Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To act as first point of contact on behalf of the consultant and the Trust and deal effectively and courteously with all enquiries from GPs, parents/carers, other departments within the Trust and external bodies.

To produce correspondence and reports by the use of audio transcription technology.

To type urgent clinical letters, including those of a sometimes distressing or emotional nature from audiotape or direct dictation as agreed.

To organise and support meetings on behalf of the Consultant and the Consultants team, taking and distributing minutes as required.

To deal with all telephone calls relating to the service, ensuring patient focus is maintained and enquiries are handled in a courteous, tactful and prompt manner and respecting patient confidentiality at all times.

To prioritise and process incoming correspondence and ensure that it is dealt with promptly by the appropriate member of staff.

To ensure that external investigation reports are brought to the attention of the appropriate medical team and signed off by the appropriate member of staff. Arrange for the request and/or safe onward transmissions of patient investigation reports and film to other sites where necessary.

To maintain filing systems that facilitates the effective running of the department.

To open, date stamp and distribute post according to local standing operating procedure.

Maintain up to date filing of external reports and correspondence in patient medical records.

To use the appropriate IT system for checking patient information and appointments.

To manage patient records appropriately, ensuring an up-to-date record is maintained of all case notes returned from the wards and clinics, that patient medical records are available for clinic and appointments are dispatched to other departments as necessary.

To maintain and update the diaries of the members of the clinical team as required, and to co-ordinate meetings, teaching sessions/venues as required.

To cover for medical secretary colleagues during periods of absence and annual leave.

To ensure the department has adequate stocks of stationery and order supplies as and when necessary.

To co-ordinate and process work of a medico-legal nature and other medical reports as required.

To draft responses to routine enquiries as appropriate.

To take an active role in initiatives to improve the administrative service provided to managers and clinicians, and the service received by children & young people and their families.

To send any referrals received to the central booking office for registration and booking and to action tertiary referrals as necessary. Complete Minimum data set (MDS) template when making onward referrals.

To organise own work schedule, adapt the schedule as required to meet commitments to others within the agreed timescales and, where this is not achievable, give notification promptly with reasons to line manager.

To ensure any changes/cancelation to clinics are carried out using Book Wise and all relevant parties are advised of any changes.

To advise parents of special instructions regarding medical tests, as directed by the medical team.

To liaise with the central booking office as required if an appointment requires rescheduled.

Completion of forms and documentation as requested such as adoption, child protection, police statements, disability and doctor references as requested to do so by the consultant.

Managing the generic email account.

To have an awareness of the referral to treatment (RTT) patient pathway journey in order to be able to respond to parents/carers calls and enquires as appropriate.

To have awareness of the outreach clinics and wait lists to be able to respond to parents/carers calls and enquires as appropriate.

Undertaking non clinical typing as requested by the consultant or their teams as necessary such as complaint letters.

Working as part of a team; assisting with the training of new and temporary staff providing support and advice as appropriate.

To locate, retrieve and book patients case notes in and out of department as required.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

To comply with all Trust and departmental procedures.

To participate in appraisal and performance reviews.

To undertake mandatory training as required by the Trust

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• GCSEs or equivalent
• RSA3 Typing/Word Processing or other recognised qualification or equivalent experience.
• AMSPAR qualification

Desirable

• NVQ4 in admin
• EDCL or similar It qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Significant secretarial and/or administrative experience.
• Computer skills Excel , Word & Power Point
• Experience of managing competing and varied demands
• Audio Typing

Desirable

• Use of Digital Dictation 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

Woolwich, London

SE18 3QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Make recommendations, provide advice, prepare and present strategic reports/briefings for the Board and its committees, divisional management teams and clinical leads as required.

Collate and present qualitative and quantitative information and lead appropriate analysis to make robust recommendations arising from litigation and inquests.

Analyse, interpret and present claims and inquest data highlighting issues and risks to support decision making and service development, particularly in relation to quality improvement.

Identify and bring to the attention of clinical leads any immediate concerns about activity of individual staff, including where action may be needed to retrain or otherwise ensure the continuing safety of patients and others.

Represent the Trust within the NHS and community, and with other related individuals and organisations, including in criminal, civil and coroners courts.

Arrange and attend meetings and Court hearings involving lawyers, NHS Resolution and Trust staff to provide information on the matters under investigation and to support staff.

Manage a portfolio of high risk claims providing specialist advice and support to clinicians on liability and quantum to further the aim of defending such claims against the Trust. Advocating the position of the Trust as the Defendant where there may be opposing views with external stakeholders.

Provide settlement authority on behalf of the Trust on clinical negligence claims, worth over £5million.

Arrange and provide training as needed for staff. Assist and support staff at all levels across the organisation who are required to give evidence at Court on behalf of the Trust including offering pre hearing briefings and feedback as necessary.

Advise on management of complaints and serious incidents where there are complex and potential legal issues.

Provide legal and other professional advice on policies adopted by the Trust in its delivery of healthcare activities and in compliance with Health legislation.

Give legal and other professional advice on the proposed formation and adoption of new policies in respect of healthcare.

Provide training to any employees within the Trust on aspects of healthcare law relevant to them, including the senior leadership as appropriate.

Must have the ability to attend inquests and represent the Trust in complex matters.

Must be competent to manage and advise on Court of Protection matters to assist clinical staff in the care of patients.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Education

Essential

• Educated to Masters Level in Law or completion of substantial years articles of clerkship or training contract, equivalent to Masters level education or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist area
• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with extensive PQE experience. Experience must be at required level to supervise and assess trainee Solicitors (equivalent to Partner level in private practice).
• This should include in depth knowledge of the following general and NHS disciplines:
• In depth practical expertise and knowledge in healthcare law including medical ethics, clinical negligence and personal injuries law.
• Extensive evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development.
• In-depth demonstrable knowledge of the NHS and interrelated systems.
• In-depth demonstrable understanding of the background to and aims of patient safety and improvement methodologies.

Professional Registration

Essential

• Member of relevant Professional Body with Practicing Certificate.

Experience

Essential

• In-depth demonstrable knowledge and experience as a legal advisor on healthcare matters.
• Extensive experience of appearing in court and representing clients in contentious matters including Coroner's inquests.
• Extensive experience of managing complex clinical negligence claims on behalf of the Claimant and/or Defendant
• Extensive experience of drafting legal proceedings and instructing Counsel in High Court/Court of Protection applications.
• In-depth management experience/knowledge in a legal healthcare setting.
• Extensive demonstrable experience of writing reports, performance and data analysis and delivering training

Desirable

• Employment law and contract law experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Able to provide, receive and present highly complex, sensitive and contentious information.
• Highly developed negotiating skills with the ability to be authoritative and persuasive when appropriate.
• Strong organisational and management skills with a methodical approach in all aspects of work.
• Highly developed interpretative and analytical skills with the ability to analyse complex facts and develop a range of options.
• The ability to assimilate and analyse complex and sensitive clinical information.
• Previously responsible for a budget, involved in budget setting
• Able to take decisions when required on difficult and contentious issues where there may be a number of courses of action.
• The ability to act under pressure and provide appropriate, immediate and reasoned legal advice in any given circumstance.
• The ability to engender trust and to develop and maintain constructive relationships with staff at all levels within the Trust and with external organisations.
• Strategic thinking - skills and ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise.
• Proven skills to present highly detailed, arguments that require analysis, comparison and assessment of complex facts.
• Ability to plan and organise a broad range of complex activities, formulating and adjusting plans to reflect changing circumstances.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight and often changing deadlines.
• Ability to work on own initiative and organise workload, allocating work as necessary.
• Able to demonstrate emotional resilience.
• Ability to make decisions autonomously, when required, on difficult issues.
• Acutely aware of the confidentiality of patient identifiable information.
• IT skills and understanding of Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint and email.

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Actively participate in the delivery of care.
• Care for patient with regard to their individual care needs whilst maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality in accordance with the NMC code of conduct
• Practise and promote nursing care to the highest standard in accordance with the Trust's policies, procedures and the NMC Code of Conduct, and fulfil PREP requirements.
• Establish a supportive and organised working environment conducive to the well being of patients and carers.
• Develop, promote and maintain effective communication and working relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers.
• Practise in a professional manner at all times, acting as a role model and resource for peers and junior colleagues whilst offering support and leadership.
• Determine nursing priorities and plan patient care according to staff availability.
• Inform Clinical Nurse manager or Matron when changes occur in circumstances which affect the delivery of care.
• Having regard to the workload of, and the pressures on colleagues, inform the Nurse in Charge or Matron if these are seen to jeopardise safe standards of practise.
• Ensure that all clinical and legal documents completed are both accurate and legible and that the nurses understand the relevance and confidentiality of their nature.
• Promote the provision of a customer-orientated service.
• All trust employees are required to observe and comply with the Trust's policies and procedures for infection control ensuring the environment in which they work is safe, clean and tidy. The use of standard infection control precautions is mandatory for all staff to prevent or minimize the spread of microorganisms and communicable diseases to patients, staff and surrounding community.
• Perform an expanded role of duties including Phlebotomy, IV cannulation etc.
• Be familiar with the Major Incident Plan and own role within it.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered Nurse Level 1 register
• 1st Level Degree or equivalent
• Teaching and assessing qualification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum two years post-registration experience
• Experience of working within the multidiciplinary team
• Experience of liaising with other agencies
• Ability to work autonomously
• Good time management and prioritisation skills

Desirable

• Previous experience in the ED or SDEC areas

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of the relevant NICE guidance
• Evidence of continued professional development of self and other health care professionals

Desirable

• Knowledge of research and audit

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High St,

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and motivated Registered Nurse to join our Respiratory, Cardiology and Assisted Ventilation Unit (AVU). This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills while delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory and cardiac conditions.

As part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will gain valuable experience caring for acutely unwell patients, enhance your professional development, and contribute to the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care. If you are passionate about providing outstanding patient care and thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team.

• Clinical Responsibilities
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate programmes of care for patients with respiratory and cardiology conditions.
• Deliver high standards of nursing care, ensuring individual patient needs are identified and met.
• Monitor patients' physical and psychological wellbeing, recognising and responding appropriately to changes in condition.
• Administer medications, intravenous therapies, oxygen therapy, and other treatments safely and in accordance with Trust policies and NMC standards.
• Provide care for patients requiring respiratory support, including non-invasive ventilation and other specialist respiratory interventions within the AVU.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and comprehensive documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Participate in patient admissions, transfers, and discharge planning to facilitate safe and effective patient journeys.
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.

Person Specification

NMC registration

Essential

• Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC Registeration
• Ability to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centred care and Knowledge relevant to the role

Desirable

• Knowledge of quality improvement projects

Experience

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written

Desirable

• Minimum 1 year Experience in a respiratory, cardiology, or acute care setting.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University hospital Lewisham

Riverside Building

Lewisham

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To develop skills of history taking and physical assessment to direct appropriate intervention. To demonstrate specialist emergency care and trauma expertise underpinned by theory and incorporating evidence-based practice, evidenced by completion of appropriate work-based learning competencies To maintain accountability and demonstrate skills in undertaking assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients presenting with emergency care needs without supervision To be able to conduct a rapid history and A-E patient assessment, documenting this appropriately, with the ability to effectively hand a patient over to the ED Doctor or Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) in a thorough and timely manner To work with the clinical team to ensure that all patients have equitable access to investigations, treatment and follow-up care. To work with the clinical team to develop best practice in line with national guidance (such as NICE/ RCEM). To work with the multidisciplinary team to deliver quality standards in line with evidence based practice. To demonstrate specialist knowledge and skills and share this with others to positively influence patient care. To provide a comprehensive nursing service for patients with conditions within the specialty. To use clinical judgement and skills in decision making to manage this caseload of patients. To review and modify planned interventions in response to the needs of emergency care patients acting independently where appropriate and seeking advice where required To order and where appropriate obtain appropriate diagnostic investigations. Such as x-rays, article blood gases and laboratory tests, to assist in managing episodes of care To identify deteriorating patients and take the appropriate action to manage the situation, liaising with interdisciplinary team as appropriate. To obtain valid and effective consent from patients prior to any investigations and treatment. To provide leadership for the nursing team in the resuscitation area to ensure a high standard of patient care, providing support and supervision as required. Providing appropriate escalation if care needs are not being met, to the Nurse-In-Charge and/or Doctor/ ACP in charge of patient care in that area. Working closely with wider Trust multi-professional teams such as critical care and outreach. To complete and administer a range of medications under Patient Group Directives (PGDs) once completion of training, to aid patient care Partnership: To work with patients and carers to assess their specific educational needs to ensure that they receive full information about their condition. Partnership: To provide patient education and appropriate information leaflets. Partnership: To provide a seamless service for patients across an integrated pathway of care. Partnership: To refer patients to other appropriate specialists to ensure the needs of the patients are met. Partnership: To involve patients/carers views in developing a vision for the future of the service by undertaking patient questionnaire reflecting their experiences and outcomes. To keep accurate and complete records of activities and communications consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. To review and maintain standards of documentation in accordance with NMC and Trust standards for records and record keeping.Organisational management To coordinate the admission / reception of new patients and arrange care of their property in accordance with Trust policy To work in close liaison with the multi-disciplinary team across the pathway in order to meet the needs of patients and their famillies, and to aim for seamless care. To assist in the development of the service To vigorously promote the patients participation in decision-making, enabling informed choice of treatment. To attend meetings relevant to the role and represent views of others in formal surroundings To establish effective working relationships with other health care professionals whose role impinges on the service To maintain and monitor a safe and clean environment within the clinical area in accordance with the Trusts Health & Safety policy To be familiar with iCare and any other computerised system integral to the running of the department Financial: As part of the team, take responsibility for the effective and efficient use of resources, being aware of resource requirements and limitations. Financial: Ensure all equipment and supplies in the clinical area are maintained to enable delivery of efficient and safe care. Financial: As part of the team, evaluate equipment and make recommendations relevant to purchasing policies in conjunction with Procurement. To contribute to the development of local and Trust policies in relation to the implementation of NICE guidance.

Education & Research Take a role in the education and assessment of all pre and post registration students in accordance with the University and Trust and NMC/HCPC requirements. Supporting staff in emergency care with a primary focus on resuscitation skills based education. To provide clinical and educational support as needed to ensure staff caring for emergency care patients develop and maintain the necessary level of competence To work with the team to develop guidelines to enhance optimal management of patients. To collect appropriate data against NICE guidance. To use audit as a tool to improve practice and evaluate services. To work with the team to implement recommendations from National audits and benchmarking. To contribute to any audits requested by the Trust, Commissioners or Nationally. To identify areas of research/audit with the aim to improve evidence based care. To contribute to the implementation of NICE guidance to ensure the continuous education of staff in appropriate clinical areas in relation to their understanding and utilisation of evidence-based practice. To identify objectives for own professional development which reflect local and national service needs, accessing advice, guidance and support as appropriate. Maintain portfolio of evidence to support personal and professional development in line with Trust and HMC/HCPC requirements. To develop own specialist clinical knowledge and skills and participate in the development of other staff To reflect on own practice through clinical supervision/mentorship To contribute both formally and informally to the education, training and development of clinical staff across the integrated pathway of care. To keep up-to-date with new innovations/research within the specialty. To undertake research projects where appropriate, with other members of the team.General To develop and maintain own clinical skills, academic knowledge and expertise as appropriate. To act in accordance with the NMC / HCPC code of professional practice for nurses/midwives. To comply with all policies and procedures eg Health and Safety at Work Act and the Data Protection Act. To exercise sensitivity and diplomacy regarding role boundaries with other healthcare professionals across the Trust To ensure skills are up-to-date and relevant to the role, to follow relevant Trust policies and professional codes and to maintain registration where this is a requirement of the role To undertake such duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade and the needs of the service for the Trust

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Post registration speciality course
• 1st Level Degree or equivalent
• Teaching and assessing qualification
• ALS course
• Experience with PGDs

Desirable

• Advanced assessment
• ALS GIC
• ATNC / TNCC / Trauma

Experience

Essential

• 3 years experience
• Team leadership
• Ability to work autonomously
• MDT working

Desirable

• Band 6 in ED/ ITU / Pre-hospital

Knowledge

Essential

• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Decision making skills
• Evidence of CPD
• Time management skills

Desirable

• Good IT Skills
• Knowledge of research and audit

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High street

Lewisham

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Current NMC Registration for nursing or midwiferyor Evidence of application for NMC registration and confirmedNMC registration within 2 months of the start date DipHE (or above) qualification equivalent to 120 credits atlevel 5 (of the Higher Education Credit Framework for England)2 or evidence of previous education and learning to this level. 3Note:For the post graduate diploma route a 2:1 Honours Degree isnecessaryPlease refer to the candidate guidance for HEI details

Eligibility to work in the UK.

ALL sections of application form completed FULLY according towritten guidelines

Literacy and Numeracy at the level of the National QualificationsFramework at level 1-2 for Numeracy (equivalent of GCSE) and 3-4for Literacy (equivalent of A level).

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Current NMC Registration for nursing or midwifery or o Evidence of application for NMC registration and confirmed NMC registration
• DipHE (or above) qualification equivalent to 120 credits at level 5 (of the Higher Education Credit Framework for England) 2 or evidence of previous education and learning to this level. 3

Desirable

• Evidence of continual professional development at level 6
• Degree

Fitness to Practice

Essential

• Is up to date and fit to practice safely

Application Completion

Essential

• ALL sections of application form completed FULLY according to written guidelines

Literacy and Numeracy

Essential

• Literacy and Numeracy at the level of the National Qualifications Framework at level 1-2 for Numeracy (equivalent of GCSE) and 3-4 for Literacy (equivalent of A level).

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the Public Health role of contemporary health visiting & working in community settings
• Knowledge of local and national policies which influence the provision of health visiting
• Current knowledge of safeguarding issues
• Knowledge of quality issues, the audit process and clinical governance

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams
• Evidence of involvement in the management of difficult situations and conflict resolution

Desirable

• Experience of managing staff within a team
• Evidence of working without direct supervision and managing own workload

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Downham Health Centre

7-9 Moorside Road

London

BR1 5EP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

• To manage a designated caseload using evidence based/client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions
• Maintain records which fulfil legal requirements.
• Participation in rotational scheme :-

- Elderly Rehabilitation

- General Medicine (including Oncology)

- Stroke Unit

- Orthopaedics/Surgery

KEY RESULT AREAS

1 Clinical

1.1 To assess and treat a specific caseload of patients

1.2 To undertake individual initial screens to identify patient need including areas affecting functional ability, followed by agreed assessment plans.

• To design / plan individual patient treatment programmes to implement oneself, or to delegate as appropriate.

1.4 To assess and provide treatment for the functional level of patients with regard to personal and domesticactivities of daily living, to maximise independence.

1.5 To select and conduct standardised cognitive and perceptual testing with further assessment whenneeded.

1.6 To carry out an initial risk assessment where necessary and to monitor ongoing risk.

1.7 To assess need and risk factors for hoist and wheelchair provision.

1.8 To advise on, recommend, make provision for the installation of; appropriate aids and adaptations to thepatients social and physical environment.

1.9 To assess for and manufacture appropriate upper limb splints as needed.

1.10 To design and monitor ongoing splint regimes.

1.11 To carry out home visits with or without the patient to assess environmental risks and functional ability at home.

1.12 To carry out community visits to assess for and practise daily living skills as needed.

1.13 To identify and set client centred goals

1.14 To monitor and evaluate treatment, including the use of outcome measures, in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of the intervention.

1.15 To participate in decisions regarding placements post discharge

1.16 To undertake discharge planning / co-ordination of complex patients.

1.17 To refer onto appropriate agencies for:- the continuation of treatment, reassessment, monitoring, and provision of further adaptations.

1.18 To participate in the Occupational Therapy service weekend and bank holiday rota.

2.1 To communicate effectively with patients and carers, OT colleagues, multidisciplinary team members andother agencies

2.2 To participate in the multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences, with regard to patient care programmes.

2.3 To advise and educate patients and carers regarding aids/equipment and safety in the home andcommunity.

• To participate in staff meetings and other meetings as directed by senior staff, the Lead OT and the Inpatient Therapy Manager.

3.1 To maintain up to date activity data and activity records in accordance with Professional and Trust standards.

3.2 To provide reports on home visits.

3.3 To provide specific reports to other agencies as appropriate.

4 Professional Development

4.1 To adhere to the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, and all other relevant policies and

procedures. These include maintaining confidentiality and respecting the patients dignity, privacy, culture

and wishes

4.2 To participate in weekly supervision with a senior occupational therapist.

4.3 To participate in the individual performance review programme and KSF review.

4.4 To effectively use supervision and appraisal to reflect on own practice and performance.

4.5 To delegate tasks to support staff as appropriate.

4.6 To attend internal and external training, including mandatory and statutory training and agreed lectures/ courses to meet identified objectives

4.7 To apply acquired skills and knowledge of practice to further develop competencies to practice.

4.8 To maintain a professional portfolio for CPD regarding learning.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• oDegree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• oHCPC Registration
• oDBS Clearance
• oExperience of working in the NHS at graduate or undergraduate level.
• oClinical experience with adult patients in a hospital/ physical setting (including prequalification)

Desirable

• Car driver
• Member of BAOT

Experience

Essential

• oAbility to work as a member of a team.
• oAbility to take responsibility for own caseload.
• oInterest in all rotations on the scheme.
• oAwareness of MDT working and strategies to improve this.
• oExperience of working in a multi-cultural environment/community
• oAwareness of Clinical Governance and its implications on the OT role.

Desirable

• Knowledge of quality issues, clinical governance and outcome measures.
• Previous discharge planning experience.
• Community Experience
• Neurology experience

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• oProblem solving approach.
• oKnowledge of OT process and application in clinical practice.
• oKnowledge of Evidence based practice.
• oAbility to keep clear, precise records, which meet legal requirements, and in the English language.
• oAbility to prioritise and organise time effectively
• oEvidence of self- initiated learning.
• oAbility to demonstrate effective clinical reasoning skills.

Personal Characteristics / Disposition

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to treat people with respect, irrespective of age, gender, culture, religion & sexuality
• Friendly, pleasant manner, enthusiastic.
• Ongoing commitment to CPD
• Calm and reliable.
• Adaptable.
• Flexible.
• Ability to cope with stress and change.

Circumstances

Essential

• Able to participate in weekend / evening / bank holiday rota.
• Able to work shifts covering 8am - 8pm

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

To manage a designated caseload of stroke patients with complex communication, cognitive and swallowing needs using evidence based/client centred principles to assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.

To provide leadership for the multidisciplinary Stroke In-Reach service.

To lead the SALT service in the Lewisham Community stroke pathway.

Maintain records which fulfil legal requirements.

To offer specialist SLT advice as required to junior SLT colleagues, to other health professionals, and other colleagues, for the benefit of clients or service development.

To regularly supervise SALT students on practice placements as required

To provide leadership for junior staff, through supervision and appraisal

To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of SALT services within the Lewisham Community stroke pathway

To contribute to the maintenance and development of the Trust SALT Service

Key Result Areas & Performance:

Clinical

• To apply a high level of knowledge and understanding of stroke.
• To plan, organise and deliver an effective and efficient SLT service to clients on own caseload.
• To independently assess, diagnose, and manage therapy provision for the swallowing and/or communication needs of a stroke specific caseload of patients with complex needs, prioritising efficiently to help prevent readmissions.

• To monitor and review progress of clients, ensuring the continuance of sound clinical practice. To modify management/care as needed, ensuring any changes in recommendations are communicated effectively.
• To document client interventions promptly and in a clear manner in client notes. To provide timely written reports which are clear and relevant to the audience, and which are based on sound and up to date clinical knowledge.
• To plan, set up and monitor treatment programmes carried out by Enablement Officers and rehabilitation assistants for clients on own caseload.

To design/plan individual patient programmes to implement oneself or to delegate as appropriate

• To undertake individual initial screens to identify patient need including areas affecting functional ability, followed by agreed assessment plans.

To discharge clients in a timely manner, maintaining communication with relevant others involved in their care.

• To carry out an initial risk assessment where necessary and monitor on going risk.
• To develop and evaluate the links between the local HASUs, acute hospital stroke unit and Lewisham Community Therapies

• To monitor and evaluate treatment, including using outcome measures in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of the intervention.
• To undertake discharge planning and coordination of complex patients both into the service and out of it.
• To take a role in the decisions regarding placement after discharge.
• To refer onto appropriate agencies for :- the continuation of treatment,

Reassessment and monitoring

• To carry out joint working with others from the Trust and across other

agencies.

Documentation

To maintain up to date activity data and activity records in accordance with

Professional and Trust standards.

• To use the electronic note keeping systems within the service.
• To provide specific reports to other agencies as appropriate.

Professional Ethics

To adhere to the HCPC and RCSLT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, and all other

relevant policies and procedures. These include maintaining confidentiality and

respecting the patients dignity, privacy culture and wishes

• To provide guidance to junior/support staff on ethical issues.

Leadership, Supervision and Appraisal

To participate in the management of the SALT team in the Lewisham Community stroke pathway.

To provide leadership for the stroke in-reach service.

To participate in the planning and implementing of the induction, training and education of students and other staff in this setting, and take a lead when needed.

To undertake the supervision and appraisal of junior/support staff as

delegated by the Lead SALT

To provide specialist training on an individual basis.

To provide advice to junior/support staff and students on a day to day basis as required.

Training Staff and Students

.

To give presentations/training on specialist topics.

To participate in training programmes for the Lewisham Community stroke pathway and wider Lewisham Community SALT service.

Service Development and Delivery

• To manage own caseload efficiently, including methods of prioritisation in order to

achieve timely and safe flow of patients from hospital into the community.

To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policies within the department

To assist with the recruitment and appointment of SALT staff.

To represent SALT on Trust wide (and linked agencies) working parties and groups as delegated by the Lead SALT

To take a lead on specific projects as delegated by the Lead SALT

To participate in, and take a lead as needed, in the Therapies special interest group for the relevant clinical area.

Personal/Professional Development

To participate in internal and external training opportunities to meet identified

objectives and demonstrate on-going development.

To apply specialist skills and knowledge in order to maintain professional

competence and fitness to practise as a senior SALT

• To maintain a professional portfolio for CPD , regarding learning outcomes
• To participate in Trust Appraisal scheme.

Clinical Governance

To comply with all Trust Policies and procedures including Infection

Control, the Health & Safety at Work Act and the Data Protection Act

To report on complaints, accidents and any deficits in equipment and safeguarding issues.

To be familiar with and comply with local fire procedures.

To be familiar with all Trust and Therapy emergency procedures, on and off site and to respond as necessary e.g. emergency resuscitation,

To assess for and advise on risk factors in given situations.

To contribute to the Trust and Therapies clinical governance and quality agenda including the setting and monitoring of practice standards.

To participate in the evaluation and audit of practice, clinical pathways and protocols within the clinical area.

To apply national guidelines/legislation relating to health care.

Research and Practice Development

To undertake research and/or audit projects relevant to SALT and/or service area and disseminate findings at local level.

To broaden research and development skills through participation in local audit and research projects.

Work force

To supervise and delegate to Rehab Therapy Assistants, Rehab Support Workers and Enablement Officers when appropriate.

To co-operate with the other Senior members of the MDT in the organisation of the workload, and to assist the Lead SALT/ Therapy Manager in service managerial matters when required.

To contribute to the education of Therapy Assistants.

To be responsible for the appraisals of junior SALT in the community team

Partnerships/Communications and Relationships

To communicate effectively with patients and carers, SALT colleagues, multidisciplinary team members and other agencies

To participate (and take a lead as needed) in the multidisciplinary team meetings

and case conferences, with regard to patient care programmes.

To advise and educate patients and carers regarding swallowing recommendations, communication advice including communication aids

To participate in staff meetings and other meetings (taking a lead as needed) as

directed by the Lead SALT

To promote the SALT role within the Lewisham Community stroke pathway, the Trust, and to other agencies.

General

The post holder will be experienced in assessing a patients needs and establishing an appropriate treatment plan

The post holder will be physically fit and able to carry out agreed duties.

The post holder should be flexible and be able to adapt their treatment planning in light of unforeseen circumstances or a change in the patients condition.

The post holder will be able to manage sensitive situations, dealing with patients or family members who are distressed.

The post holder will be confident of working in patients homes.

The post holder may be required to undertake other duties which fall with the grade of the job, in discussion with the Lead SALT including working with individuals with other acquired neurological conditions

This job description will be reviewed in the light of changing service requirements. Any such changes will be discussed with the post holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Degree or Diploma recognised by Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and HCPC
• HCPC Registration
• Postgraduate qualification in Dysphagia or extensive clinical experience
• Evidence of post qualification experience in a range of neurological settings, i.e. acute and rehabilitation
• Good experience of Stroke specific treatment approaches.
• Audit experience.
• Good knowledge of clinical governance issues
• Experience of supervising staff and students

Desirable

• Evidence of attendance at relevant post graduate courses
• Community Experience
• Member of CEN

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal communication skills in the English language
• Ability to keep clear precise records which meet legal requirements in the English language
• Computer Literacy
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage a caseload
• Knowledge and skill with assessment and therapeutic tools
• Knowledge and skill with clinical governance and outcome measures
• Knowledge of current legislation and development within NHS
• Knowledge and adherence to client confidentiality legislation and procedures

Desirable

• Full clean drivers licence valid for UK

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Honor Oak Health Centre - Community Therapies

20 Turnham Road

London

SE4 2LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a high-quality service across Lewisham and Greenwich Healthcare NHS Trustthrough line management of the Leg Ulcer/Lymphoedema Specialist Nurses and todemonstrate the required skills in Lymphoedema and leg ulcer management along with expertassessment skills while working in close collaboration with other clinical colleagues to lead thedevelopment in the delivery of an expert nurse-led service across the organisation. The postholder will contribute to advancing the body of knowledge through education, research andaudit with the aim of improving access to treatment services. The post holder will have a keyrole in ensuring seamless, co-ordinated and timely approach to care for their patient group inclinics and patients own home as appropriate. The post holder will also provide leadership,management and a high level of clinical expertise in their specialism and contribute to thesupport, education and training for their team and other healthcare professionals. The postholder will have a clear understanding of the strategic political view and challenges faced byprimary, community and secondary care through the STP in meeting recommendations for thedevelopment of the service and will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team in theplanning and development of a more integrated service for patients across primary, communityand secondary care. This post will include working and travelling to all Trust sites.

Person Specification

NMC registered

Essential

• NMC registered

Evidence of advanced practice in relevant field

Essential

• 2 year 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.

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Waldron Health Centre

Amersham Vale, London, SE14 6LD

London

SE14 6LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job role includes monitoring patients conditions by taking vital signs and escalates changes in patients conditions to the district nurse or senior nurse on duty

Taking blood for testing (Phlebotomy) and administration of insulin following appropriate training and consolidation

Carrying out simple wound dressings and other relevant nursing tasks as assigned by the senior nurse.

Promotes patient independence through implementing rehabilitation programmes as directed by the multi-professional team

Undertakes health promotion activities with patients and their families as directed by the District Nurse or members of the multi-disciplinary team

Responsible for ensuring up to date stock levels of materials and equipment used by the team

Maintains accurate documentation immediately after nursing intervention in line with Trust policies, guidelines and procedural documents

To use mobile working devices to record and document relevant information

Undertake routine audits as required

The two shift patterns for the role: 08.00 16.00 and 12.00 20.00 including weekends and bank holidays.

The post holder must have a full current UK driving licence and daily access to a car, as this is essential for the role

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated up to GCSE with English language

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or willingness to undertake training.
• Evidence of continuous learning in any area and willingness to learn practical nursing skills on the job

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in formal or informal environments such as peoples' homes, community, statutory, voluntary or paid employment
• Customer service experience

Knowledge

Essential

• oknowledge of Infection control, skin integrity, the value of nutrition etc.
• oknowledgeable about activities of daily living and the effect illness has on people who are debilitated and dependant on others for their care
• oknowledge of Trust policies, procedures and guidelines and relevant legislation; confidentiality, information governance etc

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of issues relating to health and wellbeing and patient care.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• oAbility to work under pressure, responding with flexibility to the changing demands of the workload
• oAbility to follow a clear instruction and feed back to senior staff.
• oAbility to work as part of a team, as well as on own initiative.

Desirable

• Ability to undertake: Blood glucose monitoring; taking vital signs; do basic wound care; pressure area care etc

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

London Borough of Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you are looking for a supportive environment in which to develop your confidence, strengthen your consultant portfolio and prepare for your first substantive Emergency Medicine consultant appointment, we would be delighted to hear from you.

We are committed to providing safe, effective and compassionate care for our patients and to developing our staff.

For further information or an informal discussion about the post, please contact the Emergency Department/Clinical Lead via the details provided in the vacancy.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• MBBS, or equivalent
• Current GMC Registration with Full License to Practice
• CCT/CESR in the UK or within 4 months of application at time of interview
• ALS, ATLS/ETC and APLS/EPALS or equivalent- all in date
• Ultrasound level 1 signed off

Desirable

• ATLS/APLS/EPALS/ETC instructor
• Additional experience in relevant posts especially paediatrics and ITU / anaesthetics
• Other degrees, e.g., BSc MSc, MD.
• Sub-specialist interest

Experience

Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that of gaining UK CCT - Potential to benefit from the experience and training offered by this post (fits in with career aspirations to be EM consultant)
• Ability to offer expert clinical advice on emergency patients
• Experience of teaching at departmental level in Emergency Medicine.
• Ability to appraise scientific literature critically
• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
• Ability to supervise research projects

Desirable

• Presentation at regional, national or international meetings
• Track record of delivered teaching or qualification in teaching
• Able to plan and develop new initiatives.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Able to work at senior level without supervision
• Competent in relevant procedures
• Able to prioritise clinical need and manage workload
• Aware of own limitations and knows when to ask for help
• Understands principles of patient confidentiality and data protection
• Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governance
• Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit.
• Must have undertaken and completed audit projects.
• Ability to supervise audit projects

Desirable

• Further ultrasound skills including regional blocks
• Publication(s) / oral presentation(s)
• An interest in audit and research.
• Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills.
• Participation in Research studies.
• Holds Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Evidence of management training
• Experience in the management of change

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both orally and in writing with patients, relatives and colleagues
• Compassionate
• Remains professional at all times
• Enthusiastic, approachable and Flexible
• Reliable
• Organisational Ability
• Can lead a multidisciplinary team and work across organisational boundaries
• Ability to develop good working relationships with others in a multidisciplinary team - is a team player
• Commitment to continuing personal development and revalidation
• Able to recognise, remain calm and work under pressure
• Respects individuals' rights, interests, beliefs, preferences and cultures

Desirable

• Evidence of leadership qualities (within and outside medicine)
• Desire to continue personal professional development and enhance quality of patient 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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High St,

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details of the duties and responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to master's level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist area
• Evidence of continued professional development.

Experience

Essential

• Safeguarding Children competency Level 4
• Significant safeguarding experience and leading multi-agency processes
• Providing supervision, training, completing audit and QA experience
• Experience of managing risks and High-level report writing.
• Ability to analyse complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Advanced communication and negotiation
• Analytical capability and ability to manage complex situations
• Demonstrate capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.
• Ability to work without supervision, providing specialist advice to the organisation, working to tight and often changing timescales
• Child-centered practice, Equity, diversity, and inclusion. Accountability and integrity
• Commitment to trauma-informed and anti-racist practice
• Demonstrate capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.

Desirable

• Ability to work as part of a team and work flexibly to provide support to other departments and teams as and when necessary

Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing a multi-disciplinary team and leading operational change
• Experience of working a complex environment and interpreting complex information
• Experience of working in an environment relating to children and young people with a learning disability, autism or both and their families including experience in undertaking comprehensive, evidence based assessments and developing personalised care and support plans
• Detailed understanding of relevant legislation e.g. The Children and Families Act 2014, Health and Social Care Act 2012, Mental Capacity Act.

Other

Essential

• Tenacity: demonstrates high levels of self-belief, drive, enthusiasm and stamina to achieve goals and see things through
• Needs to have a thorough understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity, valuing diversity and good working relationships both in terms of day-to-day working practices, but also in relation to management systems.
• Demonstrates knowledge of working in coproduction with children and young people and families:

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

NHS South East London Integrated Care Board

Address

Woolwich Centre

35 Wellington Street, Woolwich,

Greenwich

SE18 6HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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