Job description

Job responsibilities

Act as a first point of contact, receive and direct patients and visitors on arrival, providing reception services for patients, carers, staff, public, internal, and external customers, maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.

Assist in the smooth running of the clinic by carrying out general clinic administration duties including preparation of day sheets patient lists for clinics, checking of medical histories, scanning and photocopying, and completion of patient demographics on patient forms with patients, preparation of clinic paperwork. Collecting and preparing equipment or resources for clinics if appropriate.

Regular monitoring and review of patient paperwork/records/files for both patients and staff (electronic and paper based), chasing up any missing or incomplete documentation accordingly, ensuring accuracy

Ensuring referral pathway is followed, and appointments are organised and booked efficiently using the patient administration system to effectively utilise clinical time, including identifying cancelled appointments and re-prioritising patients, ringing, and reminding patients of face to face and virtual appointments

Responsible for accurate filing, retrieving and archiving of patient records and/ or patient/ sensitive confidential information onto patient administration system in line with Trust policies and procedures

Contribute to the processing of all forms of incoming and outgoing mail

Accurately record new and follow up attendances, updating patient records/waiting lists on patient information systems and associated correspondence e.g., appointment details letters, failure to attend (FTA) letters, FTA discharge letters.

Facilitating meetings including booking meeting rooms, arranging refreshments, taking, and circulating notes and agendas as necessary

To be able to work without direct supervision, prioritising own workload to assist in the smooth running of the clinical services

Demonstrate working practices to new staff as part of the induction process

Ensure reception and waiting areas are kept clean, tidy, and safe, and that information (leaflets and posters) contained within reception areas is accurate and up to date.

Monitor and on occasion order reception supplies for the clinic

Recognise and assist as part of the team with the management of medical emergencies should they arise

To escalate any issues or problem areas to senior colleagues within the team(s) as appropriate. Complex enquiries should be escalated according to locally agreed procedures

Observe a personal duty of care in relation to equipment/resources

To work in a flexible manner when cover is required, to support and maintain service delivery.

Have an awareness of the Trust complaints procedure which will include defusing potential complaints or conflict and escalating appropriately as necessary.

Contribute to any changes in procedures and implement procedures for the service.

Communicate appropriately and sensitively with patients and carers recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome distressing situations, physical and learning disabilities, visual or hearing impairments, dementia, challenging behaviour, cultural background, and preferred ways of communicating. This may include requesting the services of a translator

Provide statistical information as required for audit purposes

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or NVQ2 or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Customer Service Qualification

Skills

Essential

• Standard keyboard skills

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• IT Literate
• Proven experience of word processing, spreadsheet, and email software
• Experience of using patient administrative systems
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills including telephone skills and face to face communication
• Experience of general administration office skills - filing, photocopying, faxing, note taking
• Experience of working to conflicting demands and work effectively within teams
• Ability to work in a confidential and sensitive manner
• Ability to plan, prioritise and schedule own work
• Able to work flexibly in accordance with service needs
• Experience of handling cash/raising invoices relating to patient charges
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to work without supervision

Values

Essential

• Continuous improvement - committed to making improvements to our services for the benefit of all.
• Accountability - taking ownership to anticipate, develop and deliver high quality care.
• Respect - how we treat others in an inclusive and supportive way.
• Enthusiasm - demonstrate our passion and pride for what we do and how we do it.
• Support - actively supporting others with compassion and courage.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

V7 ( and other sites across Liverpool)

Kings Business park

various

L34 1PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Evidence of ability study at degree level
• Good written and oral communication skills
• IT literate

Essential

Essential

• Evidence of successfully working within a team/teamworking
• Core Values which concur with trust values

Essential

Essential

• Car driver with access to vehicle for work

Essential

Essential

• Evidence of working with children and young people
• Understanding of safeguarding/risk

Desirable

• Evidence of working with families
• Evidence of working with children and young people with mental health needs

Desirable

Desirable

• Evidence of knowledge and understanding of the education system

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North and East Dorset

Blandford Hospital

Blandford

DT11 7DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Womens services:

As the only NHS Trust in London with womens and specialist childrens services on one site we have unique opportunities to provide excellent, high-quality, integrated care for mothers, babies and children.

Our directorate provides high quality care to patients across South East London, as well as delivering a range of specialist services both nationally and internationally. We treat approximately 40,000 gynaecology patients, and deliver 6,400 NHS births and 350 private births a year.

We have one of the largest NHS IVF units in the UK, which includes our flagship Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis services. Alongside our clinical services, we are integrated with colleagues at Kings College London, delivering a significant programme of research and development.

Summary of post

The post holder will provide total midwifery care to women both high and low risk under the direction of the Midwifery Practice Leader (MPL) and with his/her support, this will include the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of maternity care over a 24-hour period. The post holder will facilitate on behalf of the MPL the development of midwifery and non-midwifery staff.

Key Relationships

Community Matron, Community midwives, Inpatient matrons, obstetricians, neonatologist, GP practice managers, Consultant midwife, Maternity Support Workers

Duties and Responsibilities

The post holder will

• Work in accordance with the NMC rules and code of conduct for midwives.
• Maintain and develop their professional knowledge and competence in accordance within the NMC recommendations.
• Work with the Trust policies and protocols and enable all members of the practice to carry out care within these guidelines.
• Maintain good standards of care within their designated practice and assist in the implementation of recommendations from Government and professional bodies in relation to maternity care.
• Work with the MPL in the monitoring of standards of care.
• Maintain efficient and effective communication and working relationships with other professional groups and staff working within the Trust.
• Utilise the full skills of a midwife (both integral and extended) in the provision of care to a named caseload of women.
• Provide total care to a caseload of women booked with the midwifery practice in liaison with the other staff and under the direction of the MPL
• In liaison with the MPL ensure that midwifery practice is in keeping with current research findings and is appropriate for each individual woman for whom care is being provided.
• Participate in both medical and midwifery education programmes, participating in the teaching of all learners and new members of staff attached to the practice.
• Assume responsibility for the safe custody and administration of drugs in accordance with the District Policies and Statutory Rules and Regulations.
• Assist the MPL with the co-ordination of the clinical activities of the practice and 'act up' when required.
• Assist with orientation programmes which familiarise new members of staff with the organisational and clinical demands of the unit and group practice.
• Supervise the work of the non-midwife, qualified or unqualified staff as well as midwifery, medical and nursing students.
• Maintain stores and equipment ensuring proper economic use.
• Report complaints, incidents and accidents to the MPL or midwifery manager and assist in their investigation and resolution.
• Ensure that working conditions are safe in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• To be fully informed of the risk management strategy, be responsible for reporting incidents, risk assessment and development of action plans to reduce risk.

The post holder is required to follow Trust policies and procedures which are regularly updated including:

Confidentiality / Data Protection / Freedom of Information

Post holders must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business in accordance with the Data Protection Act of 1998. Post holders must not, without prior permission, disclose any information regarding patients or staff. If any member of staff has communicated any such information to an unauthorised person those staff will be liable to dismissal. Moreover, the Data Protection Act 1998 also renders an individual liable for prosecution in the event of unauthorised disclosure of information. Following the Freedom of Information Act (FOI) 2005, post holders must apply the Trusts FOI procedure if they receive a written request for information.

Equal Opportunities

Post holders must at all times fulfil their responsibilities with regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunities Policy and equality laws.

Health and Safety

All post holders have a responsibility, under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and subsequently published regulations, to ensure that the Trusts health and safety policies and procedures are complied with to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and employees.

Infection Control

All post holders have a personal obligation to act to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs). They must attend mandatory training in Infection Control and be compliant with all measures required by the Trust to reduce HCAIs. Post holders must be familiar with the Trusts Infection Control Policies, including those that apply to their duties, such as Hand Decontamination Policy, Personal Protective Equipment Policy, safe procedures for using aseptic techniques and safe disposal of sharps.

Risk Management

All post holders have a responsibility to report risks such as clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly. They are expected to be familiar with the Trusts use of risk assessments to predict and control risk, as well as the incident reporting system for learning from mistakes and near misses in order to improve services. Post holders must also attend training identified by their manager, or stated by the Trust to be mandatory.

Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults

Post holders have a general responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.

Smoking Policy

It is the Trusts policy to promote health. Smoking, therefore, is actively discouraged. It is illegal within Trust buildings and vehicles.

NHS Plan

We are committed to meeting the rights and standards required by the NHS plan. We expect our staff to be aware of these rights and standards and to be fully involved and co-operative in meeting them.

Terms and Conditions of Employment

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and this means that any criminal conviction must be made known at the time of application.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience-worked in a variety of settings utilising all midwifery skills

Desirable

• Experience of midwifery research and audit

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities/Physical Qualities

Essential

• must be able to practice in all areas in accordance with the midwives rules and code of conduct
• Can practice as an autonomous midwife in the acute and primary care setting
• Able to prioritise workload appropriately
• Be able to lead on antenatal clasess

Desirable

• Previous experience of midwifery working in all areas of maternity
• Confident in teaching and assessing student midwives

Values and behaviour

Essential

• Values and behaviour

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife
• Evidence of professional qualification and responsibility via a professional portfolio

Desirable

• Post registration teaching qualification ( e.g 998 or mentorship course))

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Good verbal and written skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Thomas’ Hospital

Westminster Bridge Road

London

SE1 7EH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

• Essential for the role
• Experience of working in Psychiatry

Desirable

• The following experience would be beneficial
• S12 approval/MRCPsych

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

Priory Healthcare

Address

Heath House Lane

Stapleton

Bristol

BS16 1EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full list of duties and main responsibilities, please view the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• A level or equivalent in English & Mathematics plus 2 years NHS experience or...
• NVQ 3 plus 2 years NHS Experience

Desirable

• City & Guilds plus 2 years NHS experience

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Essential

• Computer literate including word processing and spreadsheets
• Able to summarise information from electronic sources
• Knowledge of anatomy and medical terms to aid the recording of precise information

Desirable

• Familiar with basic data manipulation including identification, accessing and downloading of data, design set up and development of data entry systems.

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Research/Audit Experience
• Accurate keyboard skills

Desirable

• Understanding and experience of NHS Audits

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Able to demonstrate affective communication skills
• Self-motivation and flexible in approach and attitude

Desirable

• Good team member with ability to lead, motivate, inspire and encourage collaborative working to develop teams

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

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Wye Valley Trust - Hereford County Hospital

Stonebow Road

Hereford

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Promoting the psychological health and wellbeing of individuals accessing the Eating Disorders Service within the Trust.
• Ensuring the systematic provision of a high-quality specialist clinical psychology service across all areas of the service and care pathway.
• Providing clinical leadership, supervision and support to psychologists and other members of the multidisciplinary team delivering psychologically informed assessment, care and treatment.
• Supporting the professional development of colleagues through consultation, training, reflective practice and supervision, helping to foster a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Working autonomously within professional and
• organisational guidelines, exercising delegated responsibility for the governance and quality assurance of psychological practice within the service.
• Using research, audit and evaluation skills to inform service development, quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of policies, procedures and initiatives that enhance service delivery and patient care.
• Playing a key role in service transformation, redesign and recovery programmes, supporting the team to embrace innovation and implement sustainable improvements.
• Working collaboratively with clinical and operational leaders to develop the service, strengthen workforce capability and ensure the delivery of safe, effective and recovery-focused care

Please refer to the Additional Information attachment before submitting your application.

The Trust is required to work in line with the Governments UK Visa and Immigration Rules and Regulations. For more information about sponsorship for certain roles, please visit -

https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Post Graduate doctoral level training in Clinical Psychology or other relevant Applied Psychology as accredited by the B.P.S and conferring eligibility for HPC Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist.
• Registration with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist
• Evidence of formal post graduate learning within an Eating Disorders Service

Desirable

• Relevant child focused therapeutic training.

Length and/or Nature of Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate broad range of post qualification experience working at an expert level in an autonomous capacity, with extensive experience of providing clinically expert, high quality, safe and effective assessment, formulation and interventions for children and young people.
• Receipt of at least 50 hours clinical supervision while working at a highly specialist level in an Eating Disorders context or other directly relevant area and in an increasingly autonomous capacity
• Demonstrate extensive experience and clinical expertise in delivering evidence based/best practice clinical interventions within an Eating Disorders Service

Desirable

• Experience of service development and strategic work including complex audit and service evaluation to support development of service provision
• Experience of facilitating group work with young people

Professional /Managerial/ Specialist Knowledge

Essential

• Expert knowledge of lifespan developmental child and adolescent psychology (including psychometrics) including current evidence-based practice.
• The knowledge may have been developed in a variety of ways. Appropriate evidence could include relevant research, publications or outcomes of previous work in the specialism.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise and expert clinical formulation and reasoning regarding a range of evidenced-based professional interventions, including current best practice related to psychological care in an Eating Disorders context
• Significant experience of providing clinical supervision and supporting the work of other clinical staff

Desirable

• Experience of supporting the recruitment, selection and development of new staff.

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

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Eastgate House/Brownhill Centre

Gloucester/Cheltenham

Gloucester/Cheltenham

GL51 9ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

To carry out the cleaning of wards and general areas within agreed schedules and conforming to legislative requirements.

To carry out the cleaning duties safely and effectively, in accordance with the NHS National Standards of cleanliness.

To undertake other duties that may be required by the Housekeeping Team Leaders to facilitate the efficient running of the Housekeeping Services Department.

The removal of refuge sacks to disposal points in accordance with waste disposal and Control of Infection Guidelines.

The replacement and receipt of routine supplies i.e. rubbish bags, paper towels, soap, toilet rolls and cleaning materials.

To undertake specialised cleaning as required.

The receiving, regeneration and serving of patients meals, preparation of beverages; laying up and clearing away of crockery and cutlery, and washing up.

To carry out Hostess Duties safely and effectively, in accordance with the Trust Catering Policies and Environmental Standards.

To perform housekeeping and/or Hostess Duties as required and work in more than one area of Estates and Facilities division.

Ensure a high standard of tidiness and cleanliness is maintained in all parts of the ward or department, and report identified problems.

To provide support to the service as required to cover leave.

To provide a professional level of customer service to patients and visitors.

To ensure to ensure all documentation is completed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good Standard of written and spoken English
• NVQ level 1 in Support Services or equivalent level of working experience

Desirable

• Level 2 Food Safety qualifications, or willingness to undertake

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of customer care/ food services/ catering

Desirable

• Knowledge of cleaning practices, basic Health & Safety awareness and infection control regulations

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience within a cleaning/housekeeping role

Desirable

• Previous experience within an NHS/care 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

Medway NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Medway Maritime Hospital

Windmill Road

Gillingham, Kent

ME7 5NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Prepare and distribute all patient meals and beverages following dietary requirements.

Coordinate with nursing staff to understand patient-specific dietary needs, such as allergens, texture-modified meals, or cultural preferences.

Ensure daily temperature checks for food items and storage areas, accurately documenting findings.

Act as a liaison between patients, nursing staff, and catering teams to communicate meal-related information.

Engage with patients politely to accommodate their meal choices while adhering to dietary restrictions.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 1 in Support Services or equivalent level of working experience
• Basic Food Hygiene

Desirable

• Level 1 Food Safety Course
• Level 1 Food Allergens Course

Experience

Essential

• Catering Experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of Customer Care
• Knowledge of food service/catering

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

Medway NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Medway Maritime Hospital

Windmill Road

Gillingham, Kent

ME7 5NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire County Council

Address

Hampshire County Council

Totton Hub

1 High St

Totton

Hampshire

SO40 9HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

1. Educated to degree level or equivalent experience with relevant experience in a health or social care environment
2. Evidence of continuing professional development
3. Experience of working in a community services setting
4. Ability to effectively challenge stakeholders while maintaining effective relationships
5. Knowledge of hospital discharge process
6. Ability to work autonomously with individuals
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to network and build relationships at all levels
8. Time management skills
9. Ability to pay attention to detail where accuracy is vitally important
10. Demonstrates ability to work effectively within a team
11. IT skills
12. Evidence of excellent planning and organisational skills - and ability to prioritise workload.

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to call: Annette Emery on 0118 9047150 or email [email protected] who'll be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience with relevant experience in a health or social care environment
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Evidence of post graduate study
• Management Qualification

Previous Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a community services setting
• Ability to effectively challenge stakeholders while maintaining effective relationships
• Knowledge of hospital discharge process

Desirable

• Previous experience of multi-agency collaboration working across professional boundaries
• Experience of working in a hospital discharge setting

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously with individuals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to network and build relationships at all levels
• Time management skills
• Ability to pay attention to detail where accuracy is vitally important
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively within a team
• IT skills
• Evidence of excellent planning and organisational skills - and ability to prioritise workload

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of relevant National policies and guidelines relevant to the area
• Knowledge of QI Methodology

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel to multiple sites

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

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5AN

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse or within 2 months of gaining PIN.
• Knowledge of Primary Care.

Desirable

• Working towards diploma or degree. Previous community experience

Skills

Essential

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain high standards of care
• Clinical competency

Desirable

• Flexible approach to work.

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of ongoing professional training.
• Knowledge of Professional codes of conduct.
• Broad knowledge of relevant community nursing skills and competencies.

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Other

Essential

• Working unsociable hours Ability to travel between patient's homes in a timely manner.

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Prestatyn District Nurses

Kings Avenue

Prestatyn

LL19 9AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• GCSE English language level 4-9 (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Previous health care experience experience
• Experience of using MS Office, Word, Excel, and outlook
• Experience of working with Multi-Disciplinary Teams and/or attending meetings

Desirable

• Demonstrate an understanding of discharge planning
• Experience of working in the NHS, use of NHS systems and understanding of medical terminology

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate understanding of GDPR and working with sensitive and confidential information

Desirable

• Red2 Green/ Criteria to Reside / SAFER initiatives
• Local Discharge Planning processes

Skills

Essential

• A self-motivated, innovative, and a pro-active problem solver
• Able to meet tight deadlines, prioritise workload, and work under pressure
• Flexible in approach to meet the challenges of a trust wide post
• Demonstrate good standards of written and verbal communication
• Ability to communicate at all levels
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City Hospital

Bretton Gate

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities and Skills:

• Liaise effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external to the organisation, including:

  • Medical staff.
  • Multidisciplinary teams (community and inpatient).
  • Service users and carers.
  • Health and social care teams.
  • Third sector and voluntary agencies.
  • Community groups and local authority services.
  • Other statutory agencies (e.g. Police, Ministry of Justice).

• Provide comprehensive secretarial support to named medical staff and the management team.

• Utilise strong written and verbal communication skills to engage with a diverse range of individuals and external agencies, applying tact and persuasive skills where barriers to understanding or agreement may exist.

• Exchange verbal and written information with patients, staff, and carers regarding appointments, admissions, meetings, and other service-related matters.

• Provide and receive both routine and complex information, including responding to enquiries from external stakeholders and the public. This includes updating patient records, collating information for transfers of care, and handling sensitive data appropriately.

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment, ensuring effective communication with team members and facilitating administrative processes for team meetings.

• Receive and manage incoming mail (both paper and electronic), ensuring prompt distribution and appropriate action on high-priority items.

• Handle telephone and face-to-face interactions with distressed service users in a supportive and empathetic manner.

Please see attached Job Description file for a full list of duties and responsibilities.Right to Work in the UK: This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application, as the organisation is unable to support sponsorship for this post.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• NVQ level 3 in Business & Administration, or the equivalent level of experience and knowledge.

Essential

Essential

• Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet navigation

Essential

Essential

• Strong communication abilities, with proficiency in both spoken and written formats.

Essential

Essential

• Advanced typing skills

Desirable

Desirable

• Administration experience in a health/social care setting

Desirable

Desirable

• Ability to work without direct supervision

Desirable

Desirable

• RSA Level 3/NVQ Level 3, or equivalent knowledge and experience.

Desirable

Desirable

• Experience of working as part of a team

Essential

Essential

• Demonstrates a clear understanding of the principles of confidentiality.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Empathy for individuals who have experienced mental health problems and ability to cope with behaviour which may be challenging at times.

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Shearwater Lodge

1 The Avenue

Warminster

BA12 9AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a team

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general standard of education

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work flexible shifts, days and nights
• Good interpersonal skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Colwyn Bay Community Hospital

Hesketh Road

Colwyn Bay

LL29 8AY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessments, investigations and treatment planning for Children & Young People with ADHD and Autism.
• Prescribe and monitor medication within scope of practice, maintain accurate medical records and coordinate referrals to health, social care and specialist services.
• Provide nurse-led clinics, reviews and discharge processes, ensuring effective communication with primary care.
• Lead clinical audits, investigate incidents, support staff development and supervision, contribute to service improvement and pathway development, monitor standards of care, analyse service data and ensure safe, effective use of resources while maintaining professional and regulatory standards.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Current NMC Registration
• Degree in Healthcare related subject
• Master's degrees in health care related subject/Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent
• Independent non-medical prescriber
• Enhanced Clinical Assessment

Desirable

• Long term conditions qualification
• Mentorship/ leadership qualification
• Speciality specific qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant years post Registration experience in a variety of settings
• Experience of working to protocols and guidelines
• Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
• Previous experience of developing clinical guidelines and clinical care pathways
• Experience of clinical audit
• Evidence of successful management of change
• Previous experience of working with children, young people and families

Desirable

• Previous experience in an ANP role
• Previous experience in the field of ADHD / Neurodevelopmental nursing
• Experience of working with marginalised patient groups

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously and manage own workload
• Management of patients with complex needs
• Clinical examination skills
• Accountability of own role and other roles in a nurse-led service
• Management and Leadership skills/effective change agent, evidence of education / qualification in leadership
• Evidence of advanced clinical practice
• Awareness of the need to focus on continuous quality Improvement
• Able and willing to use Information Technology Systems

Desirable

• Quality improvement training

Communication

Essential

• Excellent written and Verbal communication skills using the English language
• Ability to communicate with patients and families with regard to diagnosis, treatment and care planning
• Ability to communicate difficult news while working in a collaborative shared decision-making culture
• Negotiation and conflict management skills

Desirable

• Advanced communication qualification

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Teaching and mentoring qualification or equivalent evidence of teaching and assessing in practice
• Evidence of continued professional development

Personal Attributes / Behaviours (linked to the Trust's Behaviour Framework)

Essential

• Awareness and understanding of the NHS issues relevant to nursing advanced practice
• Understanding of the Clinical Governance Framework
• Aware of the political and organisational drivers that impact on the service

Other

Essential

• Ability to be creative innovative and adaptable
• Organised and motivated Positive role model
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends where the need arises
• Hold a full and valid UK driving license and have the ability to travel across the county of Norfolk to deliver patient care and staff support

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

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Norwich Community Hospital

Bowthorpe Road

Norwich / Kings Lynn

NR2 3TU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this job role please see full job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Appropriate post-registration qualification in specialist area
• Teaching and assessing/clinical supervision
• Evidence of ability to critically appraise research and transcribe/implement into evidence-based practice

Desirable

• Independent/Supplementary Nurse Prescribing Course (V300 Non-medical prescribing course)

Experience

Essential

• Substantial post registration experience with a broad range of clinical experience
• Specific experience within the speciality
• Experience of teaching and assessing in the clinical area

Desirable

• Participated in service development
• Knowledge of professional and NHS issues and policy relating to specialist area

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Royal Shrewbsury hospital

Mytton oak road

Shrewsbury

SY38XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.sath.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 at Standard 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 has been agreed.

Please note: This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. In line with the UK Immigration Rules and Home Office Sponsorship Guidance, employers may only sponsor individuals for roles that meet strict eligibility, salary, and compliance requirements. Where a role does not meet these criteria, organisations are prohibited from assigning a Certificate of Sponsorship. Applicants must therefore already hold a valid immigration status and ongoing right to work in the UK in order to be considered.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Degree level or equivalent level of experience of working within a project support environment.

Desirable

• IOSH Healthcare (Risk & Safety Management)
• Project management qualification

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Significant Experience and knowledge of project management in building construction.
• In depth experience in design, specification and negotiation of construction projects, Capital project management and administration of construction contract matters.
• In depth knowledge of NHS project management including procurement routes, and business case development.
• Health service Capital investment and procurement procedures.
• A thorough understanding of fire prevention, building construction and services, fire safety legislation, Codes of Practice and Building Regulations.
• An understanding of the risk management process.

Desirable

• Experience of working within a Healthcare environment
• Leading and influencing in challenging circumstances

Skills

Essential

• Excellent numeric and analytical skills
• Highly developed problem-solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
• Ability to analyse complex facts and situations and develop a range of options
• Able to manage conflicting demands of departmental and corporate priorities
• Excellent organisational skills and prioritising skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone Hospital

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please visit to our vacancy page to apply for this role - Work for us | Headway London

JOB DETAILS

• Job Title:Technical Instructor
• Location:Headway London and Enfield Community locations
• Team:Therapy Services
• Responsible To:Therapy Service Manager
• Hours: 30 hours per week (16 hours per week Day Service; 14 hours per week Enfield)

• Salary:£31,205.35 (FTE), (£26,747.44 after pro rating)
• Contract: Fixed Term Contract from October 2026 for 12 months (Maternity Cover)

ABOUT THE ROLE

• To provide therapeutic input to members of Headway Londons Day Service including running an extensive group programme alongside the therapy team.
• To work in the Enfield Community Brain Injury Service and the Headway London Day Service (East) completing administrative tasks, providing one-to-one therapy and group work independently and in conjunction with the therapy team.

PRINCINPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Therapeutic Intervention and Rehabilitation

• Run a variety of therapeutic groups including dance, open gym sessions, chair-based exercise, upper limb therapy, yoga, tai chi and relaxation, memory and cognitive groups, peer support and brain injury education sessions ensuring a wide range of therapeutic programmes is on offer.
• Carry out personalised therapy programmes with members / clients,, monitor their progress against their rehabilitation goal(s) and progress as able or provide feedback to qualified therapy staff: Examples of techniques include (but is not limited to) gym programmes, mobility practice, travel practice, relaxation techniques, behavioural activation interventions, upper limb rehabilitation and interventions to support members to develop and maintain a daily and weekly structure to promote their psychological and physical wellbeing.
• Support individuals to practise and consolidate therapeutic strategies developed by qualified therapy staff, such as memory aids, anger management techniques, anxiety management strategies, and other rehabilitation approaches. Facilitate the application and generalisation of these strategies across a range of environments, including activities in the day service, at home, community settings, educational placements, and other relevant contexts. Monitor progress, provide feedback on effectiveness, and identify any difficulties or emerging needs that require review by a qualified.

• Contribute to the evaluation of therapeutic interventions using appropriate outcome measures, adjusting interventions as appropriate and working towards achieving personalised goals.

Assessment, Clinical Reasoning and Risk Management

• Undertake delegated assessments and outcome measures independently, or under the direction of qualified therapy staff, including assessment of mobility, falls risk, transfers, provision of small equipment, standardised balance measures, cognitive screening tools, mood questionnaires, behavioural experiments, and Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS).
• Monitor and manage clinical risk in relation to own caseload, seeking guidance where appropriate.
• Assess an individual's capacity, to make specific decisions to gain valid and informed consent before starting treatment. Work within the legal framework with members who lack capacity to consent to assessment, treatment or intervention ensuring decisions are made in best interests and appropriate documentation, communication and safeguarding procedures are followed. Seek guidance from qualified therapists in complex cases.

Client and Partnership Support

• Instruct carers and relatives, providing direction and guidance on a range of therapeutic activities as part of own clinical work or as directed by the qualified therapist.
• Work collaboratively with Headways Day Service co-ordinators, other Headway services and volunteers on members therapeutic programmes to ensure a consistent approach.
• Liaise with statutory services including social care, DWP, community rehabilitation teams, other voluntary services and / or any other relevant services to ensure members' needs are met outside of Headway.

Clinical Documentation, Governance and Professional Practice

• Accurately record and feedback findings, identifying any complex issues or changes that require further assessment, intervention, or review by a qualified clinician.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records and monitoring documentation on all work undertaken to meet organisational and professional standards.

Therapy Service Development and Sustainability

• Contribute to and support any projects for improving the Therapy Service and the development of the therapy group programme and seek out and develop potential collaborations with other services within the organisation eg: art and music projects, to ensure a wide range of groups exist to engage as many members as possible.
• Assist with relevant grant applications with support from the fundraising team to contribute to the sustainability of the therapy service.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS - INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL

Internal

• All Staff
• Members / clients and their support network

External

• External Partners including health and social care providers

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of the importance of confidentiality.
• Understanding the limitations of the role and when to seek guidance.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and procedures.
• Awareness of issues around disability and social exclusion.

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of the demographic
• Headway London serves.

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Undertaken and completed courses related to acquired brain injury and or other neurological conditions

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working one-to-one with adults with a brain injury or affected by another neurological condition.

Desirable

• Experience of implementing therapeutic programmes for adults with a brain injury or other neurological
• conditions.
• Experience in providing intervention relating to
• activity and participation (as defined by the WHO).
• Experience as a therapy/ rehabilitation assistant working with adults with a brain injury or other
• neurological condition.

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

Headway East London

Address

Timber Wharf

238-240 Kingsland Road

London

E2 8AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://headwayeastlondon.org/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Care Coordinator/ Executive Assistant Job Description

Job Title: Care Coordinator/Executive Assistant

Reports To: Senior Management Team

Hours: 37.5 22 hrs Exec Assistant, 15 hrs CC You will have scheduled time for both roles

Salary: 25 27 K

Location: Bretton Park Healthcare

Main Duties and Responsibilities

As a Care Coordinator / Executive Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the senior management team acting as key point of contact for leadership support, patients and clinicians by:

Reception and Patient Services

• Welcoming patients and visitors in a professional and friendly manner.
• Answering telephone calls and responding to patient enquiries.
• Booking, amending and cancelling appointments.
• Processing online patient requests and enquiries.
• Registering new patients and updating patient records.
• Processing repeat prescription requests in accordance with practice procedures.
• Signposting patients to the most appropriate service or healthcare professional.

Care Coordination

• Supporting patients to navigate health and social care services.
• Assisting patients in managing appointments and accessing appropriate support.
• Liaising with clinicians, community services, care homes and external healthcare providers.
• Supporting vulnerable patients and those with complex health needs.
• Working alongside Social Prescribing Link Workers and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Following up patient actions and ensuring continuity of care where appropri

Provide business support as directed by the senior management team (these tasks will vary but include preparing recruitment packs, copying support information

for meetings)

Manage diaries and meetings.

Prepare agendas, supporting documents and minutes.

Draft correspondence and reports.

Monitor the management generic email box daily actioning and forwarding on as required.

Be the practice point of contact for the Bretton and Park generic email boxes.

Monitor actions from minutes of meetings chasing updates when required Keeping the practice action log updated and RAG rated, give update at business meetings.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational, administrative, and IT skills.
• Ability to manage diaries, meetings, correspondence, and action tracking.
• Excellent customer service skills with a professional and patient-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Good understanding of GP practice operations and NHS services.

Desirable

• Previous GP practice or healthcare experience.
• Previous reception or customer service experience.
• Knowledge of SystmOne.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications.

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

Bretton Park Healthcare

Address

Bretton Medical Practice, Rightwell East

Bretton

Peterborough

PE3 8DT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-disiplinary team in a patient facing role to clinically assess and treat patients using their expert knowledge of medicines for specific disease areas
• Be a prescriber and work alongside the GP team
• Be responsible for the care management of patients with chronic diseases and undertake clinical medication reviews to proactively manage people with complex poly-pharmacy, especially the elderly
• Provide specialist expertise in the use of medicines whilst helping to address both the public health and social care needs of patients at the organisation and to help tackle inequalities
• Provide leadership on person-centered medicines optimistation (including ensuring prescribers in the practice conserve antibiotics in line with antimicrobial stewardship guidance)and quality improvement, whilst contributing to the Quality and outcomes Framework and enhanced services
• Through Structured medication reviews support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote self-care
• Develop relationships and work closely with other pharmacy professionals across the wider health and social care system
• Take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols, clinical research with medicines and liasing with specialist pharmacies when needed
• Act as the point of contact for medicines related matters
• Consult patients within defined levels of competence and independently prescribe acute & repeat medication
• Receive referrals and directed patients from triage services & other clinicians
• Receive and resolve medicines queries from patients and other staff
• Manage a theraputic drug monitoring system and the recall of patients taking high risk drugs ie: anti coagulants , anticonvulsants & DMARDS etc
• Review medications for newly registered patients
• Improve patient and carer understanding of confidence in and compliance with their medication
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
• Encourage cost-effective prescribing throughout the organisation
• Implement and embed a robust repeat prescribing system
• Actively signpost patients to the correct healthcare professional
• Review the latest guidance, ensuring the organisation conforms to NICE & CQC
• Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding adults & children
• Provide proactive leadership on medicines and prescribing systems to the organisation, patients & their carers
• Undertake all mandatory training & induction programmes
• Contribute & embrace the spectrum of clinical governance

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GPC registered pharmacist
• Proof of relevant professional and educational qualifications, coupled with details of any training.
• Have qualified from, an approved 18-month training pathway or equivalent that equips them to be able to practice and prescribe safely and effectively in a primary care setting (for example, the CPPE clinical pharmacist training pathways)
• Hold a GPhC independent prescribing qualification

Desirable

• Medicines management qualification
• Minor ailments certification

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Essential

• Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information effectively with people at all levels by telephone, email and face to face
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing, negotiation and organisational skills
• Good clinical system IT knowledge
• Understanding of safeguarding adults and children
• Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GPs
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes

Experience

Essential

• An appreciation of the nature of general practice and the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing
• Minimum of two years working as a pharmacist demonstrated within a practice portfolio
• An appreciation of the new NHS landscape, including the relationships between individual practices, PCNs and the commissioners

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

Thorneloe Lodge Surgery

Address

29 Barbourne Road

Worcester

WR1 1RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this vacancy.

Discussions around working pattern will take place during initial job planning, where preferences, requirements and options can be discussed and explored in full.

Hywel Dda University Health Board is committed to providing healthcare services that are patient-centric, ensuring that our community receives the best possible care. We value inclusivity and foster a workplace culture that embraces diversity and supports every individuals contribution towards a welcoming healthcare environment.

We welcome applications from all sections of society and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Please see the below links for useful videos relating to this vacancy:

Hywel Dda in three Counties: https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sY

Medical Leadership in Hywel Dda:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33s

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Entry on the GP Register
• Full registration and a License to Practice with the General Medical Council
• MRCGP
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice / Certificate Confirming Eligibility for General Practice Registration (CEGPR), or equivalent
• Included on a Medical Performers List or eligible
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Conducting sessions in a General Practice Setting

Desirable

• Additional Higher qualification(s)

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Broad based experience within the specialty area
• Able to demonstrate core competencies and clinical skills relevant to the post
• Experience of leading a team

Desirable

• Previous experience working in the UK or NHS

Teaching

Essential

• Ability to critically assess learning requirements for self and others
• Evidence of organising programmes and teaching all staff groups
• Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff

Desirable

• Teaching qualification

Research and Scholarship

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge of current research and best practice in the specialty area
• Evidence of keeping up to date with current research and best practice
• Evidence of locating and using clinical guidelines appropriately
• Evidence of communicating and interpreting research evidence in a meaningful way

Desirable

• Active participation in research

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Understanding of the role of Clinical Governance
• Participation in clinical audit (or quality improvement project) and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice
• Knowledge of annual job planning/appraisal review process

Desirable

• Knowledge of risk management

Safeguarding

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge of safeguarding requirements and takes appropriate responsibility
• Evidence of applying appropriate equality and diversity legislation

Other

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously and be responsible for actions
• Ability to work flexibly
• Ability to remain calm whilst working under pressure
• Undertake responsibility for leading and supervising a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team-working skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Meddygfa Penrhyn

Cysgod-yr-Eglwys

Solva

SA62 6TW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The departments of Radiology at the acute sites operate strategically as one department and there is close collaboration leading to the integration of services. The successful candidate will fully participate with the existing consultants in providing radiology services across Hywel Dda and will be expected to further develop their sub-specialist interest, which would augment and compliment the services currently provided.

The successful candidate will participate in the daytime Duty Radiologist rota covering inpatient scanning which could include cross cover from the base site. A proportion of the out of hours (OOH) on call is currently outsourced and completed remotely by an online Teleradiology provider. However, the directorate is currently subject to transformation bringing a proportion of this service in-house. The successful candidate will participate in the new internal on-call rota. This will include providing and promoting a flexible approach by contributing to this service completing cross-site reporting and emergency cover for our four main hospital sites where necessary on site and remotely from home.

For full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this vacancy.

Discussions around working pattern will take place during initial job planning, where preferences, requirements and options can be discussed and explored in full.

Hywel Dda University Health Board is committed to providing healthcare services that are patient-centric, ensuring that our community receives the best possible care. We value inclusivity and foster a workplace culture that embraces diversity and supports every individuals contribution towards a welcoming healthcare environment.

We welcome applications from all sections of society and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Please see the below links for useful videos relating to this vacancy:

Hywel Dda 3 Counties - https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sY

Lifestyle in Wales - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgt03XPT6RQ

Medical Leadership in Hywel Dda - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33s

Virtual Tour - https://youtu.be/mVLrJAcfM_c

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Full registration and a License to Practice with the General Medical Council.
• On the GMC Specialist Register (including via Portfolio Pathway (CESR)/European Community Rights) or will have CCT due within six months of interview date.
• Valid Certified Advanced Life Support.
• Where a sub-specialty interest is required sub-specialty training should be to a level appropriate for UK consultant sub-specialist practice - fellowship or equivalent level experience.

Desirable

• Additional Higher qualification(s).

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Broad based experience within the specialty area.
• Able to demonstrate core competencies and clinical skills relevant to the post.
• Experience of leading a team.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in the UK or NHS.

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Understanding of the role of Clinical Governance.
• Participation in clinical audit (or quality improvement project) and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice.
• Knowledge of annual job planning/appraisal review process.

Desirable

• Knowledge of risk management.

Teaching

Essential

• Ability to critically assess learning requirements for self and others.
• Evidence of organising programmes and teaching all staff groups.
• Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff.

Desirable

• Teaching qualification.

Research and Scholarship

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge of current research and best practice in the specialty area.
• Evidence of keeping up to date with current research and best practice.
• Evidence of locating and using clinical guidelines appropriately.
• Evidence of communicating and interpreting research evidence in a meaningful way.

Desirable

• Active participation in research.

Other

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Safeguarding

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge of safeguarding requirements and takes appropriate responsibility.
• Evidence of applying appropriate equality and diversity legislation.

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Bronglais Hospital

Caradog Road

Aberystwyth

SY23 1ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist and perform routine nursing tasks related to patient care, such as routine BP checks, ECG, suture and clip removal, BMI and lifestyle advice, as directed and agreed with line manager, registered general nurses and GPs.

To support patients to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing by using behaviour change interventions, such as undertaking health checks (physical and mental), smoking cessation services.

To support the Nursing Team with the holistic assessment and planning of wound care plans for patients with chronic and acute wounds.

To implement agreed wound care plans, following local and national evidence-based guidelines, inclusive of the treatment of minor traumatic wounds within own level of competency. To recognise any deterioration of wounds or infection and arrange early review with PN/GP or specialist as required.

Following recognised Leg Ulcer management training and the completion of competencies, to undertake Leg Ulcer care and compression bandaging, following agreed care plans in line with local/practice policy.

Following training and competency assessment, to undertake adult NHS immunisation programmes and ensure vaccines/injections are administrated under patient group directives or patient specific direction.

Provide holistic assessment and treatment of patients attending for ear irrigation following relevant training.

To undertake the collection of pathological & microbiology specimens including venepuncture, swabs, urine culture in line with local guidelines

To support chronic disease management including monitoring patients with stable asthma, undertaking preliminary investigations for Type 2 diabetes patients, such as foot checks.

To provide general health promotion education, advice on national screening programs and guide/refer patients to appropriate services.

Provide contraception advice and sexual health guidance in line with competency. Undertaking annual contraceptive reviews in line with practice policies.

In line with national guidance and with recognised competency-based training, undertake screening programs such as cervical screening tests.

To undertake any investigatory test, such as Ambulatory BP monitoring, automated Dopplers and Spirometry, taking basic history and referring patients to relevant clinician for interpretation/ planning of care.

To be able to provide appropriate self-care advice for patients presenting with minor illness within own level of competency and referring to GP/ANP where appropriate.

Chaperone and assist patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician.

To maintain effective infection control measures in line with local guidelines and practice policy.

To be able to recognise and manage anaphylaxis, according to the current UK Resuscitation Council guidelines.

To be able to perform Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (BLS) and the correct use of Automated Defibrillator following training, according to the current UK Resuscitation Council guidelines.

To engage in the support the training of nursing and medical students, and newly appointed colleagues.

Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and medication. Assist in the completion of monthly stock take and support the cost-effective use of disposable items.

Maintain adequate stock within the treatment room and assist with the re-stocking of other clinical rooms as required.

To participate in developments within the practice and support QOF requirements.

To be registered with the NMC. Work in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and Scope of Practice for Nursing Associates.

Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients notes and on computers, as per NMC guidelines.

Attend and actively participate in practice meetings as required.

Awareness of statutory protection procedures including referral and recognition of signs and symptoms of child abuse.

Awareness of referral mechanisms for mental health issues, family violence, vulnerable adults and addictive behaviours.

Actively take part in mandatory and internal external training as requested.

Adhere to and follow all policies and protocols as listed in the Staff Handbook and contract.

Any other requested duty commensurate with job role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council with no restrictions on Practice.
• Able to give lifestyle advice and promote self-care.
• Core medicine management knowledge
• Wound care knowledge
• Knowledge of National immunisation and screening programmes
• Understands the importance of evidence-based practice and clinical
• effectiveness.
• Ability to undertake clinical skills relevant to primary care, such as
• ECG, venepuncture, suture removal, urinalysis and swab taking.
• ideas to improve patient care/ outcomes.
• Able to listen to patients/carers history and interpret relevant
• information to understand health needs.
• Good communication skills
• Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake
• responsibility
• Uses resources efficiently
• Recognises own limitations and shares the load with others
• Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility
• Calm under pressure and able to switch-off outside work

Desirable

• Interest or working knowledge of any area of Chronic Disease management
• Leg Ulcer management knowledge
• Spirometry/Doppler skills and competency.
• Completed training to be able to administrate injections following PGD/PSD
• Understands Principles of Audit
• Understands the principles of Risk Management
• Competent in use of System One and other software used in healthcare.
• Commitment to electronic medicine

Experience

Essential

• Must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council with no restrictions on Practice.
• Core medicine management knowledge
• Wound care knowledge
• Knowledge of National immunisation and screening programmes
• Ability to undertake clinical skills relevant to primary care, such as
• ECG, venepuncture, suture removal, urinalysis and swab taking.

Desirable

• Interest or working knowledge of any area of Chronic Disease management.
• Spirometry/Doppler skills and competency.
• Leg Ulcer management knowledge.

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

Kingfisher Practice

Address

Maswell Park Health Centre

Hounslow Avenue

Hounslow

TW3 2DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this vacancy.

Discussions around working pattern will take place during initial job planning, where preferences, requirements and options can be discussed and explored in full.

Please see the below links for useful videos relating to this vacancy:

• Hywel Dda 3 Counties -https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sY
• Lifestyle in Wales -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgt03XPT6RQ
• Medical Leadership in Hywel Dda -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33s

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GDC Registration
• On the GDC Specialist Register
• Membership in Special Care Dentistry or equivalent
• Valid Certified Intermediate Life Support Skills (or equivalent international qualification)

Desirable

• Other postgraduate qualification in Special Care (e.g. MSc, Professional Doctorate)
• One or more of the following qualifications: MSc, FDS RCS, MFDS RCS, MSCD RCS (Ed), DSCD RCS (Eng)

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Broad based experience in Special Care Dentistry including experience of working within Community Dental Services
• Successful completion of SAC- approved 3-year minimum training programme in Special Care Dentistry with CCT
• Or: on the GDC Specialist Register in Special Care Dentistry
• Competence in sedation, general anaesthesia and management of individuals and groups of vulnerable people requiring Special Care Dentistry

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Evidence of participation in quality improvement programmes and their role in improving dental practice

Desirable

• Evidence of training in quality improvement

Research

Essential

• Experience and knowledge of critical appraisal of evidence
• Publication/posters of relevant review articles or case reports

Desirable

• Evidence of initiating, progressing and concluding research projects with publication
• Research degree

Teaching

Essential

• Evidence of organising programmes and teaching undergraduates and postgraduates

Desirable

• Organisation of further teaching programmes in dental education
• Further training or qualifications in education

Management

Essential

• Knowledge of the management and structure of the NHS
• Experience in day-to-day organisation of Special Care Dentistry within the Community Dental Services

Desirable

• Evidence of leadership attributes
• Evidence of management training

Other

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Carmarthen Health and Wellbeing Hwb

Unit 22, St Catherine's Walk

Carmarthen

SA31 1GA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To assist in the day-to-day running of the department to provide an efficient and effective service and take responsibility when required.

• To act as a representative of the Hearing Services department, be professional at all times and ensure effective communication and co-operation with all our users.

• To perform and supervise a wide range of duties both administrative and technical in order to achieve and maintain a high standard of patient care.

• To supervise the work of trainee and junior audiologist and provide instruction / seminars in audiological techniques to trainees studying for professional examinations including the BSc in Audiology.

• To perform fitting of digital hearing aids, assessments and fitting of Bone Anchored Hearing Aids.

• To assist in the day-to-day running of the department to provide an efficient and effective service and take responsibility when required

• To assist in the balance clinic and undertake many aspects of vestibular testing including Posturography, VNG and Caloric testing.

• To undertake a wide range of audiological tests on adults at the LRI and outlying clinics.

• To undertake direct referral assessments for Hearing Aids using MHAS protocols including GHABP and real ear measurement.

• To undertake first line quality monitoring and control, and to provide statistical information as required. To assist the paediatric audiologist in paediatric assessments including distraction and visual response audiometry.

• To evaluate and assist with the management of Tinnitus.

• Responsible for maintaining up to date skills, knowledge and competence, and awareness of professional issues.

• Undertake specialist education training as required that will allow health care to be delivered to the user through new ways of working.

• To take specific responsibilities for extra duties as agreed by Hearing Services Manager, and perform any other duties that may be reasonably requested.

(please refer to the job description/person specification for full details on the role).

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• At least 12 months practical experience.
• Evidence of experience of competence of diagnostic and rehabilitative audiological procedures.
• Good understanding of clinical governance
• Demonstrates On-going personal development
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate well in a variety of settings with patient
• Ability to act autonomously within the scope of the role

Desirable

• Experience of using Practice Navigator Patient Management system
• Experience of vestibular function tests
• Experience of using Affinity systems.
• Experience of paediatric testing

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Audiology or equivalent
• BAAT part 1 and 2
• Evidence of Continuing Professional development or evidence of reflective profile
• Satisfactory attendance records throughout training period
• Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance

Desirable

• RCCP Registration
• Experience of using Practice Navigator Patient Management system
• Experience of using Unity systems, Genie & Connex, Target hearing aid fitting software

Driving licence and access to motor vehicle

Essential

• Valid driving licence and access to a motor vehicle in order to attend outlying clinics

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Demonstrates the ability to communicate well in a variety of settings with patients of all cultures and with differing levels of understanding
• Ability to develop and maintain effective interpersonal skills and relationships with colleagues across the health setting
• Able to maintain accurate patient records
• Understands confidentiality and data protection requirements in relation to own professional practice and in the supervision of others
• Able to present factual written and verbal information and deal with questions

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates a high level of clinical expertise
• Good understanding of clinical governance
• Ability to effectively problem solve

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

• Basic Knowledge of IT
• Ability to act autonomously within the scope of the role
• Demonstrates understanding of quality and change and the importance of new ways of working

Desirable

• Evidence of a role in new ways of working

Professional Development

Essential

• On-going personal development
• Participates in formal and informal teaching
• Recognises own limitations

Desirable

• Evidence of extended and further, external training

ResourceUtilisation

Desirable

• Evidence of extended and further, external 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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust ,Leicester Royal Infirmary

Infirmary Square

Leicester

LE1 5WW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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