Job description

Job responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative support to the Clinical Endoscopist Team.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to the needs and concerns of patients, providing a friendly, efficient and courteous service to patients, relatives and visitors, and offering advice and information where appropriate.
• Provide an efficient and accurate typing service, ensuring clinic letters are processed and completed in a timely manner.
• Accurately maintain and update staff personal records and relevant hospital systems.
• Handle personal and confidential patient information with sensitivity, discretion and in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.
• Assist with the administration and maintenance of the HR Case Management System (Caseworker).
• Provide administrative support to colleagues across the Endoscopy Department during periods of planned annual leave and sickness absence, helping to maintain continuity of service.
• Undertake photocopying, filing and other general administrative duties to support the Booking and Administration Team and contribute to the efficient running of the department.
• Receive, process and distribute incoming correspondence, including electronic mail, accurately and promptly, ensuring information is passed to the appropriate teams or individuals.
• Coordinate and book patients for endoscopy procedures, ensuring all relevant information is accurately recorded and appointments are arranged in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and linked professionals across the Endoscopy Department and wider organisation.
• Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be regarded as falling within the nature, responsibilities and grade of the post, subject to appropriate training being provided. Where possible, any significant permanent changes to the duties of the post will be mutually agreed and incorporated into the job description.

Person Specification

Education & Qualification

Essential

• Educated to basic GCSE or equivalent/relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Keyboard/typing skills
• Experience of Microsoft Office
• Manage own workload

Desirable

• Knowledge of medical terminology

Experience

Essential

• Previous admin experience
• Experience of following procedures/protocols

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 Hospital

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Highly Specialist EPMA Pharmacist

This role focuses on Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) development, optimisation and clinical transformation. You will lead the ongoing development of the SHOU EPMA system, ensuring it supports safe, efficient and effective prescribing and medicines administration.

Working closely with colleagues across pharmacy, digital services, system suppliers and clinical teams, you will use your clinical expertise to shape system design, improve workflows and support large-scale digital change.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading development, optimisation and maintenance of the EPMA system.
• Configuring and validating prescribing and clinical decision-support functionality.
• Analysing and redesigning clinical workflows.
• Supporting implementation, testing and deployment of digital solutions.
• Providing specialist clinical input into digital transformation projects.
• Leading service improvement and clinical transformation initiatives.
• Supervising and developing pharmacists, technicians and trainees.
• Maintaining a clinical pharmacy role while supporting digital transformation

2. Highly Specialist Digital Pharmacist Clinical Safety & Medicines Governance

This role focuses on digital clinical safety, medicines governance and risk management. Working collaboratively across pharmacy, digital services and clinical teams, you will lead the safe governance of medication-related digital systems and ensure patient safety remains at the centre of digital transformation.

You will act as a Clinical Safety Officer, support compliance with national clinical safety standards, lead risk management activities and contribute to the development of safe, effective digital medicines systems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading clinical safety and governance for digital medicines systems.
• Acting as Clinical Safety Officer for medication-related systems.
• Managing clinical risk assessments, hazard logs and safety documentation.
• Leading learning from digital and medication-related incidents.
• Supporting medicines safety initiatives and digital transformation programmes.
• Providing expert advice on medicines governance, patient safety and clinical risk management.
• Delivering training and development for pharmacy and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintaining a clinical pharmacy role alongside governance responsibilities.

See the job descriptions and person specifications for both roles for further details.

When applying please state in you Supporting Information if you are applying for one or both roles. Interviews for both posts will be undertaken at the same time.

Person Specification

1. Education and qualifications

Essential

• Current registration with the GPhC (A)
• Degree in Pharmacy (4-year programme leading to MPharm, BPharm or BSc [Pharmacy]) or equivalent experience (A)
• Evidence of up-to-date continuing professional development (A)
• Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or equivalent (A)

Desirable

• Qualified Independent Prescriber (A)

2. Education and qualifications

Essential

• GPhC registered Pharmacist (A)
• Clinical experience to Master's level (A/I)
• NHS Digital clinical safety training at Essentials & Intermediate level, or equivalent (A/I) - postholder expected to undertake within one month of appointment
• NHS Digital clinical safety training at Practitioner level, or equivalent (A/I) - postholder expected to undertake within 2-12 months of appointment

Desirable

• Formal human factors training (A/I)
• Formal leadership and management qualification (A/I)

1. Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• In-depth clinical process knowledge, underpinned by the use of IT systems across the Trust (A/I)
• Ability to manage the investigation, analysis and design of current and future clinical processes and workflows (A/I)
• High level influencing skills: able to persuade clinicians to engage with, implement and embed change to achieve successful outcomes (A/I)
• Ability to assess complex processes and structure re-design plans in a logical and organised manner (A/I)
• Information skills: able to critique and interpret information, based on an understanding of clinical and information processes, and analytical skills (A/I)
• Ability to build relationships in clinical and non-clinical areas within the organisation, across the local NHS community and to external organisations, including IT suppliers (A/I)
• Ability to manage the relationship between IM&T and clinical stakeholders to ensure full project engagement and commitment (A/I)
• Resilient: able to cope with difficult interpersonal situations, competing demands and tight timescales (A/I)
• Excellent communication skills: able to express complicated, multi-stranded concepts in an accessible way, both verbally and in writing and in a multi-professional environment (A/I)
• High level presentation skills: able to confidently present information publicly using a variety of media in different settings, in both 1:1 settings and to large gatherings of clinical professionals (A/I)
• Technical skills: competent in the use of ICT (A/I)

2. Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of DCB0160 and DCB0129 standards (A/I)
• Experience of systems analysis, design, development, testing, release, support and maintenance (A/I)
• In-depth knowledge of clinical pharmacy, prescribing practice and clinical workflows (A/I)
• Extensive knowledge of human factors and their contribution to and control in the context of patient harm (A/I)
• Knowledge of measures that can be effectively applied to reduce associated risk (A/I)
• Ability to facilitate consensus between involved stakeholders (A/I)
• Strong project management skills (A/I)
• Excellent management, communication and interpersonal skills (A/I)
• Ability to demonstrate discretion and diplomacy (A/I)
• Critical appraisal and logical reasoning (A/I)
• Problem-solving skills (A/I)
• Demonstrates good analytical and reflective skills (A/I)
• Well-developed concentration skills utilised over long periods of time throughout the working day in managing complex issues (A/I)

1. Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in clinical practice (A/I)
• Experience of successful hands-on delivery and management of complex service improvement / clinical transformation work within and across divisions (A/I
• Significant experience of clinical processes and workflows and an understanding of how IT systems interact with the clinical environment across the Trust (A/I)
• Extensive experience and knowledge with the management of patient pathways in a clinical setting (A/I)
• Experience of transformation and change projects within an acute Trust (A/I)
• Understanding of NHS standards, guidelines and clinical best practice (A/I)
• Experience in dealing with senior clinical staff and an ability to gain clinical confidence in implementing change (A/I)
• Proven ability to engage effectively with a broad range of stakeholders within and outside the organisation and in a multi-professional environment (A/I)

Desirable

• Experience and knowledge of project management processes (A/I)

2. Experience

Desirable

• Experience of undertaking complex investigations (A/I)
• Experience of project management and managing change (A/I)
• Experience of quality improvement techniques and practice (A/I)

1. Personal qualities

Essential

• Excellent motivation to encourage collaborative working across departments where there may be resistance to change, and ability to use informed persuasion to influence others (A/I)
• Excellent communicator both orally and in writing (A/I)
• Successful influencer and negotiator (A/I)
• Ability to generate enthusiasm and commitment in others (A/I)
• Confidence and self-motivation (A/I)
• Credible in a multi-professional environment (A/I)

2. Personal qualities

Essential

• Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and within a team (A/I)
• Self-motivated (A/I)
• Attention to detail with a thorough and systematic approach to tasks and high standards of accuracy and execution (A/I)
• An understanding and commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and equity (A/I)
• Polite, professional and friendly approach and commitment to uphold the organisation's values and behaviours at all times (A/I)
• Prepared to be adaptable and flexible where and when required (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 NHS Foundation Trust 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

To provide comprehensive administrative support to the Skullbase clinical teams, ensuring efficient patient admission, scheduling, and coordination of care in line with NHS Constitution, waiting time standards, and the Trusts Patient Access Policy. The role involves managing patient pathways, maintaining accurate records, and delivering a high standard of service to patients and staff.

Person Specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education including GSCE in Maths or English (or equivalent)
• Advanced keyboard and computer skills (Microsoft office)

Desirable

• Patient Administration System (PAS) training

Work Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as part of a team in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Experience of working under pressure
• Ability to demonstrate customer or patient care skills

Desirable

• Experience in NHS or similar organisation
• Experience taking/making high volume calls and handling sensitive topics

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Excellent customer care skills
• The ability to work to tight deadlines in a highly pressured environment
• The ability to work under pressure, within a stressful environment, prioritise own workload and work to tight deadlines
• The ability to work as part of a team or in a team environment
• Ability to communicate with a broad range of individuals including clinicians
• Willingness and ability to learn new IT skills and technology

Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances

Essential

• Confident and sympathetic when dealing with patients/staff
• Ability to be calm and professional when working 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Beaufort House, 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 full overview of the Job Description, please refer to the PDF Job Description attached as an additional document to this advert.

• Able to exercise clinical judgement for the assessment of care needs, the development, the implementation and evaluation of programmes of care in partnership with women within the practice area.

The care includes preventative measures, the detection of abnormal conditions in the mother and child, the procurement of medical assistance and the execution of emergency measures in the absence of medical help.

• Provide antenatal and postnatal care to women
• Provide intra-partum care and deliver babies
• Participate in developmental activities/ preceptorship
• Work autonomously within guidelines and sphere of professional practic
• With experience, to ensure delivery of high quality midwifery care by effectively coordinating and professionally leading the clinical midwifery team and support staff in the absence of the senior midwife.

Person Specification

Education/ Training/ Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife with current live NMC registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of a completed preceptorship programme

Work Experience

Essential

• Practicing midwife with completed preceptorship and portfolio
• Able to work in all areas of maternity services- antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal
• Recent experience as a registered midwife within the NHS or hospital setting

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

Essential

• Ability to adapt and demonstrate safe antenatal/ intra-partum and postnatal skills
• Knowledge and understanding of research/ evidence based practice and it's application to midwifery practice.
• Knowledge of current developments and issues in midwifery
• Knowledge of change management and ability to provide leadership within the designated ward area.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

• Provide high-quality, compassionate, person-centred care, ensuring patients are treated with dignity, respect and sensitivity at all times.
• Support patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence, comfort and wellbeing in line with individual care plans.
• Participate in the assessment and monitoring of patients, recognising and escalating concerns promptly to registered healthcare professionals.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective and coordinated care.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and supportive environment that promotes patient safety, infection prevention and positive patient experiences.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3
• NVQ 3
• Experience equivalent to the above qualifications

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal Able to meet the physical and developmental demands of the role *
• Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
• IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills
• Able to meet the physical and developmental demands of the role

Experience

Desirable

• Working within the healthcare setting
• Experience working as a Health care support worker in NHS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will collect and present data to evaluate and demonstrate effectiveness and value of this new service. They will also assist with the collation and review of the pre-existing patient feedback survey for NSSP. There are opportunities to assist with service development including the setting up of weekly clinics. The NSSP service intends to align the NSSP pathway alongside other cancer pathways such as the Neuro Endocrine Tumour diagnostic pathway.

The NSSP CNS will work alongside the NSSP team working closely with the NSSP Patient Navigator and two part time GPs.

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

• Current NMC Registration
• 1st Degree In nursing or health related subject, willing to undertake/ working towards

Desirable

• Qualification in Teaching and Assessing

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Organisation and management skills
• Teaching
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to problem solve
• Flexibility, adaptability to meet needs of a changing service
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Ability to cope with emotional issues presented in the course of work, and to support others
• Knowledge of national and local specialty specific issues
• IT skills including use of email and Microsoft office packages
• Act as a role model and as a mentor/assessor
• Innovative and participates with practice and policy change
• Awareness of professional responsibilities to self and others
• Commitment to the development and provision of high quality nursing care
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Awareness of current national changes in nursing / NHS

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Appropriate post registration experience in nursing, speciality
• Appropriate proven leadership and management experience
• Relevant post registration experience in triaging and assessing patients either face to face or over the telephone
• Experience as preceptor / mentor

Desirable

• Experience of undertaking research or audit projects
• Evidence of commitment to research based practice or evidence of project work undertaken
• Experience of supporting patients when diagnosed with cancer either in diagnostic workup or supporting when cancer diagnosed

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

Horfield Road

Bristol

BS2 8ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details please see attached job description for main duties and responsibilities for the vacancy.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Good standard of general education

Desirable

• Computer skills/ECDL

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• good organisation skill and self management to multi task
• knowledge of office procedures including filing

Desirable

• Good keyboard skills

Experience

Essential

• Clerical/Administration experience
• Working with the public
• Customer service experience

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Personal Qualities

Essential

• good customer service skills for both internal and external users face to face and telephone

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

Weston General Hospital

Grange Road

Weston-super-Mare

BS23 2AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We would welcome applications from those who meet the essential criteria as set out in the person specification. This includes having a qualification (pass or distinction) in audio transcription, word processing or have relevant experience.

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

Person Specification

Educations and Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

• Audio typing or medical secretary qualification
• Proofreading qualification or evidence of advanced keyboard skills

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
• Confidence to handle difficult conversations with patients, relatives and carers
• Ability to handle difficult conversations professionally and sensitively
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail

Desirable

• Understanding of RTT pathways and NHS performance targets
• Knowledge of NHS systems and processes
• Understanding of medical terminology

Experience

Essential

• Previous admin or secretarial role
• Experience dealing with members of the public by telephone and in person

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience
• Experience of clinical correspondence or digital dictation systems
• Experience supporting patient pathways and waiting list management

Personal qualities

Essential

• Professional and patient-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work
• Commitment to confidentiality and data security
• Demonstrates Trust values

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

Weston General Hospital

Grange Road

Weston-super-Mare

BS23 2AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We would welcome applications from those who meet the essential criteria as set out in the person specification. This includes having a qualification (pass or distinction) in audio transcription, word processing or have relevant experience.

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

Person Specification

Educations and Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

• Audio typing or medical secretary qualification
• Proofreading qualification or evidence of advanced keyboard skills

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
• Confidence to handle difficult conversations with patients, relatives and carers
• Ability to handle difficult conversations professionally and sensitively
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail

Desirable

• Understanding of RTT pathways and NHS performance targets
• Knowledge of NHS systems and processes
• Understanding of medical terminology

Experience

Essential

• Previous admin or secretarial role
• Experience dealing with members of the public by telephone and in person

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience
• Experience of clinical correspondence or digital dictation systems
• Experience supporting patient pathways and waiting list management

Personal qualities

Essential

• Professional and patient-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work
• Commitment to confidentiality and data security
• Demonstrates Trust values

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

Weston General Hospital

Grange Road

Weston-super-Mare

BS23 2AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We would welcome applications from those who meet the essential criteria as set out in the person specification. This includes having a qualification (pass or distinction) in audio transcription, word processing or have relevant experience.

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

Person Specification

Educations and Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

• Audio typing or medical secretary qualification
• Proofreading qualification or evidence of advanced keyboard skills

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
• Confidence to handle difficult conversations with patients, relatives and carers
• Ability to handle difficult conversations professionally and sensitively
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail

Desirable

• Understanding of RTT pathways and NHS performance targets
• Knowledge of NHS systems and processes
• Understanding of medical terminology

Experience

Essential

• Previous admin or secretarial role
• Experience dealing with members of the public by telephone and in person

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience
• Experience of clinical correspondence or digital dictation systems
• Experience supporting patient pathways and waiting list management

Personal qualities

Essential

• Professional and patient-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work
• Commitment to confidentiality and data security
• Demonstrates Trust values

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

Weston General Hospital

Grange Road

Weston-super-Mare

BS23 2AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Carrying out daily duties as instructed by PST Team Leader and/or FM Duty Manager Contribute to a team approach in conjunction with clinical , medical staff and allied healthcare professionals To Transport Patients in a safe manner via wheelchair, bed, trolley and by internal Ambulance To when necessary transfer patients who are when confirmed by medical staff do not require a medical escort to and from wards and departments Escorts will always be provided for internal Ambulance transfers Assist with transfer of Patients from Helicopter landing pad to A&E Transportation of the deceased to the mortuary including babies in a dignified manner Delivery and collection of diagnostic samples Provide support in the event of serious injury or emergency to assist response teams dealing with major incidents, code red, code blue and code orange, fire alarms To respond to both code red and blue in a timely manner Carry out allocated specific transport duties as instructed by Team Leader or appropriate manager To carry a bleep outside office hours to ensure service provision is met Assist with moving and handling patients who may be ambulatory or wheelchair bound using appropriate equipment where necessary. Assisting with transferring immobile patients in and out of bed, stretcher or vehicle as necessary Conveying patients medical equipment as required Assist patients to and from the vehicle both prior and following transportation Collection of soiled linen from wards and departments to be taken to the designated waste hold Delivery and collection of medical gas cylinders to wards and departments and the fitting of applicable regulators Collection and delivery of blood products to clinical and ward locations in line with local protocols To deliver Pharmacy items Delivery and collection of hospital supplies as directed and where appropriate, complete the relevant paperwork. Supplies may include, but are not limited to; post, medical records, medical equipment, pharmaceutical product etc Transportation of furniture to and from wards and departments Responsible for reporting all items of Portering equipment, defects to the Team Leader

Person Specification

Shortlisting criteria

Essential

• Good Level of Education
• Manual Handling Training
• Portering Experience
• Working in a team-based environment
• Working in a busy and physically demanding multi-faceted environment
• Hotel Services and Facilities Activities
• Waste Processes
• Manual UK driving licence
• Basic Literacy and Numeracy skills
• Good communication and Interpersonal skills
• Customer focused approach
• Solution Finder
• Flexible to work shift work

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

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, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with the public, both on the telephone and in person

Desirable

• Clerical/administrative experience
• Previous NHS experience
• Understanding of medical terminology

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Effective and polite manner when dealing with people
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
• Ability to work effectively in a busy team
• Ability to work on your own, using your own initiative if required
• Effective Organisational skills
• Good IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to use new computer packages and programmes
• Confidence to handle difficult conversations with patients, relatives and carers

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE, grade C or above (or equivilent) in English Language and Maths
• Business and Administration Level 3 NVQ or equivalent experience
• Qualified in word processing or audio typing (or equivalent)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Weston General Hospital

Grange Road

Weston-super-Mare

BS23 4TQ

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

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Able to assess, resuscitate and stabilise acutely sick patients
• Good clinical judgement
• Understand Audit/governance processes
• Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent)
• Completed pre-registration year (or equivalent outside UK).
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as an SHO in an approved training post, or equivalent. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential.
• Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career
• 4 months experience in geriatrics/COTE/ neurology/stroke.
• Experience in thrombolysis

Desirable

• Experience in thrombectomy
• Interpreting CT scans

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered with GMC (UK)
• Registered with GMC (UK)
• ALS (or equivalent)

Desirable

• MRCP
• Completion of a general management course or programme

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Good communication skills
• Honesty and reliability
• Ability to work effectively within an MDT environment
• Flexibility
• Critical approach to work
• Demonstrates initiative
• Ability to gain confidence of both staff and patients
• Willing to undertake additional clinical duties when necessary, including cover for colleagues on leave

Desirable

• Interest in medical management
• Willingness to undertake further research
• Ability to teach effectively.
• Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management

Additional and Aptitudes

Essential

• IT skills on all Microsoft packages
• Fluent English speaker
• Experience in audit project and written up
• Demonstrate interest in research
• Demonstrate experience in teaching undergraduates and postgraduates
• Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues
• Proven teaching ability.
• Willingness to undertake teaching of medical under-graduates & postgraduates

Desirable

• Proven track record in research
• Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals.
• Demonstrate experience of case presentation

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

Please refer to the Job description for a full list of duties. This will include:-

Pre and In process checks of complex processes

Day to Day supervision and co-ordination of workload and staff capacity throughout the facility

Development and oversight of Technical training package in line with EU-GMP and QAAPSs

Deputising for Lead Technician as required

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• NVQ 3 or Equivalent
• Current registration with GPhC
• Evidence of C.P.D

Desirable

• Completion of Pre & In-Process Checks (PIPC)
• Completion of Product Approval Accreditation

Work Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience within a UK Hospital Aseptic Unit
• Experience of working with GMP standards
• Management of staff or processes

Desirable

• NVQ or equivalent assessor qualification
• Ability to mentor junior staff
• Experience of audit and quality management

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Competent command of the English language
• Ability to communicate efficiently through multiple media
• Proficient use of windows based software

Desirable

• Competency to work unsupervised
• Training and supervisory skills

Personal atributes

Essential

• Self motivated and logical approach to problem solving
• Adaptable and ability to work flexibly when under pressure
• Ability to prioritise using own initiative

Desirable

• Ability to work during normal hours (09:00 to 17:00) and to be flexible surrounding planned maintenance and service requirements
• Ability to motivate others within the team setting

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

Pharmacy Dept. 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 including the main responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job description and person specification document attached to this vacancy.

About our Service

We are a supportive and collaborative team of specialist paediatric dietitians with a strong reputation for clinical excellence. Team members contribute to research, education, service development and professional leadership activities, creating an environment that supports learning, innovation and career development.

As a tertiary paediatric provider, UHBW offers opportunities to work alongside highly specialised teams caring for children and young people with complex and rare conditions. We have strong links with local universities and are committed to education, training and workforce development across the region.

The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across community paediatrics, CAMHS, Sirona care & health and Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust (AWP), supporting integrated care for children, young people and their families.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Broad experience in clinical paediatric dietetics
• Working as part of a multi-professional team
• Student training experience
• Audit experience
• Experience working with eating disorders
• Experience working with children with complex needs

Desirable

• Experience of Research and Development
• Experience with QI (quality improvement) methodologies
• Experience of Enteral Feeding

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent communication skills at all levels - Accurate and coherent written communication skills - Professional, responsive and insightful oral communication skills
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Teaching / Presentation skills in a variety of settings and to a range of audiences
• Computer skills and use of dietary analysis programs
• Leadership skills
• Behaviour change & motivational interviewing skills
• Advanced paediatric dietetic assessment skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of QI methodology

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Degree / Post graduate qualification in nutrition & / or dietetics
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• BDA Membership
• Postgraduate diploma / MSc or evidence of advanced dietetic practice
• Clinical Supervisory Skills Course (Basic)
• BDA Advanced Eating Disorders Course

Apptitudes

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload
• Sound professional judgement
• Team player and able to maintain effective working relationships
• Resilient and adaptable
• Reflective approach to practice

Desirable

• Active/committee member of BDA Specialist Interest Group

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

Upper Maudlin street

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

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Administration experience in a busy, customer focused environment
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience of workload prioritisation

Desirable

• Experience of using a patient administration system (CareFlow)
• Experience of quality management systems
• Previous patient facing experience, within the NHS
• Experience in maintaining data on a computer system
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Experience of quality management systems
• Experience of clinical audit/process audit
• Experience of staff management
• Knowledge and experience of JACIE accreditation process
• Knowledge and understanding of Data Protection Act, Humman Tissue Act, Blood safety and Quality Act

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work independently with minimal input from line manager; ability to use initiative and problem solve
• Ability to prioritise own workload, manage work-related pressures and to work to tight deadlines
• Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Good report writing skills, and skilled at using a standard keyboard
• Ability to respond to and document complex telephone calls

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Education to degree level, or an equivalent experience
• Good general standard of education, including GCSEs (grade A-C) in English & Maths, or equivalent
• Computer literate and trained in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including email (Outlook)

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

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

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 information of this role please download the Job Description document attached. Thank you.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Able to assess, resuscitate and stabilise acutely sick patients
• Able to participate as key member of cardiac arrest team with advanced airway skills
• Demonstrates good clinical judgement
• Understands audit and governance processes

Desirable

• Completed specialist skills courses (e.g. difficult airways, advanced life support course)
• Able to anaesthetise and care for complex cases with appropriate supervision
• Designed and / or completed audits

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Good communication skills
• Honesty and reliability
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Flexibility
• Inquiring and critical approach to work
• Demonstrates initiative
• Ability to cope with stressful situations and take responsibility and be appropriately assertive
• Ability to gain confidence of both staff and patients

Desirable

• Ability to take on administrative roles within the Department
• A willingness to undertake additional clinical duties when necessary, including cover for colleagues on leave

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered with General Medical Council (UK)
• Completed stage 1 training in anaesthesia
• Previous NHS anaesthesia experience

Desirable

• FRCA (Part 1) or equivalent
• Other membership, fellowship or diplomas
• Previous experience of working in the British Healthcare system (not observing)

Additional and Aptitudes

Essential

• Respectful
• Collaborative
• Supportive
• Innovative

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 Infirmary

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS2 8HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The South West Neuromuscular Network is the only Neuromuscular Operational Delivery Network (ODN) in the UK and one of a growing number of ODNs in the South West. The network is funded by NHS England to provide regional services throughout the South West. This post provides a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and highly motivated, dedicated team, working within a holistic framework of a network model of care.

The role of Consultant Neurologist with interest and expertise in Neuromuscular Disorders with contribute to the existing services in Bristol NHS Foundation Trust and will lead these services across the South West Neuromuscular Operational Delivery Network. Clinics will be based in Devon, Cornwall and Bristol.

Please see job description for more information on these two posts.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC) orWithin 6 months of obtaining expected CCT date at time of interview CESR applicants are welcome and must have their CESR in place at the time of interview

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Neuromuscular conditions.
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

Desirable

• Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy

Knowledge

Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty

Desirable

• Broad range of IT skills

Communication Skills

Essential

• 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 multiprofessional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Management and 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

• Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses

Teaching and Training

Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and AHP's
• Experience of supervising trainees.
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Formal teaching/ education qualification.
• Educational Supervisor training completed

Research

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles involved in research Evidence of involvement in research

Desirable

• Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. PhD Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers

Governance

Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Positive approach to evidence based practice
• Evidence of recent and regular engagement with continuing professional development (CPD) scheme

Personal and Other

Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances.
• Awareness of personal limitations
• Meets professional health requirements

Desirable

• Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels Trained as a Consultant Appraiser

Personal and Other

Essential

• Agreement and ability to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role and agreement and ability to travel to outreach clinics in the South West, including Devon and Cornwall

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 NHS Foundation Trust

Southmead Hospital, Southmead Road, Westbury-on-Trym

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, please refer to the PDF Job Description attached as an additional document to this advert.

• Maintain the standards of professionalism expected of a registered nurse, and work to the standards described within the NMC code of conduct.
• Organise and participate in the delivery of high standards of evidence based nursing care.
• Take regular responsibility to carry out required planned, direct patient care to a high standard without direct supervision in accordance with established nursing procedures and policies.
• To work with direction from the patients care plan and escalate any concerns appropriately.
• To support a patient with their mental health concerns, monitor for any fluctuations in mental wellbeing and respond accordingly.
• To report to the appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team any significant changes in a patients condition or situation.
• To be an advocate for patients experiencing mental health concerns in an acute setting and promote the principles of parity of esteem.
• To contribute towards health promotion for all patients by providing education, support and advice, as necessary ensure referral to appropriate professionals or agencies as required.
• Ensure the safe ordering, administration and custody of patients medication according to Trust policies and procedures.
• In the absence of senior staff be responsible for delegation and supervision of appropriate work to other qualified staff, health care assistants and students
• Where relevant, to be responsible for and assist in co-ordinating discharge planning in partnership with the multidisciplinary team
• Where relevant, responsible for the admission, assessment and preparation of patients undergoing treatment or investigations.
• Escort patients to other wards or departments as required.
• To take personal responsibility for ensuring that patients are treated with courtesy at all times, the individual needs of patients are respected, and confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• Liaise effectively with other disciplines or departments as appropriate.
• To be able to act in emergency situations and to be familiar with emergency procedures including fire and resuscitation. To be responsible for the support and direction of junior staff in such situations according to Trust policy.
• To be responsible for ensuring provision of a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients, relatives, visitors and colleagues.
• Ensure the readiness for use of special equipment and the availability of nursing supplies in conjunction with the senior ward nurses.
• Ensure the safe custody of patients valuables and property according to Trust policies.
• Report to nurse in charge/line manager all complaints, incidents or accidents involving self, staff, patients, visitors and complete relevant documentation according to Trust procedure.
• Be responsible for reporting and documenting any broken or damaged equipment according to Trust policy.
• To have detailed knowledge of Manual handling regulations particularly with regards to the moving and handling of patients.
• To be responsible for ensuring that assessment of patients manual handling needs are carried out and ensure junior staff and students follow these requirements in the course of care delivery.

Person Specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with current live NMC registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Teaching and assessing qualification (998 or equivalent)

Work Experience

Essential

• Evidence of broad range of mental health nursing experience
• Candidate has undertaken training relevant to the RMN role
• Candidate has experience working in an appropriate clinical setting

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Advanced communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping
• Basic computer / IT skills and expectation to develop these in line with the needs of the service i.e. IHS, Acis, Email use.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Time management and basic problem solving 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

Trustwide

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Communication:

To liaise with and act as a point of contact for clinical and non-clinical staff via telephone and email.

To act as a point of contact for patients, relatives and carers. The post holder should be always polite and empathetic to the patients needs and be able to communicate effectively when dealing with difficult situations/conversations.

Returning calls promptly and keeping callers updated with information in an effective and efficient way.

Escalate patient queries, capacity problems and general issues to the roles line manager or relevant clinical staff as appropriate.

Patient care:

To show a caring and professional approach towards patients, relatives and carers. This may require acting with resilience to deal with sometimes distressed patients and relatives in a professional and empathetic manner.

To welcome and assist patients, relatives and visitors on arrival to the ward and inform appropriate staff.

Service Development and Research:

Attend training courses as required to support personal development and the needs of the service.

Assist in training of new members of the team.

Finance and Resources:

Maintain, order and/or receipt stationary and essential items, in line with Trust policies.

Information Resources:

To audio type, edit and proofread clinical letters, general correspondence and reports using the Trusts Digital Dictation and Speech Recognition System, ensuring that all correspondence is despatched within the Trusts target turnaround times.

Achieve the required standard of proofreading/editing using the Trusts Digital Dictation and Speech Recognition System, as specified by the Trust.

Use the relevant computer systems and Patient Administration System (PAS) to accurately input and retrieve patient information, updating demographics where necessary.

To check incoming email inbox(s) daily to keep up to date with departmental and Trust wide news and information.

To check and update patient details on arrival to the ward, retrieving data from several internal and external PASs to ensure real time patient flow data is kept across the Trust.

Be responsible for the accurate entry of data to computerised databases, using all computer systems relevant to the role.

To review discharge paperwork and book patient follow-up appointments in line with the Patient Access Policy (PAP) and arrange appointment related services as and when required (e.g., transport and interpreting services).

Other:

Act with flexibility to utilise skills in other functions when appropriate or required by the roles line manager.

Maintain confidentiality and discretion and always comply with the terms of the Data Protection Act and local Trust policies.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE, grade C or above (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths

Desirable

• Business and Administration Level 3 NVQ or equivalent experience
• Qualified in word processing or audio typing (or equivalent)

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Clerical / administrative experience including filing and/or reception
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office i.e. email and Ability to adapt to use new computer packages and programmes
• Ability to work effectively in a busy team, adjusting to change and motivating others
• Effective and polite manner when dealing with people, both face to face and on the phone
• Ability to work on your own, using your own initiative, if required
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
• Effective organisational skills
• Attention to detail
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy

Desirable

• Understanding of medical terminology

Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with the public, both on the phone and in person, preferably in a reception/customer facing role
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office i.e. email and Ability to adapt to use new computer packages and programmes

Desirable

• Experience of using a Patient Administration System
• Previous NHS experience
• Working in a busy office environment

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

Bristol

BS2 8EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The post holder will need to have excellent communication skills, being required to communicate effectively within the team; participate in motivating and supporting team members with the ability to supervise staff and students in the absence of more senior staff.
• They will act as a role model including mentor for learners and junior staff and participate in ward meetings to help to promote new ideas and to benefit care.
• The post holder will be in receipt of confidential and sensitive information and will deal with it according to Trust policy.
• The post holder will be responsible for setting up the clinic rooms.
• The post holder will work with Senior Nurses to develop their management skills, taking day to day responsibility for the clinical area in the absence of more senior staff; Organising and prioritising patient care and ensuring effective delegation to provide safe skill mix for all areas of the department.
• They will assist in maintaining and improving patient care by participating in quality initiatives, e.g. Essence of Care, Audit.
• The post holder will respond positively and act promptly to resolve problems/issues for patients/carers, utilising complaints procedures and PALs where appropriate.
• The staff member will support the ward manager with effective use of resources e.g. staffing, supplies and stores.
• The post holder will act as link nurse regarding a specific aspect of care or as delegated by the departmental manager.
• The post holder will have an awareness of the Major Incident Policy.
• The role will involve ensuring that all infection control needs are met and that equipment is available and in safe working order, reporting.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC Registration
• Able to work under own initiative within boundaries and limitations of the role
• Demonstrate competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical area
• Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient
• Competence in calculations for safe administration of medicines/fluids

Desirable

• Post registration qualification in Ophthalmic nursing
• Assessor Student Nurse/NVQ Assessor or willing to work towards
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing using the English language proficiently

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

Outpatient Department

Bristol Eye Hospital

Bristol

BS1 2LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

City and Weston is a large inner city teaching hospital group with close links to the University of Bristol. There is a strong tradition of teaching in the department, and we support the running of Bristol Medical Simulation Centre. The applicant must hold FRCA (UK) or equivalent and be within 6 months of their CCT date at the time of interview or have gained CESR. They must have completed higher specialist training in Thoracic Anaesthesia. We are looking for applicants who are prepared to work flexibly to ensure smooth service delivery. More detailed person specification is available with the job description.

The Interview date is 30th November 2026

Clinical Director for General Anaesthesia: Dr Ben Gupta

Deputy Clinical Director: Dr Liz Hood

General Manager for Anaesthesia: Mr Lee Bradley

Contact: Jane McLean 0117 342 2163

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Full and specialist registration in either with the General Medical Council (GMC) Or
• Within 12months of obtaining expected CCT date at time of interview

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in tertiary thoracic anaesthesia
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

Desirable

• Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty

Desirable

• Broad range of IT skills

Clinical Governance and Audit

Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Positive approach to evidence based practice
• Evidence of recent and regular engagement with continuing professional development (CPD) scheme

Research

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles involved in research
• Evidence of involvement in research

Desirable

• Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. PhD
• Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers

Teaching and Training

Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and AHP's
• Experience of supervising trainees.
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Formal teaching/ education qualification.
• Educational Supervisor training completed

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 take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant

Desirable

• Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses

Interpersonal, communication and 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 multiprofessional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations

Desirable

• Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Trained as a Consultant Appraiser

Other

Essential

• Meets professional health requirements
• Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role

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 Infirmary

Bristol

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Interview date is 30th November 2026

Clinical Director for General Anaesthesia: Dr Ben Gupta

Deputy Clinical Director: Dr Liz Hood

General Manager for Anaesthesia: Mr Lee Bradley

Contact: Jane McLean 0117 342 2163

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Full and specialist registration in either with the General Medical Council (GMC) Or
• Within 12months of obtaining expected CCT date at time of interview

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in tertiary general thoracic anaesthesia
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

Desirable

• Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty

Desirable

• Broad range of IT skills

Clinical Governance and Audit

Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Positive approach to evidence based practice
• Evidence of recent and regular engagement with continuing professional development (CPD) scheme

Research

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles involved in research
• Evidence of involvement in research

Desirable

• Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. PhD
• Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers

Teaching and Training

Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and AHP's
• Experience of supervising trainees.
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Formal teaching/ education qualification.
• Educational Supervisor training completed

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 take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant

Desirable

• Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses

Interpersonal, communication and 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 multiprofessional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations

Desirable

• Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Trained as a Consultant Appraiser

Other

Essential

• Meets professional health requirements
• Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role

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 Infirmary

Bristol

BS2 8HW

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

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• RMN NMC registration

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of working therapeutically with individuals following self-harm
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and the Mental Health Act and their use in the general hospital
• Knowledge of the clinical and demographic risk factors associated with self-harm and suicide

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of effective organisational and time management skills
• Skills in assessing, planning implementing and evaluating mental health nursing interventions
• Ability to interact therapeutically with distressed and/or disturbed individuals and/or those in crisis
• Skills in interacting effectively with colleagues from a range of specialties and departments

Health, safety and security

Essential

• Knowledge of Nursing and Psychiatric interventions with patients in an acute phase of mental illness /distress
• Knowledge of risk assessment and management particularly in relation to suicide

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Upper Maudlin St

Bristol and Weston

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full overview of the Job Description, please refer to the PDF Job Description attached as an additional document to this advert

• Be competent in all aspects of the theatre practitioner role within the scope of either anaesthetics, scrub or recovery
• Run theatre lists both efficiently and competently following policies 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.
• To contribute to effective patient flow by actively progressing patient treatment and safe and timely discharge or transfer
• To communicate effectively (and maintain confidentiality) with patient carers and the multidisciplinary team. To give written and verbal advice and information to patients and carers.
• 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 an anaesthetic service is required.
• Take responsibility in ensuring the safe, effective and efficient management of allocated resources within the department 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 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 clean 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

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered Nurse or ODP with current live NMC/ HCPC registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Attained competencies in Anaesthetics/ Scrub/ Recovery roles

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

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience in a perioperative environment within the last 18-24 months
• Experience across a range of surgical specialties

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Advanced communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping.
• Basic computer / IT skills and expectation to develop these in line with the needs of the service i.e. IHS, Acis, Email use.
• Excellent organisational skills, proven ability to problem solve and remain calm under pressure
• Sound knowledge of the guidelines set out in the NMC/ HCPC code of professional conduct and current issues
• Ability to organise own workload, time management/Basic Problem solving 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

Trustwide - Bristol & Weston

Upper Maudlin St.

Bristol and Weston

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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