Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

Has continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people with mental health problems in the community. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of a Core CMHT.

Key Result Areas:

Management of own caseload in line with C.P.A. procedures and risk management protocols.

Provision of leadership to the Core Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to

people and carers.

• Supervision and support of other team members.
• Participation in service development and clinical governance structures.

Professional:

1. Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred.

1. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers.
2. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved.
3. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
4. Advises and supports the person and carers to promote health and well-being and to prevent illness.
5. Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be required.
6. Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and community.
7. Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
8. Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates in the team duty rota.
9. Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
10. Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team leader

Administrative:

1. Maintains accurate patient care records in accordance with professional codes of conduct and trust procedures and ensures records are made available when required by the appropriate agency.

2. Participates in the formulation of policies at unit level.

3. Maintains accurate mileage records.

4. Manages caseload with due economy of cost and time.

5. Ensures safe carriage, storage and administration of drugs prescribed (registered nurses only).

6. Responsible for the ordering of stock with due economy.

7. Produces monthly statistics in line with trust directives.

8. Keeps the Management Team and colleagues informed of developments relevant to the area of responsibility.

Education:

1. Supervises students and trainees on placement.

1. Assists in the teaching and in-service training of staff.
2. Is conversant with current trends in clinical practice.
3. Participates and accepts delegated responsibility in research and clinical audit as required.
4. Attends courses or training sessions relevant to the updating of knowledge and experience.

Personnel:

1. Promotes an understanding of mental health and well being.

1. Ensures health and safety regulations are observed.
2. Attends mandatory training sessions as directed by the Trust.
3. Participates in the values based induction and the annual appraisal process.
4. Attends team meetings.
5. Supports the Trusts commitment to a healthy work-life balance.

Trust Values:

The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values:

We put the person first and in the centre

We know that families and carers matter

We are respectful, honest, open and transparent

We improve and aim to be outstanding

We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow

Safeguarding:

Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.

Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.

Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:

All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:

ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;

maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;

understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;

comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;

receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;

understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;

recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;

ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;

comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);

demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;

abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;

work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.

adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;

being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;

Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promply;

In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.

This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working within a mental health setting.
• Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems.
• Experience of supporting/mentoring and supervising colleagues/students/trainees.
• Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
• Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
• Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
• Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic techniques.
• Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
• Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand.
• Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals e.g. practitioners within long term conditions, primary care.
• Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs.

Desirable

• Experience of working holistically with Adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impact on wellbeing.

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN Current NMC registration.
• Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration.
• Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
• Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate.

Physical Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Time management.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, resourcefulness.
• A willingness to work flexibility to meet the needs of service users and the team including extended hours.
• A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) Professional attitude.
• Leadership skills.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act and Safeguarding.
• Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
• Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers.
• Can evidence awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
• Ability to act up in the absence of the team leader.
• Knowledge of audit processes.
• Experience of carer services/ issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder.

Training

Essential

• Assessment and care planning skills.
• Risk assessment and risk management.
• Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training.

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Single Point of Access (SPA) Lundwood Health Centre

Littleworth Lane, Lundwood

Barnsley

S Yorkshire

S71 5RG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Business Admin NVQ or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ Customer Service L3

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a busy office environment.

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Ysbyty Gwynedd

Penrhosgarnedd

Bangor

LL57 2PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be supervised and managed by Dr Majella Byrne, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. The role will be based at the Bethlem Royal Hospital on the National Psychosis Unit.

Key Responsibilities (see detailed job description for the post):

KR 1 Clinical and Client Care

To provide specialist psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for clients (individuals, couples, families and social networks of people with psychosis and complex mental health needs) in the National Psychosis Unit.

To provide culturally appropriate psychological or psychotherapeutic interventions with carers or families of referred clients when required.

To assess and monitor risk and draw up appropriate risk management plans.

To provide neuropsychological assessment and reports.

To provide reports, including relevant formulation, opinion and interventions, in order to inform referrers and, where appropriate, service users and their families.

To select and deliver evidence-based specialist therapeutic interventions, drawing from a spectrum of ideas and models, monitoring outcome and modifying and adapting interventions as necessary, based on the highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, couple, family or group.

To promote psychological support for carers (or families as appropriate) of referred clients.

KR 2 Contributing to team or service clinical functioning

To contribute to the effective working of the National Psychosis Unit and to a psychologically/psychotherapeutically informed framework for the service.

To contribute to the team or services delivery of accessible and acceptable services to diverse local communities.

To be proactive in challenging discrimination and support the development of culturally competent services.

To liaise with referrers, GPs and other professionals concerned with clients in order to develop and review care plans.

To liaise with the service/s MDT and other professionals.

KR 3 Policy and service development

• To implement policies and procedures in own area of work, and to propose improvements or beneficial changes.
• To contribute to service development through undertaking and participating in appropriate projects.
• To contribute to the consultation and engagement of service users in planning and delivering services which meet the needs of local communities.

KR 4 Care or management of resources

• To take care of, and use carefully, the Trusts equipment and physical resources.
• To ensure that the post-holder has sufficient resources by estimating future needs and requesting or ordering supplies as needed.
• To ensure the cleanliness and safe functioning and use of equipment that will be used by clients or other persons.
• To monitor and advise clients on the safe use of materials and processes.
• To ensure adequate confidential and safe storage for artefacts produced during the therapy process in line with professional guidelines.
• To be responsible for obtaining, storing and maintaining all materials and equipment for the provision of therapy in work setting within budgetary constraints.

KR 5 Management and supervision

• To be responsible for the allocation and/or clinical supervision of the work of more junior psychological practitioners with support from a more senior practitioner.
• To supervise trainee psychological practitioners within own area of specialism having completed the relevant Supervision Training.
• To contribute to the appraisal of more junior psychological practitioners as appropriate.
• To contribute to the recruitment of more junior psychological practitioners as appropriate.
• To provide supervision for the psychological and/or psychotherapeutic work of other multi-disciplinary staff as appropriate.

KR 6 Teaching and Training

• To undertake occasional teaching and training of pre and post- qualification psychological practitioners, and specialised training to other professions as appropriate.
• To contribute to the development of the knowledge and skills base within the service by maintaining an active awareness of current developments in psychological therapy and by implementing knowledge gained in practice.
• To disseminate research and service evaluation findings through presentations and published articles.
• To disseminate research and service evaluation findings through presentations and published articles.

KR 7 Record-keeping and Information Governance

• To ensure that all information generated by own work is recorded as required by Trust policies and local procedures.
• To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing, according to professional and Trust guidelines, including electronic data entry.

KR 8 Research and development

• To initiate/undertake, support and supervise regular complex service evaluation and audits.
• To initiate, carry out, and support research as required.
• To initiate and implement the development of outcome measurement and assessment and assist other staff in the implementation of same.

KR 9 Maintaining professional standards and continuing professional development

• To receive regular clinical and professional supervision from a more senior psychological therapist according to professional body and Trust guidelines.
• To maintain own Continuing Professional Development in line with professional body and Trust Personal Development Plan requirements and professional Standards for Continuing Professional Development.
• To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current developments in professional and clinical practice and of relevant legislation and policies.
• To comply with professional body Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics/Standards of Proficiency.

KR10 General

• To travel to locations across the Trust when required.
• To be aware of risk relating to aggressive and challenging behaviour amongst the client group, and follow trust policies relating to its management.
• To respond appropriately and professionally to emotionally distressing situations (such as challenging behaviour, abuse etc) and to support others involved in such situations through Trust-wide approaches including Critical Incident Staff Support and Reflect-Support-Resolve.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• To have undertaken a recognised qualification in one of the core mental health professions, e.g. psychiatric nursing, clinical psychology, medicine, social work and occupational therapy OR to have equivalent relevant experience and demonstrable competence to work in the mental health field in the NHS.
• Entry-level qualification in applied psychological therapy/mental health/social welfare profession or equivalent and demonstrable practice in this field (professional Doctorate, or combination of MSc plus PG Diploma level/supervised practice/additional training) that has been accepted for the purposes of professional registration.
• For Psychologists: . Entry-level qualification in Applied Psychology (professional Doctorate, or combination of MSc plus PG Diploma level additional training) that has been accepted by the HCPC for purposes of professional registration as a practitioner psychologist. For Family / Systemic Psychotherapists: Post-graduate qualification in relevant mental health/social welfare profession and demonstrable practice in this field PLUS Masters level qualification in Family and Systemic. For Family / Systemic Psychotherapists: Post-graduate qualification in relevant mental health/social welfare profession and demonstrable practice in this field PLUS Masters level qualification in Family and Systemic. Psychotherapy or equivalent qualification, accredited by UKCP. (A/I) ? For Psychotherapists: Entry-level qualification in Psychotherapy that has been accepted by the UKCP/ACP/BABCP (specify which, according to nature of post) for purposes of professional registration. For Arts Therapists: Masters Degree (or equivalent) in Arts Therapy or Dance Movement Therapy. (or specify Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Dramatherapy or Dance Movement Therapy).
• Training in CBT for Psychosis.
• Training in Family Interventions in Psychosis.

Desirable

• Completed training course in clinical supervision and/or accredited to supervise qualified psychological practitioners in relevant discipline.

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of having worked as a clinical specialist under supervision in the field of psychosis.
• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature in the context of psychosis.
• Experience of supervising assistants and trainees having completed the relevant training.
• Post-qualification experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities.

Desirable

• Experience of carrying out post-qualification research, audit or service evaluation projects).
• Experience of working with neurodiversity

Knowledge

Essential

• Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the treatment of psychosis.
• Advanced knowledge of the theory of psychological therapy and it's therapeutic application to people with psychosis. Associated awareness of assessment and clinical psychometrics.
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health issues, child and adult protection, and equalities.
• Knowledge of factors affecting acceptability and accessibility of mental health care.
• To deliver psychological/psychotherapeutic therapy across cultural and other differences.

Desirable

• Doctoral/MSc level knowledge of psychological research methodology and statistical analysis.

Qualifications

Essential

• To have training in neuropsychological assessment and interpretation.

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bethlem Royal Hospital

National Psychosis Unit (NPU), Fitzmary 2 Bethlem Royal Hospital, Monks Orchard Road, Beckenham, BR3 3BX

London

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

The purpose of the job is to work autonomously to provide general secretarial and administrative support to the Practice, Doctors and Health Professionals, involving word processing and audio typing skills with general clerical work.

Key duties and responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of a secretary / administrator. There may be occasions when there is a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent on factors such as workload, staffing levels and direction of the Practice Manager:

• Process referrals done by members of the clinical team using Electronic Referral System (ERS)
• Liaising with external agencies such as hospitals and community services to ensure referrals are processed efficiently and correspondence communicated in both directions
• Manage a variety of enquiries from the wider practice team and patients
• Update and maintain electronic referral templates and standard letters
• To provide an efficient typing and word processing service for Doctors and Health Professionals. This includes the typing of letters, reports, patient referrals, minutes, memorandums, etc. in an accurate and quality manner
• To assist the practice management team with all clerical and administrative duties
• To retrieve medical records, as necessary, and process private reports
• File patient records and correspondence in patient medical records, as necessary and add Snomed codes
• To receive incoming, and initiate outgoing telephone calls, in order to facilitate timely and appropriate communications with others, taking messages and dealing with appropriate queries
• To assist with the gathering of statistics and information when required which may include carrying out searches
• Submit claims based on activity completed at the practice
• To arrange and attend meetings, take minutes as required
• To monitor the practice shared emails inboxes
• To monitor worklists on ERS
• Summarising of medical records
• Assist with registration processes as required
• To monitor and process the workflow/tasks inboxes aligned with the role
• To provide cover for members of the secretarial and administrative team during periods of sickness and annual leave
• To apply practice policies, standards and guidance and amend if requested
• Any other responsibilities that may be relevantto the role of Secretary / Administrator.

Please refer to the attached job description for full details

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of secondary education
• Demonstrable commitment to professional development
• Excellent keyboard and IT skills,
• Ability to prioritise workload in a methodical and logical manner
• High level of written and oral communication skills

Desirable

• IT qualification
• Medical terminology qualification

Experience

Essential

• Working in a healthcare setting
• Administrative and clerical duties
• Dealing with public/patients
• Working as a part of a team
• Ability to prioritise workload in a methodical and logical manner

Desirable

• Working in a GP practice
• Experience of completing subject access request
• Experience of minute taking

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

Sett Valley Medical Centre

Address

Hyde Bank Road

New Mills

High Peak

Derbyshire

SK22 4BP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities:

• To be responsible for organising and prioritising own and others workload in the day-to-day allocation of work. • To deputise when required in the team manager’s absence and delegate appropriately to other medical staff. • To have organisational knowledge relating to Trust protocols and procedures and adhere to them. • To be responsible for providing accurate records of information required by the Trust for audit purposes. • To ensure effective risk management at team level by accident/incident reporting, assessing, and controlling risk and ensuring residual risks are added to the Trust’s risk register.

Clinical Skills: • To act as an autonomous, registered practitioner who is legally and professionally accountable for own unsupervised actions guided by the professional code of conduct and Trust guidelines and protocols. • The post holder will have full registration with a licence to practice on the General Medical Council (GMC). • Further professional knowledge will have been gained through accredited courses, workshops, study, and in-house training programmes. • To be responsible, and accountable, for service delivery to clients/patients. • To be able to assess and develop care plans to meet the complex needs of patients with a variety of conditions. This includes chronic, acute, and palliative care within own competencies, recognising own limitations and seeking advice when necessary. This will include continuously evaluating and acting on outcomes. • To be able to initiate referrals to other health professional specialist services and agencies. • To provide patients and relatives with information and education thus ensuring they have meaningful choices that promote dignity, independence, and quality of life. • To ensure practice is supported by research, evidence-based practice, literature, and peer review.

Training & Supervision: • To act as clinical supervisor to junior colleagues (FY/CT/GPVTS/ST), providing effective education, facilitating their development, and promoting high standards of medical care. • Ensure junior colleagues are actively supported to enable them to achieve their learning needs. • To ensure own continued professional development and support a culture of lifelong learning in self and others. • To undertake, and assist, in the planning of own mandatory training and workshops. • To undertake a regular appraisal, developing a personal development plan that includes clinical competencies reflecting the health needs of the local population and relates to Trust strategy. • To support new staff and their integration within the team. • To support training as part of the role including changes to professional development and implementation of new policies and guidelines.

Who to contact for informal inquiries:

Medical Director: Dr Sarah Dracass, email [email protected]

Associate Medical Director: Dr Viviana Porcari,, email [email protected]

Medical Staffing: [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Inclusion in, or eligibility for inclusion in the Specialist Register for Psychiatry or within 6 months of obtaining CCT
• Approved Clinician status, or eligibility for it.

Desirable

• Endorsement in Liaison Psychiatry
• Postgraduate qualification

Experience

Essential

• Mastery in the management of a broad range of mental disorders in adults
• Application Form
• Interview
• Experience in managing patients from different cultural backgrounds.
• Working with interpreters and translators.

Desirable

• An awareness of NHS strategic and clinical governance priorities.
• Understanding of change 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.

Employer details

Employer name

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Stapleford House

Chelmsford

Essex

CM2 0QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

***Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification, for full details of responsibilities***

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Registrations

Essential

• First degree (2:1 or higher) in psychology or other relevant subject and excellent academic record

Desirable

• Masters degree qualification in mental health research or other relevant social science
• Training in Good Clinical Practice

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills
• Essential IT skills (i.e. MS Office)
• An ability to maintain accurate records, collect clinical data and produce reports
• Self-motivation, the ability to work on own initiative, as well as work to deadlines

Desirable

• Skills in using research data software e.g. NVivo or SPSS

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Experience working with adults with moderate to severe mental disorders and of recruiting participants with anxiety, depression or trauma into research studies
• Experience of conducting interviews in a research or clinical context, using standardized, patient-reported outcome measures
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems and other disabilities (through personal, work or other experience)
• Good understanding of quantitative research data

Desirable

• Working with diverse groups of people

General

Essential

• To be flexible and willing to work as part of a team as well as work remotely when required
• Strong desire to work with people with anxiety, depression and trauma and their carers to facilitate research recruitment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Camden and Islington Early Intervention in Psychosis Services

4 Greenland Road, London

London

NW1 0AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deliver skilled practical care to all patients and participate in the monitoring, planning and delivery of individualised patient care.

With guidance from senior staff, assess situations that arise in the peri-operative environment.

Actively support the implementation of Evidence Based Practice and participate in clinical audits as required.

To participate, as required, in out of hours cover, which may include on call cover and rotation onto night duty.

Have an awareness of stock control; support Team Leaders in appropriate stock management.

Input data onto the TMIS system, in order that statistics/patient activity may be accurately compiled.

Ensure all equipment and instruments are maintained in accordance with manufacturers guidelines, document and report any faults immediately to senior staff.

Attend/participate in unit /team meetings.

Support staff under your supervision (theatre support workers, trainee operating department practitioners, student nurses) and act as an effective role model.

Ensure rigorous adherence to infection control practices including hand hygiene and universal/standard precautions.

Ensure all theatre equipment and instruments required for the safe delivery of patient care are available and in working order prior to the commencement of an elective or emergency operating list.

Assist in the preparation and cleaning of the theatre suite, as per standard operating procedures.

Ensure all information pertaining to the patients identification and planned surgery is correct, as per departmental guidance.

Participate as a scrubbed member of the theatre team and carry out safety checks on swabs, instruments and needles in conjunction with a second person and reporting on the same to the surgeon, as per departmental policy.

Act as a circulating member of the operating team.

The post holder may be required to stand for long periods when assisting with surgical procedures and to have physical skill and dexterity when handling equipment.

Assist with the safe disposal of instrumentation and clinical waste e.g. body fluids, tissue at the end of surgery, as per departmental, Trust guidance.

Advise Unit Co-ordinator or person in charge of any proposed changes in the order of the operating list.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse, current NMC OR Registered ODP, current HCPC registration

Desirable

• Post registration qualification
• Teaching and assessing qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of being Nurse in charge

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and application of current nursing issues and healthcare governance
• Knowledge of Essence of Care
• Evidence of involvement in benchmarking

Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Ability to delegate work appropriately
• Ability to manage a team
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in changing environments
• Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing

Other

Essential

• Application of evidence based practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool

Mount Veron Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Standard Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed.

Please note: This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. In line with the UK Immigration Rules and Home Office Sponsorship Guidance, employers may only sponsor individuals for roles that meet strict eligibility, salary, and compliance requirements. Where a role does not meet these criteria, organisations are prohibited from assigning a Certificate of Sponsorship. Applicants must therefore already hold a valid immigration status and ongoing right to work in the UK in order to be considered.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including English and Maths or equivalent
• NVQ Level 3 in Administration (or equivalent qualification /experience)

Desirable

• A levels
• IT qualifications (E.g. ECDL or equivalent)

Experience / Knowledge

Essential

• Previous experience in an administrative role, preferably within a healthcare setting.
• Experience communicating with patients, members of the public and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information appropriately
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applicatons, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Experience maintaining accurate electronic records or databases
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively within a busy environment

Desirable

• Previous healthcare experience
• Experience using patient administration systems (PAS) or clinical databases such as Infoflex.
• Experience working within a screening programme, cancer service or patient pathway environment.
• Understanding of NHS cancer pathways or waiting time standards

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicae effectively in writing and verbally
• Ability to manage telephone and email enquiries professionally
• Accurate keyborad and data entry skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail when managing patient information
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

Desirable

• Experience using electronic document management or scanning systems.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone Hospital

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are in a position to advertise for a salaried GPs to join a well-established team of Healthcare Professionals.

We are a GMS practice and provider of excellent clinical services to a population of 8000 plus and growing.

Essential Requirements

We are looking for Salaried GPs, ideally currently within a GP Practice, Urgent Care, recently qualified or other appropriate clinical settings to cover triage on Thursdays. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

About the role

As a salaried GP you will be working within a cohesive team of fully supportive staff enabling you to focus on the quality of care of your patients, with a strong training ethos.

Duties within the role:

1. Undertake consultations with a range of patients as an autonomous practitioner taking a history, carrying out physical examination, and use clinical knowledge and judgement to identify potential diagnosis.

2. Utilise clinical knowledge and experience to provide competent care to meet the health and social care needs of patients.

3. Ensure all treatment provided are based on evidence and best practice.

4. Assist in clinical audit and the setting and monitoring of service standards.

5. Keep accurate and up-to-date records of patient consultations using appropriate clinical software.

6. Prescriptions.

7. Looking at blood test results.

8. Full triage responsibility

Key Information:

1. Innovation and development of services.

2. High QOF, KPIs and Enhanced Services targets consistently achieved.

3. All sites use EMIS Web clinical system and Docman 10.

4. Integrated telephony

5. Successful track record of additional service delivery as part of the local GP network, including Primary Care Network and other bespoke services.

What we are looking for:

1. Ideal candidates will be GPs who will hold the appropriate qualification

2. The successful candidate will require effective communication, clinical and problem-solving skills and be self-motivated.

3. Within this position you will be required to demonstrate reliable clinical reasoning and have a positive enthusiastic approach to working within our multi-disciplinary team.

4. Deliver against all GMS requirements

What we can offer you:

1. We offer a competitive salary (indemnity fees paid in addition to salary

2. A tailored comprehensive induction programme and we provide a supportive working environment with an appropriate on call clinician for support and advice.

3. We also offer highest possible governance support, an excellent working environment

4. NHS Pension, maternity, sick and injury benefits

5. 6 weeks Annual Leave + 8 Public holidays

Workload Support:

Support from highly efficient and organised clinical, operational and HR teams which includes:

1. GPs

2. Practice Nurses

3. ANPs for face to face, triage and for visiting patients and coordinating care plans

4. Health Care Assistants

5. First Contact Practitioners

6. Clinical Pharmacists

7. Dedicated Back Office Team

8. Dedicated HR Team

9. IT team to support all clinicians

10. A diverse clinical team means that you will see the most relevant patients and benefit from reduced levels of paperwork.

Personal Development

1. Peer support and mentoring

Role Specific Competencies

1. Knowledge of Microsoft programmes.

2. Knowledge of systemone Clinical System

3. Reliable

4. Proactive and have a drive for success.

5. Planning and prioritising ones workload.

6. Flexibility and Adaptability.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 1.Ideal candidates will be GPs who will hold the appropriate qualification
• 2.Knowledge of Microsoft programmes.
• 3.Knowledge of EMIS Clinical System.
• 4. Professional registration needed.

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

Health and Beyond

Address

Swan Medical Centre

4 Willard Road

BIRMINGHAM

B25 8AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://healthandbeyond.healthcare/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We continue to reward our staff with competitive salaries and a great range of employee benefits. These include: - 25 days annual leave - pro rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays) and option to buy/sell - Private Healthcare (Benenden) - Company Pension Scheme - Life Assurance - Blue Light Card - Refer a Friend Scheme - CPD Opportunities - Wagestream - Reward Gateway - Cycle to Work Scheme - Smart Tech - EV Car Scheme These benefits are our way of saying thank you to our colleagues.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner

Experience

Desirable

• Further professional training/qualifications in specialist area

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

Cora Health Group Limited

Address

The Riverside Clinic

Brentford

Greater London

TW8 9DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description for further details:

• Along with relevant Advanced Clinical Pharmacists, provide a safe and effective specialist clinical pharmacy service to Aintree Hospital within a designated speciality for an agreed duration.
• Audit, monitor and develop medicines management within a designated speciality.
• Provide training and routine supervision for rotational band 6 pharmacists providing pharmacy services to the designated speciality.
• Assist the Assistant Clinical Director of Pharmacy, Clinical Services, in providing clinical training and supervision of other departmental staff.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Self-motivating and able to motivate/inspire others

Desirable

• Ability to affect and manage change

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational masters degree in pharmacy
• Membership of The General Pharmaceutical Council
• Diploma in clinical pharmacy or equivalent documented clinical experience

Desirable

• MRPharmS

Experience

Essential

• Post registration hospital experience
• Delivery of clinical pharmacy services to a range of specialties
• Commitment to continuing professional development / education

Knowledge

Essential

• Good all round clinical knowledge and practical clinical skills

Other

Desirable

• 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.

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Longmoor Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the detailed Job Description for full details and main responsibilities that are required for the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level registration NMC/Registered AHP HCPC
• Degree level qualification or equivalent in relevant discipline
• Evidence of education to Master's level or equivalent experience
• Significant evidence of post registration continued professional development
• Evidence of Leadership development

Desirable

• Post-graduate/registration Management or Training qualification /equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Significant management and leadership experience to including experience of working at a senior level
• Demonstrable experience of leading clinical innovation or leading change within clinical practice
• Demonstrable experience in , workforce planning, managing resources budgetary and financial management
• Demonstrable experience in development of Nursing/ therapies as professional in their practice
• Evidence of relevant involvement in meeting the Trust Quality and Patient Safety objectives
• Evidence of making operational judgements involving highly complex facts/ situations
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain high standards of care and team management over a sustained period.
• Evidence of networking ,working effectively across organisational and professional boundaries

Desirable

• Research experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Recent and extensive clinical, managerial and leadership credibility and experience
• Recent experience of managing complex professional matters/issues
• Financially astute/business-aware
• Understanding and appreciation of diversity
• Key issues and pace of change facing the NHS nationally and locally, assess and describe impact on the nursing professions and services.
• Principles and impact of the NHS Constitution

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of computerised financial, management, budgetary management, and workforce information systems
• Knowledge and understanding of governance arrangements and standards in the NHS and the wider health and social care economy

Skills

Essential

• Ability to function effectively at Trust Board and equivalent level
• Demonstrate leadership and management skills
• Ability to lead and manage complexity and unpredictability, to make difficult decisions and to solve problems
• Ability to self-start and prioritise own workload and that of others
• Ability to manage resources effectively (esp. financial and human)
• Ability to work collaboratively and strategically
• Systematic and analytical
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent presentation skills in both verbal and written forms
• Evidence of effective working relationships
• Highly developed problem-solving skills
• Competent with basic IT skills (word processing, spreadsheets etc)
• Good verbal and report writing skills
• Skilled negotiator

Other

Essential

• Patient focused
• Committed to the positive leadership and development of nursing, midwifery, and allied health professionals
• Professional maturity

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Lower Lane

Aintree

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Improving quality and outcomes

• To be an integrated member of the breast screening team and wider service who actively initiates new, and contributes to existing, improving uptake projects (by the breast screening service or local partners), ensuring that a quality service is provided to allservice users.
• Focuses on reducing health inequalities by developing and contributing to interventions by the service and external partners to improve uptake of screening by groups vulnerable to non-participation.
• Actively supports the screening team and contributes to achieving key performance indicators.
• Actively engages with system partners to improve screening uptake, providing key knowledge of the screening programme.
• Uses evidence and learns from best practice across the region and further afield (including other screening programmes) to inform work.
• Continually maintains records to be able to produce timely quarterly Screening Uptake reports and end of year reports which contribute to the overall service annual report.

Breast Screening Programme Specific Priorities Key priorities for the Improving Uptake Officer in breast screening include;

• Ensuring Prior Notification Lists (PNL) are returned to the breast screening programme prior to individuals being invited for screening.The PNL is a way practices can notify the breast screening programme of any individualswho may require reasonable adjustments to support them to access screening or who may need to be excluded from the programme. Examples of individuals who may need reasonable adjustments includes those who have: o a severe mental illnesso a learning disability o are transgendero require an Interpreter o had a bilateral mastectomyo a physical disability Working directly with PCNs/GP practices, the Improving Screening Uptake Officer will;
• Ensure the target for the return of the PNL from all GP practices is achieved (achievable target 90%; acceptable target 80%).
• Liaise with the ICB Place Leads and other colleagues to access support with achieving PNL targets.
• Supporting GP Practices to improve breast screening uptake targeting the practices with the lowest uptake rates:Reducing unwarranted variation in screening is key to reducing health inequalities. In advance of a mobile screening unit moving to a new location/a new screening round, the Improving Screening Uptake Officer will:

• Identify and contact at least the 10 lowest performing GP practices prior to a screening round.
• Liaise with colleagues at Place, Local Authority or practice level to identify ways to improve uptake e.g. by sharing resources and tools included in the Care Coordinator Screening toolkit (below) and providing support to GP practices/community champions to engage with specific target groups (e.g. nonresponders, first timers, specific population groups) by sharing relevant resources.
• Establish and agree a process to monitor and evaluate the impact of interventions.
• All individuals with a learning disability to receive a pre-appointment telephone call.
• All Individuals to be offered a reasonable adjustments plan and easy read materials.
• Monitor the number of individuals with a learning disability who take up the offer of screening.
• Develop an easy read patient satisfaction survey for individuals with a learning disability this can be done in collaboration with other C&M and L&SC ImprovingUptake Officers.
• Develop an Improving Uptake Plan that outlines key pieces of work to be undertaken over the following 6-12 months. The plan should be developed with support and input from the Programme Manager and be shared with the Operational Group (which includes representatives from Local Authorities). Progress updates on the plan should be given at subsequent operationalmeetings.
• Produce the Screening Uptake Quarterly report (outlined in Reporting Schedule) to include: o Number and type of direct contact/engagement/interventions with external partners including GP practices, local authorities, ICB Place and third sector community groups and evidence the impact interventions have delivered.o Rationale for interventions based on programme data/insight work e.g. specific GP practice, non-responders or particular population group.o Evaluation of intervention e.g. Number of non-responders that have attended a subsequent appointment change in percentage uptake by GP practice.o Lessons learned from work that impacts on wider screening service development and improvement.Enabling patient and public involvement
• To act as a champion for patients and support them in decision-making about screening participation.
• To ensure all public and patient contact is of the highest professional standard.
• Engage with community groups to offer breast screening promotion/education and awareness sessions.Promoting equality and reducing inequalities
• To uphold Trust/organisation policies and principles on the promotion of equality.
• To create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality.
• Implement the recommendations/learning from pilots from the NHS England North West Public Health team 2-year programme of work to improve uptake of screening by individuals with a learning disability. Developing an excellent organisation
• To ensure health, safety, and wellbeing of all staff within the department.
• To ensure compliance with all confidentiality and governance requirements within the department.
• The post holder will undertake any training required as relevant to the post.Project Management
• Work towards agreed performance objectives, actions and targets as contained in the improving uptake action plans, service plans and individual action plans.
• To collect patient data and input this as per information and governance protocols.
• To support evaluation and data processes as required by the screening programme.
• Analyse and report on data and utilise information to inform improving uptake initiatives.
• To participate in audits and research in aspects of improving uptake for breast screening as directed by the management team and present results.
• Organise events to promote the breast screening programme.Information and Communication Management Carry out timely and accurate information analysis and reporting on agreed areas of portfolio and present findings in an agreed manner. Develop and maintain databases required by the improving uptake role. Maintain administrative and information resources. To ensure that a wide range of national or approved material including links to onlineresources/leaflets in different formats ( e.g. Easy Read) and languages and other resources are available in the Breast Screening Department to support events. To facilitate effective engagement and communication between GP practices, local authorities and ICB Places and the general public across their specific geographical area. To attend Improving Uptake meetings / events and to feedback relevant information to the screening team. To attend monthly Programme and staff meetings to update the screening team with progress with activities. To contribute to the production, distribution, and collation of customer satisfaction questionnaires.
• Review national breast screening literature and update any local material relating to the project, to ensure the most up to date information is being communicated. Monitor the breast screening web pages on the Trust website in liaison with Management Team. Inform the Trust Communications team of any changes required. To source appropriate resources to support the breast screening improving uptake project. Under guidance from the Trust Communications team and the screening management team; use appropriate media for the promotion of the programme. Monitor commentsposted and reply (if appropriate) using pre agreed responses. Report any inappropriate comments to the Programme Manager/Head of Department.Planning and Organisation Under guidance from the Programme Manager, access site specific uptake data and demographic data to develop an understanding of the population groups not attending for screening and work with system partners i.e. Community groups/champions tounderstand the barriers that these population groups may face in accessing screening services. Implement a comprehensive improving uptake and communications plan raising awareness across communities/community groups serviced by the programme. Organise meetings or events and assist in the diary management requirements of individuals in connection with portfolio of work. To proactively contact service users and obtain an understanding as to the reasons why they have failed to attend for breast screening and implement interventions as appropriate to encourage the individual to engage. Support eligible individuals and where appropriate their family /carer to navigate through the breast screening pathway. To provide one to one education in-person or via telephone on the benefits of breast screening. Help the individual understand the information they are given, offering emotional support and rearranging appointments if necessary. To answer queries about screening, acquiring professional advice from screening colleagues in advance where needed. Demonstrate an awareness of the breast screening pathway and department protocols in supporting individuals. To manage own area and own time, working around group meetings outside of core hours as required. Working with public/health sector partners to plan and engage the voluntary, community and faith sector in promoting the uptake of the breast screening programme. To carry out other relevant activities appropriate to the post and adhere to levels of responsibility associated to said post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of work to improve health outcomes

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of administrative procedures, project management or information analysis.
• Basic knowledge of project principles
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skills

Essential

• Skills for communication on complex information and administrative matters, requiring developed interpersonal and oral/ written communication skills.
• Has attention to detail, able to work accurately, identifying errors quickly and easily
• Has a planned and organised approach with an ability to prioritise their own workload to meet deadlines
• Project management skills.
• Skills for manipulating information
• Advanced keyboard skills, use of a range of software.
• Ability to work without supervision. Able to work on own initiative, organising and prioritising own and others workloads to changing and often tight deadlines.

Desirable

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to re-prioritise.
• Ability to pull together comprehensive draft reports, data and letters. Negotiating, networking and persuasive skills

Other

Essential

• Commitment to and focused on quality, promotes high standards in all they do.
• Able to make a connection between their work and the benefit to patients and the public
• Consistently thinks about how their work can help and support clinicians and frontline staff deliver better outcomes for patients
• Works well with others , is positive and helpful , listens, involves, respects and learns from the contribution of others
• Consistently looks to improve what they do, look for successful tried and tested ways of working, and also seeks out innovation
• An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust and an awareness of information governance requirements and data protection

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to detailed job description attached

The role of the ward clerk is to answer phone and deal with patient enquires. file notes, ensure documentation is correct ordering documentation required for the ward.

Ensuring the digital boards are correct with consultant information. Using the IPM system making sure patient has been arrived for their appointment and new appointments given, sending out appointment letters .

The Housekeeper will work as an integral part of the ward teams. He/she will be responsible for the co-ordination of all patient facilities services in the ward areas and ensure a clean, safe and comfortable environment.The main elements of the role are ensuring the delivery of cleaning, catering, and minor maintenance, together with other specified tasks to meet individual patient needs as determined by the ward sister/charge nurse.The postholder will be required to work closely with contractors and support service departments. He/she will monitor quality standards, report deficiencies and take appropriate action.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 2/equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Suitable work / life experience

Desirable

• Previous experience in a caring role

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly in written & spoken word
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting

Desirable

• Basic Computer Skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool University Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description Medical Receptionist

Job Title: Medical ReceptionistHours: 26 hours per weekResponsible to: Practice Manager / Deputy Practice Manager

To provide a professional, efficient and welcoming reception service to patients and support the smooth day-to-day running of the practice.

The Medical Receptionist is often the first point of contact for our patients and therefore plays an important role in their experience of the practice. The successful candidate will need to communicate with compassion and professionalism while maintaining confidentiality and dealing effectively with a busy and varied workload.

• Answer incoming telephone calls and deal with patient enquiries appropriately.
• Use care navigation skills to help patients access the most appropriate member of the healthcare team or service.
• Book, amend and cancel appointments in accordance with practice procedures.
• Process requests and enquiries from patients, clinicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Accurately record and update patient information on the clinical system.
• Assist patients with general queries and explain practice procedures and available services.
• Manage incoming correspondence, tasks and electronic communications and direct these to the appropriate person or team.
• Liaise with hospitals, pharmacies, community services and other healthcare providers when required.
• Assist with administrative duties including scanning, filing, document processing and other general office tasks.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times and comply with information governance and data protection requirements.
• Recognise potentially urgent situations and escalate concerns appropriately in accordance with practice procedures.
• Deal with challenging or sensitive situations calmly, professionally and compassionately.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, healthcare professionals, reception colleagues and the wider practice team.
• Attend team meetings, training sessions and protected learning events as required.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role to support the effective running of the practice.

The contracted hours for this position are 26 hours per week, worked as follows:

Monday: 8:30am 4:40pmTuesday: 8:30am 2:00pmWednesday: 8:30am 4:30pmThursday: 8:30am 2:00pmFriday: Usual non-working day

Flexibility is an important requirement of this position. Although Friday will normally be your non-working day, you will be required to work on Fridays when necessary to provide annual leave cover for other members of the reception team.

The post holder will have access to confidential information relating to patients, their families, practice staff and other healthcare professionals. All information must be treated in the strictest confidence and handled in accordance with practice policies, UK GDPR and relevant legislation.

All employees have a responsibility to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of colleagues, patients and visitors. The post holder will be expected to follow practice health and safety procedures and report any concerns appropriately.

The practice is committed to providing an inclusive environment for patients and staff. The post holder must treat everyone with dignity and respect and support the practice's commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

The successful candidate will receive appropriate induction and training and will be expected to participate in ongoing training and development relevant to their role.

Previous experience within a GP practice or NHS environment would be advantageous; however, we also welcome applications from candidates with strong customer service, reception or administrative experience who have the right attitude and are willing to learn.

This job description is intended as a guide to the main responsibilities of the role and may be amended from time to time to reflect the changing needs of the practice and primary care.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a customer-facing, reception, administrative or similar role.
• Experience of dealing with members of the public both face-to-face and over the telephone.
• Experience of working as part of a team.
• Experience of managing a busy and varied workload.
• Experience of using IT systems and accurately entering or processing information.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within a GP practice, primary care or another NHS/healthcare setting.
• Experience using a GP clinical system such as SystmOne.
• Previous experience of care navigation or signposting patients to appropriate healthcare services.
• Knowledge of NHS primary care services and how a GP practice operates.
• Previous training or experience in information governance, confidentiality or data protection.

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education, including English and Maths or equivalent.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic IT skills and confidence using computer systems.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within a GP practice, primary care or another NHS/healthcare setting.
• Experience using a GP clinical system such as SystmOne.
• Previous experience of care navigation or signposting patients to appropriate healthcare services.
• Knowledge of NHS primary care services and how a GP practice operates.
• Previous training or experience in information governance, confidentiality or data protection.

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

Salisbury House Surgery

Address

Lake Street

Leighton Buzzard

Bedfordshire

LU7 1RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will:

* Provide Physiotherapy assessments and interventions to individuals requiring Physiotherapy within the Complex Care at Home service.

* Undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner with support and guidance from the Physiotherapy Professional Lead and Clinical Specialists Physiotherapists within the trust

*Provide advice and support for all members of the MDT involved in the patient's care. For example, Matrons and Wellbeing Coordinators within the CC@H service.

* Evaluate progress, re-assess and amend exercise and treatment programmes as required using specialist knowledge. To refer to other specialist services as required.

The Trustis required towork in line with the Governments UK Visa and Immigration Rules and Regulations. For more information about sponsorship for certain roles, please visit -https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.

Please refer to the Additional Information attachment before submitting your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
• Evidence of relevant post qualification learning and ongoing development

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of a variety of experience as a qualified therapist.
• Experience of case management

Desirable

• Experience in using health coaching and/or motivational interviewing
• Evidence of a special interest in preventative and proactive care

Skills

Essential

• Must have valid driving license and access to a car for work purposes
• Evidence of excellent communication skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Independent Living Centre, Colliers Court and Southgate Moorings

Village Road

Cheltenham

GL51 0BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)