Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis

Conduct full patient assessments in community and hospital settings (history, physical exams, spirometry, blood gases), analyse diagnostic tests (pathology, imaging) and determine suitable care settings (clinic, home, virtual, emergency admission).

• Care Planning & Delivery

Develop and implement personalised complex care plans (medication review, oxygen therapy, inhaler training), manage exacerbations in the community (COPD, pneumonia), and support early discharge schemes.

• Pulmonary Rehabilitation & Self-management Support

Refer to pulmonary rehabilitation programmes; provide education on disease self-management, inhaler technique, smoking cessation, and prevention strategies.

Refer to allied community services such as ICT, ICRAS, Citizens Advice on Prescription for ongoing non- medical interventions.

• Virtual Ward & Telehealth Care

Participate in virtual ward models or ARI early discharge services, conducting remote patient monitoring, telephone triage, and virtual clinics. [

• Education, Training & MDT Collaboration

Provide specialist advice to colleagues, train nursing and therapy staff, contribute to local guidelines, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Clinical Governance & Quality Assurance

Maintain comprehensive patient records, participate in national audits (e.g. COPD, asthma), monitor KPIs, and engage in service evaluation and research.

• End-of-Life Care & Advanced Care Planning

Collaborate with palliative care teams to deliver advance care planning and symptom management in advanced respiratory disease.

• Clinical Expertise

In-depth understanding of respiratory pathophysiology, pharmacology, diagnostic interpretation (e.g. spirometry, arterial blood gases, chest imaging).

• Decision-Making & Autonomy

Ability to independently assess, triage, and manage complex cases in non-acute settings.

• Communication & Education

Strong communication with patients, carers, and MDT; proficient in conveying medical information clearly and supporting behavioural change.

• Interprofessional Collaboration

Works effectively within MDTs and fosters relationships across community, acute, and primary care sectors.

• Organisational Skills

Capable of managing a caseload across multiple delivery modeshome visits, clinics, virtual wardswhile maintaining documentation and governance standards.

• Adaptability and Mobility

Willingness to travel across community sites, sometimes working as a lone practitioner within specified policies.

• Compassion & Patient-Centred Care

Values holistic approaches, supports long-term self-care, and demonstrates empathyespecially in chronic and palliative contexts.

• Leadership

Offer peer support to other team members, be able to coordinate the caseload and staffing and be able to adapt as required.

• Prescribing & Medicines Management (preferable)

Independently prescribe medications within scope of practice, including:

Bronchodilators, corticosteroids, antibiotics for exacerbations.

Inhalers and nebulised medications

Make evidence-based prescribing decisions considering:

NICE guidelines and local formulary.

Patient comorbidities, polypharmacy, and risk factors.

Conduct medication reviews, deprescribing where appropriate, and ensure safe monitoring of high-risk drugs.

Provide patient education on medication adherence and inhaler technique.

An Annex 21 position would be considered for applications who dont meet all essential criteria.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
• Registration with relevant professional body
• Post registration qualification, or demonstrable equivalent experience
• Evidence of CPD/short courses
• Evidence of Masters level study
• Clinical examination and/or diagnostics at level 6 minimum

Desirable

• Appropriate prescriber

Experience

Essential

• Experience of management and clinical leadership
• Experience of successful multi-agency working
• Demonstrable experience in relevant area of practice or equivalent

Desirable

• First line management experience
• Experience with working in community
• experience independently working in a clinic
• previous autonomous practice

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Risk assessment skills
• Self management and motivation skills
• IT literate

Desirable

• Experience using EMIS

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of current national and local agenda in health and social care
• Understanding of the principles of respiratory care management
• Understanding of factors that contribute to good health and the importance of promoting these in line with the organisational public health policy
• Evidence of being able to communicate complex information and advice on healthcare to patients/clients, carers and colleagues
• Understanding of improving outcomes with partnership working

Desirable

• Leadership 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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Community Respiratory Team

Aintree House, Aintree University Hospital

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis

Conduct full patient assessments in community and hospital settings (history, physical exams, spirometry, blood gases), analyse diagnostic tests (pathology, imaging) and determine suitable care settings (clinic, home, virtual, emergency admission).

• Care Planning & Delivery

Develop and implement personalised complex care plans (medication review, oxygen therapy, inhaler training), manage exacerbations in the community (COPD, pneumonia), and support early discharge schemes.

• Pulmonary Rehabilitation & Self-management Support

Refer to pulmonary rehabilitation programmes; provide education on disease self-management, inhaler technique, smoking cessation, and prevention strategies.

Refer to allied community services such as ICT, ICRAS, Citizens Advice on Prescription for ongoing non- medical interventions.

• Virtual Ward & Telehealth Care

Participate in virtual ward models or ARI early discharge services, conducting remote patient monitoring, telephone triage, and virtual clinics. [

• Education, Training & MDT Collaboration

Provide specialist advice to colleagues, train nursing and therapy staff, contribute to local guidelines, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Clinical Governance & Quality Assurance

Maintain comprehensive patient records, participate in national audits (e.g. COPD, asthma), monitor KPIs, and engage in service evaluation and research.

• End-of-Life Care & Advanced Care Planning

Collaborate with palliative care teams to deliver advance care planning and symptom management in advanced respiratory disease.

• Clinical Expertise

In-depth understanding of respiratory pathophysiology, pharmacology, diagnostic interpretation (e.g. spirometry, arterial blood gases, chest imaging).

• Decision-Making & Autonomy

Ability to independently assess, triage, and manage complex cases in non-acute settings.

• Communication & Education

Strong communication with patients, carers, and MDT; proficient in conveying medical information clearly and supporting behavioural change.

• Interprofessional Collaboration

Works effectively within MDTs and fosters relationships across community, acute, and primary care sectors.

• Organisational Skills

Capable of managing a caseload across multiple delivery modeshome visits, clinics, virtual wardswhile maintaining documentation and governance standards.

• Adaptability and Mobility

Willingness to travel across community sites, sometimes working as a lone practitioner within specified policies.

• Compassion & Patient-Centred Care

Values holistic approaches, supports long-term self-care, and demonstrates empathyespecially in chronic and palliative contexts.

• Leadership

Offer peer support to other team members, be able to coordinate the caseload and staffing and be able to adapt as required.

• Prescribing & Medicines Management (preferable)

Independently prescribe medications within scope of practice, including:

Bronchodilators, corticosteroids, antibiotics for exacerbations.

Inhalers and nebulised medications

Make evidence-based prescribing decisions considering:

NICE guidelines and local formulary.

Patient comorbidities, polypharmacy, and risk factors.

Conduct medication reviews, deprescribing where appropriate, and ensure safe monitoring of high-risk drugs.

Provide patient education on medication adherence and inhaler technique.

An Annex 21 position would be considered for applications who dont meet all essential criteria.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
• Registration with relevant professional body
• Post registration qualification, or demonstrable equivalent experience
• Evidence of CPD/short courses
• Evidence of Masters level study
• Clinical examination and/or diagnostics at level 6 minimum

Desirable

• Appropriate prescriber

Experience

Essential

• Experience of management and clinical leadership
• Experience of successful multi-agency working
• Demonstrable experience in relevant area of practice or equivalent

Desirable

• First line management experience
• Experience with working in community
• experience independently working in a clinic
• previous autonomous practice

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Risk assessment skills
• Self management and motivation skills
• IT literate

Desirable

• Experience using EMIS

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of current national and local agenda in health and social care
• Understanding of the principles of respiratory care management
• Understanding of factors that contribute to good health and the importance of promoting these in line with the organisational public health policy
• Evidence of being able to communicate complex information and advice on healthcare to patients/clients, carers and colleagues
• Understanding of improving outcomes with partnership working

Desirable

• Leadership 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.

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Community Respiratory Team

Aintree House, Aintree University Hospital

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Advanced Clinical Practitioner will:

• Work autonomously at advanced practice level within the Acute Oncology Service.
• Provide expert Acute Oncology assessment, advice and advanced clinical support to teams caring for patients with known or suspected cancer.
• Support Emergency Department and acute medical teams with complex clinical decision-making, investigation and management planning.
• Undertake advanced clinical assessment and formulate differential diagnoses to inform recommendations and onward management.
• Request and interpret appropriate diagnostic investigations and prescribe independently within their scope of practice.
• Recognise oncological emergencies and provide expert input to support timely investigation, treatment and escalation.
• Strengthen collaborative working between Acute Oncology, acute medicine, emergency care, oncology and cancer site-specific teams.
• Support timely navigation, referral and escalation to the most appropriate cancer or specialist pathway.
• Support opportunities for admission avoidance, timely discharge and appropriate specialist follow-up.
• Contribute to the development and evaluation of outpatient assessment, review and follow-up pathways and other innovative models of Acute Oncology care.
• Provide advanced clinical expertise, education and professional support to healthcare professionals caring for patients with acute oncology needs.
• Contribute to quality improvement, audit, education, research and service development in line with the four pillars of advanced clinical practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Clinical Professional Qualification. Degree level with appropriate registration
• MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) or started the MSc ACP pathway/programme and committed to completing within an agreed time frame: Note: Post holder will be in a training post (Annex 21) until evidence of completion of MSc ACP is provided.
• Teaching and assessing qualification
• Relevant post registration qualification/equivalent
• Prescriber
• Evidence of participation in audit and research

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable relevant experience within the speciality
• Evidence of effective management
• Evidence of effective leadership skills
• Evidence of staff development and can demonstrate knowledge regarding provision and development of education programmes
• Evidence of change management
• Evidence of application of current clinical service issues and developments

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding and application of healthcare governance
• Has an up-to-date Advanced Clinical Practice portfolio

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Committed to delivering high standards of patient care
• Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing

Others

Essential

• Supportive of colleagues
• Enthusiastic and motivated with the ability to motivate the team
• High level of personal and professional credibility
• Act as role model for staff

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree Hospital

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical.1. To maintain personal accountability for professional and ethical actions andensure compliance with the standards of professional conduct issued by therelevant regulatory body.2. To maintain and develop a specialist service for patients within the caseload,ensuring that the treatment and follow up of this group of patients is deliveredin a timely manner.3. To provide and maintain a diagnostic service for the Trust. Ensure clinicianled clinics provide for both diagnoses and reporting of subsequent results foridentified patients.August 20234. To provide teaching as an in-house measure to all medical and clinical staff,not only within the Care Group but also from other services.5. To provide a clinician-led clinic service to patients.6. To plan and administer treatment to patients as appropriate and ensurehandover of this treatment to community services as necessary.7. To provide expert care, advice and support for patients and theirrelatives/carers and ensure that advice and point of contact is availablethroughout the patients journey.8. To refer on to other agencies as appropriate.9. To operate as clinical specialist and expert practitioner in issues relating tothe identified area of care. To direct and delegate care based on accurateassessment and evaluation.10. To take consent for investigative procedures, manipulate equipment andperform advanced clinical skills.11. The post holder will be expected to work clinical shifts in a ward environmentif necessary.Management and Quality.12. Act as a change agent for the development of the service.13. Assisting in the audit and data collection required for developing evidencebased services.14. To provide verbal and written reports to appropriate managers and clinicalleads.15. To monitor the effectiveness of the service by continuous audit.16. To ensure that equipment is maintained and serviced as required.17. To develop protocols, documentation, standards and guidelines to enablebest practice for the care of patients. In the identified/specified area.18. To be involved in complaints handling according to the Trusts ComplaintsProcedure.19. To establish a clear focus, vision and direction for the service, within the CareGroup.20. To ensure effective and efficient use of financial resources, contributing toincreasing the efficiency and controlling cost within the departmental budget.Making recommendations regarding supplies and purchasing of equipment.Communication and Liaison21. To promote effective communication within the hospital and to the patientand/or their relatives.22. Act as a point of liaison between all hospital departments involved in thepatients journey.23. Act as a source of specialist information for clinicians and other members ofthe multidisciplinary team.24. Liaise with other departments/ Trusts regarding services provided and currentpractises to develop best evidence-based practice.25. To be skilled to impart distressing information with respect and empathy.26. To ensure that all patient records are maintained contemporaneously.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Clinical Professional Qualification. Degree level with appropriate registration
• MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) or started the MSc ACP pathway/programme and committed to completing within an agreed time frame
• Teaching and assessing qualification
• Relevant post registration qualification/equivalent.
• Prescriber
• Evidence of participation in audit and research

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable relevant experience within the speciality
• Evidence of effective management
• Evidence of effective leadership skills
• Evidence of staff development and can demonstrate knowledge regarding provision and development of education programmes
• Evidence of change management
• Evidence of application of current clinical service issues and developments

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding and application of healthcare governance
• Has an up-to-date Advanced Clinical Practice portfolio

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree Hospital

Longmoor Lane

Fazakerley

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support the HR Manager and Assistant Director of HR and OD to ensure that the Division's objectives are met.

First point of contact for Trust staff and managers for HR advice and guidance on the interpretation and implementation of polices and procedures.

Advise staff and managers on Agenda for Change terms and conditions of service.

Provide managers with guidance in the management of performance issues, advising on solutions and assisting with their implementation.

Provide advice and support to managers on all aspects of employee relations and operation of HR policies and procedures.

Manage both routine and complex sickness absence cases, maintain a robust sickness absence monitoring system and support and advise managers to ensure a supportive and consistent approach is taken to attendance management including attendance at absence management meetings ensuring that the Trusts standards are achieved and maintained.

Provide advice and support to managers on referrals to and information received from occupational health in relation to individuals returning to work reasonable adjustments, reviewing sickness triggers, redeployment, ill health retirement and termination of employment and preparing associated paperwork as necessary whilst being mindful of employment legislation

For a full list of duties, please refer to the attached job description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree level education or equivalent experience
• Evidence of commitment to Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Level 5 Certificate in Human Resource Management

Experience

Essential

• Experience within a HR function providing admin support i.e. Recruitment
• Usage of IT packages including Word & Exce
• Delivery of training to colleagues and customers
• Working in a busy team providing services to a diverse customer base

Desirable

• NHS Experience in HR
• Working with Trade Unions

Knowledge

Essential

• HR Policies and Procedures
• Working knowledge and understanding of employment legislation, equal opportunities and best practice

Desirable

• Knowledge of working in HR in the NHS
• Working knowledge of NHS terms and conditions
• HR information systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool University Hospitals

Longmoor Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Supporting undergraduate and postgraduate students during dental procedures.

Recording of treatment and other associated clerical work.

Preparation of filling materials, impression materials, instruments, equipment, dressings and syringes.

Ensuring the treatment area is clean and tidy, adhering to infection prevention and control procedures.

Clearing away used instruments and materials at the end of treatment.

Assisting with medical emergencies in line with GDC scope of practice.

Assisting clinics with investigations e.g. x-ray procedures, blood tests and bacteriological tests.

Receiving patients attending for emergency treatment and triaging as appropriate

Providing the patient with pre- and post-operative instructions and ensuring that the instructions are fully understood.

Care and minor maintenance of equipment utilised within the dental environment.

Assisting with all methods of treatment and surgical procedures and working in any area of the hospital when necessary,

Communicating with other departments within the Hospital when necessary, ensuring that follow-up treatment is arranged.

Maintaining stock, clearing cupboards and checking expiry dates on bottles and re-ordering stock as necessary.

The post holder shall, as necessary, provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues.

The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Empathy with all patient groups, including those with special needs
• A willingness to accept that flexibility is required to meet the changing needs of the NHS

Desirable

• Pro-active approach to team building

Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal oral and written skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and staff at all levels
• Basic IT skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks
• Ability to work as part of a team

Qualifications

Essential

• Registrable Dental Nurse qualification or NVQ Level III in Oral Healthcare
• Must be registered with the General Dental Council as a Dental Care Professional
• Evidence of maintenance/updated relevant Continued Professional Development

Desirable

• Post qualification certificate(s), eg Radiology, Sedation, Orthodontics, Oral Health
• Further qualifications in basic first aid, health & safety, manual handling

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable recent experience of working as part of a dental team

Desirable

• Experience in a hospital setting

Knowledge

Desirable

• Interest in oral health promotion
• Up to date knowledge of the NHS as it relates to dentistry
• Knowledge of new strategies in dentistry

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Dental Hospital

Pembroke Place

Liverpool

L3 5PS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Carry out routine and deep cleaning of clinical and non-clinical areas, including wards, departments, corridors, and patient areas
• Ensure all areas are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in line with NHS cleaning specifications and infection prevention standards
• Clean and disinfect surfaces, fixtures, fittings, and equipment using appropriate cleaning products and methods
• Maintain patient environments, including bed spaces, bathrooms, and isolation rooms, ensuring dignity and comfort
• Safely handle and dispose of clinical, domestic, and hazardous waste in accordance with Trust policies
• Replenish cleaning supplies, consumables, and PPE as required
• Undertake scheduled cleaning tasks (daily, weekly, periodic) and respond to ad hoc cleaning requests
• Report any maintenance issues, hazards, or risks promptly to supervisors
• Follow all infection prevention and control (IPC) procedures, including use of PPE and colour-coded cleaning systems
• Work as part of a team to meet service delivery standards and deadlines
• Support outbreak/incident cleaning, including enhanced cleaning during infection control situations
• Maintain accurate cleaning records and documentation where required
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies, including safe use of equipment and manual handling procedures
• Provide a courteous, respectful service to patients, visitors, and staff at all times
• Adhere to Trust policies, procedures, and values

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE/Equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Previous Domestic experience

Desirable

• Previous healthcare environment experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, floor polishing machinery
• Knowledge of colour coding systems

Knowledge

Essential

• A general understanding of why cleanliness in a patient/healthcare environment is important
• Health and safety basic knowledge

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative
• Communication skills
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to work as part of a team

Other

Essential

• Willingness and ability to undertake further training as necessary

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broadgreen Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L14 3LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Cleaning experience essential
• Cleaning wards and clinics to national cleaning standards
• Adhering to infection control polices and procedures
• Working within domestic services department at Broadgreen site.
• Duties vary and include hoovering, damp dusting, mopping, deep cleaning floors and other areas.
• Flexibility required

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative
• Communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE/Equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• A general understanding of why cleanliness in a patient/healthcare environment is important
• Health and safety basic knowledge

Experience

Essential

• Previous cleaning/domestic experience in a healthcare, care home, hotel, commercial, or similar environment.

Desirable

• Previous Domestic experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, floor polishing machinery
• Knowledge of colour coding systems

Other

Essential

• Willingness and ability to undertake further training as necessary
• Professional and patient focused.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Committed to maintaining confidentiality and dignity.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broadgreen Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L14 3LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for supporting the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme (BCSP)by:Responsible for day to day management of a team of administrative staff providing leadership and guidance.Working collaboratively with the Programme HubCo-ordinating the care provision from the screening centre to address the needs of individuals arising as a consequence of the screening programme.Supporting the Health Promotion Specialist and Programme Manager and assisting with the co-ordination of health promotion activities by all sections of the society.Deputising for the Programme Manager as necessary and supporting the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme Manager and Lead SSP as necessary within the Programme.ManagementManage the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme in absence of the Programme Manager.

Undertake the day to day management of a team of administrative staff.

Responsible for effective coverage of administrative rotas and appropriate utilisation of human resources of the administrators.

Responsible for the roll out of training for new administrators.

Support the provision of helpline services run from the Hub by resolving queries referred by them to the screening centre.

To ensure patient records for the screening services are completed in a rigorous manner to include audit and review of patient records.

Support effective tracking of patients on the cancer pathway, including but not limited to supervising waiting list management, monitoring Somerset cancer registry and attending the cancer PTL meetings.

To maintain competencies required and support administrative staff.

Undertake appraisals for an allocated number of administrators

Participate in recruitment of staff within the administrative team.Support the BCSP Manager and Lead Specialist Screening Practitioner in the development of performance to the National Screening Programme, strategic groups and the wider health community as required.

Contribute to the business and strategic planning for the BCSP.

Provide specialist, expert knowledge to clinical colleagues, patients andcarers/relatives.

Evaluate service delivery, identify areas for improvement and initiate change in consultation with Programme Manager.

Liaise with Programme manager and lead SSP to provide health promotion initiatives.

Participate in flexible working arrangements, to ensure that the needs of the service are met.Clinical GovernanceTo ensure that operational risks are identified, reported to Programme Manager and managed within the department and adhere to local clinical governance policies. Assist with relevant audit and benchmarking in order to improve effectiveness of patient care. Disseminate audit findings through meetings and workshops where necessaryLiaise with Programme Manager for the development and implementation of policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to own area of work.Promote patient and public involvement activities in the BCSP, leading to service improvement.ProfessionalWork in accordance with the NHS Cancer Screening Programmes National Office NHS BCSP Guidelines. Work to meet the objectives of the NHS National Cancer Screening Programmes inclusive of Host & Associated Trusts strategies regarding NHS Bowel Cancer Screening.Undertake own annual self-appraisal, to identify personal, professional and organisational objectives and developmental needs.Undertake annual appraisal with the Programme Manager

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Graduate or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Management qualification or equivalent knowledge gained through experience

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of management experience within the NHS
• Evidence of project management to Facilitate service change
• Experience of managing/developing teams
• Evidence of managing budgets
• Experience of project change & management.

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of BCSP Processes
• Evidence of significant personal development
• Evidence of understanding large complex clinical environments
• Strategically aware
• Knowledge of current NHS policy.

Skills

Essential

• Process mapping skills/Lean Skills trained
• Leadership and Management ability
• Ability to delegate work
• Ability to think conceptually and communicate effectively Ability to influence and negotiate (diplomatic) Good interpersonal skills. Enhanced communication and interpersonal skills to liaise and communicate through a broad spectrum of professional groups Able to influence and engage people in different settings
• Advanced IT skills incorporating spreadsheet, database, and word processing.
• Ability to analyse, interpret and report complex information
• Able to multi-task and continue to function to a high standard when under pressure

Desirable

• Detailed knowledge of the service requirements & current issues with bowel cancer screening programmes

Other

Essential

• Self motivated

Desirable

• Background within the NHS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree

Lower Lane

Fazakerley, Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities Co-ordination of the ward/department on a day to day basis including planning,allocation and evaluation of work carried out by teams or individuals and self. Provide specialist knowledge to all Nursing staff on the ward/ department Will promote a critical, analytical approach to the delivery of nursing careensuring that the ward/ department environment is responsive to current issues. In support of the ward/ department manager will assist in the review and updateof procedures and protocols relating to the care of patients. Develop methods for identifying, maintaining and improving the quality of patientcare through facilitation of best practice and clinical benchmarking. Ensure due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of Explore and undertake expanded practice to optimise patient care as requiredwithin specialist area, in accordance with Trust policies

see job description for more details

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse, current NMC registration
• Teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent
• Post registration qualification in speciality

Desirable

• 1st level degree

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of management experience
• Evidence of change management
• Application of evidence based practice
• Evidence of developing high standards of patient care
• Lead role in education of staff and patients

Knowledge

Essential

• Application of current nursing issues and healthcare governance

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in changing environments
• Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing

Other

Essential

• Supportive of colleagues
• High level of personal and professional credibility
• Well motivated

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Liverpool Univserity Hospital

Mount Vernon street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Under supervision, support and manage a cohort of patients with viral hepatitis and HIV, within set protocols.

Develop and maintain clinical expertise and deliver the highest standards of care to meet the needs of the patients, their carers and significant others.

Work in the out-reach services which may include prison health

Provide a blood borne virus testing service as required.

To work alongside ID & Hepatology teams in the management of chronic disease.

Attend and participate in the Hepatitis Nurse Forum.

Attend and participate in the ID/Liver meetings.

Following training process patients referred with viral hepatitis through the Nurse-led clinic within a protocol driven pathway.

Following training, order and interpret investigations.

Following training, perform Fibroscan (non-invasive assessment of liver disease).

Develop and use own clinical judgment to refer directly to medical staff in line with department guidelines as required.

To liaise and exchange relevant information about patients with other hospital departments when necessary within defined statutory regulations.

Deliver presentations locally to disseminate good practice.

For a full list of duties, please refer to the attached job description and person specification

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse / Midwife
• Post-basic specialist Qualification relevant to speciality
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Recordable specialist qualification
• Independent Nurse Prescribing
• ECDL

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience
• Extensive clinical experience
• Involvement in audit

Desirable

• Participation in research
• Evidence of leading and facilitating change

Knowledge

Essential

• In depth specialist knowledge

Skills

Essential

• Teaching / assessment skills Organisation and negotiation skills
• Effective communicator
• Root Cause Analysis
• Leadership & motivation skills
• Ability to motivate self and others
• Evidence of audit and change management ability
• Computer literate
• Ability to work both on own initiative and within a team

Other

Essential

• Diplomatic
• Assertive and confident
• Recognition of own limitations
• Able to travel between sites
• Flexibility

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder has responsibility to undertake the full range of duties commensurate with the role (booking/ reception / patient reminder/ general) and shall as necessary be flexible in providing cover for absent colleagues in order to maintain service provision.

The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation.

Booking of appointments

Liaise with secretaries and admin departments regarding booking of appointments, referral letters etc.

Using the PAS system, in chronological order, invite patients and book appointments as appropriate.

Manage appointment slot issues in line with local/national standard operating procedures; refer to line manager any issues which jeopardise 18 week pathway.

To process and prioritise the scheduling of outpatient appointments due to clinical urgency and length of wait and in accordance with departmental procedures, protocols and Trust Policies.

Receive and process telephone calls from relatives/carers of patients informing the Trust of the patients death and amend PAS accordingly. This may require sensitive handling.

Telephone patients to negotiate convenient outpatient appointments or receive calls from patients/relevant others (e.g. Other Hospitals) regarding booking, changing or cancelling their appointments. This involves identifying the correct appointment, clinic, session and doctor code to which the caller is referring and rescheduling or cancelling the appointment as appropriate.

Inform the appropriate Consultant/ Directorate/secretarial staff of patients who have cancelled their appointment inappropriately e.g. urgent appointments.

Receive and process telephone calls from patients to update and amend their demographic details and make the necessary changes on the PAS system.

Contact GP Practices/other Hospitals for validation of patient demographic details and to obtain information if required e.g. copy letters, NHS Number etc.

In accordance with Trust procedures, open suspended clinics, add on patients and re-suspend clinic ensuring appropriate comments are recorded on PAS.

On the instruction and authorisation of the Consultant/Clinician, overbook clinics ensuring authority to do so is recorded on PAS.Working with guidance from clinical staff/secretaries, pro-actively fill cancelled appointment slots with patients to minimise the impact of non-attenders.

Offer patients a mutually convenient date and time for outpatient appointments on either a full or partial booking basis in accordance with local standard operating procedures.

Remind patients of their appointments via letter, text, voicemail, email or telephone call to reconfirm attendance in line with departmental protocols.

Produce and manage daily reports in line with patient reminder systems to ensure patient information is kept updated.

Contact patients as requested in order to cancel/reschedule their appointments.

Inform line manager of any system or appointment slot issues.Reception of patients

Undertake reception duties in a professional, pleasant, tactful and understanding manner. Greet patients upon arrival, check demographic information is up to date on PAS and arrive patient on system.

On instruction from clinical staff distribute tea/coffee vouchers where appropriate.

Update information on patient display screen within reception area.Assist patients and visitors with any problems that may arise during their visit.

Act as the first point of contact for all enquiries presenting in the reception area.

Exercise judgement when problems arise by taking appropriate action to resolve the problem or refer on to the appropriate person.

Attempt to diffuse difficult situations with angry or distressed patients/visitors and when unable to do so contact the appropriate manager or clinical staff for support.

Arrange and book interpreters for patients attending clinics as required.

Advise patients/visitors of any identified delays that occur and explain to individuals why other patients may have to be seen sooner.

During the clinic session, liaise with all clinical staff to ensure the smooth running of the clinic.

Process daily clinic activities as per procedures including; printing the clinic booking summary, the booking of appointments, completion of appointment cards, recording patient in register (diabetes and LMC only),production of appointment letters, discharging patients, recording arrival/departure times, recording ethnicity/transgender information, liaising with clinical/directorate staff regarding next available appointment and entering relevant data regarding patient appointment into PAS system.

Provide advice/guidance in relation to Friends & Family testing /Consent for Consent.

Complete clinic outcome forms in a timely manner preferably during clinic session.

Direct patients to other areas/departments within the Trust using experiential knowledge.

Issue travel expenses claim forms to patients upon request, ensuring details entered upon the form align with the information recorded on the PAS system. In the event of a discrepancy, refer to General Office.

Prepare scanning folders for outpatient clinics following trust procedures and protocols.

Receive patient identifiable information via fax/email.

Print ID sheets/labels as necessary.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard with 4 GCSE's at level A-C (or equivalent)

Desirable

• ECDL, CLAIT or IBT qualification
• Registration with and/or working towards records management or legislative qualification e.g. ISEB, DPA, IHRIM, BCS, Records Management Society etc.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with the public/patients
• Clerical experience with the ability to undertake duties including filing, photocopying, scanning, data entry, faxing, email etc.

Desirable

• Experience working in a hospital or NHS environment
• Experienced user of a patient administration system (PAS)

Knowledge

Desirable

• Awareness of legislation, standards and guidelines relating to records and information
• Knowledge of health records processes or systems

Skills

Essential

• Accurate keyboard skills
• Ability to use own initiative
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Team player

Other

Essential

• Physically able to perform the duties of the post
• Ability to travel to any Trust site as required
• Courteous, polite and of smart appearance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broadgreen Hospital

Liverpool

L14 3LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide a localised catering service observing health, safety and hygiene procedures and maintaining high standards in all aspects.
• To deliver good principles of customer care ensuring helpfulness, awareness and compassion to patients, visitors, staff and colleagues.
• Regeneration of chilled/frozen food and preparation of sauces.
• Preparation of patient meal trays.
• Plating and service of cold and hot food items with meal delivery to patients, including service of condiments.
• Probing and recording food temperatures. Recording of equipment temperatures.
• Beverage service to patients. Washing and refilling of patients water jugs and beakers.
• To take the patient orders and communicate the requirements to the catering department.
• Clearing of meal trays, crockery and cutlery for all food areas.
• Collection, segregation and disposal of catering waste materials.
• Cleaning duties within the kitchen and other associated areas in accordance with departmental cleaning schedules to include equipment, work surfaces crockery and cutlery.
• Ordering and receipt of goods from the main catering production unit in accordance with the agreed stock requirements ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained.
• Completion of catering department procedural paperwork such as temperature checks and monitoring.
• To undertake training as required to fulfil this role and any further training which will enhance both personal effectiveness and also the delivery of high standards of service.
• To work co-operatively with colleagues as part of the team and perform additional duties as and when directed by the catering supervisor

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous catering experience at a supervisory level
• Previous Industrial Catering experience

Knowledge

Essential

• A general understanding of why food hygiene is important
• Health and safety basic knowledge
• Knowledge of Cash handling and till systems

Skills

Essential

• Excellent Communication skills
• Basic data inputting either manually or using a computer/tablet
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent organisation skills

Other

Essential

• Willingness to work flexibly and at other sites when required.
• Ability and willingness to undertake further training as necessary.

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate
• ILM certificate NVQ 3 in catering subject/equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Prescot Street

Liverpool

L7 8XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Work as directed by catering supervisors in accordance with local procedures.

Assist chefs with basic food preparation and cooking.

Use of equipment and machinery and cleaning materials as required.

Use of industrial catering equipment

Taking and recording of food temperatures as directed, report temperature failures.

Compliance with food hygiene and Health and Safety regulations

Please refer to the attached job description for full details

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous catering experience

Desirable

• Previous Industrial Catering experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, Dishwashing or pan washing machinery

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of the importance of good food hygiene
• Health and safety basic knowledge
• Numeracy and literacy skills

Desirable

• Barista training
• Knowledge of cash till systems

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent

Desirable

• Food/Hygiene certificate

Skills

Essential

• Communication skills
• Data inputting
• Team working skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree site

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Undertake a wide range of complex scientific procedures which result in the interpretation of biological samples that contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and the investigation of other pathological processes. They will dissect the full range of specimens from all specialties (Category A-C) as required and competent and may dissect select specimens from all specialties as per training and competence (Cat D-E).

Communicate using a wide range of complex scientific and medical terminology to clinical colleagues including pathologists, surgeons and radiologists ensuring full comprehension and appropriate action.

Play a lead role in the education, training and development of Biomedical Scientists and junior medical staff in the macroscopic description, dissection and sampling of specimens.

Play an active role in the service's training and education programme

Plays an active role in coordination and management of collection of tissue for research purposes.

For a full list of duties, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrates a high level of resilience and ability to deal with distressing and stressful circumstances
• Able to maintain concentration for long periods of time in order to produce timely, accurate clinically focussed work
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills at all levels of organisation
• Able to write complex documents with clarity and precision

Qualifications

Essential

• BMS Diploma of Expert practice in Histological Dissection
• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist
• MSc (or equivalent) in relevant specialty
• Member of the Institute of Biomedical Science

Desirable

• Post-graduate management qualification or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 24 months dissection experience including benign and malignant resections
• Competency assessments for RCPath specimen types Cat A-C in all specialties demonstrated
• Evidence of training Biomedical Scientists and junior medical staff
• Experience of leadership and management within a Pathology setting

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of comprehensive CPD portfolio in relevant specialty
• Up to date knowledge of Royal College of Pathologists guidelines for specimen dissection
• Up to date knowledge of Evidence based national and international patient care pathways
• Understanding of Health & Safety requirements in laboratory
• Understanding of up to date UKAS/ISO15189 or equivalent standards for medical laboratory accreditation

Skills

Essential

• Advanced macroscopic tissue recognition and dissection skills
• Evidence of ability to order appropriate ancillary tests (e.g. fresh tissue collection)
• Able to produce high quality macroscopic descriptions for clinicians in all Trusts in a timely fashion meeting departmental KPI's
• Autonomy in dissection of comprehensive range of surgical specimens (Category A-C)
• Able to manage and prioritise the work of the dissection room.
• Assessment of the suitability of set procedures for any given specimen and using judgement to carry out alternatives.
• Able to organise own workload and do so under pressure
• Able to obtain appropriate biological control material, use of other specific control measures where appropriate and complete the validation of such material

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Clinical Laboratories

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of the Income Team, assisting the Finance officers in providing support on all financial matters. To also assist in providing financial information as and when necessary which relate to Trust issues.

Working with the Corporate Accountant, the post holder will develop and produce information to support accurate and timely monthly Income position for for the Trust and to feed into the Trusts position for internal and external corporate reporting

The post does not have any direct supervisory responsibility, however the post holder would be expected to support the Finance Officers in training new staff in what is quite a technically demanding role.

The nature of the position requires that the post plays a role in the financial reporting of the Trust. High levels of IT skills are essential to deal with the wide range of systems used within the department

The nature of the post requires a high level of VDU usage. In addition, the monthly reporting cycle requires a high level of input for approximately 2 weeks out of every month, this can be extremely demanding at times.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths or equivalent

Desirable

• AAT or equivalent

Skills

Essential

• Possess a high degree of numeracy and accuracy and the ability to work with spreadsheets to provide high quality financial information
• Demonstrable ability to work with Microsoft Office particularly Excel, Access and Word.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to organize their own work and demonstrate initiative required to ensure that all tasks are completed.
• Good communication in order to work effectively, confidently liaising with staff within the department, Trust and other Trusts
• Demonstrates high level of commitment to personal and professional development.