Job description

Job responsibilities

Assessing, planning, delivering and evaluation of a high level of critical care for patients Delivery of a high level of post anaesthetic care for patients within the Theatre Recovery Room Working with the Anaesthetic team to deliver high quality, safe patient care. Delivering an Outreach service to the ward, offering support and guidance in the care of the acutely unwell patient. Promote the safety, wellbeing and interests of patients, visitors and staff to the clinical areas Active member of the emergency response team. Participation in the on-call rota and internal rotation of shift (inc night duty) Exhibiting a high level of teamwork with the unit and in the wider hospital environment. Participate fully as a team member, including working in all areas of the HDU and Theatre Suite, to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives. Provide initial urgent or emergency care as required Adhere to the procedures for the use of supplies, ordering requirements for the Department as directed by line manager. Ensure accurate and contemporaneous documentation of care and adhering to local policy. Ensure accurate patient documentation of peri-operative care

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Recognised post graduate Critical Care qualification
• Minimum 5 years experience within the Critical Care environment
• Experience within the Theatre Recovery Room environment
• Competence in delivering a high level of critical care
• Competence in delivering a high level of post anaesthetic care
• Good computer and numeracy skills
• Ability to analyse and put into practice evidence based practice
• A high level of communication skills within all disciplines
• Flexibility in response to needs of the department
• Ability to deliver a high level of customer service to patients and Consultants
• Good Team working skills
• Ability to exercise rational judgement when escalating issues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth

Address

60 Grove End Road

St John’s Wood

London

NW8 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Lambton Road Medical Practice would like to employ an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our multi-disciplinary team to provide a range of professional and first-rate support services to both our patients and Clinical Team. The role will mainly be focused on managing and monitoring Referrals, supporting Clinicians. The ideal candidate must possess excellent communication skills, as well as ability to work autonomously within a fast-paced environment. The Medical Secretary must also have knowledge of medical terminology and be familiar with computer systems and software commonly used in healthcare settings.

Key Competencies:

Main responsibilities will be including, but no limited to:

Typing letters/reports and associated documentation as required by Partners/Clinical Director

Liaising with external agencies such as hospitals and community services to ensure referrals are processed efficiently

Maintain an accurate referrals database mainly for TWR

Process referrals via ERS and email - make sure to keep up to date with any changes

Process advice & guidance requests

Scanning of patient-related documentation and attaching scanned documents to patients healthcare records

Input data into patients healthcare records as necessary

Assist with training of new staff

Ad-hoc duties when required by Management/Partners

Manage all administrative queries as requested

Support all clinical staff with general administrative tasks when needed

Cover Practice email account

Person Specification

knowledge & skills

Essential

• Requirements and skills:
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Calm and personable manner
• Be computer literate with ability to pick up systems quickly
• Excellent attention to details
• Ability to work effectively in a hectic environment
• Be confident and comfortable to work with multiple patients and clinicians on a daily basis
• Previous secretary experience is in Primary Care.

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

Lambton Road Medical Practice

Address

First Floor, 1 Lambton Road

Raynes Park

London

SW20 0LW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details regarding this position.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Understands Code of Conduct in relation to Data Protection and Information Governance.
• Organise and plan straightforward activities relating to own workload on a day to day basis, some on going, adjusting own workload in response to prevailing circumstances.
• Managing own activity within sphere of responsibility. Ability to accurately input confidential data onto a database
• Excellent telephone manner
• Able to use own initiative
• Able to communicate with Service Users
• Resilience to difficult and sometimes potentially upsetting situations

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE in English, grades A-C or level 2 Literacy or equivalent;
• NVQ level 2 or equivalent Qualification and or experience
• ECDL or equivalent including basic knowledge of all MS Office packages - including Microsoft Office calendar for diary management
• Typing/word processing or equivalent;

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience of working in a general administrative background, preferably within an NHS setting;

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

Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Holly Lodge

9 The Meadows

Skegness

PE25 2JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

Working in partnership with the Site Manager, the Operations Manager will work on a shift basis to coordinate and manage the day-to-day service provision of the designated PELC UTC services. This will involve providing expertise and operational support to admin, clinical and medical staff.

This role will have specific responsibility for daily operational performance and the efficient delivery of services to ensure patient safety and to support the wider strategic development of the designated services.

Key Responsibilities:

To provide day to day management of all resources within the service including equipment and human resources and ensure safe service provision for staff, patients and visitors.

Working closely with the rota team on rota allocation to ensure minimum staffing levels are met for service delivery and ensure skill mix reflects the needs of the service.

Day to day monitoring and management of physical and clinical queues within the UTC to aid effective and active queue management thus improving patient flow.

Have organisational knowledge of organisational protocols and procedures and ensure they are adhered to.Facilitate collaboration and joint working between departments

To validate and report on site breaches.

To investigate and report on daily anomalies in relation to streaming and 4 hour reports.

Escalate in real time operational pressures via OPEL and ensure all staff within the UTC are kept informed.

Facilitate the resolution of complaints, conflicts and issues from patients, staff, suppliers, other internal and external service providers and partner organisations in a timely and appropriate manner in line with PELC policies and procedures.

Ensure accurate logging of all site complaints, incidents, risk assessments and feedbacks making use of the appropriate PELC systems e.g. DATIX and work in partnership with the site manager to develop and implement action plans.

To ensure effective risk management including all clinical governance arrangement are in place and the requirements are met for the organisation

Responsible for undertaking investigations or delegating as appropriate. To include investigations of incidents, complaints, disciplinary etc ensuring appropriate action plans are developed and completed to resolve deficiencies in service provision.

Daily & weekly review of both clinical and operational rota coverage to ensure adequate staffing levels and escalate in real time any potential risk to the site manager

Highlight any opportunities for service improvement to the Site Manger.

Support the Site Manager in the planning and review process including business planning, service reviews and workforce planning.

Set up and manage forums for collaborative working cross multi-disciplinary sites including daily huddles and staff meetings.

Staff Management Responsibilities

Line manage staff and ensure accurate and timely update of staff changes on RotaMaster and to the payroll team in line with agreed deadlines.

Record and maintain records on staff attendance including absence, lateness, and failure to arrive for a shift, ensuring all instances are acted upon and completed within the specified timeframes. Manage sickness, disciplinary and performance issues and support designated staff in line with PELC policies.

Conduct regular bi-monthly one to ones to ensure any performance training needs or competency issues are identified and addressed swiftly.

Conduct annual appraisals including setting objectives and expectations.

Working with HR on the recruitment of reception staff for the UTC including shortlisting and conducting interview.

Organise site induction and appropriate training for new staff.

Working with HR to ensure all staff are up to date with all mandatory training and disclosures.

Ensure there is commitment to achieving continuous professional development of all staff.

Line manage, coach, motivate and develop team morale through effective personal leadership.

To be a role model for the service and staff working within the service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant first degree, equivalent professional qualification or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continued learning / personal development

Desirable

• Project Management /Prince 2/Change Management

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable success in project development and management.
• Proven success in delivering change and performance with and through management and clinical teams.
• Experience of managing a multidisciplinary team and ability to build high performance teams.
• Experience in complaints handling and conflict resolution
• Experience of working with the general public
• Experience of performance management, including appraisal writing, staff development and disciplinary procedures
• Relevant health and safety experience
• Demonstrable success in in effective planning monitoring and reporting

Desirable

• Experience of effectively managing health care staff & services

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to recognise opportunities to enhance service delivery
• Excellent communication skills (written, oral and presenting)
• Strong IT skills
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Effective time management (planning and organising)
• Ability to motivate, show empathy in distressing situations, enhance morale and maintain a positive working environment
• Ability to network and build relationships
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadline
• Proven problem solving and analytical skills
• You will be required to work outside core office hours(Shift working )
• Knowledge of Human Resource issues.
• Knowledge of Urgent Care agenda.
• Knowledge of, and understanding of clinical governance.
• Understanding of equal opportunities
• Able to influence, negotiate and persuade
• Ability to manage and deliver to deadlines and within resources
• Demonstrated patient focus.
• Ability to think and plan creatively, and to prioritise work programs in the face of competing demands;
• Ability to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners to create the conditions for successful partnership working;
• Competence at reporting
• Ability to think and plan creatively, and to prioritise work programs in the face of competing demands

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

Partnership of East London Co-operatives (PELC) Ltd

Address

Unit 3, Bourne Court

Southend Road

Woodford

IG8 8HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description outlining Duties and Responsibilities within the General Practice setting

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a public reception environment
• Previous Customer Service experience of dealing with the general public face to face and via telephone
• IT Literate, previous experience of Microsoft Office software

Desirable

• Computer qualification (ECDL)
• Customer Service qualification or equivalent

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense, to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities with the ability to work as part of an integrated, multi-skilled team.
• Pleasant and articulate with the ability to work under pressure in a rapidly changing environment
• Reliable and flexible to the practice needs, willing to undertake a variety of duties

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

Rising Brook Surgery

Address

Rising Brook Surgery

Merrey Road

Stafford

ST17 9LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

To manage a designated caseload of stroke patients with complex communication, cognitive and swallowing needs using evidence based/client centred principles to assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.

To provide leadership for the multidisciplinary Stroke In-Reach service.

To lead the SALT service in the Lewisham Community stroke pathway.

Maintain records which fulfil legal requirements.

To offer specialist SLT advice as required to junior SLT colleagues, to other health professionals, and other colleagues, for the benefit of clients or service development.

To regularly supervise SALT students on practice placements as required

To provide leadership for junior staff, through supervision and appraisal

To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of SALT services within the Lewisham Community stroke pathway

To contribute to the maintenance and development of the Trust SALT Service

Key Result Areas & Performance:

Clinical

• To apply a high level of knowledge and understanding of stroke.
• To plan, organise and deliver an effective and efficient SLT service to clients on own caseload.
• To independently assess, diagnose, and manage therapy provision for the swallowing and/or communication needs of a stroke specific caseload of patients with complex needs, prioritising efficiently to help prevent readmissions.

• To monitor and review progress of clients, ensuring the continuance of sound clinical practice. To modify management/care as needed, ensuring any changes in recommendations are communicated effectively.
• To document client interventions promptly and in a clear manner in client notes. To provide timely written reports which are clear and relevant to the audience, and which are based on sound and up to date clinical knowledge.
• To plan, set up and monitor treatment programmes carried out by Enablement Officers and rehabilitation assistants for clients on own caseload.

To design/plan individual patient programmes to implement oneself or to delegate as appropriate

• To undertake individual initial screens to identify patient need including areas affecting functional ability, followed by agreed assessment plans.

To discharge clients in a timely manner, maintaining communication with relevant others involved in their care.

• To carry out an initial risk assessment where necessary and monitor on going risk.
• To develop and evaluate the links between the local HASUs, acute hospital stroke unit and Lewisham Community Therapies

• To monitor and evaluate treatment, including using outcome measures in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of the intervention.
• To undertake discharge planning and coordination of complex patients both into the service and out of it.
• To take a role in the decisions regarding placement after discharge.
• To refer onto appropriate agencies for :- the continuation of treatment,

Reassessment and monitoring

• To carry out joint working with others from the Trust and across other

agencies.

Documentation

To maintain up to date activity data and activity records in accordance with

Professional and Trust standards.

• To use the electronic note keeping systems within the service.
• To provide specific reports to other agencies as appropriate.

Professional Ethics

To adhere to the HCPC and RCSLT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, and all other

relevant policies and procedures. These include maintaining confidentiality and

respecting the patients dignity, privacy culture and wishes

• To provide guidance to junior/support staff on ethical issues.

Leadership, Supervision and Appraisal

To participate in the management of the SALT team in the Lewisham Community stroke pathway.

To provide leadership for the stroke in-reach service.

To participate in the planning and implementing of the induction, training and education of students and other staff in this setting, and take a lead when needed.

To undertake the supervision and appraisal of junior/support staff as

delegated by the Lead SALT

To provide specialist training on an individual basis.

To provide advice to junior/support staff and students on a day to day basis as required.

Training Staff and Students

.

To give presentations/training on specialist topics.

To participate in training programmes for the Lewisham Community stroke pathway and wider Lewisham Community SALT service.

Service Development and Delivery

• To manage own caseload efficiently, including methods of prioritisation in order to

achieve timely and safe flow of patients from hospital into the community.

To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policies within the department

To assist with the recruitment and appointment of SALT staff.

To represent SALT on Trust wide (and linked agencies) working parties and groups as delegated by the Lead SALT

To take a lead on specific projects as delegated by the Lead SALT

To participate in, and take a lead as needed, in the Therapies special interest group for the relevant clinical area.

Personal/Professional Development

To participate in internal and external training opportunities to meet identified

objectives and demonstrate on-going development.

To apply specialist skills and knowledge in order to maintain professional

competence and fitness to practise as a senior SALT

• To maintain a professional portfolio for CPD , regarding learning outcomes
• To participate in Trust Appraisal scheme.

Clinical Governance

To comply with all Trust Policies and procedures including Infection

Control, the Health & Safety at Work Act and the Data Protection Act

To report on complaints, accidents and any deficits in equipment and safeguarding issues.

To be familiar with and comply with local fire procedures.

To be familiar with all Trust and Therapy emergency procedures, on and off site and to respond as necessary e.g. emergency resuscitation,

To assess for and advise on risk factors in given situations.

To contribute to the Trust and Therapies clinical governance and quality agenda including the setting and monitoring of practice standards.

To participate in the evaluation and audit of practice, clinical pathways and protocols within the clinical area.

To apply national guidelines/legislation relating to health care.

Research and Practice Development

To undertake research and/or audit projects relevant to SALT and/or service area and disseminate findings at local level.

To broaden research and development skills through participation in local audit and research projects.

Work force

To supervise and delegate to Rehab Therapy Assistants, Rehab Support Workers and Enablement Officers when appropriate.

To co-operate with the other Senior members of the MDT in the organisation of the workload, and to assist the Lead SALT/ Therapy Manager in service managerial matters when required.

To contribute to the education of Therapy Assistants.

To be responsible for the appraisals of junior SALT in the community team

Partnerships/Communications and Relationships

To communicate effectively with patients and carers, SALT colleagues, multidisciplinary team members and other agencies

To participate (and take a lead as needed) in the multidisciplinary team meetings

and case conferences, with regard to patient care programmes.

To advise and educate patients and carers regarding swallowing recommendations, communication advice including communication aids

To participate in staff meetings and other meetings (taking a lead as needed) as

directed by the Lead SALT

To promote the SALT role within the Lewisham Community stroke pathway, the Trust, and to other agencies.

General

The post holder will be experienced in assessing a patients needs and establishing an appropriate treatment plan

The post holder will be physically fit and able to carry out agreed duties.

The post holder should be flexible and be able to adapt their treatment planning in light of unforeseen circumstances or a change in the patients condition.

The post holder will be able to manage sensitive situations, dealing with patients or family members who are distressed.

The post holder will be confident of working in patients homes.

The post holder may be required to undertake other duties which fall with the grade of the job, in discussion with the Lead SALT including working with individuals with other acquired neurological conditions

This job description will be reviewed in the light of changing service requirements. Any such changes will be discussed with the post holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Degree or Diploma recognised by Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and HCPC
• HCPC Registration
• Postgraduate qualification in Dysphagia or extensive clinical experience
• Evidence of post qualification experience in a range of neurological settings, i.e. acute and rehabilitation
• Good experience of Stroke specific treatment approaches.
• Audit experience.
• Good knowledge of clinical governance issues
• Experience of supervising staff and students

Desirable

• Evidence of attendance at relevant post graduate courses
• Community Experience
• Member of CEN

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal communication skills in the English language
• Ability to keep clear precise records which meet legal requirements in the English language
• Computer Literacy
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage a caseload
• Knowledge and skill with assessment and therapeutic tools
• Knowledge and skill with clinical governance and outcome measures
• Knowledge of current legislation and development within NHS
• Knowledge and adherence to client confidentiality legislation and procedures

Desirable

• Full clean drivers licence valid for UK

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Honor Oak Health Centre - Community Therapies

20 Turnham Road

London

SE4 2LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a high-quality service across Lewisham and Greenwich Healthcare NHS Trustthrough line management of the Leg Ulcer/Lymphoedema Specialist Nurses and todemonstrate the required skills in Lymphoedema and leg ulcer management along with expertassessment skills while working in close collaboration with other clinical colleagues to lead thedevelopment in the delivery of an expert nurse-led service across the organisation. The postholder will contribute to advancing the body of knowledge through education, research andaudit with the aim of improving access to treatment services. The post holder will have a keyrole in ensuring seamless, co-ordinated and timely approach to care for their patient group inclinics and patients own home as appropriate. The post holder will also provide leadership,management and a high level of clinical expertise in their specialism and contribute to thesupport, education and training for their team and other healthcare professionals. The postholder will have a clear understanding of the strategic political view and challenges faced byprimary, community and secondary care through the STP in meeting recommendations for thedevelopment of the service and will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team in theplanning and development of a more integrated service for patients across primary, communityand secondary care. This post will include working and travelling to all Trust sites.

Person Specification

NMC registered

Essential

• NMC registered

Evidence of advanced practice in relevant field

Essential

• 2 year experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Waldron Health Centre

Amersham Vale, London, SE14 6LD

London

SE14 6LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Professional/Clinical Leadership

Accept personal responsibility and accountability for your infection prevention and control practice. Ensure that you are familiar with, and comply with, all relevant policies. Ensure that you receive mandatory updates in infection control.

• Develop practice in the assessment of health and wellbeing needs.

• Develop practice in addressing individuals health and wellbeing needs.

• Promote peoples equality, diversity and rights.

• To assess, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care, co-ordinating the holistic needs of the patients. To be responsible for the organisation of nursing care of the patients who have been assigned to the team.

• To take measures to ensure the safety of patients, which always includes delegation of patient care to nurses with the appropriate levels of skills. To report any untoward incidents/accidents to Matron/Directorate Manager.

• Establish and maintain communication with individuals and groups about difficult or complex matters, overcoming any problems in communication.

• Lead work teams in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practice.

Clinical Governance

• Promote best practice in health, safety and security.

• Contribute to quality improvement.

• To facilitate research-based practice within their Ward and ensure appropriate implementation.

• To ensure that nursing procedures are implemented and maintained in accordance with the Policies of the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust.

• To ensure good standards of practice in the Ward through effective quality assurance measures such as clinical audit programmes.

• To ensure all staff are conversant and comply with Trust Policies and regulations, and attend compulsory lectures as instructed.

• To monitor the safe and effective use of all equipment and the economic use of supplies, ordering replacement equipment together with maintenance of that equipment.

Management

• To ensure that a duty rota for the staff within the Ward will provide effective and well-balanced cover to meet with the requirements of a 24-hour service and always ensures the presence of a suitably qualified and experienced nurse. Considering the budgetary constraints.

• To liaise with other Ward/Department Managers within the Directorate and other Directorates as necessary to place workload and skill mix as effectively as possible. To inform and discuss with Matron/Directorate Manager any problems regarding nurse management.

• Allocate, co-ordinate, monitor and assess the work of teams and individuals.

• To manage the Ward/Unit allocated budget effectively to remain within financial constraints.

• To ensure effective two-way communication with all disciplines so that patients receive optimum care.

• Plan, obtain and deploy physical and/or financial resources.

• To provide information for and participate in studies to determine workloads, patient dependency and quality assurance.

• To maintain accurate records relating to all aspects of Ward management.

• To participate in a rota of cover in the absence of Matron/Directorate Manager.

• Contribute to the development of services.

Staff Development

• To ensure all staff reach their full potential by enabling them to develop professional, clinical, managerial and communication skills, which will be identified through the use of IPR.

• To plan and participate in the teaching programmes of learners in accordance with their objectives, working closely with the University.

• To develop the role of nursing within their specialty Ward and undertake training and assessment to extend clinical skills as appropriate to the Ward.

• To identify areas for development of skills in accordance with the NMC guidelines.

• Develop knowledge and practice in an area of work.

• To always maintain a professional attitude, developing the role of the nurse in the best interest of the patient and professional in accordance with the NMC Code.

• To promote a positive attitude for the profession and the Trust within which you are working.

• To be aware of personal and professional development. To attend courses and conferences as appropriate to the service and individual development.

• To be conversant and comply with Trust Policies and regulations, and attend compulsory lectures as instructed.
• Participate in research projects where appropriate, reporting findings within a multi-disciplinary framework.

• Implement research where appropriate.

Personnel

• To participate in the selection, interviewing and induction of new members of staff. To be involved in manpower requirements in line with identified service developments.

• To monitor staff performance and organise staff appraisals.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience at Band 6 within related specialty.

Qualifications

Essential

• First Level NMC Registration.
• Degree or working towards.
• Evidence of significant Continuing Professional
• Development.
• Evidence of management experience/training.
• NMC recognised Teaching/Assessing qualification

Desirable

• Masters Degree

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Evidence of being up to date with current issues relating to professional practice.
• Knowledge of key national policy drivers for Acute care
• Can demonstrate practical application of quality standards within the clinical setting e.g. Care Quality Commission, NICE guidance
• Able to demonstrate effective management of, staff and student, experience and performance
• Credible clinical expert
• Evidence of research based practice.
• Organisational skills.
• Fully aware of clinical governance agenda.
• Experience and knowledge within the specialty or related field.
• Proven management skills.
• Able to promote equality, diversity and rights.
• Fully aware of principles of infection control.
• Fully aware of health and safety issues.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Advanced communication skills.
• Assertive, enthusiastic, dynamic.
• Demonstrate initiative, motivation and ability to put things into practice.
• Calm under pressure.
• High professional standards.
• Flexible.
• Committed to quality improvement.

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

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

The Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B98 7UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Assessing, planning, delivering and evaluation of a high level of critical care for patients
• Delivery of a high level of post anaesthetic care for patients within the Theatre Recovery Room
• Working with the Anaesthetic team to deliver high quality, safe patient care.
• Delivering an Outreach service to the ward, offering support and guidance in the care of the acutely unwell patient.
• Promote the safety, wellbeing and interests of patients, visitors and staff to the clinical areas
• Active member of the emergency response team.
• Participation in the on-call rota and internal rotation of shift (inc night duty)
• Exhibiting a high level of teamwork with the unit and in the wider hospital environment.
• Participate fully as a team member, including working in all areas of the HDU and Theatre Suite, to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives.
• Effective management of resources within the department

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Registered Nurse
• Paediatric recovery experience
• Teaching/Mentorship qualification
• Minimum 3 years experience within the role of Recovery Nurse
• Experience within the Independent sector
• Experience in undertaking clinical
• audit/s
• Understanding of clinical governance and implications for practice
• Understanding of HR processes

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth

Address

60 Grove End Road

St John’s Wood

London

NW8 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibilities

The medical receptionist should be able to have:

Excellent communication skills are essential in order to communicate with patients and the wider team

Understand the importance of confidentiality within the Practice.

Understand the use the information technology equipment in the Practice.

Liaise with hospitals and other outside organizations in order to provide service for the patients in a professional manner.

Work under the guidance of others and also using own initiative.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in GP Practice/NHS setting
• Experience working with the general public
• Experience of customer service

Desirable

• Primary care experience and working within NHS setting

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

Glebedale Medical Practice

Address

Glebedale Road

Fenton

Stoke on Trent

Staffordshire

ST4 3AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• As the principal liaison for the consultant body at HJE, you will be responsible for growing and retaining referrals across all service lines, targeting and recruiting new consultants, and shifting activity from competitor sites.
• You will manage two Business Development Officers, providing direction and oversight to ensure consistent and effective delivery across the team.
• Day to day, you will analyse market and utilisation data to identify relationship priorities, prepare monthly reports on new business opportunities and pipeline progress, and work closely with the Head of Patient Services, Commercial Director, and Head of Marketing to shape the hospital's overall consultant engagement strategy.
• You will own issue resolution between consultants and hospital leadership, operating with a clear follow-up protocol and a strong sense of urgency.
• You will also facilitate consultant specialty group meetings, drive cross-specialty referral opportunities, and maintain detailed, accurate records via our CRM system.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• You will have substantial experience working in an independent or private hospital setting, with at least five years in a business development, sales, or consultant liaison capacity at senior level.
• You will be results-driven with a demonstrable track record against growth targets, and comfortable working with utilisation data, market demographics, and consultant referral patterns to inform your priorities.
• You should be educated to diploma level or above in marketing or management, though candidates with equivalent industry experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and a structured approach to market intelligence and pipeline management will be important in this role.
• Above all, we are looking for someone with outstanding interpersonal skills, sound personal judgement, and the resilience to operate effectively in a fast-paced, consultant-facing 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

The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth

Address

60 Grove End Road

St John’s Wood

London

NW8 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the JD for Full Description

Proposed Job Plan template

Standard Royal College of Physicians framework of 10PAs of which:

8 PAs will be dedicated to direct clinical care (DCC)

2 PAs will be devoted to Supporting professional activities (SPAs)

Person Specification

Other

Desirable

• Driving Licence

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCP or Equivalent
• Full registration with GMC
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Respiratory and General Medicine via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) or CESR

Desirable

• An appropriate higher degree (MD, PhD or equivalent)
• Advanced Life Support Certificate
• Post graduate teaching qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of Clinical Governance activities in the last year
• Demonstrable experience in teaching
• Evidence of an understanding of how one may set up a new service - business plans, service development

Desirable

• Experience of working within a mutli-disciplinary integrated respiratory team
• Teaching skills course/qualification
• Demonstrable experience in research with an appropriate publication record

Skills

Essential

• Ability to take on independent clinical responsibility whilst working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to demonstrate leadership capabilities within multi-disciplinary teams
• Ability to communicate effectively with GPs and other professionals in hospital and community
• Evidence of experience in day to day organisation of General Medical and Respiratory services in a hospital setting
• Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit, must have undertaken and completed audit projects recently
• Familiarity with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes

Desirable

• Ability to develop research projects and supervise trainees in their research
• Evidence of training to be an educational supervisor
• supervise trainees in their research

Person Disposition

Essential

• Caring attitude to patients
• Flexible and co-operative approach to colleagues and team members
• Demonstrable ability to cope under pressure
• Demonstrable commitment to continuing medical education
• Commitment to uphold St George's values

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Foundation Hospital

Blackshaw Road

Tooting

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for a full breakdown of the main responsibilities for Consultant in Respiratory Medicine- lead for lung cancer screening at St Georges and with sub speciality interest in lung cancer and EBUS position

Person Specification

Other

Desirable

• Driving Licence

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCP or Equivalent
• Full registration with GMC
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Respiratory and General Medicine via o CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) o CESR or o European Community Rights
• Ability to bronchoscope independently and be able to supervise specialist trainees

Desirable

• An appropriate higher degree (MD, PhD or equivalent)
• Advanced Life Support Certificate
• Post graduate teaching qualifications
• Ability to perform EBUS independently

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of Clinical Governance activities in the last year
• Demonstrable experience in teaching
• Evidence of an understanding of how one may set up a new service - business plans, service development

Desirable

• Experience of working within a mutli-disciplinary integrated respiratory team
• Teaching skills course/qualification
• Demonstrable experience in research with an appropriate publication record

Skills

Essential

• Ability to take on independent clinical responsibility whilst working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to demonstrate leadership capabilities within multi-disciplinary teams
• Ability to communicate effectively with GPs and other professionals in hospital and community
• Evidence of experience in day to day organisation of General Medical and Respiratory services in a hospital setting
• Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit, must have undertaken and completed audit projects recently
• Familiarity with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes

Desirable

• Ability to develop research projects and supervise trainees in their research
• Evidence of training to be an educational supervisor

Person Disposition

Essential

• Caring attitude to patients
• Flexible and co-operative approach to colleagues and team members
• Demonstrable ability to cope under pressure
• Demonstrable commitment to continuing medical education
• Commitment to uphold St George's values

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Foundation Hospital

Blackshaw Road

Tooting

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as a therapy practitioner using clinical reasoning skills to provide therapy assessment, treatment and advice to a caseload which will incorporate a range of presentation of conditions.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised degree in Occupational Therapy (completed or pending completion for new graduates).
• HCPC registration (application pending for new graduates on confirmation of passing Degree).
• Valid UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).

Experience

Essential

• Experience as a student Occupational Therapist in a physical health setting.

Desirable

• Experience of working, either paid or voluntary, within a care or therapy setting.
• Acute hospital placement experience.

Physical Skills

Essential

• Ability to engage in physical activity throughout the day and undertake moving and handling assessments with and without the use of equipment.
• Ability to sit at a workstation as necessary to complete administrative aspects of the Post.
• Ability to drive the Department vehicles.
• Access to a vehicle for work purposes / community visits.
• Ability to work in restricted spaces where there is a requirement to bend, or kneel down.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment ie. toilet or bathing equipment used for assessments.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven written communication skills including report writing and maintaining patient records.
• Able to demonstrate analytical & judgmental skills.
• Skills to prioritise workload and make judgements on priorities when there are several competing demands.
• Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner.
• Basic IT skills.
• Presentational skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction & achievements.
• Basic knowledge of adaptive aids and equipment used to facilitate functional independence.
• Knowledge of current legislation and guidelines which underpin practice.

Desirable

• Knowledge of community and local authority services relevant to Sunderland, South Tyneside and surrounding areas.
• Intermediate IT skills.
• Knowledge of standard wheelchairs and the indications for safe use.

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

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check atEnhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

If appointed, you will undertake a comprehensive induction programme, including the corporate induction and dedicated training days for Healthcare Support Workers. This will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to carry out your role effectively.

The induction programme is full-time for one week, with an additional 12 days depending on your previous experience. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory, and training days will run from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and may be at either Maidstone Hospital or Tunbridge Wells Hospital.

Following induction, you will complete a two-week supernumerary period within your clinical area, during which you will be supported by members of the education team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oFunctional skills English and maths level 1 or GCSE English and maths grade G/1 or above.
• oNVQ/Diploma level 2 in Healthcare (competencies assessed in a healthcare environment) or equivalent healthcare qualification, e.g. successful completion of a level 2 Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship.

Desirable

• oFunctional skills English and maths level 2 or GCSE English and maths grades A*/9 - C/4.
• oCare Certificate

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• oFull- time equivalent experience as a healthcare support worker or trainee in a care setting
• oInsight into role and responsibilities of post.
• oAble to describe the importance of delivering high quality care to patients.
• oKnowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers (2013).

Desirable

• oAcute Sector experience
• oKnowledge of current healthcare issues
• oFull-time equivalent experience as a Theatre support worker in a care setting

Skills

Essential

• oAbility to work within a multidisciplinary team
• oDemonstrates ability to use own initiative
• oEffective & concise communication skills demonstrated.
• oReliability and flexibility
• oCan understand and communicate factual information correctly

Desirable

• oOrganisational skills
• oExperience to take delegated responsibility

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

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Fordcombe Hospital

Tunbridge Wells

TN3 0RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB TITLE: Medical Receptionist

REPORTS TO: Managine partner, Executive Assistant and Operations Lead

HOURS: Various TBA, Monday to Friday

Overview

First point of contact for patients, both on the reception desks and phones.

Receive, assist and signpost patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way.

Provide general assistance to the Practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone.

Provide efficient, helpful, informative and supportive reception and administration services to patients and members of the Practice team.

The candidate must have experience working with the general public, not necessarily in a healthcare setting. IT skills are vital to this role.

Responsibilities

1. Health & Safety

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

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards
• Reporting potential risks identified

2. Quality

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

• To work within the clinical computer system to improve and maintain data quality
• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

3. Confidentiality

• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare

workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential

• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

4. Equality and Diversity

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

• Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

5. Personal/Professional Development

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

• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

6. Communication

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

• Communicate effectively with other team members, patients and carers

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

7. Contribution to the Implementation of Services

The post holder will:

• Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work
• Participate in audit where appropriate

Safeguarding Children

Under section 11 of the Children Act 2004 all NHS staff must ensure that their functions are discharged with regard to the need to safeguard and promote the welfare of children (Working Together to Safeguard Children, HM Government, 2018).

All staff need to ensure, as part of their work with children and families and with adults who are parents or carers who are experiencing personal problems, that the needs of the children are considered and that where necessary they are assessed and appropriate referrals are made. Staff need to be aware of the relevant parts of

What To Do If Youre Worried A Child Is Being Abused (2015) https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/419604/What_to_do_if_you_re_worried_a_child_is_being_abused.pdf

It is incumbent on all staff to ensure that they undertake child protection / safeguarding children training as per Safeguarding Children and Young people: roles and competences for health care staff Intercollegiate document (RCN, 2019).

Safeguarding Adults

Under sections 42 to 47 of the Care Act (2014) chapter 14 of the statutory guidance states:

Safeguarding means protecting an adults right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect. It is about people and organisations working together to prevent and stop both the risks and experience of abuse or neglect, while at the same time making sure that the adults wellbeing is promoted including, where appropriate, having regard to their views, wishes, feelings and beliefs in deciding on any action.

Professionals should work with the adult to establish what being safe means to them and how that can be best achieved.

All staff must comply with mandatory training requirements as per 'Adult Safeguarding: Roles and Competencies for Health Care Staff' (RCN, 2018) and ensure that adult safeguarding is embedded as an essential part of their daily practice. Safeguarding is everyones business and staff within the organisation have a particular responsibility to ensure all safeguarding concerns are responded to effectively and efficiently in accordance with the local Practice Safeguarding Adults Policy.

http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2014/23/contents/enacted

Notes This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and it is expected that you will participate in a wide range of activities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Qualification in Reception & Administration
• Qualification in Health & Social care

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Communication skills
• Basic IT skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience in Customer Service

Desirable

• Experience as a Medical Receptionist
• Experience in Primary Care

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

Unity Health

Address

Kimberlow Hill

York

North Yorkshire

YO10 5LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.unityhealth.info/ (Opens in a new tab)