Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be part of a fast paced, ever evolving community MDT, where your proven ability to make high level clinical decisions will aid patient recovery. This will include having a direct link to the patients GP, as well as other health care professionals to prevent hospital admission.

You will provide clinical leadership within the Urgent Community Response (UCR) and Hospital at Home teams, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions and support early discharge. The role includes managing day-to-day service delivery, coordinating and prioritising caseloads, supervising and supporting staff, ensuring safe staffing and skill mix, and contributing to quality improvement, governance, and service development in line with organisational standards.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registered qualification
• Practice supervisor/Practice Assessor
• Evidence of a range of clinical competencies appropriate for the role.
• Degree level qualification in relevant training or equivalent knowledge and experience in health related subject

Desirable

• Relevant urgent care, community, frailty or long term conditions related training
• Health Assessment course
• Non -Medical Prescriber

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of delivering care in acute, community, intermediate care or urgent care setting
• Experience of working independently whilst recognising professional boundaries
• Evidence of CPD aligned to the role
• Understanding of integrated care systems and community pathways
• Leadership and supervision skills

Desirable

• Experience in urgent community response, virtual ward, frailty or admission avoidance services
• Knowledge of the national UCR services specifications (2 hour response model)

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake a full range of secretarial duties for consultants and their team. To produce and forward all patient letters, and other correspondence in line with current standards using audio typing and/or dedicated software. To deal with all post, faxes, e-mails, results etc. on a daily basis and prioritise as necessary to ensure consultants and their team are aware of urgent results and information.Take responsibility for all new referrals; liaise with the appointment centre staff and other coordinators such as specialist nurses and cancer MDT coordinators, other nursing and medical staff to ensure new referrals are promptly seen/treated in line with the current guidelines.Request appointments as required and liaise with outpatient booking teams.Prepare relevant notes, results and scans for clinics. Use initiative to obtain missing details, results and x-rays.To understand the full patient pathway, and the impact of local decisions on this pathway by having thorough knowledge of working practices, medical treatments, associated speciality(ies), and departments.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general standard of education to GCSE level or equivalent including English

Desirable

• RSA II or equivalent in word processing/audio typing
• RSA III, Medical secretarial qualification (BSMS Certificate) or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates the ability to prioritise workload and to adapt effectively to changing priorities
• Evidence of establishing and maintaining effective filing systems
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent telephone manner
• Excellent spelling and grammar

Desirable

• Working knowledge of the Trust Patient Administration System (Cerner) (*)
• Advanced keyboard and audio typing skills o Working knowledge of Word, email and internet
• Working knowledge of a range of software packages e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, and locally used data bases e.g. ICE
• Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology
• Broad knowledge of medical terminology
• Detailed knowledge of patient pathways and advanced medical terminology in own area of work (*)
• Detailed knowledge of patient pathways and advanced medical terminology in own area of work (*)

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Monitor and accurately document any changes in clients mental state, physical wellbeing, mood, behaviour, and overall presentation, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Provide person-centred care in accordance with agreed care plans, MDT decisions, and organisational policies.
• Maintain awareness of the Mental Health Act (MHA) and ensure care is delivered safely, lawfully, and respectfully.
• Communicate clearly and professionally through verbal, written, telephone, and face-to-face interactions.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including: Personal hygiene and grooming, Nutrition and fluid intake, Dressing and laundry, Maintaining a clean and safe personal environment, Sleep and rest routines, Mobility and physical activity, Toileting and elimination needs
• Respect and promote each clients individuality, dignity, privacy, cultural background, values, sexuality, and spiritual beliefs.
• Encourage participation in meaningful social, therapeutic, and recreational activities to promote wellbeing and recovery.
• Build professional and therapeutic relationships with clients while maintaining clear professional boundaries at all times.
• Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care and recovery plans.
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff, MDT members, external agencies, carers, and other professionals to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Carry out escort duties for clients attending appointments, activities, or leave arrangements as directed by the nurse in charge.
• Conduct observations in accordance with individual care plans, client risk levels, and HPT Trust policies.
• Participate in and, where appropriate, co-facilitate therapeutic groups and structured engagement activities.
• Undertake and accurately record physical observations, including: Blood pressure, Temperature, Pulse, Respirations, Blood glucose monitoring, Urinalysis, Weight and height measurements
• Promptly report all physical observation results, concerns, or abnormalities to the nurse in charge.
• Complete all mandatory training requirements, including the Care Certificate Induction Programme where applicable.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• An NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care is desirable

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as a paid or unpaid carer

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Farnham Road and Silverwood

Guildford & Chertsey

GU2 7LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To undertake comprehensive assessments of service users physical, psychological, social and emotional needs, and to develop, implement and regularly review individualised care plans.

• To lead the clinical management of a designated group of service users, coordinating care delivery and prioritising clinical needs to ensure safe and effective outcomes.

• To coordinate the clinical environment on a shift-by-shift basis, ensuring appropriate staffing, delegation of duties and continuity of care.

• To observe, report and accurately document changes in service users physical condition, mental state and behaviour, escalating concerns appropriately.

• To work collaboratively with the MDT, including medical staff, allied health professionals, social care and external agencies, contributing to care planning and review.

• To maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant mental health and learning disability legislation, national guidance, Trust policies and evidence-based practice, applying this to clinical decision-making.

• To identify, provide and supervise the delivery of physical care to support activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, nutrition and hydration, mobility, manual handling, elimination, sleep and rest, and maintaining a safe personal environment.

• To undertake and supervise prescribed physical health observations, including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood glucose monitoring, urinalysis, weight and height, reporting and acting on abnormal findings.

• To ensure the safe and accurate administration of prescribed medication in line with Trust policy, and to monitor and document therapeutic effects and adverse reactions.

• To provide therapeutic interventions, emotional support and stability to service users, promoting engagement, recovery and independence while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

• To act in a manner that respects and promotes service users individuality, cultural background, values, sexuality and spiritual beliefs, challenging and addressing any behaviour that undermines equality and diversity.

• To supervise, mentor and support junior staff and students, facilitating learning opportunities and ensuring they are actively engaged in patient care and therapeutic activities.

• To create and maintain effective professional relationships with colleagues, other professionals and external agencies to support integrated care and positive service user outcomes.

• To work within Trust and professional guidelines relating to consent, capacity and safeguarding, ensuring service users rights and best interests are upheld.

• To demonstrate an understanding of the range of therapeutic interventions available, the supporting evidence base and potential outcomes for service users, applying this knowledge to practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registration RMN

Desirable

• Mentorship qualification

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience: either 6 months' experience or successful completion of preceptorship

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Farnham Road and Silverwood

Guildford & Chertsey

GU2 7LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See main duties

To have the skills necessary to use the BSPS LIMS system (Winpath Enterprise) for data entry, result entry, report authorisation and accessing older authorised reports.

To use the ipassport document control software package to record training and competency + access controlled documents

Person Specification

Attitude, Behaviour and Values

Essential

• Seeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered
• Flexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives
• Supports learning and development of self and others
• Willing and able to take personal responsibility
• Always puts patients first and customer service focused

Desirable

• already works within NHS setting

Qualifications and Further Training

Essential

• At least 5 GCSE's or NVQ to level 2 or equivalent qualifications
• I.T systems including Microsoft packages

Desirable

• NVQ to level 2 or higher qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an admin team
• helpdesk experience

Desirable

• Use of BSPS LIMS e.g. Winpath Enterprise to include accessing patient results and data entry.
• Customer service experience

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work to deadlines, well organised and flexible.
• Multi-tasking skills, prioritisation skills and initiative
• Written and verbal communication skills including a clear concise and polite telephone manner
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with all members of staff.
• Good computer skills and proficient with Microsoft package

Desirable

• Advanced experience with using MS package
• Analytical skills in collecting, analysing information and make informed decisions

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peters Hospital

Guildford road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist in the provision of a high quality Molecular Diagnostics service across six acute NHS Foundation Trust Hospitals across Surrey, Sussex and Berkshire.To deliver the highest quality service in a comprehensive, efficient and cost effective manner.To be responsible for the day to day provision of services and ensure services within their remit are delivered to the highest standard.To support the Specialty Lead in the development of new services and the ongoing improvement of existing services.To deputise for the Specialty Lead in overseeing provision of the routine service, providing operational guidance and support for junior laboratory staff on as necessary.To manage the junior staff in the Molecular Diagnostic department.To teach and train staff in the discipline of Molecular Diagnostics, oversee their competency skills and ensure that these are maintained to the standards appropriate to their skill set.To contribute to UKAS submissions for the Department and ensure processes conform to the standards required in the Quality Management System (QMS) in order to maintain UKAS accreditation ISO15189:2022.To be aware of current and developments in professional standards and national policies that pertain to the delivery of Molecular Diagnostics services.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in biological science subject
• Higher degree or qualification in relevant specialism or equivalent extensive laboratory experience in a similar role/environment
• State registration with HCPC, either BMS or Clinical Scientist
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of molecular techniques and its use in clinical diagnostics
• Experience of working in a relevant NHS laboratory
• Experience & knowledge of duties required to support senior lab staff gained by experience in a similar role
• Experience in working with a quality management system
• Experience of managing junior staff
• Experience in developing laboratory processes
• Experience in critically evaluation and validating new laboratory processes
• Experience in assessing diagnostic results and authorizing.
• Ability to write and develop Standard Operating Procedures
• Experience in training and supervising laboratory staff
• An understanding of budget management

Desirable

• Experience in recruiting staff
• Track record of developing clinical service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Business, Homecare and Service Coordination

Support the operation delivery and ongoing development of homecare services, ensuring effective coordination of processes and continuity of service.

Manage invoicing and homecare administrative processes, ensuring workloads are prioritised appropriately and queries are managed in a timely and effective manner.

Provide oversight of the Invoicing/Homecare team in relation to day-to-day operation issues, service queries and workload coordination.

Provide cover for distribution activity where required, maintaining effective working relationships with Procurement, Invoicing, Dispensary and other key teams to support safe and effective service delivery.

Act as a key link between operational pharmacy services and the Business Team, supporting reporting requirements, service monitoring and financial governance processes.

Support the preparation, validation and submission of reports relating to tariff excluded and other high-cost medicines to commissioners, in accordance with local and national requirements.

Act as senior signatory for signing off homecare schemes with homecare providers following clinical approval.

Assist in responding to commissioner queries and challenges relating to reimbursement and reporting, ensuring information provided is accurate and timely.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of effective processes linking homecare, invoicing, distribution, procurement and business functions to support safe and efficient service delivery.

Communication

Demonstrate highly developed communication skills to convey complex pharmacy operational information whilst deputising for the senior pharmacy operations manager, clearly and professionally to multidisciplinary teams, senior managers, clinicians, and external stakeholders, adapting the communication style to suit the audience and ensuring safe and effective service delivery.

Lead and facilitate regular operational meetings, departmental briefings, and service improvement discussions, ensuring clear dissemination of information, encouraging staff engagement, and promoting collaborative decision-making across pharmacy services.

Manage difficult and sensitive conversations with professionalism and empathy, including handling complaints, resolving service issues, addressing staff performance concerns, and negotiating solutions while maintaining positive working relationships.

Produce and present high-quality reports, business cases, standard operating procedures (SOPs), policies, and performance data, translating complex operational and financial information into clear, evidence-based recommendations for senior management.

Develop effective working relationships across clinical, operational, procurement, finance, and digital teams to support the delivery of safe, efficient, and patient-centred pharmacy services, acting as a key communication link between frontline staff and senior leadership.

Provide leadership, coaching, and constructive feedback to pharmacy staff, fostering an open culture of communication, continuous learning, and quality improvement while supporting organisational change and service transformation initiatives.

General responsibilities

Maintain a high standard of work and promote the professional image of Pharmacy within and outside the department.

Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff.

Ensure that safe working systems are in operation in accordance with Trust and departmental procedures.

Ensure that all legal requirements relating to the dispensing and storage of pharmaceutical products in the dispensary are met and are in accordance with criteria set out under COSHH regulations.

Participate in weekend, bank holiday rotas.

Support the provision of weekend in accordance with local procedures

Represent the pharmacy department at relevant meetings both on and off site.

Participate in dispensing services including the final accuracy checking of prescriptions / orders for inpatients, outpatients, patients being discharged in accordance with local standards, policies, and safe systems of work.

Supervise work carried out by other pharmaceutical staff within remit as required, ensuring compliance with agreed standards.

Participate in statutory and mandatory training

Provide counselling to outpatients to ensure that they gain maximum benefit from their medicines.

It is the responsibility of every employee to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and the health and safety of anyone else who may be affected by what they do.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of the trust and in consultation with the post holder.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NV Level 3, BTEC or equivalent qualification
• Registration with the General Pharmaceuetical Council

Desirable

• Leadership/management qualification

ACPT Qualification

Essential

• Achieved certification.

Desirable

• Practice Supervisor Qualification

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashford and St Peters Hospital

Guilford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the role, job plan and person specification

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration and a license to practice with the GMC
• MBBS or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent

Desirable

• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Cardiology
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for GIM

Experience

Essential

• 4 years post graduate training/experience with at least 2 years in Cardiology or a relevant specialty
• Understand the principals of Clinical Governance
• Evidence of experience of / commitment to audit and improving clinical practice/service development

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey Hospital

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To therapeutically engage with patients who have a mental health condition or are experiencing psychological distress.

To always deliver care in accordance with the principles of least restriction and in line with national guidance including NICE guidelines for managing disturbed behaviour.

To understand continuous risk assessment of the patient and escalate any increase in risk.

To identify when patients are experiencing anxiety/distress and therapeutically engage with them to alleviate these symptoms.

To identify escalation of risk and actively de-escalate the situation.

To undertake therapeutic activities with the patient, that are appropriate to their presentation.

To identify an issue that prevents the therapeutic engagement of the patient.

Provide excellent customer care skills to ensure patients come first.

Undertakes a range of delegated clinical care duties to deliver agreed plans of care, acting on own initiative.

To ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.

Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals.

To act as an advocate for patients within the department, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines.

Provides support and assistance to professionals in the implementation of plans of care for individual patients.

Assist with fluid and dietary needs of patients including completion of menu cards and recording intake and output of fluids and solids.

As directed to collect specimens from patients and to record routine observations of weight, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiratory rate. Report any abnormalities and concerns to a Registered Nurse.

Recognise when patients are in pain and discomfort and report to nurse in charge.

Under the direction of trained staff maintain and develop own skills including:

Monitoring and recording of vital signs to include blood pressure

Simple, aseptic dressings

Monitoring and recording of blood glucose levels

Oxygen Saturations

To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies to ensure the patient receives appropriate and safe care.

To undertake physical interventions (restraint) as a last resort only and to maintain up to date training in this area.

To assist the Registered Nurse with the safe handling and mobilisation of patients and when necessary to assist in the transportation of patients.

To chaperone patients to other clinical departments, following assessment by a registered nurse, to maintain patient safety.

Under the direction of the Healthcare Professional participate in the assessment, admission, discharge and handover of patients.

Provide reassurance, support to patients, carers and family.

Ensure own actions help to maintain quality.

To respond to patient requests for non-clinical information to improve communication.

Establish and maintain communication with people on routine and operational matters.

To act always in a manner which, promotes positive working relationships and maintains the professional image of the Trust.

Understand and adhere to all Trust polices, guidelines and procedures in particular, Health and Safety, Fire Safety, Waste Management and Resuscitation policies to maintain a safe working environment for patients and staff.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent (with a minimum of 5 A-E qualifications which must include Maths and English).
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification or demonstrate experience/development
• Care certificate

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• At least one year's experience as a Healthcare Support Worker with in NHS hospital

Desirable

• Able to provide quality care responsive to the patient's needs without close supervision and taking the initiative within protocols, policies, and care plans
• Empathy for individuals who have experienced mental health problems and the ability to cope with challenging behaviour
• Communication: exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers, and relatives, remaining sensitive and empathetic

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the role, job plan and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration and a license to practice with the GMC
• MBBS or equivalent
• Higher medical qualification

Desirable

• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Oncology
• Teaching/Education Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience of Oncology care
• Relevant experience of management of Oncological emergencies
• Broad oncology experience in a variety of tumor sites

Desirable

• Ability to plan SABR treatments independently
• Experienced in HDR practice - holds Arsac license to practice

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey Hospital

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the full Job description & person specification

Appointments & Patient Contact

The post holder will be responsible for the administration tasks within the T&O outpatient clinics. These tasks include, but are not limited to, inputting data and uploading referrals to data systems, making appointments with patients, sending out patient information, contacting members of the MDT, as well as general administration.

1. Use the electronic booking system on Cerner to partial book non complex referrals on day of receipt following prioritisation by a senior clinical member of staff.

2. Book/ reschedule outpatient fracture clinic appointments as required whilst ensuring a high level of data accuracy.

3. Rearrange patient appointments as requested by patients or staff into most appropriate slot. Maximise use of available clinic space by booking patients into cancelled slots and bringing forwards patients at short notice.

4. Ability to problem solve non complex queries whilst patients are on the telephone/at the desk such as most appropriate clinic/ clinician. Refer to team lead for more complex queries.

Any other ad hoc duties given to you by the Supervisor that enables the safe and efficient running of the orthotics department.

Please refer to full Job description & person specification

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• PC literate, able to use email, word and excel, outlook etc. Experience of Cerner preferable but training will be given
• Understanding of a range of Trust policies and management procedures.

Desirable

• Understanding of medical conditions and terminology.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE C/5 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Cerner training for electronic booking (on the job training will be given and competencies need to be achieved).

Skills and Capabilities

Essential

• Good time management and ability to prioritise tasks appropriately
• Able to manage communication with tact and diplomacy.
• Proven ability to problem solve and act proactively.
• Ability to use a standard PC and MS Office packages

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Surrey Hospital

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• You will be expected to assist with the receipt, prioritisation and pre-analytical processing of potentially infectious samples. You will also be required to use some basic laboratory devices such as a centrifuge by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), under supervision as required. There will be regular interaction with healthcare professional by telephone and in person at the reception hatch. There will also be interaction with drivers, engineers and members of the general public as the reception is the main point of entrance to pathology.
• You will need to have good computer skills as request entry is an essential part of the role.
• You will need to have good verbal communication skills as answering frequent telephone queries and personal interactions are a routine activity.
• You will need to maintain focus as some tasks are repetitive in nature.
• You will need to demonstrate good written communication skills as documentation is an essential part of good laboratory practice.
• You will need to have good listening skills and be able to both receive instruction and communicate your responses and suggestions effectively.
• You may need to work flexibly, including late shift and weekend participation as necessary.
• An understanding of basic biomedical terminology and equipment is desirable.
• Appreciation and demonstration of the trusts core values is also desirable.

Person Specification

Ability

Essential

• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Flexibility with working hours

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of Medical Terminology

Experience

Essential

• Good keyboard skills
• Experience of working in a busy environment
• Good team player

Desirable

• A can do attitude to work
• Ability to work on own
• Experience of working in a specimen reception department in pathology
• Experience of working with laboratory applications Winpath enterprise

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Peter's Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description for full details

Clinical or technical

To take a leading role in the advanced assessment, clinical diagnosis and treatment of patients with acute medical illnesses. These patients often have complex and or chronic presentation.

To act as a lead specialist occupational therapy resource using highly developed clinical skills in theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience.

To be responsible as an autonomous practitioner to undertake a significant specialist clinical caseload and use excellent clinical reasoning skills to utilise a wide range of treatment skills and options to formulate a specialised programme of care using a range of interventions.

To use investigative and analytical skills, manual assessment techniques and diagnostic procedures to assess complex patients, to support other more junior staff with their patients as required and to make referrals to other disciplines and agencies as appropriate.

To formulate accurate prognoses and recommend best course of intervention, developing comprehensive discharge plans.

To support less experienced staff with their patient caseload.

To set and maintain a high standard of clinical care using evidence-based practice, keeping up to date with clinical developments, analysing current research, critiquing and implementing changes in clinical practice and encouraging this throughout the team.

To use ongoing investigative and analytical skills, assessment techniques and diagnostic procedures to assess complex patients.

To demonstrate sound clinical reasoning skills and select appropriate treatments.

To be able to adapt treatments dependent on clinical outcome and formulate an appropriate plan.

To attend relevant board rounds and meetings as required, to ensure appropriate management and effective and timely discharge of patients.

Leadership or managerial

Work in close conjunction with Clinical Lead for PT and OT for Medicine and other Band 7 Team Leads

To be jointly responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the occupational therapy and physiotherapy service to the medical wards as the Trust reconfigures its bed base.

Act as a role model and resource, providing information and promoting high standards of patient care, whilst working closely with other professionals

Supervise junior and senior staff within team.

Effectively plan the daily management of a caseload of patients by prioritising clinical work, responding to urgent referrals and frequently unpredictable work patterns

Maintain the high standards of the service by contributing to the individual team and service objectives.

Ensure team working within Ashford and St Peters Hospitals, assisting other members to effectively prioritise, plan and manage their caseloads.

Demonstrate ability to prioritise clinical and managerial work and balance other patient related and professional activities as the department requires.

Participate in the appraisal scheme as an appraiser and appraisee

To work with the Therapy Managers in developing strategic and operational management of the Occupational Therapy Service.

Demonstrate a high level of understanding of clinical governance and clinical risk

Initiate and lead projects to develop services in line with recent NHS initiatives and guidance and in response to local demand.

Work as part of the Occupational therapy Team to provide an efficient and effective service.

Communication

Demonstrate ability to communicate complex and sensitive information to patients, carers and other staff including imparting unwelcome news relating to their rehabilitation potential and gaining consent for treatment.

Assess patients understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment..

Take responsibility for leading/supporting local team meetings to ensure accurate and timely information giving and receiving.

Initiate and maintain good contact with local service both internally and externally.

Provide advice to other disciplines both internally and externally to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to care.

Initiate and maintain contacts with local and national clinical interest groups appropriate to the clinical field and to share and disseminate knowledge with colleagues working within the directorate.

Education

Supervise and lead on the professional development and training of Occupational Therapists and other members of the team in the specialist field.

Undertake regular supervision with individuals to support clinical reasoning and to undertake joint problem patient sessions as facilitator and participant.

Take responsibility for the training of junior staff, students or assistants/technicians within own clinical area.

Participate in any training sessions as a recipient and facilitator within the department and MDT.

Disseminate any training received to other staff and healthcare professionals.

Be actively involved in special interest groups to share and disseminate knowledge to colleagues.

Information and reporting

Collect & record data accurately in accordance with professional guidelines and ASPH Values.

Research and Development

To take responsibility for the writing of evidence based clinical guidelines and protocols as appropriate to the speciality and for regularly reviewing and updating those guidelines.

Demonstrate the use of relevant information and research findings to support and promote evidence-based practice within the clinical area.

Promote clinical excellence through initiating & participating in setting, maintaining and monitoring standards of care within a clinical governance framework.

Participate in both clinical and organisational audit to continually evaluate the effectiveness of the service.

Service improvement

Monitor and maintain acceptable standards of care in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team

To develop services in line with recent NHS and other initiatives and guidance.

General responsibilities

To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties as qualified and able,

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational therapy
• Appropriate training at MSc Level of equivalent experiential development

Desirable

• Leadership training

Experience

Essential

• Experience as a senior OT in surgery/cardiorespiratory/neuro/general and elderly medicine
• Experience working within an acute hospital setting
• Supervision of junior and/or support staff
• Experience of leading a team

Desirable

• Experience in teaching in a variety of ways

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Advanced assessment, treatment, clinical reasoning and discharge planning
• Knowledge of relevant clinical guidelines
• Use of audit to improve interventions/services

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Peter's Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To use the Trusts information systems appropriately in the outpatient hand therapy department to record all referrals ensuring data accuracy with patient details, referrer details and referral dates highlighting any referrals which require urgent attention and investigating any discrepancies or missing information.

2. To ensure that clinic appointments are used effectively and efficiently with appropriate bookings made according to the type and urgency of treatment required.

3. To send any relevant paperwork or telephone patients informing them of an appointment time/changes and any other relevant information pertinent to their appointment.

4. Work with the iMSK admin hub to process iMSK referrals for health professional teams.

5. To undertake the full range of reception duties for the hand therapy outpatient department. This will include assisting patients whilst checking in, out-coming appointments and rebooking appointments with the patient.

6. To deal with telephone enquiries regarding all hand therapy outpatient appointments and to make appropriate changes/amendments using the Trusts information systems in line with departmental guidance.

7. Action daily reports that show appointment cancellations or require those that require rebooking in order to maximise clinic utilisation.

8. To advise patients of non-clinical information e.g., outpatient waiting times.

9. To update the waiting list records as required.

10. To prepare patient records for the hand therapy department.

11. To be responsible for booking transport for patients and liaising with the transport services to ensure that patients arrival and return journeys are planned in conjunction with patient need and clinic requirements.

12. To file and archive clinical records

13. To run daily reports and any other ad hoc reports from the Trusts information system.

14. To be responsible, in cooperation with the senior hand therapy staff for cancelling clinics in the event of unplanned absence adhering to department policies.

15.To discharge patients in line with the departmental policies and procedures.

16. To make changes to clinic templates as required

17. To collect, open and date stamp post for the department.

18. To undertake photocopying and other general clerical duties as required for the hand therapy department.

19. To attend staff meetings and any other meetings as appropriate.

20. To liaise with GPs, medical staff, wards, physiotherapists, iMSK admin hub and colleagues as required.

21. To provide cover for other non-clinical roles within the department as required

22. To assist with ordering stationery and other office supplies.

23. To assist in running the hand therapy equipment shop, ensuring efficient handling of cash in line with policies and procedures.

24. To assist in the process of patients and other parties accessing medical records. Ensuring that correspondence with solicitors and other communication is carried out in a timely manner in accordance with policies and procedures.

25. To maintain a safe working environment liaising with other departments and completing incident forms as required.

26. To prioritise workload and work without supervision when necessary.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Achieved English + Maths Qualification

Desirable

• Knowledge of Microsoft Computer Packages

Experience

Essential

• Telephone + Face to Face Customer/Patient Experience
• Team Working
• Taking initiative
• Meeting goals/deadlines

Desirable

• Experience working in a health or social care setting

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Able to work to deadlines and under pressure
• Good organisational skills
• Able to prioritise workload
• Flexible

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashford Hospital

London Road

Ashford, Surrey

TW15 3AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

A. Duties and Responsibilities:

Communications and Relationships

1. To perform office functions such as communicating with service users in person or by telephone and arranging times for postmortems with Coroners officers and pathologists. This will include bereaved and grieving relatives, Coroners officers, police, pathologists, nurses, hospital-based Clinicians, bereavement officers, porters and other Trust staff.

2. To liaise with tissue and organ recovery teams always complying with the Trust consent process

3. To liaise with other trusts and local midwives with respect to transporting deceased babies from Central Delivery Suite

Analytical and judgement skills

1. To assist with the procedures required to prepare a deceased for identification and to viewing. This includes potential contact with distressed grieving relatives and legislated authorities.

2. Provision of appropriate specimen containers during postmortem examinations; accurately receive, label, store and transport specimens (Blood, urine, swabs, organs, tissues) taken for analysis and laboratory examination in a safe manner.

3. To be responsible for taking, packaging and arranging the transportation of blood, urine and other body fluids required for further analysis under the direction of HM Coroner to outside laboratories (eg Forensic laboratories). To keep an accurate up to date log on the mortuary computer and relevant paper records

4. To obtain skills to such a level as to be able to assist APT staff in the supervised reconstruction of the deceased after postmortem to an acceptable standard including packing, padding and suturing.

Planning and organisation

1. To be responsible for keeping accurate records of the deceased and their property in the mortuary register

2. To be responsible for the safe disposal of all clinical waste from the mortuary and postmortem room as required by Trust waste disposal policy including the safe bagging of dirty/soiled linen as required by the Trusts policy on dirty/soiled linen.

3. To be responsible for ensuring the safekeeping of property and valuables of the deceased in accordance with Trust policies and procedures

4. To be responsible for acquiring clean theatre gowns, towels and disposable personal protective equipment for Pathologists and APT staff.

5. To partake in the stock checking of all the mortuary stock items. To assist with the cost-effective purchase and provision of stock in order to maintain the smooth running of the office and mortuary area.

6. Ensuring all documentation is kept up to date and correct as required for accrediting organisations, including current HTA standards and kept in accordance with departmental protocols, this includes correct disposal of relevant documents.

7. Enact re-ordering protocols if stock items fall below minimum levels, to place any order direct to Pathology Administration.

8. Use and maintain equipment within the department in compliance with departmental policy.

9. To identify and undertake any training courses that may be considered appropriate.

10. To partake in the compiling and forwarding of relevant statistics to the Mortuary Services Manager.

11. To participate in cross site cover when requested.

12. To participate in the on call rota on a regular basis.

Physical skills

1. To use hand eye co-ordination and manipulation skills in accurately numbering patient sample containers and subsequent tissue cassettes

2. Assisting during receipt and removal of bodies from the body store, including bariatric cases and managing this process under the direction of the Senior APT by liaising with funeral directors and other hospital staff according to mortuary and load management protocols and using appropriate load management equipment. Bodies can weigh in excess of 50 stone but the average weight moved on a daily basis is between 8 and 15 stone

3. To assist in the post mortem service, performing eviscerations and reconstruction to a high standard.

Patient care responsibilities

1. To treat all deceased with appropriate respect

Policy Development

1. To assist the Mortuary Services Manager in reviewing and formulating escalation and contingency plans, especially for peak work times (eg winter and bank holidays)

Working conditions

1. To be responsible for the thorough cleaning and decontamination of the postmortem room.

2. To be responsible, under direction, for the correct cleaning and maintenance of equipment

3. To use appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing when dealing with dangerous substances as outlined in general and COSHH risk assessments, in particular care must be taken with formaldehyde and cleaning materials

4. To be aware of, and always comply with, Health and Safety regulations and safe laboratory practices.

5. To always comply with the requirement of the Data Protection Act

Health and Safety

1. As an employee, you also have a duty to take reasonable care of your own Health and Safety. This include ensuring that you are aware of and follow all Trust Health and Safety and infection control procedures relevant to your work and participate in relevant mandatory training and annual infection control updates. You will be expected to consistently follow high standard of infection control practice, and this include hand cleansing and aseptic techniques for clinical staff

2. To comply with lone working conditions outlined as part of mortuary procedures, ensuring the safety of self and others as per point 2 above.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 NVQ or equivalent

Desirable

• Level 4 NVQ or equivalent

trust value

Essential

• able to demonstrate trust values

Desirable

• able to articulate trust values

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

st Peters Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will deliver patient care on a daily basis. They should be expert in all areas of nursing care from patients admission to discharge, which facilitates clinical practice development. As nurse in charge they have overall responsibility for day-to-day management of their clinical area and for ensuring all care is delivered according to Trust policies and procedures maintaining associated records. They will manage, support and lead a team of nurses in the delivery of evidence based patient-centred care, which is of a high standard. They will assist the senior sister in the management of staff including appraisal, rotas, recruitment and selection and the supervision of learners. They will provide advice and support to patients, relatives and members of the multi-disciplinary team. Utilising clinical audit, research, supervision of practice and teaching, they will monitor and improve standards of care by efficient and effective use of resources and liaise with the senior sister at all times. The will provide leadership on the Trusts values and behaviours.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Part 1 or 12
• Recent post qualification or equivalent experience in acute setting
• Demonstrates professional updating of knowledge in past one/two years

Desirable

• Teaching qualification ENB 998 or City & Guilds 730 or equivalent
• First degree
• D32/33 [A1]NVQ Assessors Award

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable experience within acute hospital setting
• Can demonstrate up-to-date clinical credibility / competence
• Evidence of advanced skills in practice i.e. iv additives, cannulation and venepuncture
• Knowledge and understanding of current issues in acute NHS setting
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues such as complaints handling, clinical risk management.
• Evidence of research based practice

Desirable

• Clinical audit
• Evidence in changing practice and project management

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be a key member of the Paediatric Oncology Shared Care Unit (POSCU) multidisciplinary team (MDT), caring for children and teenagers (0-19 years) with cancer and their families. As a registered and accountable nurse, to act in the best interests of your patients at all times and take personal responsibility for your actions and decisions. To be responsible for patient assessment, planning of care, implementing and supervising safe and compassionate care, and evaluating the effectiveness of care. As an NMC registrant facilitate learning and development of others. You will be open, transparent and trustworthy. As a Trust employee act with integrity and uphold the values and beliefs of the Trust and the NMC Code of Conduct.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN (child) / RSCN /RGN with paediatric oncology experience/experience in a paediatric SACT setting
• Post registration education relevant to post. First level degree or working towards one.
• Evidence of recent professional updating and relevant personal development
• Teaching/Mentorship qualification
• Post registration oncology qualification or willing to undertake
• Administration of SACT course or to undertake and complete in the first 6 months of the role.

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge and experience of caring for children and teenagers with cancer and their families.
• Significant post registration experience at a senior nurse level or equivalent
• Can demonstrate up to date clinical credibility and competence
• Knowledge and experience of clinical governance issues such as complaints handling, clinical risk management
• Knowledge of the National Paediatric Oncology Service Specifications
• Experience in identifying need for and carrying out audits

Desirable

• Mentorship 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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are managed by an Occupational Therapist, working within a supportive and respectful multidisciplinary environment. Our close working relationships across acute and community services allow us to find creative solutions and provide the right care in the right place.

You will have regular access to clinical supervision and support from highly experienced OT colleagues, alongside opportunities to develop your professional skills and contribute to the continued development of the service.

The service operates 7 days a week, 8am6pm.We offer: Regular clinical supervision formal and informal Opportunities for professional & personal development In-service training & post graduate education Flexible Working Good multidisciplinary working

The post holder assists in the development, administration and provision of a specialist Occupational Therapy service; carries a varied caseload of recently discharged patients. Managing complex assessment, with predominantly physical conditions and with regard to the physical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual and social aspects of their care.

Directly responsible for the management of own caseload of patients referred for IDT assessment, treatment and management within the multi-disciplinary team/community.

Assists in the management of the specialist team providing, developing and planning an Occupational Therapy service to patients for this client group.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/degree in OT/PT by recognised awarding body e.g. Royal College of Occupational therapists/CSP.
• Must satisfy the criteria for full membership of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Further qualifications/Study

Desirable

• An approved supervisor for OT/PT degree students

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the role of Occupational Therapy for people with a wide range of physical dysfunction.
• Able to assess for and fit basic equipment to facilitate safe discharge
• Previous experience relating to specialist area
• Experience of working in an acute hospital setting
• Knowledge of relevant NHS and SS legislation
• Able to assess for and fit complex equipment and teach patient/carer in the safe use of these
• Experience with community/mental health conditions

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a high standard of individualised patient care reflecting individual competencies and education that involves relatives/carers as appropriate. To be responsible for the nursing care of a defined group of patients. To assist in the management and organisation of the nursing service in the clinical area including the teaching and management of more junior staff or those in training.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Part 1 or 12
• Evidence of recent professional updating and relevant personal development

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates professional awareness and knowledge
• For Emergency Department 6 months post qualification acute ward experience

Desirable

• Understanding of current issues in Acute NHS setting
• Consolidation of Nurse Training
• Can demonstrate up-to-date clinical credibility/competence
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues such as complaints handling, clinical risk management
• Knowledge of current NHS and Professional issues

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Royal Surrey Foundation Trust (RSFT) is a clinically led NHS trust providing joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services. Our compassionate, caring and friendly colleagues make up our Royal Surrey family and are at the heart of what we do. We all have a passion for learning, continuous improvement and excelling together through innovation, research and development. Royal Surrey Foundation Trust are working in partnership with Procare Health (a Federation for GP practices in Guildford and Waverley) providing adult community health services. The Tissue Viability service works very closely with district nurses, GPs, social care, local hospitals, other specialist nurses, therapists and others to help individuals manage their own conditions, maintain their independence and remain at home wherever possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Non-medical prescribing qualification
• Degree or masters level education in relevant specialist area
• To hold a specialist tissue viability qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of tissue viability specialty, acquired through post graduate course or equivalent experience.
• Wound care including pressure ulcers and leg ulcer expertise.
• Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development. Evidence of courses, conferences, study days. Be able to demonstrate how this has influenced practice.
• Must have an understanding of the national wound care strategy and current healthcare policy/national guidance and appreciate the implications of this on tissue viability field.
• Member of Nursing and Midwifery Council and other relevant organizations/professional bodies relevant to the post.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The main role of the TP is to work closely with medical colleagues as part of the with the ARCC clinical transfer team to deliver high-quality, safe and effective care whilst undertaking inter-hospital transfers. The TP provides support, care and necessary clinical interventions to patients in the hospital and transfer environment, using appropriate skills and equipment, ensuring they are transferred efficiently and safely to a facility which is best suited to provide treatment for their on-going clinical needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse, ACCP, ODP or paramedic registered with NMC or HCPC.
• Post-registration critical care course or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge and clinical skills in assessing and managing critically ill or deteriorating patients.
• Successful completion of IV medication administration and IV pump training.
• Successful completion of blood transfusion competencies.
• Successfully completed a Retrieval/Transfer Course (e.g. STricT) or willingness to complete upon appointment.
• Current adult resuscitation certificate (ILS or equivalent)
• Ability to interpret, analyse and act on information from multiple sources.

Desirable

• Local knowledge of the operational area and structure of the health care provision within the usual operational area.
• Evidence of relevant teaching/instructing in critical care or transfer.
• Completion of an advanced physical assessment course.
• Current advanced adult resuscitation certification (ALS or equivalent).
• Higher qualification in retrieval/transfer medicine (e.g. Diploma Immediate Medical Care, Diploma Retrieval and Transfer Medicine
• Evidence of degree level qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate expert critical care/acute care clinical skills.
• Significant relevant post registration experience in managing critically ill or deteriorating patients
• Evidence of managing critically ill or deteriorating patients within the last 18 months
• Evidence of mentorship/preceptorship roles.
• Experience of formal/informal teaching

Desirable

• Evidence of teaching/instructing in resuscitation or relevant subject.

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hubs in Crawley or Maidstone

Crawley/Maidstone

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The postholder is responsible for:

Participating in the provision of routine physics support to brachytherapy treatments

Participating in radiation dosimetry, quality assurance and calibration of radiotherapy equipment.

Participating in the provision of the Radiotherapy Treatment Planning service.

Exercising responsibilities in accordance with the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 (IRR17) and the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017 (IRMER2017).

Participating in the research and development activities of the department

Participating in teaching, training and staff development

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good B.Sc.(Hons) degree
• MSc in Medical Physics (or related subject)
• IPEM Part II training, STP training or ACS certificate of attainment, or equivalent.
• HCPC registered Clinical Scientist

Desirable

• PhD in Radiotherapy Physics, or equivalent scientific experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of a wide area of radiotherapy physics (for example that accrued from national 3 year training scheme or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Specialised theoretical and practical knowledge of the field of ionising radiation
• In depth experience of modern external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy techniques
• Knowledge and experience in the use of specialist testing and measurement equipment to monitor the performance and safety of modern radiotherapy treatment machines.
• Specialist Knowledge of clinical issues and their implications for radiotherapy physics practices.
• Specialist Knowledge of clinical procedures in radiotherapy
• Knowledge of physical and radiological anatomy and disease states relevant to Oncology practice
• Knowledge of patient and staff risks arising from exposure to ionising radiation
• Broad knowledge of other areas of medical physics e.g. Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, MRI and Ultrasound
• Understanding of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure or operator error
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, national standards, professional codes of practice and other guidelines.
• Understanding of hazards posed by and precautions needed with ionising and non-ionising radiation and electrical, material, biological and mechanical hazards
• Knowledge of external beam treatment planning systems and algorithms, including necessary quality assurance procedures.
• Registered for Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Experience of various Radiotherapy Clinical Trials
• Experience of managing projects
• Experience of working in or supporting research in the clinical environment
• Experience in teaching and training.
• Aria/Eclipse experience
• Corporate Member of the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (or 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).

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be a trained and competent phlebotomist with experience in a health care setting and will carry out duties to include wards, clinics and GP surgery based work or any other department deemed necessary. This will involve routinely handling biological samples and it is therefore essential that he/she is aware of the departmental safety policies which must be observed at all times.

The post holder will be required to perform a range of venepuncture techniques in a variety of clinical settings and will work without direct supervision. The post holder will be assessed on their practical skills and knowledge base and must have reached competency equivalent to QCF Level 3 Unit 4223/340 Obtain A Venous Blood Sample (HSC 3053).

The work requires flexible approach to hours of employment. The department operates 7 days a week. You will also be required to cover some Bank Holidays

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Venepuncture certificate or evidence of Phlebotomy training
• Evidence of acceptable equivalent to QCF or higher
• The post holder will be assessed on their practical skills and knowledge base and must have reached competency equivalent to QCF Level 3 Unit 4223/340 Obtain A Venous Blood Sample (HSC 3053).

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Basic numeracy and language skills
• Previous phlebotomy experience in a healthcare environment
• Knowledge of relevant Medical Terminology
• Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology
• To demonstrate the ability to collect blood samples correctly.

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey County Hospital

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a registered, accountable and autonomous Allied Health Professional to act in the best interests of your patients at all times and take personal responsibility for your actions and decisions. To be responsible for patient assessment, planning of care, implementing and supervising safe and compassionate care, and evaluating the effectiveness of care. As an NMC registrant facilitate learning and development of others. You will demonstrate leadership qualities and be open, transparent and trustworthy. As a Trust employee act with integrity and uphold the values and beliefs of the Trust and the NMC Code of Conduct or equivalent.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Part 1 or 12 or equivalent
• First Degree or working towards this
• Evidence of recent post qualification in cancer nursing or equivalent experience in a SACT setting
• Ability to demonstrate professional updating of knowledge in past one/two years
• Care of the Patient Requiring SACT Course
• Teaching Qualification ENB 998, Mentorship Qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates up to date clinical credibility/competence
• Evidence of advanced skills in practice i.e. iv additives, cannulation and venepuncture, and SACT administration
• Knowledge and understanding of current issues in Acute NHS setting
• Can demonstrate up-to-date clinical credibility/competence
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues such as complaints handling, clinical risk management
• Knowledge of current NHS and Professional issues

Desirable

• At least 1 year working as a Band 6 SACT nurse

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Digital Service Desk Analyst is the first point of contact between end users and the IT organisation. The analyst is responsible for recording the details of reported IT service issues and service requests, and working to either restore service as quickly as possible or alerting / escalating them to the appropriate specialist support groups. The position requires technical troubleshooting abilities and excellent customer service skills.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree level education or equivalent specialist knowledge acquired through relevant experience

Desirable

• Qualification in Customer Service/telephone training
• Qualification in IT support, e.g. CompTIA A+, CompTIA N+ Certification
• ITIL Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management

Knowledge

Essential

• Min 1 year experience of working on an IT Service Desk or similar technical support environment
• Experience of operating within Service Level Agreements and following working policies and procedures
• Use of Service Management and Helpdesk software
• Proven computer software and hardware troubleshooting knowledge and experience in a professional environment
• Excellent knowledge of PC architecture and peripherals

Desirable

• Experience of working in Healthcare

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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