Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Operational Management

a) Lead the operational delivery of Cellular Pathology services, ensuring safe, timely and effective diagnostic provision.b) Monitor service performance and take corrective action to address operational pressures and risks, maintaining continuity of service.c) Ensure effective workforce deployment to meet service demand, including extended hours and service resilience arrangements where applicable.d) Manage operational responses to service disruption, escalation and business continuity issues across Cellular Pathology.e) Ensure robust operational arrangements for Histology, Cytology, Neuropathology and Mortuary services, in line with Trust and regulatory requirements.

2. Planning & Performance Management

a) Contribute to the development and delivery of Directorate operational and business plans.b) Lead and maintain demand and capacity planning across Cellular Pathology services, recommending service configurations and workforce models to meet demand.c) Monitor, analyse and report on key service metrics, providing assurance to Directorate leadership and supporting performance reviews.d) Lead or support improvement projects, ensuring bottlenecks are identified, pathways optimised and productivity improved.e) Support implementation of service change and modernisation, including workforce redesign, digital solutions and the introduction of new methods or technologies where applicable.

For further details please see the attached JD & PS

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• oSignificant demonstrable senior operational management experience within a highly regulated clinical service environment, requiring robust quality systems, external assurance, clinical risk management and specialist workforce oversight.
• oDemonstrable experience of leading services with high operational complexity, including multi-disciplinary teams and extended hours provision where applicable.
• oDemonstrable experience of workforce management, including recruitment, performance management, staff development and organisational change.

Desirable

• oDemonstrable direct experience of Cellular Pathology services (e.g. Histology, Cytology, Neuropathology and/or Mortuary Services).
• oDemonstrable experience of working within a clinically led service model.

Qualifications

Essential

• oEducated to Masters level or able to demonstrate equivalent level knowledge and demonstrable experience gained through senior professional practice in a relevant scientific, healthcare or management discipline
• oProven evidence of continuing management and leadership development.
• oProven evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Desirable

• oMSc (or equivalent) in Biomedical Sciences, Healthcare
• oManagement, Business or a related discipline.

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

• oStrong operational leadership and people management skills. Highly developed communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
• oProven ability to analyse performance and financial data and translate insight into action.
• oProven ability to manage competing priorities across a complex, high-pressure environment.

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 6DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Assists and deputises for the Laboratory Manager as required.
• To assist the Microbiology Laboratory Manager in the management of the clinical technical service provided by the Bacteriology Department and ensuring that this meets the requirements of the clinical leads.
• To be responsible for planning and prioritising the scientific workload of the Bacteriology Laboratory on a day-to-day basis.
• Achieve, demonstrate, maintain and promote scientific & technical excellence, and by example ensure high professional standards amongst the scientific, technical and support staff in your sections within the Laboratory.
• To ensure that all staff meet the necessary standards of speed, quality and accuracy, appropriate to the level of experience and training.
• Ensuring the release of staff to attend Essential Skills and Knowledge Training annually.
• Support and help to develop the training of the Departments technical and scientific staff.
• Working with relevant Clinical Leads, will be responsible for the evaluation of new equipment, new/replacement test methods and new techniques within the Laboratory. This will include leading on the development of test cost models, working with service users to improve test ordering and supporting the implementation of a new LIMS.
• To be responsible for implementing any procedural changes required by the Laboratory Manager and disseminate information relating to them.

For further information please see attached job description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (FIBMS) by examination or hold an MSc in Biomedical Sciences or hold an equivalent qualification in a Clinical Pathology discipline or demonstrable experience.
• Hold A Post Graduate Management Diploma or demonstrable equivalent management experience
• State registration with Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Desirable

• A willingness to undertake study leading to qualifications required for career advancement.
• Trust recognised trained risk assessor.
• Leadership course, Trust or equivalent.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Proven ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge of the Pathology of disease in one or more disciplines within Blood Sciences.
• Specialist proven knowledge and demonstrable experience in the technical field of a Pathology discipline.
• Advanced analytical, scientific and technical skills commensurate with the Pathology speciality and seniority of the post-holder.

Desirable

• Participation in the Institute of Biomedical Sciences CPD scheme.
• Advanced Computing skills.
• Demonstrable experience LIMS and in particular Epic/Beaker

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, being able to deal with patients and staff at all levels of the organisation with tact and diplomacy.
• Excellent influencing and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent negotiating and motivational 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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 6DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Directorate-wide professional, technical and transformational leadership across multi-site and 24/7 pathology services.
• Senior professional authority across all pathology disciplines, providing strategic leadership and assurance for standards of scientific practice, professional quality and governance and workforce capability.
• Senior technical authority for laboratory standards and accreditation, diagnostic technologies, digital systems, automation, innovation and future service capability.
• Strategic responsibility for the development and delivery of pathology transformation programmes and major change initiatives.
• Strategic leadership of education, training and professional development across pathology services, including line management responsibility for the Pathology Education, Training and Research Lead.
• Support pathology business planning, strategic service development, productivity improvement and long-term service sustainability.
• Responsibility for developing and delivering digital transformation, technical modernisation and quality management system transformation programmes.
• Responsibility for establishing and delivering benefits realisation frameworks arising from transformation programmes and service developments.
• Provide professional leadership and expert contribution to quality governance, risk management, patient safety and regulatory compliance across pathology services.
• Responsibility for complex programme delivery, resource planning, business case development and investment proposals.
• Responsibility for identifying and developing collaborative, commercial and partnership opportunities that improve service resilience, innovation and value for money.
• Responsibility for presenting highly complex professional, technical and transformational matters directly to Trust Board, Executive Committees and senior decision-making forums.
• Representation of Pathology at Trust, regional, network and system level, contributing to the development of professional standards, workforce sustainability and service transformation.
• Lead efforts to reduce unwarranted variation, promoting standardisation and integration and driving continuous improvement across pathology services.
• Lead the development of technical and productivity measures and indicators to support improvements in quality, efficiency, workforce capability and patient outcomes, working in partnership with the Directorate Manager.

For further information please see attached job description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist (or other appropriate Healthcare Science registration)
• Master's Degree or equivalent Postgraduate qualification, or equivalent demonstrable expertise in pathology leadership.
• Significant specialist knowledge acquired through postgraduate study and extensive experience across pathology services.
• Evidence of sustained CPD and senior professional leadership development

Desirable

• Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Science (FIBMS) or equivalent
• Formal leadership or management qualification
• Qualification or training in quality management, audit or investigation methodologies
• Demonstrable experience in business development, commercial negotiations, or partnership building
• Involvement in research, innovation networks, or industry collaborations.
• Demonstrable coaching experience/qualifications

Knowledge & experience

Essential

• Demonstrable extensive senior experience within multi-specialty pathology and 24/7 services.
• Demonstrable experience providing directorate-wide professional leadership and authority across multiple pathology disciplines.
• Demonstrable experience leading complex transformation programmes and organisational change.
• Demonstrable experience providing professional and technical leadership.
• Demonstrable experience leading education, workforce development and succession planning strategies.
• Demonstrable experience shaping organisational strategy and delivering strategic plans.
• Demonstrable experience presenting complex strategic matters directly to Boards and Executive Committees.
• Demonstrable experience delivering benefits realisation from large-scale transformation programmes.
• Extensive demonstrable experience in advanced laboratory technology, digital solutions, and complex analytical platforms.
• Expert understanding of UKAS, ISO 15189, and regulatory frameworks.

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience working within pathology networks or system-wide collaborations
• Demonstrable experience supporting research, innovation or academic partnerships
• Demonstrable experience of Lean, Six Sigma or equivalent continuous improvement methodologies.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Highly developed leadership, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Highly developed analytical and numerical skills.
• Highly developed project and programme management skills.
• Proven ability to provide strategic scientific and technical leadership across pathology services.
• Proven ability to translate strategic objectives into measurable benefits and outcomes.
• Proven ability to present highly complex and contentious matters confidently to Trust Board and Executive Committees.
• Proven ability to provide strategic leadership for education, workforce capability and professional sustainability.

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist the Nurse Practitioner in fulfilling his/her role in the physical and psychological care of patients and be aware of the need to assist relatives and carers. To report as soon as possible, to the senior nurse, any problems that may arise.

Comply with the quality indicator requirements for type 3 A&E/UTC/MIU departments in England.

Complete and monitor patient clinical observations: ensuring own documentation is completed to the MIU agreed standard.

Clinical tasks will include assisting patients, their relatives and carers, performing obs, recording ECGs, aspects of wound care management, urinalysis, blood glucose testing, applying POP and splints, health promotion

Monitoring stock levels- both clinical and other stores utilised within the clinical area

Maximising use of resources, time, and equipment. Ensuring defects are reported and monitoring repairs are carried out.

Maintaining safety of patients, relatives. carers and staff. Reporting incidences, safeguarding issues and completing Datix when required

In the absence of the Receptionist undertake administrative tasks

Individual MIU key tasks as negotiated by the Manager.

To be aware of and abide by UHP & Health Authority approved policies, i.e. child protection, infection control, standards and quality initiatives.

The post holder is required to take reasonable care for his/her own health & safety and that of other persons who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions.

Please see Full Job Description attached

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• One of the following oLevel 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3 oNVQ 3 oBTEC National Diploma oDemonstrable experience equivalent to the above qualifications
• Level 2 Functional skills in English and Math's, or equivalent
• Completion of Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker)
• Equivalent demonstrable experience

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
• Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
• Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare work and policies and procedures
• Committed to providing high quality patient care

Desirable

• Assertive but also able to defuse potentially violent situations
• Able to liaise with other healthcare professionals

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
• Be able to work as a member of a team
• Demonstrable experience of time management and prioritising work
• Proven understanding and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives

Desirable

• Proven understanding of Adult and Child protection issues
• Proven understanding of Domestic Abuse
• Demonstrable experience in MIU/A&E
• Proven skills in basic Triage / First Contact

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Cumberland Centre

Damerel close

Plymouth

PL14JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Contribute to the day to day running of the specialist area and modality by planning, organising and prioritising the workload thus ensuring an efficient and effective throughput of patients.

Take a lead role in the Cardiac Team, when required and when appropriate, during periods of absence of the area lead radiographer.

• Respond to the changing needs of the service daily by providing a flexible approach to the working day, thus maintaining the existing excellent standard of service and the continuing promotion of good working relationships. The work pattern will be unpredictable due to frequent interruptions and problem solving. Concentration will need to be maintained for long periods when operating equipment etc.
• Interpret and follow local and Trust Policies and Procedures, following accepted protocols and professional codes of conduct to manage own and departmental workload. Be able to manage the pressures of accommodating emergency work in addition to planned sessions.

• Support and enhance the continual quality initiative and ensure a quality first approach to all aspects of work despite the pressures of time and volume of workload.

• Be responsible for evaluating and maintaining the standard of work produced in your area ensuring it is of a high quality and taking corrective action where there may be problems

• Be able to assess when guidance and support is required in a particular situation.

• Be responsible for the safe use of expensive, highly complex and specialist equipment.

Ensure that equipment faults are reported, following this up where equipment is out of use to ensure it is repaired in a timely manner. Liaising with medical physics experts as appropriate thus ensuring that equipment is safe to use for both staff and patients.

• Be responsible for informing modality leads, clinical and non-clinical staff, and any patients affected by any equipment faults, and ensure that the equipment is safe to use for both staff and patients.

For further details please see the attached JD & PS

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• oDemonstrable post graduate experience and proven knowledge of radiography.
• oMust have demonstrated an aptitude in, or sustained interest in clinical education.
• oProven knowledge and demonstrable experience of mentorship or practice assessment, education and development.

Desirable

• oProven awareness of NHS policies and documents
• oDemonstrable experience of planning and organising complex activities requiring the formulation and adjustment of plans.

Qualifications

Essential

• oCurrent HCPC registration
• oBSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent

Desirable

• oStudent assessor qualification/training.
• oPost graduate qualification linked to your specialist area, or willingness to obtain one.

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

• oAbility to accurately position patients thus ensuring a good radiographic technique.
• oAble to communicate effectively at different levels of an organisation in both verbal and written form, whilst demonstrating fluency, clarity and effectiveness.
• oGood organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.

Desirable

• oAbility to interpret the Trust's policy on Violence and Aggression in order to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues.
• oExcellent research and audit 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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Cardiac Catheter Laboratories, South West Cardiothoracic Unit, Level 6, Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

In no particular order, the type of responsibilities and duties are outlined below:

To follow all Health and Safety, COSHH and Infection Control policies and observe personnel duty of care in relation to equipment, procedures, and resources, including managing contractors on site.

To undertake general clinical cleaning duties in line with pre agreed work plans and schedules that meet the government clean hospitals audit level.

To ensure all ward areas, theatres/Cath Lab, clinical, public areas, and staff working areas are kept clean and tidy by damp dusting, dust control mopping, damp mopping.

To partake in and complete deep cleans to remove infections following the agreed infection control policy.

To use the cleaning equipment as instructed, to keep it clean and free from damage and to report any faults.

To clean and restock sanitary areas and report faults to General Manager.

To collect clinical waste and general waste to external refuse area.

To flush water outlets and submit monthly records in line with Trust Policy and to undertake water quality checks.

To check around the external facilities for cleanliness and security.

To take all dirty laundry to the linen room and collect clean laundry.

To report maintenance faults to General Manager.

To check cleaning consumables stock, complete order sheets and put stock away.

To complete training to use specialist cleaning equipment such as mechanised floor scrubbing machines, buffing, polishing and steaming equipment to maintain and clean areas.

To be responsible for keeping mandatory training up to date.

To attend any relevant training courses as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Awareness of COSHH Regulations
• Able to carry out light manual handling
• Able to work unsupervised

Desirable

• Previous experience of hygiene cleaning in a clinical environment

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

Regent's Park Healthcare

Address

Peninsula Heart Clinic

Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached comprehensive advert, job description and person specification as this contains the full details of the advertised role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Professional Training

Essential

• MRCP (UK) or equivalent.
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for geriatric medicine and general internal medicine, through either: a) Completion of Specialist Training (CCT) - or be within 6 months of completion at the date of interview. b) Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) c) European Community Rights

Desirable

• Relevant higher degree (MD/PhD)
• Qualification in Medical Education

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Extensive medical experience at registrar or consultant level; competency to manage on-call emergencies at senior level

Desirable

• Special interest in orthogeriatric medicine OR Special interest in community geriatrics OR Special interest in acute frailty

Management Skills

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of the NHS and clinical governance
• Experience of working with managers to improve patient experience and service delivery

Desirable

• Involvement in service development and enacting change
• Ability to lead clinical services

Audit, Research and Teaching

Essential

• Recent involvement in clinical audit & quality improvement
• Understanding of clinical research
• Understanding of teaching principles for undergraduate, postgraduate and interdisciplinary learners

Desirable

• Relevant published papers in peer reviewed journals
• Involvement in ongoing research
• Experience in teaching, Particularly a multi-professional team
• Enthusiasm to develop research & educational opportunities

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to lead, motivate, support and work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High professional and ethical standards
• Commitment to continuous professional development; attendance at relevant courses or meetings
• Regular participation in appraisal and evidence of reflective practice
• Basic computer/IT skills

Desirable

• Proven ability to organise and prioritise workload, delegating as appropriate
• Advanced communication skills
• Advanced leadership skills
• Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Ability to balance competing pressures that come from holding multiple roles

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford hospital

Derriford road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more detailed information about the role.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications & special training

Essential

• MRCP(UK) or equivalent medical qualification
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• Entry on GMC Specialist register via one of the following: a.Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) b.Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration c.European Community Rights

Desirable

• Appropriate higher degree e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent

Skills and experience

Essential

• Evidence of ability to take full responsibility for independent management of patients

Desirable

• Experience in an additional tumour site
• Evidence of role in development of clinical service

Research & clinical audit

Essential

• Able to conduct clinical audit with evidence of regular completion of audits, and demonstration of action on outcomes if appropriate
• Able to demonstrate keeps self-up to date with current research and best practice, through appropriate continuing professional development activities and own independent study and reflection.

Desirable

• Evidence of being Principal Investigator of Clinical Trials
• Evidence of teaching qualification or learning.

Teaching

Essential

• Evidence of commitment to formal and informal teaching and training of specialty registrars, core medical and foundation trainees, medical students, and allied health professionals.

Communication & interpersonal skills

Essential

• Evidence of ability to work in a team with colleagues in own and other disciplines
• Evidence of ability to organise time efficiently and effectively
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Evidence of good communication skills.
• Information technology skills.
• Leadership skills.

Leadership & Management

Essential

• Evidence of management and leadership experience

Desirable

• Evidence of willingness to undertake management activities

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more detailed information about the role.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications & special training

Essential

• MRCP(UK) or equivalent medical qualification
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• Entry on GMC Specialist register via one of the following: a.Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) b.Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration c.European Community Rights

Desirable

• Appropriate higher degree e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent

Skills and experience

Essential

• Evidence of ability to take full responsibility for independent management of patients

Desirable

• Experience in an additional tumour site
• Evidence of role in development of clinical service

Research & clinical audit

Essential

• Able to conduct clinical audit with evidence of regular completion of audits, and demonstration of action on outcomes if appropriate
• Able to demonstrate keeps self-up to date with current research and best practice, through appropriate continuing professional development activities and own independent study and reflection.

Desirable

• Evidence of being Principal Investigator of Clinical Trials
• Evidence of teaching qualification or learning.

Teaching

Essential

• Evidence of commitment to formal and informal teaching and training of specialty registrars, core medical and foundation trainees, medical students, and allied health professionals.

Communication & interpersonal skills

Essential

• Evidence of ability to work in a team with colleagues in own and other disciplines
• Evidence of ability to organise time efficiently and effectively
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Evidence of good communication skills.
• Information technology skills.
• Leadership skills.

Leadership & Management

Essential

• Evidence of management and leadership experience

Desirable

• Evidence of willingness to undertake management activities

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work to established procedures with supervision available.
• Organise and prioritise own workload within agreed processes.
• Exercise judgement in managing routine administrative tasks and resolving non-complex issues within established procedures.
• Communicate professionally with patients, clinicians and colleagues across the organisation.
• Process screening-related documentation and correspondence in a timely manner.
• Assist in maintaining administrative records and tracking information associated with screening activity.
• Escalate any discrepancies, delays or concerns identified within screening information to a senior member of staff.
• Review screening data and take appropriate action to correct or progress routine issues, escalating more complex discrepancies as required.
• Assist in the organisation of meetings, including preparation of documents and taking basic minutes where required.
• Maintain administrative records relating to workforce, training and departmental systems as directed.
• Support the collation of information for reports (data collection only).
• Maintain stock levels of stationery and order supplies as required.
• Support the preparation and organisation of meetings, ensuring documentation is compiled and distributed in a timely manner.
• Contribute to the collation of data for routine audits, service monitoring and performance reporting.

For further information please see attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Business and Administration NVQ 3 or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Good general education with GCSE in English & Maths to grade C or above or equivalent qualifications to this level.

Desirable

• Administrative qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in an administrative role
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office
• Demonstrable experience of accurate data entry and record keeping
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience in an NHS or healthcare setting
• Knowledge of pathology or clinical systems
• Demonstrable experience of handling clinical correspondence

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Proven ability to follow procedures
• Good organisational skills
• Effective communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently within guidelines and as part of a team
• Proven ability to prioritise routine workload

DISPOSITION/ATTITUDE/MOTIVATION

Essential

• Professional and courteous
• Willingness to learn
• Able to work in a busy environment

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

PLYMOUTH

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

1. Develop the skills to obtain consent prior to giving care in accordance with Trust policies.

2. Under supervision follow individual patient care plans and report any changes immediately to the Registered Nurse/Assistant Practitioner.

3. Participate in basic patient assessment whilst providing personal care and feeding back to the registered nurse to ensure high standards of care, in particular relating to skin integrity and the alertness of the patient

4. Practice safe standards of care to patients following Trust guidelines and policies and be able to concentrate for periods throughout the day with occasional interruptions.

5. Ensure care is given in accordance with the infection prevention and health and safety policies and procedures.

6. Ensure that the patients bed space is clean, tidy, and accessible and that the person has what they need within easy reach.

7. Develop the skills to actively facilitate self-care and independence with patients.

8. Undertake personal care duties

9. Supporting with toileting, bathing and dressing

10. Supporting with meals

For further information please see attached job description

Person Specification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Be able to work as a member of a team
• Demonstrable experience of time management and prioritising work
• Caring approach to patients and relatives

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting

Qualifications

Desirable

• Level 2 QCF Diploma in clinical healthcare support/ level 2 NVQ in health and social care
• GCSE A-D English language
• GCSE A-D Mathematics

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbally
• Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
• Basic IT skills, word, e-mail and keyboard skills
• Proven ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training within a given timeframe
• Flexible and adaptable to change, able to work a range of shifts and moving across wards /units dependent on clinical need
• Able to demonstrate calm, caring, patient manner/attitude
• Able to meet the physical and developmental demands of the role

Disposition/Attitude/Motivation

Essential

• Caring and compassionate nature
• Demonstrates self-motivation

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Honeyford Ward

Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Obtain consent prior to giving care in accordance with Trust policies.

2. Competently undertake delegated duties in line with patient care plans.

3. Ability to use your knowledge and experience to undertake non-routine duties and an understanding to take decisions within your area of responsibility.

4. To carry out a range of (limited) clinical duties with minimal / no supervision, including for example, blood pressure monitoring, oxygen saturation levels, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate, glucose monitoring, collection and testing of urine samples / faecal samples / sputum samples and wound swabs ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care at all times. NB: this list is not exhaustive and will vary depending on area of work.

5. Participate in patient assessment providing high quality holistic patient care and escalating concerns about patients to other clinical staff.

6. Practice safe standards of care to patients following Trust guidelines and policies and be able to concentrate for periods throughout the day with occasional interruptions.

7. Provide clinical care in accordance with the infection prevention and health and safety policies and procedures.

8. Maintain the work environment in line with Trust infection control and patient safety policies.

9. Utilising skills to actively facilitate self-care and independence with patients.

10. Promote health education specific to the clinical area and in line with national and local policies

For further details please see attached Job Description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• One of the following o Level 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3 o NVQ 3 o BTEC National Diploma o Demonstrable experience equivalent to the above qualifications
• Completion of Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker)
• Level 2 Functional skills in English and Math's, or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
• Demonstrable experience of time management and prioritising work

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

• Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
• Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately

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 Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsible to the Lead Pharmacist and Associate Chief Pharmacist Clinical Services for strategic planning and delivery of clinical pharmacy services to patients within community hospitals clinical area

Support the Chief Pharmacist / Deputy Chief Pharmacist / Associate Chief Pharmacist and Lead Pharmacist in developing, monitoring and reporting on drug expenditure and medicines budget and the delivery of financial savings as part of the pharmacy FIP.

Development, implementation and update of clinical pharmacy policy in conjunction with pharmacists within the clinical pharmacy team and ICT directorate.

Work as a member of the Clinical Pharmacy Team, Integrated Care Directorate and wider UHP pharmacy team.

Monitor, review and report on medicines related incidents within Community Services.

Provide highly specialist clinical pharmacy care to patients in the, Community Hospitals care areas and related units.

To manage, lead and co-ordinate the Community Hospitals teams including pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in the provision of a safe, effective and efficient clinical pharmacy service in accordance with local and national standards and strategy. To also ensure all members of the pharmacy team are trained and competent for their roles.

To act as a role model as a clinical pharmacist and team leader, to pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy support assistants and all other members of the multidisciplinary team.

To be a lead and role model in the field of Community Hospitals/ Integrated Care locally, regionally, and nationally.

For further information please see attached job description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Master's Degree (or equivalent) in Pharmacy
• Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Certificate
• Non-medical prescriber (or must be willing to undertake this when requested)

Desirable

• Current registration with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
• Member of the United Kingdom Clinical Pharmacy Association (UKCPA)
• Active member of Care of the Elderly Group within UKCPA, Member of the Acute frailty Network or equivalent pharmacist specialist interest group
• Postgraduate leadership qualification
• Postgraduate qualification in speciality

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Excellent proven knowledge of clinical pharmacy and drug use with the area of Healthcare of the Elderly and Frailty
• Demonstrable experience in a range of clinical specialties
• Excellent proven knowledge of general clinical pharmacy and drug use
• Senior demonstrable pharmacy management experience within a recognised area of pharmacy practice
• Proven skills in effective leadership, successful communication, negotiating, persuasion and influencing
• Proven knowledge of strategic care agendas
• Proven understanding of NHS priorities and how to apply these locally
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to address highly complex issues
• Proven evidence of CPD
• Report writing skills
• Demonstrable experience of teaching, training and people development
• Demonstrable experience of providing diploma mentorship and/or pre-registration tutorship

Desirable

• Proven knowledge of treatment pathways and medicines optimisation priorities with the areas of Healthcare of the Elderly and Frailty
• Previous demonstrable experience of providing support to the management of a hospital directorate or division
• Demonstrable experience of designing and developing pharmacy services
• Demonstrable experience in undertaking and presenting research (includes audit, quality, and service improvement projects)
• Demonstrable experience in budget management and staff management
• Demonstratable experience in senior pharmacy management experience within a recognised area of pharmacy practice
• Demonstratable experience of providing diploma mentorship and/or pre-registration tutorship

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels
• Time management skills

Desirable

• Proven knowledge and understanding of financial issues
• Well-developed teaching and presentation 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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide frontline diagnostic support for software and hardware problems in order to maintain continuity of service to ensure patient care at all times.
• To support processes for all Pathology systems.
• To support processes for the electronic Order Communications system.
• To support IT processes and maintenance of the Pathology IT estate.
• To support improvement of Pathology Systems and promote Service development and improvement within Pathology.
• To support the specific technical and administrative duties in the IT section of the Department, to facilitate the smooth running of the service.
• Provide support both by telephone and on site, to users and clinical sponsors to enable change to user profiles as required.
• Provide a fast, friendly and efficient Call Handling Service to Trust staff and other associated agencies who are experiencing IT related problems. This post is further enhanced with support and training to enable the post holder to resolve minor and medium term issues either immediately or within a specified time period.
• To monitor and process fault calls and IT enquiries.
• To assist the Cellular and Micro Pathology IT Team Manager and the Pathology IT Manager with the delivery of day-to-day tasks and projects, taking ownership of work stream progress, and other elements of project support, under the supervision of the Cellular and Micro Pathology IT Team Manager or Pathology IT Manager.
• Manages elements of projects to improve IT equipment and systems.
• Deliver training where necessary on use of IT systems and processes.

For further details please see attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree or equivalent level or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• IT qualifications, e.g.: European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) or equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Degree in IT related subject.

Knowledge & experience

Essential

• Previous demonstrable experience and a good understanding of computer (PC) systems, the Windows operating system, principles of software analysis and database application.
• Demonstrable experience of writing and developing effective documentation.
• Knowledge of the Data Protection Act
• Practical demonstrable experience of problem solving/repair of IT hardware
• Proven ability in using MS Office packages; Excel, Access and Outlook, with advanced skill base within Word.

Desirable

• Demonstrable IT experience
• Demonstrable experience in Process Mapping
• Proven ability to source, research and collate information/data.
• An understanding of Prince2 project principles
• A fundamental knowledge of systems used in Pathology

Aptitudes & Abilities

Essential

• Good analytical thinking
• Good telephone, verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work autonomously without supervision, making decisions or requesting management support as appropriate.
• Work well under pressure

Desirable

• Proven ability to produce business reports and clear, succinct briefings for managers and staff
• Working knowledge of Trust IT systems.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• oDemonstrate a commitment to delivering an acute and general respiratory service and an understanding of NHS systems.
• oCompetent to give a specialist opinion across the full range of respiratory and general medicine conditions.
• oAbility to lead a team.

Desirable

• oAttended appropriate courses/meetings in the last 6 years covering the spectrum of the entire specialty.
• oEvidence of ability to perform advanced invasive procedures as appropriate
• oExperience of working in pulmonary hypertension clinic and contribiting to a Pulmonary Embolism Response Team

Aptitude

Essential

• oEvidence of recent involvement in clinical audit and/or quality improvement.
• oCommitment to continuing medical education.
• oAwareness of the requirements of clinical governance
• oPresentations at local meetings
• oExperience and understanding of research methodology.

Desirable

• oPresentations or publications in peer reviewed journals
• oCurrent research
• oPresentations at regional/national/ international meetings.
• oDemonstrate an enthusiasm to continue with research, clinical audit and service improvement
• oPostgraduate teaching qualification.
• oALS instructor.
• oExperience in simulation and/or human factors training

Disposition

Essential

• oWillingness to interact with management colleagues
• oEvidence of participation in regular appraisal and reflective practice
• oEvidence of ability to work in a team.
• oAbility to delegate appropriately.
• oAbility to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, relatives and staff, both orally and in writing.
• oInformation technology skills

Desirable

• oFormal management training.
• oPrevious experience in change management and quality improvement.
• oEvidence of advanced communication skills training
• oLeadership skills.

Other Factors

Essential

• Ability and willingness to work hours of the job, shifts, on-call with any reasonable adjustment to take account of any local requirement or disability.
• Evidence of experience and ability in teaching.

Desirable

• Full UK Driving Licence

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• MRCP UK (or equivalent)
• Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register

Desirable

• Higher Degree
• Postgraduate prizes and awards

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology will work under the supervision of Consultant Ophthalmologists to provide high-quality, patient-centred ophthalmic care across outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and surgical services at the Royal Eye Infirmary and Derriford Hospital.

The post holder will:

• Independently manage general and urgent ophthalmology clinics and participate in subspecialty clinics, laser treatments, and operating theatre lists within their competencies.
• Contribute to the delivery of safe, effective, and responsive ophthalmology services, including participation in the on-call rota where required.
• Provide inpatient care and work collaboratively with consultants, SAS doctors, trainees, nursing staff, allied health professionals, and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in clinical governance, audit, quality improvement, and research activities to support continuous service improvement.
• Contribute to the teaching, supervision, and training of junior doctors, medical students, nursing staff, and allied health professionals, while maintaining their own continuing professional development.
• Support service development, efficient use of departmental resources, and achievement of Trust quality standards and NHS waiting time targets.
• Comply with Trust policies, professional standards, and statutory requirements, undertaking any other duties appropriate to the grade of the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oFull GMC registration
• oEquivalent of M/FRCOphth, M/FRCS, Overseas equivalent in Ophthalmology

Experience

Essential

• oDemonstrate evidence of a sound ophthalmic training
• oAt least 4 years of experience in ophthalmology

Aptitude

Essential

• oCommunication skills, particularly in dealing with other medical teams and patients
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team

Other factors

Essential

• Ability to work hours of the job and participate in the 1st on call rota
• Flexibility in patient care provision

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Royal Eye Infirmary

3 Alpha Way

Plymouth

PL6 5ZF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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