Job description

Job responsibilities

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

a. To act or support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC Policy supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager.

b. To produce or support the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager.

c. To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice.

d. To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice.

e. To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes.

f. To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing.

g. To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health.

h. As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF

i. As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions.

j. To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice.

k. To review patient medications to enhance compliance

l. To provide guidance to patients on the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages

m. To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services

n. To request pathology services and process pathology results as required

o. To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required

p. To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation

q. To ensure read codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team

r. To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers

s. To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics

t. To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics

u. To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy

v. To assist GPs with minor surgery when required

w. To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately

x. To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

y. To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs

z. To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children

aa. To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)

bb. To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)

cc. To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)

dd. To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies

ee. To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working autonomously
• Experience of infection prevention and control measures

Desirable

• Experience of chronic disease management
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse
• Experience of managing elderly and housebound patients
• Experience of quality initiatives i.e. benchmarking

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Nursing and Midwifery Council

Desirable

• We welcome candidates with extra credentials.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Polite and confident
• Flexible and co-operative
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
• Motivated, forward thinker
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• Ability to work under pressure in stressful situations
• Effectively utilise resources

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Wound care andremoval of sutures and staples
• ECGs
• Venepuncture
• New patient medicals
• Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly
• Understanding the importance of evidence based practice
• Understand the requirement for PGDs and associated policy
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs
• Chaperone procedure
• Immunisations

Desirable

• Chronic disease management
• Travel medicine
• Womens health cervical cytology, contraception, etc.

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

Hillview Family Practice

Address

Hartcliffe Health Centre

Hareclive Road

Bristol

BS13 0JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Managerial To have knowledge of managerial processes within the Trust and to have good awareness of Trust policies and how they relate to staffand service of the department. Furthermore, to use this knowledge for the benefit of the clinical and scientific service. To investigate where current processes and/or policies can be changed in order to improve service provision to patients and users. Topropose and develop changes to practice in order to improve these issues. To liaise with Biomedical Scientists in order to implement developments and changes in aspects of the service as delegated by theHead of the Department. To liaise with the Consultant Clinical Scientist and the Head of the Department in order to ensure that the referral of specimens to otherlaboratories meets the clinical needs and is cost-effective. To be accountable for the quality and cost-effectiveness of this service,provide supervision and undertake audit. To liaise with senior members of staff to ensure that highly complex analytical services related to chromatographic techniques and massspectrometry, are of the highest quality and timely. To attend and actively contribute to departmental meetings related to management, quality management and clinical policymanagement. To be accountable for the quality of designated clinical research and trials for which the Department is undertaking commissionedanalytical work, and to coordinate and implement such work. To ensure that all clinical incidents and complaints are properly recorded and reported to one of the Consultants or to the LaboratoryManager. To ensure that such incidents are properly investigated, and appropriate action is taken to ensure an improvement of theservice in line with the Trust policies, procedures and national guidelines.Scientific To assist the Consultant Biochemist in providing an effective scientific service in the Department of Clinical Biochemistry, includingcontributing to the quality of the service and the requirements of UKAS. To regularly participate in and coordinate the development of new methods, to implement them, and to act as necessary to maintain theperformance of these methods in routine use. To liaise and collaborate with other laboratory staff to provide as high a standard of service as is reasonably possible. To provide highly skilled technical services across all analytical sections of the department, including analysis of routine blood, urineand other fluid samples. To attend the Departments Quality Meetings and carry out delegated and designated duties to ensure the quality of the results and theservice. To take an active role in ensuring the quality service. Within the postholders sphere of competence, to coordinate, implement, and analyse specimens from clinico-scientific studies forwhich the Department is undertaking commissioned analytical work.Clinical To assist Consultant Chemical Pathologists and Consultant Clinical Scientist in the provision of a routine and emergency analytical,interpretative, diagnostic and consultancy service to clinicians with the Trust and its partner hospitals and in General Practice, and inthe planning of service as directed. To participate in the Duty Clinical Biochemist rota for clinical review of reports. The duties include: Being the point of contact for clinical queries to the Department from the Trust clinicians, GPs, and other users of the service Providing advice to the Trust clinicians and GPs on the selection of clinically relevant tests in order to facilitate the diagnosis, treatment,monitoring and understanding of disease. Interpretation of results on a case-by-case basis, considering the clinical context, previous test results, current analytical performanceand other confusing factors such as drug treatments and co-existing disease states Using judgement to seek advice from the Consultants in the Department on difficult cases and queries, and conveying the obtainedadvice to the clinicians involved in the care of patients. Bringing to the attention of the Trust clinicians, GPs and midwives those results which suggest a need for an urgent medicalintervention. Highlighting where there may be a conflict between test results and the initial clinical impressions. Initiating further necessary investigations Liaising with the laboratory staff for the investigation of cases where a less-than-ideal analytical performance is suspected, andsuggesting means to remedy any problem. Dealing with any ad hoc clinical query raised by service users, Departmental staff, outside agencies, patients or their carers. To attend the weekly Departmental Clinical meetings. Occasional attendance at relevant clinics, as deemed necessary by the Consultant Biochemist for learning and education. To undertake such relevant duties of an appropriate nature as may be described by the Head of the Department.Professional To adhere to the department health and safety policy. To regularly carry out the appropriate risk assessments in line with the Trusts Clinical Governance Policy. To assist with the writing and updating of departmental policies and standard operating procedures in areas of expertise. To actively maintain the necessary requirements for State Registration and membership of the Health Professions Council.Research and Development To coordinate and implement research and development projects in line with the Departments service and as appropriate to the HealthServices requirements, as agreed with the Consultant Clinical Biochemists or the Head of the Department. To assist the Consultant Chemical Pathologists and Consultant Clinical Biochemist in performing clinical audit projects, both within theDepartment of Clinical Biochemistry and with outside users of the service. To present the results of research and development activities at local and national forums, and publish the research data in peerreviewed journals.Training To assist the Consultant Clinical Biochemist in training the Pre Registration Clinical Biochemists. To take part in teaching programmes organised by the department for the training of Biomedical Scientists and other undergraduate andpostgraduate staff both within and outside the Department of Clinical Biochemistry. To attend formal local, national and international scientific and clinical meetings, as deemed appropriate by Consultant Clinical Scientist,for the furtherance of the post-holders and the departments expertise and to be actively engaged in the dissemination of scientificknowledge. To actively pursue further higher professional qualifications (FRCPath) with the support and encouragement of the department and toparticipate in appropriate activities for personal development, appraisal and registration.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC Registration and appropriate masters level qualification or equivalent
• Completion of STP or equivalent in Clinical Biochemistry

Desirable

• PhD in appropriate scientific field

Laboratory Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• A good knowledge of Clinical Biochemistry and specialist knowledge of advanced analytical techniques

Desirable

• Experience of Mass Spec method development
• Experience of neurological marker analysis
• Experience of DNA extraction techniques
• Experience of publishing research papers in Clinical Biochemistry

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headley Way, Headington

Oxford

OX3 9AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Supporting Clinical Excellence

• The postholder will act as the overall Clinical Lead for Occupational Health for UHN, working with the Consultant OH Physicians and Senior Nursing and leadership team to provide high quality OH Services.
• The postholder will ensure an equitable clinical service is provided to both UHN hospital sites, setting out service standards, resource allocation, benchmarking, and audit processes.
• The post holder will be called upon to participate in national initiatives and contribute to national policy via links within Occupational Health Professional forums, Society of Occupational Medicine, NHS Health at Work Network to provide a continuous cycle of service improvement.
• Ensure that all services are delivered in line with agreed internal and external clinical governance standards and speciality recommendations (such as SEQOHS, Growing OH), Trust-wide policies and processes and best practice requirements.
• Ensure that processes and systems comply fully with agreed departmental and Trust policies, monitoring compliance with these processes with good audit systems and ensuring that incidents of non-compliance are reported as needed and rectified
• Ensure that service guidelines and policies are kept updated, remain evidence based and benchmarked against relevant national policies and standards e.g. NICE, UKHSA
• Collaborate with relevant public and private partner organisations to ensure appropriate clinical service quality and improvements identify potential threats and ways to respond to them
• Ensure that root cause and trend analyses of all complaints and adverse incidents are actively managed and resolved according to Trust policies and processes
• Manage the resolution of complaints and issues from staff (patient/service users), managers, external businesses, and their employees (clients) and partner organisations in a timely and appropriate manner in line with Trust policy, procedures and service delivery values and priorities
• Act as the Data Controller for UHN OH Service take ownership of clinical records and ensuring service compliance with relevant data protection laws
• Ensure appropriate stakeholders involvement in assessing service quality and improvements
• The postholder will work with the Group Head of Health and Wellbeing to develop the Group OH strategy to facilitate local initiatives and promote a healthy workforce.
• As a Specialist Nurse you will provide knowledge skills and support to any area in the organisation at any time; this may include direct visits to areas that may be clinical or non-clinical, be distressing or exposed to a variety of risks such as body fluids, dust, fumes, noise, or biological matter.

Supporting Patient Excellence

• To ensure that all agreed outputs for the Service are delivered.
• Deploy resources and maintaining standards in an effective way so as to deliver agreed outputs as set out in an annual business plan and UHN H&WB Service deliverables.
• Lead the UHN OH Team and holding the team to account for delivery against their and the Services objectives through regular performance review meetings
• Ensure effective action is taken where performance is at risk of falling below expected levels by coaching the UHN OH team, setting remedial plans, auditing and evaluating outcomes
• Engage and work with national specialist OH research programmes, planning, assessing and auditing outcomes to improve service provision.
• Provide training to UHN stakeholders on Occupational Health Specialist topics to support the management of, and development of a culture of high quality internal occupational health and safety at work.

People/Management Excellence

• The postholder will manage the services on both UHN sites and be accountable for all staffing matters including the processes for appraisal, objective setting, disciplinary matters and recruitment.
• Represent the OH Service at Trust Meetings/forums including, Health and Safety, Infection Prevention and Control, Senior People Team, External Service Business, Third Party Supplier, UHL Occupational Health Consultant Physician Services, National OH Conferences, Regional ICB meetings as clinically appropriate.
• Ensure that all staff within the OHS are effectively managed and developed within Trust-wide policies and procedures
• Providing compassionate and strategic leadership to the multi-disciplinary team across the Service including clinical and non-clinical UHN OH Teams.
• Ensure that all staff within the UHN OH team are effectively managed and developed within Trust wide policies and procedures
• Promote and lead on data driven service and use of IT and technology to demonstrate the effectivity of the service.
• Support the CPD, education and training for all professions within the service.
• Work with the Group Head of Health and Wellbeing and Senior People Team to set the strategic direction of the OH service, identifying both improvements and new opportunities within the service arising from changes in the external environment or internal innovation.
• Assist in developing business cases for OH service initiatives and support the strategic delivery of the UHN Health and Wellbeing Group model with the UHN Head of Health and Wellbeing.
• Deputise for the UHN Group Head of Health and Wellbeing when necessary, at internal UHN and external events and meetings.

Supporting Financial Excellence

• Responsible as budget holder across UHN for OH services.
• Ensure that all services are delivered to meet all financial targets (internal and external) for capital and revenue budgets, as agreed with the Finance Team.
• Accountable for income generation work, developing new contracts and income streams.
• Develop a robust business model that does not impact on the service provided to internal service users
• Develop Tender documents for third party suppliers with the procurement team, engage with suppliers and make decisions as to appropriate Tender awards.
• Be accountable and manage OH related third party, externally tendered contracts including their quality, outcomes and relationship management.
• Ensure that all OH staff comply with the Trusts standing financial instructions.
• Ensure that the service improvement projects are delivered within agreed timeframes and financial targets
• Ensure contribution to Trust-wide service improvement projects where appropriate
• Develop robust financial invoicing systems with the Business Support Administration Manager and Service Accountant

Person Specification

Education Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience that equates to a Masters Level Degree
• Management-leadership training/ qualification or equivalent experience
• Management /Leadership qualification or equivalent experience
• Immunisation and Vaccination training

Desirable

• Registered Nurse on Part 3 of the NMC register as Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Occupational Health)Registered Nurse on Part 3 of the NMC register as Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Occupational Health)
• Drug and Alcohol Chain of Custody Collection Officer
• NEBOSH Certificate

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Management experience and a leadership role in Occupational Health
• Substantial clinical experience at a senior level in Occupational Health
• Proven staff management experience with the ability to gain the support, motivation, and development of staff
• A successful record of achievement in managing and implementing sustainable change and improvement service developments and projects
• Experience of working with senior executives and clinical leads within both internal and external organisations
• Working with external organisations to manage complex issues and develop OH strategy
• Experience in managing projects to identified milestones and budget allocation
• Can act decisively and respond to urgent priorities even when demands change unpredictably
• Experience of Financial planning and budget management skills.

Skills

Essential

• Self-motivated and resilient, with the ability to achieve objectives with flexibility to the views of others, to persuade and influence outcomes and solutions across a range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work at a strategic level representing the Group to internal and external stakeholders
• Experience of Financial planning and budget management skills.
• Ability to innovate and develop the best use and effect of services, whilst managing risk and with sound expert knowledge of Clinical Governance and patient safety frameworks.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and empower teams to a shared vision and common goals to produce real improvements in clinical practice, quality, and service.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure with excellent decision making, organisational skills and time management
• Can interpret complex clinical, operational and financial management information, with attention to detail
• Ability to work within a team and independently with advanced interpersonal skills and demonstrating a compassionate leadership approach to people managemen
• Excellent and professional communicator, with ability to demonstrate excellent presentation skills, with experience of inter disciplinary working across a range of stakeholders.
• Ability to address and manage challenging issues taking a problem-solving approach
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and listening)
• Ability to produce clear and concise written material, including data analysis using appropriate IT packages such as Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will also lead the well-established inpatient physiotherapy team at HCA @ UCH. The Harley Street Clinic provides inpatient care to across a range of specialties including critical care, cardiothoracic surgery, acute oncology and neurosurgery. HCA @ UCH is provider of specialist haematology care.

Working within our inpatient therapies department, you will provide clinical leadership across our Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy services, a team of 8 while maintaining a highly specialised inpatient caseload within your area of expertise. Working closely with the wider multidisciplinary team, you will help drive clinical excellence, service development and quality improvement initiatives.

You will support and develop colleagues through clinical supervision, mentoring and education, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based care across a broad range of inpatient specialities. As a senior clinician, you will lead on clinical governance activities including audit, outcome measurement and service improvement projects, while building strong relationships with consultants, referrers and key stakeholders.

Alongside your leadership responsibilities, you will manage a highly specialised caseload, using advanced clinical reasoning skills to assess, diagnose and treat complex patients, while providing clinical experience and support across intensive care and wards as required. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist with strong clinical and leadership skills to play a key role within one of the UK's leading private healthcare providers.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• What you'll bring:
• Relevant Physiotherapy Degree
• HCPC Registration
• Significant post graduate experience in area of specialism
• Evidence of leading a service or project
• Relevant Clinical postgraduate qualification (or working towards)

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

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

35 Weymouth Street

London

W1G 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to our detailed job description for more information.

The job description gives a general outline of the duties of the post and is not intended to be inflexible or a finite list of tasks. It may be varied from time to time after consultation with the post holder and in particular during regular job plan review where the strategic direction of the Trust or its constituent departments requires it

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• CCT in Paediatrics or equivalent OR eligible for entry on GMC Specialist Register within 6 months
• Enhanced DBS Clearance
• Good understanding of and adherence to the principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the General Medical Council.
• MRCPCH or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Wide experience in acute paediatrics including all aspects of paediatric emergencies and child safeguarding and protection
• Level 3 Safeguarding training
• APLS and NLS provider
• Understanding of clinical governance audit
• Undergraduate/ postgraduate and formal bed side teaching

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Dedicated minor operative procedure sessions will form part of the job plan, enabling the post holder to undertake a range of dermatological procedures within their clinical competence. This may include diagnostic biopsies, excisions of skin lesions, curettage, and other minor surgical interventions. The role will support the delivery of efficient patient pathways by providing treatment closer to home and reducing the need for onward referral where appropriate.

The post holder will play an active role in clinical triage processes, reviewing referrals to ensure patients are directed to the most appropriate service and prioritised according to clinical urgency. This will contribute to effective demand management, improved patient flow, and optimal utilisation of available clinic capacity.

Participation in teledermatology and teledermoscopy services will be a key element of the role, supporting innovation in patient care and enabling earlier assessment of suspected skin cancers and other dermatological conditions. The post holder will provide specialist interpretation of clinical and dermoscopic images, facilitating timely diagnosis and reducing unnecessary patient travel across the rural geography of West Wales.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute fully to multidisciplinary team (MDT) working, including regular attendance at Skin Cancer MDT meetings and collaboration with colleagues. MDT participation is essential to ensuring high-quality clinical decision-making, effective treatment planning, and the delivery of integrated care for patients with complex conditions.

In addition to clinical duties, the post holder will have opportunities to contribute to the ongoing development and transformation of dermatology services. This may include involvement in quality improvement initiatives, service redesign projects, pathway development, audit activity, and implementation of innovative models of care aimed at improving patient experience, clinical outcomes, and service efficiency.

The role will also include a commitment to clinical governance, continuing professional development, teaching, and supervision where appropriate. The post holder will contribute to maintaining high standards of clinical practice and support the development of medical, nursing, and allied health professional colleagues within the service.

Overall, this post provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to a progressive dermatology service that is committed to delivering safe, sustainable, and high-quality care for the population of West Wales.

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Please see the below links for useful videos relating to this vacancy:

Hywel Dda 3 Counties - https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sY

Lifestyle in Wales - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgt03XPT6RQ

Medical Leadership in Hywel Dda - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33s

Virtual Tour - https://youtu.be/Y4JGdD6EHjE

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• oFull registration and a License to Practice with the General Medical Council.
• oOn the GMC Specialist Register (including via Portfolio Pathway (CESR)/European Community Rights) or will have CCT due within six months of interview date.
• oValid Certified Advanced Life Support.
• oWhere a sub-specialty interest is required sub-specialty training should be to a level appropriate for UK consultant sub-specialist practice - fellowship or equivalent level experience.

Desirable

• oAdditional Higher qualification(s).

Clinical Experience

Essential

• oBroad based experience within the specialty area.
• oAble to demonstrate core competencies and clinical skills relevant to the post.
• oExperience of leading a team.

Desirable

• oPrevious experience working in the UK or NHS.

Teaching

Essential

• oAbility to critically assess learning requirements for self and others.
• oEvidence of organising programmes and teaching all staff groups.
• oWillingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff.

Desirable

• oTeaching qualification.

Research and Scholarship

Essential

• oDemonstrates knowledge of current research and best practice in the specialty area.
• oEvidence of keeping up to date with current research and best practice.
• oEvidence of locating and using clinical guidelines appropriately.
• oEvidence of communicating and interpreting research evidence in a meaningful way.

Desirable

• oActive participation in research.

Clinical Governance

Essential

• oUnderstanding of the role of Clinical Governance.
• oParticipation in clinical audit (or quality improvement project) and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice.
• oKnowledge of annual job planning/appraisal review process.

Desirable

• oKnowledge of risk management.

Safeguarding

Essential

• oDemonstrates knowledge of safeguarding requirements and takes appropriate responsibility.
• oEvidence of applying appropriate equality and diversity legislation.

Other

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Prince Philip Hospital

Bryngwyn Mawr

Llanelli

SA14 8QF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive fromdifferent backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:[email protected].

As part ofseekingto become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promoteSaBRE- Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and skill.
• Knowledge of good medical practice and GMC requirements.
• Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and the requirements of Clinical Governance and audit.
• Experience in teaching & supervising medical students and junior trainees.
• Able to teach clinical skills.
• Able to critically review and apply research to clinical situations.
• Experience of undertaking audits and presenting their findings.
• Written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients & colleagues.
• Able to communicate effectively with multi-disciplinary team members, patients, relatives, GPs and other agencies.
• Able & willing to take on leadership roles.
• Strategic thinker with enquiring, critical approach to work.
• Capable of building trust and confidence.
• Open to new ideas; willing to learn and develop.
• Able to work effectively despite pressures, and to cope with stressful situations in a calm and reflective manner.
• Contributes to improving patient experience and involving patients in decisions about their care.
• Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service.
• Understanding of current NHS issues.
• Able to organise and manage the department targets.
• Works diligently and efficiently to deliver high quality service.
• Understands the wider organisation and understands and values the need for efficient use of resources.
• Able to make own arrangements for travel between working sites.
• Willing to reside within a distance of 30 minutes or 10 miles by road from their principal place of work, unless agreed otherwise agreed with the Medical Director.

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• FCRS Urol or equivalent.
• Eligible for full GMC registration with license to practice.
• Entry on the relevant GMC Specialist Register via: - CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) - Or CESR.
• Is up to date and fit to practise safely.

Desirable

• MD or equivalent higher degree or evidence of relevant research in relevant Specialty.
• Substantive NHS experience.
• Experience of setting up and/or developing clinical services.
• Experience of supervising SpRs/specialist trainees.
• Higher teaching qualification.
• Research experience & peer-reviewed journal publications.
• Experience in designing & implementing audit programmes.
• Successful completion of advanced communication skills training.
• Familiarity with issues of service organisation and development.
• Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities to local, regional or national levels.

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

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York Hospital

Wigginton Road

York

YO31 8HE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Clinical Responsibilities

• Chronic Disease Management

• Lead chronic disease clinics for asthma, COPD, hypertension, and other long-term conditions

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and annual reviews in line with national and local guidelines

• Medication management including reviews, reconciliation, and monitoring

• Patient education and self-management support for chronic conditions

• Care planning and goal setting with patients and families

Health Promotion and Prevention

• NHS Health Checks and cardiovascular risk assessments

• Health promotion activities including smoking cessation, weight management, and lifestyle advice

• Vaccination services including seasonal flu, COVID-19, and travel immunizations

• Screening programs including cervical screening.

• Preventative care and early intervention strategies

Clinical Assessment and Treatment

• Clinical procedures as trained and assessed competence

• Comprehensive nursing assessments using systematic approaches

• Clinical observations including vital signs, ECGs, and physiological monitoring

• Wound care management including assessment, treatment, and healing monitoring

• Minor illness management within scope of practice and competency

Clinical procedures as trained and assessed competent

• Multi-disciplinary team working with GPs, Practice Nurses, and allied health professionals

• Care coordination and case management for complex patients

• Referral management to secondary care and community services

• Liaison with district nurses, social services, and external agencies

• This role requires flexibility to work across different clinical areas within the practice, adapting to varying patient needs and service demands. You will work both independently within your scope of practice and collaboratively as part of the wider healthcare team.The successful candidate will demonstrate compassion, professionalism, and commitment to delivering excellent patient care while continuously developing their skills and knowledge in primary care nursing.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in healthcare setting prior to foundation degree training Post-registration experience as a Nursing Associate Experience in patient assessment and care planning

Desirable

• Experience in Primary care or community healthcare
• Experience using System one
• Chronic disease management and health promotion.

Qualifications

Essential

• - NMC registration as a Nursing Associate Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent Current NMC PIN and professional indemnity
• - Qualified in Phlebotomy

Desirable

• - Wound care knowledge including compression bandaging and Doppler
• - Qualified in Long term conditions e.g. Asthma & Diabetes
• - NHS Health Checks trained.

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

Downton Surgery

Address

Downton Surgery

Moot Lane

Downton

Salisbury

SP5 3JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Deputy Practice Manager will support the Practice Manager and GP Partners in the effective day-to-day management of The Shrubberies Medical Centre, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe and patient-centred services.

The post holder will provide leadership and operational support to the reception and administrative teams, helping to ensure the smooth running of practice services and maintaining high standards of patient care and customer service.

Key responsibilities include supporting staff recruitment, induction, supervision and performance management; managing patient complaints and feedback; monitoring appointment capacity and access; supporting compliance with CQC standards, NHS contractual requirements, information governance and health and safety regulations; and assisting with practice policies, procedures and quality improvement initiatives.

The Deputy Practice Manager will play an active role in workforce planning, rota management, staff training compliance, service development and business continuity planning. They will also support the monitoring of practice performance, including Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF), Enhanced Services and other contractual targets.

The role requires close working relationships with clinicians, administrative staff, Primary Care Network (PCN) colleagues, NHS organisations and other healthcare partners to ensure efficient service delivery and continuous improvement across the practice.

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, solve problems effectively and support a positive and collaborative team culture.

In the absence of the Practice Manager, the Deputy Practice Manager will deputise as required and undertake other appropriate duties consistent with the responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Mathematics (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent
• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Good standard of literacy, numeracy and IT skills

Desirable

• Leadership, Management or Business Administration qualification
• AMSPAR qualification
• ILM Management qualification or equivalent
• Human Resources qualification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a supervisory or management role
• Experience working within a GP practice, Primary Care, NHS or healthcare setting
• Experience leading and supporting staff teams
• Experience managing patient complaints and resolving complex issues
• Experience implementing and improving administrative systems and processes
• Experience working with confidential and sensitive information
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Deputy Practice Manager, Assistant Practice Manager or Senior Practice Administrator
• Experience using EMIS Web
• Experience supporting CQC compliance and inspections
• Experience monitoring QOF, Enhanced Services or other NHS performance targets
• Experience with staff recruitment, induction and performance management
• Experience of rota management and workforce planning

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to lead and motivate staff
• Understanding of confidentiality, GDPR and Information Governance
• Professional, approachable and adaptable manner
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and excellent customer service
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity at all times
• Willingness to undertake further training and development
• Satisfactory Enhanced DBS check

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS Primary Care contracts and services
• Understanding of Health and Safety requirements within healthcare
• Knowledge of employment legislation and HR processes
• Experience of project management and service improvement initiatives
• Understanding of Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and wider NHS systems
• This specification will allow applicants to be scored effectively during shortlisting and interviews for the Deputy Practice Manager role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrubberies Medical Centre

Address

12 The Shrubberies

George Lane

South Woodford

E18 1BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful applicant will undertake the full range of general practice duties, including:

• Routine GP consultations
• Telephone and online consultations
• Home visits where appropriate
• Participation in practice meetings and clinical governance activities
• Supporting the ongoing development of high-quality patient services

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with current GMC registration and licence to practice.
• Included on the NHS Performers List.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Commitment to professional development and clinical governance.
• Focused on general practice primary care, and the treatment of patients.
• Able to work in the UK without additional licence / sponsorship.
• Experienced in the use of SystmOne.

Desirable

• Experience using Systm Connect.
• Interest in service development or a clinical special interest.
• Experience in mentoring / supervising teaching trainees / students.
• Understanding of QOF and wider NHS primary care priorities.

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

Westbrook Medical Centre

Address

Westbrook Medical Centre

301-302 Westbrook Centre

Westbrook

Warrington

Cheshire

WA5 8UF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About you

We are seeking an experienced medical leader who can demonstrate:

• Specialist registration and experience as a General Practitioner.
• Significant experience of working with community services.
• A strong track record of delivering improvements in quality, patient safety and patient experience.
• Experience of working at senior level across complex healthcare organisations and systems.
• Exceptional leadership, engagement and influencing skills.
• Experience of managing change and leading service transformation.
• A commitment to developing community medical services.
• Strong partnership working skills across health, social care and voluntary sector organisations.
• The ability to inspire teams and create a culture of continuous improvement and clinical excellence.

You will be a credible practitioner and leader within community services and a passion for delivering outstanding care for patients and communities.

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered as General practitioner with the General Medical Council
• Satisfactory record of continuous professional development
• Experience of clinical leadership and of participation in service development opportunities

Desirable

• Management qualification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• A current or previous management role

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The post holder will be practicing autonomously as an Advanced Practitioner to provide patient-centred quality care. The Advanced Practitioner will work within the multi-professional framework for advanced clinical practice in England (HEE 2017). The post holder will dedicate 80% of their time to clinical duties and 20% to leadership and management, education and research activities, encompassing the four pillars of advanced practice, with duties spanning each of these to include but not limited to independent clinical assessment of complex patients with a range of colorectal cancers; developing and actioning management plans; independent non-medical prescribing; teaching and education of colleagues across the Trust; service development, active involvement in audit and participation in clinical supervision; working within the MDT; general surgical oncall responsibilities covering inpatient and surgical SDEC flow; advanced clinical procedures applicable to role. The post holder will work collaboratively with the Advanced Practitioners/ Consultant/ Service/operational lead. They will work with a high degree of autonomy and employ complex decision making and demonstrate core practice capabilities and area specific clinical competence.

The role will be based at NDDH

The role also has responsibilities for supporting the general surgical on call team working estimated 1 in 5 weeks.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Karin Pansell, Consultant Surgeon Colorectal & Medical Lead for Emergency General Surgery on [email protected] or Lizzy Elsey, Consultant Surgeon & Medical Lead for Colorectal on [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of autonomous clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
• Excellent communication and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to recognise limitations of competence and seek appropriate advice.
• Experience working in General Practice.
• Experience of autonomous clinical assessment and decision-making.
• Experience managing acute and long-term conditions.

Desirable

• Knowledge of EMIS.
• Experience leading service improvement or audits.

Qualifications

Essential

• Current NMC registration.
• Advanced Clinical Practice/Advanced Nurse Practitioner qualification or equivalent.
• Independent prescribing qualification.
• Significant post-registration clinical experience.

Desirable

• Experience with chronic disease 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

The Village Surgeries, Croston and Eccleston

Address

Doctors Lane

Eccleston

Preston

PR7 5RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Open up surgery, switching on clinicians PCs and ensuring everything is set up for the day
• Ensure building security, have thorough knowledge of doors, windows and alarms
• Keep reception and waiting rooms areas tidy
• Booking appointments face to face and over the phone and signposting to ensure the patient is booked with the right person, in the right place at the right time
• Checking patients in for appointments and directing to appropriate waiting area
• Receiving and recording requests for home visits, DN visits, telephone consultations and taking messages
• Giving normal test results to patients or chasing up when necessary
• Access incoming emails via generic inbox , online consultations and web contacts signposting and taking all the appropriate actions
• Work face-to-face as part of the CMP urgent care team currently based at Ethelbert Road - to ensure triage and administrative lists are dealt with appropriately
• Completing patient registrations and adding details on to the computer when necessary
• Data input of new patient questionnaires
• Supporting GP Links processes such as preparing notes for sending off, filing incoming notes and ensuring filed medical records are accurately stored
• Process patients change of address, numbers, etc.
• Process prescription requests in accordance with practice guidelines including filing prescriptions and recording in pharmacy book
• Filing prescriptions and recording in pharmacy book
• Handing completed repeat prescriptions to patients, checking name and address
• Receiving and recording payments for medicals, insurance reports, etc
• General administrative tasks
• Making sure there is good supply of, and printing when necessary, practice leaflets, new patient questionnaires, change of address forms etc
• Monitoring the clinics and letting patients know when delays and clinicians when late visits, etc added
• Completing DN referrals and emailing to referral centre
• Helping to assist with general enquiries
• Answer incoming calls in a timely manner as per practice protocol
• Check room availability for all clinicians each day and ensure check in screen shows any changes
• Be able to cover all care navigator roles as required including extended hour surgeries
• Have knowledge of and work in accordance with practice policies and procedures
• Pulling/filing notes as necessary
• Scan and photocopy as required
• Ensure post and clinical forms are correctly filed and waiting for collection
• Ensuring accurate recording of information using the practice clinical systems
• Ensuring effective handover of matters outstanding to the incoming receptionists at end of shift
• Make sure post tray is cleared every evening
• Complete team EMIS & DOCMAN tasks
• Contacting patients on the doctors behalf to arrange follow up appointments, prescription collections, test results etc
• Ordering ambulances as and when required by the clinician
• Chaperone for clinicians
• Greeting visitors and asking them to sign the visitors book, informing appropriate managers/colleagues of their presence and, when necessary, show or direct them to the appropriate place ensuring passes/fobs are returned on leaving CMP
• Adding patient lists to the practice computer system for visiting consultants/therapists
• Passing on correct contact information when patients enquire about non CMP clinics
• Taking deliveries or directing to relevant department
• Any other duties commensurate with the role

The above list of duties is not exhaustive and may be subject to change as deemed necessary

Person Specification

General

Essential

• Must have own transport to travel between sites

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education with good literacy and numeracy skills.

Desirable

• Up to date with mandatory and role specific training.

Experience

Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly organised and excellent attention to detail.
• Time management and ability to prioritise workload.
• Knowledge of EMIS Web Clinical System and Docman.
• Ability to extract relevant information from conversations to pass on.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to follow policy and procedures.
• Accuracy in recording data.

Desirable

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

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

Canterbury Medical Practice

Address

Patrixbourne Road

Bridge

Canterbury

Kent

CT4 5BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To carry out basic assessments of patients needs as directed by Qualified Clinicians
• To carry out mobility and transfer assessments for specific pieces of equipment as requested by therapy or nursing staff and report back to qualified member of the team regarding the need for further input.
• To be able to identify more complex issues that need assessment by qualified clinician.
• To implement therapy programmes (as prescribed by the OT or PT) both to individuals and provide feedback to therapists.
• To carry out programmes devised by therapists using a range of techniques which the post holder has been deemed competent to do.
• To review patient progress and provide feedback at all stages of patients progress in caseload discussions.
• To work jointly with clinicians in cases which are complex and may require physical moving and handling as part of their rehabilitation.
• To be responsible for assessing and managing clinical risk in relation own caseload, seeking guidance where appropriate.
• Will not attempt any procedure without appropriate training and being deemed as competent to carry it out
• To contribute to the evaluations of therapeutic interventions including planning discharge:
• To set/ review SMART goals with patients, adapting them as the patient progresses.
• To be able to monitor progress with appropriate outcome measures, adjusting treatment as appropriate.
• To be able to prioritise work - load:
• To plan day-to-day workload.
• To be able to identify factors involved in making decisions with regard to prioritisation.
• To be able to prioritise the referrals to rehabilitation assistants on a daily basis.
• To provide support to clients, their carers, and other professionals involved in a patients care journey:
• To use listening skills and be aware of the issues and of how to respond to questions and anxieties. This requires empathy, sensitivity and good interpersonal skills, especially when a patient has barriers to understanding.
• To liaise with family, carers or other involved with a patients care in order to teach exercise programmes for them to supervise.
• To participate in the multi-disciplinary team within the Dorking Primary care Network Service.
• 7. To adhere to organisational standards for documentation / writing notes:
• To maintain timely patient progress notes on EMIS / Systm1
• To abide by the record keeping standards of SDHC
• To be involved in service projects and developments
• To contribute to and support any projects for improving the Community Therapy service.
• To keep clinical skills updated by attending study days and training.
• To maintain personal and professional development
• To take part in CPD
• Attend in-service training above.
• To participate in SDHCs appraisal scheme and formulate a personal development plan.
• To participate in Clinical supervision.
• To fulfil any specific tasks as requested by the Team Leader or other therapist
• To maintain complete confidentiality of all information concerning patients that may be known or acquired in the course of work as per SDHC policy.
• To adhere to all policies and procedures of the Community Therapy Service.

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification for more details

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent English and Maths
• Broad based educational achievement

Desirable

• Care certificate

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience working in the NHS or similar healthcare settings
• Experience working with families and carers in a supporting role
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, including the duty to protect children and vulnerable adults and actively promote their welfare.

Desirable

• Experience working with individuals with cognitive, communication, or behavioural impairments
• Experience working in a rehab setting
• Experience in using alternative communication strategies (e.g., visual aids, supported conversation approaches)

Skills

Essential

• Effective communication skills - verbal and written
• Able to work effectively with minimal supervision in a busy environment
• Ability to work within agreed competency framework
• Computer literate, with the ability to use clinical systems following appropriate training

Desirable

• Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, empathy, and a supportive approach to work
• Ability to motivate patients with complex needs
• Good problem-solving skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Able to move supplies when needed and to bend, reach and assist in the manual handling of patients
• Punctual in a work environment
• Good interpersonal skills to work with patients, carers and colleagues
• Valid licence to drive in UK with access to a car for business use

Desirable

• Interest in professional development within neuro rehabilitation
• Awareness of emerging technologies, including AI and digital tools, and the ability to apply relevant advances to support rehabilitation practice and improve patient outcomes
• Ability to motivate patients and self

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

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Epsom General Hospital

Dorking Road

Epsom

KT18 7EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Person Specification

Educations, Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent level of education, training or experience as a Registered General Nurse

Desirable

• Independent prescribing or interest in gaining qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• 2 years experience working in a NHS setting
• Experience of respiratory patients
• Home Oxygen pathway knowledge/ interpretation of blood gases

Desirable

• Community care experience

Skills

Essential

• Advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Management of complex respiratory patients with COPD and patients requiring oxygen
• Autonomous working using decision making skills with clinical curiosity

Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Passionate and committed to bring our Dedicated to Excellence values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality diversity and inclusion of our staff, patients and service users

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN168UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)