Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

*To select and apply Occupational Therapy assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, empowering the service user in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure.

*To carry out core assessments and risk assessments for clients newly screened to the team.

*To work with service users to identify Occupational Therapy goals as part of the overall care plan, using specialist mental health and Occupational Therapy assessment tools. Including review of the effectiveness of clinical care provided ensuring that patient safety is maintained and care delivery meets the standards required by the Trust and the Care Quality Commission

*To manage a caseload of service users with complex mental health needs, including evaluating screened patients for interventions and priorities for treatment.

*To plan and implement person centred individual and/or group interventions, in collaboration with the service user, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.

*To actively participate in discharge planning, supporting carers and service users to successfully transition home.

*To demonstrate and apply a high level of understanding of the effect of disability, provide training, and advise on lifestyles changes and adaptations to the service users social and physical environment.

*To assess the occupational needs of a defined client group and establish and evaluate appropriate treatment programmes. Also ensuring we maintain, upheld and follow the standards within the HCPC code of conduct at all times ensure safe and effective delivery of patient care

*To remain up to date and within guidelines for re-registration as required by professional bodies at all times.

Communication

*To establish robust communication networks with service users, carers, team members and other health workers and agencies.

*To promote awareness of the role of Occupational Therapy within the team, negotiating priorities where appropriate.

*Ability to communicate sensitively in situations where there are complex needs/issues.

*To comment on local service procedures/guidelines as part of the Therapy team.

Documentation

*To ensure that written documentation and electronic records are contemporaneous in accordance with Professional and Trust standards. This includes providing feedback to junior staff on the quality of their clinical documentation. To initiate and act on patient feedback following interventions and provide Occupational Therapy reports.

*To oversee, provide feedback and advise on potential amendments to existing templates, handouts and paperwork used by the Occupational Therapy service.

Service development and delivery

*To plan and evaluate own practice.

*To contribute to the delivery of the Trust and Division's objectives.

*To seek feedback from service users and carers about their experiences of occupational therapy and use feedback to inform service design and delivery.

*To contribute to the process of quality improvements.

Professional development

*To demonstrate ongoing personal development through participation in internal and external development opportunities, recording learning outcomes and clinical reflections in a portfolio.

*To keep up to date with current best evidence and implement developments within own specialist field of occupational therapy

Research & Practice Development

*To demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate current research, apply it to practice and disseminate findings at a local level.

*To undertake research and/or audit projects relevant to Occupational Therapy and/or service area, disseminating findings at local level.

*To broaden research and development skills through participation in local audit and research projects.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Occupational Therapist
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Post-graduate training in one or more additional specialised areas of practice.
• RCOT membership

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with people living with Acute and Organic Mental Health conditions both working age and older person.
• Good knowledge of health and safety and risk management
• Computer literate including emails and spreadsheets.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Experience of supervision

Desirable

• Experience of delivering group programmes
• Ability to form good working relationships with others in a multidisciplinary and multi-agency setting

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Broad range of clinical skills relevant to both physical and mental health needs of patient.
• Ability to advocate for patient issues
• Demonstrates organisational skills:
• including the ability to make decisions and to prioritise.

Desirable

• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills
• Current knowledge of relevant legislation and ethical issues e.g. Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults.

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

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Parklands Hospital

Aldermaston Road

Basingstoke

Hampshire

RG24 9RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.

The post-holder is expected to participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups. The appointee will also have supervision responsibilities for junior medical staff within the specialty. If appropriate the post-holder will be named in the contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.

The post-holder will participate actively in research relevant to paediatric intensive care including the development and delivery of studies within the directorate.

There will be opportunities to act as Principal Investigator for NIHR portfolio studies and to support a research-active culture within the service.

The role also includes participation in audit and quality improvement activities, and contributing to the development of teaching and research in collaboration with the University of Leicester. The post-holder is expected to fulfil the requirements of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health CPD scheme (or equivalent), with CPD supported within the job plan and mandatory attendance at audit and governance meetings.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS or Equivalent
• MRCPCH/MRCP/FRCA or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration
• On GMC Specialist Register for base specialty at the time of application or within 6 months of obtaining CCT for UK RCPCH trainee or on the GMC specialist register for PICM at the time of application (if CESR/portfolio) pathway

Desirable

• Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
• Higher degree e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent.

Knowledge and Experience in Subspecialty

Essential

• Completion of RCPCH Progress PICM Curriculum and 2 years training in an RCPCH PICM ISAC approved centre rotation in paediatric intensive care medicine plus a minimum of six months of anaesthetic training oOR equivalent training programme with evidence that this training has been completed and signed off
• Extensive experience in management of cardiac patients including post op cardiac surgical patients
• Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence-based practice
• Undertake basic and advanced intensive care procedures
• Advanced Paediatric Life support provider or equivalent

Desirable

• Experience in caring for children on ECLS
• Experienced in or have had training in the provision of palliative care in children
• Experience in managing complex long-term patients
• Expertise in use of POCUS, Echocardiogram or similar advanced technologies in paediatric critical care
• Experience managing level 2 paediatric critical care patients in HDU or equivalent

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Highly developed Emotional Intelligence

Desirable

• Demonstrable track record of successful change management

Audit/Quality Improvement

Essential

• Experience of Clinical audit and maintenance of high quality of care
• Understanding of and participation in national audits such as PICANET and National Congenital Heart Disease Audit
• Experience in quality and safety review eg: mortality review , review of critical incidents

Desirable

• Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement.
• Experience in training others in audit/QI activity
• Experience in complaint investigations and PSIRF training

Management and leadership

Essential

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
• Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles Personal integrity and reliability.
• Ability to motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff

Desirable

• Experience or training in medical management and or clinical leadership
• Awareness of Service Development issues.
• Certification in Medical Leadership
• Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

• Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
• Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
• Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion 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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester Royal Infirmary

Leicester

LE1 5WW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine to join our team at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust. The successful candidate will provide high-quality clinical care, contribute to service development, and educate and train resident staff.

This is a fixed term locum post, with potential for substantive for appropriate applicant and applicants will be expected to have interest and suitable experience within intensive care. The post allows to include sessions in intensive care and, flexibility to include sessions in anaesthesia, medical specialities and emergency medicine.

In conjunction with the existing consultants, the appointee has opportunities to lead developments in services within the Trust.

This substantive post will be based in Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow and will be responsible for providing high-quality Intensive care services and/ or another specialty as qualified, to The Princess Alexandra Hospital that assumes responsibility for the patients within the catchment area in co-operation with Consultant colleagues in all clinical departments.

The department has historically led the way in holding senior medical management roles and we would look to new consultants to join our group of educational supervisors.

Main duties of the job

Main duties and responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical care in intensive care medicine, and on-call services.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case discussions in hospital and community settings.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of integrated clinical guidelines and protocols.
• Supervise and support resident medical staff.
• Engage in clinical audit, quality improvement, and research activities.
• Participate in clinical governance and risk management.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments and external partners.

Teaching and training

• Provide teaching and mentorship to medical students, resident doctors, nurses and allied health professionals.
• Participate in postgraduate education and training programmes.

Research and innovation

• Support or lead research within the department.
• Contribute to publications and presentations at professional conferences.

Management and leadership

• Participate in departmental meetings and service planning.
• Contribute to workforce planning and service redesign initiatives.
• Take on leadership roles as appropriate within the department or Trust.

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Mon-Fri 08.00-18.00 Theatre lists/clinic/ward round AM 08.00-13.00, PM 13.00-18.00

Evenings 18.00-21.30 (Resident on call)

Sat –Sun 08.00-14.00 (Resident on call)

The consultant on-call commitment has a regular on-call weekday night of 1 in 8, e.g. alternate Mondays and 1 weekend in 8. On-call activities count for 2 PAs per week: 1PA reflecting the times the consultant is expected to be resident in the hospital as given above and 1PA for unpredictable work when the consultant may be called back to the hospital.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full Registration with the GMC with licence to practise
• FFICM or equivalent
• CCT (or equivalent) with entry on Specialist Register for ICM or within six months of anticipated CCT data on the date of interview

Desirable

• Additional degree or post- graduate qualification (PhD, MD etc)
• Post-graduate prizes
• MSc/Diploma/PG certification in Peri operative medicine or equivalent
• Management/leadership qualification

Experience

Essential

• Broad and relevant clinical experience in the specialty
• Experience in teaching and supervising resident doctors and medical students
• Participation in clinical audit and quality improvement
• Higher training in Intensive Care Medicine
• Advanced Life support (ALS)

Desirable

• ALS or EPALS Instructor
• Experience in curriculum development or educational leadership
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals; involvement in clinical research or trials
• Previous experience working in the NHS or similar healthcare system

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Clinical responsibilities:

• In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries.
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols
• Providing counselling and health education
• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate
• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards
• Collecting data for audit purposes
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible)
• Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate

Other responsibilities within the organisation:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety
• Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records
• Contributing to the summarising of patient records and read-coding patient data

Confidentiality:

• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & safety:

The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management of their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to):

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
• Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines
• Providing advice on the correct and safe management of the specimens process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and clean containers, storage and transport arrangements
• Correct personal use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensuring correct use of PPE by others, advising on appropriate circumstances for use by clinicians, staff and patients.
• Management of the full range of infection control procedures in both routine and extraordinary circumstances (e.g. pandemic or individual infectious circumstances)
• Hand hygiene standards for self and others
• Managing directly all incidents of accidental exposure
• Management and advice relating to infection control and clinically based patient care protocols, and implementation of those protocols across the practice
• Active observation of current working practices across the practice in relation to infection control, cleanliness and related activities, ensuring that procedures are followed and weaknesses/training needs are identified, escalating issues as appropriate to the responsible person
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across clinical and patient process
• Monitoring practice facilities and equipment in relation to infection control, ensuring that proper use is made of hand-cleansing facilities, wipes etc., and that these are sufficient to ensure a good clinical working environment. Lack of facilities to be escalated as appropriate to the responsible manager
• Safe management of sharps use, storage and disposal
• Maintenance of own clean working environment
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management
• Actively identifying, reporting, and correcting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards/risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with responsible managers
• Correct waste and instrument management, including handling, segregation, and container use
• Maintenance of sterile environments
• Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Equality and diversity:

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights

Quality:

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:

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

Communication:

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Contribution to the implementation of services:

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Medical Degree - Primary medical qualification (e.g. MBBS, MBChB) recognised by the General Medical Council (GMC). GMC Registration - Full and unrestricted registration with the GMC, including a licence to practise. NHS Performer List - Inclusion on the England (or relevant UK nations) Medical Performers List. MRCGP Qualification - Successful completion of MRCGP (Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners) or equivalent for CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) in General Practice.

Desirable

• Diplomas or certificates in areas such as: - DRCOG (Diploma of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists) - DFSRH (Diploma of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare) - Diploma in Dermatology, Minor Surgery, Mental Health, 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

City Way Medical Practice

Address

65 – 67 City Way

Rochester

ME1 2AY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Direct Clinical & Participant Care:

Support smooth study delivery: recruit, screen and enrol participants into clinical studies within Professor Chius study portfolio.

Act as a primary point of contact for study participants, providing clear guidance, support, and reassurance throughout their enrolment.

Take detailed clinical histories and collect highquality samples following enrolment including phlebotomy, microbiological sampling from various participant sites, and assist with surgical/dermatological procedures.

Guide participants through study procedures, ensuring excellent communication and participant experience.

Monitor participants during study visits and inpatient stays, ensuring their wellbeing and quickly escalating concerns to study physicians.

Identify, record, and report adverse events promptly to maintain participant safety.

Prepare for and undertake clinical study visits within the Imperial College Research Facility (ICRF).

Participant Recruitment & Study Delivery:

Recruit, screen, and enrol volunteers, ensuring all inclusion/exclusion criteria are met.

Explain study procedures clearly, ensuring participants feel informed, comfortable, and valued.

Support volunteers through every stage of the study journeyfrom first contact to followup.

Clinical Data & Documentation:

Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality clinical documentation in medical/research notes.

Enter and manage clinical data and case report forms in line with GCP, GDPR, and data protection standards.

Help maintain secure storage and backup of participant information in line with College, Sponsor and NHS policies.

Operational & Team Support:

Work closely with the Senior Research Nurse and Project Manager(s) to ensure smooth day-to-day running of the research delivery, including development and refinement of study processes, SOPs and participant-focused pathways.

Contribute to recruitment progress of participants, including recruitment strategies and communication with participants.

Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team within Professor Chius group and provide support to colleagues when needed.

Work closely with the laboratory team to ensure high-quality samples are collected and analysed as part of the study protocols.

Training & Professional Development:

Keep up to date with clinical research standards, respiratory infection knowledge, and national regulations.

Attend training, team meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Maintain NMC registration and uphold all aspects of the Code of Professional Conduct.

Additional Duties:

Carry out administrative tasks appropriate for a Band 6 role.

Adhere to College and NHS policies and always maintain patient confidentiality.

As an Agenda for Change post, continue NHS career and pension progression while holding an honorary clinical contract aligned to your experience.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Adult Nurse (minimum 2 years post experience in relevant area)
• Examples of relevant area such as Clinical Research, infectious disease, A&E, ICU, infection prevention and control, immunology/respiratory or general medicine.

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of up-to-date professional development.
• Independently able to collect blood and other samples such as nasal swabs.

Desirable

• Previous clinical research experience.
• Experience handling, storing, or processing human/microbiological samples.
• Experience using electronic databases/eCRFs.
• Experience in assisting with bronchoscopy procedures.
• Experience in managing a patient with an infection.

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

Imperial College London

Address

Du Cane Rd, London

London

W12 0NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.imperial.ac.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced Sonographer to join our community Ultrasound team.

Is it for me?

We will work alongside the successful candidate to ensure they are sufficiently inducted and trained; there will be regular constructive supervision in place. It is important to us that you feel safe and supported in the role.

• You will be a UK Registered Sonographer on the HCPC specialist register.
• You will have up to date knowledge of practices and professional guidelines.
• You will be able to maintain accurate up-to-date records and files.
• You will hold a post graduate certificate in Medical Ultrasound.

Contract type: This is a bank contract working in varied locations within East Suffolk. There will be the opportunity to pick up additional cover shifts throughout the year.

Pay: £37.17 per hour (weekdays) £54.14 (weekends)

What we can offer you:

• Innovative teams who strive in forward thinking, with a voice that is heard.
• A visible and supportive management team, with operational support that get it
• Excellent IT teams & support giving us first class equipment and no wait responses
• Cycle to work scheme
• Blue light card employer Access to the discount service with thousands of discounts online and on the high street.
• A strong ethos of flexible working, to help us maintain (or reclaim) that work/life balance.

Person Specification

See Person Specification

Essential

• HCPC Registration
• Flexibility to offer hours across various days including weekends

Desirable

• Community work experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Suffolk GP Federation CIC

Address

Across Suffolk

Across Suffolk

IP11 9QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Supervise and support the Care Navigator team to deliver outstanding patient care and administrative support
• Ensure adequate staffing levels, providing cross-cover for the other Reception Supervisor
• Oversee appointment scheduling, cancellations, and patient check-in processes with precision and professionalism
• Ensure all patient records are accurately maintained and confidentiality is upheld at all times
• Manage incoming calls, inquiries, and correspondence promptly to foster positive relationships with patients and external partners
• Coordinate with Clinical team to facilitate smooth clinic operations and address any scheduling conflicts or issues
• Induction and training new staff members to the required standard, and provide ongoing support to enhance team performance
• Be first to respond to urgent problems (e.g.: telephone/EMIS/IT malfunctions; clinical staff sickness, etc)
• Help develop policies and procedures with the Operations Manager
• Act as a role model for staff
• Ensure maximum productivity from reception staff ensuring that all reception tasks are carried out in a timely manner
• Carry out staff appraisals and performance reviews
• Ensure Practice policies are followed and accurate records are kept
• Liaise with management team concerning staffing and organisation of work
• Liaise with other member of the Primary Healthcare Team, and outside agencies
• Act as Deputy Practice Fire Warden
• Chair reception meetings and take minutes
• Open/close practice premises (as part of a rota) in line with Practice policy
• Monitor reception area for cleanliness, organization, and a welcoming atmosphere

Person Specification

Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to be a strong and credible leader.
• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality.
• Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense.
• Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities.
• Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team.
• Professional, articulate and helpful manner.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Able to work in a changing environment.
• Able to use own initiative.

Experience

Essential

• Recent previous experience working as a receptionist / reception supervisor in an NHS GP practice

Desirable

• Experience in a managerial or supervisory role

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Knowledge of Docman and EMIS web
• Ability to develop skills in managing/supervising staff, training and development

Desirable

• IT skills hardware and software
• Qualifications or training in:
• Supervising or managing others
• Training and staff development
• Customer services/patient care

Other:

Essential

• Punctual and well presented.
• Flexibility of working hours/ able to work at the desired times.
• Commitment to personal develop and take part in available training.
• Commitment to the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues.

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

Battersea Fields Practice

Address

3 Austin Road

London

SW11 5JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

Responsible for ensuring the provision of effective, efficient and appropriate high quality patient care including diagnosing and treating patients presenting with minor illness, consulting and advising people in respect of their continuing medical and nursing needs and to provide care and support to patients in a community setting.

The nurse practitioner will need to prioritise and triage the needs of patients accordingly making any necessary referrals for investigations in the appropriate manner. Patients with problems needing referral to secondary care should be discussed with the registered GP before making such referral.

The nurse practitioner will support the lead NP and GP Partners with appropriate clinical administrative duties including QOF management, medication reviews, medical reports and referral management within the remit of the role.

Job Responsibilities:

Diagnosing and treating patients presenting with minor illness

• Treat patients once triaged making any necessary referrals to other members of the primary health care team.
• To support the on call doctor assessing/planning/implementing and evaluating patient care.
• To support the practice triage system by performing nurse triage where appropriate.
• Ensure clinical practice is safe and effective and remains within boundaries of competence and to acknowledge limitations.
• Advise patients on general health care and minor ailments with referral to other members of the primary and secondary health care team as necessary.
• Support GPs with medication reviews.

Administration and professional responsibilities

• Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice team.
• Ensure accurate and legible notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients notes.
• Ensure the clinical computer system is kept up to date with accurate details recorded and amended as per practice protocol.
• Ensure appropriate items of service claims are made accurately, reporting any problems to the practice administrator.
• Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice.
• Ensure collection and maintenance of statistical information required for regular and ad hoc reports and audit.
• Attend and participate in practice meetings as required.
• Restocking and maintenance of clinical areas and consulting rooms.
• Responsible for checking own pathologies and ensuring appropriate action takes place.
• Support GPs with medical reports/insurance reports, QOF management, referral management within own remit.

Supplies and Equipment:

• Maintenance of equipment and stock relating to patient care.

Training and Personal Development:

• Training requirements will be monitored by monthly supervision and yearly Personal Appraisal and Development Review (PADR) and will be in accordance with practice requirements. Personal development will be encouraged and supported by the practice. It is the individuals responsibility to remain up to date with recent developments.
• Participate in the education and training of junior staff and medical students of all disciplines and the induction of members of the practice staff where appropriate.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of an in house nurse-training programme reporting to the Nurse Practitioner and Practice Manager.
• Maintain continued education by attendance at courses and study days as deemed useful or necessary for professional development ensuring PREP requirements are met.
• Attendance at the North East Lincolnshire Primary Care Programme where appropriate.
• If it is necessary to expand the role to include additional responsibilities, full training will be given.
• Develop and maintain a Personal Learning Plan.

Liaison:

• As well as the nursing team there is a need to work closely with all surgery staff to ensure the smooth running of the practice, reporting any problems encountered to the relevant person and ensuring every one is aware of the different roles within the nursing team.
• There is also the need to establish and maintain good liaison with other surgeries and agencies including secondary care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RCN Qualified
• A recognised Minor Illness course or equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

SLC Medical Group

Address

Scartho Medical Centre

Springfield Road

Grimsby

DN33 3JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

A) Clinical Responsibility

01) To manage a patient caseload, identified in consultation with medical, nursing and other professions and agreed by the ACMHS Team Leader.

02) To establish and maintain effective individualised nursing and social care by assessment of patients problems; planning; implementation and evaluation of agreed interventions; clear and concise documentation of individualised client care and use of electronic patient record systems. Using Connected Lives Assessments, care and support plans and risk assessments.

03) To be aware of the physical needs of people with mental health problems and refer physical conditions on as appropriate.

04) Establish therapeutic relationships with individual clients, relatives and carers.

05) Be responsible for the administration, carriage and storage of medication in accordance with relevant Trust policies. To ensure safe disposal of equipment used in the community e.g. syringes, needles, in accordance with Trust policies.

06) Be responsible for the administration of prescribed medical treatments and monitoring effects in accordance with clinical procedures adopted by the Trust.

07) Use research findings in designing nursing care programmes and develop awareness of the significance of nursing research and wider evidence based practice in community mental health care.

08) Participate and be responsible for running nurse led clinics e.g. Depot, clozapine and physical health.

09) Demonstrate an awareness of the needs of carers of patients with mental health problems and develop strategies to meet those needs; e.g. self-help groups, respite care, Carers Act.

10) Ensure that the principle of continuity of care is maintained and that appropriate plans are made for clients discharge and transfer from the clinical areas in line with Care Programme Approach (including acting as care coordinator), Community Care Act 1990 and Discharge Policies and the National Service Framework for Mental Health.

11) To have a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and subsequent legislation as it affects the client group.

12) To participate in the Trusts adverse incidents reporting systems and comply with the Trusts procedure and techniques for managing risks.

B) Leadership and Staff Management Responsibility

01) Assist in identifying training needs with the community team for self and team members.

02) Act as a positive example and supervisor/assessor for student nurses and junior members of the ACMHS.

03) Participate in annual appraisal, professional development and mandatory training.

Managers have a duty to promote and support staffs personal health and wellbeing at all times, this includes both physical and mental health and wellbeing.

Managers have a responsibility to support staff by directing employees to services that are available to everyone to help in managing health and wellbeing.

They should be open and approachable as well as proactive in discussing and agreeing a process to monitor an employees mental and physical health.

C) Financial Responsibility

01) To assist the Team Manager to manage the Team budget effectively.

02) Comply with relevant Trust and Team financial policies and procedures to ensure cost effective and efficient use of team and Trust resources.

D) Service Development and Improvement

01) To be involved in clinical audit and evaluation of mental health services within secondary care. Playing an enthusiastic role in the achievement of the teams contribution to achieving NSF objectives for the service at a local level and contribute to such audit requirements (of own practice and recording) as are requested from time to time.

02) To contribute to data collection and entry as part of audit and evaluation of such services.

03) To participate fully in training relevant to the delivery of the services outlined above.

04) To actively seek supervision for all aspects of the post.

05) To recognise personal and professional limitations.

E) Communications

01) To provide and receive complex, sensitive and contentious information using developed skills of persuasion, motivation, negotiation, empathy and re-assurance to ensure client assessments, care planning, reviews and other tasks can be completed.

02) To be able to communicate with clarity, tact and purpose in all relevant situations.

03) To be able to use effectively a range of modes of communication including verbal, by email, by telephone, in formal reports, written clinical notes and in presentations taking into account issues of confidentiality.

04) To be able to communicate to people at various points within the hierarchy of relevant organisations.

05) Ensure effective and confidential communication between medical, nursing, social care and health care agents on significant information governing patient care and treatment. Adhere to NMC Code of Conduct and the HPFT policies on confidentiality and information sharing.

06) To keep accurate records on all clients in accordance with Trust Policy and guidance from professional bodies.

07) To collect data in accordance with the Data Protection Act.

08) To collect and submit activity statistics as required.

F) Other

Physical Working Conditions and Environment

01) The post holder is based within the Community Mental Health Team and will be expected to visit people within their own homes, or a variety of public places or voluntary organisations within the community as well as GP practices throughout the Trust.

02) The post holder will also be expected to carry out duties such as Phlebotomy or giving intramuscular injections on a frequent basis and dealing with people daily who display a full spectrum of behaviour from potentially violent and aggressive to suicidal and extremely distressed.

G) Knowledge and Skills Framework

01) The post holder will be expected to meet the requirements of the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) appropriate outline for the post.

Car driver essential as a majority of the posts are community based, the post holder will need a full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes including business insurance (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN or Dip / BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing

Desirable

• ENB 998 / Preceptorship and Mentorship

Experience

Essential

• At least post-registration experience at Band 5 in a relevant Mental Health Setting or equivalent
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Working knowledge of MHA (1983), CPA, Risk Assessment and Section 25 etc
• Effective multi-professional team communication and team working. Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate Nursing care with Supervision. Medication administration.

Desirable

• Experience in working with acute mental health problems in a Community setting.
• Understanding of the National Service Framework.
• Understanding Primary / Secondary Care interface
• Successful change experiences

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

99 Waverley Road, St Albans, AL3 5TL

Waverley Road

St Albans

AL3 5TL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Principle Responsibilities

Clinical

Exercise a high degree of professional autonomy and critical judgement. Make professionally autonomous decisions utilizing knowledge and skills gained via study at Degree and post graduate levels and lengthy experience in a variety of settings.

Proactively assess patients with previously undiagnosed and undifferentiated health care problems.

Assess health care needs, screen patients for risk factors and disease and provide health promotion advice.

Treat patients utilizing highly developed knowledge and skills, or refer to a range of primary and secondary care services as appropriate.

Order and interpret tests and investigations required for diagnosis and management of patients.

Review and monitor care plans and therapeutic interventions appropriate to patient need and in accordance with evidence based practice and national and local guidelines.

Prescribe in an independent and supplementary role and/or supply and administer medicines within competency as appropriate.

Engage with other members of the practice and multidisciplinary team to develop effective, evidence-based care for the practice population.

Contribute to the development of joint standards of care, clinical guidelines and management pathways for utilization within practice.

Maintain a high standard of professional care at all times in accordance with the GMC Code

Work as part of a team to contribute to achievement in the Quality and Outcomes framework.

Training and Education

Maintain own professional and clinical expertise via participation in clinical activities, professional updating and clinical governance activities.

Share professional knowledge and experience with colleagues and health education providers to facilitate the provision of appropriate health care education.

Facilitate professional development of colleagues via identification and dissemination of exemplars of good and innovative practice.

Promote the development of a multidisciplinary approach to health care.

Provide support and guidance to other members of the clinical team

Communication

Actively promote and maintain effective and productive working relationships within the practice and across the wider multidisciplinary team.

Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and relatives presenting with a variety of health care needs.

Act as an advocate for the patient at all times.

Utilize a variety of communication methods, verbal, email, fax, telephone to communicate complex and sensitive information to colleagues, clients and carers.

Utilize highly developed negotiation, verbal and non verbal communication skills to impart information assess situations and communicate sensitive and/or contentious information to colleagues, carers and clients.

Contribute to and maintain clear systems for recording and retrieving information in concordance with local and national data protection strategies.

Utilize appropriate data collection and storage systems i.e. electronic and written to collect and store patient data.

Ability to utilize practice systems and procedures as appropriate.

Counsel and support colleagues on professional matters.

Contribute to and maintain a culture within the organisation which promotes confidentiality and complies with professional, local and national requirements for data protection.

Utilize appropriate interpretation services as required i.e Language Line.

Research and Audit

Initiate and participate in clinical audit, encourage a practice-wide approach across the whole team, alerting colleagues to findings and the implication of those findings.

Evaluate the outcomes of clinical audit, applying findings to own and the teams practice, leading improvements in practice as the result of audit.

Contribute to the evaluation of relevant research findings to further develop the practice services.

Identify key areas for research/audit; develop appropriate methodology and supervise research outcomes and analysis of findings

Contribute to the development, dissemination, implementation and monitoring of clinical guidelines and care pathways.

Assist the practice manager in shaping and developing services utilizing recent evidence and best practice which reflects the needs of service users, the local health economy, and which responds to local and national health priorities.

Evaluate and audit the clinical practice of self and colleagues by the application of a broad range of valid and reliable methods to ensure competence and continuous quality improvements in both practice and service.

Promote opportunity for health gain by seeking the involvement of service users in opinion seeking activities designed to obtain service user views and promote health living.

Leadership- personal and people development

Contribute to the creation, maintenance and enhancing effective multidisciplinary team working within the practice and across the local health economy.

Promotes and maintain equality and diversity in the workplace, enabling and empowering individuals.

Promote a culture and environment which actively promotes health, safety and security.

Contribute to operational policies and procedures in conjunction with the practice manager for use within the practice.

Ensure adherence to all practice policies and procedures.

Maintain GMC registration and Indemnity insurance.

Team Working

Identify and disseminate best practice through benchmarking, clinical guidelines and research.

Maintain clear systems of communication and referral both within the practice and across services in primary and secondary care.

Provide expert advice and support to practitioners and team members on a regular basis; respond to requests for advice from both within and outside the practice.

Adopt a positive approach to change and provide a clinical perspective on the service delivery within the practice.

Generate proposals for service improvement.

Promote a culture within the practice team which is responsive to change, and whereby opportunities for operational and clinical development are embraced.

Engage in review of services as appropriate as a member of the practice team.

In accordance with departmental Health and Safety Policies:

All employed persons, while at work, are required by Section 7 of the Health and Safety at Work Act, to take reasonable care of their own health and safety, and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

Management of Risk

Manage and assess risk within own areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients

Ensure infection control measures are adhered to within the practice in accordance with local and national guidelines.

Delegate responsibility for safe storage, stock rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs and oversee the monitoring processes in adherence with practice policies.

To ensure that Garden Lane Security Policy is adhered to, and that staff are aware of their obligations under the policy.

Garden Lane Medical centre operates a Smoking Prevention Policy.

All NHS records are public records under the terms of the Public Records Act 1958 5.3 (1)-(2).

Garden Lane has a Clinical Records Policy outlining the standards required for record keeping and the framework in which you should maintain your records. You should ensure that your record keeping meets the standards required in this policy, accessing the training available if necessary to update your record keeping skills.

This list of duties is not intended to be exhaustive, but indicates the main areas of work and may be subject to change after consultation with the post-holder to meet the changing needs of the post.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Primary care experience.
• Research and audit experience.
• Health and Social needs assessment experience.

Desirable

• Long term conditions/chronic disease management
• Family planning and sexual health
• Health promotion
• Clinical Governance
• Clinical examination and assessment skills
• Knowledge of the wider local and national health care agenda

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with GMC
• Inclusion on Performers List
• Fully trained GP with CCTGP Vocational Training Certificate

Other

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Clinical audit and research
• Ability to work within a team
• Personally motivated.
• Experience of change management.
• Experience of collaborative working.
• Effective team working skills
• Awareness of local and national policy agendas and drivers.
• Decision making skills
• Facilitation skills
• Negotiation skills
• IT and data management
• Car driver
• Flexible

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

Garden Lane Medical Centre

Address

Garden Lane Medical Centre

19 Garden Lane

Chester

CH1 4EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

For further information please contact: Gill Baker, Senior Operations Manager [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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for a new role that lets you work flexibly from home doing remote consultations? At Practice Plus Group, we believe in delivering exceptional care thats accessible, efficient, and patient-focused. In Surrey our Clinical Assessment Service plays a vital role in supporting patients across the regionproviding timely, expert clinical advice and directing them to the most appropriate care pathway. As an Advanced Nurse / Clinical Practitioner, youll be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team working within a telephone and digital triage environment. Youll help ensure patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right timereducing unnecessary hospital visits and improving outcomes across the system. Practice Plus Group is one of the UKs leading independent healthcare providers, and were proud to support the NHS with innovative services that put patients first. Please contact us directly for all contract options.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Additional Criteria

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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

Practice Plus Group

Address

Glassworks 4

The Dorking Business Park

Dorking

Surrey

RH41HJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

• Hybrid working arrangements – because NHSBT works nationally, we’re able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.
• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

• Read about our application process
• Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council registration (which must be maintained) as Registered Nurse Adult or Paediatric Nurse
• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in a health or related field/job related experience equivalent to degree level knowledge. Educated to Masters level in a related discipline or equivalent qualification or demonstrable experience.
• Masters level degree qualification in a related discipline. Or a post graduate diploma with additional post qualification experience equivalent to masters level knowledge in a health discipline.
• Demonstrable Masters Degree level experience in leadership and management.
• Teaching qualification e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent or significant equivalent experience of delivery of presentations to various audience groups
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).

Experience

Essential

• Ability to develop clear strategies based on best practice.
• Ability to contribute strategically as a corporate member of the Organ Donation Senior Management Team.
• Evidence of proven leadership and management experience in a relevant clinical setting.
• Awareness of current professional issues and developments within organ donation, nursing and the NHS.
• Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice and that of others within a clinical governance framework.
• Evidence of experience of implementing effective change within teams /across an organisation.
• An understanding of NHS structures including accountability arrangements.

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

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT - Filton Centre

500 North Bristol Park

Northway

Filton, Bristol

BS34 7QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Demonstrate highly specialist clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of swallowing and communication problems related to head and neck cancer following surgery, radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy as well as maxillo-facial disorders, benign head and neck disease, complex airway disorders and trauma.

Demonstrate highly specialist clinical skills in the assessment, treatment and management of communication and swallowing problems after total laryngectomy, including surgical voice restoration.

Demonstrate highly specialist knowledge in this clinical area underpinned by current evidence based practice and outcome measures.

Demonstrate highly specialist clinical skills for interpretative assessment techniques and interventions in the care of patients with tracheostomies, including those requiring ventilation and weaning from ventilation on ICU.

Demonstrate specialist clinical skills for interpretative assessment techniques and interventions involving instrumental procedures e.g. FEES and videofluoroscopy and videolaryngoscopic evaluation (VLE).

Consistently maintain sensitivity to the emotional needs of clients with communication and swallowing disorders and their carers, in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clients difficulties and implications of the same.

Ensure responsibility for own clinical workload as an autonomous practitioner, within designated area, with liaison with the other Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapists and the Lead Clinical Head and Neck Speech and Language Therapist.

Access appraisal within an Individual Performance Framework at pre-determined intervals.

Assist in the provision of high-quality Speech and Language Therapy within the Trust, by close collaboration with all members of the MDT in the service area and Directorate.

Be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work, including the management of patients, use of equipment and in all written documentation.

Promote high standards of clinical care, working as an autonomous Speech and Language Therapy practitioner.

Maintain regular communication with Consultant and other Highly Specialist Head and Neck Speech and Language Therapists to ensure that clinical practice is appropriately informed.

Promote high standards of clinical care within the service areas with patients with highly complex and rare head and neck conditions, aiming to:

Manage and be responsible for own caseload in an efficient manner with supervision from other Highly Specialist and Consultant Clinical Head and Neck Speech and Language Therapists.

Demonstrate ability to prioritise own caseload and referred patients effectively and according to departmental policy.

Assess and identify the problems of patients, families and significant others referred using a Speech and Language Therapy model of practice.

Provide intervention based on a client centred approach to ensure, where possible, patient needs and priorities are met.

Encourage patient participation and achieve a therapeutic relationship with patients who may exhibit challenging behaviour and/or cognitive difficulties.

Provide and receive highly complex, sensitive, and contentious information regarding SLT treatment and management of patients on individual case load, to patients, families, secondary and primary care providers, social services and the MDT.

Employ counselling skills with patients, carers/ clients with highly complex needs including those related to terminal illness, death and severe disability or disfigurement.

Plan, organise, lead, and participate in case conferences and family meetings with patients, MDT, families and carers and outside agencies.

Participate in the MDT decision making process around consent to treatment when capacity is questionable, being aware of the legal and ethical considerations.

Initiate and coordinate discharge planning (in accordance with the Trust Discharge Policy) for patients under SLT care with other members of the MDT and outside agencies such as social services, GP, primary care trusts etc., which may be based anywhere in the United Kingdom depending on where the patient lives.

Provide specialist SLT intervention adapting communication style for people with cognitive/psychiatric disorders, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour in given intervention area.

Participate in joint assessment sessions with other MDT members where appropriate to enhance patient care.

Design and provide specialist head and neck SLT therapy treatment programs for patients, carers and their families.

Use clinical and instrumental assessments of speech, voice, communication and swallowing to design and evaluate treatment sessions with patients.

Analyse, interpret, articulate, and document clinical reasoning around direct care needs for patients. Clinical reasoning needs to reflect Speech and Language Therapy theory and philosophy.

Constantly evaluate and monitor patient needs, using appropriate methods of standardised and non-standardised outcome measurement. Adjust Speech and Language Therapy practice as necessary.

Identify unmet needs of patients, discuss these areas with appropriate agencies and refer on in a timely fashion.

Provide highly specialist Speech and Language therapy skills, e.g. tracheostomy management for communication and swallowing, videofluoroscopy assessment of swallowing disorders, clinical and instrumental assessment of voice and speech disorders. Access to advice and support from other Highly Specialist and Consultant Clinical Head and Neck Speech and Language Therapists is available.

Maintain a high standard of patient records and data of all patients, (including uni-disciplinary and interdisciplinary reports) documenting all relevant information according to standards of practice. Documentation will include integrated care pathways, medical notes, uni-disciplinary notes, initial interim reports, and discharge reports.

Undertake evidenced based audit and research projects to further own and teams clinical practice. Make recommendations to Highly Specialist/ Clinical lead Head and Neck Speech and Language Therapists for changes to practice within the team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Licence to practice as a Speech and Language therapist (HCPC)
• BSc. Speech Path or equivalent (including Dip. SLT)
• Post-registration experience within an acute setting
• 3 years post registration dysphagia experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of assessing dysphagia
• Developing dysphagia management and rehabilitation programmes.
• 2 years post registration ENT, head and neck and/or maxillofacial experience2 years post registration ENT, head and neck and/or maxillofacial experience.
• Use of problem oriented medical records / SOAP notes
• Evidence of active participation in and/or experience in teaching in one or more of the following areas:
• SLT in-service training
• MDT in-service training
• Student training
• Internal/External courses
• Joint sessions with junior staff
• Evidence of supervision experience with one or more of the following groups:
• Band 5/6 SLT
• SLT Assistants
• SLT students
• Post-registration experience of videofluoroscopy
• Post-registration tracheostomy experience
• Post-registration head and neck experience
• Post registration experience in surgical voice restoration after total laryngectomy

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospitals

250 Euston Road

London

NW1 2PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• To undertake mental health assessment, risk assessment, care plan management and reviews for CYP with complex mental health and co-morbid social care needs.
• To undertake crisis containment work including therapeutically engaging activities for CYP admitted to the home for a limited time.
• To provide advice ans consultation to other team members regarding the mental health care of CYP in the home.
• To provide good standards of reparative parenting for children and adolescents which safeguards and promotes their welfare by ensuring that the home meets the requirements of legislation, including the National Quality Standards for residential homes.
• To follow all HPFT and HCC policies and local procedures.
• Ensure that children and adolescents develop socially, educationally and emotionally having regard for through effective assessment, care planning, and liaison with other agencies.
• Understand and support the purpose of the childrens homes and be willing and able to respond appropriately to children with challenging behaviour.
• Following the day-to-day activities of the home including; cooking and cleaning; taking children to school, activities and appointments; following petty cash procedures, administering medication, maintaining the home environment and acting as a good role model. You will be required to work shift patterns covering the needs of the children. This will include long shifts, weekends and bank holidays as well as taking children on holiday within and outside of the UK. Please confirm that you are willing to undertake these duties in your supporting statement.
• To provide a safe and containing environment that will help stabilise the mental health of children experiencing a mental health crisis in order to allow them to return to their original placement and thus enhance placement stability.
• Support with running therapeutic groups within the home for the young people.

Planning & Organisational Skills

• To provide accurate, clear and concise communications in all aspects of delivering the service.
• Integrate into a multi professional health and social care team within the residential unit.
• To oversee care team responsibilities.
• To work with the team leader and manager to ensure clinical governance initiatives and service framework targets are adhered to.
• To initiate and participate in service audits that may be required.
• To promote service user feedback.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Experience working with Children & Young People in a health environment
• Experience working with CYP in a mental crisis environment
• Additional areas of training through short courses

Desirable

• RNMH/RNLD/RMN/Registered Social Worker
• Degree with experience of postgraduate level study or the equivalent experience ENB 998/Mentorship
• Evidence of management or leadership development
• Membership of professional bodies NMC
• Membership of professional bodies NMC

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cherry Tree Cottage Children’s Residential Home Baldock SG7 6ER

Cherry Tree Cottage Children's Home, Weston Way

Baldock

SG7 6ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Supporting Documents section to access the full Job Description and Person Specification. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details at the top the page.

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

Please note that the interview date has been set as guidance and my be subject to change.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Medical degree
• FRCA or equivalent
• Full GMC registration
• CCT/CESR Specialist Registration or will obtain within 6 months of interview date
• Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent), ILETS, or graduate of a UK Medical School

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification - clinical/education
• Fellowship in airway/regional anaesthesia/Paediatric anaesthesia
• FFICM
• EDIC

Skills and experience

Essential

• Wide knowledge and experience of caring for critically ill adults
• Wide experience of anaesthesia
• Previous NHS experience
• Experience of teaching
• Audit participation
• ITU patient management experience
• Complex vascular anaesthesia experience

Desirable

• Critical care and/or anaesthesia publications or presentations

Clinical governance

Essential

• Experience of morbidity and mortality review
• Evidence of audit of own practice

Desirable

• Structured Judgment Review training
• Leadership management course

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kent & Canterbury Hospital

Canterbury

CT1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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