Job description

Job responsibilities

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

More detail about the role:

Provide expert clinical care and support to patients undergoing elective day-case surgical procedures within the day surgery unit.

Maintain and promote high standards of patient safety, infection prevention, and clinical practice in accordance with Trust policies and professional standards.

Recognise and respond appropriately to emergency situations, including airway management and deteriorating patients.

Coordinate and manage the day-to-day operational running of designated theatre areas, ensuring efficient patient flow and effective use of resources.

Act as a clinical role model, providing leadership, advice, and support to ODPs, nurses, healthcare support workers, and students.

Participate in staff supervision, teaching, mentoring, competency assessments, and professional development activities.

Ensure the safe checking, maintenance, and availability of anaesthetic equipment and consumables.

Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, theatre practitioners, recovery staff, ward teams, and other multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver high-quality patient care.

Support theatre utilisation and list management to ensure efficient service delivery and the achievement of performance targets.

Contribute to clinical governance activities, including audit, incident reporting, risk management, and implementation of recommendations arising from investigations.

Participate in departmental meetings, training programmes, mandatory updates, and continuing professional development.

Ensure compliance with HCPC/NMC professional standards, Trust policies, and national guidance.

Act as shift coordinator when required, escalating operational, clinical, or staffing concerns appropriately to the Theatre Management Team.

About Us The Heavitree Day Surgery Unit is located on 2 levels. The lower floor (Lower Ground) comprises of the Reception area, 5 Single Rooms, small bay Ward, Theatre 1 and Recovery and pain suite. The upper floor (Ground) comprises Theatres 2&3 and Recovery.

The Royal Devon has secured a £20m investment from NHS England to develop a Centre of Excellence for Day Surgery, which will include two additional theatres for both children and adults at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Heavitree).

The Unit is open 0730-1900-potential open until 8PM in future with both morning and afternoon theatre lists covering a wide range of specialities under general, regional and local anaesthesia.

Specialities are: General Surgery including Upper GI, Colorectal and Vascular, Gynaecology, ENT adults/paeds, Urology including laser stone fragmentation procedures, Orthopaedics, Plastics, Oral and Pain Management.

The successful candiate will be as part of the team within the Day Surgery Unit at Heavitree with the flexibility to support the other Day Surgery Units within the Community (Tiverton, Exmouth) and Wonford theatres if required.

Working at Day Surgery unit allows great work life balance as there are no unsociable hours including weekends, bank holidays or nights.

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Working Pattern: The department is operational and staffed Monday to Friday 7.30am to 7pm.

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: For further information please contact Viji Pandurangan, CNM for Heavitree Day Case Theatres on 01392 405203/5294 or Dawn Crudge, Senior Matron for Community Theatres on 01392 405316.

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 and Exeter Hospital

Barrack Road

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Practice Nurse

Reports to: Lead Nurse & GP Partners

Job summary:The post holder will be either an experienced practice nurse, or a nurse wanting to work towards becoming a competent practice nurse following an extensive training programme. They will act within their professional boundaries to provide high quality, holistic care for their patients in a safe, multi-disciplinary environment. The role includes delivering nursing care including smears, childhood/adult/travel immunisations, wound care, venepuncture, ECGs, health education and specialist clinics around management of long term conditions. NMC requirements will be met and the individual will work within the NMC code and to agreed practice standards and protocols. The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and provide support, training and development for HCAs. The post holder will understand the GMS contract, QoF, national and local enhanced services and their impact on patient care.

Main responsibilities & clinical skills

To deliver a high standard of patient care using specialist practice nursing skills. Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with a known long-term condition such as (but not exclusive to) mental health, learning disabilities, diabetes, CHD, asthma, COPD and hypertension under agreed protocols.

Undertake annual review and provide support to patients in understanding their long-term condition and ability to self manage using a care and support planning approach.

Identify and manage as appropriate, treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition.

To review patient medications to enhance compliance

Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective health care.

Able to provide telephone advice as required for all nursing related activities including long term condition management.

Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adult and children, in the surgery, offsite at a planned area (eg church hall) or at the patients home (for housebound).

Advise, support and where appropriate, administer vaccinations for travelling abroad.

Competent and up to date in anaphylaxis, CPR and AED. Support and manage health needs of women presenting for cervical cytology screening

Assess and care for patients presenting with wounds. Undertake procedures such as phlebotomy, ECGs, urinalysis, stich/staple removal and INR monitoring (if appropriate training completed)

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

To provide or support the production of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager

To help develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice as needed

To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes

To request pathology services and process pathology results as required To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation

To ensure read(SNOMED) codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team

To be part of the team discussion and upskilling where needed for long term conditions or enhanced services requirements where the need arises

To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy

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

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

Deliver opportunistic health promotion during consultations.

Contribute to maintaining disease registers and managing patient cohorts

Communication

Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communication.

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

Maintain communication and liaise with other disciplines across primary, secondary and tertiary care services as necessary

Contribute to and work effectively within both the multi-disciplinary team within the practice and across the wider health system

Delivering a quality service

Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records for patient consultations, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.

Prioritise, organise and manage own case/workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality.

Assess effectiveness of care through self and peer review. Support and participate in shared learning across the practice.

Participate in the management, review and learning opportunities from patient complaints, clinical incidents and near-miss events in accordance with practice policy.

Develop and review audit protocols and process for the practice, effectively utilising the audit cycle

Develop, review and implement nursing protocols in conjunction with the partners and the rest of the nursing team.

Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate

Understand and apply legal policy that supports the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults. Be aware of statuary child/vulnerable adult health procedures and local guidance.

Work within policies relating to domestic violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour and refer as appropriate. Use resources appropriately and effectively

Team working

Understand own role and scope within the practice and identify how to develop over time.

Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others across the practice.

Delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of those undertaking delegated duties.

Accept delegation from other nurses, prioritise their workload and ensure effective time-management strategies are embedded in own practice.

Work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting on delivery of care. Participate in team activities that create opportunities to improve patient care.

Management of risk

Monitor work areas and practice to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, practice policies, procedures and guidelines.

Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs is undertaken including following guidelines regarding cold chain.

Undertake mandatory and statutory training as required by the practice.

Apply infection control measures within the practice according to Infection Control Policy and national guidelines.

Work in accordance with the practices confidentiality policy and Staff Handbook.

Utilising information

Use technology as an aid to management and planning, implementation and monitoring, presenting and communication of information.

Review and process data using accurate national codes and templates in order to ensure easy and accurate retrieval of data for patient care as well as monitoring and audit purposes.

Learning and development

Assess own learning needs and undertake additional learning as required.

Support the learning and development of the healthcare assistants working within the practice as required, providing guidance when necessary, conducting appraisals and training needs analyses as required

Supporting other junior members of the clinical team including medical students, nursing students and postgraduate nurse and medical trainees, where needed partake in appraisals

Support all members of the nursing team,

Make effective use of learning opportunities within and outside the practice, evaluating their effectiveness and feeding back relevant information.

Support and disseminate learning and information gained to other team members in order to share good practice.

Provide education to patients, carers and their families and to colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning.

Equality and diversity

Act as a good role model in good practice relating to equality and diversity.

Identify patterns of discrimination, take action to overcome this and promote diversity and quality of opportunity.

Enable others to promote equality and diversity in a non-discriminatory

culture.

Monitor and evaluate adherence to local chaperoning policies.

Accept the rights of individuals to choose their care providers, participate in care and provide care.

This document is not intended to cover all duties required within the role and is to be used as a guideline for the general duties required for the professional and efficient operation of the Practice. As the Practice moves forward certain duties could change and/or be replaced.

Person Specification

General and Professional requirements

Essential

• Good standard of appearance as befits a role dealing with members of the public, patients and colleagues.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Able to cope with unexpected situations, clinical emergencies and provide solutions to problems
• Ability to put people at ease in stressful situations
• Willingness to look for new ideas, improvement and embrace change
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Flexible, reliable and enthusiastic
• Able to work extra hours when required

Desirable

• Experience and interest in education within a primary care setting
• Experience of teaching or mentoring
• Able to travel between sites using own car

Experience

Essential

• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Evidence of IT literacy and keyboard skills
• Knowledge of needs of patients with long term conditions including Asthma, COPD, Diabetes, Hypertension, Cardiovascular Disease
• Wound care/removal of sutures and staples
• ECGs
• Venepuncture
• New patient medicals
• Requesting pathology tests
• Understanding the importance of evidence-based practice
• Understand the requirement for PGDs and associated policy
• Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel)
• Travel medicine
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies
• Evidence of team working skills and ability to build working relationships with colleagues and patients
• Evidence of ability to work autonomously appropriately
• Aware of accountability of own role and others role in a nurse led service
• Ability to respect patient and
• practice confidentiality

Desirable

• Experience of working in a busy clinical environment covering a range of nursing duties
• Awareness of local and national health policy
• Awareness of GMS contract and national/local enhanced services
• Awareness of clinical governance issues in primary care

Qualifications

Essential

• Good level of general education
• Recognised nursing qualification
• NMC Adult Nurse Registration

Desirable

• Additional post registration qualifications
• Holding, working towards, or willing to undertake additional qualification in asthma, diabetes, COPD, family planning
• Previous experience as a practice nurse

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

Crown Street Surgery

Address

21-23 Crown Street, 2 Lombard Court

Acton

W3 8SA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Job Title:Specialty Doctor

Service Line:Low Secure Mental Health and Specialist Deaf Service

Professionally Accountable to:Consultant Psychiatrist

Managerially Responsible to:Hospital Manager

Are you an outstanding Specialty or Associate Specialist Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry and a competitive salary?

With us, you'll have the opportunity to progress your career to Consultant level through our prestigious CESR programme

We are seeking an experienced part-time (3 days per week) Specialty Doctor who will work at Cygnet Bury Dunes and provide psychiatric care on Bridge Hampton ward, our 13 bed Low Secure Mental Health and Specialist Deaf Service for men.

Bridge Hampton offers individualised assessment, care and treatment of a wide range of mental disorders, alongside complex communication needs.

The hospital team includes both Deaf and hearing professionals who provide expertise and resources to support the individuals in our care. Service users may have communication needs alongside a mental illness, autism, learning disability or personality disorder. We support them to participate safely and as fully as possible in their care to achieve outcomes required to be discharged from hospital and continue their care pathway successfully.

You will be fully involved as a practising psychiatrist - while being fully supported by a Consultant Psychiatrist and first-class multidisciplinary team.

Cygnet Bury Dunes provides a wide range of inpatient mental health services for men and women including specialist deaf services and emergency admission services.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

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

Main duties and Responsibilities

• Provide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patients
• Carry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit.
• Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as required
• Participate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetings
• Maintenance of full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventions
• Preparing discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelines
• Attending all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S.
• Communicating effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.
• Participating in the duty doctor [frequency] on call rota .

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Salary up to 50,000 per year (based on working 3 days per week)
• Generous annua l leave entitlement that increases with length of service
• 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme
• Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
• Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions
• Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations
• Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card
• Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support
• Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy
• Electric Car Scheme

Our CESR programme

This programme will help you develop the skills you need to progress to Consultant level and youll rotate within wards/services to gain valuable experience across various subspecialties.

Youll also have an educational supervisor to review your progress and oversee your development and youll receive support with MRCPsych exams.

We are looking for someone who is...

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
• Experienced & knowledgeable in General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry
• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
• A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
• Committed to continued professional development
• Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• A member of the Royal College of Psy chiatri sts (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply or email [email protected]

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Bury

BL8 2BS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.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.

More detail about the role

This role is split between working within the cardio-respiratory team as a healthcare science assistant. You will play a crucial role in assisting our cardiologists, respiratory consultants and cardiac physiologists with the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. The department covers a variety of non-invasive diagnostic tests, such as electrocardiograms (ECG), Spirometry, Ambulatory Holter recordings which you will perform as part of your cardiographer role, you will also work within the echocardiography section of the department, transferring patients from the wards to the department, helping patients to undress, explaining the procedure and having general responsibility for the patient whilst within the department. A large percentage of the role will be computer based to include maintaining patient digital information via the hospitals electronic records system full training will be given for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will require:

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above, ideally also have GCSE in a science subject
• Level 2/3 Healthcare Diploma or equivalent.
• Have previous healthcare experience in Cardiology, preforming ECG and fitting Ambulatory monitors would be desirable
• Excellent communication, organisational and team skills.
• Be able to demonstrate their ability to work as a team player and able to contribute to our multidisciplinary team, working closely with our Cardiology Consultants, specialist nurses and cardiology team members.

If you would like to be part of our friendly and committed team, we would love to hear from you.

Working Pattern: We care for our patients around the clock so we will need you to work a range of shift patterns. These range from short shifts, day shifts between 8am and 8pm and 12.5-hour day and night shifts with an hour break in the ward areas. Please do check this at your interview.

Depending on your shift pattern and working hours, you may also receive additional enhancements to your pay.

Interview Date: 04/09/26

For further information please contact: Sally-Anne Pester, Cardio-Respiratory HoD on 01271 322475 or [email protected].

This is a fixed term contract from 10/12/2026 until 11/07/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

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

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

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

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

Benefits

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

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

Looking after you is important to us.

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

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

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

Salary is not the only financial benefit

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

You will also have access to other benefits including:

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

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

Car lease schemes.

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

Cycle to work scheme

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

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is fixed term until 01/09/2027

Post holder will also have opportunity to be fully conversant with Clinical Governance process and will contribute to Departmental Clinical Governance.

There are weekly teaching sessions organised where attendance would be expected (unless on leave or working night shifts).

In line with Trust policy, study leave will be provided for the post holder to pursue higher qualifications related to EM as well as some monies towards partly funding of life support courses.

The Emergency Department provides a Consultant-led service; post holders will form an integral part of the multidisciplinary team that provides Emergency Services. As part of this responsibility, the team, will, be involved in the planning and development of emergency care and the development of an acute assessment unit.

Together with the departmental management team, the post-holder will plan and develop the departments Major and CBRN Incident Response Plans and will participate in exercises to test and develop these plans.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Full MRCEM
• Full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold current license to practice
• Evidence of 5 years of medical experience postgraduate.
• Previous Emergency Medicine experience

Desirable

• MRCS or MRCP
• Evidence of 36 months training at CT1, CT2 and CT3 level in the specialties that make up the ACCS and CT3 EM programme but must include a minimum of 6 months in Emergency Medicine and a minimum of 3 months in specialties other than Emergency Medicine. If MSK has not been completed, then a minimum of 9 months EM is required
• ACCS EM competences at Core Trainee level Programme or equivalent

Clinical Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of achievement of Foundation Competencies from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation
• Evidence of completion of at least two Life Support course i.e., ALS, ATLS or APLS/EPLS
• Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement. Able to prioritise clinical need.
• Evidence of completion of short/training courses relevant to EM e.g., airway or ultrasound.

Desirable

• Specialties outside acute care common stem training (where not laboratory based), such as -Medical specialties e.g., cardiology, geriatric medicine, and respiratory medicine -Surgical specialties, such as Neurosurgery, Cardiothoracic, Plastic, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, General or Oral & Maxillofacial surgery.
• Instructor status in any of life support courses

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Evidence of involvement in clinical governance e.g., handling a complaint, incident reporting
• Evidence of leading on clinical audit.

Desirable

• Evidence of having led on a patient safety issue.
• Evidence that personal audit has led to change of practice.

Academic / Research / Teaching Skills

Essential

• Evidence of academic endeavour such as either a completed research project, published paper, clinical topic review, critical appraisal, evidence-based medicine guidelines or publication
• Evidence of interest and experience in teaching

Desirable

• Evidence of degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, or additional evidence-based medicine & e-learning modules
• Evidence of contribution to departmental guidelines
• Evidence of active participation in research
• Publications in peer review journals, presentations at academic meetings or poster presentations
• Evidence of completion of a teaching course

Personal Skills

Essential

• Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems, particularly in relation to clinical governance
• Demonstrates awareness of developing situations
• Capacity to function under pressure
• Demonstrates initiative, flexibility & resilience to cope with setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
• Awareness of own limitations & when to ask for help
• Capacity to take in others' perspectives and see patients as people
• Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation

Probity

Essential

• Demonstrates Probity (as outlined by GMC)
• Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality & ethical issues

Commitment to Specialty

Essential

• Demonstrates interest and realistic insight into emergency medicine
• Demonstrates self-awareness & ability to accept feedback
• Evidence of achievement relevant to emergency medicine within and outside of medicine

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City Hospital

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Training & experience in Dermatology
• Full GMC Registration
• MRCP or equivalent

Desirable

• Experience in skin cancer diagnosis and treatment

Clinical Practice

Essential

• Sufficient clinical experience in dermatology to work independently
• Ability to communicate effectively

Desirable

• NHS experience

Management

Essential

• Commitment to effective departmental management

Experience

Essential

• Experiance in both adults and paediatrics
• 4 years ST experience 2 years within the Specialty

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.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 Enhanced 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.

As part of your induction, you will be required to attend face-to-face training sessions and/or complete e-learning modules relevant to your role. If you have previously worked for another NHS organisation before joining Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust (MTW), we can transfer eligible mandatory training records where appropriate, helping to avoid unnecessary duplication of learning.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS (or equivalent)
• Registered with GMC
• Completion of a post-CCT Shoulder and Elbow Fellowship
• Possession of CCT / CESR

Desirable

• Distinctions, scholarships, prizes
• Other degrees, e.g. BSc, MSc MD

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature
• Understand the principles of audit

Desirable

• Evidence of personal research projects and their presentation
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of leadership
• Organisational ability
• Able to take responsibility and cope with stressful situations
• Able to get on with other members of the multi disciplinary team
• Credibility and integrity
• A sympathetic approach to patients and relatives
• Ability to establish good professional relationships with others

Desirable

• Critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
• To have undertaken a postgraduate communication skills course
• An understanding of corpocracy in 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).

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

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will find a detailed description of the role and the job plan in the job pack, which is attached within supporting documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: a.Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) b.Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) c.European Community Rights
• MRCP (or equivalent)
• Full GMC Registration

Desirable

• MD, PhD

Experience

Essential

• Good writing and presentation skills
• Comprehensive training appropriate to this post
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion in a range of problems within specialty
• Willingness to develop an area of special interest to fit in with current establishment and service needs
• Ability to plan strategically and to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures

Desirable

• Experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Recognised teaching skills course/ medical education qualification.
• Exposure to a variety of working environments.

Academic, Audit, Research

Desirable

• Publications in peer reviewed journals.

Management / Teaching

Essential

• Experience of undergrad teaching
• Experience of conducting clinical audit
• Interest in and willingness to develop teaching abilities and activities
• Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making
• Ability to organise research and work within research Governance procedures

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Good leadership skills, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt and work flexibly
• An enquiring and critical approach to work
• Caring attitude to patients
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other staff and agencies
• Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development.

Desirable

• Willingness to undertake a leadership role
• Calm under pressure

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals North Midlands

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

You will be able to find a full job description and personal specification attached within the supporting documents or please click 'apply now' to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications And Knowledge

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Power-point etc.).

Desirable

• Science at GCSE or above.
• Understanding of Pathology service and laboratory experience.
• IBMS Certificate of Achievement Level 1 and/or 2
• Knowledge of hospital specialties

Experience

Essential

• Good employment history
• Conscientious and dependable.
• Sense of responsibility.

Desirable

• Previous experience of NHS or healthcare environment.

Other Essential Criteria

Essential

• Ability to travel within geographical area, to drive health board vehicle to deliver products and work hours flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
• Ability to stand for long periods and to perform frequent, repetitive movements.

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

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Morriston Hospital / Singleton Hospital / NPT Hospital

Swansea

SA6 6NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working independently and alongside GPs to identify appropriate care plans and treatment methods for patients through face to face appointments, telephone consultations and home visits

Using clinical nursing practice at an advanced level to deliver quality care and advice to patients and demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the options for achieving control of symptoms and assessing the health needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.The post holder will liaise with the care home to carry out a weekly ward round.

Prescribe medication appropriate to patient needs or refer the patient to a community pharmacy who will provide designated minor aliment services and prescription advice

Provide leadership to the Practice Nurse and HCA. Support the nurse lead.

Supporting the practice and PCN delivery of the Covid response / Vaccine delivery

Acting on Path Lab results /investigation report and hospital correspondences.

Administrative and Medication tasks

Please see documents attached for full details on the role. It is essential that the candidate has a track record of working as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner in a GP Practice or in other GP Primary Care Services.

The benefits include:

-Access to the NHS Pension

-6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

-Wider development through the Federation and Primary Care Training Hub

-Occupational Health Support and eye care scheme

-Paid time to undertake mandatory training and induction

-Access to Employment law support and qualified HR

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully Qualified ANP
• Meet the RCN standards ANP
• Be educated to Masters level (180 level 7 points (Scottish equivalent of level 11)
• Active clean NMC registration
• Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Independent Prescriber
• Mandatory training completed

Desirable

• Willingness to develop and work towards further advancement
• Interest in specialties / working towards a qualification
• Mentorship qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a General Practice
• Setting an example of professional standards to non-clinical staff
• Practice within the RCN 4 pillars
• Advanced clinical practice
• Leadership
• Facilitation of education and learning
• Evidence research and development.
• Meet revalidation requirements
• Demonstrate autonomous evidence:
• Having the freedom and authority to act autonomously and independently
• Being innovative, highly skilled at assessing and managing risk and consciously competent
• Have the responsibility for decisions made and actions taken
• Being holistic practitioners, able to address nursing as well as medical needs
• Having the ability to see the whole person, fuse biomedical science with the art of caring, providing health promotion advice, counselling, assessment, diagnosis, referral, treatment and discharge.
• Management of Long Term Conditions
• Primary prevention & screening services
• Delivery of Clinical Governance and Audit
• Able to listen carefully in order to understand the needs of others.
• Demonstrable ability to deliver a high standard of customer service and quality

Desirable

• Previous experience of TPP Systmone clinical system
• Providing leadership and mentorship to other members of the nursing team
• Involvement in new working practices including change management skills
• Ability to use MS Office and Outlook or equivalent effectively
• Experience of supporting and facilitating individual and team development
• Able to express information in a clear, concise and understandable way, both verbally and in writing.
• Working knowledge and practical experience of working in an environment of uncertainty and continual change.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Maintains confidentiality at all times
• Full UK driving licence
• Detailed knowledge and significant experience in promoting the wider public good in all actions and to act in a morally, legally and socially appropriate manner at all times. Challenges unacceptable behaviour
• An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships.

Desirable

• A passion to deliver improvements that benefit both our staff and our patients
• Able to feel comfortable making decisions and setting direction without having the full picture and re-focus as details emerge. Can apply knowledge and techniques to reduce ambiguity

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

ELM Alliance LTD

Address

West Dyke Road

Redcar

Cleveland

TS10 4NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients, as well as providing nursing assistance to the doctors and other members of the primary healthcare team. The duties will include all tasks normally undertaken by an experienced RGN and any additional roles agreed between the nurse and the doctors as appropriate, having regard to current training.

The main duties of the job

Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the GMS contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks.

Undertake male, female and family planning assessments, give advice and refer patients appropriately

Perform cervical screening and promote breast awareness

Undertake accredited training in specific chronic disease management as/ or if required. e.g. diabetes, respiratory, epilepsy, CHD etc. following appropriate training.

Contribute to the maintenance of the practice diseases registers.

Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Registered Smear taker
• Completed core Immunisation training

Desirable

• Diabetes Course
• Asthma Course
• COPD Course

Experience

Essential

• At least 12 Months post registration

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

Crosby House Surgery

Address

Crosby House Surgery

91 Stoke Poges Lane

Slough

SL1 3NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide a high standard of customer care to patients, relatives & visitors

• To ensure that all patient documentation is coded & filed in a timely manner, and all relevant documentation is filed in the patient notes

• To ensure all inpatient records are updated on SystmOne

• Ongoing training and development with all computer systems within the department, ensuring that this information is disseminated to all members of staff who use the computer system

• To provide support & advice to new members of staff and existing staff on SystmOne

• To provide comprehensive administration service to practice staff include managing correspondence, taking minutes of meetings, secretarial duties and processing patient referrals

• To process and distribute incoming (and outgoing) mail

• To play an important patient facing role within NPC to proactively identify and work with people, including the frail/elderly and those with long-term conditions, to provide coordination and navigation of care and support across pharmacy support services

• To provide time, capacity and expertise to support people in preparing information for the Pharmacy team to complete medication reviews

• To contribute to the audit cycles for QOF, CQC and Quality Improvement work

• To manage shared care agreements and support with the generation of income

• Carries out clerical duties required by the role

Person Specification

Qualifications / Professional Registration

Essential

• GCSE Grade A-C in English Language and Mathematics or equivalent qualification and/or experience
• Vocational Level 3 in relevant subject or equivalent qualification and/or experience.

Desirable

• Primary Care or Pharmacy Experience.

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working within a healthcare setting.

Desirable

• Audit experience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

NPC Lintonville

Lintonville Terrace

Ashington

NE63 9UT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Administration

• To have a thorough knowledge of all Practice procedures.
• To work in accordance with written protocols.
• Filing post in medical records
• Scan, copy and securely transmit documentation as required.
• Ensure courier takes all documentation and samples at the appropriate time
• Open and distribute incoming mail
• Docman Workflow Management
• Process incoming clinical correspondence through Docman workflow in accordance with Practice procedures and within agreed timescales.
• Support the registration of new patients and the deduction or transfer of patient records in accordance with Practice procedures.
• Assist patients with NHS App and online services registration and access.
• Support the management of subject access requests and medical records requests in accordance with Practice policies and relevant information governance requirements.
• Maintain accurate electronic records, searches, registers and databases.
• Ensure administrative tasks are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Assist with maintaining accurate Practice website content and patient information resources.

Reception

• Ensure an effective and efficient reception service is provided to patients and other visitors to the Practice.
• Deal with general enquiries, explain procedures and arrange new and follow-up appointments.
• Issue completed repeat prescriptions in accordance with Practice procedures, checking the patients name, address and identity as appropriate.
• Provide cover across all reception positions as required.
• Prepare lists and notes for all surgeries and clinics held, ensuring completion of all associated paperwork
• Promote and support digital patient access services, including online consultations, NHS App services and online appointment booking.
• Signpost patients appropriately to the most suitable clinician, service or source of support in accordance with Practice procedures.
• Escalate urgent patient concerns promptly in line with Practice protocols.

Appointments

• Process requests for same-day and future appointments from patients by telephone and in person.
• Enter requests for home visits into the spreadsheet, ensuring careful recording of all relevant details and where necessary refer to Duty Doctor

Telephone

• Receive and make telephone calls as required. Transfer calls and take messages, ensuring that details are accurate and delivered promptly to the appropriate person.
• Have working knowledge of telephone/bleep system, during and after hours.

Other Tasks

• Open up premises at the start of the day when first to arrive and make all the necessary preparations to receive patients
• Ensure all Health & Safety checks are undertaken within the desired timescales as indicated in the Practices Health & Safety Policy
• When last to leave at the end of the day, ensure that the surgery is totally secured, internal lights are off, all electrical equipment has been turned off.
• Comply with Practice security procedures relating to opening and closing the premises

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.
• The post holder will undertake mandatory Information Governance training and apply confidentiality and data security principles in all aspects of their work.
• The post holder must ensure that patient, staff and Practice information is handled securely, appropriately and confidentially at all times.
• The post holder will comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), Data Protection Act 2018, NHS Information Governance requirements and all Practice policies relating to data protection, information security and records management.

Health & safety

The post-holder will implement and lead on the full range of promotion and management of their own and others health, safety and security 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):

• Ensuring job holders across the practice adhere to their individual responsibilities for infection control and health and safety, using a system of observation, audit and check, hazard identification, questioning, reporting and risk management.
• Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of health and safety and infection control statutory and best practice guidelines and ensure implementation of these across the business.
• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across the business.
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills and initiate and manage the training of others.
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards, and initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed.
• Actively identifying, reporting, and correction of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised.
• Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, 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 other sector managers.
• Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually).
• Routine management of own team / team areas, and maintenance of workspace standards.
• 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 that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
• Personal/Professional development:
• The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, with such training to include:
• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.

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 will 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.
• Participate in audit where appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
• Evidence of ongoing learning
• Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development
• Team working
• Meeting deadlines
• Experience of working in a patient-facing or customer service environment.
• Experience of working with confidential or sensitive information.
• Experience of managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team working.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• IT skills-proficiency in Microsoft word, Excel and outlook.
• Ability to multitask.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to deal sensitively with patients and carers.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Kind, compassionate and committed to improving patient care.
• Professional, approachable and willing to go the extra mile.
• Flexible, adaptable and resourceful.
• Accurate, organised and able to use sound judgement and common sense.
• Reliable, accountable and resilient under pressure.
• Committed to teamwork, continuous improvement and ongoing learning.

Desirable

• Minimum of 1 year experience in General Practice
• Experience of EMIS Web Docman
• Experience of QOF call and recall processes.
• Knowledge of NHS primary care services.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Clifton Rise Family Practice

Address

Suite-2 Waldron Health Centre

Amersham Vale

London

SE14 6LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Balmoral Surgery

Role: Paramedic General Practice

Reports to: GP Partner

Hours: 24 hours per week Contract: Fixed term maternity cover Salary: Depending on experience

Job Summary

The Paramedic will work as part of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) within Balmoral Surgery to provide high quality, patient centred care, primarily for onsite urgent/same day presentations, with a small number of home visits as agreed.

The post holder will:

See and manage appropriate same day / urgent cases on site, within an agreed scope of practice and under GP supervision.

Undertake a limited number of home visits for suitable patients, as agreed in the rota.

Support GPs by safely managing appropriate cases, while escalating undifferentiated, complex or high risk presentations to a GP.

Overall clinical responsibility for patients remains with the GP partners.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical

Within an agreed and regularly reviewed scope of practice, and with access to a named GP supervisor, the Paramedic will:

Provide onsite same day / urgent care for appropriate presentations, following practice protocols and escalation pathways.

Undertake face to face, telephone and video consultations for:

Minor illness and injuries

Selected long term condition reviews, where agreed and within competence.

Perform comprehensive clinical assessments , including history, examination and observations.

Formulate working diagnoses and management plans for conditions within competence, using evidence based guidelines and practice protocols.

Provide home visits for suitable patients (e.g. acute but stable presentations, followup of known patients) as agreed in the practice rota, ensuring:

Clear pre visit briefing where needed

Timely documentation on return to the practice

Escalation to a GP if concerns arise.

Implement management plans including:

Self care advice and safety netting

Use of practice protocols and patient information

Arranging appropriate followup or GP review.

Recognise red flags and clinical risk , and promptly escalate to a GP when:

Presentations are undifferentiated or complex

There is diagnostic uncertainty

The patient is clinically unstable or deteriorating.

Request and interpret basic investigations within agreed scope (e.g. simple blood tests, urinalysis, ECG recording, basic observations), and escalate abnormal results to a GP.

Make referrals to community and social care services in agreement with a supervising GP and within local pathways.

If the post holder is an independent prescriber (or becomes one), prescribing activity must be explicitly agreed, supervised and audited by the GP partners, and remain within their competence and practice governance requirements.

Non Clinical / Administrative

Document all patient contacts and clinical decisions contemporaneously in the clinical record.

Manage clinical administration related to their caseload, such as:

Coding and summarising relevant information

Actioning agreed test results within scope

Drafting referrals for GP review and sign off where required.

Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement and service development projects relevant to urgent care and home visiting.

Contribute to practice meetings , including MDT meetings, clinical governance and significant event reviews, as appropriate.

Support health promotion and prevention initiatives (e.g. lifestyle advice, vaccination campaigns) within competence.

Professional and Governance

Work at all times within HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics, and within the scope of practice defined by the practice.

Maintain professional registration with the HCPC and comply with all revalidation and CPD requirements.

Participate in regular clinical supervision with a named GP supervisor.

Engage in an annual appraisal and agree a personal development plan aligned with practice priorities.

Adhere to all practice policies , including:

Safeguarding (adults and children)

Infection prevention and control

Information governance and confidentiality

Health and safety and incident reporting.

Supervision and Support

The Paramedic will have a named GP clinical supervisor responsible for day to day clinical support and oversight.

The post holder will have:

Regular scheduled supervision sessions

On the day access to a GP for advice and escalation

Opportunities to discuss complex cases and learning needs.

The GP partners retain ultimate responsibility for clinical governance and for ensuring that the Paramedics scope of practice is safe, clearly defined and regularly reviewed.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

Degree / Diploma in Paramedicine or equivalent.

HCPC registration as a Paramedic.

Completion of the two year Consolidation of Learning period as a newly qualified paramedic.

At least three years experience as a Band 6 (or equivalent) paramedic.

Evidence of ongoing CPD relevant to urgent and primary care.

Desirable Qualifications

Masters level modules or equivalent in advanced clinical practice / paramedic practice.

Non medical prescribing qualification (V300), if prescribing is to be part of the role and supported by the practice.

Additional training in minor illness, frailty, long term conditions or palliative care.

Essential Experience

Substantial post registration experience in urgent / emergency care (e.g. ambulance service, urgent care centres, ED).

Experience of autonomous clinical assessment within defined protocols and escalation frameworks.

Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team .

Experience of managing acutely unwell adults and recognising deterioration.

Desirable Experience

Previous experience in general practice or community based services.

Experience of home visiting or care of housebound/frail patients.

Involvement in audit, quality improvement or service development .

Knowledge and Skills

Essential:

Strong clinical assessment and decision making skills within scope of practice.

Ability to recognise red flags and clinical risk and escalate appropriately.

Understanding of how general practice operates, including appointment systems and triage.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills .

Competent IT skills, including use of GP clinical systems (training can be provided).

Ability to work autonomously within defined parameters , and as part of a wider MDT.

Desirable:

Knowledge of NICE guidance and local clinical pathways relevant to urgent and primary care.

Personal Attributes

Commitment to high quality, patient centred care .

Flexible and adaptable approach to workload and service needs.

Willingness to work collaboratively and accept clinical supervision and feedback .

Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise in a busy general practice environment.

Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

Other Requirements

Ability to travel locally for home visits as required (car driver with access to a vehicle is usually essential).

Enhanced DBS check .

Compliance with all mandatory training requirements (e.g. safeguarding, BLS, infection control).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Paramedicine or equivalent.
• HCPC registration as a Paramedic.

Desirable

• Masters level modules or equivalent in advanced clinical practice / paramedic practice.
• Non medical prescribing qualification
• Additional training in minor illness, frailty, long term conditions or palliative care.

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

Balmoral Surgery

Address

Balmoral Surgery

Canada Road

Walmer

Deal

Kent

CT14 7EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Finance Assistant will work closely with the Senior Finance Officer and the Finance Officer to support the delivery of an effective, accurate and responsive finance function across BHNC.

The responsibilities of the role will be as follows:

Accounts payable, invoice management, account set up, reconciliation and closure of accounts, chasing outstanding payments, timely query resolution, receivable, maintaining QuickBooks system, bank postings and reconciliation, general ad hoc support.

This role requires a flexible, organised and experienced administrator, with excellent communications skills, who is IT literate and who works to a proficient level in excel.

Organisation

Bexley Health Neighbourhood Care (BHNC) is a GP Federation supporting the 19 Bexley Practices, 4 PCNs, Erith Hospital and Queen Marys Urgent Treatment Centre who are working collaboratively to enhance the health and wellbeing of Bexley residents, covering over 260,000 patients.

Key Working Relationships

Key relationships include but are not limited to:

Overall BHNC (inc Bank, Self Employed, ARRS) workforce

BHNC Finance Provider

External Stakeholders

Key Responsibilities

Process and maintain day-to-day finance transactions, including sales invoices, supplier invoices, credit notes, purchase orders, expense claims and payment records.

Log invoices accurately on QuickBooks, ensuring correct coding, VAT treatment, authorisation and supporting documentation are in place before processing.

Post receipts, payments, bank transactions and other ledger entries on QuickBooks to support accurate and timely financial reporting.

Prepare and process routine, urgent and ad hoc payments in line with BHNC procedures, ensuring suppliers and practices are paid accurately and on time.

Maintain purchase and sales ledger records, including account set-up, reconciliations, account closure and investigation of discrepancies.

Carry out bank, supplier statement and ledger reconciliations, escalating variances or unresolved issues to the appropriate member of the finance team.

Monitor outstanding payments and follow up finance queries with suppliers, practices, budget holders and colleagues to support timely resolution.

Raise sales invoices and follow up outstanding debtor invoices, liaising with practices, other customers, the ICB, NHS organisations and relevant stakeholders to ensure timely payment and resolution of queries.

Liaise with budget holders, service leads and each service area to support accurate coding, timely approval of invoices, resolution of finance queries and effective budget monitoring.

Maintain accurate finance records, systems, databases, filing and audit trails in accordance with BHNC policies, GDPR and information governance requirements.

Support month-end and year-end processes by ensuring invoices, payments, reconciliations and supporting schedules are complete, accurate and up to date.

Monitor the accounts inbox, respond to routine finance queries and act as a first point of contact for day-to-day internal and external finance queries.

Work collaboratively with finance and operational colleagues to ensure accurate, timely and efficient financial processing.

Identify and highlight opportunities to improve the accuracy, consistency and efficiency of finance processes.

Support the introduction of agreed finance procedures, system updates and process improvements as required.

Adhere to Infection Control standards and comply with Health & Safety, Corporate, Clinical and Information Governance requirements.

To review current ways of working to reduce/eliminate repetition.

Represent the organisation positively and professionally, behaving as an ambassador by displaying the organisations values and levels of expected professionalism at all times.

Take responsibility for supporting own development learning and performance.

This list is not exhaustive, and additional tasks may be required.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in finance administration, accounts, or bookkeeping.

Desirable

• Experience of working within an NHS finance function

Qualities & Standards

Essential

• Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from all communities.
• Embraces equality, diversity and inclusivity at every opportunity and the NHS core principles; dignity and respect, compassion, be included, responsive care and support and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of and ability to work to policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding, lone working, information governance, and health and safety.
• Able to operate competently with regard to managing data and information in accordance with the Data Protection Act (DPA) (2018) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (2018), Access to Health Records Act (AHRA) (1990) and the Public Interest Disclosure Act (1998).

Planning & Organisational Skills

Essential

• Can demonstrate a flexible approach to meet organisational needs and can adapt to cope with uncertainty and change.
• Excellent time keeping skills.
• Exceptional ability to effectively manage, plan and coordinate multiple activities, overcoming barriers and issues that would prevent seamless coordination of activities.
• Can demonstrate the ability to work in a busy environment dealing with both urgent and important tasks whilst also supporting others.

Analytical & Judgement Skills

Essential

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to assess a professional situation, determine the nature and severity of the problem and utilise knowledge and experience to deal with the problem.
• Recognise that they are personally responsible for decisions made and recognises when to refer patient care to more suitable care providers.
• Able to identify and raise risk management issues according to policy/protocol.
• Excellent attention to accuracy and detail within administrative tasks,
• Recognises priorities when problem solving, identifying deviations from normal patterns, and is able to refer these where required for resolution.

Communication & Relationships

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to select, adjust and use appropriate forms of verbal and non-verbal communication with colleagues, including verbal and non-verbal communication forms.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
• Able to appropriately build relationships to gain the cooperation of relevant stakeholders (including, senior and peer colleagues, and other professionals).

Personal Ability

Essential

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and finance software.
• Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing systems and software, emails, and the internet to create simple plans and reports.
• Adaptable, self-motivated and able to work flexibly and enthusiastically as part of an integrated multi-skilled team, or on own initiative.
• Able to work effectively under pressure.
• Is able to recognise personal limitations and refer to more appropriate colleague(s) when necessary, and take accountability for own development needs.
• Is flexible in relation to work patterns.
• Independently mobile, with the ability to work across the different PCN sites, and travel to meet with stakeholders where required.

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

Bexley Health Neighbourhood Care CIC

Address

21 Bourne Road

Bexley

Kent

DA5 1LW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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