Job description

Job responsibilities

Possessing the knowledge, skills and ability to staff in report and escalating incidents, dealing with complaints and handling sensitive issues and to support staff to escalate incidents. Working closely with the Inpatient Matron and Band 7 coordinator to ensure incidents are reported appropriately and reviewed.

Take the lead for the management of reported InPhase incidents pertaining to the delivery suite and works with the Inpatient matron in the on-going investigations of InPhase reported issues.

Ensure there is effective multi-disciplinary communication within Delivery Suite, the department, the service and with other agencies external to the Trust. Take responsibility for allocating staff members to attend relevant meetings within the service and external to the Trust.

Provides a management and educational forum for staff by leading service meetings and taking responsibility for the cascade of relevant information to the Delivery Suite midwives and support staff.

Participates in the selection process for new staff and student midwives. Plan and initiate induction and orientation programmes, which integrate newly qualified and new members of staff.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife
• Evidence of Degree or masters qualification
• Recognised Teaching Qualification

Desirable

• Newborn Life Support (NLS) Course
• Management qualification/leadership course

Experience

Essential

• Suitable Post-Registration experience within relevant speciality at band 6 or above
• Extensive clinical experience
• In depth knowledge of antenatal high risk pathways
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Involvement in audit
• Previous management experience
• Evidence of the application of management/leadership skills and autonomous practice
• Budget and resource management

Knowledge

Essential

• Teaching /assessment skills
• Organisational and negotiation skills
• Effective communicator
• Leadership & motivation skills
• Evidence of audit and change management ability
• Ability to motivate self and others
• Lead and facilitate change

Desirable

• Experience with research

Skills

Essential

• Effective communicator both written and verbal
• Ability to take managerial and professional responsibility for team and staff.
• Demonstrate good leadership and organisation skills
• Ability to think logically, prioritise and use initiative
• Personal and professional maturity
• Diplomatic
• Report writing skills

Desirable

• Counselling skills.
• Participation in guideline development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide holistic, individualised, woman-centred midwifery care within the Maternity Day Assessment Unit in line with Trust guidelines, NICE guidance and national standards

Undertake comprehensive antenatal and postnatal assessments, including:

Maternal observations and MEWS

Urinalysis

Abdominal palpation, symphysis fundal height, fetal lie and auscultation

CTG monitoring where clinically indicated

Independently manage women attending DAU for ongoing surveillance and care, including but not limited to:

Hypertension, raised PCR and pre-eclampsia

Preterm pre-labour rupture of membranes (P-PROM)

Diabetes in pregnancy

Obstetric cholestasis

Fetal growth restriction and CTG surveillance

Reduced fetal movements follow-up

Women undecided or declining induction of labour

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife
• Degree or equivalent qualification
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Experience

Essential

• Experience at band 6 level
• Suitable clinical experience in all clinical areas
• Act as mentor and assessor
• Experience in taking charge of shifts

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the need of confidentiality awareness at all times
• Overall knowledge and experience of the Maternity and Maternity related guidelines and policies
• Understanding and adherence to the NMC code as well as the Standards of proficiency for midwives
• Evidence based client centred care
• Knowledge of child protection issues and policies.
• Demonstrate awareness of public health agenda

Desirable

• Awareness of resource management and budget control
• Knowledge of research and audit

Skills

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Team working skills
• Computer literacy
• High standards of clinical performance
• Ability to manage
• Leadership and Motivational skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Competent in anaesthetic practice- working autonomously with no supervision required (except for those newly qualified)

• Providing skilled Anaesthetic assistance to the Anaesthetist
• Checking anaesthetic machines & controlled drugs
• Being able to operate a wide range of equipment and use with related consumables
• use a variety of Theatre checklists and check/complete related documentation correctly
• Cleaning and stocking of anaesthetic rooms
• Safe administration of IV fluids
• Safe checking in of patients
• Calm, professional manner
• Working as part of the multi-disciplinary team
• Reporting any concerns to line manager

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• ODP/Nurse
• Anaesthetic qualification if on the HCPC/NMC register

Desirable

• Previous experience with students

Experience

Essential

• Autonomous practitioner
• Ability to work all shift patterns that are required by the department
• Currently working in NHS/Private Hospital in band 5 role in anaesthetics
• Experience in a variety of surgical specialties

Desirable

• Flexibility in working patterns

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of professional codes of conduct and practice
• Patient safety and WHO checklist
• Ability to meet deadlines

Desirable

• Knowledge of WHO
• CPD

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To maintain and develop current knowledge of evidenced-based practice in the areas of rehabilitation and neurology, developing specialist knowledge.

2. To design, develop and undertake an evidence-based project as agreed with the specialist occupational therapist within the rehabilitation and neurology team and develop improvements to service delivery and clinical practice. Make recommendations for change to the specialist occupational therapist.

3. To participate in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraisee and be responsible for complying with your agreed personal development programmes to meet knowledge requirements and competencies.

4. To respect the individuality, values, culture and religious diversity of patients and contribute to the provision of the service sensitive to these needs

5. To demonstrate ongoing personal development through participation in internal and external development opportunities and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.

6. To appraise delegated section staff to ensure all section staff have a current PDP and appraisal objectives and facilitate the successful completion of these

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Dip COT or BSc (Hons) in OT
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendances at recent post graduate courses/ in-service trainings relevant to the speciality

Desirable

• Practice Educators Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of broad based postgraduate experience to include experience in neurology, stroke or rehabilitation
• Evidence of experience working within an acute hospital environment
• Evidence of experience of supervision of staff or students including staff appraisal
• Work experience, student or therapy assistant supervision
• Teaching/training groups or individuals

Desirable

• Involvement in service improvement via project management or clinical audit
• Involvement in specialist interests groups

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of remaining up to date with professional practice and new research

communication

Essential

• Excellent verbal and non verbal communication skills

skills

Essential

• Competent IT skills
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure
• Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate appropriately

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide a friendly, welcoming and professional first point of contact to patients and a range of health care professionals. Telephone calls should be dealt with in a sensitive and tactful manner especially when liaising with distressed, angry or confused patients and/or relatives.

Deal with telephone calls and emails, responding in a timely manner and taking appropriate action as required. Provide non-clinical information to patients as appropriate recognising when to redirect calls to senior staff.

Use information systems effectively ensuring a high standard of information recording is maintained.

Support other administrative staff with the organisation of clinics and appointments and provide other administrative duties appropriate to role.

Record and update patient information on hospital IT systems accurately. To use departmental database (Infoflex) to log calls coming into the department via the nurse advice line and update patient treatment records.

Organise the admission of patients for procedures/treatments, liaising with the relevant department and contacting the patient to inform them of the admission arrangements.

Liaise with GPs and other referrers when necessary to obtain further information for the clinicians prior to the patients appointment.

Print and distribute clinical correspondence accurately within Trust timescales, ensuring that all instructions and enclosures are actioned prior to distribution.

Ensure all documents that require scanning onto the electronic patient record are uploaded accurately and appropriately in a timely manner so that patient information is available to clinical staff.

Record and update patient information on hospital IT systems accurately.

Perform basic data entry for departmental database.

Sort, prioritise and distribute incoming mail to the appropriate members of staff.

Maintain stock of stationery equipment and patient information material in the department and clinical rooms.

Provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues appropriate to experience and competence.

Take an active role within the department attending staff meetings and participate in discussions to improve and evaluate the service

Undertake relevant training identified in conjunction with line manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oGood general education

Desirable

• oNVQ / Level 2 qualification in administrative area

Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook
• oGood working knowledge of office procedures

Desirable

• oKnowledge of NHS processes and systems

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of carrying out administrative tasks, e.g., data input, receiving and making telephone calls.
• oAble to input data accurately and Efficiently
• oExperience handling confidential and sensitive information

Desirable

• oExperience of working in an NHS/health care setting.
• oExperience of processing NHS/health care documentation.
• oExperience of working with paper-based and electronic filing systems.

Personal Skills

Essential

• oTeam player
• oAble to work in accordance with Trust values
• oAble to plan and prioritise own workload
• oGood communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, face-to-face and non-facing customers
• oConfident in completing repetitive tasks whilst maintaining attention to detail.
• oEmpathetic and able to support vulnerable patients in resolving queries

Desirable

• oAbility to maintain and update patient information database(s).

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rheumatology, Zone T, Luton & Dunstable Hospital

641 Dunstable Road

Luton

LU4 8RQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Lead the ward/dept team by an appropriate management style to maintain good morale and a team approach to work:

Deploy/book staff to meet the workload with an appropriate skill mix for 24 hour cover.

Hold and maintain the designated budget.

Influence control of overall ward/dept expenditure.

Ensure regular risk assessments are carried out to identify clinical risks and prevent incidents.

Monitor the capability, competence, sickness and absence of staff.

Ensure compliance to trust policies and procedures amongst the multi-disciplinary team

Obtain and analyse statistical information for the area of practice.

Ensure the accurate input of data to I.T. systems.

Manage stores and supplies for the area of practice.

Ensure the proper use of and maintenance of equipment.

Lead in the selection, interviewing and monitoring of staff.

Attend and contribute actively to relevant meetings (e.g. ward manager and unit meetings) and working parties.

Act up for the Lead nurse

Take responsibility and lead on designate tasks in key areas care

Support band 6 staff with shift leadership and professional development.

Education, Training and Development of Staff

Guide and support staff in their professional development and clinical competence.

Reviewing and managing the performance of all staff by identifying their educational and other needs, annual IPR and objectives.

Ensuring the orientation of staff and preceptorship in in-service training.

Promote, encourage and participate in research, audit and studies related to the area of practice.

Implement ward teaching programmes.

Guide and support staff in the monitoring and assessment for all learners in the clinical area.

In liaison with universities, provide a successful learning environment for students.

Participate in a shadowing programme of the senior nurse.

Professional and Legal Responsibilities

Be familiar with and to observe ward, department, hospital and district policies,the NMC Rules and Code of Practice.

Update own knowledge and skills in order to develop professionally and to contribute to the improvement of the service.

Take responsibility for the safe storage of records and the maintenance of confidentiality

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• QIS trained with experience
• Current NLS 4 yearly training
• Experience in shift leading

Desirable

• Leadership training/Course or desire to develop
• Research experience
• Risk Management or Quality Improvement Projects participation

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work and communicate as part of the multidisciplinary team
• Good level of IT ie Email/Internet
• Ability to prioritise in order to meet deadlines when writing reports
• Effectively carries out tasks related to audit and evaluating services
• Ability to plan workload and supervise others effectively to meet service needs
• Ability to deal with operational issues
• Ability to deliver on the Key NICU performance indicators

Desirable

• Project leadership skills

Experience

Essential

• Substantial time working in Neonatal unit
• Mentoring students
• Change management skills

Desirable

• Evidence of involvement in project management

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of teaching and learning
• Able to evaluate and analyse results of audit in order to improve the service
• Experience in change management and/or quality improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of National Neonatal policies & guidelines
• Fully aware of the children's Act & National/Local Safeguarding Children Board legislation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Arndale House

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this vacancy; please review them for full details and responsibilities.

Key duties include:

• Inspecting instruments and equipment on receipt into the decontamination area and at various stages of production, storage and distribution, and immediately reporting any damaged or missing items or components.

• Dismantling and assembling instrumentation in line with manufacturers recommendations following the cleaning and disinfection process.

• Ensuring all packaging, wrapping and labelling of instrument sets and supplementary items is completed in accordance with legislation, guidance and service requirements.

• Maintaining an understanding of the different sterilisation and disinfection methods used, and recognising the importance of product liability in relation to the reuse of medical devices.

• Carrying out quality checks to confirm that devices have been correctly decontaminated and are safe for patient use.

• Taking appropriate action if there is any doubt about the effectiveness of the decontamination process, and reporting or documenting any failures to the Decontamination Services Manager

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Excellent English - communication skills, written and verbal

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience in a Healthcare Environment

Knowledge

Essential

• Good Organisational Skills
• Basic I.T Skills
• Manual Dexterity
• Attention to Details

Desirable

• Knowledge of Quality Management System - ISO 13485 / ISO9001

Personal Skills

Essential

• Good Timekeeper, changed as per policy and commence shift as indicated
• Ability to stand for lengthy periods of time
• Team focussed
• Reliable, Adaptable and Dependable
• Willing to undertake training as required
• Proactive approach and participation in the Quality Management System
• Ability to be Self directional

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford Hospital

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Name: Dr Doris Iyamabo

Job Title: Consultant in Neonatal Medicine

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Relevant postgraduate qualification MRCPCH

Desirable

• Additional relevant clinical experience - APLS/EPALS/NLS
• Level 3 Safeguarding

Eligibility

Essential

• Full UK General Medical Council (GMC) Registration with a Licence to Practice at the time of appointment
• Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies at time of application in line with GMC standards
• Good Working relationships with colleagues
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Good teaching and training
• Up to date knowledge and fit to practise safely

Desirable

• NHS experience desirable

Specific and Clinical Skills

Essential

• Evidence of achievement of Foundation competences and 3 years of neonatal experience, in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice.
• Acute care safe: up-to-date BLS and NLS. Out of hours experience relevant to the job.
• Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job, specialty knowledge exam.
• Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
• Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required for the job.
• Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.

Desirable

• Recent PALs, APLS, ARNI Course
• RCPCH Foundation of Practice (FOP), Applied Knowledge in Practice (AKP) and Theory of Science (TAS) exams

Clinical Governance / Improving quality of patient care

Essential

• Clinical governance: Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems. Demonstrates awareness of good decision making. Aware of own limitations. Track record of engaging in clinical governance: reporting errors, learning from errors.
• Audit: evidence of active participation in audit.
• Teaching: evidence of interest and experience in medical student and junior doctor teaching where required in the job.

Desirable

• Research Skills: Demonstrates understanding of the principles of research, evidence of relevant academic and research achievements.

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Evidence of active participation in audit
• Evidence of interest and experience in medical student and junior doctor teaching where required in the job

Desirable

• Understanding of the principles of research, evidence of relevant academic and research achievements

Personal Skills

Essential

• Demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professional in the team.
• Capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to work effectively in multi-professional teams.
• Capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with the setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances.
• Capacity to use logical /lateral thinking to solve problems & make decisions.
• Capacity to organise oneself and Juniors to prioritise own time management. Demonstrates punctuality, preparation and self-discipline. Understands importance of information technology.
• Able to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient care.
• Promotes equality and values diversity.

Desirable

• Able to adapt to work with employers
• Experience in Leadership skills
• Demonstrates skills needed for effective delegation within the team: 360 feedback

Probity

Essential

• Professional integrity and respect for others: capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgmental approach towards others. Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality and ethical issues.

Commitment to on-going professional development

Essential

• Learning and personal development: demonstrates interest in the specialty required for the job. Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining professional skills and knowledge relevant to the job.
• Demonstrates a willingness to fully engage in appraisal. Self-awareness and ability to accept and learn from feedback.

Desirable

• Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the job.
• Specialty exams.

Language and Communication Skills

Essential

• All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
• Applicants have scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent equal to those required for recruitment to MMC specialty training programmes.
• If applicants believe that they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of the examples they need to provide evidence.
• Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation and can communicate will with colleagues, parents and children
• Capacity to listen and take in others perspectives and considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options
• Always considers the full impact of clinical decisions on the patients, Practice shared decision making.

Desirable

• 360 feedback
• Patient survey feedback and reflections

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton & Dunstable University Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The specialty commitment of this post includes the provision of specialist and general outpatient clinics, consultant to consultant referrals, GP Advice and Guidance and MDT participation. The post holder will also be expected to participate in General Internal Medicine (GIM) and In-reach rota. This responsibility is shared with other departmental colleagues.

The GIM in-patient commitment and the Diabetes specialty in-reaching commitments will rotate in blocks of 4 weeks, to be shared with other consultant colleagues in the department. This duty is to provide ward-based care duty for the teams designated base ward (Ward 12). Elective out-patient work commitment in Diabetes and Endocrinology, will be adjusted accordingly during blocks of GIM / Diabetes in-reaching.

Weekend commitment (other than B rota on-call) for specialty support, is provided for during the GIM block, in the form of phone support (from home or on-site if doing weekend base ward round) for Diabetes Inpatient Specialist Nurse (DISN) on both Saturday and Sunday.

Currently the Acute Medical responsibility of the post is to participate in the B rota, which is a 1:10 rota. The B rota consultant provides out of hours general medical cover (up to 78 years of age). The B rota undertakes the traditional weekday morning and weekend post-take round of patients admitted overnight on a 1:10 rota, the physicians are also available to be called back into the hospital out of hours to deal with clinical problems.

The successful candidate will participate in the B rota and share the ward based in-patient General Medical work. If review of Acute Medical services leads to change in the Acute Medical duty of this post from B rota to A rota participation, a corresponding reduction of the ward-based in-patient General medical duty component of the post will be made and adjusted correspondingly.

The pattern will be subject to change, in order to fit in with the requirements of the Needs Based Care model in the provision of Acute/ General Internal Medicine and Diabetes specialty in-reaching, as well as availability of out-patient clinic spaces. Elective out-patient work commitment in Diabetes and Endocrinology will be adjusted accordingly during blocks of GIM /Diabetes in-reaching

Example indicative table is available within the job description (section 3)

Closing Date: 11.09.2026

Assessment Date: Week Commencing 12th October TBC

Interview Date: 23.10.2026

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Medical Degree
• MRCP

Desirable

• MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
• Ability to supervise postgraduate research

Registration

Essential

• Full GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
• oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register

Clinical Effectiveness

Essential

• Experience of guideline appraisal
• Participation in relevant local audits
• Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
• Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.

Desirable

• Evidence of implementing relevant evidence based medicine.
• Implementation of evidence based guidelines.
• Participation in relevant national audits.
• Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal.

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Excellent all round experience of DGH work
• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in General Medicine and Diabetes/Endocrinology.
• Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.

Desirable

• Expertise and leadership in a sub-specialty area of Diabetes and Endocrinology e.g. Diabetes in young adults/ adolescent, insulin pump therapy.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

L&D Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Making Appointments for Imaging Department following waiting lists and cross covering modalities, answering the phones and checking patients in at the main reception desk for the imaging department. Liaising with professional staff to ensure that urgent patients are dealt with in acceptable time scales. Assisting the team lead as per necessary. Actioning tasks in a timely manor, avoiding delays in patients pathways.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.

Desirable

• Good level of further education qualifications.

Experience

Essential

• Previous office skills in administrative roles and reception work.

Desirable

• Previous experience working with patients in a health care setting.

Communication Skills

Essential

• Communication skills both oral and written.

Desirable

• To be able to work within a team.

Personal Skills

Essential

• Able to prioritise tasks.

Desirable

• IT skills and the ability to learn new computer systems.

Knowledge

Essential

• NHS knowledge.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Microsoft office package.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults: All employees and volunteers working within the Trust have a responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Undertake telephone triage for chemotherapy patients and their carers, to ensure that potential treatment toxicities are treated appropriatelyand swiftly.

To work within a nurse-led environment, taking responsibility for assessment of the patients clinical condition and consequent clinical decisionmaking. Analysing problems, evaluating and implementing solutions.

To work as an independent non-medical prescriber within areas of work as required, taking responsibility for the clinical assessment of the patient, establishing a diagnosis and the clinical management, as well as responsibility for prescribing where necessary and the appropriateness of any prescription used. Independent prescribers will be responsible for prescribing a range of drugs within their competence in accordance with trust protocols.

Recognition of poor response/deteriorating performance status thereby arranging early medical review and / or hospital admission

To ensure the patients physical, social, and psychological needs are met and refer to appropriate services when necessary.

To ensure that nursing is of a high standard and in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and contracts. As a qualified chemotherapy nurse, the post holder is responsible for their own practice and that of the Unit, hence must be willing to comment on and contribute to any changes of Unit work procedures.

To ensure that cytotoxic drugs, blood transfusions and other supportive treatments are administered in a safe manner. Be aware of the safety implications of cytotoxic drugs and be able to work safely with an unpredictable workload.

To perform phlebotomy and cannulation; administration of cytotoxic drugs, blood transfusions and other supportive treatments. Liaise with hospital and community staff for follow-up care, providing those staff with specialist advice where necessary.

To recognise own limitations and know when it is appropriate and desirable to ask for assistance.

To provide evidence based clinical advice to patients and their carers. This includes telephone advice and deciding on whether patients need further medical advice in the community or admission to the hospital.

To support patients, their carers and staff as they cope with their diagnosis, recognising when there is a need to refer on for more specialist input. Provide a high level of interpersonal skills. To include cytotoxic, biological and investigational and new drug treatments

Ensure accurate doses have been prescribed

Order relevant investigations as per protocol.

Undertake phlebotomy as required

Insertion of peripheral vascular access devices

Maintenance of peripherally inserted / tunnelled central catheters

Ensure that all supportive pre-medication, hydration and medications have been prescribed, and are administered

Check that cumulative doses of drugs with maximum lifetime doses have not been exceeded

Ensure that the patient is monitored for hypersensitivity/allergic reactions and in that instance the appropriate action is instigated immediately.

Ensure the patient understands how and when to take oral cytotoxic agents and other supportive medication.

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

To manage the treatment clinics on a daily basis, ensuring effective use of all resources. This involves planning the patients care package appropriately, adjusting work plan according to the needs of unwell patients and ensuring data entry of clinic information on the hospital computer system.

To manage the unit in the absence of the manager, ensuring adequate staff cover is maintained.

To maintain confidentiality and privacy at all times.

To act as an advocate for patients and their carers and refer on as appropriate.

To be aware of and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Luton & Dunstable Hospital.

To be responsible for managing and ordering stores/supplies within practice area whilst being aware of budget constraints.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RGN
• Post graduation study/Haematology/Oncology course.
• SACT accredited course/Passport
• Evidence degree level study

Desirable

• BSC/MSC
• Mentorship/teaching
• Cancer / Oncology qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of cancer and chemotherapy treatments. oUnderstanding of the need of confidentiality awareness at all times.
• Cytotoxic treatments and management of treatment side effects
• Current relevant research

Desirable

• Data collection service improvement
• Team working
• Ability to support and influence change
• Experience of audit and research
• Experience of audit and research
• Experience of teaching

Communication

Essential

• Advanced communication skills training
• Handling distressed patients and their carers
• Managing difficult conversations
• Highly effective communication

Desirable

• Counselling course
• Presentation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification attached and any other accompanying documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with Degree
• Teaching/Mentorship Qualification
• Already enrolled on the Advanced Clinical Practice MSc pathway

Desirable

• Leadership Qualification
• Teaching or education Qualification
• Dementia Qualification
• Advanced Life support
• Full driving licence

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Working at an advanced level of nursing with the necessary experience as a qualified nurse
• Experience in geriatric medicine / care of the elderly setting within acute or community settings
• Knowledge and experience in both admission and discharge processes within the acute trust
• Knowledge and experience of the Mental Capacity Act
• Understanding of Governance and assurance systems and application to practice

Desirable

• Specialist Knowledge of geriatric medicine including dementia and safeguarding

Skills

Essential

• Models excellent clinical skills and is able to implement these into practice. Venepuncture & phlebotomy. Catheterisation Bladder scan ECG.
• Able to use IT data bases computer literate, proven ability to use word, excel and email.

Desirable

• Ability to carry out a mental Capacity Assessment and Best interest Assessment
• ECG interpretation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will:

Be accountable for their practice and role modelling the highest standards of care to all members of the Endoscopy team, working in the clinical setting, maintaining and enhancing the skill mix.

Be responsible for ensuring staff achieve their local induction and clinical competencies.

To submit an annual Training Needs Analysis, proceed to request funded training. Following this training to assess and monitor the competence of staff that have been in receipt of funded education by the Trust to evaluate the return on investment and effectiveness of courses.

Assess and monitor the competence of staff whose performance does not meet required levels.

Assess, implement and evaluate the standards of care required for medical patients to ensure patient safety and quality of care, working with the lead nurse to identify and resolve failures in standards of care and the care environment.

Develop and ensure clinical protocols for practice are evidence based and updated regularly taking into account new research

Lead in the development, review and formulation of clinical guidelines, policies and protocols relating to specific aspects of care of patient care

Actively contribute to local audits against quality performance standards and contribute to action planning to address gaps found

Contribute to the review and development of hospital wide nursing procedures and guidelines.

To organise and maintain accurate records of provided training/CPD, including individual and larger group workshops. Be a point o contact for external agencies and training providers.

Support systems for sharing good practice within Endoscopy and Trust-wide.

Attend and participate in Trust and Directorate meetings as required for the post

Management

To lead and be responsible for ensuring newly appointed staff have achieved their local induction within a set time frame. Act as a role model in providing leadership, motivation and vision to contribute to the development of skills and expertise.

Work closely with the Endoscopy Clinical Operations Manager, Endoscopy Compliance Operational Manager, Endoscopy Lead Nurse, Ward Managers, Endoscopy Clinical Lead and Consultants within gastroenterology and Endoscopy to determine units priorities, introduce new initiatives and implement change in order to develop the departments profile and improve patient care.

Ensure compliance to Trust policies and procedures by the multi-disciplinary teams

Contribute to investigations of incidents and complaints relating to patients/clients, implementing and monitoring action plans as necessary

Work within budgetary confines of the Directorate

Assist in exploring more efficient and effective ways of providing a high standard of patient care and utilisation of resources (skills and knowledge)

Be aware of national drivers and policies in relation to patient care

Contribute to business, professional, strategic planning, strategies, policies and guidance for the delivery of high quality care within the department and across the Trust

Contribute to the recruitment and retention of staff

Negotiate with external agencies to improve the quality of patient care. This is to include collaboration with other Endoscopy units and the local universities.

To support the Band 6 in their role as clinical leads in Endoscopy.

Education

Promote a clinical environment that is conducive to learning, demonstrating effective communication and interpersonal skills and that the environment meets the NMC standards for Pre-registration students.

In collaboration with the Lead Nurse and clinical sisters/charge nurse review and identify the education, training and development needs of all staff involved in Endoscopy procedures, including trainee endoscopists, and the care of patients.

Lead in planning, developing and facilitating educational training programmes for those delivering care to patients in critical care, to meet the needs as identified.

Provide a structured and innovative local induction programme for new clinical staff ensuring that their competencies are assessed and Personal Development Plans are in place and reviewed during their induction period.

Provide supervision and mentorship underpinned by theoretical specialist knowledge and practical experience within Endoscopy to support staff.

In partnership with the senior nursing staff ensure that the Training Needs Analysis of all staff is conducted and incorporated into the Directorate contracts.

Identifies own Personal Development needs, clinical competencies deficits, education and development needs at own appraisal, demonstrating alignment with Trust corporate objectives and utilising SMART principles.

Participate in the facilitation of hospitalwide education programmes, especially Endoscopy programmes.

Liaise with other professional colleagues to encourage multi-disciplinary training and education.

Help with the maintenance of staff training records in accordance with Trust protocols and JAG.

Ability to empower others to make critical and timely decisions in challenging and difficult clinical situations.

Ability to competently assess RGN, NA, CSW & AP in the care of patients undergoing procedures within Endoscopy and X-ray.

Ensure that a sufficient number of Mentors are available and that these mentors are updated annually and have completed their triennial review.

Maintain and update a staff skills matric of competencies and training resources, whilst overseeing a high compliance of department Mandatory training requirements.

To partake in a collaborative practice with the Bedford Hospital Endoscopy Clinical Trainer, to attend meetings and when relevant to share training opportunities with the Bedford Endoscopy team.

Support lead nurse for the educational audit

Support the education and development of all staff including students, ensuring all staff have a

Personal Development Plan and meet their personal objectives.

Encourage reflective practice and actively participates for self or others.

Communication

Promote effective communication between members of multi-disciplinary teams within the organisation and with external stakeholders to ensure that care of patients is delivered both effectively and efficiently to ensure that continuity of care is maintained

Contribute to the development of effective methods of communication within teams.

Attend and contribute in team/multi-disciplinary meetings

Demonstrates proactive communication with all staff on the clinical condition and treatment/discharge/transfer plans of patients

Actively demonstrates to staff how to involve patients, relatives and carers in the treatment and care

Maintain an effective working relationship with the medical and nursing ward teams within the medical directorate

Professional

Lead the development of working groups and project teams to provide expertise and specialist knowledge in relation to Endoscopy, ensure feedback is provided to all colleagues in the directorate.

Establish and maintain professional net working relationships with all relevant professionals agencies and organisations.

Ensure clinical audit JAG is conducted appropriately; all results are fed back at Directorate and Trust audit meetings, all appropriate actions as a result of the audit carried out in a timely manner.

Ensure the accurate input of data to IT systems and that where applicable data is comprehensively analysed.

Promote, encourage and participate in research, within Endoscopy.

Assist Endoscopy Clinical Operations Manager, Endoscopy Compliance Operational Manager, Lead Nurse and Clinical Lead in the recognition and implementation of changes within Endoscopy, JAG and National Frameworks in relation to Gastroenterology.

Promote and develop the implementation of research-based practice

To ensure a high compliance within JETS Workforce amongst the Endoscopy staff team. This can be commenced as part of the initial induction process and will include e-lfh ENDO modules 1-3, assisting individuals to create JETS Workforce Accounts, peer reviewing DOPS, producing witness statements, competency assessing and supporting colleagues to produce reflective accounts. This responsibility also encapsulates arranging off site / online ENDO 1 courses and for correct governance specific digital records / resources.

Health, Safety and Security

In conjunction with the ward teams, ensure equipment is maintained and used correctly.

Ensure staff are aware of their personal responsibilities in attending both induction and statutory training programmes.

Personal Development

Maintain personal and professional status by ensuring own development meets the requirements of the NMC and of the post

Update own knowledge and skills in order to develop professionally and to contribute to improvements in the service

Participate in own annual appraisal and agree a Personal Development Plan in line with set objectives

Maintain professional portfolio demonstrating own competence, identifying areas for further development and improving competence.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 1 Registered Nurse of the NMC register
• Evidence of post registration qualification in Endoscopy nursing
• ENB 998 / MSPP (or equivalent teaching qualification)
• 1st level degree (or working towards)
• ILS certificate
• Evidence of ongoing continuous professional and academic development within speciality

Desirable

• Masters level degree or working towards academic achievement
• Leadership/Managerial development programme

Experience

Essential

• Able to evidence experience in a variety of Endoscopy settings at Band 6 level or above
• Knowledge of local, regional and national policies pertaining to JETS, JAG practice
• Knowledge of a variety of teaching methods
• Experience of mentoring/ supervising/ assessing staff and students in practice
• Experience of managing a team

Desirable

• Experience of writing clinical guidelines
• Experience of introducing evidence-based practice and clinical benchmarking
• Experience in audit and report writing

Skills

Essential

• Broad range of GI Endoscopy clinical skills including ERCP
• Good leadership and management skills
• Understanding of the principles of teaching and learning and their application within the practice setting
• Good verbal and written communication and counselling skills
• Knowledge of current evidence / research base and its application in practice
• IT skills including MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Presentation and teaching skills

Desirable

• Experience of change management

Personal Characteristics

Essential

• Proven ability and willingness to work under self-direction
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Friendly and approachable disposition
• Organised, enthusiastic, assertive and self motivated
• Ability to cope with change
• Able to demonstrate resilience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton & Dunstable University NHS Trust

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• With the support of the Orthopaedic Consultant, contribute to the delivery of the Virtual Fracture Clinic (VFC) service, working closely with the Orthopaedic multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide effective triage, clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients within the VFC setting.

• Work collaboratively with the Trauma and Orthopaedic Clinical Director, General Manager, Service Manager, and Therapies Lead(s) to support the development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of the VFC service.

• Provide specialist clinical expertise to support the development and continuous improvement of the VFC service, working collaboratively with key stakeholders across the service and wider multidisciplinary team.

• Undertake comprehensive clinical assessments of patients presenting with a diverse range of orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions, including complex presentations, using advanced clinical reasoning to establish a diagnosis and make appropriate onward referrals for further management where required.

• Undertake all aspects of clinical practice as an autonomous practitioner, demonstrating professional accountability for clinical decision-making and ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, evidence-based, and patient-centred care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma in Physiotherapy / BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
• Evidence of relevant post graduate courses/CPD and reflective practice
• Up to date professional development portfolio

Desirable

• Member of the CSP

Experience

Essential

• Wide ranging post graduate clinical experience
• Involvement in carrying out clinical audit including the co-ordination and evaluation of, and the use of findings to make service developments
• Experience at senior level within a relevant specialty
• Experience of reviewing plain film

Desirable

• Experience of reviewing MR images

Knowledge

Essential

• Proven specialist skills in an Orthopaedic and Musculoskeletal setting
• Proven understanding of clinical governance with risk management
• Ability to analyse complex information

Communication, personal characteristics & relationship skills

Essential

• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with (professional) and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.

Skills

Essential

• Proven ability to work within context of tight deadlines
• Able to problem solve, including under pressure
• High level of IT skills

Desirable

• Up to date IR(ME)R training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

bedford

Kempston Road

bedford

MK42 9DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

To assist BMS and laboratory senior BMS in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service.

To follow the quality policy for the department including the agreed quality objectives.

To follow the UKAS standards for the department using the Pathology Quality Management System as established, to fulfil the quality circles and audit inherent to the ISO 15189 standards of compliance.

To assist in actions required as determined, to resolve nonconformities that are recorded by internal and/or external audits and/or complaints.

To follow the Standard Operating Procedures [SOP] for the department utilising the Document Management Module of the Q-Pulse system.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• GCSE's or equivalent in Science or Science related subject
• GCSE's or equivalent in English Language

Desirable

• A Levels of equivalent in Science or Science related subject
• BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Excellent timekeeping abilities
• Ability to quickly grasp new skills and apply them
• Flexible and adaptable
• Ability to manage own workload

Desirable

• Experience within Microbiology
• Experience using LIMS (WinPath Enterprise)
• Some experience of a Hospital laboratory environment

Skills

Essential

• Standard keyboard skills
• Excellent inter-personal skills
• Ability to tolerate exposure to highly unpleasant substances and infectious substances
• Personal integrity
• Flexible approach

Desirable

• Data entry skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Fundamental laboratory practice including H&S
• Specimen preparation

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford Hospital South Wing

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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