Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will, together with colleagues, be responsible for the provision of ophthalmic services to the Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust to include:

• Diagnosis and treatment of patients in face to face medical retina clinics and virtual review of those from image-capture clinics. .
• Treatment of patients by the use of laser procedures.
• Treatment of patients such as patients with AMD, DMO and Retinal vein occlusion by the use of intravitreal injection.
• To cover eye emergency at least once per week.
• To take part in the registrar on call rota.
• Potential access to a theatre list (dependant on previous operating experience

For further details / informal visits contact:

For further information please see attached job description, which includes the proposed timetable, or contact any of the following medical retina consultants.

Mr Nigel Davies, MR Consultant, [email protected]

Mr Moin Mohamed, MR Consultant, [email protected]

Ms Samantha Mann, MR Consultant, [email protected]

*** Please be advised that this vacancy may close early should we receive a sufficient number of applications ***

Person Specification

Essential criteria

Essential

• Full GMC Registration and hold a licence to practise
• Comprehensive clinical experience in ophthalmology
• Sufficient clinical experience in the treatment of patients in medical retina at clinical fellow level.

Desirable

• Post CCT

Essential criteria

Essential

• Experience in performing intravitreal injections.

Essential criteria

Essential

• Experience of performing laser procedures.

Essential criteria

Essential

• Experience in treating patients in eye casualty.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team
• Evidence of understanding of the role of clinical management
• Evidence of understanding of and adherence to the principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the General Medical Council
• Evidence of contribution to effective clinical audit and clinical risk management

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

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

London

London

SE1 7EH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job description

Job title: Salaried GP

Line manager: Practice Manager

Accountable to: The Partners - Clinically, Practice Manager Administratively

Job summary. To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract. Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

1 Primary Responsibilities

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

The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract

Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

Effective management of long-term conditions

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

Any private work done during the working day i.e. PMAs, medical reports, will be carried as part of normal duties and all fees received for such remain the property of the Practice

In accordance with the practice timetable, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, video consultations, telephone consultations and queries, covering urgent care duties and visiting patients at home

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

Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

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

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

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

Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR

Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

Prepare and complete the revalidation process

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

Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines

Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times

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

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

2 Secondary Responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to:

Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead

Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA)

3 Review of this Job Description

This document may be amended following consultation with the post holder, to facilitate the development of the role, the practice and the individual. All personnel should be prepared to accept additional, or surrender existing duties, to enable the efficient running of the practice.

General Information

All staff at The Nile Practice have a duty to conform to the following:

4 Confidentiality

The post holder will maintain appropriate confidentiality of information relating to the Practice, individuals and patient information. The post holder will be expected to comply with all aspects of the GDPR and other current legislation.

5 Equality & Diversity

The Nile Practice is committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all staff and for those who access our services. You must work in accordance with equal opportunities policies/procedures and promote the equality and diversity agenda of the Practice.

6 Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infection

The post holder is expected to comply with Practice Infection Control Policies and conduct themselves at all times in such a manner as to minimise the risk of healthcare associated infection.

7 Quality & Continuous Improvement (CI)

To preserve and improve the quality of our output, all personnel are required to think not only of what they do, but how they achieve it. By continually re-examining our processes, we will be able to develop and improve the overall effectiveness of the way we work. The responsibility for this rests with everyone working within the practice to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice.

This practice continually strives to improve work processes which deliver health care with improved results across all areas of our service provision. We promote a culture of continuous improvement, where everyone counts and staff are permitted to make suggestions and contributions to improve our service delivery and enhance patient care.

8 Records Management

The post holder has responsibility for the timely and accurate creation, maintenance and storage of records in accordance with Practice policy, including email documents and with regard to the GDPR, The Freedom of Information Act and any other relevant statutory requirements.

9 Risk Management / Health & Safety

The Nile Practice committed to supporting and promoting opportunities to for staff to maintain their health, well-being and safety. You have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for you, your team and others, and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements. All personnel are to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Environment Act 1995, Fire Precautions (workplace) Regulations 1999 and other statutory legislation.

10 Safeguarding

The practice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share its commitment.

11 Security

The security of the practice is the responsibility of all personnel. Staff must ensure they remain vigilant at all times and report any suspicious activity immediately to their line manager. Under no circumstances are staff to share the codes for the door locks to anyone and are to ensure that restricted areas remain effectively secured.

12 Service Implementation/Improvement

Assist with safeguarding for both children and vulnerable adults using local guidance and referral criteria

Understand basic legal and communication issues regarding child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance misuse and addictive behaviour

Contribute new ideas to improve patient care

Work with the practice to ensure targets are met

Smoking - the Practice operates a non-smoking policy. Employees are not permitted to smoke or use e-cigarettes anywhere within the premises of the Practice or when outside on official business.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications
• Essential
• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
• General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Full GMC Registration
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
• National Performers List registration
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of CCG initiatives
• General understanding of the GMS contract

Essential Criteria

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.
• UK Registration
• Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website

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 Nile Practice

Address

High Street

Cheslyn Hay

Walsall

WS6 7AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Overview

Can you demonstrate our values of Trust Respect, Integrity and Compassion? If so read on and take a look at the opportunity below……

We are now seeking to recruit Consultant Psychiatrists to join our CAMHS Outpatient team Community mental health services on a full time or part time basis. We are really pleased that you are seeking a career at LPT, you will work in partnership with members of well-established multi-disciplinary teams, both operationally and strategically to drive forward innovation delivering the best effective care for our patients.

Every opportunity will be given to encourage personal initiatives, research, specialist interests, teaching, training, management, and leadership, as well as arears of professional specialist interest you may have.

Applications are invited from registered medical practitioners, who have or are eligible for, a CCT or an equivalent approved indicator of training and eligible for entry onto the Specialist Register within six months of the interview date.

As an employer we offer:

• Protected time for research/special clinical interest
• Relocation Expenses – a removal expenses package may be payable up to £8000

• Access to funds to support CPD/Study leave allowance (30 days over 3 years with a budget of £1000)

• Agile working with ICT support

• Staff Benefits including NHS Pension, childcare vouchers, a salary sacrifice scheme, discount schemes, cycle to work and lease car schemes.

• Staff health and wellbeing, subsidised gym membership and other wellbeing support

Informal visits and enquiries are welcomed.

Contact Details: Dr Bala Nambi - [email protected]

Job Description Summary (Main duties and responsibilities)

We want a Consultant Psychiatrist who can

• Deliver the highest quality of clinical care to our patents and carers

The post holder will be required to work in partnership at both strategic and operational levels with relevant and external stakeholders. The post holder will need to ensure that people who use services, carers and advocates are treated with respect and dignity

Provide excellent clinical leadership and actively develop your team along with expert advice to our hospital and community specialists, managers and directors on what is needed to deliver excellent care and future strategic directions.

The Consultant has a continuing responsibility for the care of patients and for the proper functioning of the department. The consultant will liaise with the General Practitioners, hospital and community specialists and other agencies wherever relevant.

A specimen timetable illustrating how the consultant timetable may be arranged within the current framework can be found in the attached job description. You will engage with the development of your Job Plan.

Main Duties of the job (NHS Jobs tab)

The post would appeal to anyone who has an established interest in Mental Health Services for CAMHS Outpatient team. You will need to ensure that people who use services, carers and advocates are treated with respect and dignity. Please refer to the job description and person specification to support your application to this post. Refer to the essential and desirable criteria when outlining the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application.

We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible.

About Us

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups.

Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents.

We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy.

For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy).

All jobs will require permission to work in the UK.

For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started.

Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications:
• MB BS or equivalent medical qualification
• MRC Psych or equivalent
• Eligibility:
• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practice at the time of appointment.
• Included on the GMC Specialist Register or equivalent within 6 months of the interview date (CCT/Portfolio pathway) Subspecialty Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
• Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
• Approved under S12 OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment

Desirable

• Qualifications:
• Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management
• Additional clinical qualifications
• Eligibility:
• In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice

Experience

Essential

• Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
• Clinical expertise in specialty / sub specialty
• Excellence clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Academic skills & Lifelong Learning:
• Participated in continuous professional development
• Participated in research or service evaluation
• Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
• Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes
• Contractual requirements:
• Able to undertake on call duties
• Able to undertake work in the community and travel to LPT sites

Desirable

• Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
• Wide range of specialist and sub specialist experience within NHS or comparable service
• Academic skills & Lifelong Learning:
• Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations, publications

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

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

The Valentine Centre,

Gorse Hill Hospital, Anstey Lane

Leicester

Leicestershire

LE7 7GX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Consultant in Audiovestibular MedicineGrade: Medical & Dental Consultant Substantive: 2 x 6PA PostsContract: SubstantiveDepartment: Specialty MedicineReports To: Clinical Lead for AVMAccountable To: Clinical DirectorSite: St Helier and EpsomHours of work(p/w): 6PAs (24 hours per week)Post DescriptionWe are recruiting 2 part time , 6PA consultants in Audiovestibular Medicine, they will be joining theexisting consultants in this area based St Helier Hospital. The work as a consultantis mainly carried out on the St Helier Site with some sessions which may be held at EpsomHospital. The service represents a modernisation of audiovestibular pathways andconsultants closely with other trust specialists. This service is strongly supported andresourced by the Trust.Audiovestibular Model of Care at Epsom and St Helier University HospitalsTrustAudiovestibular medicine (AVM) has been established in the Trust since 1989. It ispart of the Department of Audiology. There are 6 consultants in the department andone specialist registrar who is on the Pan-Thames Specialist Registrar rotation. Theservice is well received and supported by local general practitioners and the majorityof the referrals received come from GPs and other consultants within the trust. Weprovide ototoxicity monitoring for the Royal Marsden Hospital in Sutton. Referrals arealso received from neighbouring CCGs and from boroughs further afield without AVMprovision.The speciality is outpatient-based with no designated beds for inpatient activityalthough there is good liaison with the ENT specialist for access to the operating listfor paediatric ABR testing under GA where appropriate, and access to day case bedson QMCH for sedated ABR testing, when necessary. Clinics are held at FergusonHouse in the recently refurbished audiology department, and the Springall OutpatientUnit, for adult patients, and at the Queen Marys Hospital for Childrens recentlyrefurbished Paediatric Audiology Unit and Outpatient Clinics for paediatric patients.The entire range of audiovestibular and neuro-otological symptoms are seen in bothpaediatric and adult AVM clinics.The staffing component of the Department comprises:3 x Band 8 heads of service (Adult and Paediatric)2 x Hearing therapists6 x Band 7 senior Specialist Audiologists7 x band 6 senior Audiologists4 x band 5 Audiologists5x band 3 assistant audiologistsAudiology POD admin teamThe audiology department provides a full range of tertiary diagnostic services,(including auditory brainstem response, otoacoustic emissions, acoustic reflex andspeech audiometry, videonystagmography, VEMP and caloric test, vHIT, balanceplatform, mastoid vibration) and therapeutic interventions for imbalance, dizziness,tinnitus and hearing loss.The work of the Consultant AVPs is supported by the audiologists and hearingtherapists in the department. There is also good support and interaction with theadvisory service for children with hearing loss from the boroughs of Merton, Suttonand Surrey and other professionals in the multi-disciplinary team around the child.The team also benefit from being members of a dynamic and proactive CHSWG.Medical investigations such as radiological and phlebotomy services are provided onsite. There is specialist radiological input: monthly radiology meetings, fortnightlyneuroradiology meetings, and access to play specialist support for childrenundergoing investigations and procedures as needed. Some investigations, such as3T MRI, and neurovestibular physiotherapy can be accessed by referring to StGeorges Hospital as we are now part of the same organisation (GESH). Joint MDTwith regional clinical genetics is held quarterly. There are 8 interesting/challengingcases meetings, shared with St Georges AVM colleagues, per year.We are a friendly and cohesive team. There are monthly adult and paediatric teammeetings, regular clinical governance meetings and we participate in quarterly SouthWest Regional Audit Group peer review meetings.Consultant Audiovestibular Medicine PostsIt is anticipated that the 2 post holders will provide adult and/or paediatric AVMoutpatient clinics according to service needs and the candidates interests. There isalso an opportunity to provide and further develop a paediatric dizzy/vestibular clinic.The post includes 3.5 outpatient clinics, 1 session for SPA, and 1.5 session for clinic related activity. The post has arisen due to a vacancy, and continued increaseddemand for the AVM service. The post-holder will: In conjunction with other health professionals, investigate and manageadults and children with, vertigo, imbalance and/or tinnitus Investigate progressive and fluctuating sensorineural hearing loss Interpret audiovestibular test results in the context of clinical findingsThere is scope for the post holder to develop their areas of interest within thedepartment.Secretarial / Administrative SupportThere is administrative and secretarial support for the post.Main Responsibilities and DutiesPrinciple Duties of the PostThe principal duty of this post is to provide a comprehensive clinical service topatients.1. To at all times, comply with the GMCs guidance on Good Medical Practiceas amended or substituted from time to time.2. To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.3. To undertake duties as defined within the attached job plan in so far aspracticable and in agreement with your Clinical Director.4. To be responsible and managerially accountable for the reasonable andeffective use of Trust resources that you use and influence, andprofessionally accountable to the Medical Director.5. On commencement to ensure personal attendance at the Trusts corporateInduction (or arranged Consultant Induction).6. To participate in the Trusts Statutory & Mandatory training programme.7. To be responsible for the Clinical Management of in and out patients underyour care.8. Review ward referrals either in person or to give advice to junior membersof the teamTeaching & Training To share responsibility with other Consultants for the recruitment, appointmentand supervision of junior medical staff in accordance with Trust policies. To devote time on a regular basis for teaching and training of junior medicalstaff, contributing as appropriate to post-graduate and continuing medicaleducation. To devote time, through agreement on a regular basis for teaching and trainingof medical students as part of agreed teaching arrangements with theFoundation School.Management & Governance1. To be responsible for the management, appraisal and discipline of juniordoctors who are attached to you, after taking appropriate advice, whereappropriate.2. To maintain personal and professional development. The post holder will beexpected to register with their respective Royal College for the purpose ofCME/CPD and to fulfil the requirements of that registration.3. To provide advice, as required to the Executive and Trust board, GeneralPractitioners and other interested parties, on the provision of planning ofclinical services locally, regionally and nationally in keeping with confidentialityagreements relating to Trust business.4. To co-operate in the present framework agreement of managementarrangements.5. To fully participate in Clinical Governance arrangements across the Trustincluding participation in clinical audit, research (where appropriate), pursuingan agreed agenda with colleagues and the Trust Board and fully co-operatingin implementing the results in order to achieve best practice.6. To participate, on at least an annual basis in consultant appraisal and jobplanning reviews.7. To comply with Trust policies and procedures where appropriate.8. To ensure that all intellectual property rights of the Trust are observed.Proposed Job PlanThe proposed job plan for this post is attached below. This will be discussed in detailwith the post holder on appointment.Job plans will be reviewed annually, following an appraisal meeting. The job plan willbe a prospective agreement that sets out a Consultants typical working pattern,duties, objectives and responsibilities for the coming year. It will cover all aspects ofa Consultants professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research,education, managerial responsibilities and external commitments.On appointment of the post holder, the Clinical Director may commence discussionsto finalise the job plan which will become operational on appointment. The job plan isan indicative plan of the duties the post holder is likely to be asked to undertake.Additional programmed activities may be offered to the post holder. Any offer ofadditional programmed activities will be based on the needs of the service and in linewith the Trust objectives and will be reviewed on an annual basis.The post is predominantly expected to be at St Helier hospital. If cross site workingis necessary then allowance for travelling time between sites will be made within theprogrammed activities detailed on the job plan.Private PracticeThe post holder should ensure that any private practice commitments are discussedwith your Clinical Director and entered into the prospective job plan. Any change tothese will need to be discussed between the post holder and the Clinical Director andrecorded in an amended job plan. Consultants will be required to ensure that theymeet the code of conduct for private practice at all times.Any successful Candidate will be given an opportunity to meet and discuss and agreethe Job plan in detail in accordance with the Trust Job planning Process.

Person Specification

education and qualification

Essential

• completion of AVP training rotation
• medical degree
• professional registration

Desirable

• MSc MED AUD

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Essential

• DEMONSTRATE A HIGH STANDARD OF CLINICAL SKILL AND EXPERTISE

Desirable

• SUPERVISION OF TRAINEES

REASEARCH EXPERIENCE

Essential

• DEMONSTRATE THE ABILITY TO CONTRIBUTE TO CHANGE MANAGEMENT
• ABILITY TO APPLY RSEARCH FINDINGS TO CLINICAL PROBLEMS

Desirable

• PUBLICATIONS IN PEER REVIEW JOURNALS

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• TEAMWORKING
• GOOD INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
• PATIENT CENTRED APPROACH
• COMMITMENT TO CONTINUED PERSONAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

St Helier Hospital

wrythe lane

sutton

SM51AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their consent to the collection of a blood sample

Collection of sample(s)s of blood in accordance with training and procedures Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate containers

Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity

Checking patient identification against GP/nurse request and confirming with patient whenever possible

Recording collection of blood sample in patient record in accordance with practice procedure Ensuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion.

Ensuring that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff Notifying the GP/nurse of any significant patient issues

Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team

Report any clinical or environmental issues of concern and take action to rectify these where appropriate

Ensure a working knowledge and compliance with Practice Policies and Procedures Check and record fridge temperatures to maintain the cold chain

Check and re-stock GP rooms regularly

Understand the importance and adhere to infection control issues Keep clinical areas clean and free from clutter.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good General Education.
• Functional skills in English and Maths
• Qualified in Phlebotomy

Experience

Essential

• Ability to provide quality care.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good organisational skills
• Good team working skills.
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions.
• Adaptable to change.
• Computer literate

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Invicta Health CIC

Address

Martello Health Centre

Romney Marsh

Kent

TN290TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

General duties

Health and Safety- It is the responsibility of the individual to work in compliance with all current Health and Safety legislation and the Practice Health and Safety Policy. To attend any training requirements, both statutory and mandatory, in line with the legal responsibility to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act.

The roles contains the following responsibilities:

To maintain registration with the NMC.

To adhere to the NMC Code.

To support training and development.

To maintain personal professional competency and appropriate development.

To carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Practice Policies including duty of candour and whistleblowing.

Required to comply with all relevant national and local statutory and mandatory requirements including Health and Safety, Infection Control, Safeguarding, Information Governance, Research Governance and Equality and Human Rights.

To implement and review individual care plans, a self-management plans and to agree trigger thresholds to contact Case Managers / GPs.

Plan visits to housebound people, undertake every 3-6 months, and arrange care plans where necessary

Provide enhanced support to Nursing and Residential home with a focus on strengthening relationships and improving access through information sharing, education and advice.

Planned visits to Nursing and Residential homes to be undertaken every 3-6 months, providing training as required.

To ensure all people in Nursing and Residential homes have care plans (including dementia where needed) and to provide a holistic review of all people in these homes with updates of their care plans.

To contact people where necessary to advise them of the role of Specialist Neighbourhood Nurse

Visit people at home following the identification of urgent clinical need including those escalated by EMAS or a member of the Neighbourhood Team, undertake a personalised comprehensive assessment, in order to diagnose, treat and prescribe within the limitations of your registration and competence

Visit people at home following an unplanned hospital admission and those with a history of repeat admissions, within 2 weeks.

Contact those that have suffered a bereavement.

Arrange dedicated appointments in practice, for those who wish to visit, with flexibility to expand up to 30 minutes, or as needed.

. Key Responsibilities

Act as a point of contact between GP, Neighbourhood Team, people and their carers.

Develop and maintain a detailed knowledge of local services to enable supported signposting of people with identified need, sharing information with the Neighbourhood Team.

Liaise with GPs and practice teams to identify people who are elderly, frail or who have long term health needs and support.

Liaise with primary, secondary and specialist care services as required.

Work with the Neighbourhood Team to help identify people at risk of loss of independence or admission to hospital as a result of inadequate social support.

Provide these cohorts of people signposting to identified services in order to maintain their independence and improve their health and well-being.

Visit people in community, home or care home settings to assess and discuss their care needs involving carers as appropriate.

Implement personal care plans for individual people, ensuring preventative actions are detailed to support the appropriate use of services.

Communicate the care plan to the GP and any other members of the Neighbourhood Team involved in the persons care and upload to the relevant records.

Ensure that identified people receive the right level of help at the right time and help them to experience a joined-up service by liaising with relevant members of the Neighbourhood Team.

Work with patient, carers and the Neighbourhood Team to encourage the patient to adopt effective self-management and self-help seeking approaches to reduce unnecessary hospital admissions.

Liaise with other agencies to ensure timely and appropriate engagement as required.

Support people to access community care assessments as well as carers assessments.

Where a personal healthcare budget is allocated provide advice as required regarding the key choices the patient will need to make.

Identify unpaid carers and direct them to access services as appropriate to provide them with support.

Identify when urgent action or a step up in care is required and promptly alert the relevant member of the Neighbourhood Team, highlighting any safety concerns.

Follow up on communications from out of hospital and in-patient services regarding changes in condition of people to support the practice to respond proactively to potentially unmet needs.

Undertake visits or telephone contact to manage people on the SNNs case load following any unplanned hospital admissions where appropriate.

Participate in Practice multi-disciplinary meetings to discuss Practice people actively being managed by the Neighbourhood Team and any other people from the SNNs case load needing discussion.

To attend Neighbourhood Team MDT meetings at the Practice plus any other meetings where there is a need to discuss Practice patients.

Undertake visits or arrange appointments at the Practice for people on the SNNs case load or otherwise as directed by the Duty Doctor following identification of urgent and non-urgent clinical need to assess, diagnose, treat, prescribe and refer appropriately according to the patients health needs and acting within the SNNs clinical skill set.

Maintain accurate and up to date records of patient contacts using GP record systems and other IM&T systems relevant to the role i.e. entering notes onto Systmone / EMIS using agreed read codes and VMDT

To run regular patient searches using Systmone / EMIS in order to have an up-to-date record of progress of achievement of Key Performance Indicators.

Work with South Lincolnshire ICB, Neighbourhood Teams and other agencies to support and further develop this role.

Support the Practice Manager in providing KPI reports for submission as requested.

5. Key Working Relationships

Practice teams

Neighbourhood Team

Community health services

Specialist teams heart failure, diabetes etc.

Specialist nursing services e.g. St Barnabas

Hospital teams including ward, A&E, discharge and AIR teams

Social Prescribers

Health & Wellbeing Coaches

Safeguarding agencies

Pharmacists

South Lincolnshire ICB

Adult Social Care

Voluntary Services

Independent Care Homes

Local Authority teams

Independent living teams

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• The post holder will work in an environment where individual differences and the contributions of all staff are recognised and valued. All employees, people, carers and the public are entitled to be treated with dignity and respect and no form of discrimination, intimidation, bullying or harassment will be tolerated. We understand, encourage and celebrate diversity, making the NHS a place where we all feel we belong."

Desirable

• IT skills
• Knowledge of Personalisation, and personalised care, that gives people control over their health & care ,based on their needs and what's important to them.
• It's intended to improve health & wellbeing by helping people make decisions about their care, and by making the most of the skills and potential of people, families and communities.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with people with long term conditions
• Evidence of ability to work autonomously
• Evidence of working within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary Care
• Experience of working in a GP practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Level One
• Post graduate study in health-related studies relevant to long term conditions or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Post registration teaching qualification or willingness to undertake
• Post registration qualification in non-medical prescribing or willingness to undertake as needs of service change

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

Allied Health South Lincolnshire Limited

Address

Sutton Medical Group

Long Sutton Medical Centre, Trafalgar Square

Long Sutton

SPALDING

Lincolnshire

PE12 9HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Please be aware that, due to the anticipated high volume of applications, the vacancy will automatically close once 25 applications have been received.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Good standard of general education including English Language & Maths GCSE at level C or above, or equivalent
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• IT skills

Desirable

• Abillity to problem solve

Other

Essential

• Ability travel between care settings will be required

Experience and Knowledge Required

Essential

• Working in health and or social care environment
• Understanding of factors that influence health and wellbeing
• Understanding of the implications for, and responsibilities of the post for Risk Management and Safeguarding

Desirable

• Community experience
• MDT or integrated team working
• Palliative Care Experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Avenue DN team

Whitecoates Lane

Chesterfield

S40 3HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow local MSK pathways and abide by wider Health care system and refer through appropriate referral systems
• Work independently, with access to supervision, to assess, diagnose, triage, and manage patients, taking responsibility for prioritising and managing a caseload of the PCNs Registered Patients
• Receive patients who self-refer (where systems permit) or from a clinical professional within the PCN, and where required refer to other health professionals within the PCN
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient facing role, using their expert knowledge of movement and function issues, to create stronger links for wider services through clinical leadership, teaching and evaluation
• Develop integrated and tailored care programmes in partnership with patients, providing a range of first line treatment options including self-management, referral to rehabilitation focussed services and social prescribing
• Make use of your full scope of practice, developing skills relating to independent prescribing, injection therapy and investigation to make professional judgements and decisions in unpredictable situations, including when provided with incomplete or contradictory information. You will take responsibility for making and justifying these decisions
• Manage complex interactions, including working with patients with psychosocial and mental health needs, referring onwards as required and including social prescribing when appropriate
• Communicate effectively with patients, and their carers where applicable, complex and sensitive information regarding diagnoses, pathology, prognosis and treatment choices supporting personalised care
• Implement all aspects of effective clinical governance for own practice, including undertaking regular audit and evaluation, supervision and training;
• develop integrated and tailored care programmes in partnership with patients through:

1. effective shared decision-making with a range of first line management options (appropriate for a patients level of activation)
2. assessing levels of Patient Activation to support a patients own level of knowledge, skills and confidence to self-manage their conditions, ensuring they can evaluate and improve the effectiveness of self-management interventions, particularly for those at low levels of activation
3. agreeing with patients appropriate support for self-management through referral to rehabilitation focussed services and wider social prescribing as appropriate

• Designing and implementing plans that facilitate behavioural change, optimise patients physical activity and mobility, support fulfilment of personal goals and independence, and reduce the need for pharmacological interventions
• Request and progress investigations (such as x-rays and blood tests) and referrals to facilitate the diagnosis and choice of treatment regime including, considering the limitations of these investigations, interpret and act on results and feedback to aid patients diagnoses and management plans
• Accountable for decisions and actions via Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration, supported by a professional culture of peer networking/review and engagement in evidence-based practice.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Work across the multi-disciplinary team to create and evaluate effective and streamlined clinical pathways and services;
• Provide leadership and support on MSK clinical and service development across the PCN, alongside learning opportunities for the whole multi-disciplinary team within primary care
• Develop relationships and a collaborative working approach across the PCN, supporting the integration of pathways in primary care;
• Encourage collaborative working across the wider health economy and be a key contributor to supporting the development of physiotherapy clinical services across the PCN;
• Liaising with secondary and community care services, and secondary and community MSK services where required, using local social and community interventions as required to support the management of patients within the PCN; and
• Support regional and national research and audit programmes to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the First Contact Practitioner (FCP) programme. This will include communicating outcomes and integrating findings into own and wider service practice and pathway development
• Any other duties that may arise appropriate to the role.

We encourage early applications, as we reserve the right to close this vacancy and appoint prior to the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel to meetings outside the practice.
• Participate in appraisal, training and supervision processes;
• Contribute to maintaining safe systems of work and a safe environment;
• All Registered Physiotherapists must maintain a valid HPCP Registration at all times
• Participate in revalidation in line with national and professional requirement
• All Registered Physiotherapists are bound by the HPCP Codes of Professional Conduct and this Job Description should be read in conjunction with the current Code
• Be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through continued professional development activities and the maintenance of a portfolio, keeping up-to-date of any developments and bringing them to the attention of the wider team as appropriate.
• Have and maintain indemnity

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of clinical governance and training and an understanding of clinical governance in physiotherapy
• Evidence of CPD and post registration activity through portfolio
• Ability to work effectively within a small organisation and multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrates excellent analytical and reflection skills

Desirable

• working towards advanced clinical practitioner status
• previous supervisory experience
• experience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders
• cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Completed Undergraduate degree in Physiotherapy
• Registered with Health and Care Professional Council
• Working towards a Masters Level 7 Qualification in Equivalent Specialist knowledge, skills & Experience
• OR
• Has completed Stage 1 of the FCP Roadmap with GP signoff
• OR
• Has completed the 8 primary care e-learning modules and 3 personalised care modules

Desirable

• 3+ years post graduate experience
• Extended scope skills i.e. diploma / MSc module in injection skills, nonmedical independent prescribing or willingness to train
• Currently enrolled with an NHS England approved FCP education provider to work towards Stages 1 and 2 of the FCP Taught and/or FCP Portfolio route

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working at Level 7 capability in MSK related areas of practice or equivalent
• Demonstrate working at advanced assessment diagnosis and treatment
• Extensive experience working as a Senior Physiotherapist/ Specialist/ Extended Scope Practitioner in the field of MSK

Desirable

• Previously worked within Primary Care, NHS or public-sector environment/team

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrates leadership skills as well as the ability to be a good team member and assume leadership responsibilities
• Responsive, creative, resilient, able to adapt to change and work in challenging environments
• Empathetic and caring

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

Bridge View Medical

Address

67 Coronation Road

Bristol

BS3 1AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

All aspects of Acute and Chronic Disease Care expected in a GP surgery. To undertake a share of on call work. To support GP Partners in all aspects of the Unified Assurance contract requirements, and assist in Audits including QIF indicators and Prescribing LES.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Either newly qualified or experienced

Desirable

• understanding of GP GMS services

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registration as GP

Desirable

• Interest in provision of aspects of Enhanced Service provision

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

GP Practice in Wales

Address

Canolfan Iechyd Amlwch

Parys Road

AMLWCH

Gwynedd

LL68 9AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Together with other colleagues, to provide a high quality care service to patients. This includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the Care Group.

2.Shared responsibility with other colleagues for providing 24 hours, 7 days a week cover for the Unit on a rota basis. Responsible also for covering colleagues periods of annual leave and short-term sickness as detailed in your contract.

3. Provide clinical supervision of junior medical/dental practitionersas a shared responsibility with other consultant colleagues.

4. Responsible for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to CPD and clinical governance initiatives.

5. Responsible for outpatient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed with the Care Groups management team where part of the service structure.

6.Contribute to the Care Groups research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&D framework.

7. Contribute to the audit programmes, Morbidity and Mortality, Clinical Governance programmes and Learning from Deaths.

8. Take an active role in the formulation, implementation and monitoring of the Care Groups Business Plan. This may include assisting with discussions regarding service plans and developments with internal and external agencies.

9. Conduct all activities within the contracted level of service and operating plan for service(s).

10. Exercise professional leadership for all staff working in the specialty. This will include fostering and developing projects focused towards these ends and ensuring that the momentum of post-qualification professional education and other appropriate training is maintained.

11. Work in conjunction with clinical and other professional colleagues to ensure that the productivity of staff within the specialty is maintained and their job satisfaction is enhanced. This may include involvement in the appraisal process for peers and/or junior colleagues.

12. Undertake Care Group management duties as agreed with the Care Group/Departmental Manager/Clinical Director.

13. Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene.

14. Prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that you are responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence-based practice and maintaining patient safety.

15. Kings is committed to providing Consultant led 7-day services and in the event of future developments the post holder would be expected to contribute equally with other Consultant colleagues.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Amrita Kaur-roath - Service Delivery Manger

[email protected]/0203 299 0035

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Registerable Dental qualification
• Wide experience in all aspects of Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent.
• Experience in day to day organisation of Paediatric Dentistry services in a busy Teaching Hospital
• Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
• Must be able to demonstrate ability to lead change.
• Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research.
• Effective communicator, able to work in a close-knit team and co-operate with all medical and paramedical staff.
• Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
• Flexible and resilient.
• Professional attitude towards work, reliability, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of Kings Values.
• Commitment to uphold Kings Values.

Desirable

• Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD)
• Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes
• Management course and/or qualification
• Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of Paediatric Dentistry.
• Publication of relevant review articles or case reports.
• Teaching skills course/qualification.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kings College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Expert knowledge of information governance and data protection acquired through qualification to graduate degree level, or equivalent relevant experience.

Desirable

• Post-graduate level qualification in a relevant discipline, or equivalent working experience.
• Professional qualification in data protection (e.g. BCS, ISEB or CIPP/E).
• Relevant accredited qualification such as BCS Practitioner Certificate in Freedom of Information.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working in an Information Governance role.
• Experience working within an NHS organisation or similar public body, preferably an acute Trust.
• Experience of writing key information governance documents, including policies and procedures, data protection impact assessments, privacy notices, etc. Ability to tailor such documents to the specific audience.
• Experience in conducting IG related research in order to perform role, such as locating and interpreting relevant national guidance or legislation.
• Preparation of Freedom of Information Act and/or Subject Access Request responses with practical experience of the exemptions, the public interest and prejudice tests, collaborating with colleagues to finalise responses.

Desirable

• Preparing and coordinating evidence for the annual Data Security & Protection Toolkit submission.
• Experience in assisting and supporting colleagues with urgent response activities such a personal data breach response and urgent project / programme issues.
• Assisting in the investigation of IG incidents in line with NHS, ICO and UK GDPR requirements.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Expert knowledge of GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2000, and awareness of other relevant legislation such as the Access to Health Records Act 1990.
• Knowledge of the SIRO role, its responsibilities, the inter- relationship with Information Security, Cyber Security, Information Governance and Information Assets and their Owners.
• An awareness of the NHS research process as well as the role of completing DPIAs as part of innovative or otherwise high-risk projects.
• Ability to translate complex information, including legislative details, into accessible, practical language.
• Ability to appropriately challenge and negotiate with senior members of staff where required.

Desirable

• Familiarity with document redaction using specialised software.
• Understanding of the specific structure and data challenges within a multi-site NHS Trust.
• An awareness of cyber security with some knowledge of data security frameworks e.g. Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Recognition of own personal boundaries and when to refer matters to others/senior colleagues.
• Able to manage time and priorities appropriately, operating on own initiative towards agreed objectives.
• Positive attitude towards learning and development, demonstrated by a record of continuing professional development.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

2 Claremont Place

Sheffield

S10 2TB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Meets Trust numeracy and literacy test requirements
• *NVQ 2 or equivalent Trust based competency

Desirable

• *Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• *Evidence of working with the General Public
• *All job related training will be provided

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Good communication skills
• *Uses initiative and discretion
• *Demonstrates the capacity to maintain a professional and courteous conduct in difficult/contentious situations
• *Keen to learn and able to use own initiative

Desirable

• * Basic IT skills
• * IV Cannulation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MBBS / MBCHB / MRCPCH

Desirable

• MSc or further qualification in Community Child Health
• GRID

Experience

Essential

• Wide experience in general paediatrics with specialist knowledge of community child health (CCH).
• Competent in all aspects of CCH including child public health, behavioural paediatrics, safeguarding including CLA and Neurodisability.

Desirable

• Have substantial clinical experience of the health needs of looked after children

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

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Countess of Chester Hospital

Liverpool Road

Chester

CH2 1UL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities

Main responsibilities; To use skills and knowledge to contribute to the assessment, implementation and evaluation of patient care. To use skills and knowledge to identify subtle changes in condition and to take appropriate clinical actions, including informing the multi-disciplinary team including medical cover of any concerns. To ensure care is delivered in a safe and effective manner and as far as is practicable is based on an evidence of good practice. To be familiar and efficient with emergency procedures pertaining to community inpatient settings. To handover work to the multi-disciplinary team, in an efficient manner, prioritising workload effectively and using appropriate and agreed tools.

Person Specification

Personal Skills

Essential

• Open/ Warm/ Reflective
• Enthusiastic and Self aware
• Good communication skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of professional development
• Current NMC registration

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of caring for patients with dementia
• Evidence of good clinical skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Work well within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford Hospital NHS Trust

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Would you like to explore a rewarding career experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant?

About Us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales.

• Your Role:Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Working hours:40 Hours per week
• Salary: £29,642.55, post probation £30,186.45 and at 18 months £ 30,730.35.
• Service Line:Learning Disability/ Mental Health
• Location:Cygnet Hospital Colchester, Boxted Rd, Mile End, Colchester CO4 5HF
• Responsible to:Head of Occupational Therapy and Regional Lead Occupational Therapist

Summary of the site

Cygnet Hospital Colchester is a 59 bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.

The aim of our services is assessment, stabilisation, treatment and engagement, with a view to supporting service users in the least restrictive environment appropriate to their needs. Our services are recovery-focused, with the aim of preparing individuals for a move to rehabilitation or step-down services, and ultimately, back into the community wherever possible.

The team at Colchester consists of nurs es, psychologists, psychology assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and psychiatrists as well as 24/7 support from the nursing team. This means that we are able to meet the changing needs of our service users as they progress through their care pathway, while ensuring their safety is maintained and their independence supported.

Main duties of the job

The Occupational Therapy Assistant role involves planning and implementing therapeutic activities appropriate to the needs, choices and interests of individuals in our care, under the supervision and guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist.

The Occupational Therapy Assistant will also be working with the in-house MDT which is designed to support the individual in our care throughout their journey with us.

Occupational Therapy Directorate

Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 150 Occupational Therapists and over 160 OT support staff. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.

Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway.

We ensure our occupational therapy team members have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead occupational therapists.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Preceptorship & Induction:

Starting a new job can be daunting, which is why we have a robust induction process that enables you to shadow staff, discuss your learning and receive expert support to develop into your role. We offer an Occupational Therapy Assistant preceptorship programme in your first12 months to support and consolidate core skills. We also offer regular, virtual Q&A se ssions with our clinical lead OT and networking with other OT Assistants and Activity Coordinators in your service line.

Reasons why you should make an application today

• We care about people in our services
• Expert clinical supervision with an occupational therapist Induction & service line training in area of specialism
• Dedicated CPD time for peer support, skill development and specialist training We support and develop you to build skills and confidence for the next level in your career.

Cygnet Health Care Benefits

• Free parking
• Free meals for staff on duty
• Relocation package available
• Group pension plan helping you save for your future
• NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.
• Plus much more

A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether its saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure or securing your future with professional development and a pension we support you to be happy both in & out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

If you would like to discuss this role with the recruiting occupational therapist or arrange an informal visit, wed be more than happy to facilitate this. Please contact: Emmanuel Ozowara [email protected]

RequirementsThe successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

*Recruitment agencies please note: Speculative emails are not to be sent directly to our clinical staff, these need to go via our internal recruitment team. If speculative candidates are sent directly to a member of the clinical team, we will consider these candidates as our own*

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Colchester

CO4 5HF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Act as a key liaison between the admin team, NHS services, and patients to promote safe and efficient care.
• Arrange appointments, referrals, tests, and follow-up appointments.
• Complete simple clinical observations/investigations as directed locally, such as dipstick urine, blood pressure, ECG, phlebotomy, etc.
• Support the clinical team with immunisations and wound care.
• Prepare patients prior to seeing the GP through ensuring the patient has everything they need and is aware of the need to provide accurate and concise information to the GP.
• Take brief history and basic readings in readiness for the GP appointment.
• Complete basic factual (non-opinion) forms and core elements of some forms for the GP to approve and sign, such as insurance forms, mortgage forms, benefits agency forms, etc.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients.
• Help the GP liaise with outside agencies, e.g., calling on-call consultants for advice or to arrange admission while the GP continues their consultation.
• Sort all clinical post and prioritise for the GP and signpost to other members of staff when appropriate.
• Extract information from clinical letters that needs coding and adding to notes.
• Support with QOF reviews.
• Assist the management and uploading of information relating to safeguarding documentation and audit.
• Monitor emails relevant to the GP and patient care.
• Monitor and assisting the GPs in managing, prioritising, and actioning tasks.

Competency Reflection and Awareness

• Track and record evidence of experience against the national competency framework.
• Inform the Admin Lead and/or Senior Partner of any concerns regarding the role and request professional development as needed.
• Be aware of own professional boundaries and what to do when they are reached.

The above list of responsibilities is not exhaustive, and the post-holder may be asked to perform other duties. These may vary from time to time but will not change the general character of the post or the level of responsibility.

General Responsibilities

Confidentiality

• Treat all information learned in the course of employment regarding patients, colleagues, and business information as strictly confidential.

Health and Safety

• Assist in promoting and maintaining the health and safety of themselves and others.
• Follow infection control procedures and maintain clean and tidy work areas.
• Report potential hazards and risks immediately when identified.
• Undertake annual infection control training.

Organisational Protocols

• Adhere to all organisational protocols.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Support the equality, diversity, and inclusion of all patients, carers, and colleagues.
• Treat all patients, carers, and colleagues with dignity and respect.

Personal and Professional Development

• Participate in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.
• Complete all mandatory training.

Quality

• Maintain quality within the practice.
• Alert team members to issues of quality.
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.
• Work effectively with others to meet patients needs.
• Effectively manage own time, workload, and resources.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues.
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Data Protection and Security

• Adhere to data protection policies.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Polite, confident, and trustworthy
• Flexible and approachable
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Motivated and proactive
• Ability to use initiative and judgement
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Ability to work under pressure
• Confident, assertive, and resilient

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with the general public
• Experience working in a health care setting

Desirable

• Experience working in general practice, primary care, and/or NHS

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills (written, oral, and presenting)
• Strong IT skills Microsoft Excel/Word/Outlook
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to prioritise, delegate, and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective time management
• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to develop, implement, and embed policy and procedure

Desirable

• Familiarity with practice-based systems (e.g., SystmOne, Accurx, TeamNet)

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths

Desirable

• Educated to A level standard
• GP Assistant 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

Upwell Health Centre

Address

Townley Close

Upwell

Wisbech

Cambridgeshire

PE14 9BT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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