Job description

Job responsibilities

Enable pharmacy integration within Neighbourhood Health teams, improve access to medicines and local services, provide technical, governance and quality support, data,monitoringand reporting, stakeholder and communication support

See attachment for full job description and person specification

Person Specification

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Essential

• Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
• Knowledge of administrative procedures, project management or information analysis
• Advanced knowledge of IT systems including MS suite of packages and information systems relevant to role.

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of project principles
• Previously worked in similar position within the public sector

Communication Skills

Essential

• Interpersonal and oral/written communication skills in order to communicate complex information and administrative matters

Desirable

• Ability to pull together comprehensive draft reports, data and letter
• Negotiating, networking and persuasive skills

Analytical

Essential

• Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands

Desirable

• Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands

Planning Skills

Essential

• Skills for project management

Autonomy

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload with minimal supervision working to tight and often changing timescales

Management Skills

Essential

• Skills for managing aspects of projects ensuring they meet financial targets

Physical Skills

Essential

• Skills for manipulating information
• Advanced keyboard skills, use of a range of software

Equality and Diversity

Essential

• Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships

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

NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board

Address

County Hall/ Haylock House

Leicestershire/ Northamptonshire

NN15 6EY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the main responsibilities and requirements for this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Vocational Qualification/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of education, training or experience
• Holds National Care Certificate or equivalent level of education, training or experience (e.g. able to demonstrate the skill and competency to undertake the clinical duties as described in the job description)
• Holds Functional Skills Level 2 Maths and English or education equivalent

Desirable

• Specialty training in Endoscopy

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in as a Healthcare Assistant in a healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact
• Knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control and Safeguarding processes
• Experience of working in a healthcare team and patient settings
• Experience of dealing with patient/relative verbal complaints

Skills

Essential

• Good communication and listening skills (written and verbal)
• Able to work on own initiative, following direction/close supervision by a Registered Practitioner
• Able to work as a team
• Able to relate well with patients, relatives, visitors, colleagues, the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust colleagues
• Taking and recording Vital Signs and other clinical skills with evidence of appropriate training within scope of job role
• Able to carry out routine and non-routine duties/tasks
• Computer/keyboard skills for entering/updating patient records
• Able to meet the flexible needs of the role and duty roster

Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Passionate and committed to bring our Dedicated to Excellence values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality diversity and inclusion of our colleagues, patients and service users
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
• Engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
• Committed to delivering high standards of patient care
• Friendly, open, empathetic, and compassionate
• Professional outlook and positive attitude
• Professional role model to other colleagues

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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Shortlisting

Essential

• NVQ4 / AAT qualified or working towards these levels

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS finance

Shortlisting

Essential

• 1-2 years experience working in finance

Desirable

• Other knowledge and 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Dryland Block, St Marys Hospital

St Marys Hospital

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

WEAVERS MEDICAL

JOB DESCRIPTION

PARAMEDIC IN PRIMARY CARE

TitleParamedic in Primary Care

BandBand 6

Responsible toThe Partners

LocationWeavers Medical, Prospect House, Kettering

Hours per day7.5 hours per day (Full time) 37.5 hours per week

10.00am 6.00pm Monday - Friday

Contract TypePermanent

Main Purpose

To provide home visits for patients of Weavers Medical, for same days conditions and/or review/exacerbations of existing conditions.

To undertake all data recording ensuring all patient contacts are recorded in line with current protocols and guidance.

To work as part of an MDT to deliver care to patients.

To work under the clinical supervision of a GP at all times.

Key Tasks

Same Day Home Visits

a) To undertake on the day home visits patients home or care home as triaged and directed by the on call GP.

b- To work autonomously within the community utilising enhanced clinical assessment and treatment skills to deliver patient interventions for acute medical conditions.

c- To undertake baseline observations for all patients visited.

d- To evaluate clinical information from examination and history taking and initiate appropriate treatment and/or referral.

e- To liaise with the on call GP and request advice and support as required.

f- To signpost appropriately to other services in the identified healthcare pathway.

g- To treat, as appropriate and within the scope of practice.

h- To arrange admission to hospital in line with current protocols and advice from the on call GP.

i- To advise and support patients on healthy lifestyles, health promotion and disease prevention.

j- To ensure all patient contacts are added to the patient record on the same day the visit is undertaken, providing a full and accurate record of decision making and using ARDEN templates for recording the data.

Review/Exacerbations of existing conditions

a- To undertake planned review visits for patients with existing conditions or exacerbation of current illness.

b- To assess and treat patients as advised by the on call GP and according to QOF and/or NICE guidelines.

c- To ensure all patient contacts are added to the patient record on the same day the visit is undertaken, providing a full and accurate record of decision making and using ARDEN templates for recording the data.

Support of Regular Vaccination Programmes

a- To assist the clinical team with regular, planned vaccination programmes for housebound patients. Vaccinations may include: flu, COVID vaccination boosters, Shingles and pneumococcal.

Other Tasks

a) Any other duties as considered relevant to the post.

Professional development/special requirements of the post

Must hold a relevant degree or diploma in Paramedicine or equivalent experience.

Must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council HCPC.

Must have completed 2 year Consolidation of Learning period.

Must have a further 3 years post registration work experience at band 6 or higher.

Must have demonstrable experience of using diagnostic skills.

To have a full driving license.

To have access to a vehicle to be used for home visits.

Administration and Liaison

To ensure all communication media are checked during every duty period to facilitate good timely awareness and communication throughout the practice.

To report and write up any significant events or complaints and discuss with the practice manager and/or GP partner on duty.

To participate in clinical team meetings.

To participate Primary Health Care Team Meetings.

To maintain effective liaison with all other disciplines in the practice with relevant regard to confidentiality.

Health & safety

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy, the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and keeping them free from hazards.
• Actively reporting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised.
• Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role.
• Undertaking periodic infection control training minimum annually.
• Reporting potential risks identified.

Equality and diversity

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
• Behaving in a manner that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional development

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include

• Participation in an annual individual performance review.
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning, and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others.

Quality

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will:

• Communicate effectively with other team members.
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers.
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Most instruction and communication of activity will be via the practice manager.

Contribution to the implementation of services

The post-holder will

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance.
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect their own work.
• Participate in audit where appropriate.

Confidentiality

• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must have acceptable GCSEs or higher including Grade C or above
• (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council
• (HCPC).
• Must hold a relevant degree or diploma in Paramedicine or
• equivalent experience.

Experience

Essential

• Must have completed 2 year Consolidation of Learning period.
• Must have a further 3 years post registration work experience at
• band 6 or higher.
• Must have demonstrable experience of using diagnostic skills.

Driving - Transport

Essential

• Must have a full driving license.
• Must have access to a vehicle to be used for home visits.

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

Weavers Medical

Address

Prospect House

121 Lower Street

Kettering

Northants

NN16 8DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Please note that this position is based within a clinical setting. Should your application be successful, you will be required to attend a face-to-face interview.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hon) Audiology or Equivalent (BAAT Part1+2)
• Registered to practice as an Audiologist/ Clinical Scientist with either Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or Academy of Healthcare Science (AHCS)
• Evidence of CPD

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive experience in the field of Paediatric Audiology
• Assessment, fitting & verification of hearing aids in paediatrics.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to work in a team and independantly

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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be delivering play support and personal care including Nasogastric Feeding, Gastrostomy feeding and Oxygen therapy. Full training will be given.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience and knowledge of working with children with additional health needs and complex health needs.
• Experience of working within a community setting
• Recognized Qualification in Child Care
• Demonstrable excellent customer service
• Experience of engaging and communicating effectively with people at all levels
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures in accordance with local procedures
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle for work use

Desirable

• Experience within NHS service
• Knowledge of System One

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• Approachable and accessible to colleagues and across multi agencies
• Ability to work in a flexible way and respond to change
• Ability to work in a fast paced and challenging environment
• Able to deal with interruptions/queries from colleagues throughout the day.
• Able to work within another organization's environment maintaining confidentiality at all times

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Sudborough House

St Mary’s Hospital, 77 London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse level 1 or Registered Operating Department Practitioner
• Evidence of post registration study in peri-operative care, NVQ level study or equivalent
• Evidence of Accredited Post-Graduate Anaesthetic Module/Course

Desirable

• Leadership qualification
• Relevant degree/willing to work towards

Knowledge

Essential

• Post Registration experience as band 5 staff nurse/ODP or equivalent in Theatres
• Relevant experience in a peri anaesthesia care environment

Desirable

• Evidence of involvement in teaching and mentoring learners
• Evidence of ability to supervise members of the team

Skills

Essential

• Able to deliver a high standard of Evidence based individual patient care
• Computer/IT Literacy
• Effective communicator with good leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and effective time management
• Resuscitation skills and the knowledge to initiate appropriate action in a clinical emergency.
• Airway management skills.
• Safe administration of intravenous drugs and the preparation and programming of PCA and epidural pumps.
• To input and retrieve patient and staff information from computer-based systems.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records.
• Dealing with difficult situations/people.
• Being able to react to sudden changes in patient condition and having the knowledge to deal effectively with the situation.
• Delivers nursing care in line with Trust policies and protocols

Key Competencies/Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

• Empathetic
• Strong desire to improve service standards
• Projects a professional image
• Punctual, adaptable and flexible
• Willing to learn new skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN168UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To carry out detailed mental health assessments of individuals, addressing the holistic aspects of their health needs.

To ensure implementation of a need based response system that seeks to build on the Hope, Control and Opportunity of service users

Managing own small case load of service users through focused interventions and working alongside Individuals to help navigate systems, leading by example to deliver against desired outcomes.

To support and oversee the formulation and implementation of appropriate care plans/packages of care for the individual and referrals to ensure that their mental health care is as seamless as possible.

To assist in the maintenance of appropriate use of the Mental Health Act where appropriate.

To promote and facilitate co-production with the service user in all processes and interventions throughout the services within this position.

To ensure at all times that the team involve the service user in the assessment process, to ensure that all care pathways are individualised in their form.

To work in collaboration with acute hospitals, external mental health agencies, and Police in order to address mental health needs of the individual.

To work collaboratively with colleagues throughout the crisis care pathway and the wider Specialty Services.

Maintenance of up-to-date clinical records in line with Trust policy, and professional registration standards.

Person Specification

Essential and Desirable

Essential

• Post graduate experience in Acute Mental Health

Desirable

• Able to evidence skills in overcoming barriers to engagement for service users

Essential and Desirable

Essential

• Relevant Professional Qualification

Desirable

• Community Mental Health 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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Marys Hospital

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Person Specification

Education, Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Vocational Qualification/NVQ Level 3 in health and social care or health related topic or equivalent level of experience
• Holds 16 Standards National Care Certificate (face to face) or equivalent level of education, training or experience
• Holds Functional Skills Level 2 Maths and English or education equivalent (GCSE)

Desirable

• Speciality specific training and competencies achieved and ongoing development

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in an healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact
• Knowledge of infection prevention & control and safeguarding processes
• Experience of working in a healthcare team and patient setting

Desirable

• Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in a NHS organisation

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Person Specification

Training and experience

Essential

• Educated to BSc Hons degree in Clinical Physiology or equivalent.
• Full BSE Accreditation

Desirable

• RCCP Registration

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous practical experience in a broad range of basic and advanced Cardiac investigations.
• At least 2 years post graduate experience in Echo
• Experience in DSE and complex Echo
• Staff management and team working skills

Desirable

• Previous experience in the NHS

Skills

Essential

• sound knowledge of invasive and non-invasive cardiology and able to demonstrate competence in performing a range of techniques
• Able to perform and report unsupervised on a range of electrocardiographic investigations

Desirable

• Able to organise own workload and that of other staff within specialised area

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details about job descriptions and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practice
• FRCS or equivalent
• Eligible for entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or CCT within 6 months of interview

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Broad experience in the management of ENT elective surgery and emergency care
• Experience with speciality interest in sub-speciality of choice
• Evidence of clinical audit
• Evidence of working effectively and as a team player amongst a multi-professional team

Training

Essential

• Extended experience/training in ENT Surgery
• Evidence of further training in sub-specialty applied for
• Evidence of teaching and training skills for junior staff and medical students

Management and Administration Experience

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands
• Effective communication skills with both clinical, non-clinical and managerial colleagues, patients, relatives and other agencies
• Ability to advice on efficiency and smooth running of a specialist service
• Evidence of management and administration experience
• Experience of supervising junior medical staff

Personal Attributes

Desirable

• Caring attitude towards patients
• Flexibility to respond to changing service needs
• Good communicator with excellent spoken and written English
• Display an ability to work as part of a team
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development

PERSONAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

• Must be prepared to move, if successful, to live within 30 minutes of base Hospital
• Ability to travel between Hospital sites efficiently during daytime.

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details about job descriptions and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practice
• FRCS or equivalent
• Eligible for entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or CCT within 6 months of interview

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Broad experience in the management of ENT elective surgery and emergency care
• Experience with speciality interest in sub-speciality of choice
• Evidence of clinical audit
• Evidence of working effectively and as a team player amongst a multi-professional team

Training

Essential

• Extended experience/training in ENT Surgery
• Evidence of further training in sub-specialty applied for
• Evidence of teaching and training skills for junior staff and medical students

Management and Administration Experience

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands
• Effective communication skills with both clinical, non-clinical and managerial colleagues, patients, relatives and other agencies
• Ability to advice on efficiency and smooth running of a specialist service
• Evidence of management and administration experience
• Experience of supervising junior medical staff

Personal Attributes

Desirable

• Caring attitude towards patients
• Flexibility to respond to changing service needs
• Good communicator with excellent spoken and written English
• Display an ability to work as part of a team
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development

PERSONAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

• Must be prepared to move, if successful, to live within 30 minutes of base Hospital
• Ability to travel between Hospital sites efficiently during daytime.

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details about job descriptions and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practice
• FRCS or equivalent
• Eligible for entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or CCT within 6 months of interview

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Broad experience in the management of ENT elective surgery and emergency care
• Experience with speciality interest in sub-speciality of choice
• Evidence of clinical audit
• Evidence of working effectively and as a team player amongst a multi-professional team

Training

Essential

• Extended experience/training in ENT Surgery
• Evidence of further training in sub-specialty applied for
• Evidence of teaching and training skills for junior staff and medical students

Management and Administration Experience

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands
• Effective communication skills with both clinical, non-clinical and managerial colleagues, patients, relatives and other agencies
• Ability to advice on efficiency and smooth running of a specialist service
• Evidence of management and administration experience
• Experience of supervising junior medical staff

Personal Attributes

Desirable

• Caring attitude towards patients
• Flexibility to respond to changing service needs
• Good communicator with excellent spoken and written English
• Display an ability to work as part of a team
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development

PERSONAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

• Must be prepared to move, if successful, to live within 30 minutes of base Hospital
• Ability to travel between Hospital sites efficiently during daytime.

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details about job descriptions and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practice
• FRCS or equivalent

Desirable

• Eligible for entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or CCT within 6 months of interview

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Broad experience in the management of ENT elective surgery and emergency care
• Experience with speciality interest in sub-speciality of choice
• Evidence of clinical audit
• Evidence of working effectively and as a team player amongst a multi-professional team

Training

Essential

• Extended experience/training in ENT Surgery
• Evidence of further training in sub-specialty applied for
• Evidence of teaching and training skills for junior staff and medical students

Management and Administration Experience

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands
• Effective communication skills with both clinical, non-clinical and managerial colleagues, patients, relatives and other agencies
• Ability to advice on efficiency and smooth running of a specialist service
• Evidence of management and administration experience
• Experience of supervising junior medical staff

Personal Attributes

Desirable

• Caring attitude towards patients
• Flexibility to respond to changing service needs
• Good communicator with excellent spoken and written English
• Display an ability to work as part of a team
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development

PERSONAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

• Must be prepared to move, if successful, to live within 30 minutes of base Hospital
• Ability to travel between Hospital sites efficiently during daytime.

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

Northampton General Hospital

Billing Road

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Important: Please ensure that your application clearly identifies which of the four specialist posts you wish to be considered for. If you wish to be considered for more than one role, please list your preferences in priority order within the Additional Information section. You will be asked to confirm your preferences during the interview process. Please see the attached job description and person specification for the full duties and responsibilities of this role

Person Specification

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of and expertise in specialisms relevant to function and role
• Proven and significant leadership experience.
• Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
• Should have an appreciation of the relationship between the Department of Health, NHS England and individual provider and commissioning organisations

Communication Skills

Essential

• 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 groups.
• Negotiate on difficult and controversial issues including performance and change.

Analytical

Essential

• Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
• Ability to analyse complex facts and situations and develop a range of options
• Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where there may be a number of courses of action
• Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise

Planning Skills

Essential

• Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium, and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly

Autonomy

Essential

• Must be able to use initiative to decide relevant actions and make recommendations to Sponsor/ Manager, with the aim of improving deliverables and compliance to policies
• Ability to make decisions autonomously on difficult issues, when required, working to tight and often changing timescales
• Experience of identifying and interpreting National policy

Management Skills

Essential

• Experience of managing and motivating a team and reviewing performance of the individuals
• Skills for managing relationships with a range of different stakeholders

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board

Address

LNR ICB

County Hall, Leicester Road

Glenfield, Leicester

LE3 8RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Completion of NVQ L4 or Foundation Degree level or equivalent in health related subject
• Grade C or above GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths
• Experience of working with physically impaired people in a therapeutic environment

Desirable

• Working knowledge of medical conditions commonly seen within Health Care area e.g. Stroke, Parkinson's Disease, Orthopaedic conditions, Diabetes, amputations, Multiple Sclerosis etc and how this impacts on the patient

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of extended competencies especially with patients in the community
• Experience of working within a pressured environment
• Good verbal and written communication

Desirable

• Experience with S1

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Romic House

Kettering

NN16 8TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading.

Person Specification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Clinically qualified

Desirable

• A track record of driving Equality, Diversity and Inclusion related issues

Behaviours and values

Essential

• Think beyond organisational boundaries and have the ability to help the Trust see opportunities for collaboration for the benefit of our community

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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