Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience as a Healthcare Support worker in a health or social care setting.
• Experience of working in an Acute Hospital Setting
• Phlebotomy experience
• Wound care experience

Qualifications and training

Essential

• NVQ level 3 in health or social care or equivalent
• GCSE in both English Language and mathematics or equivalent in these two subjects e.g. Certificates in Adult literacy and numeracy at level 2

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Effective communication skills, verbally and written
• Able to provide basic patient assessments
• Committed to providing high quality care
• Enthusiasm and commitment to work within the team

Public Sector Language Competency

Essential

• Be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

Horfield Road

Bristol and Weston

BS2 8ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties

• Designated by the band 6 Special School Nurse to act as the named nurse for one or more Schools within a quadrant grouping providing health surveillance specialist advice and clinical programmes of care.
• To assess care needs, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care.
• To carry out prescribed nursing interventions as per the care plan under the direction of the Special School Nurse. Each care plan will identify:-
• Existing clinical needs and how and by whom these will be met.
• Monitoring the childs growth and development in line with the Healthy Child Programme.
• Progress against the plan, expected outcomes and timescales.
• Safeguarding needs.
• The care plan will be made available to sit alongside and complement the childs individual Education Plan (IEP).

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Educated to the following level: oRelevant professional qualification - RSCN or RN Child Branch or RNLD
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Experience

Essential

• Experience of recent community/acute healthcare gained through education or work experience placement or previous employment.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS
• Knowledge of up to date clinical practice
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to cope with change
• Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures

Desirable

• Ability to organise own work
• Ability to use own initiative
• Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda's for health under the guidance of the team lead / ward manager.

Other Job Requirements

Essential

• Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice.
• Ability to travel to work and other locations as required.

Desirable

• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexible and adaptable

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

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

City Wide

Birmingham

B18 7EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Wide experience of radiotherapy treatment and review
• Clinical experience at supervisory level and leadership in an area of clinical expertise
• Experience of managing radiotherapy side effects
• Working with ISO9001
• Experience with student/support worker education
• Experience in orientation/training of new staff
• Experience of auditing practice
• Experience of service development
• Knowledge of legislation associated with the use of ionising radiation in medicine (IR(ME)R and IRR)
• Knowledge of National Developments in Radiotherapy

Desirable

• Awareness of financial management
• Experience of working outside of the hospital environment for service development or education

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate well at individual, team and departmental and interdepartmental levels
• Demonstrate the following interpersonal skills: Tolerance, sensitivity and empathy with staff and clients
• Ability to think quickly, assess situations and make appropriate decisions.
• Professional leadership qualities - ability to inspire and motivate staff
• Ability to educate/train colleagues at all levels
• Written and oral presentation skills
• Demonstrate ambition in personal and service development
• Demonstrate initiative and innovation

Aptitudes

Essential

• Show initiative and be responsive to service needs
• Leadership
• Be proactive in managing own career and continuous service development
• Reflect on practice for continuing self audit

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• DCR (T), BSc (Hons) or MSc State Registered Therapeutic Radiographer
• MSc qualification in radiography, research or other relevant subject
• Registered non-medical prescriber or working towards the qualification

Desirable

• Management/Leadership qualification /willing to work towards

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Specialised Services Management Offices

Myrtle Road

Bristol

BS2 8ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.

Informal queries are welcomed prior to application

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good educational background

Desirable

• Admin / IT Skills

Experience

Essential

• Competent user of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)
• Experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

• Awareness of different IT packages
• Previous NHS experience
• Experience of dealing with enquiries and follow up action.

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment

Desirable

• Awareness of confidentiality

Aptitudes and abilities

Essential

• Self-motivated and team player
• A level of physical fitness to meet the manual handling demands of the role.

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Other

Essential

• Driving Licence with no more than 3 penalty points

Desirable

• C1 driving Licence

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

EMRTS HQ, Wales Air Ambulance

Ty Elusen, Ffordd Angel, Llanelli Gate

Dafen

SA14 8LQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• RGN 1st level
• Current NMC Registration
• 1 st Degree in nursing or health related subject, willing to undertake/ working towards
• Relevant accredited post registration qualification at Level 3
• Qualification in Teaching and Assessing

Desirable

• Willingness to work towards Masters level academic study

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Appropriate post-registration experience in nursing, specialty
• Appropriate proven leadership and management experience
• Proven commitment and experience, evidence in teaching

Desirable

• Experience of undertaking Research or Audit projects
• Experience as a Preceptor /Mentor
• Evidence of commitment to research based practice or evidence of project work undertaken

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Organisation and management skills
• Teaching
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to problem solve
• Flexibility, adaptability to meet needs of a changing service
• Ability to perform clinical activities specific to speciality
• Ability to lead a team
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to manage difficult situations
• Able to influence other team members
• Act as a role model and as a mentor/assessor
• Innovative and participates with practice and policy change
• Awareness of professional responsibilities to self and others
• Commitment to the development and provision of high quality nursing care
• Awareness of current national changes in nursing / NHS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin St.

Bristol

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read/review the Job Description and Person Specification in the supporting documents section.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please read & review the Job Description and Person Specification in the supporting documents section.

Desirable

• Please read & review the Job Description and Person Specification in the supporting documents section.

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

Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Hunslet Health Centre, 24 Church Street

Leeds

LS10 2PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Observe a personal duty of care towards equipment and resources.

Take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work, and co-operate with Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in adhering to statutory and local health and safety regulations.

Ensure accurate, timely, and effective communication with the College Nurse when receiving workload instructions and when reporting information about students.

Take appropriate action when concerns are identified, including safeguarding issues, reporting these to the College Nurse and other relevant professionals, and accurately recording all issues and actions taken.

Comply with:

• Trust policies and procedures.
• Health and Safety Regulations.
• Fire Safety Regulations.

Undertake other duties commensurate with the grade of the post, as agreed with the relevant Line Manager.

Minimise the Trust's environmental impact wherever possible, including:

• Recycling appropriately.
• Switching off lights, computers, monitors, and equipment when not in use.
• Reducing paper waste by minimising printing and photocopying.
• Conserving water where possible.
• Reporting faults and heating/cooling concerns promptly.
• Minimising unnecessary travel.
• Considering the environmental impact of purchases where the role includes ordering or using supplies and equipment.

Liaise with parents and carers, on behalf of the College Nurse or other professionals, by telephone, providing support and information relating to health issues.

Person Specification

Qualifications / training

Essential

• Good standard of GCSE passes including English at C or above
• NVQ in Care /social care Level 3 or equivalent
• Evidence of continued learning and development.

Experience

Essential

• Previous Experience of working with young people with complex health and learning disability.

Desirable

• Previous Experience of dealing with members of the public.
• Previous experience of using computers.
• Previous clerical experience.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate willingness to undertake a range of duties and to learn new tasks including clinical procedures where relevant.
• Enteral Feeding and medicine administration
• Demonstrate an understanding of the implications of carrying out work within another agency's environment
• Demonstrate an understanding of Disability.
• Ability to recognise the importance of feedback to qualified nurses.
• Demonstrate understanding of confidentiality and consequences of breaking confidentiality.
• Awareness of Adult Safeguarding issues.

Desirable

• Demonstrate understanding of the scope of the role.
• Able to generate written communication.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to team working and interagency working
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Able to relate to disabled young people

Desirable

• Flexible approach to working.

Other Job Requirements

Essential

• Able to organise own work.
• Willing and able to undertake training appropriate to the role.
• Ability to travel to work and other locations as required.

Desirable

• Awareness of Health and Safety issues in the workplace.
• Able to use a computer

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

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

The Hive College

Perry Common Road

Birmingham

B23 7AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Working in accordance with the Departmental Standard Operating Procedures and assist in the development and review of these as required.

2. Receiving and analysing samples submitted to the department in accordance with laboratory policies and protocols.

3. Assisting in the interpretation and technical validation of the analyses in accordance with laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

4. Responsible for the provision of our service to patients in routine and emergency situations.

5. Rotating into any area of the department as required.

6. Participating fully in the departments 24/7 rota service.

7. Prioritising the completion of urgent requests.

8. Telephoning important results to an appropriate person when necessary

9. Responsible for their own work under the supervision of senior laboratory staff

10. Validating and releasing results to service users as required

11. Maintaining a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests and investigations carried out in the department as appropriate

12. Preparing and ensuring adequate supplies of reagents and consumables

13. Using consumables and equipment efficiently and safely in accordance with Health & Safety policies

14. Performing the routine maintenance and cleaning of the equipment with which she/he is working including maintenance records and recording of corrective actions

15. Processing internal and external quality control samples and results/reports as required

16. Participating in quality assurance procedures in accordance with the laboratory quality manual

17. Participating in risk management of the department including the reporting of adverse incidents

18. Assisting in research and development projects as required

19. Assisting in the training and teaching of trainee biomedical scientists, new BMS staff, MLAs, medical staff and other healthcare professionals as required

20. Participating in staff appraisal according to Trust policies and procedures

21. Undertaking continued professional development

22. Personally responsible for maintaining HCPC Registration

23. Participating in all other activities in the section to enable the department to maintain compliance with ISO15189 (2022).

24. To provide appropriate cover for more senior Biomedical Scientist staff as required.

Person Specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered BMS
• BSc honours degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent

BMS experience

Desirable

• Minimum 2 years BMS experience in a UK hospital Biochemistry lab

Knowledge

Essential

• Blood Science tracked analyser system knowledge/experience

Desirable

• Specialist lab knowledge/experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Band 6 cardiac rehabilitation enhanced practitioners are expert clinicians, having completed a minimum of 2 years working in cardiac rehabilitation at band 5 or higher; or 4 years of post registration experience and 2 years of cardiac care; and possessing at least one relevant postgraduate/post-registration qualification. The post holder will act as an autonomous practitioner performing detailed clinical assessment and leading in the care of all patients in their caseload in collaboration with secondary care clinicians, community providers and the wider MDT. They will supervise and train band 3 and band 4 colleagues as well as students and will provide specialist advice to the rest of the MDT.

The post-holder will work across hospital sites and community leisure centres around the area of Bristol and Weston.

The post holder will be responsible for implementing and delivering a safe and comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation program along with other members of the MDT. They will manage and participate in group exercise programmes for cardiac patients. They will provide advice on managing recovery from a cardiac diagnosis and managing cardiac risk factors.

For further detail please see the job description and person specification attached to this advert.

Person Specification

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Essential

• Working towards post-registration qualifications/CPD in area of practice
• Relevant cardiac/cardiothoracic/critical care qualification at either level 2(diploma) or level 3 (degree) or equivalent experience
• Evidence of ongoing professional development through maintenance of professional portfolio and registration revalidation.
• Current ILS/ALS or willingness to undertake
• Driving license/able to travel between venues on daily basis
• Active professional registered with a professional body

Desirable

• Evidence of level 7 learning/qualification in relevant subject
• Prescribing
• Prepared to work towards independent prescribing if not yet achieved
• Proven leadership experience
• Level 4 specialist cardiac rehabilitation exercise instructor or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• 4 years post registration including minimum of 2 years in cardiac care at band 5 or higher OR 2 years cardiac rehabilitation at band 5 or higher
• Recent experience working in a cardiac setting
• Involved in planning and supporting improvement and transformation, achieving cultural change to improve service quality
• Interest and understanding of cardiac rehabilitation environment.
• Experience of implementing local/specialist objectives
• Experience in foundational leadership and willingness to enact change management.

Desirable

• Significant post-registration cardiac rehabilitation experience
• Experience of post-qualification work in a range of relevant settings treating cardiac patients

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Essential

• Experience of management of the cardiac patient
• Advanced clinical assessment skills, assessment of symptoms, interpretation of clinical investigations and taking appropriate action in the risk stratification of patients post myocardial infarct/coronary revascularisation.
• Specialist knowledge of current cardiac care, management and secondary prevention
• Experience of involvement in research and audit at a local level within current or previous roles.
• Able to modify teaching and counselling skills to individual or group needs
• IT skills
• Very strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional approach to work and instil confidence
• Involved in supporting/management of support roles/students.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. JOB PURPOSE

To be responsible for assessing, triaging, planning, implementing, evaluating care which may be complex, sensitive and unpredictable with the support of senior nurse nurse specialist caseload holder

To Co-ordinate the delivery of care, application of clinical judgement in day-to-day changes in patients' needs and circumstances external to the individual, determining when to seek advice from senior clinical or management staff. This includes response to immediate crisis.

To undertake and to develop all nursing skills and competencies, updating as required for their role to enhance the skill mix of the nursing team ensuring that the ever-changing health needs of patients are met.

To maintain accurate records, which are confidential, contemporaneous, legible, and all care given to be documented. These records may be paper or IT based system and must be maintained as specified in the LWSW Policies, the relevant professional body guidelines and Government directives.

To provide clinical supervision to other staff and students.

Promoting and supporting people in their care and treatment to help them manage their own health and wellbeing, maximising independence and facilitating health promotion.

Depending on role you will be required to work within a defined geographical area undertaking specific clinical nursing duties to patients in a variety of settings such as their own homes, care homes, other community locations or clinic set

Provide clinical and managerial leadership to nursing and support staff in the absence of the team leader.

To work within the scope of the NMC professional code of practice. Moving across the organisation should the need arise, for example, in a pandemic situation.

Your role may require you to be a non-medical prescriber Nurse Prescriber taking responsibility for prescribing in line with Nurse Prescribing formulary and Plymouth Area Joint Formulary.

To work within Livewell Southwest policies.

Within the role you will be expected to work with more complex patients providing holistic evidence-based care, assessing, planning, implementing the treatment requirements of the practice population.

To work collaboratively and maintain key working relationships with managers, service heads and leads.

Establish and uphold proactive connections with stakeholders, including ICBs, NHS

Organisations, CHC, PCNs, Plymouth City Council, as well as private/voluntary sector St. Lukes.

Lead and participate in the management of enhanced assessments, rehabilitation programmes

Promoting and supporting people in their care and treatment to help them manage their own health and wellbeing, Maximise independence.

Share knowledge and skills and empower others.

Support the audit of patient outcomes.

Some services may need extra training to administer certain medications, such as intravenous medication, oxygen, or medicines under patient group directives.

Prevent hospital admission.

You may be required to undertake 7 days working, including bank holidays, this is subject to the terms and conditions set out in your contract of employment.

Be responsible for the planning, implementing, development, delivery and evaluation of care across community nursing teams/clinics.

To manage and prioritise a defined caseload and delegate where appropriate to the skill mix of the team.

As part of your role there may be a requirement / opportunity to undertake Treatment Escalation Plan (TEP) discussion, to achieve this you will be required to be competent in advanced communication, care planning and attended appropriate training to support competence.

To act as a role model for other staff and students demonstrating high standards of specialist practice and professional conduct.

Be responsible for providing and maintaining a learning environment and maximise opportunities for educational and development in the clinical area to enhance individual development and performance in the delivery of high standards. Acting as expert resource and assist in teaching knowledge and clinical skills for other health care professionals.

Take part in the process of clinical supervision and support clinical supervision and reflective practice for team members.

To develop strategies for continued professional development as Non-Medical Prescriber if relevant for role

Support recruitment and selection of new staff, which may include being part of an interview panel.

Act as mentor for new staff and students, including leading on a structured induction and training program for new members of staff.

Support the coordination of study leave, annual leave, and rotas to ensure the service is operationally covered. Where difficulties are identified in maintaining service provision that this is escalated to senior managers of the service in team managers absence.

Support the team manager in the supervision, line management, appraisals, mandatory training, standards and staff performance to work within the teams and supporting and investigating staff performance and absence.

Take responsibility for your own personal and professional development, maintain competence, knowledge and skills commensurate with the role.

Within your job role there will be clinical specific competencies which you may need to undertake to enhance your knowledge and skills in practice.

Integrate theory into practice.

Support staff to complete documentation within the agreed organisational timeframes.

In the absence of the service manager, be responsible for the day-to-day management (without direct supervision) of the team and patient care provided to the agreed local and professional standards.

To maintain effective verbal and written communication with the clinical team and to keep staff informed of changes to prescribing intervention or treatment provided to service-users.

To work in partnership with medical staff and service-users in the development and implementation of clinical management plans related to an individuals treatment and prescribing needs.

To establish and maintain good liaison with key stakeholders in the individuals care e.g. GP practices and other services in the area, including sharing prescribing information and rationale.

To demonstrate awareness of resources, providing cost effective and quality-controlled usage of products.

To have a working knowledge of statutory and non-statutory funding and the legislation guidance that underpins these funding streams, ensuring service users meet the eligibility criteria when advocating for/ utilising services on the service users behalf e.g. Care Act eligibility, Housing legislation etc

Be authorised signatory and signing off the supplies and expenses. These include off duty, staff overtime, annual leave, bank nurses and the procurement of supplies for the team.

Exercise a duty of care in relation to the use of the organisations equipment and resources in a cost-effective manner.

To be responsible for overseeing and monitoring and authorising of equipment and ensuring maintenance and repair.

Track stock levels and ensure the supply levels are sufficient to meet the demands of the service.

Maintain effective working relationships with multidisciplinary team and deliver a cost-effective quality service to patient/carers within a defined geographical area.

To contribute to resource governance through knowledge and appropriate prescribing decisions.

The post holder may be required to use a computer, mobile phone or lone working device and will be required to adhere to Livewell Southwest policies regards their use.

Compliance will be monitored through observation, spot checks and through incident management in line with the Organisations Incident reporting and Investigation policy.

The post holder will be expected to oversee the standard of patients records by audit or peer review and have a regular open discussion with team members.

Support the team manager in the recording of accurate clinical activity data.

To be responsible for maintaining lone working information for identified staff group and monitoring staff adherence to lone working policy and use of devices.

Ensure accurate records of FP10 prescription use maintained in accordance with organisational Medicines Policy.

Person Specification

Specific Skills

Essential

• Good time management
• Autonomous practitioner with the ability to work unsupervised.
• Ability to assess and treat patients using evidence-based practice.
• Ability to work alongside clinicians to support and enhance quality of patient care.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in Leadership, co-ordination and management skills.
• Delegation skills.
• IT Literate.
• Highly motivated with ability to influence and inspire others.
• Ability to act as a champion for patients and carers and their
• interests, ensuring the patients voice has an impact on service developments.

Desirable

• Flexible/Adaptable
• /Team player
• Evidence of using initiative to put innovation into practice.

Qualifications

Essential

• 1st Level Nurse Registration
• (degree or diploma)
• NMC Registration
• Current Registered Nurse with a relevant registered experience.
• Experience of mentoring.

Desirable

• Recognised teaching qualification mentorship or equivalent.
• Leadership experience/qualifications
• NMP prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake.
• DNSPQ Qualification
• Specialist Nurse
• modules

Knowledge

Essential

• Up to date knowledge of current practice within the area specified in job purpose
• Knowledge of national and local frameworks and strategies
• Ability to translate best practice evidence and national policies in practice.
• Background and development knowledge of Government Policies and changes in Primary Care.
• Understanding of NICE guidance.
• The post holder will have experience undertaking Incident Investigations.

Desirable

• Evidence of continued recent academic and
• clinical development
• Knowledge of service development
• Previous primary care / community experience.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Familiar and committed to the principles and values of the NHS.
• Demonstrate commitment to focus on quality, promotes high standards to consistently improve patient outcomes.
• Creates and fosters a culture of openness, honesty, integrity and inclusiveness.
• Ability to work flexibly, demonstrating commitment to partnership working.
• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.

Desirable

• Values and diversity difference.

Experience

Essential

• Relevant post registered experience
• Able to demonstrate Clinical Management skills appropriate to the role.
• Proven relevant experience of Leadership.
• Experience in leading and development of new pathways of care and delivering best practice
• Experience in managing sensitive issues and overcoming obstacles in communication.

Desirable

• Experience and working knowledge of community setting desirable.
• Management/Leadership
• qualification
• Experience of influencing change in the workplace.

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

200 Mount Gould Road

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7PY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Developmental post Band 5 Mental health practitioner initially.

The postholder is responsible for supporting the emotional, psychological and social wellbeing of children and young people - early intervention. Enabling cultural change in the way first contact services can support children and young people with mental health problems. In line with 2015 Future in Mind strategic vision for CAMHS the post holder will actively promote resilience, prevention and early intervention to children and young people in the community.

This developmental post will involve competencies which will need to be completed within 2 years dependent on current experience and will be assessed through various methods including feedback, self-directed assessment, direct observation and throughout line management. If not achieved within the specified timeframe will not be able to progress onto the band 6.

The post holder will work as the named Early Help liaison practitioner within the locality. The postholder will directly link with other services, families, professionals and schools supporting with potential requests for involvement into CAMHS promoting emotional, health and wellbeing as part of the whole school approach.

The post holder will offer consultation about identified young people to the referrer, network or directly to the child, young person and their family. The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination of further assessment, targeted intervention or group that would meet the needs of the child or young person.

The post holder will co-ordinate training to community professionals and schools to meet the specific needs of each setting or school and co-facilitate training when appropriate.

2) Briefly describe the main duties of the role -Key responsibilities and tasks

To work as the identified Early Help Liaison practitioner to deliver consultation, advice and signposting to community services and schools working with children and young people who may present with emerging mental health difficulties.

Co-ordination and implementation of evidence based targeted interventions in a timely manner, in collaboration with the other clinicians in the early help pathway.

To ensure that children and young people access timely assessments and the appropriate targeted interventions.

Organisation and delivery of groups based within the school and community setting on a needs led approach. To support the delivery of evidence based programmes for children and young people with mental health issues.

Take a lead in representing CAMHS in multi-agency meetings such as EHAT, SEND meetings or child protection meetings to co-ordinate and have oversight of mental health element of a multi-agency plan around a child.

To function as a member of the locality facing CAMHS early help pathway taking appropriate responsibility for the implementation of decisions made by the team.

Ensure planned interventions are implemented effectively and evaluated using Routine Outcome Monitoring (ROMS)

Participate in the delivery of training programmes for schools and community services from a portfolio of available CAMHS training

Maintain standards of care to highest level within available resources.

To actively participate in line management with senior and junior members of staff.

To liaise effectively with the other CAMHS community teams across the city.

To develop and maintain relationships with providers statutory and non-statutory.

To maintain confidentiality in respect of the young people at all times.

Communicate clearly with children and young people, their families and all other health professional groups about their health problems.

Actively participate in clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives, e.g. clinical audit, essence of care or clinical policy development.

Ensure that children and young people are encouraged to play a part in decision making about the help they need and how they can access specific interventions. This is to promote person-centred planning.

Contribute to the provision of the advice line, providing advice, support, signposting and resources.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Core qualification in any Mental health modality such as Nursing / Social Worker / Psychology with experience of working with children & young people in mental health.
• Appropriate Registration relevant to professional qualification i.e. NMC, HCPC

Desirable

• Post graduate training qualification in methods of working with children with mental health problems, e.g. counselling, systemic practice or post grad diploma in child and adolescent mental health.
• Clinical supervisor & assessor training to support students on placements or be willing to undertake this training as part of the role.

Knowledge

Essential

• Mental Health presentations and evidenced based interventions to support this.
• Confidentiality
• Safeguarding Children

Desirable

• Team work
• Ethical issues in relation to Mental Health
• System one trained

Skills

Essential

• Mental Health and Risk assessment, , evaluation and intervention skills
• Good organizational skills and be able to prioritise caseload in a timely manner.
• Well developed communication skills both oral and written
• Ability to use IT effectively
• Commitment to anti-oppressive practice
• Ability to work in partnership and in collaboration with others, both in and out of own agency/professional background.
• Commitment to own learning and professional development.
• Evidence of excellent communication skills with children and young people
• Team Work Skills
• Administration Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Supervision of Junior Staff
• Responsible and self motivated
• Able to manage own stress
• Flexible & reliable
• Empathetic

Desirable

• Group Interaction Skills
• Change Management Skills
• Ability to recognise and support stress in others
• Mentorship or equivalent

Additional requirements

Essential

• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.
• Ability to work flexibly (hours of work and duties) both as an individual and with other colleagues in LSW and with partner agencies.
• Able to undertake the demands of the post with reasonable adjustments where required.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of post-registration working with children/young people who have experienced mental health and psychological well-being difficulties.
• Knowledge and understanding of difficulties that can impact their own mental health i.e attachment, trauma, parental mental health
• Awareness and knowledge of undertaken assessments along with the processes involved including risk management.
• Maintaining own safety in Community settings by working within relevant policy and be willing to complete training necessary for their role.
• Experience of effective working with families of different cultural backgrounds.
• Knowledge/Experience of working within multi-agency safeguarding systems e.g. child protection conferences, child in need meetings
• Be able to manage your own caseload and time management effectively.

Desirable

• Experience in wide range of settings
• Post registration experience
• Evidence of working with children and young people delivering interventions.

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

200 Mount Gould Road

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7PY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position.

Please note, we cannot offer a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.If you currently require a visa to work in the UK, there must be a minimum of 14 months remaining until the expiry date. If you do not disclose your expiry date within your application, it may not be considered. Please only provide the expiry date and not your share code within your application.

If you refer to qualifications or employment within your supporting statement, that has not been included in your Qualifications, Training or Employment History, this information may be discounted.

Please use your 'Supporting Information' to demonstrate and provide evidence in how you meet the Person Specification below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 3 in administration, or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Numeracy and Literacy level 2 qualification or equivalent demonstrable skills.

Desirable

• Willingness to undertake training required for the role.

Skills, Knowledge, Experience

Essential

• Range of IT skills including electronic communication, text processing, spread sheets and data bases
• Able to communicate calmly and professionally with patients/ clients/visitors/others who may demonstrate challenging behaviour.
• Administration experience relevant to the role
• Diary Management
• A range of administrative processes (typing, minute taking, photocopying, scanning etc)
• Ability to collate and produce data/information in a reader friendly way

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

Sirona care & health CIC

Address

New Friends Hall

Heath House Lane, Stapleton

Bristol

BS16 1EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise.
• Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
• FRCR or equivalent

Desirable

• MD or PhD or equivalent

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Clinical experience

Essential

• Ability to work as an independent practitioner in trauma imaging, acute CT and musculoskeletal imaging.
• Possess broad clinical experience in emergency and general CT, ultrasound and MRI.
• Subspecialty interest in Musculoskeletal imaging, with a career focus in these areas.

Desirable

• Post CCT fellowship in Musculoskeletal (MSK) imaging.
• MSK interventional skills.

Teaching and training

Essential

• Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels

Management and Administration

Essential

• Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management

Clinical governance and audit

Essential

• Experience in performing clinical audit

Desirable

• Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project

Personal attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see below)
• Good oral and written communication skills
• The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
• Proficient IT skills.

Research

Essential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate

Desirable

• Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
• Ideas for future research whilst in post.

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Hallamshire Hospital

Glossop Road

Sheffield

S10 2JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practice
• Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
• FRCR or equivalent

Desirable

• MD or PhD or equivalent

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Clinical experience

Essential

• Ability to work as an independent practitioner having completed a minimum of 5 years training in clinical radiology.
• Completion of subspecialty training in cardiac and thoracic imaging with expertise in performing and independent reporting all aspects of general cardiothoracic CT and cardiac MRI reporting to the level expected in a tertiary level center.
• The ability to independently undertake general CT work and ultrasound to support the workload of the department and on call

Desirable

• Fellowship in advanced cardiothoracic radiology
• MSK interventional skills.

Teaching and training

Essential

• Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels

Management and Administration

Essential

• Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management

Clinical governance and audit

Essential

• Experience in performing clinical audit

Desirable

• Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project

Personal attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see below)
• Good oral and written communication skills
• The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
• Proficient IT skills.

Research

Essential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate

Desirable

• Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
• Ideas for future research whilst in post.

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Hallamshire Hospital

Glossop Road

Sheffield

S10 2JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.

Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.

How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 3 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English or equivalent qualification
• Administrative Qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of communicating within high-pressured environment with different stakeholders.
• Experience of having a varied task load and following operational policies.
• Working as part of a larger high-performing team
• Working in an autonomous role and following operational processes.
• Experience of having a varied task load and following operational policies.

Desirable

• Experience of working within a call centre environment (including shift work).
• Experience of working within an emergency service or the NHS.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Competent in keyboard skills.
• Use of information technology (such as Windows-based systems, databases and software applications including telephony).
• Excellent communication skills (listening, verbal and written).
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to deal with a varied workload that will be delegated on a shift-by-shift basis.

Personal Qualities, Abilities and Attributes

Essential

• High standards of professionalism.
• Able to work under pressure from the role, including time, pace, and demand.
• Be able to manage own performance and identify improvements where needed.
• Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Able to respond positively to feedback to improve the personal service they are providing.
• Remain calm under pressure.
• The ability to record information accurately.
• Good time management.
• Uphold the Trust Core Values
• Maintain confidentiality and be able to manage highly sensitive information

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

East of England Ambulance Service

Address

Bedford

EEAST, Hammond Road

Bedford

MK41 0RG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Finance, service development, governance

• In conjunction with the highly specialist renal & transplant pharmacists provide and develop a specialist pharmaceutical service to the Renal & Transplant specialty within the Trust.
• Attend speciality meetings and meetings with Specialty and Divisional management teams as required and produce reports on activity as directed.
• Advise on strategies to ensure cost-effective use of resources and be involved with achieving CIP targets. Provide feedback regarding this to prescribers.
• Support achieving general pharmacy and appropriate specialist CQUIN targets.
• To support the highly specialist renal & transplant pharmacists to help progress the pharmacoeconomics element of the service.
• Record and investigate incidents in line with Trust procedures.
• Record clinical Pharmacy activity in line with departmental procedures.
• Audit and risk manage selected areas of practice to promote continuous quality improvement as required by the Division, Pharmacy department or the Trust.

Clinical

• Clinically screen prescriptions to ensure the safe, efficient, evidence-based and rational use of medicines in line with the Trust Formulary and departmental policies so that risks to patients are minimised.
• Challenge inappropriate prescribing and escalate as appropriate.
• Support and promote antimicrobial stewardship
• Be the named pharmacy contact for the clinical screening of homecare prescriptions for renal & transplant outpatients.
• Ensure that an accurate medication history and a full medicines reconciliation (in line with Trust policy) is completed for all patients seen as part of a clinical pharmacy service to allocated inpatient ward(s).
• Provide advice and information to patients/carers to ensure compliance with complex treatment regimens including immune suppression and renal replacement therapies
• To lead on medication reviews to patients undergoing renal replacement therapy at satellite units
• Provide accurate medicines information to other healthcare professionals and patients.
• Provide support and implement the self-medication policy for patients able to manage their medications in this manner.
• Deliver effective management of patient's medication to ensure timely and seamless discharge of patients. Communicate effectively with healthcare colleagues in Primary care when necessary, as part of this process.
• Maintain medicines management systems in conjunction with patients/carers, ward staff and pharmacy staff.
• Provide professional supervision to Patients Services on a sessional basis including being the responsible pharmacist when required.

Education & Training

• Contribute to the training of pharmacy undergraduates, medical students, pre-registration pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and medical and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Train other pharmacists to provide cover to the renal & transplant service when needed.
• Support the development and training of trainee pharmacists as needed.
• Keep up to date with developments in pharmacy to maintain a high level of professional knowledge and competence. Attend study days and courses as necessary for the development of the service and the individual.
• Maintain a record of CPD in line with GPhC requirements.

Leadership & Management

• Represent specialist pharmaceutical interests in multidisciplinary meetings within the Trust and in the wider local health economy, sharing knowledge and experience with other neurosciences pharmacists at a local and national level.
• Act as a role model for less experienced pharmacists and promote best practice.
• Supervise medicines management technicians and/or other dedicated pharmacy staff.
• Responsible for conducting appraisals, one to one meetings and sickness absence interviews for staff under your line management.

Other

• Provide professional supervision to Patients Services on a sessional basis including being the responsible pharmacist when required.
• Participate in the pharmacy weekend, bank holiday and late duty service.
• Participate in the pharmacy emergency duty on-call rota if required.