion lead the IPS for a shift in the absence of a more senior nurse

3. To offer timely and individual care based on need, using referral criteria, regular patient review, assessment, re-assessment and discharge criteria as appropriate

4. To provide direct delivery of care to patients

5. To provide symptom control for patients including the administration of medicines in line with Thames Hospice Policy

6. To communicate fully and effectively with patients, their families and professional colleagues to ensure a safe and needs led care pathway, with particular consideration given to discharge

7. To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team to ensure a co-ordinated and defined management plan / plan of care for each patient. To include review and discharge as appropriate and attend MDT meetings as required

8. To maintain accurate healthcare records, written and computer based, liaising with community colleagues and in line with Thames Hospice organisational policy and professional requirements

9. To participate in training, of student nurses and external stakeholders as required.

10. To monitor practice and competence for Bank RNs and Health Care Assistants by regularly working with them as part of a shift (dependent on experience)

11. To support and work with the IPS Team Sisters to develop and maintain effective partnership working with the multidisciplinary team

12. To communicate, when required, with external care agencies, GPs and community teams to facilitate best working practice and service provision

13. To participate in an annual audit of the service, to identify if improvements and / or changes have enabled an improved patient and care experience

14. To report accidents, incidents and complaints in area of responsibility as per procedure, participating in investigations as required

A job description is not a rigid or inflexible document but acts to provide guidelines to the duties expectedwhile in post. It will be reviewed as appropriate with the post holder.

Thames Hospice is committed to being an equal opportunities organisation. It is committed topromoting equal opportunities and preventing discrimination. This policy applies to both its servicedelivery and to its own employment practices. You will be willing and able to demonstrate commitmentto Thames Hospice Equal Opportunities Policy.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Specialist Knowledge and Experience:
• Knowledge and understanding of current developments in palliative care (Desirable)
• Have or be willing to work towards a credit bearing award in End of Life Care
• Awareness of national Care Quality Commission monitoring requirements
• Recent experience of undertaking nursing assessments and care planning for patients
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about relevant topics with patients and colleagues
• Evidence of post registration nursing experience
• Recent experience of undertaking nursing assessments and care planning for patients including those with complex needs
• Evidence of sound clinical decision making independently and as part of the multidisciplinary team
• Experienced in maintaining effective relationships with colleagues
• Ability to quickly build a rapport and establish professional relationships with others, based on trust and understanding
• Ability to organise own workload and to prioritise care needs of a defined patient caseload
• Ability to organise a small team of nurses
• Experience of communicating effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team, both verbally and in writing
• Experience of communicating effectively with patients, carers and families, both face to face and on the telephone
• Experience of using multi-professional records to fully and accurately document patient care and interactions
• Enthusiastic, committed and able to use initiative, ensuring delivery of objectives
• Commitment to ensuring the patient is central to all decisions about, and the provision of, care
• Able to remain calm and in control when under pressure
• Special conditions:
• Appointment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, occupational health assessment and right to work in the UK checks.
• Immunisations for Hepatitis B and MMR (Ideally Tuberculosis and Chicken pox)
• Must be willing and able to work shifts including nights
• The post holder must maintain an active professional portfolio in order to be able to revalidate every 3 years in accordance with the current NMC guidelines
• Must attend all Thames Hospice Mandatory Training as required for role

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult or Mental Health)

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

Thames Hospice

Address

Windsor Road

Maidenhead

Berkshire

SL6 2DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

• Toundertake highly specialist neuropsychological and psychological assessment and communicate a clinical opinionto inform and/or develop a medical diagnosis and/or case formulation to guidepsychological intervention/consultation. Assessment will bebased on analysis interpretationand integrationofhighlycomplexinformation from a variety of sources including clinical interview, direct observation, questionnaire measures,neuropsychological tests,literaturereview,andpsychometric assessment -incorporatingmedical investigationsif relevant. To give an opinion based on this in cases where professional opinion may differ, and in which a judgmentmustbe made about the significance of data where data may be unreliable/missing.

• As an integral part ofcompletinga neuro/psychological assessment, to simultaneously exercise well-developed manual skills (i.e. accurate manipulation of a wide range of test materials, including physical materials),whereaccuracy is important and it is often necessary to take account of interfering factors (such as patient distractibility, or level of comprehension).

• To developspecialised plans for formal neuro/psychological intervention and/or management of the patients neuro/psychological difficulties, based on the individual assessment and formulation, and making use of an informed judgment of evidence of treatment efficacy and psychological principles.

• Tobe responsible for implementing a range of neuro/psychological interventions, within and across teams, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models and maintainingseveralprovisional hypotheses.

• To evaluate and make decisions about treatment optionsconsideringboth theoretical and therapeutic models andhighly complexfactors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family,carersor group.

• To support the work of the multidisciplinary team, providing training,supervision,and consultancy asappropriate.

• To communicate effectively, empathically and clearly withpatients and family members regarding neuro/psychological or medical matters which will regularly be highly complicated (such as explanation of multi-faceted clinical formulations including neuro/psychological principles, medical factors, personal and family psychological factors, and the implications of these), highly emotionally charged (such as eliciting/discussing experiences of trauma or childhood abuse), and which may require managing difficulties in understanding (such as cognitive difficulties), or overcoming communicationchallengeswith patientswhoare experiencing high levels of anxiety, depressionor symptoms in keeping withenduring mental health difficulties.

• To communicate effectively and clearly with clinical colleaguesregarding neuro/psychologicalassessments and interventions by organizing andsharingthehighlycomplexinformation involved in a relevant and usable form in formal written and spoken reports, as well as in day-to-day liaison and consultation.

• In carrying out the duties of the post, to exercise very high levels of mental concentration for prolonged periods (for example in consecutive psychotherapy sessions or prolonged neuropsychological assessment), regularly requiring sustained emotional concentration (for example in communicating highly distressing news oreliciting/discussing experiences of trauma or childhood abuse), while sitting in a constrained position for extended periods.

• In carrying out the duties of the post, to cope with and managebehavioursthat challenge, including verbal abuse and risk of physical aggression (forexamplefrompeopleexperiencinghigh levelsof distressorenduring mentalhealth difficulties).

• To exercise standard keyboard skillsand use a computer as necessary for clinical work, including literature searches, word processing,developingandmaintainingtraining packs, information leaflets, inputting data, report writing,maintainingelectronic patient records and other tasks as necessary for the efficient running of the service.

• To record activity and outcome data as required byPsychological Medicine Senior Management Team

CONSULTATION

• To provideexpertise and specialist neuro/psychological advice and consultation to other professionals in relation to patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment,and care (for example advisingmedical teamsonpsychological principles andresearch oracting as consultant toMDTcolleagues inunderstanding andmanagingbehavioursthat challenge).

RESEARCHAND SERVICE EVALUATION

• To take responsibilityfor keeping up to date with relevant clinical research

• Toidentify,initiateand completeclinical research as a routine activity (including collaboratingactively withMDTcolleagues on research projects).

• Toconduct and co-operate in audit/service-related projects.

• To use computer software in developing and operating systems for storage and analysis of data and creation of reportsfor colleagues in relation to audit activities and clinical research.

• To supervise research and development activities of doctoralTrainee Clinical Psychologists, andStudentAssistant Psychologists asappropriate.

TEACHING, TRAINING AND SUPERVISION

• Toparticipatein regular supervisionin accordance withgood practice guidelines and trust policy.

• Toparticipatein the trusts annualvalues-basedappraisal process.

• To attend all relevant mandatory training whenrequired.

• Tosupervise doctoralTrainee ClinicalPsychologistsandbe responsible fortheir trainingin all aspects of Clinical Psychology.

• To superviseStudentAssistantPsychologists as necessary, and any other psychologists or professional colleagues associated with the post.

• To provide teaching on Clinical Psychology on the Oxford Training Course in Clinical Psychology asappropriate.

• To provide teaching and training to other professional colleagues/staff groups on psychological matters asappropriate.

ADMINISTRATIVE/ORGANISATIONAL

• To attendlocalservice meetings, regional/national networkmeetings,andClinicalHealthPsychology meetings asappropriate.

• Tomaintainaccurateclinical notes and documentation for professional and legal requirementsin line withOUHFT policy.

• To take part in service/departmental policy implementation and development (byforexampleactively working on policy implementation, as well as raising issues and proposing and discussing changes).

• To plan andorganisethe work of trainees and assistants asappropriate, in addition to their own caseload, research and other responsibilities and liaise as necessary with other colleagues.

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (including in process of completing in 2026)
• Experience of Clinical Neuropsychology

Desirable

• 18 months experience of Clinical Neuropsychology practice as a qualified Clinical Psychologist

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headley Way

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

• To undertake highly specialist psychological assessment and communicate a clinical opinion in order to inform and/or develop a case formulation to guide psychological intervention/consultation, based on analysis and interpretation of highly complex information from a variety of sources including clinical interview, direct observation, questionnaire measures, up-to-date literature review, psychological assessment (including assessment of mental state and psychological formulation drawing on a variety of models), psychometric assessment and with regard to other medical investigations if relevant. To give an opinion based on this in cases where professional opinion may differ, and in which a judgment has to be made about the significance of data where data may be unreliable/missing. To attend a weekly MDT on Tuesday mornings.
• As an integral part of a psychological assessment, to simultaneously exercise well-developed manual skills (i.e. accurate manipulation of a wide range of test materials, including physical materials), with which accuracy is important and it is often necessary to take account of interfering factors (such as patient distractibility, or level of comprehension).
• To develop specialised plans for formal psychological intervention, based on the individual assessment and formulation, and making use of an informed judgment of evidence of treatment efficacy and psychological principles.
• To be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions for individuals, teams and groups, within and across staffing teams, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses
• To communicate effectively, empathically and clearly with staff members and with appropriate consent line managers, Occupational Health staff and other medical professionals regarding psychological or medical matters which will regularly be highly complicated (such as explanation of multi-faceted clinical formulations including psychological principles, medical factors, personal and family psychological factors, and the implications of these), highly emotionally charged (such as eliciting/discussing experiences of trauma or childhood abuse), and which may require managing difficulties in understanding (such as cognitive difficulties), or overcoming communication challenges with patients who are experiencing high levels of anxiety, depression or symptoms in keeping with psychosis.
• To communicate effectively and clearly with clinical colleagues regarding psychological assessments and interventions by organizing and sharing the highly complex information involved in a relevant and usable form in formal written and spoken reports, as well as in day-to day liaison and consultation.
• In carrying out the duties of the post, to exercise very high levels of mental concentration for prolonged periods (for example in consecutive psychotherapy sessions), regularly requiring sustained emotional concentration (for example in communicating highly distressing news, or eliciting/discussing experiences of trauma or childhood abuse), while sitting in a constrained position for extended periods.
• In carrying out the duties of the post, to cope with and manage behaviours that challenge, including verbal abuse and risk of physical aggression (for example from people experiencing high levels of distress or enduring mental health difficulties).
• To exercise standard keyboard skills, and operate electronic equipment such as data projectors and video cameras.
• To record activity and outcome data as required by Psychological Medicine Senior Management Team

CONSULTATION

• To provide expertise and specialist psychological advice and consultation to other professionals in relation to patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment and care (for example advising Occupational Health colleagues on psychological principles and research, or acting as consultant to AHP colleagues in understanding and managing behaviours that challenge).

RESEARCH

To take responsibility for keeping up to date with relevant clinical research

To identify, initiate and complete clinical research as a routine activity (including collaborating actively with MDT colleagues on research projects).

To carry out and co-operate in audit/service-related projects (for example evaluating the effectiveness of the staff support service).

To use computer software in developing and operating systems for storage and analysis of data and creation of reports for colleagues in relation to audit activities and clinical research.

To supervise research and development activities of doctoral trainee Clinical Psychologists, and Assistant Psychologists as appropriate.

TEACHING, TRAINING AND SUPERVISION

To supervise doctoral trainee Clinical Psychologists, and be responsible for their training in all aspects of Clinical Psychology.

To supervise Assistant Psychologists as necessary, and any other psychologists or professional colleagues associated with the post.

To provide teaching on Clinical Psychology on the Oxford Training Course in Clinical Psychology as appropriate.

To provide teaching and training to other professional colleagues/staff groups on psychological matters as appropriate.

ADMINISTRATIVE/ORGANISATIONAL

To attend Occupational Health and OUH Wellbeing team meetings

To organize the efficient day to day running and development of the Staff Support Service in liaison with the Occupational Health team.

To maintain accurate clinical notes and documentation for professional and legal requirements in line with Occupational Health procedures.

To take part in service/departmental policy implementation and development (by for example actively working on policy implementation, as well as raising issues and proposing and discussing changes).

To plan and organize the work of trainees and assistants as appropriate, in addition to their own caseload, research and other responsibilities and liaise as necessary with other colleagues.

Person Specification

Heart Centre Psychology criteria

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• At least 2 years post qualification experience in relevant field
• Experience of working in cardiology

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headington

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For an informal visit or any questions please contact Dr Louise Hankinson, Lead Psychologist for the Renal and Transplant ServiceEmail: [email protected]).

Person Specification

Aplication and interview

Essential

• must meet essential criteria

Desirable

• Achieved grades

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Renal and Transplant Unit, Churchill Hospital

Old Road Headington

Oxford

OX3 7LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Deputy Matron is responsible for the effective day-to-day operational management of the Neonatal Unit, ensuring delivery of safe, high-quality, and patient-centred care. The role provides strong, visible leadership to nursing and multidisciplinary teams, promoting a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and adherence to Trust values. Key responsibilities include oversight of clinical governance, patient safety, risk management, and complaints handling, ensuring learning is embedded and standards are consistently achieved.

The post holder will lead workforce planning, including safe staffing, recruitment, performance management, and staff development, while maintaining accountability for budget management and efficient use of resources. They will actively contribute to service development, quality improvement, and delivery of strategic priorities across the Directorate. In addition, the Deputy Matron will support education, research, and professional development, while deputising for the Matron and representing the service at divisional and Trust-level forums.

Person Specification

in line with JD/PS

Essential

• o 1st level registration Post registration qualification or equivalent experience
• Qualification in teaching and assessing in clinical practice
• Minimum academic achievement of Degree in Nursing
• Demonstrable expertise in nursing
• Management skills / training Knowledge and experience

Desirable

• Post graduate education
• Masters level education in Nursing
• Experience in introducing and managing nurse-led practice
• Project management skills -Ability to reflect and learn from 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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit WC level 1 John Radcliffe Hospital

Neonates Woman Centre - Level 1 JR Hospital Headley Way Headington Oxford OX3 9DU

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide a comprehensive medical secretarial and administrative service to consultants and clinical teams.Process clinical correspondence, referrals, reports, clinic outcomes and other documentation accurately and within agreed timescales.Coordinate consultant diaries and ensure approved leave and changes to clinical commitments are communicated and actioned appropriately.Maintain accurate and up to date electronic patient and administrative records and follow up outstanding administrative actions.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous medical secretarial or relevant healthcare administrative experience.
• Experience of managing a varied workload and competing priorities.
• Experience of using electronic patient, record-management
• Experience of dealing professionally with patients/service users and colleagues, including sensitive or challenging situations.
• Experience of patient pathways (RTT/Non RTT)
• Experience of theatre or elective booking.
• Experience of supporting or training colleagues.

Desirable

• Experience of improving administrative processes or ways of working.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work accurately with good attention to detail.

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages, including Excel and Power-point, internet, e-mail etc...
• Knowledge of Patient Administration System (or equivalent system)
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, with good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Level 3 vocational qualification in a relevant subject, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Evidence of relevant continuing professional development.
• An appropriate speed and accuracy of typing is required for this role and this will be assessed at interview

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

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

BTHFT

Bradford

BD9 6NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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