Job description

Job responsibilities

This locum Consultant Plastic Surgeon post provides an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic multidisciplinary team supporting the delivery of specialist Plastic Surgery services, with a particular focus on sarcoma reconstruction and lower limb trauma. The successful applicant will contribute to the assessment, surgical management and ongoing care of patients requiring complex reconstructive procedures, working closely with regional and tertiary specialist teams. The role includes participation in clinical governance, teaching and service development activities. Full details of the duties, responsibilities, service commitments and the proposed job plan are provided within the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.

For detailed description of duties and main responsibilities refer to the Job Description document.

Person Specification

Registration

Essential

• GMC with licence to practice
• Currently on or eligible to be included on the Specialist Register for Plastic Surgery
• CCT / Portfolio Pathway registration expected within 6 months of interview date

Qualifications

Essential

• FRCS (Plast) or equivalent

Desirable

• Higher degree

Clinical skills / experience

Essential

• Dedicated fellowship in soft tissue sarcoma surgery & reconstruction or equivalent experience.
• Experience of orthoplastic reconstruction in a major trauma centre or Orthoplastic fellowship
• Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health professionals

Desirable

• Documented logbook evidence of more than 20 microvascular reconstructions as first operator. (Please upload anonymised pages from logbook with application)
• Documented logbook evidence of more than 10 soft tissue sarcoma resections as first operator. (Please upload anonymised pages from logbook with application)
• Sarcoma MDT

Other

Essential

• Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery
• able to work in a team
• Able to travel between sites

Desirable

• Evidence of leadership in the development of clinical services
• Experience of change 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

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

NUH - cross site

Nottingham

NG5 1PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• RGN with current NMC registration or ODP with HCPC registration
• Relevant diploma, BSc or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification
• Management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in Interventional Radiology or theatre.
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of leading a team
• Experience in writing and contributing to the formulation of SOPs, policies and procedures

Desirable

• Experience implementing change
• Experience in Mentorship
• Knowledge of ionising radiation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

General Reception Duties

• Greet and assist patients that come to the surgery.
• Answering appointment line, general enquiries and triage incoming calls.
• Sorting and distributing incoming mail via post and email.
• Scanning and filing patient documents on to their records.
• Processing prescription requests
• Entering patient data on medical system
• Monitoring and actioning triage requests which come in electronically
• Filing paper documents and keeping stock up to date.
• Keep updated on Protocol and Policies of the surgery.
• Work as a team to cover holidays, illness, training days

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Confident with IT and quick learner.
• Experience in Customer Service or face to face reception work.
• Excellent Team Player, good initiative and dedicated to role.
• Good attention to detail.

Desirable

• Experience within a GP practice is preferable but not 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Roselawn Surgery

Address

Roselawn Surgery

149 Malden Road

New Malden

Surrey

KT3 6AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Graduate MSK Clinician £28,865 per annum, rising to circa £36,762 per annum upon programme completion Permanent Full Time Bedford, Luton, Milton Keynes About the Graduate Programme Are you a nearly or qualified clinician looking to kick-start a career specialising as a Musculoskeletal practitioner? Do you want to be part of a pioneering healthcare organisation where people, quality and dynamism are the core values driving forward an industry leading clinical philosophy? You are in the right place! You'll also need to be registered with a recognised professional body, check out our Graduate Hub for more info. What will you do in the role... Join us as a MSK Graduate Clinician on our market leading MSK development programme. You'll experience a consolidated fast-track pathway to become a Senior MSK Clinician in as little as 18 months. We'll support you every step of the way to become a proud Clinician with a dynamic career ahead of you at Cora Health that will continue to challenge, stimulate, and reward. From day one you'll be working in clinic alongside your clinical buddy who will coach and mentor you. Alongside clinical practice you'll develop your knowledge through structured workshops delivered by our clinical experts and industry leaders. What you will bring to the role... You'll be a nearly or newly qualified clinician, with a minimum 2:2 in an approved undergraduate or postgraduate course (recent grads welcome!) looking to become an MSK specialist. You'll want to be part of our forward thinking and welcoming company, and you'll share our vision of improving the lives for patients living with MSK and mental health conditions. We do this by delivering the right care, in the right place, at the right time through raising the quality and efficiency of MSK, mental health and pain community service provision across whole systems. What you will benefit from... Working within a dynamic group of pioneering clinicians and support service colleagues you will learn from and with them and be proud when you provide high quality services to our patients. Your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) will be a priority as we invest in your development and reward you for giving your best. The below are the added extras to our commitment to being a great place to work. - Up to 30 days' holiday, plus public holidays with and additional day off for your birthday - Protected working time devoted to your personal development with an in-house Learning and Development Academy offering a wide range of career pathway development opportunities - Opportunities and support for; clinical supervision, coaching and mentoring, conferences, and clinical support tools - Access our benefits hub boost, to boost your wellbeing! - Save pennies through accessing excellent discounts via our own shopping discounts portal, access to health service discounts and a Blue Light Card - Participate in our cycle to work and/or smart tech salary sacrifice schemes. We are Cora Health: Cora is a leading provider of community healthcare services in the UK. We deliver MSK (musculoskeletal) services, diagnostic imaging, day-case surgery, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, podiatry, persistent pain management, mental health, orthopaedic and rheumatology services. We want everyone to have the opportunity to thrive. We help people help themselves, to get back to their best or to simply find a new way forward. Join us now... Our People are important to us, you will be empowered, cared for, and rewarded. If this sounds like your next opportunity, then don't delay, and click apply now. Please note we may need to close this advert early due to high volumes of applications, so we recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Degree or equivalent experience

Experience

Desirable

• Experience working in MSK

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

Cora Health Group Limited

Address

Cora Health

Milton Keynes

Buckinghamshire

MK3 6EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.corahealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical duties

• Telephone and face-to-face appointments resulting from SystmConnect triage
• Very occasional home visits (the vast majority are done by our paramedics)
• Dealing with queries from patients and other healthcare professionals through tasks, telephone calls, instant messages and direct conversation
• Total Triage sessions, split between the GPs across the week
• A proportion of the administration for the registered patient list (we do not have personal lists)
• Supporting paramedics and other clinicians in decision-making and management

Professional and development

• Attending regular clinical meetings, Protected Learning Time sessions and monthly clinical supervision
• Taking a clinical lead role in an area of interest or expertise
• Contributing to the development of the practice and the wider team

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
• Included on the GMC GP Register
• Included on the NHS England Medical Performers List

Other

Essential

• Commitment to doing your best for our patients
• Commitment to being a key part of our friendly multidisciplinary team

Experience

Desirable

• Experience working in a Total Triage model
• Experience of systmOne
• Experience providing support to a wider multidisciplinary team

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

Orchard Surgery

Address

Lower Tanbridge Way

Horsham

West Sussex

RH12 1PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.orchardsurgery.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description

The Healthcare Assistant (HCA) will work as part of the practice clinical team to provide high-quality, patient-centred care to patients registered with the practice.

The post holder will undertake a range of clinical and administrative duties under the direction and supervision of appropriately qualified registered healthcare professionals. The HCA will contribute to the delivery of routine health checks, long-term condition monitoring, preventative healthcare and health promotion.

The post holder will work within their level of competence and undertake appropriate training and development to maintain and enhance their clinical skills.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Undertake clinical observations and measurements, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate, height, weight and BMI.
• Carry out venepuncture and obtain blood samples in accordance with practice protocols and competency requirements.
• Perform routine ECGs and other investigations within scope of competence.
• Undertake urinalysis and other point-of-care testing as required.
• Support patients attending for NHS Health Checks and routine reviews.
• Assist with the monitoring of patients with long-term conditions, as directed by the clinical team.
• Carry out new patient health checks and relevant assessments.
• Assist with wound care and removal of sutures/clips where trained and within agreed competencies.
• Undertake health promotion and provide patients with appropriate lifestyle advice within the limits of the role.
• Recognise and report any abnormal clinical findings or concerns promptly to the appropriate registered healthcare professional.
• Ensure specimens are correctly labelled, documented and handled in accordance with practice procedures.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and confidential patient records.

Patient Care

• Provide patients with a professional, respectful and compassionate service at all times.
• Maintain patients' dignity, privacy and confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and carers, adapting communication to meet individual needs.
• Recognise patients who may require additional support and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of patient care.
• Ensure patients understand any instructions or information provided and refer clinical queries to an appropriate member of the clinical team.

Infection Prevention and Control

• Follow practice infection prevention and control policies and procedures at all times.
• Maintain high standards of hand hygiene and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Clean and maintain clinical equipment in accordance with manufacturer and practice guidance.
• Dispose of clinical waste and sharps safely and appropriately.
• Report any infection control concerns to the appropriate member of staff.

Administration and Records

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records using the practice's electronic patient record system.
• Ensure clinical information is recorded promptly and accurately.
• Complete relevant documentation, referrals and requests as directed by the clinical team.
• Ensure test results and investigations are appropriately processed and escalated in accordance with practice protocols.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with information governance requirements.

Team Working

• Work effectively as part of the multidisciplinary primary care team.
• Liaise with GPs, practice nurses, healthcare professionals, administrative staff and external services as appropriate.
• Attend practice and team meetings and training sessions as required.
• Contribute to service improvement and the development of practice procedures.
• Support colleagues during periods of increased workload and contribute to the smooth running of the practice.

Professional Responsibilities

The post holder will:

• Work within agreed competencies, practice policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries and recognise the limitations of the HCA role.
• Seek advice or escalate concerns whenever a task or clinical situation falls outside their competence.
• Maintain mandatory training and undertake continuing professional development relevant to the role.
• Participate in clinical supervision, appraisal and performance review.
• Comply with relevant NHS, practice and statutory requirements.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality in accordance with information governance and data protection requirements.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children and adults at risk and report concerns appropriately.

Health and Safety

• Take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others.
• Report accidents, incidents, hazards and near misses in accordance with practice procedures.
• Use clinical equipment safely and report defects promptly.
• Follow practice policies relating to fire safety, manual handling, COSHH and other relevant health and safety requirements.

Safeguarding

All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. The post holder must be aware of and comply with the practice's safeguarding policies and procedures and must promptly report any concerns to the appropriate safeguarding lead.

Confidentiality

The post holder must maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times. Information obtained during the course of employment must not be disclosed except where authorised or required by law or practice policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Healthcare Assistant qualification such as the Care Certificate
• Evidence of relevant clinical training and competency
• Willingness to undertake mandatory and role-specific training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
• Experience of dealing directly with patients.
• Experience of maintaining accurate records.
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Experience with ECG recording and other primary care investigations.
• Wound care and removal of sutures, clips, where trained and competent.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to recognise and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Good IT and electronic record-keeping skills.
• Understanding of confidentiality, infection prevention and safeguarding.
• Ability to work within defined competencies and professional boundaries.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in general practice or primary care.
• Experience using EMIS Web clinical system.
• Experience supporting long-term condition reviews.
• Experience undertaking NHS Health Checks and trained according to new contractual requirements.
• Venepuncture and clinical observations, where trained and competent.

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

Lyndhurst Surgery

Address

2 Church Lane

Lyndhurst

SO43 7EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised qualification degree/ equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Practice Educators training

Experience

Essential

• Previous clinical experience relevant to the post
• Broad experience across Occupational Therapy
• Experience of working as part of MDT
• Actice involvement in service development and quality initiatives

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate clinical skills within the specialist area
• Proven ability to manage a caseload
• Excellent communication skills
• Proactive and show initiative
• Personal responsibility for learning and development

Personal qualities

Essential

• Professional confidence
• Ability to demonstrate empathy

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

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park Way

Cardiff

CF14 4XW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

podImportant Information:

• Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position.
• This is a rolling advert and so please apply at your earliest convenience.
• If you refer to qualifications or employment within your supporting statement, that has not been included in your Qualifications, Training or Employment History, this information may be discounted.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Podiatric Medicine and HCPC registration
• Certificate of Local Anaesthesia

Desirable

• Evidence of specialised post graduate development

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing a high risk caseload and varied workload
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to assess, formulate and implement treatment plans
• Experience of using Dopplers and undertaking neurological tests
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to change
• Ability to provide health education
• Understanding of clinical governance

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS
• Experience of delivering training to other health professionals and service users

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

Sirona care & health CIC

Address

Cossham Hospital

Lodge Road, Kingswood

Bristol

BS15 1LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

BEWICK CRESCENT SURGERY

Job Description

Role: Health Care Assistant

Name:

Location: Bewick Crescent Surgery

Responsible to: Nurse Manager

Job summary.

Provide patient care and services such as blood sampling, ECG monitoring, blood pressures etc.

Key contact for patients when visiting the surgery with efficient communication with the clinical nursing and GP teams essential. Support clinics where required e.g. Diabetic and Rheumatology, Diabetic foot checks, Complete NHS health checks

Venepuncture taking blood samples from patients using vaccutainer system. Specialised techniques e.g. butterfly using alternate areas on body, supporting clinics including diabetes, NHS Checks and GPs requests.

Blood Pressures taking blood pressures on patients using electronic equipment.Following practice protocols, taking appropriate action with either follow up monitoring, or GP referrals. Set up home blood pressure monitoring and process results.

ECGs performing heart tracings on patients, down loading information onto computer system and extracting an A4 printout for GPs attention, taking appropriate action according to results i.e.; urgent attention, GP appointment, routine monitoring. Liaise with manufacturer for reporting equipment faults and system issues. Action when necessary.

Including setting up and fitting of 24 hour ECGs and process results.

Diabetic foot care checks Screen diabetic patients for vascular and neuropathy assessments providing foot care advice when necessary. Refer onwards as required.

Urine testing urine specimens for anomalies, i.e. protein, glucose, blood, nitrites etc taking correct action. Labelling and sending samples to laboratory for appropriate testing requirements using the ICE system.

Chaperoning - at GPs request, attending patient examinations, consoling and reassuring patients when necessary.

Smoking cessatior first point of contact for patients wishing to quit smoking. Refer to the appropriate smoking cessation service.

Update patient records using the correct read codes after every consultation. Always check demographic data as per protocols. Use templates wherever available for data entry.

Vaccinations: Administer B12, pneumococcal and flu vaccinations as required.

NHS checks: first point of contact for patient. Collate family history, take required measurements, monitor BP and take relevant bloods. Refer to GP when required.

Minor Operations Clinic: support the clinician in performing the minor operations clinic by setting up room, equipment and ensuring relevant injections are there for the patients attending.

Ear Irrigation: checking patients ear, and irrigating with water to remove wax, ensuring ear drums are intact and informing the patient of risks and aftercare.

General Duties

E-mail: Read them daily and take necessary action on any message received.

Tasks and notifications: Read daily and take necessary action on any tasks or briefings.

GP Team Net: check daily. Acknowledge items when required. Update training record & upload certificates.

Standard worksheets/station logs: check your workstation log daily for updates; update/create worksheets as appropriate. Maintain the current standard of work sheets.

Receive and make calls as required. Divert calls and take messages as appropriate, create a task for all messages to nurses, GPs and Practice/Assistant Practice Manager. Do not use paper. Log all dialogue with patients in Systmone.

Deal with all telephone calls including appointments, divert as necessary.

Ensure your training records are kept up to date transition to GPTN.

Ensure all surgery policy documents are the most recent version and remove old versions from all work stations.

Attend meetings and training events as required.

Remove room name plate from door when not in use. Ensure the name plate follows you to avoid patient confusion.

Other Duties

• Be able to analyse patient information and take appropriate action in order to accommodate patients needs and requirements.
• Recognise when follow up appointments may be necessary. Using set protocols as a guide to patient care. Have the ability to refer patients to the correct clinicians where appropriate.
• Perform administration procedures by updating patient records and information data.
• Liaise with GPs/Nurses/ internal clinicians and staff as needed and appropriate to do so.
• Adhere to Health and Safety requirements e.g. COSHH, reporting of accidents and incidents.
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection throughout.
• Maintain a high standard of training in order to meet practice requirements and deliver a gold standard care package to patients. Ensure all competency assessments are undertaken prior to delivery of service.

Skills Required

• Phlebotomy
• Clinical Skills
• Excellent communication and rapport with patients
• Excellent IT skills

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Bewick Crescent Surgery
• Person Specification Health Care Assistant
• Essential (Standard Performance)
• Communication
• Able to demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
• Communicate with and support patients who are receiving bad news
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating.
• Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication.
• Maintain effective communication within the practice environment and with external stakeholders.
• Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues.
• Ensure awareness of sources of support and guidance (e.g. Carer support leaflets, NHS checks leaflets) and provide information in an acceptable format to all patients
• Good Clinical Practice
• Recognise and work within own competence and refer onwards as required
• Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.
• Conduct infection control audits
• Support and participate in shared learning across the practice , students and wider organisation.
• Assess the impact of policy implementation on care delivery in the HCA rooms
• Understand and apply legal issues that support the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, and be aware of statutory child/vulnerable patients health procedures and local guidance.
• Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice.
• Assist in the updating of Practice protocols, standard operating procedures and policy.
• In participation with the Bewick Protocols, ensure the maintenance of equipment and stock levels meet patient requirements and clinics
• Always use templates and read code entries ensuring patient data is accurate and timely.
• General
• Good IT skills: Outlook, GPTeamNet, SystmOne, scan and e-mail.
• Able to embrace change and adapt to it.
• Able to follow agreed protocols/standard work consistently.
• Take responsibility for keeping up to date with SOPs, Policies etc.
• Good attention to detail and pride in the standard of work produced, eg updated standard work sheets when change occurs
• Team worker.
• Able to use and maintain standard worksheets and policies/SOPs.
• Continued Professional Development (CPD) identified and booked in/maintained e.g. vaccination updates, safeguarding. GPTN updated whenever training has been completed.
• Desirable (Above Standard/Outstanding Performance)
• Able to recognise areas for improvement and make relevant suggestions.
• Able to recognise potential issues/problems and offer solutions.
• Able to feedback honestly and openly to colleagues, Managers and clinicians.
• Able to train/coach others, eg in differing skills, new techniques
• Takes responsibility for own learning and development, eg identifying areas for improvement, training required, using allocated PLT time for personal development, mandatory training etc.
• Outstanding patient skills, eg going the extra mile, consistently good feedback from patients and colleagues, working for the team

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

Bewick Crescent Surgery

Address

27 Bewick Crescent

Newton Aycliffe

County Durham

DL5 5LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title

Nursing Associate

Practice Manager

Partners

The Nursing Associate will work as part of the General Practice nursing team, supporting the Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants (HCAs), GPs, and wider multidisciplinary team to provide safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.

The post holder will deliver a range of clinical and health promotion activities within their scope of practice, contributing to the assessment, monitoring, and treatment of patients. They will support patients to improve and maintain their health and wellbeing while promoting a positive patient experience.

The Nursing Associate will work under the direction and supervision of registered healthcare professionals, whilst being accountable for their own practice in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code.

The post holder will:

• Undertake a range of delegated clinical procedures within their scope of practice and competence.
• Record and monitor physiological measurements including:
  • Blood pressure
  • Pulse
  • Temperature
  • Respiratory rate
  • Height and weight
  • BMI
• Undertake ECG recordings.
• Carry out wound care and simple dressings.
• Support patients with long-term condition monitoring as directed by the nursing team.
• Administer vaccinations and immunisations where appropriately trained and competent.
• Support national screening and health promotion programmes.
• Recognise changes in a patient's condition and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Assist in maintaining safe clinical environments and infection prevention and control standards.

The post holder will:

• Provide compassionate, person-centred care to patients and their families.
• Support patients to understand and manage their health conditions.
• Provide health promotion and lifestyle advice in line with practice protocols.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.

The post holder will:

• Work closely with Practice Nurses and HCAs to deliver nursing services.
• Support the nursing team in delivering chronic disease management programmes.
• Assist with clinical recalls and monitoring activities.
• Contribute to achieving quality improvement and patient safety objectives.
• Participate in team meetings and service development initiatives.

The post holder will:

• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete patient records.
• Ensure all clinical information is entered onto the clinical system in accordance with practice procedures.
• Comply with information governance and data protection requirements.

The post holder will:

• Work within NMC standards, professional guidelines, and organisational policies.
• Maintain professional registration and revalidation requirements.
• Participate in clinical supervision, appraisal, and continuing professional development.
• Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and service improvement.
• Work within the limits of their competence and seek support when required.

The post holder will:

• Adhere to Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Comply with safeguarding policies for adults and children.
• Support equality, diversity, and inclusion within the workplace.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding patients, staff, and practice information.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role and grade.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nursing Associate Foundation Degree.
• Registered Nursing Associate with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Experience working in General Practice.
• Experience providing direct patient care.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Experience of ECG recording.
• Experience supporting long-term condition management.
• Knowledge of SystmOne.
• Immunisation and vaccination experience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sutton Manor Surgery

Address

St Ives Close

Bransholme

Hull

HU7 4PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

In accordance with the practice timetable, the ANP will work autonomously, delivering care within their scope of practice to the patient population. Contributing towards clinical areas such as health promotion, chronic disease management, health prevention, well-women and well man clinics as well as supporting the management team in the reviewing of clinical policy and procedure.

• Manage patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions, providing subject matter expert advice to patients
• Implement and evaluate individual specialised treatment plans for chronic disease patients
• Identify, manage and support patients as risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects on the patients health
• Provide advanced, specialist nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
• Provide wound care (ulcer /Doppler etc.) to patients
• Provide specialist clinics such as ear syringing, contraception etc.
• Undertake the collection of pathological specimens
• Provide travel medicine services
• Request pathology services as necessary
• Process and interpret pathology and other test results as required
• Provide chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary / specialist care as required
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
• Ensure read codes are used effectively
• Maintain chronic disease registers
• Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
• Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
• Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
• Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
• Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
• Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
• Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
• Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
• Extended and supplementary prescriber, adhering to extant guidance
• Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the counter medicines (within own scope of practice), reviewing annually as required
• Contribute to practice targets (QOF etc.), complying with local and regional guidance
• Liaise with external services / agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)

Other responsibilities within the organisation:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety.
• A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice.
• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation.
• Participate in local initiatives to enhance service deliver and patient care.
• Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA).
• Drives the development of nursing services within the practice, liaising with external agencies and professional organisations are required
• Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.

No canvassers or recruitment agencies, please.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse;
• Post graduate diploma or degree (Advanced Practice Qualification);
• Qualified Nurse Prescriber;
• Qualified Triage Nurse;

Desirable

• Minor Illness Qualification;
• Teaching Qualification;
• ALS, PALS;

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a primary care environment;
• Experience in chronic disease management;
• Experience in prescribing and undertaking medication reviews;

Desirable

• Experience working as a practice nurse or community nurse

Clinical Knowledge

Essential

• Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples
• ECGs
• Venepuncture
• New patient medicals
• Chaperone procedure
• Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly
• Travel medicine
• Diabetes
• Hypertension
• Asthma
• Spirometry
• CHD
• Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel)
• Womens health (Cervical cytology, contraception, etc.)
• Understands the importance of evidence based practice
• Broad knowledge of clinical governance
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies
• Understands the requirement for PGDs and associated policy

Desirable

• Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
• Awareness of issues within the wider health arena

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

Primary Care Management Solutions Ltd

Address

Law Medical Group Practice

Wrottesley Road

London

NW10 5UY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Have a thorough knowledge of all Practice procedures.

- Work in accordance of written protocols.

- Amalgamate newly registered patient's notes on receipt to the practice.

- Fax and photocopy as required.

- Scan patient correspondence onto computer records where applicable.

- Provide patients with test results over the phone or in person in accordance with practice guidelines.

- Receive and signpost patients in reception.

- Handle prescription requests and distribute completed prescriptions.

- Deal with telephone queries and transfer calls to the appropriate person.

- Do any other appropriate tasks commensurate with role.

Appointments

- Signposting patients to the most appropriate healthcare professional and process appointment requests.

- Deal with visits requests in accordance with practice guidelines.

- Enter patient's details on the computer for telephone triage by the duty doctor.

Utilising clinical software system

- Registering new patients.

- Computer data entry and updating medical records where applicable.

- Process patients change of address computer data and medical records (have knowledge of practice area).

- Process repeat prescription request in accordance with practice guidelines.

-Update patients computer records in accordance with practice guidelines.

Telephone system & premises

- Utilise the telephone system to communicate with patients and stakeholders.

- Ensure building is alarmed and secure when leaving at the end of the day.

- Any other tasks allocated by managers.

Confidentiality:

- In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

- In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & Safety:

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others' health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:

- Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.

- Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.

- Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.

- Reporting potential risks identified.

Equality and Diversity:

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

- Acting in a way that recognises the importance of people's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.

- Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.

- Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings, priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional Development:

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

- Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.

- Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.

Quality

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

- Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.

Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.

- Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the team's performance.

- Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication:

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

- Communicate effectively with other team members.

- Communicate effectively with patients and carers.

- Recognise people's needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services:

The post-holder will:

- Apply practice policies, standards and guidance.

- Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• - Previous experience in a customer service, reception, administration, or public-facing role.
• - Experience handling telephone calls and managing enquiries professionally.
• - Experience dealing with confidential or sensitive information.
• - Experience working in a busy environment and managing competing priorities.
• - Experience using computerised systems for data entry and record keeping.

Desirable

• - Previous experience working in a GP practice, NHS setting, or healthcare environment.
• - Experience using clinical systems such as EMIS Web.
• - Experience using telephony systems such as Surgery Connect.
• - Experience processing referrals, prescriptions, registrations, or clinical correspondence.
• - Experience supporting vulnerable or distressed individuals.

Qualifications

Essential

• - Good standard of general education including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• - Basic IT skills, including experience using email, Microsoft Office, and web-based systems.
• - Willingness to undertake training relevant to the role.

Desirable

• - Care Navigation training.
• - Understanding of NHS Wales primary care services.

Other

Essential

• - Legal right to work in the UK.
• - Good level of written and spoken English.
• - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• - Friendly, professional, and approachable manner.
• - Ability to work as part of a team and support colleagues.
• - Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with GDPR requirements.
• - Flexible and adaptable approach to work.

Desirable

• - Knowledge of GP practice procedures and NHS services.
• - Understanding of care navigation principles and signposting patients to appropriate services.
• - Ability to communicate in Welsh

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

Roath House Surgery

Address

100 Penylan Road

Penylan

Cardiff

CF23 5RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://roathhousesurgery.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
• Evidence of continual professional and personal development
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
• Certificate in local anaesthesia

Desirable

• Evidence of post grad training in an area of podiatry Experience

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate clinical experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
• Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot
• Experience of working as part of a specialist team (clinical rotation experience accepted

Desirable

• Experience of working in an NHS environment
• Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
• Full knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
• Knowledge of foot orthotic design and manufacture
• Knowledge of RCoP and HCPC codes of conduct
• Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
• Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory and practice
• Knowledge of treatment options and skills required in the management of High risk tissue breakdown
• Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
• Ability to evaluate patients concerns and needs and propose effective solutions
• Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
• Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time and domiciliary caseload o
• To be competent in the use of treatment and diagnostic tools (including, Doppler, scalpel techniques, syringe etc)
• IT Skills including use of Internet, e-mail, Word Processing

Desirable

• Ability to manufacture simple insoles

Other

Essential

• Performing clinical treatments in physically restricted work positions requiring repetitive fine movements.
• Ability to cope with patients anxieties and employ tactical techniques in order to help support patients and allay anxieties

Desirable

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Alexandra Avenue Health and Social Care Centre

Harrow

HA2 9DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Evidence of continual professional and personal development
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
• Certificate in local anaesthesia
• Evidence or Portfolio of Post Grad Continued Development
• Post graduate courses/ education in Biomechanics / MSK (Cert or Diploma to M level accreditation)

Desirable

• Evidence of Study in area of Specialist interest

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working at a band 6 level or above and evidence of working with a high risk caseload, neurology, rheumatology, orthopaedic or sports medicine caseload
• Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
• Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / musculoskeletal pathology types / the at-risk and high-risk foot
• Experience of working in an NHS environment
• Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
• Experience of service development

Desirable

• Evidence of Teaching

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
• Full knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
• Knowledge of RCOP code of conduct
• Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
• Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory and practice
• Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment
• In depth / extended knowledge in the management of Biomechanical/Musculoskeletal Conditions
• Knowledge of audit and risk assessment
• A working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and its implications in care provision
• Ability to evaluate and analyse patients concerns and needs and propose effective solutions
• Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery

Desirable

• Intermediate to Advanced IT Skills including use of Internet, e-mail, Word Packages

Other

Desirable

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Alexandra Avenue Health & Social Care Centre

Alexander Avenue

Harrow

HA2 9DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
• Evidence of continual professional and personal development
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
• Certificate in local anaesthesia

Desirable

• Evidence of post grad training in an area of podiatry Experience

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate clinical experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
• Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot
• Experience of working as part of a specialist team (clinical rotation experience accepted

Desirable

• Experience of working in an NHS environment
• Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
• Full knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
• Knowledge of foot orthotic design and manufacture
• Knowledge of RCoP and HCPC codes of conduct
• Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
• Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory and practice
• Knowledge of treatment options and skills required in the management of High risk tissue breakdown
• Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
• Ability to evaluate patients concerns and needs and propose effective solutions
• Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
• Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time and domiciliary caseload
• To be competent in the use of treatment and diagnostic tools (including, Doppler, scalpel techniques, syringe etc)
• IT Skills including use of Internet, e-mail, Word Processing

Desirable

• Ability to manufacture simple insoles

Other

Essential

• Performing clinical treatments in physically restricted work positions requiring repetitive fine movements
• Ability to cope with patients anxieties and employ tactical techniques in order to help support patients and allay anxieties

Desirable

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Willesden Centre for Health and Care

London

NW10 3RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If youre comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information.

Person Specification

oTo be actively involved in the managment and decision making for patients

Essential

• demonstrate good clincal knowladge and decision making

Desirable

• oTo conduct ward rounds to identify and assess problems and assist in joint plans for management of care.

Welsh language skills

Desirable

• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above

Working within part of multi-disciplinary team

Essential

• oTo contribute to an appropriate model of care which, recognises the involvement of the multi-disciplinary team, the patient and family.

Desirable

• oTo contribute with the multi-disciplinary team in the use of referenced, evidence based guidelines

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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy

Llantrisant

CF72 8XR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Dental services in Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust are provided by the Oxfordshire Community Dental Service (OCDS). This service provides National Health Service (NHS) dentistry to a wide range of patients including both adults and children requiring either special care dentistry, or specialist care. In addition to this core role the service also provides emergency care for patients requiring urgent dental treatment who do not currently have a dentist of their own.

The service provides care for patients from ten dental clinics across Oxfordshire located at Abingdon, Banbury, Bicester, Didcot, East Oxford, Luther Street, Kidlington, Wantage and Witney.

Several of the clinics are equipped to provide dental treatment with inhalation and/or intravenous sedation and the service also provides dental treatment under general anaesthesia for children and adult special care patients at the John Radcliffe and Horton Hospitals.

For patients who are unable to access the clinics easily there is a countywide domiciliary (home visit) service available by referral. All the clinics have wheelchair access and facilities for patients with disabilities and there is a hoist available at East Oxford Dental Clinic and Murray House for patients who have difficulty transferring into the dental chair.

This role will be based in across Oxfordshire and the successful candidate will be expected to have;

• excellent clinical skills
• strong communication and inter-personal skills
• the ability to coordinate and carry out tasks
• comprehensive IT skills (experience using Microsoft Publisher, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Word).

Person Specification

Qualifications Academic Skills

Essential

• Primary Dental Qualification
• Registered with General Dental Council

Desirable

• Relevant postgraduate qualification

Job related aptitude

Essential

• Can demonstrate competencies of Band A dentist
• Willingness to undego further training

Knowledge requirements

Essential

• Good IM&T knowledge and skills including R4, Microsoft Office
• Ability to deal with sensitive information and respect confidentiality

Experience

Essential

• Experience in General Dental Practice
• Experience of more than one branch of dentistry
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the role of the CDS
• Ability to maintain reasonable activity levels
• Evidence of good dental record keeping

Desirable

• Experience of working as part of a team including supervisory role at an appropriate level
• Delivery of dental care under inhaltion sedation
• Experience of working with a wide range of patient groups
• Able to demonstrate relevant experience in Clinical Governance, Quality Assurance and Audit
• Experience of working on a domiciliary basis

Personal qualities

Essential

• Positive attitude, approachable, team player
• Self motivated and able to work independently
• Awareness of own training and development needs
• Able to communicate effectively in spoken and written English

Contractual requirements

Essential

• Full registration with General Dental Council
• Completion of Dental Core Training or demonstrable exemption
• Current performer number
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Meets professional requirements - fit to carry out the duties of the post after reasonable adjustment under the terms of the Equality Act 2010 have been made
• Ability to travel between sites
• Commitment to safegaurding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Banbury Dental Clinic

Orchard Health Centre, Cope Road

Banbury

OX16 2EZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will have and be able to demonstrate:

• Excellent customer service skills. Previous NHS GP Practice experience is desirable but not essential; We are looking for the right person to join our dedicated team
• Friendly and approachable manner;
• Experience of working in a team;
• Good telephone manner;
• Professionalism;
• A can do attitude;
• Adept in using own initiative when working alone;
• Experience of working in a busy environment;
• The ability to multitask and prioritise effectively whilst staying calm under pressure;
• Has a good understanding of confidentiality;
• Flexibility in working pattern and duties;
• Ability to cope with and manage change;
• Computer literate. SystmOne and Accurx familiarity is desirable but training will be provided.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Maths and English GCSE- A* to C (or equivalent)
• Excellent Customer Service Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a customer facing role
• Computer literate

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice
• SystmOne and Accurx familiarity is desirable but training will be provided

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

Richmond Medical Centre

Address

462 Richmond Road

Sheffield

S13 8NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Podiatry or equivalent Podiatry-specific qualification
• Full HCPC registration

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

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Andover War Memorial Hospital

Charlton Road

Andover

Hampshire

SP10 3LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• FRCOph or equivalent
• Full registration with General Medical Council

Desirable

• MD, PhD or other higher degree
• Education / Medical Education Qualification (preferably at Masters level)
• Completion of specialty training (or within 6 months of AAC)

Teaching and audit

Essential

• Experience of Audit and Quality Improvement
• Experience of Teaching Junior Staff
• Experience of Undergraduate Teaching

Desirable

• Experience in Curriculum development and delivery

Academic Achievements and Research

Desirable

• A specialist interest in a specialist area to complement the other consultants in the department
• Publications in recognised journals

Interpersonal skills

Essential

• Evidence of leadership
• Communication 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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

Northampton General Hospital

Billing Road

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN ROLE AND PURPOSE OF THE POST

This role is within the Clinical Admin Team, who support all aspects of patient care across the company. The Admin Assistant is a developmental role. They will be expected to develop the skills necessary to work in all aspects of the admin team.

Provide admin support to all clinical areas of the company.

Be a first point of contact for patients.

Assist patients to access the services that they need.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities described below are those of the clinical admin team.

Access

Answer the telephone as a priority and respond to the caller in an appropriate manner.

Man the reception desk. Book appointment, signpost to other services and support patients care.

Data Flow

Action all incoming data received through electronic transfer, e-mail and post. Ensure that it is coded and reviewed by an appropriate clinician.

Action outgoing data through electronic transfer, e-mail, sms message or post.

Clinical Support

Action tasks from the clinical team.

Administer the recall system for patients with long term conditions.

Monitor the uptake of all screening programmes and manage additional recalls as required.

Apply clinical coding to patient records as appropriate.

Update the Open Exeter system.

Monitor the childhood immunisation status of all children and liaise with the Child Health Department as necessary.

Maintain waiting lists of patients for specialist clinics and ensure that they are given appropriate appointments.

Outgoing Information

Ensure that referrals are processed in accordance with national timelines and liaise with the referral management centre as necessary.

Audio type patient referrals and submit them through the E-Referral system.

Deal with any referral queries from clinicians and patients.

Assist patients where necessary to make outpatient appointments.

Action requests for medical reports including liaising with patients to confirm consent is obtained and finance to confirm payment is received.

Action Subject Access Requests in line with GDPR legislation.

Patient records

Action applications for registrations ensuring that patients provide all necessary information and are made aware of consent to share information and on-line access to records.

Action the transfer of patient records, electronically and in hardcopy.

Summarise hardcopy records to ensure the electronic record is complete.

Ensure that SystmOne is reconciled to PCSE through GP Links.

Return hardcopy records to PCSE for patients who are no longer registered.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Confidentiality

You shall comply with the General Data Protection Regulations when processing personal data for patients and staff.

You must be aware of the Caldicott Principles as they affect your work. You can address any questions in relation to this to your line manager.

Any data breaches should be reported immediately to the Data Protection Officer.

All enquiries from the media must be referred to a Director.

Health and Safety

All employees have a statutory duty of care for the safety of themselves and others. Employees are required to report any hazards as soon as they are identified.

All staff must contribute to the management of risk. This requires them to assess the risk in all situations, take of appropriate actions to mitigate any risks identified and report all hazards, incidents and near misses.

All building occupied by staff are non-smoking environments. No-one may smoke or vape in the building. Staff who smoke or vape outside the buildings should cover their uniform.

Flexibility Statement

The content of this Job Description represents an outline of the post only and is therefore not a precise catalogue of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to be flexible and subject to amendment in the light of changing circumstances and following consultation with the post holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Received a basic education
• English Language GCSE at grade C or above or equivalent

Desirable

• Hold ECDL or other IT qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Excellent keyboard skills
• Experience of working with Microsoft Office
• Understand patient confidentiality
• Experience of managing an e-mail account
• Be confident to speak to people both in person and on the telephone.
• Be non-judgemental
• Flexible and able to adapt to change
• Able to prioritise workload
• Demonstrate a commitment to personal development
• Have worked in a team
• Have experience of face to face or telephone contact with the public

Desirable

• Experience of SystmOne or another clinical system
• Experience of audio typing
• Demonstrate and understanding of data protection
• Understand READ coding
• Have worked in a health setting
• Have a clinical background

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

The Whalebridge Practice

Address

Great Western Surgery

Farriers Close

Swindon

SN1 2QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sparcells-surgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 28th September 2026

Closing date: 11th October 2026

Shortlisting date: 16th October 2026

Proposed Interview date: TBC

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• We are kind
• We are open
• We are inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent experience
• Care Certificate (equivalent to level 1)
• Literacy and numeracy functional skills level 2 or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Demonstrable experience of working in a patient care/health related role
• Knowledge of relevant legislation related to healthcare
• Experience of working in a team

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work within a team
• Experience of supporting junior staff and learners
• Able to accept direction and guidance
• Aware of own limitations
• Flexible in working hours
• Able to prioritise own workload and manage time effectively
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Reliable and professional
• Ability to cope in stressful and challenging situations
• Inclusive and non-judgmental
• Punctual, motivated and committed
• Effective role model demonstrating Trust values
• Basic IT 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town Lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 28th September 2026

Closing date: 7th October 2026

Shortlisting date: 8th October 2026

Proposed Interview date: TBC

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• We are kind
• We are open
• We are inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or equivalent level qualification e.g. foundation degree or NVQ level 3 Health & Social Care qualification
• Courses relating to diploma/NVQ 3 Health & Social Care

Knowledge

Essential

• Relevant experience to diploma level/NVQ level 3
• Knowledge of multi -agency health & social care pathways
• Recent experience of working in a health or social care setting
• Evidence of the delivery of compassionate care
• Experience of audit

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills & effective record management
• Ability to manage time and priorities effectively
• Excellent IT skills

Other

Essential

• Demonstrate care and compassionate approach

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of good numeracy skills
• Evidence of good literacy skills

Desirable

• ICT Qualifications
• NVQ 2 or equivalent in customer service or evidence of equivalent practical experience

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a clerical environment
• Previous experience working with patient Administration systems

Desirable

• Previous Hospital Admin experience in a reception setting

Skills

Essential

• Ability to handle several tasks at once with frequent interruptions
• An understanding of confidentiality and its meaning

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

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Samuel Johnson Community Hospital

Trent Valley Road

Lichfield

WS13 6EF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title: Outpatients Staff Nurse - Band 5 Department: Plastics and Reconstructive Outpatients Department Salary: £38,950 - £49,172 Location: 5 Devonshire Place, London Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Shift Pattern: Monday to Saturday, including early and late shifts and occasional Saturday half days Contract: 12 Months Fixed Term Contract, starting February 2027 Join our specialist Outpatients team on a 12-month fixed term contract starting in February 2027. Do you have experience in plastics, aesthetics or reconstructive surgery and enjoy supporting patients before and after treatment? You will work alongside leading plastic surgeons, helping patients feel informed, reassured and well cared for throughout their treatment. This is an opportunity to develop your specialist skills and become part of a close, supportive team. If you would like to continue your career at The London Clinic, you can apply for internal opportunities towards the end of your contract. A little about the role We are a close and supportive team made up of a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Outpatients Sister, Healthcare Assistants and Consultants. Together, we provide safe, individualised care for patients attending for plastic and reconstructive surgery. You will assess patients, plan and deliver their care, support them before and after procedures, and use your clinical judgement when concerns need investigation or escalation. As your experience grows, we will support you to develop the confidence and skills to take charge of the department when required. What you'll be doing

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * Current NMC registration as an Adult Nurse.

Experience

Essential

• * Outpatient experience and confidence providing pre and post-operative surgical care.
• * Evidence of autonomous clinical practice, continuing professional development and confidence using electronic patient records.

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

The London Clinic

Address

20 Devonshire Place

Marylebone

W1G 6BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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