Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE, grade C or above (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths
• Business and Administration Level 3 NVQ or equivalent experience

Aptitudes

Essential

• Respecting Everyone
• Embracing Change
• Recognising Success
• Working Together

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Clerical / administrative experience, including filing and/or reception
• Experience of dealing with the public, both on the telephone and in person
• Experience of using a Patient Administration System

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Effective and polite manner when dealing with people, both face to face and on the phone
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
• Ability to work effectively in a busy team, adjust to change and motivate others
• Ability to work on your own, using your own initiative, if required
• Confidence to handle difficult conversations with patients, relatives and carers
• Effective organisational skills
• Good IT skills including Microsoft packages
• Attention to detail

Desirable

• Working knowledge of outpatient policies and procedures

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Michael's Hospital

Southwell Street

Bristol

BS2 8EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Principal Clinical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry the postholder will

• be responsible for the day-to-day management of scientific aspects of the toxicology and antenatal screeningservices (incorporating clinical and coronial toxicology, cholinesterase and antenatal screening for trisomies), ultimately responsible to theConsultant Clinical Scientist.
• Contribute to the clinical and scientific leadership of the automated clinical biochemistry service
• Participate in the general biochemistry clinical validation rota, providing interpretation and clinical advice in general biochemistry and endocrinology, and participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota for clinical advice.
• Interpret and report toxicology results and, in conjunction with the Consultant Clinical Scientist, produce postmortem toxicology reports for pathologists and coroners.
• Take a lead role in the laboratory provision of the antenatal screening service (fetal anomaly screening program, FASP)

Please refer to the job description for more details

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• First or second-class honours degree in biochemistry, chemistry or a related subject.
• Master's degree (or assessed equivalent level of knowledge) in the specialty of Clinical Biochemistry
• Satisfactory completion of a formal pre-registration scientist training programme in Clinical Biochemistry
• State Registration with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical Scientist (Clinical Biochemistry).

Desirable

• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath)

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Able to use and manipulate lab computer systems and standard software packages

Experience

Essential

• To have completed post graduate training approved as appropriate for registration together with supervised in-service experience totalling a minimum of 3 years
• Experience of undertaking research and development and audit
• Extensive IT experience and knowledge of laboratory computer information systems, common software packages (Word, Excel and Sharepoint) and specialist software packages (e.g. statistical packages)

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of progression towards FRCPath, including attainment of part 1 FRCPath

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• The post holder must be able to accurately record, analyse and interpret the results of investigations undertaken within Clinical Biochemistry
• The post holder must be able to process very complex scientific information, as is required in the specialist areas of Toxicology and antenatal screening
• The ability to lead and direct a team of staff, to ensure smooth running of the Department and achievement of goals and targets in the designated section.
• To have developed analytical (technical) skills in general and specialist clinical biochemistry techniques
• To have a good knowledge of analytical methods, quality assurance and problem solving/troubleshooting

Desirable

• Highly developed expertise and knowledge of theoretical, clinical and laboratory analytical aspects of the specialist field of Toxicology
• Highly developed expertise and knowledge of theoretical, clinical and laboratory aspects of antenatal screening for trisomies
• To have developed technical ability in specialist techniques such as tandem mass spectrometry

Experience

Essential

• To have experience as a registered clinical scientist acting at a senior level in a range of clinical biochemistry specialties
• Experience of the analysis and interpretation of all aspects of General and Endocrine Biochemistry and its application to clinical practice, such that the post holder can act as an expert within the Trust
• Experience of developing and troubleshooting new methods, for use in research projects or routine clinical biochemistry service

Desirable

• Clinical and laboratory experience within the specialist field of Toxicology

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• A thorough understanding of the basic science that underpins the speciality of Clinical Biochemistry and its application to clinical practice
• An appreciation of other pathology disciplines and diagnostic imaging to view findings in the appropriate clinical context
• Able to advise medical and nursing staff on appropriate investigations and interpretation of biochemical and metabolic processes
• Expert knowledge in a specialist area of work relevant to the role (for example toxicology or antenatal screening)
• Able to initiate and conduct Research and Development activities
• Able to conduct audits of both the laboratory and clinical service
• The ability to critically appraise new information published in the literature
• An up to date awareness of national policies affecting the NHS, Laboratory Medicine, Blood Sciences and Clinical Biochemistry in particular
• Ability to communicate complex information and interpret the significance of results back to requestors
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Able to prepare and present scientific and clinical information at meetings and provide teaching and training for laboratory staff

Personal qualities

Essential

• Ability to work independently, managing own workload and that of others within the department
• Ability to work under pressure to deadlines
• Able and confident to challenge established views
• Able to maintain self-control in difficult and challenging situations
• Able to maintain intense concentration on important tasks despite frequent interruptions
• Good interpersonal 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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full overview of the Job Description and Person Specification, please refer to the PDF documents attached as an additional documents to this advert.

Care Management

• Demonstrate a sound understanding of scrub and circulating roles and the responsibilities in these roles.
• Be competent in all aspects of scrub / circulating technique and procedures.
• Participate in all safety procedures including safety briefings and WHIO Safer Surgery checklist, swab needle and instrument counts, management of clinical specimens etc.
• Work as a skilled member of the perioperative team, and be responsible for the assessment of care given to patients within the operating theatre and other areas where operative / invasive procedures are performed.
• Run theatre lists both efficiently and competently following policies and procedures.
• Take responsibility in ensuring the safe, effective and efficient management of allocated resources within scrub / circulating areas including assisting with the planning of daily allocation of team members.
• Be responsible for the care and maintenance of all instrumentation, equipment and consumable goods within your designated area. This responsibility will extend to all areas of the scrub / circulating service and to inform the appropriate person of any stock/equipment requirements.
• Take appropriate action in regards to faulty equipment as per Trust policy and participate in the ordering and training of new equipment
• Ensure that the department is at all times clean and organised with sufficient supplies and equipment which are correctly cleaned, in working order and correctly stored.
• Supervise the work of junior and unqualified colleagues in the assessment of patients and advise appropriately, providing specialist knowledge in assessing and interpreting acute and other patients conditions.
• Support Theatre Managers in developing and reviewing policies and standards for the safe use of equipment and substances hazardous to health in the department

Person Specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current live NMC registration or Registered ODP with current HCPC registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Teaching and assessing qualification (998 or equivalent) or willing to undertake after 2 years post registration (secured a position on this type of course)
• Post basic specialist qualification eg: perioperative modules, Surgical First Assistant

Work Experience

Essential

• Recent experience of working as a Registered Nurse/ ODP in an acute operating theatre setting
• Experience across a range of operating theatre scrub specialties

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Effective communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping.
• Contribution to team development
• Sound knowledge of the guidelines set out in the NMC / HCPC code of professional conduct and current perioperative issues
• Excellent organisational skills, proven ability to problem solve and remain 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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

The Mental Health Liaison Service is a specialist multidisciplinary team providing mental health assessment, intervention and support across the Bristol Foundation Trust Group acute hospital sites, including City and Weston site and Southmead site. The service works closely with acute hospital colleagues and partner agencies to ensure patients receive timely, high-quality mental healthcare alongside their physical health needs.

Person Specification

Assessment Experience

Essential

• Evidence of assessment experience community
• Working knowledge of legal frameworks
• Ability to work ambitiously in complex case work

Desirable

• Years experience 4+
• Leadership and compassionate staff management
• Crisis team or equivalent 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).

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Training & Qualification

Essential

• RSCN/ RN child branch (NMC registered) or equivalent
• Current NMC registration

Desirable

• Work towards relevant university accredited post basic study programmes e.g. teaching and assessing course

Knowledge, Skills and abilities

Essential

• Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within a hospital environment (A), (I)
• Interest in the clinical area (A), (I)
• Demonstrate competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical area (A), (I)
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to communicate effectively with patients, carers and MDT (A), (I)
• Computer skills (A), (I)
• Competence in calculations for safe administration of medicines/fluids (A), (I)
• Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient (A), (I)
• Clinical decision-making ability (A), (I)
• Teaching/supervisory skills (A), (I)
• Ability to work with minimum supervision (A), (I)
• Be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard (A), (I)

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of taking charge (A), (I)
• Experience of teaching (A), (I)

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Self-motivated (A), (I)
• A team player (A), (I)
• Ability to work with minimum supervision (A), (I)
• Act in a professional manner (A), (I)

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see detailed job description attached.

The primary role is the administration and scoring of standardised neuropsychological tests with individual patients, together with the collation and summary of the resulting data. You will work to a test battery specified by, and under the clinical responsibility of, a qualified psychologist. Full training is provided to develop the knowledge and skills required to administer the tests, and you will receive regular clinical supervision throughout.

You will work with people affected by a range of neurological conditions, including acquired brain injury, epilepsy, brain tumours, stroke, hydrocephalus and functional neurological disorder. Assessment sessions are one to one and the post calls for sustained concentration, accuracy and the ability to build rapport quickly with patients and families across a wide range of ages and levels of cognitive function.

Main responsibilities:

Administer neuropsychological tests with individual patients as directed by the supervising psychologist.

Score psychometric tools, then collate and summarise the data onto specified data sheets and departmental databases, presenting these alongside an observational record of the session.

Adapt communication where patients have difficulty understanding or expressing themselves, including occasionally working with interpreters and accommodating sensory impairment.

Recognise and respond to distress or fatigue during testing, and report the same day to the supervising psychologist.

Maintain accurate, contemporaneous records in line with Trust, departmental and professional standards.

Plan and manage your own diary of assessment appointments within the schedules set by the supervising psychologist.

Support departmental audit, service evaluation and research activity through data collection and entry.

Undertake regular supervision and an agreed professional development plan.

Person Specification

Education/Training

Essential

• Bachelor level qualification in Psychology at 2:1 or higher
• Eligible for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society.

Desirable

• MSc in Neuropsychology

Work experience

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare environment or with people with neurological conditions

Desirable

• Experience working as an assistant psychologist in a neuropsychology department

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead

Donal Early Way

Bristol

BS105NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

(Continuation of main duties)

• Co-lead with the Clinical Director, Base Lead Consultants and Lead Consultant for Governance, the clinical governance agenda for the service, ensuring the service continues to meet the needs of its service users (patients, relatives, referring clinicians, specialties and Networks).
• Contribute to national adult transfer service development.
• Be an active member of the South West Critical Care Network Transfer Group.

Please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• oSignificant recent leadership experience in speciality of critical care (E)
• oAbility to demonstrate significant and recent critical care experience (E)
• oALS provider (E)
• oAbility to lead and manage a team (E)
• oUnderstanding of the principles and application of effective staff and HR management/appraisals (E)
• oUnderstanding the theory and application of clinical governance (E)
• oUnderstanding and evidence of the use of audit in clinical practice (E)
• oAbility to act as a role model, providing excellent patient care and promoting a culture where staff feel valued (E)
• oPrevious experience of change management and problem solving (E)
• oPrevious experience of ensuring a safe environment (E)

Desirable

• oLeadership Program or equivalent (D)

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• oAttention to detail in the development, production and dissemination of documents and information (E)
• oAbility to work in a highly demanding specialist environment and use of reflective practice (E)
• oStrong organisational skills - prioritising complex situations (E)
• oExcellent advanced critical care clinical skills (E)
• oAble to work across professional team and organisational boundaries (E)
• oDemonstrates ability to implement and utilise audit data to improve quality (E)
• oAble to advise on and implement improvements to the quality and efficiency of care for patients in the service (E)
• oAbility to analyse, interpret and compare complex facts or situations and act appropriately (E)
• oAbility to work with advanced technologies (E)
• oFlexibility, adaptability to meet needs of a changing service (E)
• oSelf-motivated and able to motivate others (E)
• oEvidence of continued leadership / management development (E)
• oKnowledge of national and local specialty specific issues (E)
• oPrevious experience of research and audit (E)

Desirable

• Experience of presentations at local and regional level (D)

IM & T

Essential

• oCompetent in the use of IT packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint (E)
• oCompetent in videoconferencing using Microsoft Teams (E)

Desirable

• oGood knowledge of, and experience of the management of, Electronic Patient Record systems (D)

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• oCurrent NMC Registration (E)
• oDegree or equivalent qualification in nursing (E)
• oRelevant accredited post registration - (E)
• oQualification in Teaching, Assessing and mentoring (E)
• oEvidence of Masters level academic study or willingness to work towards Masters (in relevant health related subject) (E)
• oCompletion of Step 1-3 competencies or equivalent experience in critical care. (E)

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Retrieve - Peninsula Base

Launceston Community Hospital

Launceston, Cornwall

PL15 9JD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate

effectively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, relatives and external stakeholders.

Ability to present complex clinical, governance and performance information in a clear

and meaningful way to a range of audiences.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships across

departments and professional groups.

Confident in leading meetings, delivering presentations, facilitating training sessions

and chairing governance discussions.

Skilled in managing difficult conversations, providing constructive feedback and

supporting conflict resolution in a professional manner.

Demonstrates emotional intelligence, empathy and professionalism when dealing with

staff wellbeing, patient concerns and service issues.

Ability to influence and negotiate effectively to achieve service improvements and

organisational objectives.

Promotes a culture of civility, inclusion, psychological safety and collaborative working.

Able to motivate, coach and develop staff to achieve high standards of performance

and patient care.

Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates professionalism when handling sensitive

information.

Highly organised with the ability to prioritise competing demands and work effectively

under pressure.

Demonstrates resilience, adaptability and sound judgement within a complex and

rapidly changing clinical environment

Ability to communicate governance, patient safety, educational and equipment-related requirements in a way that supports engagement and compliance . Establishes credibility and trust through visible leadership, integrity and consistent professional behaviour. Effective networking and partnership-working skills, enabling collaboration across the Trust and with external organisations. Professional Knowledge and Expertise Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner with current professional registration. Extensive experience of clinical leadership and management within a clinical setting. Comprehensive knowledge of governance, clinical risk management and patient safety processes. Detailed understanding of incident reporting, investigation, and the implementation of learning from incidents. Sound knowledge of national clinical standards, regulatory requirements and healthcare legislation. Experience of leading quality improvement programmes, clinical audit and service development projects. In-depth knowledge of medical device management, equipment safety, maintenance requirements and asset management processes. Experience of developing business cases and managing equipment replacement programmes and capital bids. Knowledge of infection prevention and control, health and safety legislation, and safe systems of work. Experience of developing, implementing and reviewing policies, standard operating procedures and clinical guidelines. Understanding of workforce planning, establishment management, performance management and staff wellbeing initiatives. Experience of managing change and supporting service transformation within a complex healthcare environment. Knowledge of educational principles, competency-based assessment and workforce development strategies. Experience of delivering training, competency assessments, mentorship and clinical education programmes. Ability to analyse and interpret quality, safety and performance data to support decision-making and service improvements. Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to maintaining specialist knowledge. Leadership, management, teaching or quality improvement qualification, or equivalent experience. Competence in the use of electronic patient records, incident reporting systems, audit databases and Microsoft Office applications.

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Analyse complex clinical, operational and governance information to identify risks, trends and opportunities for improvement within theatre services. Investigate incidents, complaints, equipment failures and near misses, determining root causes and implementing appropriate corrective and preventative actions. Use professional judgement to escalate patient safety concerns and operational risks in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. Interpret audit findings, quality metrics and performance data to identify areas requiring intervention and service improvement. Assess the impact of equipment failures, defects or shortages on service delivery and implement appropriate contingency plans to maintain patient safety and operational continuity. Evaluate and prioritise competing operational demands, balancing patient needs, staffing levels, theatre utilisation and organisational priorities. Lead complex investigations and contribute to formal reports, action plans and recommendations arising from incidents, complaints and governance reviews. Analyse workforce, training and competency data to identify gaps and develop solutions to mitigate risks and improve performance. Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and clinical teams on governance, education, risk management and equipment-related issues. Support decision-making relating to procurement, replacement and standardisation of theatre equipment, considering clinical need, risk, compliance and financial implications. Assess compliance with national standards, legislation and Trust policies, identifying where remedial action is required. Make autonomous decisions within agreed professional and organisational boundaries, seeking senior support where necessary for highly complex or contentious issues. Anticipate emerging risks and develop proactive solutions to prevent adverse impacts on patient safety, quality of care and service delivery. Contribute to business planning and service development by evaluating evidence, benchmarking information and best practice guidance. Facilitate multidisciplinary discussions to resolve complex clinical, operational and organisational challenges, ensuring decisions are evidence-based and patient-centred. Respond effectively to unexpected situations, service pressures and operational disruptions, using sound judgement to maintain safe and effective patient care. Practical and technical skills Plan, coordinate and monitor governance, education and equipment work programmes across theatre services to ensure delivery of departmental and organisational objectives. Develop and maintain annual governance, audit, training and equipment replacement plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory and Trust requirements.

Coordinate clinical audits, accreditation activities, quality improvement projects and action plans, ensuring deadlines are achieved and outcomes are embedded into practice. Organise and facilitate governance, patient safety, education and equipment meetings, ensuring actions are monitored and completed. Lead the planning and coordination of staff training, competency assessments, induction programmes and mandatory training schedules. Work collaboratively with Theatre Managers, Matrons, Practice Development Teams and multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure workforce development plans meet service requirements. Coordinate the management of medical devices and equipment, including procurement, maintenance schedules, replacement programmes and asset register compliance. Plan equipment replacement and capital investment programmes, balancing clinical priorities, risk assessments and available financial resources. Support operational planning for theatre services, ensuring governance, education and equipment requirements are incorporated into service delivery plans. Prioritise and manage multiple competing demands, adapting plans in response to changing clinical priorities, incidents, staffing pressures and service developments. Contribute to business planning, service redesign and strategic development initiatives within theatres and perioperative services. Develop project plans and implementation schedules for service improvement initiatives, ensuring engagement from key stakeholders. Coordinate responses to external inspections, accreditation visits, audits and regulatory reviews, ensuring evidence and action plans are prepared and delivered. Monitor progress against departmental objectives, key performance indicators and quality metrics, taking action where improvements are required. Ensure effective communication and coordination across clinical and non-clinical teams to support safe, efficient and effective theatre services. Anticipate future workforce, educational and equipment requirements and develop plans to support service sustainability and growth. Maintain professional clinical competence and provide direct clinical support within the theatre environment as required to ensure safe and effective patient care. Act as a visible clinical leader and role model, promoting high standards of perioperative practice and patient-centred care. Support the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based care throughout the patient's perioperative journey. Monitor standards of patient care through audit, governance processes, incident reviews and patient feedback, ensuring learning is implemented to improve outcomes. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patients receive high-quality, coordinated and seamless care. Contribute to the investigation and management of patient safety incidents, complaints and concerns, ensuring that appropriate actions are taken to improve care and reduce risk.

Person Specification

skills and experience

Essential

• Thorough and up to date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice particularly within speciality area

Desirable

• Undertaken nursing research

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Paul O'Gorman Building

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MRCP or equivalent
• Entry on the Specialist Register (or expected within 3 months or CCST expected within 6 months)

Desirable

• MD or PhD

Experience

Essential

• Broad oncology background with specific skills as required in the agreed job description
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion across a wide range of oncological situations both elective and emergency
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients and be able to work in a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Specialist experience in Breast and Urological cancers

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty.
• Commitment to continuing medical education.
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty skills in oncology.

Desirable

• IT Skills

Clinical Governance & Audit

Essential

• Awareness of the requirements of clinical governance, with particular reference to the speciality
• Experience in organising audit
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running specialist service.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload.

Research

Essential

• Knowledge of the ethics, principles and practice of clinical research and proven participation in clinical research
• GCP training
• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems

Desirable

• Publications in peer reviewed journals
• Ability to increase the academic profile of the Directorate
• Experience in implementing, developing and evaluating undergraduate and/or postgraduate training.
• Interest in clinical research and experience in supervising undergraduate +/- postgraduate research projects

Teaching & Training

Essential

• Experience and interest in teaching of staff, both undergraduate and postgraduate and from all disciplines
• Experience of supervising trainees. Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team

Management & Leadership

Essential

• Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks

Desirable

• Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
• Management experience

Interpersonal, communication & team working skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Other

Essential

• Enquiring and critical approach to work
• Enthusiasm
• Ability to access places of work easily
• Evidence of entitlement to live and work in the UK

Desirable

• A willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

22 Horfield Road

Bristol

BS2 8ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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