Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for using My Medical Records to monitor and book surveillance for Hepatology patients. Please refer to the job description and P/S for further details

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• NVQ or apprenticeship Level 3 in Health
• Numeracy skills and Literacy skills at level 2 (or equivalent).
• Proficient in use of Hospital systems
• Proven experience in a caring role.
• Understanding of acute hospital environment and the role of SHCA
• Previous experience of working with the general public.
• Ability to communicate with wide range of people.
• Ability to work under own initiative and prioritise workload
• Ability to adjust to pressures of job.
• Willingness to undertake further training
• Strong interest in digital/IT
• Experience of dealing with non-routine and complex problems, able to progress chase
• Interest in new ways of working and supporting clinical teams during periods of change
• Be able to take instruction / directions.
• Aware of personal limitations.
• Flexibility and adaptable to shift/work patterns.

Desirable

• Experienced and competent in additional clinical skills, as per job description
• Previous HCA experience.
• Experience working with diverse audiences (e.g. volunteers, patients and/or community groups).

Trust values

Essential

• Patient First
• Working Together
• Always Improving

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job description that clearly states all the requirements needed to carry out this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent recognised medical qualification.
• Full medical registration with a license to practice.
• Obtain Section 12(2) MHA and will be expected to renew this approval according to agreed procedures. If any doctor is not section 12 approved, a discussion will occur between the appointed doctor and the Associate Medical Director for Research & Development.

Desirable

• MRCPsych or equivalent
• Relevant higher degree, e.g. MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications
• Management qualification or evidence of an interest in developing leadership skills.

Eligibiltiy

Essential

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.

Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of legislation, Department of Health Guidance and literature and its implications for clinical practice.
• Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
• Ability to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty
• Make decisions based on evidence and experience, including the contribution of others
• Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA
• Experience working with various patient groups presenting with the full range of clinical severity across different care settings, including community, inpatient, and specialist teams.
• Knowledge of psychiatric provision

Desirable

• Specific training qualification/certificate or attendance on a recognised teaching course.
• Published audit or research projects

Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning

Essential

• Ability to take a clinical leadership role in a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high-quality care.
• Ability to appraise own performance as a Speciality Doctor and reflect on development needs

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Berkeley House

11-13 Ockford Road

Godalming

GU7 1QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clean and prepare ward food trolleys for meal service.

Deliver food service trolley to wards.

Prepare and deliver ward stores and supplies to wards and departments.

Reporting details of faults and failures of electrical equipment or fabric of the building to Team Leader or Ward Manager.

Responsible for the completion of records or log sheets and personal signing in/out sheets.

Complete all working schedules and any other relevant paperwork accurately within given timelines where applicable.

The post holder will follow all guidance and procedures relating to Healthcare Associated Infection to ensure their safety and that of others, to prevent the spread of infection.

Work together with Department in Performance and Development Reviews.

Work together with Policies and Procedures of NHS Portsmouth and the Department.

It is possible that on occasion the postholder may be asked to work in other areas of the facilities service. This is not expected to be on a frequent or regular basis and would only take place after appropriate training and support was given.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• After reading the attached job description please advise what skills and experience you have for this role.

Qualifications

Essential

• No formal qualifications are necessary, as the post holder will be given the necessary training to undertake the relevant aspects of the job.

Desirable

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Have the ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative.
• Possess good communication skills, including non-verbal communication skills.
• Ability to respond constructively to unpredictable situations.
• Be calm, focused and able to cope with work under pressure.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Equans Working with Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Address

Queen Alexandra Hospital

Southwick Hill Road

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO6 3LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Medical Secretary / Referral Administrator is responsible for providing administrative and secretarial support to clinicians while ensuring patients receive timely and appropriate access to secondary care services. The role involves processing referrals, managing clinical correspondence, maintaining accurate patient records, and acting as a key point of contact between patients, GPs, hospitals, and other healthcare providers.

The post holder will manage referrals through NHS systems, support patients with referral enquiries, and undertake a range of medical secretarial duties including handling correspondence, actioning clinical tasks, and maintaining confidentiality at all times. Strong organisational, communication, and IT skills are essential, along with the ability to work effectively in a busy healthcare environment.

Previous administrative or healthcare experience is required, with NHS, General Practice, e-Referral Service (e-RS), and SystmOne experience desirable. The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, compassion, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and service improvement.

The role may require working across the four sites of ACF Medical Group to support operational needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional and compassionate approach to patient care.
• Adaptable and flexible in a busy environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Pass a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.

Desirable

• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and respect.
• Place patients at the centre of everything they do.
• Work collaboratively across all three practices.
• Contribute positively to team objectives and service improvement.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in an administrative, secretarial, or healthcare setting.
• Experience of working with confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in General Practice or the NHS.
• Knowledge of NHS e-Referral Service (e-RS).
• Experience using clinical systems such as SystmOne.
• Medical terminology knowledge.
• Understanding of NHS referral pathways and cancer referral 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

ACF Medical Group

Address

Fitzalan Medical Group

Fitzalan Road

Littlehampton

West Sussex

BN17 5JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

In this role, your key responsibilities will include.

• To manage the staff and resource of a section within the laboratory.

• To deliver a high-quality service that meets the needs of the patients and service users.

• To manage training and education of all grades of staff within the section. To liaise with other healthcare professionals to develop and maximise the effectiveness of the service.

• To deputise for the Operations Manager as required.

In the role you will be expected to have the ability to:

• Work closely and collaboratively with the Clinical Scientist development team for the delivery of specialist in-house molecular repertoire of diagnostic tests.

• Have good written and verbal communication skills to foster key working relationships with consultant colleagues, laboratory team, external service users, agencies and suppliers

• To be flexible and manage competing priorities as part of a cohesive team player and leading through periods of change.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Relevant MSc, Higher Specialist Certificate (IBMS) or equivalent
• HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Significant, demonstrable, postgraduate practical, technical and theoretical experience in relevant clinical laboratory discipline
• In depth working knowledge and competency in laboratory bench areas, as appropriate
• Thorough knowledge of Laboratory Health and Safety arrangements
• In depth working knowledge and competency in laboratory bench areas, as appropriate
• Sound knowledge of common IT programme and excellent keyboard and IT skills
• Experience of interviewing and recruiting staff
• Ability to initiate changes in procedures or policies to induce service development
• Evidence of using technical experience to assess new and existing systems and processes to initiate change in laboratory practice
• Must be able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, negotiate with senior stakeholders on difficult and controversial issues, and present complex and sensitive information to large and influential group

Desirable

• Management Training
• Chartered Scientist
• Member of Professional Body
• Ability to perform technically advanced procedures as applicable
• An understanding of quality assurance procedures
• Experience of working in different laboratories
• Experience of project principles techniques and tools such as Prince 2 and Managing Successful Projects

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 Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 5YA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information about this exciting opportunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Other professional qualification or degree e.g., in medical education, clinical research or management.

Entry Criteria

Essential

• Full Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council.
• Attendance at ALS, ALERT or equivalent at time of application (Desirable ATLS - Royal College of Surgeons, Paediatric Advance Life Support - Resuscitation Council UK)
• At least two years of experience in Critical Care or a recognised equivalent training or the doctor must be able to demonstrate achievement of the necessary equivalent competencies.

Desirable

• Have completed at least four years (full time or equivalent) of postgraduate training. (Desirable - Minimum 1 year previous NHS experience)

Professional Values & Behaviours, Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Meets the criteria set out in the Specialist generic capabilities framework

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 Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn

Gayton Road

King's Lynn

PE30 4ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Discharge Officer, youll be at the heart of our patient flow and discharge process supporting patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to ensure every discharge is safe, timely, and well-coordinated.

Youll manage a caseload of patients across designated wards, working in partnership with clinical and community teams to help patients transition smoothly from hospital to home or ongoing care. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to patient experience and service efficiency every single day.

Coordinate and support the safe discharge of patients from the point of admission, ensuring plans are realistic, proactive, and person-centred.

Work closely with nurses, doctors, therapists, social workers, and community partners to ensure discharge plans are communicated, documented, and delivered on time.

Monitor and update patient discharge information on the hospitals digital systems (UHS Apps), escalating any issues or delays to the appropriate teams.

Liaise with care agencies, care homes, and social services to arrange assessments, confirm placements, and restart care packages.

Act as an advocate for patients and their families, providing clear discharge information and ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making.

Were looking for someone who is organised, compassionate, and confident communicating across multiple teams. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:

Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritise a busy workload and meet deadlines.

Excellent communication and teamwork, with the confidence to liaise effectively with staff at all levels and external partners.

Experience in an administrative or patient-facing role, ideally within a hospital or healthcare setting.

Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and hospital systems.

A proactive and empathetic approach to supporting patients and their families during their hospital stay.

Youll work as part of a rota, which includes weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays as eRostered.

The role is based at Southampton General Hospital.

Full training and ongoing support will be provided, with opportunities to develop your knowledge at UHS.

This post is subject to standard NHS employment checks, including references and right-to-work verification.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Good standard of secondary education with literacy and numeracy skills demonstrable to GSCE grade C or equivalent standard
• NVQ 3 Qualification or relevant equivalent experience
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Experience working in an administrative capacity in a customer focused environment
• Proven ability to work to deadlines, prioritise and multitask.

Desirable

• Courses / further study attended to demonstrate evidence of personal development
• Diploma level qualification or equivalent experience
• RSA 2 word processing/typing or equivalent experience
• Proficient in the use of all electronic patient record systems
• Previous experience in a clinical support role or patient services administrative role.
• Understanding of patient flow and the discharge planning process.

Values and behaviours

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

COO Intg Discharge Bureau

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

In this role, your key responsibilities will include

1. Provide 2nd line support for all assigned systems, including fault finding, diagnosis and resolution of complex issues. This could include making edits to database records and configuration files, and reporting issues to software development teams.

2. Make configuration changes or data corrections within assigned systems as required.

3. Ensure that calls that are referred onto 3rdparty suppliers for a resolution are monitored and have progress updates until resolution.

4. Process and resolve user service requests for relevant systems.

5. Grant users access to assigned systems, in line with current policies and procedures.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Level 4 NVQ or Diploma or equivalent experience
• Understanding of what it means to deliver good customer service
• Good all-round understanding of information technology
• Proficient MS Office user (up to and including M365)
• Experience with troubleshooting and solving problems
• Knowledge and understanding of the importance of data protection
• Experience of collaborating or working in a team

Desirable

• Previous experience as a user of complex digital systems
• Recognised IT qualification
• Knowledge of hospital patient flows
• Relevant experience of database administration / maintenance
• Basic knowledge of SQL
• Basic knowledge of any programming language(s)
• Previous experience of working in an IT Support service

Values and behaviours

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

What You'll Do

As a Trainee Advanced Practitioner, you will progressively develop and demonstrate capabilities across the four pillars of advanced practice as described within the NHS England Multi-professional Framework for Advanced Practice in England (2025):

You will develop the capability to work autonomously while remaining an integral member of the wider cardiology team, assessing, investigating, diagnosing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients throughout their inpatient journey.

Clinical Practice

Develop advanced clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning and decision-making skills.

Undertake comprehensive patient assessments and contribute to the investigation, diagnosis and management of patients with acute and chronic cardiology conditions.

Deliver safe, evidence-based care within agreed clinical pathways, protocols and governance frameworks.

Work towards autonomous practice whilst receiving appropriate clinical supervision and support.

Leadership and Management

Contribute to the development, improvement and transformation of cardiology services.

Demonstrate effective leadership within the multidisciplinary team.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and service evaluation projects that enhance patient outcomes and experience.

Education

Support the learning and development of colleagues and students within the clinical environment.

Engage in ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

Share knowledge and promote best practice across professional groups.

Research

Critically appraise evidence and apply research findings to clinical practice.

Participate in audit, service evaluation and research activities within the specialty.

Contribute to the development of evidence-based practice and innovation within cardiology services.

With increasing autonomy throughout the training programme, you will become a key member of the cardiology team, developing the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required for advanced level practice.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable and highly motivated clinician with excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.

To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

Current professional registration with an appropriate healthcare regulatory body.

Significant post-registration clinical experience, ideally within Cardiology, acute medicine, critical care or another relevant specialty.

Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to lifelong learning.

The ability to work effectively within a busy and evolving clinical environment.

Strong clinical reasoning, decision-making and problem-solving skills.

A commitment to developing advanced practice capabilities and undertaking Master's level study.

As a Trainee Advanced Practitioner, you will be expected to work towards achieving the capabilities outlined within the NHS England Multi-professional Framework for Advanced Practice in England (2025) across the four pillars of:

Clinical Practice

Leadership and Management

Education

Research

This is a developmental training post in which the successful candidate will deliver advanced-level care under the supervision of experienced Advanced Practitioners and designated medical supervisors, whilst undertaking a recognised MSc in Advanced Practice.

The post holder will develop the knowledge, skills and professional capabilities required to provide expert clinical management and care for patients within Cardiology. Throughout the programme, you will complete an advanced practice portfolio evidencing achievement of the NHS England advanced practice capabilities and specialty-specific competencies.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the NHS England Centre for Advancing Practice guidance, including Readiness for Advanced Practice: A Guide for Aspiring and Trainee Advanced Practitioners, prior to application.

The Cardiology Advanced Practitioner ward team provides a seven-day service, working between 07:30 and 20:30, delivering a hybrid model of care alongside the medical team to support cardiology inpatients across their hospital stay.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register
• Completion of Healthcare Degree (or equivalent - Minimum 120 credits at L6 or evidence of Masters level study)
• Committed and eligible for participation in and completion of MSc in area of speciality
• Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or the ability to Provide evidence of: oSupporting a range of learners in practice oSupporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
• Basic keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Significant Post Registration experience within chosen specialty
• Coaching/leadership experience

Desirable

• Completion of HTPA Competencies
• Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
• ILS trained
• Registered on MSc Pathway as an experienced practitioner
• Further study at Level 7 within relevant pathway
• Leadership qualification (RCN, LDC, Edward Jenner, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan)
• Maths and English Level 2 or have recognised equivalence from the ENIC process

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

CAR Cardiac Chest Pain

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

What youll do.

To work as an independent Practitioner under the supervision of the Senior Nurse Practitioner / Nurse Case Manager or Designated Medical Practitioner (DMP)

This role involves undertaking competency-based patient assessment and examination in order to formulate a management plan for specific groups of patients admitted to UHS for surgical and cardiology pre-operative assessment.

The cardiac pre-assessment nurse is expected to undertake all preparatory work prior to the patient undergoing surgical and cardiology intervention which may include consent, request of any further investigations and to highlight any potential complications to the Senior Nurse Practitioner / Nurse case manager or relevant medical colleague.

The post holder will ideally have experience of supporting patients with Cardiovascular & Thoracic disease within primary or secondary care.

They will need to be adaptable and flexible and work in varied environments across organisational boundaries. You will require a flexible approach to working patterns and will be required to work to a rota and completed of all Nurse Practitioner competencies including History Taking and Physical Examination.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

Person Specification

Qualifications / training required

Essential

• Registered Nurse on relevant part of the NMC register
• Evidence of on-going personal development.
• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Evidence of supporting learners in practice
• Basic keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• History taking and Physical Assessment experience / course and competencies

Desirable

• Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnosis course
• Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
• Advanced Communication course
• Management Experience / Course

Previous or relevant experience necessary

Essential

• Significant post registration experience within a surgical setting.

Desirable

• Evidence of clinical leadership and managerial ability

Special requirements of the post

Essential

• Ability to work flexible hours and fulfil service requirements

Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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 Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

CAR - Specialist Nurses

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• A commitment to viewing behaviour in mental health as meaningful & understandable.
• Reframing problems or challenges as creative opportunities or possibilities to experiment with innovative ideas.
• A desire to enable people with mental health conditions to live healthy lives, which will include access to valued roles, fostering meaningful relationships and having opportunities to maintain skills & showcase strengths.
• Being prepared to act as a person-centred role model to inspire staff teams to offer compassionate & dignified care to people with mental health conditions.
• A strong commitment to a learning culture where reflection, training & supervision are used to develop self-awareness, improve clinical outcomes & develop team functioning.
• A belief in learning from experts by experience: valuing the perspectives offered by the person with a mental health condition, family, & carers.
• Valuing tact, integrity & diplomacy when providing sensitive feedback or handling emotionally charged situations.

Please refer the job description for full details

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Mental Health or psychology undergrad or similar/NVQ3; experience delivering care in mental health

Desirable

• Experience working/delivering AHP interventions alongside AHP
• Experience facilitating groups

Driving

Essential

• Driver's license for UK and access to car/motorbike

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Based in Leatherhead with travel across Mole Valley and Elmbridge

18 MBP, Station Road, Leatherhead, KT22 7EF

Leatherhead

KT22 7EF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by Lead Nurse and GPs. Advising and escalating any potential problems, issues, or errors in a timely manner.

Undertake chronic disease management including monitoring progress and response to treatment, identifying where changes to medication may be necessary and seeking senior support to implement, processing referrals where required, working to reduce unnecessary hospital admissions, and promoting the preventative aspects of nursing practice. Chronic diseases include but are not limited to:

o Asthma

o Diabetes

o COPD

Once trained and competent work within your scope of practice, undertake womens health management including but not limited to;

o Cervical Cytology

o Contraception including reviews, depo injection, pill checks and coil removal (where the practice is registered to provide this regulated activity).

o HRT reviews

Work to recognise changes in a patients condition and take appropriate action.

Undertake wound and ulcer care including suture/clip removal, dressings, and assessment to include doppler studies.

Undertake diagnostics tests including but not limited to:

o Urinalysis.

o Taking swab samples.

o Request pathology tests, for example urine culture.

o ECG and BP testing including 24hr ambulatory blood pressure monitoring.

o Pulse rate and rhythm.

o Venepuncture

o Blood Glucose monitoring.

o Weight management including BMI.

o Height measurement.

o Peak flow readings.

o Spirometry (where ARTP registered).

Administer adult and child immunisations, vaccinations and injections including travel vaccines, under a recognised legal framework.

Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs.

Chaperone patients to their healthcare appointments when requested.

Assist with minor surgery and invasive procedures when required, this includes but is not limited to:

o Coil insertions

o Joint injections

o Minor surgical procedures

Monitor and maintain stock of vaccinations, emergency drugs and wound dressings, keeping accurate records and ordering low stock items when required.

Ensure appropriate health promotion literature is available.

Maintain clinical equipment efficiently and ensure servicing/calibration is undertaken, updating the calibration records as necessary.

Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care in line with infection prevention and control guidance.

Undertake housekeeping duties including, general tidiness and cleanliness of equipment, nursing rooms and treatment rooms ensuring room and equipment logs are kept up to date and available for auditing upon request.

Attend and participate in any MDT and practice meetings when required.

Ensure practice fridges are checked daily, temperature recorded, cold chain maintained and reporting any issues where relevant.

Keep up to date with any changes or advances within the Nursing profession, completing annual competency reviews and necessary training.

Communicate effectively, sensitively, and compassionately with colleagues, patients, carers recognising needs for alternative methods of communication.

Liaise and communicate with multi-agency partners and third-party organisations as appropriate, adhering to organisational and national information, sharing guidance at all times.

Administration

Accurately input, update and extract information onto/from the Practice clinical system when required.

Record patient information clearly and concisely, adhering to national and local guidance.

Liaise with and feedback effectively to the nursing team and other members of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT).

Infection Control

Support the Infection, Prevention and Control lead through the following measures:

Follow procedures aimed at reducing the risk of passing on the organisms that can cause infections.

Demonstrate a duty of care in following best practice in adherence to guidelines which is a fundamental requirement in underpinning the management of Infection, Prevention and Control.

Apply infection control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines. This includes:

o Dealing with blood and body fluid spillages

o Decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment

o Reporting and treatment of sharps injuries

o Segregation and disposal of waste materials

o The collection and handling of laboratory specimens

o Universal hand hygiene precautions

Monitor and change sharps bins within the practice when requested or identified.

Assist patients and colleagues in adopting recommended infection control measures and health and safety measures.

Effective cleaning and sterilisation of clinical equipment and working surfaces, preparing treatment/consulting rooms prior to use.

Support the Lead Nurse in the completion of relevant Infection, Prevention and Control audits.

Professional Registration

Work in accordance with Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct ensuring NMC registration is valid.

Ensure you comply with requirements for revalidation and maintain the knowledge and skills you need for safe practice.

Continue professional development (CPD) to supplement existing knowledge to aid further autonomy within the role.

Disseminate updates in current evidence to all in practice, particularly new learning from study.

Recognise and work within the limits of your competence and scope of practice.

Work with the wider multi-disciplinary team to deliver services in line with current best evidence, national and local guidelines.

Contribute to the development of policies, protocols and guidelines across the organisation, ensuring compliance.

Work collaboratively within the practice and with professional partners including secondary care, voluntary bodies and multi-agency organisations to streamline care pathways using a patient centred approach.

Safeguarding

The autonomous nature of this role may expose you to situations and circumstance which others do not see. As such it is your responsibility to ensure that all actual and potential safeguarding concerns are identified and acted upon in accordance with local and national guidance.

Miscellaneous

Support in the training and induction of new and junior members of staff at the practice.

Actively participate in educational programmes for whole primary health care team, including medical and nursing students and GP registrar, in relation to areas of clinical and practice nursing expertise.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good level of education including competent levels of numeracy and literacy.
• BSc Adult Nursing.
• Registered first level nurse.
• Evidence of continual professional development.
• Chaperone training
• Driving Licence and means of transport.

Desirable

• Chronic disease management qualification.
• Cytology screening qualification

Key Skills

Essential

• Ability to work independently following verbal or written instruction.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Observes good health and safety practices

Desirable

• Knowledge in clinical systems including EMIS and DOCMAN.

Experience

Essential

• Involvement in implementing and using protocols and clinical guidelines.
• Knowledge of the needs of patients with long term conditions.
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies.
• Aware of the accountability of own role and other roles in a nurse led service.
• Awareness of clinical governance issues in primary care.
• Knowledge of patient group directions and associated policy.
• Good understanding of Infection, Prevention and Control measures.

Desirable

• Experience working in a GP Surgery.
• Ability to identify determinants on health in the local area.
• Knowledge of public health issues in the local area.
• Awareness of local and national health policy.
• Awareness of issues within the wider health economy.

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

Invicta Health CIC

Address

Birchington Medical Centre

Minnis Road

Birchington

Kent

CT7 9HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the delivery of an efficient and high-quality pathology service within a busy laboratory environment.

Processing and analysing a range of pathological specimens under supervision and providing accurate and timely analytical data to support patient care.

Receiving, sorting, prioritising and preparing patient samples for testing, including identifying urgent specimens and ensuring accurate data entry into laboratory information systems.

Performing automated, semi-automated and manual laboratory investigations in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and quality requirements.

Contributing to quality management activities, maintaining Good Laboratory Practice, supporting audits, and assisting with the training of new and junior staff.

What we're looking for:A science-focused Foundation Degree or equivalent, IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 2 (or equivalent), or a Level 4 Degree Apprenticeship in Healthcare Science (or equivalent).

GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science.Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work accurately, prioritise workloads and maintain concentration in a busy laboratory environment.

Strong communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills, together with the ability to adapt, multitask and work effectively under pressure.

Additional informationPrevious laboratory experience and knowledge of hospital IT systems would be advantageous.

The role will require participation in flexible shift patterns to support a 24/7 pathology service and will involve working across multiple pathology disciplines.

The post holder will be expected to maintain competency through ongoing training, professional development and mandatory training requirements.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• GCSE grade 4 and above (or equivalent) in Maths, English and Science
• Science focussed Foundation degree or equivalent Or IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 2 or equivalent Or Level 4-degree apprenticeship in healthcare science or equivalent

Desirable

• Previous knowledge of hospital IT systems
• Previous Laboratory experience

Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

PAT Haematology Routine

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the Job Description for further information about the duties and responsibilities of this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GPhC approved Pharmacy Technician course / recognised qualification
• Registration with the GPhC as a Pharmacy Technician
• Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) or equivalent
• Pharmacy Medicines Optimisation Training Programme or equivalent

Desirable

• Accreditation as an NVQ Assessor / Verifier
• Practice supervisor training or equivalent
• Membership of APTUK
• Membership of CMHP

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a registered pharmacy technician in a hospital or clinical setting
• Working as Accredited Checking Technician
• Experience of stock management, medicines storage, and controlled drugs handling
• Experience of completing medicines reconciliation
• Basic IT skills including operating a computer, mouse, printers and being able to work with Microsoft Outlook/ Word/ Powerpoint and other such software

Desirable

• Experience within mental health services or a community-based clinical team
• Working as an NVQ Assessor / Verifier
• Working as a Practice supervisor
• Working with JAC hospital pharmacy computer system

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Farnham Road Hospital

Farnham Road

Guildford

GU2 7LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the Job Description for further information about the duties and responsibilities of this role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration experience of mental health, community and hospital pharmacy
• Medicines optimisation in mental health services
• Managing patients prescribed high-risk medicines including clozapine and lithium
• Multidisciplinary mental health team working and making clinically appropriate interventions
• Audit, quality improvement and service development
• Leadership, supervision or professional support of other staff
• Provision of information to patients and carers
• Experienced in conducting medication reviews, making clinical prescribing recommendations and/or independent prescribing.

Desirable

• Working within a Home Treatment Team, crisis, or community mental health setting

Qualifications and Professional Registration

Essential

• Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council
• Degree in Pharmacy (MPharm or equivalent qualification)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent experience)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Psychiatric Therapeutics (essential or should be willing to complete within 2 years of joining Trust or equivalent qualification)
• Independent pharmacist prescriber (essential or willingness to obtain within an agreed timeframe)

Desirable

• Member of Royal College of Pharmacy
• Member of College of Mental Health Pharmacy

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Farnham Road Hospital

Farnham Road

Guildford

GU2 7LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description, in full for the details of the position and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualification/Experience

Essential

• Degree in administrative/management related subject or 2+ years' experience in a senior administrative/office manager role ideally within the NHS.

Desirable

• Qualification in leadership

Experience

Essential

• Experience providing a range of business support/management functions.
• Proficient in using Microsoft packages e.g. Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Experienced in the handling of complex enquiries from the public, people who use services and carers as well as the production, and delivery, of audience suitable reports and presentations.

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust HQ

18 Mole Business park

Leatherhead

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive understanding and full details of the responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description document. It contains all the necessary information and should provide you with a clear overview of what is expected.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised/accredited postgraduate level training in a psychological therapy as specified in one of the Appendices
• Professionally registered as specified in the same Appendix

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Substantial post-qualification/accreditation experience of specialist psychological therapy (assessment, formulation and treatment), as specified in the same Appendix, maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse
• A high level of competence in applying a psychological therapy to complex difficulties appropriate for this therapy with the client group, and a proven track record of delivering positive outcomes in this therapy
• Experience of offering teaching, training and supervision within a demanding organisational context
• A clear and theoretically informed approach to supervision
• Experience of representing psychological therapy within the context of multi-disciplinary care within a complex organisational context
• Significant experience of working with the particular client group served by the team/service
• Knowledge of guidance and legislation in relation to the client group
• A high-level specialist knowledge of the theory and practice of specialist psychological therapy as specified in the same appendix, as applied to the client group using this 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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Orchard House

East Sussex

BN7 1PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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