Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with the General Medical Council, MRCP or equivalent. Entry on Specialist Register or in receipt of CCT within six months of interview (Gastroenterology and General Medicine
• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCT in Gastroenterology and General (Internal) Medicine
• JAG accredited for upper and Lower diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy

Desirable

• Higher degree (MD, PhD) Specialist interest and expertise to complement colleagues
• Membership of appropriate professional society (ies)

Experience

Essential

• Broad exposure to Gastrointestinal diseases and the management of these.
• Comprehensive patient management, ability to train/supervise junior medical staff and medical students

Desirable

• Experience of multi-disciplinary team work Attendance at educational skills or teaching course

Skills

Essential

• Awareness of the managerial role of a consultant in the NHS Regular attendance and participation at audit meeting

Desirable

• Experience of multi-disciplinary team work Attendance at educational skills or teaching course

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Royal Lancaster Infirmary

Lancaster

LA1 4RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Management and Leadership

To support the Ward Manager and Ward Sisters in the delivery of patient care and developments within Hospice Services.

To work flexibly across the organisation including rotation to all shifts and through all departments as required to support the delivery of nursing care within the Hospice.

To organise the team in the absence of a more senior member of the team deploying staff appropriately according to their skills and experience.

To work collaboratively alongside volunteers on a day-to-day basis giving guidance and instruction to the volunteer team members as required.

Support the Ward Manager and Ward Sisters in implementing and reviewing clinical practices to ensure that they are cost effective.

To support the Ward Manager and Ward Sisters promoting new ways of working which support and contribute towards service and corporate objectives and improvement programmes

To contribute to and influence the total patient experience and journey through collaborative working and effective communications with all members of the multi-disciplinary team throughout the hospice.

To ensure agreed polices within area of responsibility are adhered to.

In the absence of the Ward Manager and Ward Sisters be a point of contact by ensuring that they are a visible, accessible to patients, relatives for assistance, advice and support.

To act as a role model for other staff.

To ensure that high standards of cleanliness, tidiness and decor are maintained in their designated area. To ensure environmental standards are adhered to.

To work with external agencies and community services.

To support the Ward Manager / Community Services Manager / Ward Sister/ Community Lead Nurses in the process of change demonstrating professionalism and integrity.

Promote and incorporate equality and diversity in all aspects of the teams operations and in the public domain

Patient Care

To be a competent practitioner demonstrating clinical expertise.

To deliver all aspect of care relative to their patient group.

To ensure the use of approved manual handling techniques in delivery patient care, including the safe use of mechanical and non-mechanical manual handling aids.

Communication and Relationships

To report changes in patient progress effectively, both verbally and in written form. Ensure that accurate, legible and holistic nursing records according to NMC guidelines and unit guidance are maintained.

Where appropriate interpret and present clinical information to patients and their relatives, demonstrating highest levels of interpersonal and communication skills ensure that patients and their carers have sufficient relevant verbal and written information during the patients stay.

To demonstrate sensitivity in dealing with complex and confidential information from patients, families and colleagues, giving advice and support when necessary. Respond appropriately to the information given.

Actively contribute to departmental meetings.

Ensure good working relationships and effective communications between all members of the multidisciplinary team ensuring a high standard of co-ordinated patient care.

Education, Professional Development and Training

To take every reasonable opportunity for maintaining, developing and acquiring competencies and skills for self-development.

To participate in the supervision, training and effective mentorship of other staff.

Research and Audit

To participate in, promote and disseminate relevant research findings to support clinical practice and education within the department.

Use of information

Maintain and update Hospice information systems to support patient care.

To be conversant in the use of electronic communication systems, personal computer systems, normal office equipment and systmone.

Health and Safety

Be aware of and follow policies and procedures around incident reporting and the identification of risks.

To contribute to the departments implementation of a Health and Safety management monitoring structure and as far as is reasonably practical within the designated area of responsibility maintain a safe environment for patients, staff and relatives.

The post holder will work in a safe and responsible manner by demonstrating a knowledge and understanding of all Health and Safety policies and the implementation of safety measures

The postholder will, be fully conversant in the Hospice Infection Control polices and ensure that infection control polices; protocols and procedures are adhered to.

Although the Hospice has a Zero Tolerance position in relation to violence and aggression the post holder may on occasions be exposed to verbal / physical abuse and should be fully conversant with the Hospice Policy for dealing with these situations.

Decisions. Judgement and freedom to act

To work to ensure high standard of services are delivered.

To work independently to ensure delivery of quality services within area of responsibility. Works within polices, protocols and professional standards. Seeks further advice and support for actions that effect areas outside their area of responsibility.

To be accountable for decisions affecting their sphere of responsibility.

Professional Conduct

To adhere at all times to uniform policy.

To adhere NMC guidelines and Hospice policies and procedures.

To report appropriately any observed lapses in professional conduct to the Matron in line with Hospice policy and NMC guidelines.

At all times to act as ambassador for Severn Hospice to patients, relatives, to colleagues and members of the public.

Promote and incorporate equality and diversity in all aspects of the teams operations and in the public domain

This job description is a summary of the main responsibilities of the postholder, and not an exhaustive list of duties to be undertaken. The duties may be redefined in accordance with the demands of the service. Any redefinition will be subject to discussion between yourself and your manager and be within your level of competence.

Supplementary Information and Requirements

All new Hospice employees are on a 6 month probationary period (excluding bank staff)

A DBS Disclosure will be requested in the event of an individual being offered the post.

Health and Safety

In accordance with the Hospices Health & Safety Policy all employed persons while at work are required by Section 7 of the Health & Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

Appraisal

Employees are required to participate in the Hospices appraisal process as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Exposure to workshops/study days re palliative care

Desirable

• Post registration module in palliative care Essential Elements in palliative care course

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to prioritise tasks according to changing needs and service capacity Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Excellent nursing skills Good understanding of palliative care philosophy Team Player Knowledge and understanding of the work of volunteers

Desirable

• Awareness of wider palliative care issues Awareness of NICE guidelines Awareness of issues around long-term conditions and co-morbidities

Aptitudes and Attributes

Essential

• Calm and reassuring Able to take instruction and document events during shift Sensitive Emotionally strong Able to solve problems Able to work on own initiative Good sense of humour To be positive and enthusiastic

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within an MDT Supervisory experience Experience in palliative care

Desirable

• Post-registration experience Experience of mentoring and assessing junior staff as appropriate

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

Severn Hospice

Address

Severn Hospice Ltd

Apley Castle

Apley

Telford

Shropshire

TF1 6RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

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Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december

DBS Update Service

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level with a minimum of five GCSE's or equivalent qualification/ experience
• NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration, Customer Service, Healthcare Administration or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Evidence of ongoing learning or development relevant to administration, coordination, data quality or healthcare services.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within an administrative or coordination role in a healthcare, NHS, public sector or similarly complex environment.
• Experience of managing referrals, appointments, waiting lists, pathway trackers or other patient/service coordination processes
• Experience of supporting meetings, including preparing agendas, collating papers, taking minutes, maintaining action logs and following up actions.
• Experience of accurate data entry, data validation and maintaining records using electronic systems
• Experience of handling confidential, sensitive or distressing information in a professional and discreet manner.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working with multidisciplinary teams, clinical teams, referrers or external stakeholders.
• Previous experience within women's health, gynaecology, termination of pregnancy, safeguarding, sexual health, maternity or complex pathway services

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Ability to use electronic patient administration systems and referral platforms accurately, with willingness to learn local systems including Hive and other relevant Trust systems.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, manage timesensitive referrals and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate sensitively with patients, referrers, clinicians and external organisations.
• Ability to coordinate MDT and service meetings, including preparation of documentation, accurate minute taking, action tracking and follow-up.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail when recording referral, pathway, appointment, outcome and audit data.
• Understanding of confidentiality, information governance and the need to handle sensitive Termination of Pregnancy information with discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and know when to escalate concerns, delays or risks appropriately.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure, particularly where referrals are urgent, complex or time-sensitive

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS pathways, referral management, patient administration processes or clinical governance processes.

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

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Saint Mary's Hospital

Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details about the specfics.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details about the specifics.

Desirable

• Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details about the specifics.

Experience

Essential

• Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details about the specifics.

Desirable

• Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details about the specifics.

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

St Richard’s Hospice

Address

Wildwood Drive

Worcester

WR5 2QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RSCN or RMN or RN (Child/Mental Health)

Desirable

• ENB 998 or equivalent
• ENB 603
• Relevant first degree

Experience

Essential

• Post qualifying experience
• Current experience in a paediatric or mental health setting working with young people.
• Demonstrate evidence of linking theory to practice.

Desirable

• Recent ward management experience.
• Experience of working with patients with eating disorders.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate communication skills.
• Demonstrate commitment to educating junior staff.
• Demonstrate evidence of professional development.
• Knowledge of mental health difficulties in young people.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Evidence of commitment to child and family centred care.
• Evidence of ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate ability to prioritise.
• Demonstrate interest in the specialty of child and adolescent eating disorders.
• Awareness of Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults policies and procedures.
• Basic computer skills.

Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

• Enthusiastic and motivated.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Professional approach to work.
• Accountability - Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working.
• Openness - Shares information and good practice appropriately.
• Mutual respect - Treats others with courtesy and respect.

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Mary's House

23 East Heath Road

London

NW3 1DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please also refer to the attached detailed Job Description.

The purpose of the role is to undertake Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and Funded Nursing Care (FNC) assessments and reviews on patients who may be eligible or who may already be in receipt of funding this will include those in receipt of fast track funding at end of life and those in receipt of a Personal Health Budget. This will also include the assessment and review of individuals who are in receipt of joint funding (a package of care funded by both health and social care) having previously undergone a CHC assessment whereby health needs were identified that were above the lawful limits of the local authority to provide.

To undertake Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and Funded Nursing Care (FNC) assessments and reviews for individuals who may be eligible or who may already be in receipt of funding this will include those in receipt of fast track and joint funding at end of life and those in receipt of a Personal Health Budget.

To provide and receive highly complex, sensitive and contentious information, communicating unwelcome financial decisions to members of the public and using interpersonal skills to overcome barriers to acceptance where there may be hostility and antagonism.

To case manage individuals in receipt of NHS funded care and support, reviewing and reassessing needs, the service provision and support required, this will include those in receipt of a Personal Health Budget.

To review and reassess individuals eligibility for NHS CHC, FNC and any other NHS funded placements.

To undertake required assessments in support of the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) ,this may form a key part of the role.

To review any service, and care, commissioned in regards to quality and appropriateness to the individuals need, to ensure that the provider is delivering the requirements of the contract.

To complete retrospective reviews as required and directed by team manager.

To represent the organization at NHE England IRP.

Sign posting to relevant teams and organizations.

Responsible for oversight /assurance of commissioned equipment.

Undertake assessments for retrospective and PUPoC cases.

Contribute to cases that are appealed or disputed.

Commission safe packages of care that meet an individuals assessed care needs in line with delegated financial limit.

Required to maintain constructive relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.

Participate in relevant internal and external working groups/projects, services, and initiatives which may be highly complex, sensitive, political, and contain contentious information with the aim of providing information and analytical advice to the teams.

Use data collection systems that will provide accurate and timely data e.g. Care Track/IEG4/Other collection tools agreed by leadership colleagues.

Communicate information, risks, issues and dependencies, including briefings and reports to teams and a range of internal and external colleagues.

We work as a team of teams, recognising that improving health and care depends on strong collaboration across traditional boundaries. In this role, you will work flexibly beyond your immediate team, building relationships, sharing knowledge and connecting people and priorities to support joined-up working. This includes being proactive in reaching across organisational and team boundaries, contributing to shared goals, and taking a wider system view of your work.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please also see attached Person Specification.
• Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
• Further training or significant experience in project management, financial management or supporting change management processes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of project management and/or health information systems development.
• Workforce development knowledge and experience.
• A good understanding of the health and social care environment and roles and responsibilities within it.
• Relevant professional registration.

Experience

Essential

• Please also see attached Person Specification.
• Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of advice and support.
• Skills for managing projects ensuring they meet financial targets.
• Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload without supervision working to tight and often changing timescales.
• Previous experience in project management and planning.
• Experience and understanding of evaluating and measuring the performance of health services.
• Experience in communications and stakeholder management.
• Previous experience in similar role in public sector.

Skills, abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Please also see attached Person Specification.
• Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues.
• Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands.
• Strategic thinking ability to anticipate.
• Attention to detail combined with the ability to extract key messages from complex analysis.
• Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where they may be a few courses of action.
• An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust.
• Used to working in a busy environment.
• Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.
• Professional calm and efficient manner.
• Effective organiser.
• Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals.

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

NHS Dorset

Address

NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board

NHS Dorset - County Hall

Colliton Park

Dorchester

Dorset

DT1 1XJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will have:

• Experience of working in a patient/customer focused environment (Essential).
• Understanding of performance standards and customer care.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent telephony skills.

For full role responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a patient/customer focused environment.
• Understanding of performance standards and customer care.

Desirable

• Experience of working with a computerised scheduling system.

Educational Achievements

Essential

• GCSE (grades A to C) or equivalent level 2 qualification e.g. NVQ, including English or other appropriate subject/s.
• ICT literate, including good key board skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office based products e.g. Word and Excel.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work to high standards of quality, including when working to strict deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

Springhill 1

Brindley Way

Wakefield

WF2 0XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deliver a patient centered style of practice that reflects and promotes the beliefs and values of professional nursing practice and patient care outlined in the Endoscopy departments philosophy.

• Set and maintain standards of practice, conduct or decision making in conjunction with team leaders and departmental manager.
• Accurately document and report to other members of the nursing team and multi-disciplinary team information regarding the care given to patients, communicating changes as they occur.
• Liaise with other health care professionals with ongoing responsibility for patient care.
• Supervise, mentor, support and educate junior nurses in the clinical practice setting.
• Adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice at all times.
• Demonstrate a commitment to research based practice and clinical excellence and play an active part in the introduction of research-based change to improve patient centered care.

Demonstrate a problem-solving approach when assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care using a holistic model of care.

Person Specification

Education and professional qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Educated to degree level or demonstrate equivalent experience

Desirable

• Teaching qualification or evidence of ability to teach

Experience

Essential

• Experience at Band 5 level
• Experience of working within acute inpatient setting or an endoscopy department

Desirable

• Evidence of implementing research or audit into practice

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Able to Demonstrate clinical skills
• Knowledge of current clinical developments within nursing
• Ability to work alone and to priorities workload

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Middlesex Hospital

Sterling Way

Edmonton

N18 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSE's or equivalent
• Educated to A Level standard or equivalent experience

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or Customer Care or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
• Key Skills Level 2 in Literacy or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a complex organization with numerous stakeholders
• Experience of undertaking detailed, intensive work in a busy administrative environment
• Experience of using various forms of information technology in work-related activities.
• Experience working in the National Health Service (NHS)

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Good understanding of general office working procedures
• Good working knowledge of relevant Microsoft office packages i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook.

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

• Good organisational skills
• Ability to use own judgement in a range of alternative situations/ deadlines
• Able to sustain meticulous attention to detail
• Good level of verbal and written communication
• Good interpersonal and listening skills
• Able to handle difficult and distressing situations effectively
• Able to compose correspondence and reports
• Able to work as part of a team.

Others

Essential

• Able to influence others

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pond Street, Royal Free Hospital

London

NW3 2QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To demonstrate highly specialist knowledge and skills in supporting children and young people with complex developmental needs, including autism, learning disabilities, sensory processing differences, social, emotional and mental health needs, and behaviours that may impact participation and engagement.

To maintain high standards of evidence-based occupational therapy practice, using appropriate assessment tools, outcome measures and clinical reasoning to inform intervention planning and evaluation.

To undertake specialist occupational therapy assessment, using standardised and non-standardised approaches to identify strengths, needs and barriers to participation across home, school and community environments.

To establish child-centred and functional goals in partnership with children, families, educational staff and other professionals.

To develop, implement and review individualised Occupational Therapy intervention plans that promote participation, independence, wellbeing and access to learning.

To select and deliver appropriate Occupational Therapy interventions, balancing clinical need, risk, safety, child and family preferences, and available resources.

To deliver individual and group interventions using meaningful, graded and occupation-focused activities to achieve identified outcomes.

To ensure informed consent is obtained and that children, young people and families have a clear understanding of assessment findings, recommendations and proposed interventions.

To utilise advanced clinical reasoning to analyse complex presentations, prioritise needs and determine appropriate intervention pathways.

To formulate and deliver specialist intervention programmes which may include environmental adaptations, sensory-based approaches, equipment provision, functional skill development, home programmes and recommendations for school-based support.

To work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to coordinate assessment, intervention and review processes for children with complex needs.

To adapt Occupational Therapy practice to meet the individual circumstances, strengths and needs of each child and young person.

To maintain knowledge of current educational policy, SEND legislation and inclusive practice, incorporating these into clinical decision-making.

To apply specialist knowledge of medical, developmental and neurodevelopmental conditions when assessing needs and recommending adaptations to physical, social and learning environments.

To provide specialist advice, guidance and training to parents, carers, educational staff and other professionals to support implementation of occupational therapy recommendations.

To work closely with Inclusion Base and school staff to model therapeutic approaches, support implementation of strategies and develop staff confidence in meeting the needs of children with complex needs.

To liaise with educational colleagues regarding joint target setting, annual reviews, EHCP processes and staff development activities.

To utilise knowledge of health, education, social care and voluntary sector services to ensure timely referrals and coordinated support.

To contribute to Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments, Education, Health and Care Plans and annual review processes as required.

To assess for and recommend specialist equipment, environmental adaptations and assistive resources where appropriate.

To assess, manage and document clinical risk, ensuring compliance with Trust policies, safeguarding procedures, moving and handling requirements and lone-working guidance.

To work autonomously across community and educational settings, exercising professional judgement in complex situations.

To communicate effectively and sensitively with children, families, colleagues and partner agencies regarding clinical care, service delivery and support planning.

To communicate complex and sensitive information in a clear and accessible manner, taking account of communication differences and individual needs.

To establish and maintain effective relationships with children, families and professionals, including those experiencing distress, uncertainty or challenging circumstances.

To motivate and support children, families and educational staff to engage in therapeutic programmes and agreed intervention plans.

To demonstrate excellent negotiation, influencing and conflict-resolution skills across a range of professional situations.

To practise in accordance with Occupational Therapy Service policies, Trust procedures, HCPC standards, RCOT professional standards and relevant legislation.

To maintain knowledge of safeguarding, SEND legislation, Equality Act 2010 requirements and other relevant statutory frameworks.

To manage workload effectively, prioritising competing demands and using sound professional judgement in day-to-day decision-making.

To maintain accurate, timely and legally compliant clinical records and reports.

To provide specialist advice and support to less experienced colleagues, therapy assistants, students and partner professionals involved in the management of complex cases.

To delegate work appropriately and provide supervision to Occupational Therapy Assistants, students and less experienced staff.

To contribute to the promotion and representation of the Paediatric Occupational Therapy Service.

To participate in service development, quality improvement, clinical governance and implementation of service policies and procedures.

To support the Team Lead and Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist in the delivery and development of the service as required.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapists and specialist section Children, Young People and Families
• Evidence of CPD and attendance at relevant post graduate courses/training.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to independently prioritise work, caseloads, and competing demands and support others in co-ordinating daily, termly and annual priorities
• Specialist knowledge of a broad range of clinical conditions impacting children e.g., Autism, learning disabilities, genetic conditions, DCD, etc.
• Demonstrates excellent clinical reasoning through assessment, intervention, treatment planning and review
• Specialist clinical skills in early intervention, child development, sensory based strategies, etc.
• pecialist skills in managing children' and young people's behaviour that challenges, or with high levels of distress

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience working at a specialist level supporting children with complex autism and learning disabilities
• Experience of leading or making contribution to service development, pathway redesign, quality improvement or innovation within children's services.
• Experience writing assessment reports/advice
• Experience providing supervision and support to less experienced therapists, assistants, and students.

Desirable

• Experience working within resource bases, inclusions bases or special schools
• Experience writing statutory assessment/ EHCP advice

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Able to build rapport with clients with communication difficulties
• Treat people with respect, irrespective of age, gender, culture, religion & sexuality

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Bridge Schools (Inclusion Bases)

Islington

N7 9LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• To assess the clinical justification of Radiography referrals in line with both national regulations (IRMER 2017) and local protocols.
• To act as an Operator under IRMER (2017).
• To act with delegated authority as Practitioner under IRMER (2017) for plain film radiography referrals.
• To liaise with referral sources where clarification is required regarding selection of the most clinically appropriate imaging examination.
• To act as a point of advice for imaging referrers.

• To communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and their escorts prior to, during, and after an examination, especially in difficult or emotional circumstances, using both verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
• To ensure patients receive a high standard of care across all modalities
• To acquire diagnostic images, and physically position the full range of patient presentations, accurately for examinations, taking into account patient limitations and adapting standard techniques where necessary.
• To match clinical indications presented by the referrer to an appropriate departmental protocol in x-ray, CT and MRI Scanning.

• To operate advanced software on specialist radiological equipment, requiring excellent hand-eye co-ordination, e.g. bolus chasing, image reformatting and dynamic imaging.

• To review images and ensure that supplementary imaging procedures are considered prior to patient departure from the department.
• To be able to offer good clinical judgement when assessing and interpreting images produced by themselves or more junior staff
• To ensure that images are presented for reporting purposes in a timely and accurate manner.
• To ensure that urgent findings are communicated and patients directed accordingly.

• To highlight radiographic abnormalities using the appropriate system of work in place, e.g. the Red Dot system.
• To review and comment on continuing appropriateness of imaging protocols.
• To work unsupervised within the service arrangements.
• To work within the departments shift system.
• To participate in patient monitoring or administration of oxygen, under supervision.
• To ascertain from the patient, patients guardian or the referrer, the patients suitability for receipt of intravenous (IV) contrast media.
• To perform intravenous cannulation and manual injection of contrast agent.
• To administer IV contrast media using a pressure injector.
• If required, to gain competency in recognising anaphylaxis and administering Adrenaline and operate within Trust and Departmental policy.
• To undertake other duties as and when required by the demands of the service or the CT/MRI Lead or the Operational Service Manager.

Please see the attached job description for detailed understanding of the role.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography
• IV Cannulation
• Current HCPC registration

Desirable

• PgC in CT/MR
• Maintained ILS competency

Skills

Essential

• Significant experience in managing scanner lists
• Able to demonstrate effective and efficient management practice
• Awareness of current Radiology & Health Service trends, IRMER 2017, IRR2017, MRI Safety, Health & Safety, infection control and clinical governance
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Desirable

• Previous line management experience
• Experience in training and development of radiographers

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in MRI
• Significant experience in CT
• Evidence of working in the NHS
• Evidence of CPD

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Wood Green Community Diagnostic Centre

Wood Green Shopping Mall

London

N22 6YQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the detailed job description and main responsibilities for this vacancy within the job description attached

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Supportive of colleagues and patients

Qualifications

Essential

• Demonstrates a willingness & capability to undertake NVQ level 3

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in hospital setting working at NVQ level 2

Knowledge

Essential

• Reputation for high standard of patient care

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting
• Basic Computer 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

RLUH

ED, Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties: The holder of this post will be a Substantive Consultant Anaesthetist. The post will be based at the RUH, and the holder will participate in audit and directorate meetings and undertake administrative duties as required by the Clinical Lead for Anaesthesia.A commitment to maintain professional expertise by attendance at meetings and courses is expected, and completion of diaries for CME is essential. It is mandatory that you have an annual appraisal.Our rotas are published as early in advance as possible and we undertake to make the flexible element of the program as varied as possible, but this post will include specific paediatric sessions. There may be a variety of the following lists: general surgery, orthopaedic surgery, day-case surgery, urology, ENT, gynaecology, ophthalmology, dental, onco-plastic breast surgery and remote working (e.g. radiology suite). The department uses the HealthRota electronic rota management programme.Management Duties: The post holder will be expected to work with local managers, professional colleagues and allied medical professionals to ensure the safe and efficient running of services. Consultants are required to undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the running of clinical areas where they work.

General Requirements: Subject to the provisions of the Terms and Conditions of Service, the post holder will be expected to observe the Trust's agreed policies and procedures, drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters and to follow the standing orders, financial instructions, and code of expectations of the Trust.Work ProgrammeThe work programme will be reviewed on a regular basis and agreed with the post holder, Divisional Manager and Clinical Lead for Anaesthesia following appointment. Where possible a regular timetable will be established, however the nature of the post requiresthe post holder to be flexible to maximise theatre and clinic capacity, this may include time shifting to weekend elective work. Our standard theatre day is 10 hours (2.5 PAs), but the appointee will also be expected to work planned 12-hour theatre days (3.3 PAs) on occasion.Local procedures will be followed in the event of any disagreement over proposed changes, culminating in an appeal to the Trust Board. Proposed Job Plan The job plan will be a prospective agreement that sets out consultants' duties, responsibilities and objectives for the coming year. It will cover all aspects of a consultants professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education, clinical governance, private practice and any other responsibilities. The Trust is currently using the L2P system for job planning. There is an option for annualised job plans if desired.

Programmed activities Direct clinical care Supporting professional activities 10 PAs 8.5 PAs 1.5 PAs This 1.5 SPA allocation is subject to annual review as part of the job planning process. Additional SPA may be allocated if additional duties are undertaken with the agreement of the Clinical Lead and Trust.

Person Specification

Person Specification

Essential

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice

Desirable

• Entry on the Specialist Register or equivalent

Person Specification

Desirable

• Entry on the Specialist Register 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.

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

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal United Hospital

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will:

• Practice autonomously and be responsible and accountable for safe, compassionate, person centred care.
• Ensure a high standard of patient care is delivered in an effective and efficient manner, reflecting the values and ethos of The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
• Be responsible for assessing care needs of patients. Planning, implementation and the evaluation of these programmes without direct supervision.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The post holder will:

1. Work at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Standards of Practice and Behaviours, revalidation and relevant professional guidelines, independently / autonomously and at times without direct supervision
2. Be accountable for their own professional actions and those delegated to others
3. Ensure accurate assessment of patient care needs, development of care plans, implementing and evaluating care based on the patient needs
4. Achieve and maintain competence in identified mandatory and statutory training; develop and maintain clinical competencies, skills and knowledge which relate to the area of clinical practice (i.e. venepuncture, cannulation, ECG, urethral catheterisation and any other relevant duties)
5. Respond to patients, relatives and carers concerns as they arise and take remedial action as required
6. Take charge of the practice setting as required
7. Assume responsibility for undertaking tasks delegated by the nominated line / shift coordinator. This may include representing the ward at meetings, link nurse responsibilities, audit, clinical governance initiatives and supervision and role competency assessments for unregistered staff and students
8. Contribute to the development of service and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and outcome and ensure standards of care are monitored and maintained within the organisation
9. Delegate appropriately to and supervise the work of other staff registered or unregistered and students
10. Assist with the induction and orientation and subsequent development of junior staff within the ward or department
11. Maintain accurate nursing records ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and promptly
12. Administer medications as described by local policy and in line with the NMCs standards for medicines management
13. Adhere to organisational policies and procedures
14. In accordance with individual patient care, and utilising appropriate computer software and/or monitoring equipment, on a daily basis undertake and record patients observations

This is not an exhaustive list of duties and a regular review will take place with the postholder as part of their ongoing development and performance management.

UK nurses and midwives must act in line with the Code, whether they are providing direct care to individuals, groups or communities or bringing their professional knowledge to bear on nursing and midwifery practice in other roles, such as leadership, education or research. While you can interpret the values and principles set out in the Code in a range of different practice settings, they are not negotiable or discretionary.

Each Registered Nurse, Midwife and Health Visitor shall act, at all times, in such a way as to justify public confidence, to uphold and enhance the good standing and reputation of the profession, to serve the interest of society and above all to safeguard the interests of individual patients and clients.

Each Registered Nurse, Midwife and Health Visitor is accountable for his or her practice, and, in the exercise of professional accountability, shall act in accordance with the guidance laid down in the code.

Through revalidation, you will provide fuller, richer evidence of your continued ability to practise safely and effectively when you renew your registration.

Full job description added as a supporting document.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current or pending NMC Registration in the case of newly qualified nurses
• Diploma / Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience
• GCSE or equivalent in English
• GCSE or equivalent in Maths

Desirable

• Critical care course or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Recent clinical experience within an acute hospital
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Orthopaedic experience
• Critical care experience

Skills

Essential

• Role modelling
• Supervision of the care of a group of patients
• Ability to use own initiative and make sound clinical judgements
• Clinical competence
• Basic IT Skills
• Have or willing to undertake core skills relevant to area of work e.g. ECG, Cannulation, Venepuncture, Urethral Catheterisation male and females, IV therapy

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Orthoapedic Hospital

Bristol Road South

Birmingham

B31 2AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting documents, Job Description and Person Specification which contains more information about the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RGN Level 1 / RODP
• Anesthetic Qualification
• Basic Life Support Course

Desirable

• Immediate Life Support Course

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Recent experience in Scrub
• Willingness to undertake post registration work in specialty
• Understanding of Clinical Governance

Desirable

• Experience of Audit and Research

Communication

Essential

• Competent communication skills in English
• Ability to effectively deliver sensitive / complex information to a variety of listeners

Planning and Organizing

Essential

• Ability to co-ordinate planned and unplanned activities to achieve short term goals.
• Ability to manage own time for maximum efficiency in meeting unit goals

Leadership

Essential

• Ability to co-operate within a team
• Ability to co-ordinate patient care for a small number of individuals, including a variety of services

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

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

st.Helier hospital

wrythe lane

Carshalton

SM5 1AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Full job description and person specification is available as a supporting document for your information.

Person Specification

Job requirement

Essential

• Substantial/Significant experience required as a Band 5 staff nurse
• NMC PIN

Desirable

• Evidence of post graduate professional development

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate a knowledge of duties required for the post.
• Leadership and evidence of sound decision making

Desirable

• Ability to motivate others and be self-motivating

Relevant Experience

Essential

• Organisational skills and ability to lead a team

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

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Orthopaedic hospital

Bristol Road

Northfield

B31 2AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To undertake a safe and efficient allocation service in the hub. To allocate patient appointments for the Community Nursing and Therapy clinicians following the set process, from the monthly planner to the holding ledgers, and finally into the live ledgers, whilst utilising relevant data to include geography, skill mix and staffing levels. Scrutiny of appointment detail against care plans that require performing will be undertaken to ensure a correct match and therefore preventing unnecessary visits.
• Support with phlebotomy referrals for all community teams, under the director supervision of a clinician.
• Process urgent and routine referrals for all blood tests and routine observations by following a clear process and using the information received to determine what is required and the priority response necessary. The prioritisation will be supported by a registered member of staff when required.
• Ensure referrals are prioritised according to service targets and patient need.
• Add a phlebotomy care plan on SystmOne and apply them adding due dates and priority.
• Process the information given within the referral, and document using SystmOne triage notes, appropriately ensuring comprehensive detail, using good grammar and punctuation and adhering to NCHC record keeping policy.
• Ensure that the referral details are entered accurately and timely on to SystmOne and the patients record is complete for audit purposes.
• Contact the referrer (e.g. GP / Practice, hospital or patient) to obtain the relevant information. if the referral does not contain sufficient information in order to be accurately processed during the triage process, they will highlight and escalate any potential risk factors to a clinician and document this in the triage notes.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to the information governance policy.
• Work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.
• Identify any improvements / developments which could be made to the service provided to improve the efficiency and / or processes within the Single Point of Contact.
• Adjust communication where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension, in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance.
• Support in the management of the referrers expectations if the service is unable to respond as urgently as requested; remain calm, apologetic and escalate to clinician if required.
• Support the lead clinician with allocation including forward planning of visits and aligning the appropriate clinician with the patient, contacting clinical colleagues when required if there is an urgent visit to allocate and supporting reallocation for short notice absence of team member which is a complex activity.
• Perform the safety check and data quality check processes on SystmOne.
• Support with the SystmOne task function review and allocation.
• This role requires weekend working on a rota basis to support with operating a 7-day service.
• Demonstrate the necessary IT and keyboard skills to use SystmOne and the Trusts computer systems.
• Contact patients daily to advise them that their visits cannot take place as planned,using an approved script. Escalate to clinicians as needed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths
• NVQ level 3, Vocational Qualifications level or equivalent level of knowledge and experience

Experience

Essential

• Highly motivated
• Good interpersonal skills
• A team player
• Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health or social care setting
• Experience of working within a community setting
• Knowledge of SystmOne

Skills, abilities and knowledge

Essential

• Good verbal communication skills
• Good written communication skills
• Good IT and keyboard skills
• Ability to concentrate when inputting data/patient records
• Good observational & reporting skills
• Good time management
• Has ability to prioritise
• Have a 'can-do' attitude

Personal Attributes / Behaviours (linked to the Trust's Behaviour Framework)

Essential

• Enthusiastic and able to work under pressure
• Able to work on own initiative
• Tact and diplomacy
• Able to identify with the Trust commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of adults, children and young people
• Ability to work alone
• Assertiveness
• Good listening skills
• Be non judgemental
• Have patience
• Professional appearance
• Be reliable

Other

Essential

• Be able to make own travel arrangements to base and meetings as required
• This is a 7 day a week service and some weekend working will be expected

Communication

Essential

• Tact and diplomacy
• Empathy and sensitivity
• Ability to use own initiative
• Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English language

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Ability to manage stressful situations
• Be a team player
• Awareness of own limitations
• Good organisational skills
• Open to change and development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Norwich Community Hospital

Bowthorpe Road

Norwich

NR2 3TU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role overview

Healthcare Assistant

Join Our Renal Care Team

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and looking for a rewarding career in healthcare? At Diaverum, we have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Crawleyclinic and support patients undergoing dialysis treatment.

In this role, you'll work closely with our nursing team to provide compassionate, person-centred care that helps improve patients' quality of life. Whether you're looking to build on your healthcare experience or develop a long-term career within renal care, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

This is a Fixed Term contract covering maternity; contract duration likely to be around 12 months (is subject to possible change).

What You'll Be Doing

Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining clean equipment following proper training.
• Preparing supplies and packs for treatment.
• Conducting health checks with patients before and after dialysis.
• Escorting patients to clinical and waiting areas.
• Serving refreshments during treatments.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for caring, motivated individuals who are committed to delivering excellent patient care.

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• GCSE-level education or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent), with Level 3 desirable or a willingness to work towards it.
• Previous experience in a healthcare or hospital setting is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A positive, flexible, and patient-focused approach.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A good standard of English and basic IT skills.

What We Offer

• Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week.
• Paid breaks.
• Monday to Saturday working pattern. No night shifts and no Sunday working.
• Competitive salary of up to £25,086, depending on relevant dialysis experience.
• Overtime paid at time and a half after full-time hours have been completed.
• 35 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service.
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• Access to our in-house learning and development programme, d Academy.
• Support to undertake relevant qualifications and further study.
• Christmas Day and New Year's Day off.
• Free uniform, tea and coffee, annual flu vaccination, and Christmas meal.
• Company pension scheme and life assurance.
• Blue Light Card discounts and additional employee benefits.
• Access to our employee wellbeing programme, We Care.
• Employee referral bonus scheme of up to £1,000.

Why Join Diaverum?

At Diaverum, we're dedicated to delivering exceptional renal care while creating a supportive environment where our colleagues can thrive.

We're committed to nurturing your career and providing top-tier training. Our comprehensive professional training program, including on-the-job training and access to our in-house education program 'd Academy,' sets you up for success and growth throughout your career at Diaverum.

At our clinic, you wont find managers tucked away on another floor we work side by side with our teams. With dedicated clinic admins and nurses desks right at the heart of patient care, were set up to support both our staff and our patients every step of the way

Additional Information

All offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and relevant compliance clearances.

You must be able to work clinically in a renal setting.

We encourage early applications, as vacancies may close before the advertised closing date if a high volume of suitable applications is received.

Come Grow With Us

If you're looking for a meaningful role where you can make a genuine difference to patients' lives while developing your healthcare career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team committed to delivering exceptional renal care.

Diaverum - Improving Quality of Life Through Renal Care.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Diaverum

Address

Crawley

RH117SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://global.diaverum.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

Act as the specialist pharmacist lead for oncology services, serving as the primary point of contact for oncology-related service developments and providing professional leadership for the service, with support from the Principal Pharmacist for Cancer Services

Provide a clinical pharmacy service to the Oncology and Haematology working alongside the cancer services team delivering and extensive medicines management service to patients in ward and day unit areas.

Clinically screening SACT for adult, paediatric patient for day unit, outpatient

Undertake teaching and supervision of less experienced pharmacists, technicians, and students providing Cancer for haematology and oncology patients.

Line managing pharmacists as allocated including managing sickness, appraisals, general support and development

To ensure that all staff are appropriately trained, ensuring compliance to all legal and best practice standards and local SOP's.

Provide the clinical professional check on prescriptions dispensed within the dispensary, ensuring that the Trust high cost drug procedure and Trust Formulary is adhered t

Lead, develop, evaluate and deliver pharmaceutical care to patients managed by the Haematology and Oncology within the Trust.

Use specialist knowledge to advise consultants, medical, nursing and pharmacy staff on all pharmaceutical aspects of care in these areas

Recommend, substantiate and communicate best therapeutic options for patients routinely and via attendance at MDT to implement changes in prescribing practice to ensure evidence-based medicine is followed as appropriate and following commissioning avenue

I Introduce measures to keep the directorate drug expenditure within agreed budgets including pro-active involvement at directorate board level to achieve this.

Key Duties

The post holder will

Provide a specialist clinical pharmacy and medicines management service to patients and undertake pharmaceutical risk management for haematology and oncology patient in a ward-based setting.

Ensure compliance with medicines legislation, the Trust Medicines Policy, and medicines related national and local guidelines.

Contribute to the development and implementation of appropriate cancer services SOPs and associated policies to ensure that the haematology/oncology medicines management systems are safe, robust, guided by national directives, standards, guidelines, and the post-holders own specialist knowledge, and are quality assured.

Evaluate prescribing practices and amend according to evidence-based practice, national/regional directives and clinical governance targets on a daily basis, during consultant ward-rounds, and at multidisciplinary team meetings including:

Analysing patients individual pharmaceutical care needs

Identifying actual and potential iatrogenic admissions for medical staff

Recommending best treatment

Substantiate pharmaceutical recommendations and advice to medical and nursing staff and communicate effectively any necessary actions to medical and nursing staff.

Construct pharmaceutical care plans for patients, assess and monitor clinical progress and outcome with regard to their medication and actively intervene to ensure that patients receive optimal care with minimal side effects.

Provide specialist advice to healthcare professionals on all pharmaceutical issues arising within the post holders specialist clinical area.

Be responsible for the therapeutic blood monitoring of identified drugs within the post-holders clinical area including:

Initial patient assessment and initiation of appropriate loading or starting doses

Interpretation of blood level results and subsequent adjustment of the patients dose of medicine and amendment of the patients prescription in order to optimise the beneficial results of therapy whilst minimising any potential toxicity.

Ensuring individual patients entered into clinical trials are treated according to the trial protocol, that their medicines are prepared as specified in the protocol, that any randomisation codes are allocate appropriately, and that all records are maintained correctly and stored suitably.

Substantiating clinical pharmacy recommendations at the highest level and against challenge from Consultants, where necessary, and effectively communicate any required actions to other medical and nursing staff.

Providing specialist clinical advice to other health care professionals on all pharmaceutical issues arising within the specialist area of cancer services. This will include the extrapolation of clinical and complex medicines information where data may be lacking and analysing, interpreting and comparing differing opinion or facts to determine the best prescribing strategy for an individual patient or patient group.

Assisting with the delivery of the WAHT pharmacy cancer services to achieve Trust and departmental medicines management targets including

Managing the accurate and timely dispensing and supply of medicines to cancer patients.

Adherence to NHS England standard operating procedures in relation to drugs supply through the Cancer Drugs Fund (CDF) and other commissioning arrangements.

Adherence to the Trust Formulary, unlicensed medicines policy and high-cost drug procedures.

Assisting with the creation of clinical guidelines relating to all areas of medicines use within the cancer services.

Assisting in the delivery of key pharmacy modernisation initiatives within cancer services and assisting in the assessment of the impact of such service development initiatives on medical and nursing staff within the post-holders area and the WAHT pharmacy department as a whole.

Medication History Taking, Provision of Patient Information and Counselling

Ensure that information and patient counselling systems are implemented within their specialist area according to patient need to ensure that patients obtain the most benefit from their medicines.

Set standards and manage the counselling of patients on their medicines within the Haematology directorate to improve concordance and knowledge of their therapy

Ensure all newly admitted patients are interviewed to construct an accurate medication history and assess compliance/concordance issues.

Review the medication history against the admission details and prescription chart

Pro-actively identify to medical staff any potential or actual medicines-related hospital admissions or associated issues and outline any required action to resolve identified discrepancies

Assess patients discharge medicines information requirements as early as possible in the admission stay to be able to prepare information on medicines for patients based on individual need.

Complete Patient Need Assessments to assess patients information requirements and suitability for delegation of counselling to a junior pharmacist or lead medicines management technician.

Counsel patients with highly complex needs such as a physical disability which may affect information requirements (sight or hearing), language difficulties, those with life-threatening or terminal diagnoses and highly distressed patients.

Managerial Responsibilities

Manage pharmacists as allocated including delivery of PDR and management of sickness based around trust policies.

Undertake the day to day supervision of pharmacists, technicians, assistants and students

Develop and maintain good internal communications within the department.

Ensure that the capability, conduct and performance of every member of staff within their responsibility are continually assessed and appropriate action is taken to address shortfalls and resolve issues

Ensure that all Trust policies are complied with, brought to the attention if all staff and are readily and easily accessible

Planning of day to day work, annual objectives and negotiation of personal development plans and in-year performance management.

Use the Pharmacy Computer System and MS Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint to produce reports, SOPs, analyses and training materials for others to support the delivery of the post holders key roles and responsibilities.

Financial Responsibilities

Produce monthly reports, analyse prescribing trends and provide guidance and advice on drug expenditure, prescribing patterns and high cost drug use for the Haematology and oncology specialities at WRH.

Advise and guide Consultants on proposed new medicines for use within the post-holders clinical area and assist with compiling new product assessments and evidence-based reviews for submission to the Area Prescribing Committee for formulary and funding approval

Identify cost containment programmes and introduce appropriate measures to keep the Haematology and Oncology Directorates drug expenditure within agreed budgets. Discuss and influence drug expenditure and its management with key medical staff, directorate managers and Modern Matrons within the post-holders specialist area.

Service Development and Business Planning

Develop formal links with the Clinical Director, Business Manager, Modern Matron and Ward managers in relation to the pharmaceutical needs.

Lead on key pharmacy modernisation initiatives within the Haematology team, ward and patients, and assess the impact of such service development initiatives on medical and nursing staff within the post-holders area and the pharmacy department as a whole.

Contribute to the senior clinical pharmacy team strategy group in planning and organising the delivery, standard and modernisation of clinical pharmacy services.

Research and Clinical Audit

Ensure all pharmaceutical aspects of research in the post-holders clinical area complies with relevant legislation

Ensure that all clinical trials of medicines in the post holders area comply with National Guidelines, the Trust medicines policy, and the Trial Protocols.

Plan, organise and conduct own areas for practice-based research, including audit and benefits of clinical pharmacist / independent prescriber role to support departmental development

Person Specification

Additional information

Essential

• Skilled at preparing and implementing pharmaceutical care plans to best meet patient needs within the ward multidisciplinary team.
• Skilled at using reference sources, journals, the internet and on-line information sources to prepare evaluated medicines information for consultants and other health-care professionals.
• Skills for providing relevant specialist pharmacy services (e.g. clinical pharmacy, medicines information, sterile dispensing).
• Able to interpret national guidelines within specialist area(s), and Trust policies, procedures and guidelines related to specialist area(s) including clinical governance and risk management.
• Skills for teaching and supervising junior pharmacists and technical staff
• Skills for utilising resources cost-effectively and highlighting where improvements could be made.
• Knowledge about chemotherapy drugs and regimens in current use.
• Knowledge about the technical aspects underpinning the working of an aseptic unit.
• Knowledge on clinical issues relating to the treatment of Haematology and oncology in-patients
• Able to supervise a team of pharmacists and technical staff
• Capable of analysing highly complex facts or situations, which require the analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options
• Able to work with initiative and innovation.
• Able to set priorities, meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• A good team worker and a role model for pharmacists and technicians.
• Able to communicate information about medicines when there are barriers to understanding.
• Able to empathise with patients, carers, visitors and staff.

Experience

Essential

• Current post diploma experience in delivering specialist clinical services to a medical speciality or directorate
• Experience of delivering a clinical pharmacy service to patients requiring SACT
• Experience of working in a licensed or un-licensed aseptic unit.
• Experience of working with an electronic prescribing system
• Experience of delivering chemotherapy services (inpatient and outpatient) Experience of successfully supervising and contributing to the training of pharmacists, technicians, nurses and doctors

Desirable

• Experience as a practicing Independent prescriber in Haematology or oncology

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional knowledge acquired through a vocational degree in pharmacy
• Currently Registered as a pharmacist in UK: Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Significant Postgraduate clinical specialist knowledge acquired through diploma level training i.e. Hold a Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Currently meeting the GPhC standard for continuing professional development.
• Have qualified and be registered with the GPhC as an Independent Prescriber or working towards.

Desirable

• Undertaken a Masters or equivalent in Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP)
• Undertaken the RPS core advanced portfolio

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

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B987UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Assess and manage patients from NHS waiting lists
• lists Interpret diagnostic investigations and clinical findings
• Deliver high-quality care within a multidisciplinary team setting
• Provide clinical leadership and, where appropriate, supervision to junior colleagues
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including clear follow-up plans aligned with Trust pathways.

• Conduct specialist outpatient consultations and clinical examinations.

• Develop and discuss appropriate treatment plans with patients.

• Perform oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures appropriate to training and competence.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration with Specialist Register accreditation in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
• Current Licence to Practise
• Demonstrable experience working as an Oral & Maxillofacial Consultant within the NHS
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions

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

18 Week Support Limited

Address

Midlands and North - Surrounding

19-21 Great Tower Street

Wolverhampton

EC3R 5AR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.18weeksupport.com/careers/working-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description and salary information can be found in the supporting documents section on the right-hand side of the advert. These are available for you to download and review.

Further Information

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications, although we aim to keep it open long enough to ensure a diverse and representative applicant pool.

If you have any questions about the role or require adjustments to support your application, please get in touch, we are happy to help.

Location Home based. Please note that the successful candidate will be required to spend their first 8-12 weeks of employment in the Doncaster hub.

Hub location Danum Lodge Clinic, 123 Thorne Road, Doncaster DN2 5BQ

Salary £39,959 - £46,656 per annum - depending on skills and experience. Saturday shifts are paid at time and a half.

Hours 37.5 hours per week to be worked over Monday to Saturday. The working pattern will be discussed further at interview.

Saturday shifts are paid at time and a half.

Apply now Interested in making a difference? Apply today to join our team.

Values & eligibility All applicants must be pro choice and support a woman's right to choose, in line with BPAS values and mission. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Application outcome If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

References & pre-employment checks All offers of employment are conditional on satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must provide three years of employment references, including reasons for leaving and details of any gaps in employment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Adult Nurse level 1 / Registered Midwife (practising)
• Active NMC registration and valid PIN

Experience

Essential

• Clinical practice experience (at least 12 months)
• Completion of client documentation
• Working to clinical guidelines, policies & procedures

Desirable

• Speaking to patients over the phone in a clinical capacity
• Gynecological nursing experience or relevant specialty i.e. sexual health, contraception

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• IT skills - Ability to use Microsoft packages e.g word, outlook and Microsoft teams
• Understanding of clinical risk and incident reporting
• Basic understanding of Abortion Care

Desirable

• Contraception
• Sexual health

General

Essential

• Do you support a woman's right to choose abortion?
• Are you the family or friend of a current BPAS employee? If yes, please state the name and the nature of the relationship
• Are you aware we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role?
• Please state your Professional body and membership e.g. NMC Midwives (RM)
• Please state your Membership/Registration number along with your expiry/renewal date
• This is a 37.5 hours per week role to be worked over Monday-Saturday. Can you commit to this?
• We require you to live within a 60 minute commute of the Doncaster hub (DN2 5BQ) - please state your postcode.

Desirable

• Please list any other information in support of your application

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

British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS)

Address

BPAS Doncaster Unit / Telemed Clinic

Danum Lodge Clinic,

123 Thorne Road,

Doncaster

DN2 5BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the Directorates administrative staff and resolving any issues that arise. This will include the authorising of annual leave and study leave.
• Monitor the staff workloads and allocate work according to staffing levels and adjust these during periods of sickness or unexpected changes in workload.
• Manage administrative staff sickness in line with Trust HR policies, undertaking return to work interviews, stage 1 and stage 2 interviews. To liaise with human Resources, where appropriate, in issues of sickness and phased returns to work.
• To be responsible for the recruitment of secretarial staff, devising adverts and job descriptions, short-listing, interviewing and taking up references, chairing the interview panel.
• Undertake appraisals on the secretaries and clerical support staff and formulating PDP plans, including the identification of training needs and to provide opportunities for staff to undergo relevant training.
• Undertake mandatory training on a regular basis, ensuring that the administrative staff also comply with the requirements for mandatory training and adhere to the Health and safety at Work act.
• Ensure that all Consultants are allocated secretarial support to cover their secretarial duties and ensure training is provided where appropriate.
• Ensure that all clinical sessions are allocated adequate clerical staff and ensure training is provided where appropriate.
• Train new and bank administrative staff on the job and ensure that progress is monitored.
• Initiate and participate in the development of policies and procedures affecting the administration staff. Implement changes to practice/protocols and overcome conflicts/lack of knowledge.
• Liaise with Consultants and CNS in the development of services e.g. cancer pathway improvement initiatives to support with 28 FDS.
• To act as the administrative lead on the department Clinical Governance Committee.
• Support Operational Managers with ENT and Audiology Service improvement plan ensuring the smooth delivery of high quality care e.g. upgrade of software, equipment and building SEL support network with a focus of staff development.
• Lead, coach and manage the performance of the team in line with good people management practices. Ensuring excellence is recognised and underperformance is addressed.
• Participate in regular performance appraisal meetings and ensure each member of the team has a clear set of objectives and development plans.
• Ensure the team is compliance with all statutory, mandatory training together with any professional training requirements, ensuring they are up to date and fully compliant.
• Manage team absences including sickness in line with Trust policy ensuring the appropriate return to work meetings occur, e-roster is updated and productivity is at keep to the highest possible level.
• Identify and fill any vacancies that arise within the team in line with the Trusts recruitment policy and process.

Person Specification

Person specification

Essential

• Experience of managing and supervising groups of staff
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent word-processing and spreadsheet skills, including Microsoft word and excel

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of Cancer and its management
• A Level or NVQ level 3 in business administration 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.

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

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Princess Royal University Hospital

Farnborough Common

Orpington

BR6 8ND

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a clinical member of the Management Team be responsible for the safe and effective delivery and future development of the nursing and overall clinical services.

Work with other senior staff to ensure the achievement of Practice aims and objectives and the efficient and effective running of the nursing service and the service as a whole, collaborating on setting policy for the clinical service and the nursing team.

Plan, develop and implement specific projects and new nursing services as required.

Ensure that the Nursing Team are supported with CPD meetings to disseminate information relevant to practices and ensure that the team are aware of any changes. Including gathering information, setting agendas, minuting and sending out minutes.

Lead on infection control for the practice.

Attend contract, SEA and any other appropriate meetings and ensure nurses are aware of any feedback from these.

Identify the nursing requirement to meet the practice population need, assessing the impact and implementation of skill-mix in the delivery of care and developing new services and increasing skill-mix as appropriate.

Maintain record of nurse/HCA/NA competencies and ensure all teams are aware of this.

Ensure nursing team are meeting all clinical contract standards such as QOF

Liaise with nurse chronic disease leads and plan/ process map changes to improve the surgery chronic disease management ensuring we meet NICE/ QOF/contract guidelines and targets

Respond to all nurse related clinical queries from all other teams. Advise as needed.

Advise Nurse admin re clinical queries and oversee nurse rota checking correct skill mix, advising re holiday cover, absences or training requirements in conjunction with the Director of Nursing.

Provide clinical cover where required to maintain a safe and effective nursing service. Duties will include those typically performed by Practice Nurses/treatment room nurse as well as Chronic disease management and reviews.

Line Management and Leadership

Carry out Revalidation interviews for Practice Nurse Team.

Maintain an open door policy for all nursing team and provide supervision on an ad hoc basis.

Build and lead a cohesive and effective team with good cross team communication.

Lead or participate in recruitment as required and implement induction programmes for new Practice nursing staff.

Organise work and delegate clearly and appropriately, assessing the competence of those taking on delegated tasks and ensuring safe practice.

Assess competence of clinical staff, including in-house certification of staff where appropriate (e.g. Healthcare Assistants).

Provide pastoral support for staff when required, particularly in relation to issues that affect their ability to work.

Communicate resource constraints to the team and discuss with them ideas for effective and efficient working within these constraints.

Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from external good practice.

Teaching and Training

Promote a learning environment, act as a mentor and assess all training needs for the Practice Nursing Team and organise training needed to achieve an effective and safe service.

Ensure that all required training is completed by members of the team and documented.

Plan in-house training and competencies for PNs/HCAs/ NAs.

Take responsibility for own development, learning and performance including participating in clinical supervision and training as necessary to update skills and knowledge.

Participation in the monthly educational and training events of the Practice, and set the monthly agenda for the Practice nursing team.

Participation in the induction of new staff, students and other attached professionals as necessary.

Facilitate and organise the introduction of student nurses into the practice working closely with Oxford Brookes University.

Communication

Effective communication with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the practices.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising their needs for alternative methods of communication.

Demonstrate sensitive communication styles to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment.

To communicate difficult, often unpleasant or sensitive, messages to patients and families.

Act as an advocate when representing patients and colleagues.

Information Resources

Review, enter and process data using accurate Read codes in order to ensure easy and accurate information retrieval for monitoring, financial and audit processes.

To understand and follow the requirements of confidentiality (including the Data Protection Act) and the Freedom of Information Act and to refer on any queries as appropriate.

To follow Practice policy regarding the use of email and computer tasks as the main internal method of non-verbal communication and the use of the intranet and the internet as the main source of internal and external information, including the retrieval of relevant information for patients on their condition.

Ensure all templates, policies and procedures are up to date and align with Nice guidelines

Organisation/Quality

Recognise and work within own competence and relevant professional codes of conduct as set out by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

To follow Practice policies, including Security and Information Governance.

The efficient and prompt delivery of administrative tasks.

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

Deliver care (self and team) to National Service Frameworks, NICE guidelines, PCT/CCG policy and evidence-based care.

Assess effectiveness of care delivery (self and team) through self and peer review, benchmarking and formal evaluation.

Utilise the audit cycle as a means of evaluating the quality of work, implementing improvements where required (self and team).

To participate in quality improvement initiatives, including Significant Event Analysis, peer review and the review of patient complaints.

To cooperate fully and openly with the investigation of patient complaints (or other investigations).

Respond to complaints from patients that need a clinical response or are related to nurse clinics.

To participate in CCG commissioning initiatives and programmes as required.

To support the aims and objectives of the Practice and contribute to the ongoing development of the Practice as required.

Equality and Diversity

Act as a role model and enable others in the observance of equality and diversity good practice.

To act in ways that recognise the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with procedures.

To respect the privacy, dignity and beliefs of patients, carers, visitors and co-workers. They must be treated equally, irrespective of gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc.

To follow the Practice chaperoning policy.

Be aware of statutory procedures, local guidance and referral criteria regarding protection of children and vulnerable adults, including Practice policies. To follow the guidance and policies and take action in an appropriate manner.

Person Specification

Essential requirements:

Education, qualifications and experience

Relevant nursing/health degree or equivalent.

Registered nurse.

Substantial post-registration nursing experience with significant recent primary care nursing experience.

Up-to-date skills and experience in the full range of practice nursing services.

Experience in implementing protocols, clinical guidelines and/or service improvements.

Experience of using infection control procedures.

Knowledge of clinical governance issues in primary care.

A commitment to providing a high standard of care that is responsive and flexible in its approach to meeting the needs of a deprived and ethnically diverse inner city population.

An understanding of the importance of good data quality and information governance.

Good IT and keyboard skills with experience of using computerised medical record systems.

Personal skills and abilities

Highly motivated, enthusiastic and flexible in approach to work.

A friendly and approachable manner with good people skills.

The ability to work as a member of a large multidisciplinary team.

Excellent communication skills the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide range of individuals both verbally and in writing.

The ability to communicate and interact with the public in a discreet and sensitive manner, recognising their needs for alternative methods and styles of communication.

Excellent organisational skills.

A commitment to professional and personal development.

Willingness to be involved in teaching and training.

The ability to influence others positively, negotiate constructively and resolve conflict successfully.

The ability and willingness to engage with individuals to improve their personal performance.

General

A commitment to the ongoing development of the Practice.

The ability to give good and regular attendance.

Desirable requirements:

Experience of managing other people.

Mentor/teaching qualification and experience of teaching in a clinical setting.

Additional relevant qualifications, e.g. community nursing, family planning, teaching/mentoring, chronic disease, etc.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant nursing/health degree or equivalent. Registered nurse. Substantial post-registration nursing experience with significant recent primary or community nursing experience. Up-to-date skills and experience in the full range of practice nursing services. Experience in implementing protocols, clinical guidelines and/or service improvements. Experience of using infection control procedures. Knowledge of clinical governance issues in primary care. A commitment to providing a high standard of care that is responsive and flexible in its approach to meeting the needs of a deprived and ethnically diverse inner city population. An understanding of the importance of good data quality and information governance. Good IT and keyboard skills with experience of using computerised medical record systems. Personal skills and abilities Highly motivated, enthusiastic and flexible in approach to work. A friendly and approachable manner with good people skills. The ability to work as a member of a large multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication skills the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide range of individuals both verbally and in writing. The ability to communicate and interact with the public in a discreet and sensitive manner, recognising their needs for alternative methods and styles of communication. Excellent organisational skills. A commitment to professional and personal development. Willingness to be involved in teaching and training. The ability to influence others positively, negotiate constructively and resolve conflict successfully. The ability and willingness to engage with individuals to improve their personal performance.

Desirable

• Experience of managing other people. Mentor/teaching qualification and experience of teaching in a clinical setting. Additional relevant qualifications, e.g. community nursing, family planning, teaching/mentoring, chronic disease, etc.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hedena Health Ltd

Address

207 London Road

Headington

Oxford

OX3 9JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

qualification

Essential

• MB BS or equivalent mediacl qualification
• Fully registered with GMC with license
• Approved clinician status
• Included on the GMC Specialist Register in general adult psychiatry OR within six months
• Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register for the speciality, or eligible for entry within six months of the interview date (including those applying via the portfolio pathway route)

skills

Essential

• Excellent knowledge of speciality
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA
• Ability to work in and lead a team
• Participated in research and service provision

Eligibility

Essential

• Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
• Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment

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

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Killamarsh Clinic

Parkside Shopping Centre

Killamarsh

S21 1FY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

• MRCPsych
• Additional clinical qualifications
• Qualification or higher degree in clinical research or management

Eligibility

Essential

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practice at the time of appointment
• GMC Specialist Register or within six months
• Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
• Good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
• Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment

Academic skills and lifelong learning

Essential

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Participation in continuing professional development
• Active participation in clinical audit/quality improvement
• Ability to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and to supervise junior/SAS medical staff

Desirable

• Experience of clinical research or service evaluation
• Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit or service improvement
• Evidence of improving patient outcomes through service change or audit

Clinical knowledge

Essential

• Excellent clinical skills
• Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA
• Excellent knowledge in speciality

Desirable

• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service

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

West London NHS Trust

Address

Claybrook Centre

37 Claybrook Road

London

W6 8LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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