Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Life Support provider status on ALS, APLS or ATLS/ETC
• Paediatric Life Support provider status on PILS, APLS or EPLS
• Current GMC Certificate With Full License to Practice

Desirable

• MCEM
• Intercalated Degree
• Academic Excellence
• Instructor status in Life support Courses

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• 12 months experience of working in Paediatric Emergency Medicine or Emergency Medicine in the UK as a middle grade (i.e. able to lead a department at night with remote supervision).
• 4 years of post graduate experience in specialities relevant to emergency medicine

Desirable

• Some experience in paediatrics, intensive care, anaesthesia, acute medicine.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE , ABILITIES

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical and legal topics with patients and colleagues
• Special interest or previous experience in medicolegal medicine.
• Evidence of recent quality improvement projects or audit.

Desirable

• Evidence of Teaching 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

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4XW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Clinical Fellow in Medical Retina and Vitreoretinal Surgery is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across medical retina, vitreoretinal and general ophthalmology services. The post holder will undertake specialist outpatient clinics, participate in at least one vitreoretinal theatre list per week and contribute to the ophthalmology on-call rota, providing assessment and management of a wide range of ophthalmic conditions and emergencies. Working closely with consultant ophthalmologists, specialty trainees, ophthalmic nurses, theatre teams and multidisciplinary colleagues, the Fellow will support the delivery of safe, effective and timely patient care across Ashford Hospital, St Peters Hospital and Woking Community Hospital. Responsibilities include clinical decision-making, accurate documentation, communication with patients and carers, and ensuring high professional standards are maintained at all times. The post holder will actively contribute to teaching, training and supervision of junior doctors, trainee optometrists and other healthcare professionals. They will participate in departmental educational activities, continuing professional development, clinical audit, research and governance programmes, helping to improve quality, patient safety and service performance. The role also requires participation in service improvement initiatives, compliance with Trust policies and regulatory standards, and flexible working to meet the needs of the Ophthalmology Department. The Fellow will support the achievement of departmental objectives while contributing to the Trusts vision of delivering excellent, joined-up patient care.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Clinical experience in Ophthalmology, including cataract surgery

Desirable

• Further experience in Medical Retina

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent - Part 1 FRCOphth or equivalent - Full GMC Registration

Desirable

• Part 2 FRCOphth or equivalent

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

ASPH

Ashford & St. Peters Hospitals NHS Trust Ashford Hospital London Road ASHFORD TW15 3AA UNITED KINGDOM

Ashford

TW15 3AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work within their competencies to provide a high standard of work whilst being professional.

The post holder will need to be proactive and manage some aspects of the Quality and Outcomes Framework and enhanced services offered by the practice.

Work with the practice team to ensure full compliance with Care Quality Commission standards for safe and effective care.

Answering internal and external phone calls.

Dealing with administration queries for the practice.

Ensuring all post delivered to the practice is uploaded to records and actioned daily.

Completing workflow documents folder daily.

Monitoring the generic email account daily and redirecting appropriately.

Scanning on all relevant documents to patient notes in a timely manner and disposing of old scanned documents.

Re-assigning unmatched documents on the system daily.

Keeping the practice DNACPR record up to date.

Stock monitoring and ordering stationery.

Tasks box for all coders monitored daily.

Coders will cover each others holidays in full. There should be a minimum of 1 coder per day Monday-Friday. Any extra hours worked will be paid as over time.

Any other administrative team duties deemed suitable by your Supervisor / Line manager

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths (or equivalent).

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience in an NHS or Primary Care setting.

Employer details

Employer name

Marsh House Medical Practice

Address

Abbey Health Centre

Finchale Avenue

Billingham

Cleveland

TS23 2DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.marshhousemedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Trust is committed to develop its acute medical services, and we are planning important changes to our urgent care model. Our current Acute Assessment Unit has 19 beds and 8 recliner chairs. We have a 30 bedded short stay ward, and an ambulatory care unit. Work is in progress to establish Same Day Emergency Care services (SDEC) that include medical assessment, surgical assessment, and ambulatory care and frailty services. These posts offer a unique opportunity to be involved in the planning and development of an integrated SDEC service from an early stage.The department will also work closely with primary care and community to develop better services for our patients.We are looking for newly qualified consultants or established consultants with a passion for Acute Medicine and wanting a new challenge. You must be a capable senior decision maker who will support the rapid assessment of patients including post take ward round for patients, streaming to appropriate pathways and commencement of treatment. There is the possibility of a session of speciality work for those with specialist interests. Applicants wishing to work less than full time or to job share are encouraged to apply.Our consultants are required to provide strong clinical leadership and to be available for opinion and advice on any patient within the acute medicine department. Consultants are expected to be based within the clinical area when rostered for direct clinical care programmed activities (PAs).

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• MRCP(UK) CCT and/or eligibility for inclusion on the Specialist Register of GMC Acute Medicine or specialist medicine with general medicine accreditation or within six months at the time of the Appointments Advisory Committee
• MBBS (or equivalent)
• Full GMC Registration and license to practice

Desirable

• Higher qualification (e.g. MD, PhD)
• Valid ALS Certificate

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Completed training programme in General or Acute Medicine
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on the full range of problems in adult acute general medicine
• Ability to remain calm and work effectively, under pressure environment
• Able to organize and prioritize workload

Communication Skills

Essential

• Effective written (including record keeping) and verbal communication skills
• Fluent in verbal and written English
• Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives dignity, privacy, integrity, cultural and religious beliefs

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Able to demonstrate successful participation in clinical governance activities

Desirable

• Participation in relevant national Audits
• Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal

Leadership/Management

Essential

• Evidence of management experience and/or training
• Good IT Skills
• Evidence of knowledge of NHS structure, and current NHS "5 year forward plan"

Desirable

• Attendance on Management course
• Experience in service development

Teaching

Essential

• Knowledge and Ability to teach all grades of doctors and medical students

Desirable

• Educational and Clinical Supervisor Course

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

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke Park Road

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL ROLE:

The post-holder will:

1. Make professionally autonomous decisions for which he/she is accountable.

1. Deliver Immunisation & Cervical Smear programme for the practice

1. Be competent in dressings, suture removal and treatment of simple wounds and wound care.

1. Manage Chronic Disease e.g. Diabetes, CHD, within training competencies

1. Provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, individualised patient care.

1. Offer a holistic service to patients and their families, developing where appropriate an on-going plan of care/support, with an emphasis on prevention and self-care.

1. Promote health and well-being through the use of health promotion, health education, screening and therapeutic communication skills.

1. Refer patients directly to other services/agencies as appropriate.

1. Work with nursing, medical and health care assistant colleagues to ensure that National Service Frameworks (e.g. Coronary Heart Disease/Older People/ Diabetes /Mental Health) are being delivered.

1. Contribute to the practice achieving its quality targets to sustain the high standards of patient care and service delivery.

1. Be aware of and contribute to planning and delivery of practice-based commissioning.

1. Carry out audits and complete patient summaries.

1. Assess, plan, provide and evaluate nursing care to meet the care needs of individuals and groups in the practice population.

1. Assess, diagnose and treat specific diseases in accordance with agreed medical/nursing protocols.

1. Provide direct access to specialist nursing care for undifferentiated patients within the practice population.

1. Undertake diagnostic, health screening, health surveillance and therapeutic interventions within a broader health promotion/public health strategy.

The post-holder will:

1. Chair Customer Care, Clinical and any other meetings as required by the practice.

1. Promote a learning environment for patients, nurses and other health professionals.

1. Contribute to the planning and implementation of the teaching for existing staff, such as medical students, PN students, GP registrars, Health Care Assistants, within the Practice.

The post-holder will:

1. Promote evidence-based practice through the use of the latest research-based guidelines and the development of practice-based research.

1. Maintain their professional registration.

1. Participate in continuing professional development opportunities to ensure that up-to-date evidence-based knowledge and competence in all aspects of the role is maintained.

1. Work within the latest NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

1. Record accurate consultation data in patients records in accordance with the latest NMC guidance and other pertinent standards.

1. Keep up to date with pertinent health-related policy and work with the practice team to consider the impact and strategies for implementation.

1. Work collaboratively with colleagues within and external to the practice.

1. Pro-actively promote the role of the PN within the Practice, and externally to key stakeholders and agencies.

The post-holder will:

1. Encourage and develop teamwork within the practice.

1. Participate in multi-disciplinary protocol and Patient Group Directions development.

1. Help the practice operate in a cost-effective manner.

1. Identify and manage nursing care risks on a continuing basis.

1. Participate in practice meetings and practice management meetings, reporting progress as required.

1. Participate in audits and inspections as appropriate.

1. Ensure that all Practice Policies are fully implemented

1. Maintain necessary Occupational health records for clinical staff.

1. Support, Manager and Train the practice Healthcare Assistants.

1. Undertake personal development courses designed to support the role of Managers.

1. Identify and support practice development plans.

1. Provide effective and dynamic leadership and management skills by organising and leading a multi disciplinary team.

1. As a clinical expert, be able to advise on educational opportunities that will facilitate the development and support of their specialist knowledge and skills to ensure the development of clinical practice.

1. Recognise the development needs of others and provide appraisal and clinical supervision.

1. Support clinicians as a mentor/preceptor in personal and professional development plans.

1. Develop and guide learners in their education programmes as a mentor or preceptor.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 1-5 Years relevant post registration experience
• Practice Nurse Qualification
• NMC Nurse Registration

Desirable

• Non - Medical Prescribing Qualification or the willingness to work towards this
• First Contact Course

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

First 4 Health Group - Stratford Village Surgery

Address

E7 Health

121 Woodgrange Road

Forest Gate

London

E7 0EP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.first4healthgroup.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting documents for the full Job Description outlining core responsibilities.

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Are passionate about excellent patient care
• Enjoy innovation and problem-solving
• Are open to new ways of working in Primary Care
• Want to influence and improve service delivery
• Value teamwork, mentorship, and professional growth

If you are seeking a rewarding and career-advancing opportunity within a supportive, forward-thinking partnership, we would love to hear from you.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Vaccinations: Full Hep B history, titre levels/boosters, MMR and Varicella status required
• Right to work: Proof of UK eligibility required at interview
• References: Two references required, one from your current or most recent employer
• Employment history: Please declare any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more.
• Performers List: Applicants must be eligible for inclusion.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Pleasant and supportive personality.
• Ability to perform well under pressure.
• Smart appearance.
• Resourceful.
• Flexible & Adaptable approach to work including being available to provide cover as required.

Knowledge

Essential

• Eligible to practise independently as a GP in the UK.
• Understanding of the GMS contract and QOF.
• Awareness of GP commissioning and patient choice.
• Understanding of multidisciplinary teams and ARRS roles.
• Interest in medical education and/or GP training (desirable).

Skills

Essential

• IT skills (MS Office, Internet etc) able to competently use all basic IT software.
• IT skills (Use of Clinical Systems) experienced in use of a primary care clinical software system, preferably SystmOne and other remote consultation technology.
• IT skills (systems and software) able to independently problem solve to enable effective remote working and minimise disruption to working day.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Time Management.

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration.
• CCST in Primary Care (UK).
• Eligible to work in the UK.
• On the UK GP Performers List.
• MRCGP (desirable).
• Full UK driving licence / access to a vehicle.

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

Modality Partnership

Address

Smethwick Medical Centre

Regent Street

SMETHWICK

West Midlands

B66 3BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning and provision of specialist diabetes nursing advice by delivering diabetes care to adult patients in local GP practices in West Kent
• Work closely with acute Trust colleagues to reduce the length of stay and help reduce readmission rates by organising appropriate follow up care upon discharge
• Work with acute Trust colleagues to avoid unnecessary admissions wherever possible by developing suitable management plans and providing patient education and support to effectively manage their own condition
• Deliver diabetes clinics in GP practices across West Kent through a combination of patient face to face and virtual clinics dependent on the needs of the patient
• The Diabetes Specialist Nurses will work with Practice Nurses to support the running of local nurse-led spoke clinics across the Primary care networks

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 1 NMC Adult Registered Nurse
• Relevant post registration qualification
• One of the below qualifications as a minimum:-
• Diabetes Diploma/Certificate
• Teaching qualification or equivalent expert experience

Desirable

• Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake
• Counselling qualification or willingness to undertake
• Non-Medical Independent Prescriber/ Willingness to undertake.
• DAFNE qualification

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience
• Extensive knowledge of diabetes having previous experience in a DSN or a practice nurse role with experience running Diabetes clinics independently

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

West Kent Primary Care

Address

Maidstone Road

Pembury

Tunbridge Wells

Kent

TN2 4TA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You should refer to the supporting documents for a full JD outlining core responsibilities.

You will thrive if you enjoy a challenge of learning new skills, embracing new technologies including automation, helping patients, managing information efficiently, and enhancing IT skills with MS Word, Outlook, Excel, clinical systems and other systems.

If you are seeking a challenging, rewarding role in a growing, supportive team, wed love to hear from you.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.

Pre-employment Requirements:

Vaccinations: Mandatory for certain roles and there may be a delay to start dates where they are not provided; we provide guidance and support to manage individual and environmental risks.

Right to work: Proof of UK working eligibility required at interview.

References: Two references required, one of which must be your current/most recent employer and reference checks must cover at least the past three years of employment or training.

Employment history: Please notify us of any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Customer service orientation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and organisational ability
• Tolerance to fast pace working retaining professionalism to be able to support patients appropriately
• Computer literate and adaptable in line with new ways of working Problem-analysis and problem-solving
• Administrative and organisational skills
• Ability to follow policies, practices and protocols

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Confident, welcoming, professional, empathetic
• Team player with a professional manner and appearance
• Tactful, discreet, and proactive
• Adaptable to taking on new skills and challenges
• Flexible and responsive to new practices and working hours

Knowledge

Essential

• Customer service principles and practices
• Basic medical terminology
• Reception protocols and call handling preferred but not essential
• NHS / Clinical systems / MS Office applications
• Previous experience in NHS/general practice preferred but not essential
• Previous call-handling experience preferred but not essential

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

Modality Partnership

Address

Haydock Medical Centre

Woodside Road

St Helens

WA11 0NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Dispenser or Trainee Dispenser to join our friendly dispensing team. Experience in a dispensing environment is desirable; however, comprehensive training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

This varied role combines patient interaction, dispensing duties, stock management and medicines governance. You will play an important role in ensuring patients receive safe, accurate and timely access to their medication while working closely with clinicians and colleagues across the practice.

The successful candidate will be organised, detail-focused and committed to providing excellent patient care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education, including GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 or above or equivalent and GCSE English grade C/4 or above or equivalent.

Desirable

• NVQ2 Pharmacy Service Skills qualification
• ECDL or CLAIT qualification

Experience

Essential

• The successful candidate will be able to describe experience of being respectful to colleagues and customers alike, as well as being empathetic, patient and an active listener.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritise are essential.

Desirable

• Experience in a customer or patient-facing role would be an advantage.

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

Redlands Primary Care

Address

Redlands Primary Care

The Surgery, The Bury

Thorverton

EXETER

EX5 5NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You should refer to the supporting documents for a full Job Description outlining the core responsibilities of this role.

You will thrive in this role if you enjoy working with patients, their families and carers, collaborating with healthcare professionals, identifying opportunities for improvement, and contributing to innovative ways of working within Primary Care.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to service improvement, business planning, and the delivery of high-quality medicines-related services.

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding role within a growing, supportive team and want to contribute to positive change across Primary Care, wed love to hear from you.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.

Pre-employment Requirements

Vaccinations: As part of recruitment to Modality Partnership, we will check the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks. We will offer support to those who may be undecided about vaccinations. Some vaccinations for certain roles are mandatory, and you will be asked to provide evidence where there is a mandatory requirement.

Right to work: All applicants invited for interview will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK at the interview stage.

References: Two references will be required prior to beginning employment, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.

Employment history: You must notify us of any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional approach to work
• Comfortable using judgement to take decisions on own initiative
• Self-starter, able to work unsupervised and on own initiative, with the ability to prioritise own workload and multitask
• Courteous and effective when dealing with people
• Able to exchange information in a tactful and appropriate manner
• Good telephone manner
• Strong team player
• Smart appearance

Knowledge

Essential

• Educated to NVQ3 or above or equivalent experience
• Proficient in MS applications including Outlook, Excel and Word, and other related software packages
• Good understanding of the General Practice prescribing environment, including interaction with other NHS organisations and third parties
• Understanding of how General Practice relates to the wider healthcare system
• Awareness of the importance of innovation in healthcare and the evolving landscape of Primary Care
• Basic Medical Terminology

Skills

Essential

• Ability to lead, motivate and inspire team members
• Good written and listening and verbal communication skills
• Excellent team-working and customer service skills
• Able to deal effectively with difficult situations and challenging behaviour
• Ability to coach, mentor and facilitate learning
• Ability to work well under pressure and to tight timescales
• Ability to problem-solve innovatively and creatively, thinking outside the box to identify solutions and improvements
• Ability to follow policies, practices and protocols

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

Modality Partnership

Address

The Jenner Practice

201 Stanstead Road

London

SE23 1HU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Drs. Sinha, Folorunsho, Wilson & Kumar

Kingsway Medical Centre, Kingsway, Billingham, Cleveland, TS23 2LS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Medical Receptionist

Reports to: Reception Team Leader/Practice Manager

Location: Kingsway Medical Centre, Billingham

Job Summary

The medical reception team are the first point of contact and represent the practice whether on the telephone or face to face; the receptionist must respond in a friendly, helpful and professional manner at all times. To provide administrative assistance to the practice team and carry out a variety of administrative tasks unique to general practice.

Main duties of Receptionist role:

Care navigation/signpost patients to the most appropriate service

Ensure all telephone calls are answered in a timely manner.

Manage appointment requests telephone/F2F/e.consultations/home visits

Ensure efficient processing of pathology samples from safe collection to distribution of results internally and accurately notifying patients of the results.

Action requests for repeat prescriptions on the clinical computer system according to the prescribing protocol and ensure that they are ready for collection by the patient within 48 hours.

Manage communication into the practice, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate action.

Scanning of patient related documentation and attaching scanned documents to patients' healthcare records

Promote health campaigns to appropriate high-risk patients i.e., the annual flu vaccination campaign

Involvement in patient recall

Open and secure premises.

Chaperone duties

COMPETENCIES

An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality

Keep up to date with and apply practice policies, standards and guidelines.

To attend any required training

To work flexibly within the practice opening hours as directed by the Reception Team Leader/Practice Manager

To carry out other duties appropriate to the position of Medical Receptionist

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Proven customer service skills in direct contact with public
• Experience of working in a team
• Experience of working on own initiative

Desirable

• Experience of dealing with people in a health and social care setting
• Six months experience as a Medical receptionist in a general practice
• Experience of using a medical software i.e., SystmOne
• Experience of signposting or care navigation
• Experience of eRD
• Experience of EPS

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Desirable

• Amspar Medical Receptionist Certificate

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

Kingsway Medical Centre

Address

Kingsway Medical Centre

Kingsway

Billingham

Cleveland

TS23 2LS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Supporting Documents section to access the full Job Description and Person Specification. If you have further queries please do not hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details at the top the page.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

*Please note that the set Interview Date has been added as guidance and may be subject to change. *

Person Specification

Skills and experience

Essential

• Proven track record in high risk obstetrics and high risk caesarean sections
• Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent), ILETS, or graduate of a UK Medical School

Desirable

• Experience in conducting Maternal Medicine/ Joint diabetic ANC

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• CCT or equivalent in obstetrics and gynaecology
• ATSM advanced labour ward practice
• Further ATSM in either obstetrics or gynaecology
• MRCOG part 2/3

Desirable

• ATSM in Maternal Medicine

Clinical governance

Essential

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital

St Peter's Road

Margate

CT9 4AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants should be on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of obtaining CCT at the point of interview. Candidates should be suitably qualified, including eligibility for Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status.

This is a substantive 8 sessions post however we would be happy to consider applicants available on a full time basis.

You will have your own office space and will be supported by a medical assistant and/or medical secretary.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.

Please note we can not sponsor GMC for this role.

Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received.

For a discussion about the role (in confidence) or visits please contact:

Name: Dr Suzy Guirguis

Tel: 07711292879

Email: [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• MBBS (or equivalent)
• Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT
• Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983
• Approved Clinician Status

Desirable

• MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
• Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
• Has undergone training in educational supervision
• Has undergone training in appraisal

Knowledge

Essential

• Up to date knowledge in the field of Psychiatry
• Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation

Desirable

• An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies

Experience

Essential

• Experience of multidisciplinary team working
• Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings
• Experience of Clinical Audit

Desirable

• Experience in multiagency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies
• Experience in service management or development

Skills

Essential

• High level of clinical skills
• Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in Adult Psychiatry
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent teaching skills
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner

Desirable

• Established record of clinical leadership
• Established ability as a clinical teacher
• Training in specific and relevant treatment skills eg a brief form of psychological therapy.

Personal Characteristics

Essential

• Able to sustain self and support others
• Trustworthiness
• Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post
• Maturity, openness and flexibility

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Palmers Community Hospital

Jarrow

NE32 3UX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

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

Communication

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

Governance

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

Career Long Learning, Education and Research

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

Limits of Authority and Problem Solving

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

Professionalism

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

Health and Safety

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

Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience

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

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities

Essential

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

Personal Qualities

Essential

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

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Knowledge

Essential

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

Desirable

• Podium and/or poster presentations at conferences

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Children's Trust

Address

The Childrens Trust

Tadworth Court

Tadworth

Surrey

KT20 5RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Community Staff Nurse you will deliver a high quality service, working closely with GPs and multi-disciplinary teams in addressing a range of care issues across the spectrum of health conditions, and preventing avoidable hospital admissions. We provide wound care, palliative and end of life care, leg ulcer management, continence and catheter care, management and administration of injections such as insulin and B12.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• qualified nurse
• community experience
• mentorship

Experience

Essential

• post qualifying experience
• exposure to community nursing

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rural DN team - East Staffs

lakeside business park/ short lane barton

Barton/Draycott

DE13 8LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail, please read the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.

The successful candidate will support Cancer Pharmacy services through a dual operational and governance-focused role, contributing to SACT protocol management, electronic prescribing system support.

They will be expected to work independently within their scope of practice, manage competing priorities, support the daily operational rota, assist with training and competency development, and contribute to audits, key performance indicators, quality improvement and service development.

The ideal candidate will have hospital pharmacy experience, GPhC registration, accredited medicines management and checking technician qualifications, and experience of supporting training, SOP development, audit or multidisciplinary working. Experience in cancer care, aseptic services, PIPC, PAAP, data analysis or report writing would be desirable

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Pharmaceutical Science and BTEC in Pharmacy Services
• Registration to The General Pharmaceutical Council
• Accredited Pre and In-Process checking within Aseptic Services (PIPC)
• Accredited Medicines Management Technician

Desirable

• APTUK member
• Leadership qualification
• Accredited Product Approval Accreditation Programme (PAAP)
• Pre and In-Process Checking (PIPC)

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post qualified hospital aseptic pharmacy experience
• Experience of education & training or mentoring of pharmacy staff
• Experience of developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures
• Experience of multidisciplinary and/or collaborative working
• Good IT skills (MS word, MS Excel, internet and email)
• Experience of undertaking audits, data collection

Desirable

• Supervisory and appraisal experience
• Experience of data analysis and writing reports
• Experience of producing memos/alerts/newsletters
• Experience of delivering training presentations
• Experience of working in cancer care

Technical Skills

Essential

• Neat, accurate, numerate
• Good IT skills (MS word, MS Excel, internet and email)
• Able to prioritise work /time management
• Good organisational skills (self and others)
• Logical approach to problem solving &Demonstrates initiative
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills - able to liaise confidently with patients, consultants, prescribers, nurses, colleagues and other healthcare staff
• Good analytical and evaluative skills

Desirable

• Familiarity with JAC/WellSky pharmacy computer system
• Extracting and applying information
• Familiarity with Mosaiq or any electronic prescribing program
• Experience procuring RTA and patient-specific SACT medicines in collaboration

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of standards required within NHS section 10 aseptic service
• Good understanding of pharmacy law and ethics, roles and responsibilities

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole Hospital

Longfleet Road

Poole

BH15 2JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Demonstrate clinical expertise in the delivery of direct nursing care: co-ordinating and monitoring the care of living donor patients, acting as a role model to the nursing and wider MDT and demonstrating partnership with patients and their carers.

Work autonomously as well as within a multidisciplinary team to provide assessment of patients who come forward for living donation. This involves requesting and the follow up of blood tests and investigations, history taking and physical assessment.

Liaise with referral centres to ensure patients work up pathway is seamless and all relevant clinicians are communicated to effectively.

Plan and manage complete episodes of care, working in partnership with others, delegating and referring as appropriate to optimize health outcomes and resource use, providing direct support to patients.

Ensure the effective delivery of a high standard of nursing care for all patients within the nursing team by providing clinical leadership, direction, supervision and maintaining effective systems of work.

• Provide triage and management of acute patient enquiries via telephone advice line.
• Practice a high standard of communication including highly sensitive and complex information to develop and sustain partnership working with individuals, groups, communities and agencies. Utilise evidence based information through a variety of communication media.
• Promote a high standard of specialist nursing by initiating and co-ordinating the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of the holistic needs of patients/families through evidence based practice following agreed policies, protocols and guidelines.

Participate in the transplant recipient co-ordination on-call, including working weekends and bank holidays.

Adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct at all times and practice within the NMC Scope of Professional Practice.

Management

Monitor and plan in advance the workload of the living donor nursing team, ensuring that it is adequately resourced; co-ordinate and ensure allocation of patients.

Proactively recognise and respond to factors which impinge upon staff morale and standards of care, liaising with the Deputy Matron as appropriate.

Facilitate regular and effective appraisals for the band 6 within the team and support appropriate training and development opportunities in line with role requirements, departmental objectives.

Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop a shared vision of the service.

Network locally, regionally, nationally and internationally and seek opportunities to develop the programme.

Act as a role model and resource in expert clinical evidence based practice.

Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop effective documentation, pathways, protocols and guidelines for care. Demonstrate a commitment to share expertise and disseminate information.

Participate in implementing national standards and frameworks at a local level.

Use effective change management skills to initiate and implement service and practice development, making best use of resources to improve practice and health outcomes.

Have an understanding of budgetary constraints and may be required to manage budgets.

Use effective change management skills to initiate and implement service and practice development, making the best use of resources to improve practice and health outcomes.

Have active involvement/lead where appropriate in the recruitment process including the selection and appointment of new staff

Maintain involvement and active input in multidisciplinary meetings and appropriate local bodies / forums to contribute to practice and service development

Education/Training:

Maintain, advance and develop personal theoretical knowledge, high standards of clinical competence and professional development through ongoing self-education and attendance at relevant courses of study.

Develop and maintain a peer network of support, information and learning with other nurse specialists at a local and National level.

Maintain own professional portfolio.

Contribute to the development of specialist nursing knowledge and skills to enhance and extend the practice of other nurses and health care professionals within the service.

Identify and address the educational needs of patients, families, carers and staff involved in the delivery of this service.

Contribute to the teaching and support of students from the multi professional team within relevant educational programmes.

Provide an appropriate learning environment, including mentorship, coaching and preceptorship.

Organise and contribute to relevant educational programmes and in house study days.

Develop and maintain a peer network of support, information and learning with other nurse specialists at a local and National level.

Improving quality and developing practice:

• Coordinate and participate in ongoing service review and evaluation, including monitoring of patient experience.

• Participate in research / audit to generate new evidence in area of speciality.
• Evaluate clinical practice in relation to its evidence base and clinical effectiveness.
• Identify areas of risk and poor quality, and address these through appropriate governance structures and forums.

• Participate and actively seek peer review in practice.
• Have responsibility to ensure annual appraisal, agree objectives which reflect local and national service needs and develop personal development plans.
• Develop personal and professional knowledge through critical self-appraisal, clinical supervision and networking with other health care professionals locally, nationally and internationally.
• Advocate and contribute to a working environment that promotes continuous learning and development, evidence based practice and succession planning, as well as identifying learning opportunities at local and national levels.
• Have a high level of communication skills to enable the participation in the dissemination of practice through conferences and professional publications.
• Ensure statutory and mandatory training updates, as well as role /speciality updates are completed and necessary records maintained.

Person Specification

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Minimum 3 years Transplant 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

Churchill Hospital

Oxford

OX3 7LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants should be on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of obtaining CCT at the point of interview. Candidates should be suitably qualified, including eligibility for Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status.

This is a 10 PA Consultant post in Sunderland Older Adult Community CTT.

The Consultant in post will work closely with the community team which is made up of core located members of the local authority and Northumberland Tyne and Wear foundation trust. The post holder will provide senior expertise in assessment and treatment of older adults with psychiatric, behavioural problems related to mental health difficulties. The post holder will work closely with our colleagues in primary care, crisis team and inpatient unit.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.

As an added bonus, the Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks, ancient heritage sites and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links. The area is predominantly rural and contains the Lake District National Park which is considered one of Englands finest areas of natural beauty.

Please note we can not sponsor GMC for this role.

Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• MBBS (or equivalent)
• Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT
• Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983
• Approved Clinician Status

Desirable

• MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
• Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
• Has undergone training in educational supervision
• Has undergone training in appraisal

Knowledge

Essential

• Up to date knowledge in the field of Psychiatry
• Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation

Desirable

• An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies

Experience

Essential

• Experience of multidisciplinary team working
• Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings
• Experience of Clinical Audit

Desirable

• Experience in multiagency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies
• Experience in service management or development

Skills

Essential

• High level of clinical skills
• Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in Adult Psychiatry
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent teaching skills
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner

Desirable

• Established record of clinical leadership
• Established ability as a clinical teacher
• Training in specific and relevant treatment skills eg a brief form of psychological therapy

Personal Characteristics

Essential

• Able to sustain self and support others
• Trustworthiness
• Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post
• Maturity, openness and flexibility

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Monkwearmouth Hospital

Sunderland

SR5 1NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Duties & Areas of Responsibility

Clinical Role

To provide general and specific health screening to the practice population, in line with agreed protocols and reference to the General Practitioner, where necessary.

Make professionally autonomous decisions for which they are accountable and provide safe, evidence based patient care.

Be responsible for managing clinics and carrying out associated tasks including the following: Cytology, travel vaccinations, ECGs, peak flow readings, venepuncture, management of long term conditions, routine, travel and childhood immunisations, chaperoning patients who are being examined by another clinician, urine testing, dietary advice, anaphylaxis and CPR.

Make appropriate referrals to other members of the primary, community and secondary care teams.

Deliver specialist primary nurse led service, including chronic disease management (including for all areas of QOF, the requirements of the Universal offer and the standard PCN direct enhanced service).

Administer child and adult immunisations and vaccinations in accordance with national and local programmes. Be competent in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques. Ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposals of vaccines and drugs and that adequate stock levels are maintained

Provide support and chaperoning to the doctors for minor surgery, specialist contraception and other procedures.

Promote health and well being, giving general education advice on diet, contraception, smoking chronic disease management, exercise etc

Contribute to the practice achieving its GMS contract obligations including quality, organisational and access targets. Working within the requirements of the CQC.

Maintain accurate records according to NMC rules.

Ensure all data protection requirements are met when gathering, recording and storing patient data.

Liaise and maintain good working relationships with all members of the practice team.

Be flexible and provide clinical cover for sessions in extended hours and contribute towards meeting the extended access requirements.

Teaching & Mentoring Role

Promote a learning environment for patients, nurses and other health professionals.

To mentor nursing associates and Healthcare Assistants

Ensure that health updates, alerts, policies and relevant newsletters are accessed and acted on, where necessary.

Professional Role

Attend and contribute to relevant internal and external meetings as required including practice clinical meetings, nurse team meetings and clinical supervision meetings.

Promote evidence based practice through use of the latest research based guidelines.

Monitor the effectiveness or their own clinical practice through quality assurance strategies such as the use of peer audit and review.

Maintain professional registration.

Work within the latest NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

Work collaboratively with colleagues both internally and externally.

Leadership

Develop and keep protocols and procedures up to date, based on up to date guidance and regulations.

Participate in audits and inspections as required.

As part of the nursing team ensure all appropriate practice policies are fully implemented.

Promotes effective communication, relationships and team working within the practice.

Provides clinical educational advice to support development of the team and range of services provided.

Partake in clinical supervision for own development purposes and in order to develop the nursing staff.

Health and Safety

Be aware of national standards for infection controls standard and follow best practice guidelines.

Responsible for the correct and safe management of handling specimens and handling and disposing of sharps.

Keeping own work areas and patient areas clean and sterile.

Follow waste management and spillage procedures.

Demonstrate due regard for the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults.

Any other duties which are appropriate to the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• At least 3 years experience as a practice nurse
• Able to be instrumental in ensuring standards are met eg infection control, cold chain etc

Desirable

• Experiences of supporting team members
• Experience of working to protocols and procedures

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified to degree level - RGN level 1

Desirable

• Cytology
• Childhood immunisations
• Diabetes and respiratory training

Personal qualities

Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively Understands and committed to a caring approach.
• Good team player
• Adaptable to change and able to reflect and act constructively to feedback.
• Flexible to meet the needs of the practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Hollies Medical Practice

Address

Tamworth Health Centre

Upper Gungate

Tamworth

Staffs

B79 7EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The post holder will aim to deliver high quality care with the help of the existing surgical team.
• The post holder will share in administrative duties allocated by mutual agreement within the Directorate.
• The post holder will participate in the weekly-on-call system of care.
• The post holder will observe and comply with clinical and non-clinical policies and procedures (including local and national employment and personnel policies) agreed with employees and management.
• The post holder will be closely involved in clinical audit and other clinical governance issues.

Person Specification

ATTAINMENTS

Essential

• MBChB or equivalent
• MRCS or equivalent
• Full registration with the GMC and a licence to practise

Desirable

• Postgraduate thesis

TRAINING

Essential

• Ability to offer clinical opinion on a range of problems both emergency and elective within the speciality
• Expertise in general surgery and/or HPB
• Sufficient experience to join the general surgery on call rota

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Knowledge of evidence based practice
• Evidence of teaching
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation

Desirable

• Publications in refereed journals
• Commitment to ongoing research and involvement in clinical trials

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

East Lancashire Hospitals

Haslingden Road

East Lancashire

BB2 3HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Administration

• To have a thorough knowledge of all Practice procedures.
• To work in accordance of written protocols
• Pulling/filing notes for surgeries and update as necessary
• Filing post in medical records
• Fax and photocopy as requested
• Generating repeat prescription requests

Reception

• Receiving patients consulting with members of Practice team
• Handing completed repeat prescriptions to patient and checking names and address.
• Be able to cover all reception position as necessary
• Answering telephone calls in a professional manner
• Meeting and greeting patients that come to reception

Appointments

• Process appointment requests for today and future appointments from patients by telephone and in person.
• Deal with visits requests

Computer

• Registrations of new patients computer data entry and medical records.
• Process patients change of address computer data and medical records (have knowledge of Practice area.
• Booking, cancelling and changing appointments.
• Process repeat prescription request in accordance with Practice guidelines.
• Scanning medical records
• Actioning pathology test results

Telephone

• Have working knowledge of telephone system, during and after hours.
• Answering the telephone in a professional manner.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within in Primary Care

Desirable

• Experience of working within a GP practice and using EMIS clinical system

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs 5-9 in English and Maths at least

Desirable

• NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care

Flexibility

Essential

• This is a 16hr contract and the shifts are between 8am-8pm Mon-Fri. However, you must be flexible to cover sickness and annual leave and also some Saturdays during the winter months. Please do not apply if you cannot be flexible during these times.

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

Dr Khuroo's Practice

Address

Stockland Green Health Centre

192 Reservoir Road, Erdington

Birmingham

West Midlands

B23 6DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc/ Pre- Reg MSc/ Grad. Dip. in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• CSP member

Experience

Essential

• Completed core medical respiratory and / or surgical ward or Critical Care rotations at Band 5 level or respiratory placements as a student
• Knowledge of common cardiac & respiratory conditions and treatment options
• Able to demonstrate basic clinical reasoning
• Demonstrable proactive interest in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy
• Ability to assess basic conditions, plan & implement non-complex treatments
• Ability to work independently and prioritise own workload and develop autonomous practice with support.
• Awareness of safe therapeutic handling.
• Demonstrate good communication skills, including verbal, non-verbal, written and listening
• Ability to be a team player
• Ability to work under pressure with support.
• Ability to problem-solve and make decisions.
• Demonstrate experience of teaching and presentation skills.
• Awareness of audit, service improvement or research projects.

Desirable

• Experience of weekend working.
• Experience of mentoring students or non-registered staff
• Has undertaken relevant CPD in respiratory field.
• Awareness of NHS priorities/AHP issues and initiatives
• Awareness of current cardiorespiratory evidence base and guidelines

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Evidence ability to uphold the Trust's values Compassion Excellence Collaboration.
• Genuine interest in working at Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
• Highly motivated and committed to personal development and service improvement.
• Able to demonstrate professionalism, resilience and reflection.
• Ability to undertake manual handling tasks.
• Ability to work flexibly in an enhanced seven day service including on-call, and late shifts.

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

Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Papworth Hospital

Papworth Road

Cambridge Bio Medical Campus

Cambridge

CB2 0AY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://royalpapworth.nhs.uk/working-here (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.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK

Please note that from 9th April 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills with multi-disciplinary team/client/relatives
• Demonstrate an understanding of Equality and Diversity in the workplace
• Demonstrate self motivation and the ability to progress
• Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required and good attendance
• Precise and methodical in working practice and able to work under own initiative

Desirable

• Provide evidence of supervision of students
• Provide evidence of understanding of clinical governance/risk assessment
• Experience of team building and leadership

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse, ODP with HCPC with current registration/or student pending registration
• Up to date knowledge of professional issues
• Computer literate

Desirable

• Evidence of attendance at relevant mandatory study days
• Evidence of specialised qualifications, competencies in relation to theatre practice

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in acute hospital environment
• Previous experience during training in Theatres

Desirable

• Demonstrate evidence of research based practice
• Demonstrate evidence of departmental management under supervision

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

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Full job description is attached which lists all the main duties of the role and working environment. You can also find the person specification within the Job Description

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Essential

• Qualifications in JD

Desirable

• Years of Experience

Skills

Essential

• Advanced specialist Skills

Desirable

• Effective communication

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital, Brunel Building

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

Clinical Responsibilities

In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/her-self available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery/telephone consultations, on-call duties, queries, occasional visits, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork, medical reports and correspondence in a timely fashion.

Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation

Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems

Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health

Providing counselling and health education

Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate

Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards

Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions whilst consulting and signing off on EPR

Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate

Contributing to the attainment of all quality indicators (QoF) and any local or national initiative that the practice takes part in

In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal clinical duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other Responsibilities within the Organisation

Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, eg prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety

A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice

Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation

Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records

Contributing to the Read-Coding of patient data to ensure the patient record is accurate and complete.

Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate. Included in this is any mandatory internal and external training required.

. Following all the protocols and policies as listed on our inhouse Teamnet platform, which includes all training required and useful topic pages to assist in your pathways of patients.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Registered
• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• Inclusion on the Performers List
• MPS/MDUS/MDDUS membership
• DBS Enhanced Check

Experience

Essential

• Worked with in a GP Practice/Under GP training Scheme

Desirable

• Wide range of clinical experience

Ability/Skills

Essential

• *Able to demonstrate clinical ability and work independently, but willing to seek timely assistance from colleagues when appropriate.
• *Good communication skills on all levels.
• *Capacity to adjust behaviour & language as appropriate to needs of differing situations.
• *Able to establish good working relationships with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• *Contribute to/participate in peer support group.
• *Capacity to organise information/time effectively in a planned manner.
• *Capacity to recognise own limitations and develop appropriate coping mechanisms.

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

Village Surgery

Address

Gillet Road

Talbot Village

Poole

Dorset

BH12 5BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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