Job responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES

Reporting blood films and assessing and reporting bone marrow cases (both aspirate and trephine biopsies as well as CSF and other fluid samples), with appropriate support dependent on experience.

Identifying further investigations required to diagnose haematological malignancies

Contributing to HMDL integrated reports. This will involve in depth knowledge of morphology, flow cytometry, cytogenetics and molecular studies across the breadth of all haematological malignancies.

With training and appropriate competency assessment, participate in flow cytometry reporting

Lead local and regional Haematological Malignancy MDTs

Participate in the weekly HMDL MDT meeting and the flow cytometry MDT

Attend and present patient information on the Genomics Tumour Advisory Board (GTAB)

Provide advice on diagnosis, further investigation and management to assist clinicians in primary and secondary care

Contribute to the daily provision of haematology services, including supervision of junior medical staff and Clinical Scientists

The post holder may wish to gain competence in immunohistochemistry reporting for some HMDL specimens

Participation in 1-2 out-patient clinics per week

Participation in quality management in order to provide routine and specialist services to nationally accepted standards (UKAS).

Evaluate and implement recent developments and guidelines in the specialty to ensure that the department provides an up-to-date service and good practice

Participate in audit and service development

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• MBChB or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent
• FRCPath (Haematology) Part 1

Desirable

• FRCPath Part 2 (Haematology) or equivalent

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Potential to cope with stressful situations
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Ability to function as a member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team
• Empathic approach when talking to their patients and their families

Desirable

• Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

• An understanding of and commitment to research and audit and evidence-based practice in all aspects of medical care

Desirable

• Practical experience of participation in a research/audit project

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

• Ability to manage own time and work effectively
• Possess a high degree of motivation and personal self-discipline

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 1 year experience of working as a doctor in the UK
• Experience of working within the NHS
• Previous experience of working in Haematology including laboratory haematology

Desirable

• Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

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).

Job responsibilities

Undertake repair, servicing and routine maintenance on medical equipment, to planned schedules / workload and prioritisedtasks, upholding working standards, policies, procedures, and objectives in order to maintain professional standards and servicedelivery.

Communicate with clinical users to gain a clear understanding of the nature of problems with equipment. Assess the seriousness andimplications of the problem and, under advice from senior staff, respond appropriately to the urgency of the user request.

Check that equipment performs to manufacturer's specification.

Carry out safety and acceptance testing on a wide range of medical equipment to an approved protocol.

Undertake first line repairs of medical equipment in accordance with manufacturers instructions.

Use computer skills to maintain relevant scientific and technical records of work performed. In particular ensure the equipmentmanagement computer database (AIMS) is operated in an accurate, methodical manner with work being logged as it progresses untilcompletion.

Extract information from the equipment management database in response to requests by clinical staff or Department management.

Liaise with manufacturers to obtain information on spares availability.

Monitor stocks of appropriate components and spares, requesting where necessary to keep an adequate stock.

Take responsibility for all tools and equipment within the Postholders care. Ensure workshop facilities are kept clear and well-orderedand that all equipment is maintained to acceptable standards.

Inform management and other Clinical Engineering staff of the condition and performance of the equipment within the Postholder'scare.

Respond to Safety Action Bulletins (SABS) from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and fromequipment manufacturers as directed by the Head of Section.

Participate in regular section meetings.

Be familiar with and follow the Trust's incident report procedure.

We will be unable to accommodate remote interviews for this position - all interview will be face to face

Communication

Essential

• Active listening and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with members of the public and staff at all levels
• Ability to provide information and advice to members of the public and staff in a polite and courteous manner.

Desirable

• Able to communicate information across professional boundaries

Trust Value

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant NVQ level 2 plus 2 years experience; or equivalent to relevant NVQ level 3

Desirable

• BTEC/ONC in electronics or a scientific subject. Training in repair and maintenance of medical devic

Experience

Essential

• Experience of electrical and / or electronic systems
• nformation Technology experience

Desirable

• Knowledge and operation of a quality management system such as ISO 9001:2000
• nowledge of pneumatic systems

Planning and Organization

Essential

• Capable of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Good organisations skills with the ability to plan and prioritise a demanding workload

EDI

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual

Others

Essential

• Ability to meet the physical demands required for the role
• Work with members of the clinical engineering team to develop effective maintenance plans Problem solving skills.
• Report concerns related equipment condition to qualified staff.
• Manage time accordingly to ensure tasks are completed to specified timescales

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).

Job responsibilities

The post holder shall:

Be a specialist engineer for a range of medical equipment.

Effectively manage the work they are assigned, including the management of more junior staff assigned to the same/similar task, ensuring service objectives and targets are met.

Work under own initiative, manage, and prioritise own workload and workload of others and exercise a broad degree of responsibility.

Play a role in organising, prioritising, and undertaking unsupervised maintenance and repairs to equipment in critical care/surgical areas whilst patients are present.

In consultation with the Section Lead, and Senior Clinical Technologists devise/develop and maintain planned maintenance schedules on all high/medium risk medical equipment.

Undertake preventative maintenance, servicing, inspection, and repair to a wide range of patient-critical medical equipment.

Communicate effectively with clinical users to schedule servicing or gain a clear understanding of the nature of problems with equipment. They shall assess the seriousness and implications of any reported problems and respond appropriately to the urgency of the user request.

Undertake fault-finding. Apply suitable fault-finding techniques to diagnose problems, which may be due to user error, equipment failure or environmental issues (e.g., Temperature, RF interference). Undertake repairs on complex mechanisms and systems to component level

Carry out modifications to highly complex multi-module medical equipment as specified by equipment manufacturers, and any remedial work recommended by the MHRA hazard notices or manufacturer FSNs.

Arrange the return of repaired equipment to the clinical user, taking into account urgency and departmental targets.

Write and update written procedures for the performance and functional verification of medical devices. Assist in ensuring all relevant documentation such as work instructions are complete and up to date.

Take a leadership role in ensuring that stocks of any components and spare parts used, do not fall below agreed levels. Submit requisitions for spare parts, the dispatch of back to base repairs and engineer callouts dealing with subsequent financial queries regarding price verification and delivery of goods and services.

Take a leadership role in developing and maintaining a technical library.

Propose and be prepared to support changes to departmental working practices and to assist the Management team in the preparation of reports and feedback following equipment commissioning, service, repair, evaluation, or failure.

Ensure that work carried out within the service complies with set procedures and conform to the appropriate quality standards. Advise the line manager on any matters of concern to ensure continual improvement of service performance.

Shall have a good knowledge of the trusts policy on Medical Device Management and shall hence bring to the attention of the management team all matters relating to noncompliance of the policy, that they are made aware of.

Prioritise planned preventative maintenance and medical equipment breakdown requests with departmental colleagues to ensure that the overall maintenance plan is achieved, and repairs are made as quickly and as efficiently as possible, keeping in mind the departments defined KPIs.

Keep relevant scientific and technical records of work performed. In particular ensure the equipment management computer database is operated in an accurate, methodical manner with work being logged as it progresses until completion.

Liaise with manufacturers to obtain information on spares availability and return of equipment from repair, or if technical support/advice is required.

Assist with medical equipment procurement exercises by liaising with clinical staff, company representatives and engineers, either during clinical trials or technical evaluations.

Support the calibration organiser to maintain test equipment in a safe and operable condition.

Provide specialised in depth, detailed technical advice regarding the operation, limitations, configuration, procurement, and maintenance aspects of medical equipment to clinical and other staff groups as appropriate. Provide technical support to patients and carers as appropriate. Promote a culture of good customer communications.

Respond to Medical Device Alerts from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and from equipment manufacturers and as directed by the Section Leads or Clinical Scientists.

Investigate incidents/non-conformances and contribute to high quality technical reports stating the outcomes of findings. Supply information to the management team whom will coordinate responses to risk management and external bodies (MHRA).

Attend and contribute to the regular section meetings. Appreciate and influence policymaking and procedural updates. Take part in other formal meetings and working groups as requested by the section leads/clinical scientists

Ensure that our customers receive a high quality, prompt and efficient service at all times and are kept up to date as to the progress of their equipment maintenance repairs and enquiries.

Appraise staff within the team, ensuring that staff they manage have clear objectives and an appropriate personal development plan.

Monitor and oversee trainees on placement and others as requested by section leads/clinical scientists. Provide technical training and supervision to junior staff, and undertake competency assessments in line with the departmental policy on training and competency.

Be a registered clinical technologist, or be working to achieve this registration. Participate in Continued Professional Development.

Ensure the Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98). Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM)

Participate in a service to remote sites where Clinical Engineering provides a maintenance support service.

Clean and decontaminate contaminated equipment. Information must be sought as to the nature of contamination and the associated risks before carrying this action out.

Manage own day-to-day workload and the workload of others with only minimal direction by line manager. Maintain high quality customer services in the absence of senior staff.

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

• Able to prioritise and manage own work
• Must be able to deal with constantly changing workload and priorities
• Good understanding of the principles of inventory management including Record keeping and database maintenance.
• Capable of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the service.

Training & Qualications

Essential

• Degree in electronic/clinical engineering or equivalent, OR knowledge at equivalent standard gained through relevant experience/training.

Desirable

• Member of Voluntary Register of Clinical Technologists.
• Technical Registration with an engineering institute.

Experience

Essential

• A good knowledge and significant experience of servicing, repairing and calibration of medical equipment

Desirable

• Significant experience of servicing, repairing and calibration of medical equipmen
• Significant experience in the use and operation of a quality management system such as ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 13485:2012
• Specialist training on the maintenance and repair of a range of medical devices. Information Technology experience

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Must be able to communicate articulately with colleagues, external agencies and possess good customer care skills
• Be able to maintain effective relationships with colleagues and with associates in other disciplines. Able to teach others and communicate effectively

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

• Able to exercise own initiative/Judgement when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence. Have the ability to logically solve technical problems,
• Use of fine tools for equipment adjustment/soldering and calibration
• Able to deal with occasional distressing circumstances when working in clinical areas (e.g., when visiting wards and theatre's fault finding on patient connected equipment). Excellent interpersonal skills
• IT literate
• Manage time accordingly to ensure tasks are completed to specified timescales

Desirable

• Detailed fault finding to PCB and component level

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

• Full valid driving licence
• Be willing to learn/attend specialist training courses and have a positive attitude.
• Evidence of ongoing CPD.

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).

Job responsibilities

• To participate in clinical audit and clinical governance.

• To participate in the provision and development of both a routine and specialist biochemistry service.

• To assist in the provision of a high quality 24/7 analytical and clinical biochemistry service.

• To participate in the provision of a reliable high quality analytical service that meets nationally accepted standards (UKAS or equivalent).

• To take all necessary measures to keep up to date with CPD in the discipline. This will include the reading of medical and scientific journals and attendance and participation in courses, seminars and scientific meetings (local, regional and national) as required.

• To evaluate and troubleshoot methods using specialist techniques and equipment.

• Critically appraise new information, as published in the literature, and apply this to the development of the Department.

Please see attached job description for more information.

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• First or second class honours degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry or a related subject Masters degree (or assessed equivalent level of knowledge) in the speciality of Clinical Biochemistry or evidence of near completion
• Complete or near completion of pre-registration Clinical Scientist training program To be studying towards the appropriate professional qualification (Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists)

Desirable

• State registration as a Clinical Scientist with the Health Professions Council (HCPC)
• PhD
• Mass spec experience

Equality and Diversity

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

• Excellent analytical skills
• To have an understanding of problem solving and quality assurance
• Able to use laboratory computer systems and standard software packages

Desirable

• To have experience of GC, LC-MS/MS and HRAM, and have developed a good technical ability in these specialist areas.

Research

Essential

• To have carried out audit(s), have evidence of science related research and research project(s) undertaken

Desirable

• Evidence of recent published research undertaken or abstracts/presentations at scientific meetings

Physical skills

Essential

• Good manual dexterity

Experience

Essential

• To have knowledge and understanding of clinical biochemistry

Communication and personal qualities

Essential

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Able to present complex scientific and clinical information at meetings and as part of teaching
• Commitment to the development of the department
• Good interpersonal skills

Commitment to trust values and behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Clinical skills

Essential

• Able to provide advice to clinicians and users of the service on investigations and interpretation of biochemical data.

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

• Able to organise work to ensure that specified targets are met
• Able to organise own learning time, as well as contributing to teaching/training of other staff of various grades

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

• Willing to work in any of the three major hospitals within Leicester and elsewhere if required.
• Be prepared to cover work in their area of expertise out of hours, which is non-routine, as required, to meet the needs of the service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Job responsibilities

1. Participate in providing physics support to a high-quality Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine Service, using complex, sophisticated imaging, non-imaging and data processing equipment, ensuring that all procedures are carried out according to written procedures and guidelines.
2. Manipulates radioactive (gamma and beta emitting radioisotopes) patient samples including blood, faeces and urine.
3. To assist in the amendment, and writing, of protocols and workflows used in imaging procedures and data processing.
4. Participate in the programme of quality control for complex Nuclear Medicine equipment as directed by the Head of Nuclear Medicine Physics.
5. To prepare radioactive phantoms for quality control testing of equipment.
6. To process nuclear medicine images and non-diagnostic tests for reporting.
7. To follow procedures for the management of radioactive waste.
8. To participate in the decontamination of Therapy rooms.
9. To aid and support Clinical Scientists in the delivery of the molecular radiotherapy service.
10. To prepare and manage spreadsheets and databases, used for calculation of test results and maintenance of equipment.
11. Ensure that consumable stock levels are monitored and maintained.
12. Ensure that all written procedures are adhered to, and participate in the identification, development, implementation and monitoring of new or revised procedures in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and other Health Care Professionals.
13. Ensure effective multidisciplinary communications across the Nuclear Medicine Service, Clinical Management Groups and other Health Care Institutions.

For further information please contact:

Nicola Booth Head of Nuclear Medicine Physics

[email protected]

0300 303 1573 (ext 16331)

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Physical Sciences or related subject

Desirable

• Knowledge of radiation protection and medical imaging

Experience

Essential

• Computer literacy - knowledge of word, excel
• Knowledge of routine Nuclear Medicine procedures
• Awareness of relevant health and safety regulations.

Desirable

• Experience of working with patients in a caring capacity

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Able to communicate, both verbally and in writing, complex and sensitive information which requires empathy and reassurance where there are barriers to understanding.
• Communicates instructions to the patient including condition related information and radiation risks to patients and relatives. e.g. cancer patients, paediatrics. Needs to be able to communicate with all levels of staff relaying complex information

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

• Have skills for assessing and troubleshooting complex issues arising, such as equipment malfunction and radiation protection. Able to perform detailed tasks using complex equipment and processing techniques, under written protocols.
• Able to analyse and judge complex information, acquired from equipment testing results.
• Ability to refer issues to senior staff as appropriate

Desirable

• Be able to use appropriate image processing techniques

Skills

Essential

• Dexterity, co -ordination and sensory skills needed for the dispensing and preparation of phantoms with radioactive materia
• Ability to work at speed with precision eg manipulation of radioactive sources, decontamination procedures etc.
• Use of complex radiation equipment e.g. gamma camera.
• Use of image processing equipment
• Use of laboratory equipment for the assay of specimens.

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

• Plans and prioritises own workload to run in conjunction with other duties within the department. E.g. lab work, processing.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

• Implements new procedures and makes recommendations.
• Responsible for safe use of expensive equipment
• Handles expensive radiopharmaceuticals patients Job Title: Date Finalised: Page 9 valuables and operates stock control.
• Supervises trainees. These are our own students and other staff such as radiographers and medical students visiting to the service.
• Updates patient information relating to nuclear medicine procedures on patient information system
• Acquires Diagnostic data.
• Uses complex image processing software to produce images, curves and data for interpretation
• Uses spreadsheets for specimen analysis

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

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).

Job responsibilities

This is a full time post. However NUH are committed to supporting flexible working where possible and there will be an opportunity at interview to discuss individual preference. This service provided by the Clinical Haematology Specialty is provided across both campuses, with the primary base will be Queens Medical Centre

The proposed Job Plan is detailed in this job description. It accounts for 10 programmed activities (PAs) comprising:

7.875 PAs of direct clinical care (DCC), including ward rounds, clinics, patient administration, clinical diagnostic work, MDTs, and GP advice and guidance.

2.125 PAs of supporting professional activities (SPAs) include appraisal, audit, teaching, educational supervision and network meetings

Please see attached job description for full details.

Professional registration/qualifications

Essential

• Full and specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or be eligible for registration within six months of interview)
• Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview

Professional Qualifications/Development

Essential

• FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification
• MRCP or evidence of equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Higher professional degree

Clinical Skills/Experience

Essential

• An interest and thrombosis and haemostasis
• Ability to offer general advice on red cells and general haematology
• Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health professionals.

Desirable

• Specific training in communication skills
• Specific training in patient safety and/or human factors

Management Skills

Essential

• Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery.
• Able to delegate appropriately.
• Ability to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate.
• The ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams

Desirable

• Higher management degree or qualification or training
• Experience of change management

Personal Skills/Qualities

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health professionals
• Able to work flexibly in a changing health service
• Able to use the Trust's IT support systems

Desirable

• Formal communication skills training

Teaching, Audit & Research

Essential

• Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit.
• Evidence of ability to teach and support junior staff effectively
• GCP training

Desirable

• Experience of clinical trials in haematology
• Higher teaching degree or qualification or attendance at educational supervisor training event

Practical Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel between City Hospital Campus and Queen's Medical Centre campus as required

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).

Job responsibilities

• To work closely with the Lead Midwife for the EMMMN and other members of the core team

• To co-ordinate, supervise and maintain robust data collection and validation mechanisms across all network Trusts.

• To be responsible for the efficient collection and data entry onto the database for the EMMMN MDT.

• To work with other trusts in the network to locate missing data and ensure accuracy when inputting to the database.

• To support the analysis and report data as required, obtaining data from a variety of sources.

• To be responsible for the provision of timely and accurate information to other staff to ensure the production of reports and analysis when required.

• Where appropriate, to liaise with other departments and hospitals within the network.

• To provide administrative facilitation of team meetings including preparing, organising and circulating agendas, minutes of the previous meetings and recording the outcome of MDT meetings.

• To ensure as far as possible that colleagues are able to join the meetings via electronic conferencing as required.

• To collate all relevant documentation for team meetings, to include where appropriate patient notes, investigation results and clinic letters.

• To take minutes and record attendance at MDT meetings accurately and to circulate appropriately.

• To provide general administrative duties to the multidisciplinary team to include typing letters, photocopying, filing, basic clerical duties and distributing documents quickly and efficiently.

• To be the point of contact and support for members of the MDT

• To take and relay messages clearly and accurately.

please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• A level / NVQ III or relevant equivalent training and experience gained in administration post -for a min of 2 years.
• Clinic Management/Waiting List or relevant experience

Desirable

• HISS/PAS experience NHS systems and procedures Excel, Power point , Word Data Quality Experience

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Highly effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

• Able to work without close supervision
• Able to act on own initiative

Desirable

• Attention to detail

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

• Able to prioritise schedules and workloads
• Able to work and deliver against deadlines and targets

Experience

Essential

• One year's secretarial or administrative experience. Data inputting. Managing meeting experience.

Desirable

• Understanding of medical terminology
• Medical administration experience
• At least one year working in a large complex organisation.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

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).

Job responsibilities

The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.

The post-holder is expected to participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups. The appointee will also have supervision responsibilities for junior medical staff within the specialty. If appropriate the post-holder will be named in the contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.

The post-holder will participate actively in research relevant to paediatric intensive care including the development and delivery of studies within the directorate.

There will be opportunities to act as Principal Investigator for NIHR portfolio studies and to support a research-active culture within the service.

The role also includes participation in audit and quality improvement activities, and contributing to the development of teaching and research in collaboration with the University of Leicester. The post-holder is expected to fulfil the requirements of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health CPD scheme (or equivalent), with CPD supported within the job plan and mandatory attendance at audit and governance meetings.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS or Equivalent
• MRCPCH/MRCP/FRCA or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration
• On GMC Specialist Register for base specialty at the time of application or
• Within 6 months of obtaining CCT for UK RCPCH trainee or
• On the GMC specialist register for PICM at the time of application (if CESR/portfolio) pathway

Desirable

• Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
• Higher degree e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent.

Knowledge and Experience in Subspecialty

Essential

• Completion of RCPCH Progress PICM Curriculum and 2 years training in an RCPCH PICM ISAC approved centre rotation in paediatric intensive care medicine plus a minimum of six months of anaesthetic training
• OR equivalent training programme with evidence that this training has been completed and signed off
• Extensive experience in management of cardiac patients including post op cardiac surgical patients
• Clinical Knowledge and Expertise: Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence -based practice
• Undertake basic and advanced intensive care procedures
• IT Skills, ability to use web browser, excel, word etc.
• Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest
• Advanced Paediatric Life support provider or equivalent
• Level 3 Child Protection training

Desirable

• Experienced in or have had training in the provision of palliative care in children
• Experience in managing complex long -term patient s
• Expertise in use of POCUS, Echocardiogram or similar advanced technologies in paediatric critical care
• Experience managing level 2 paediatric critical care patients in HDU or equivalent

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Highly developed Emotional Intelligence

Desirable

• Demonstrable track record of successful change management

Audit/Quality Improvement

Essential

• Experience of Clinical audi t and maintenance of high quality of care
• Understanding of and participation in national audits such as PICANET and National Congenital Heart Disease Audit
• Experience in quality and safety review eg: mortality review , review of critical incidents

Desirable

• Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement
• Experience in training others in audit/QI activity
• Published Audit including quality improvement.
• Experience in complaint investigations and PSIRF training

Management and leadership

Essential

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
• Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles Personal integrity and reliability.
• Ability to motivate and develop both medical staff and non - medical staff

Desirable

• Evidence of management experience
• Experience or training in medical management and or clinical leadership
• Certification in Medical Leadership
• Awareness of Service Development issues.
• Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

• Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload
• Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
• Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills)

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the and interactions with others provision of high quality care

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

• Understanding and interest in research related to Paediatric intensive care
• Ability to appraise research critically
• Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
• Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
• Appraisal and assessment skills. Ability to assess clinical competencies
• Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others

Desirable

• Publications in in peer reviewed journal relevant to specialty
• Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching.
• Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.

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).

Job responsibilities

Network activities are organised into Themes overseen by a matrix of CRDC Directors and specialists drawn from the Network. Activities are led and coordinated by the Network Operational Management Team led by the Network Operational Director.

This Business Development Coordinator will work closely with the existing Operational Program Manager, in consultation with industry and commercial clinical trials organisations, supporting CRDCs to delivery UK trials to time and target.

They will build relationships with CRDC operational teams, coordinating Network support for commercial trial activity at a site and study level, signposting and sharing best practice across CRDCs, as well as monitoring and reporting activity.

As a new role you will have the opportunity to develop alongside a small team, with experienced leadership, in an exciting and fast-paced research environment.

Working predominantly remotely, you will work with minimal supervision and the ability to manage your own time and workload will be crucial.

You will have a collaborative attitude and work flexibly under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent or have substantial relevant experience

Desirable

• A higher-level degree in business or technical subject
• Recognised project management qualification (PRINCE2, PMP)

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge, experience and understanding of commercial research trial activity and environment in the UK
• Experience of brokering profitable deals, and the facilitation of business development
• Good understanding of and experience in business engagement and management
• Extensive experience working in a commercial environment with a range of businesses and organisations (corporate, public sector, SMEs, government)
• Extensive account/project management experience; providing excellent service to clients

Desirable

• Understanding of the academic environment; working within a higher education or industry context
• Understanding of competitor analysis, market positioning and market segmentation
• Experience in commercial deal making: writing and pricing propositions and negotiating terms and conditions with partners and/or clients
• Experience of reviewing technical and legal documents and negotiating terms and conditions

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Successful team working and people management
• Articulate and convincing communicator and presenter; confident at pitching
• Ability to build and nurture sound relationships and work collaboratively with academics, industry and a wide range of stakeholders
• Negotiation and influencing skills

Skills

Essential

• Proven track record delivering results based on KPIs
• Strong delivery and results oriented focus
• Strong client focus and ability to provide value-added
• Commercial acumen and ability to handle data with a high level of attention to detail
• Advanced problem solving and 'can-do' attitude
• Champions continuous improvement (both personal and team development and business growth)

Desirable

• Ability to write persuasive and rationalised arguments (business cases and propositions)

Planning and Organisation Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise and manage workload flexibly to meet changing needs
• Coordinate and collate sources of information (data and systems), enabling an accessible repository for reporting

Desirable

• Vision and commitment to new ways of working and healthcare delivery

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Analytical and Judgement Skills

Essential

• Strategic and analytical mindset

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).

Job responsibilities

The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement. Sharing responsibility with current consultants for both clinical and laboratory immunology services Sharing in laboratory reporting and liaison with service users (in association with medical and clinical scientist colleagues) regarding interpretation of diagnostic results and planning appropriate immunological investigation of patients Participation in out-patient clinics in adult immunology / immunodeficiency and allergy, including supervision of nurse led clinics Participation in multidisciplinary team meetings. Responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the department; Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences; To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs; Participation in the service maintaining accreditation as a Primary Immunodeficiency Centre under the QPIDS accreditation scheme and as an Allergy Centre under IQAS accreditation scheme. Participation in the provision of a high quality Clinical Immunology and Allergy service in UHL by working with colleagues in the Trent Immunology and Allergy Consortium (TRIAC) network to common standards of care. Participation in the provision of a reliable, high quality Immunology laboratory service in order to provide routine and specialist services to nationally accepted standards (UKAS). The post-holder is expected to participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups. The appointee will also have supervision responsibilities for junior medical staff within the specialty. If appropriate the post-holder will be named in the contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers. Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures; Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally; Participating in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD CPD is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory; Managerial, including budgetary responsibilities where appropriate and compliance with standing orders and standing financial instructions of the Trust.; In line with GMC Good Medical Practice it is the responsibility of the post-holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work. The post-holder is expected to respond in a timely fashion to legitimate requests from Trust officers this might include investigations of incidents or complaints. The post-holder is expected to participate in professional continuing medical education; study leave is provided for this purpose. The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role. The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS or Equivalent
• MRCP or Equivalent
• Full GMC Registration
• Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.
• Applicants that are UK trained must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. Applicants that are non- UK trained will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
• FRCPath (Immunology) or equivalent

Desirable

• Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
• Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent.
• BLS Certification

Experience

Essential

• Fully trained in Immunology / Allergy
• Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan.
• Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems.
• Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
• Understands evidence based practice
• Basic IT skills
• Willingness to develop new skills and experience in areas of interest
• Willingness to work as a member of the team and to share administrative responsibilities
• Flexible

Desirable

• Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
• Experience / training in the development and delivery of a high quality clinical and laboratory service
• Experience of working clinically in a multidisciplinary team setting
• Paediatric Immunology Experience

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
• To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
• Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence

Desirable

• High standard of presentation both written and verbal
• Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment

Motivation

Essential

• Personal integrity and reliability.
• Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff

Desirable

• Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.
• Demonstrates potential to develop a leadership role within the Immunology service

Audit/ Quality Improvement

Essential

• Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit.
• Participation in a quality improvement programme
• Experience of quality improvement work and audit

Desirable

• Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise and participate in relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
• Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement.
• Published Audit including quality improvement.

Research

Essential

• Understanding and interest in research.
• Ability to appraise research critically
• Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.

Desirable

• Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty.
• Evidence of recent research and development activity

Teaching

Essential

• Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
• Appraisal and assessment skills.
• Ability to asses clinical competencies
• Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.

Management

Essential

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.
• Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles.
• Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
• Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
• Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues.

Desirable

• Evidence of management and administration experience.
• Management training on an accredited course.
• Awareness of Service Development issues.
• Demonstrable track record of successful change management

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.

Desirable

• Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching.
• Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.

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).

Job responsibilities

The overriding purpose of this role is to support the provision of the highest quality patient care and to contribute to continuous service improvement. To cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs Responsibility for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally Participating in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD CPD time is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory To work in line with GMC Good Medical Practice To respond in a timely fashion to legitimate requests from Trust officers this might include investigations of incidents or complaints. To participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specificInduction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.

To maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have an annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.

The Breast Imaging Services are an identified unit within the Clinical Support & Imaging Clinical Management Group, (CSI CMG), based at Glenfield Hospital. The post holder will join a team of ten Consultant Breast Radiologists in an established multidisciplinary setting.

The Leicestershire and Rutland Breast Screening Service (LBSS) is one of the largest in the country with a current screening population of approximately 164,000; the first phase of NHSBSP Age Extension has been fully implemented and continues. The symptomatic breast service provides a high quality diagnostic, treatment and management pathway through aone stop clinic. The unit also provides breast cancer surveillance and screening of increased risk patients. Approximately 950 cancers are detected per year. The unit is fully digital and has state of the art equipment, and most recently has introduced Tomosynthesis, MRI Biopsy and Contrast Enhanced Mammography.

The Breast Imaging Team actively leads and participates in audit and research. It undergoes regular NBSS QA and is proud of its record in this service. All the radiologists are part of the RCR Breast Group both participating in, and contributing to national meetings.

All breast radiologists (and advanced practitioners) participate in PERFORMS. There is regular audit of clinical practice interval cancers, MRI, VACB including 1st line, core biopsy sampling and screen reading. The team participate in regular departmental and governance meetings.

Commitment to Trust Values

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS or Equivalent
• Full GMC Registration
• Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date
• FRCR or equivalent

Desirable

• Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
• Higher degree eg MSc, MD or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Fully trained in breast radiology including Breast Screening and the requirements of NBSS
• Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the job plan
• Clinical Knowledge and Expertise: Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence based practice
• Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
• Demonstrates clear logical thinking/analytical approach

Desirable

• Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a specialty interest in the field

Communication and relationship

Essential

• Demonstrate skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
• Capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
• Evidence of ability to communicate with clinicians in acute services
• Evidence of ability to work within teams and contribute to liaison discussions
• Evidence of ability to communicate clearly and appropriately with patients

Desirable

• Highly developed emotional intelligence
• High standard of presentation both written and verbal
• Demonstrate track record of successful change
• Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment

Planning and organisation

Essential

• Willingness to work as a member of the team and to share administrative responsibilities
• Able to work in multidisciplinary teams and supervise juniors
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues
• Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively

Desirable

• Awareness of Service Development issues
• Evidence of management and administration experience
• Management training on an accredited course
• Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS

Motivation

Essential

• Personal integrity and reliability. Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff

Desirable

• Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided

Audit

Essential

• Experience in, and commitment to medical audit
• Participate in a quality improvement programme
• Experience of quality improvement work and audit

Desirable

• Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities
• Completion of formal courses in audit.
• Published Audit

Teaching

Essential

• Experience of, and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
• Appraisal and assessment skills
• Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others

Desirable

• Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
• Post Graduate qualification in medical education

Research

Essential

• Understanding and interest in research
• Ability to appraise research critically
• Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects

Desirable

• Evidence of recent research and development activity
• Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty

Equality and Diversity

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs

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).

Job responsibilities

Outline Job Plan

Laboratory work (to include cutup, reporting, frozen section cover) both personally and in supervision of trainees. Clinical administration. Clinical meetings including multidisciplinary and other meetings.

8.5

Research, CPD, Audit and Clinical Governance, mandatory training, appraisal and job planning, administration, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching*.

1.5

TOTAL PROGRAMMED ACTIVITIES

10 PAs

On average, pathologists attend one MDT per week and it is possible other specialty MDTs will require attendance in the same week. Prep time and time spent attending MDTs is included in DCC activities in the job plan.

The job plan will be reviewed and a performance review carried out by the Head of service and, through them, the Medical Director of the Trust.

UHL recognises that all consultants require time to maintain and develop professional expertise but that additional supporting activities such as educational supervision, teaching and management may not be evenly distributed within a department.

Qualifications / Training

Essential

• MB BS or Equivalent
• Full GMC Registration
• Full and specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or be eligible for registration within six months of interview)
• If an applicant is UK trained, they must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview
• If an applicant is non-UK trained, they will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
• FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification
• Evidence of continuing professional development (existing consultants must be able to demonstrate active participation in a recognised CPD scheme).

Desirable

• Membership of relevant Professional Specialist Societies or Associations.
• Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent.
• Peer-reviewed publications
• Relevant managerial qualifications and experience
• Molecular modules, Certificate or Masters in Genomics
• Dermatopathology Diploma

Experience / Clinical Skills

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in cellular pathology, Urological pathology and Dermatopathology
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
• Broad range of IT skills
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice

Desirable

• Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a specialty interest in Urological pathology and Dermatopathology
• Molecular modules, Certificate or Masters completed
• Higher Education degrees

Management

Essential

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.
• Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles.
• Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
• Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
• Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues.

Desirable

• Evidence of management and administration experience.
• Management training on an accredited course.
• Awareness of Service Development issues.

Communication Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
• To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
• Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence

Desirable

• High standard of presentation both written and verbal
• Demonstrable track record of successful change management
• Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment

Motivation

Essential

• Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit.
• Participation in a quality improvement programme
• Experience of quality improvement work and audit

Desirable

• Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
• Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement.
• Published Audit including quality improvement.

Research

Essential

• Understanding and interest in research.
• Ability to appraise research critically
• Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
• Evidence of recent research and development activity

Desirable

• Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty.

Teaching

Essential

• Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
• Appraisal and assessment skills.
• Ability to asses clinical competencies
• Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.

Desirable

• Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching.
• Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.

Equality & Diversity

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.

Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

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).

Job responsibilities

• Make a referral to another practitioner when it is in the best interests of somebody in your care

• Act without delay if you believe those in your care, you, a colleague or anybody else may be at risk

• Confirm that the outcome of any delegated task meets required standards

• Make sure that everybody for whom you are responsible is supervised and supported

• Deal with problems and complaints constructively and not allow a complaint to prejudice the care your provide to somebody

• Deliver care based on the best available evidence or best practice

Please refer to the Job description/person specification for full details on the role.

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse/qualified ODP
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Satisfactory attendance records in previous post or throughout training period
• Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery

Desirable

• Degree in nursing or health related subject
• In possession of or willingness to work towards a recognised NMC/HCPC teaching and assessing qualification
• Evidence of Post registration Educational Continuing development or reflective portfolio

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates satisfactory clinical expertise for the grade applied for.

Desirable

• Demonstrates knowledge of clinical risk management and clinical governance in the NHS
• Audit experience / research skills
• Experience in the speciality applied for.

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

• Good basic understanding of the importance of delivering high quality clinical care
• Demonstrates understanding of quality and change and the importance of new ways of working
• Passed by occupational health as fit to undertake role
• Has the physical ability to perform the full range of duties in the role
• Recognises own level of competence and limitations
• Ability to identify learning needs planning.

Desirable

• Displays motivation and ideas of future career pathway and personal development planning.
• Maintains sickness levels within Trust target

Communication and Relationship Skills

Essential

• Understands the importance of team working and their role within the multidisciplinary team
• Able to develop and maintain effective interpersonal skills and relationships with colleagues across the healthcare setting
• Good verbal and written skills
• Able to maintain accurate patient records
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate well in a variety of settings with patients of all cultures and with differing levels of understanding
• Able to present factual written and verbal information and deal with questions basic knowledge of IT

Desirable

• Computer literacy

Planning and Organisation

Essential

• Ability to decision make and prioritise clinical workload
• Demonstrates understanding of their own role in efficient management of resources

Equality and Diversity

Essential

• Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of treating individuals with dignity and respect

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

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).

Job responsibilities

• Promote and practice the highest standards of the prevention and control of Infection at all times.

• Move and handle patients and goods in ways that promote the health of the patient, healthcare team and self and are consistent with legislation.

• Assist with the collection of simple data for audit/research and other purposes as delegated by the Registered Nurse/Health Care Professional/Multi Disciplinary Team.

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

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact.

Desirable

• Experience of working within a health care environment.

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Holds National Care Certificate or be willing to undertake and complete within 12 weeks of starting.
• Level 2 qualification in health care OR equivalent knowledge and skill
• Depending on the role requirements, on completion of the Care Certificate demonstrating evidence of clinical knowledge, skill and competence plus further experience/competence equivalent to a level 3 qualification, the worker will move to a Senior Theatre Support Assistant role at band 3 AfC.
• Completed Level 3 in Health & social care
• Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Shows transferable skills to care for patients

Desirable

• Experience in Health Care setting

Communication and Relationship skills

Essential

• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Able to work as a team.
• Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff.

Analytical and Judgment Skills

Essential

• Able to work on own initiative, following direction/supervision by a Registered Practitioner

Skills

Essential

• Able to carry out well defined routine tasks.
• Committed to delivering high standards of patient care. Friendly, open, empathetic, and compassionate.
• Professional outlook and positive attitude

Desirable

• Computer skills.

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours