Job description

Job responsibilities

1. within the Ultrasound Department in Radiology.

1. Administration and clerical support as and when required.

1. Data entry and accurate record keeping, as required. E.g. The hospital information system (Meditech) and the Radiology Information System (CRIS).

1. To assist with daily cleaning and visual checks on Ultrasound equipment.

1. Dealing with telephone enquiries.

1. Preparation of the patient for the examination.

1. Monitoring and replenishing stock.

1. Actively communicate between staff, patients and families within the department.

1. Offer support to patients and their families when required.

1. The practice and promotion of Health and Safety procedures in line with all the current Rules and Regulations. The health and safety of yourself, colleagues and patients are every employees responsibility.

1. To safeguard and maintain patient confidentiality.

1. To be aware of, and comply with, the Trust and departmental Policies and Procedures.

1. To be aware and vigilant, in respect of security matters, and to report any breach of security to the appropriate manager.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Good Level of general education
• Literate & Numerate

Desirable

• Previous Radiology experience
• NVQ Level 2

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

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Eaton Road

Liverpool

L12 2AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note the Job Description is currently going through evaluation.

You will be supported by excellent team knowledge and experience on a formal/informal basis. Clinical and managerial supervision are augmented with profession specific supervision. We are investing heavily in training and preceptorships to develop staff skills. We have a thorough induction process.

We encourage people to get in touch if they are interested, please contact Lisa Williams, Clinical Team Manager for an informal discussion about these roles

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Relevant professional qualification e.g. registered Mental Health Nurse, registered Learning Disability Nurse, registered Occupational Therapist, registered Children's Social Worker
• Current registration with relevant professional body - eg NMC, HCPC, GSW
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Experience

Essential

• Experience of and commitment to working in a multi-agency setting working in partnership with a range of health, social care and education professionals.
• Relevant experience in a community setting / inpatient setting
• Experience of working with families, carers and significant others
• Experience of working with children and young people with a wide range of mental health needs.
• Ability to carry out assessments and psycho-social interventions

Desirable

• Experience of positive risk taking
• Experience of Recovery focused practice
• Experience of a range motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy and a psychological therapy (i.e. CBT/DBT

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of working with children and young people with a wide range of mental health needs.
• Knowledge of mental health and community care legislation and policy
• Knowledge of Safeguarding policy and procedures
• Knowledge of Recovery focused practice

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of a range of evidence-based interventions i.e. motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy and a psychological therapy (i.e. CBT/DBT)
• Knowledge of Child and Adult Protection work

Skills

Essential

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives
• High standards of written communication skills with the ability to use email and internet.
• Risk assessment and management skills, particularly in relation to Safeguarding children and young people
• Able to manage a caseload, set priorities and work with members of a multi-disciplinary team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Keynsham Community CAMHS

Temple House

Keynsham

BS31 1AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for a more detailed breakdown of the duties and responsibilities of this role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• NHS experience is Highly Desirable including Clinical Pharmacy experience.
• Experience of contributing to consultant ward rounds and multidisciplinary team working.

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or UK recognised equivalent.

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

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

READING

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Reporting Relationships

Responsible to Operations Support Manager

About Darwin Medical Practice

Darwin Medical Practice provides services from Greenwood Health Centre, Lichfield Road, Burntwood, St Chads Health Centre, Dimbles Lane, Lichfield and Chasetown Medical Centre, 29-31 High Street, Chasetown, Burntwood.

Our aim is to deliver a high quality service which will benefit our patients. With a large team working together we will maintain and improve the quality of care with the sharing of expertise and skills, this will enable patients to have more choice. We have a coordinated approach, developing our teams to support patients with long term and complex conditions.

We value our relationship with our patients and have an active Patient Participation Group to help us deliver the best service possible.

Let us help patients live a full and active life.

Teams

The following teams make up Darwin Medical Practice

• Clinical staff including GPs and Partners
• Management
• Business Support including Business Admin, Patient Liaison and Finance
• Operations Support including Secretaries, Care Navigation and Coding & Workflow

Confidentiality

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

In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

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

Health & Safety

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

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

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

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.

Using appropriate infection control procedures and maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.

Reporting potential risks identified.

Equality and Diversity

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

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

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

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

Personal Professional Development

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

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

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

Quality

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

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.

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

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

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication

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

Communicate effectively with other team members.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers.

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services

The post-holder will

Apply practice policies, standards and guidance.

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

Participate in audit where appropriate.

Statement Of Purpose

Job Purpose

To be first point of contact for the Practice, whether it be face to face, by telephone, or via an online communication, offering support and guidance to patients on choosing the right service for their needs.

To provide support to ensure the Practice runs smoothly and provides a high level of service to patients, clinical staff and other members of the Practice team

Principal Accountabilities

Provide front of house reception duties providing support and greeting patients and visitors in a warm, friendly and professional manner

Handle all incoming calls to the practice, dealing with requests and forwarding calls to the relevant person where appropriate

Allocate and rearrange appointments in line with Practice protocols

To care navigate patients to appropriate services, and document on the clinical IT system

Maintain the practice general email inbox, action requests from external agencies and forward incoming correspondence to the relevant person

Identify relevant clinical information documented in patient correspondence, code appropriately and complete any action required

To review incoming medical records and summarise onto the clinical IT system

Process prescriptions in line with the practice protocol

Responsible for opening and closing the practice ensuring building safety is maintained

Act as first point of contact for patient compliments and complaints, resolving issues where possible to prevent escalation to formal processes

Maintain a welcoming reception and waiting area environment

Carry out administration duties as required

Support clinicians in liaising with patients regarding appointments and general enquiries

Liaise with other healthcare providers to support patient care

The Practice is open from 8.00am until 6.30pm, with regular extended hours surgeries. It is expected that all staff will work on a rota basis, according to the needs of the service.

The contents of this job description and person specification will be reviewed on an annual basis in line with the Practice training and development review policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience of working in a high pressure reception environment
• Experience of providing a service to the general public

Personal qualities

Essential

• Ability to relate well to others patients and carers, staff, managers and other professionals
• Be flexible & able to adapt in allocation of work at short notice
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, and be able to work on own initiative
• An interest in continuing professional development.
• Positive, friendly manner

Motivation

Essential

• Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake appropriate training.
• Passion for excellent customer service

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of confidentiality, equal opportunities and cultural sensitivity
• Use of ICT systems including MS office

Desirable

• Working within a health care setting
• Working knowledge of EMIS and Docman or other electronic patient record systems
• Working knowledge of coding
• Knowledge of medical terminology

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

Darwin Medical Practice

Address

Greenwood Health Centre

Lichfield Road

Burntwood

Staffordshire

WS7 0AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical leadership & specialist role

• Work closely with the Palliative and End of Life Care Team to support patients through the Gold Standards Framework.
• Completion, review, and audit of patient-centred RESPECT forms in partnership with patients and carers.
• Undertake home visits, face to face clinics, telephone consultations, care home ward rounds, and over-75s triage as part of the supported triage team.

Specialist assessments & long-term condition management

• Manage MAS referrals and associated investigations and treatments relating to memory loss.
• Undertake Dementia and Learning Disability reviews in line with QOF requirements.
• Manage patients with complex co-morbidities commonly seen in frail and elderly populations e.g. cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, dementia.

Autonomous clinical practice

• Independently assess, diagnose, and manage patients using advanced clinical reasoning and physical assessment skills.
• To form accurate diagnoses, prognosis and care plans using a best current clinical and evidence based practice to, include a systematic formulation and advice on evidence based therapeutic interventions
• Independently decide on and carry out treatments, including the prescribing of medicines,within scope of practice and professional competence.
• Refer patients for investigations and specialist input as appropriate.
• Review test results such as bloods and X-Ray as clinically appropriate.
• Ensure continuity of care through follow-up consultations and review of outcomes.
• Be responsible for your own administration relevant to the role

Person-centred care & communication

• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team to support shared decision-making.
• Promote self-management, health promotion, and healthy lifestyle strategies, adapting approaches to cognitive or motivational barriers.
• Signpost and coordinate care with internal and external services to ensure seamless transitions of care.
• Work effectively with outside agencies such as the District Nurse team, Hospice, Adult Social Care, SOAHMS etc.

Governance, quality & safety

• Deliver care in accordance with NICE guidance, NSF standards, GSF Framework, and evidence-based practice.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and ensure appropriate coding and claims.
• Participate in audit, quality improvement, peer review, and governance processes.
• Recognise safeguarding responsibilities and act in accordance with statutory and professional requirements.

Professional responsibilities

• Maintain professional registration and undertake required statutory, mandatory, and continuing professional development.
• Work within professional codes of conduct and recognise the limits of own competence.
• Manage workload effectively, prioritising care to maintain quality and safety.
• Contribute to team effectiveness, shared learning, and service improvement.
• Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade of the post.
• To provide an extended nursing or paramedic role and take a lead role in the care of the practice frail and palliative patients.
• To undertake training appropriate for the role namely, but not exclusively Level 7 physical assessment skills, Level 7 module in frailty and Non-Medical Prescribing.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full and unrestricted NMC (UK) or HCPC registration
• RGN or Paramedic (degree or equivalent)
• Evidence of Post-Graduate study with minimum of Mentorship module at Level 6 or 7

Desirable

• Prescribing Qualification
• A qualification in Frailty Care
• Qualification in Physical Assessment skills

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Experience of working with frail and palliative patients and those at the end of their life.
• Experience and knowledge in physically assessing patients
• Able to identify the acutely ill patient
• Experience of providing specialised advice in relation to care
• Evidence of clinical knowledge in caring for patients in relevant specialism
• To maintain own annual registration with the NMC and adhere to Code of Professional Conduct
• Two+ years proven record of working as an extended Nurse dealing with patients presenting with a wide range of medical issues
• In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area.
• Awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in specialist area.
• Experience of dealing with patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions
• Ability to work effectively within a small organisation and multi-disciplinary team
• Standard setting and audit
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of clinical governance and training and an understanding of clinical governance in nursing
• Working across professional and organisational boundaries

Desirable

• Previous Experience in General Practice

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent prioritisation and organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrates leadership skills as well as the ability to be a good team member and assume leadership responsibilities
• Responsive, creative, resilient, able to adapt to change and work in challenging environments
• The ability to respond to appropriate requests for assistance, maintaining confidentiality whenever necessary
• Confident and effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• The ability to respond flexibly to the demands of the post
• The ability to work as a member of a team
• Show a capacity to work alone and the ability to keep calm under pressure
• Understand and have a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity
• Manage and prioritise multiple tasks
• Work confidently and accurately with data and information to present an accurate picture of analysis
• Able to effectively communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Be able to work under pressure and have clear systems/strategies in order to prioritise workload
• Be proactive and able to use own initiative to complete tasks and projects.

Desirable

• Knowledge of EMIS web

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

Hastings & Rother Healthcare

Address

Hastings Old Town Surgery

Rock-a-nore Road

Hastings

East Sussex

TN34 3DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hastingsandrother.healthcare/ (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

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Please see link to Candidate Pack

Desirable

• Please see link to Candidate Pack

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see link to Candidate Pack

Desirable

• Please see link to Candidate Pack

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

Hampshire County Council

Address

Elizabeth II Court

The Castle

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 8UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The starting salary for this position is £43,633 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We are hiring a new Occupational Therapist to join our fantastic Reablement Team, based in our East 2 Reablement Team covering Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell, Banstead & Mole Valley. Our Offer to You

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist and a degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of short term, intermediate care and goal-focused interventions

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

Surrey County Council

Address

Dakota, De Havilland Drive, Weybridge, KT13 0YP

Weybridge

KT13 0YP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description to see Detailed job description and main responsibilities. If you would like further information or an informal chat then please contact us.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualification/ Training

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent post graduate courses/training relevant to clinical specialty.

Experience

Essential

• 18 months minimum clinical experience in a broad range of specialties relevant to the post on an inpatient and / or community basis
• Knowledge of a broad range of clinical conditions
• Equipment provision and assessment
• Working within a multidisciplinary team
• Contributing to professional development and clinical education of more junior staff, students and assistants

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for occupational therapy and client care
• Ability to prioritise, organise and delegate
• Ability to communicate and present information, orally and in writing, in a clear and logical manner
• Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
• Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes in line with local and national standards and policies
• Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and manage competing demands and interruptions
• Ability to cope working in a fast paced and stressful environment and with emotional and/or aggressive patients and carers
• Ability to work autonomously, acting decisively on behalf of self and others, setting own priorities.
• Ability to assess and act against risks to self, clients as a consequence of exposure to clients and environments which may be highly distressing, antagonistic, open to aggression and/or unpleasant.
• Ability to assess, advise and educate clients and carers about safe manual handling techniques (including use of equipment and minor adaptations)
• Ability to assess for/review medical devices & other rehabilitative equipment for patient/clients, carers and others. This includes safe handling, fitting and review.

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Ability to work flexibly, including working out of core hours i.e. evenings and 7 day working if required.
• Self-motivated
• Ability to treat people with respect, irrespective of age, gender, culture, religion & sexuality.
• Proactive, self-directed with innovative approach.
• Acceptance of responsibility for self and others.
• Commitment to lifelong learning.
• Leadership qualities.

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

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

East Ham Care Centre

Shrewsbury Road

London

E7 8QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are part of a multi-disciplinary therapies team who work to deliver a high quality service for the children of Newham and their families. Within the Child Development Service, the team work closely with multidisciplinary partners such as Dietitians, Paediatricians, Occupational therapists, Physiotherapist and Specialist nurses,

For full details please refer to the attached job description and person specification

Person Specification

Education/ Qualification

Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree/Post graduate degree Qualification or equivalent
• Health Professions Council - Licence to Practise

Desirable

• Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience at undergraduate/post graduate level

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy skills
• Negotiation and Problem-solving Skills
• Good presentation skills, both written and verbal including ability to write clear and concise reports
• Working knowledge of relevant information technology
• Good organisational skills
• Demonstrates ability to be a good team member
• Knowledge of relevant assessment tools
• Skills in planning, assessing and implementing relevant intervention
• Awareness and sensitivity to the needs of clients from a range of ethnic and linguistic backgrounds

Desirable

• Understanding of local issues relevant to delivery of a Speech & Language Therapy service

Other

Essential

• Willing and able to work flexibly across 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.

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

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

CS Speech Paeds

West Ham Lane Clinic, 84 West Ham Lane

London

E15 4PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deputising for the Pharmacist Advanced for their area and in so doing will be required to supervise a team of clinical pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmacy support workers, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and efficient clinical pharmacy and medicines management services to an agreed standard and to a designated group of patient and service users

Providing medicines management, medicines optimisation and medicines reconciliation services to help achieve department priorities and targets on a designated ward or group of wards, day case units or clinics as decided by the Lead Pharmacist

Helping to develop and implement local policies and guidelines on good prescribing practice.

Influencing local practice to ensure safe medication use, and to ensure that their own practice and the practice of others effectively acknowledges good prescribing practice, patient safety and risk minimisation.

Being a point of contact for nursing and clinical staff regarding medicine management issues.

Providing medicines information to healthcare professionals and new drug reviews as appropriate utilising the range of information resources available, including the library and the internet, and to make an informed decision on the appropriate response required.

Being involved in providing clinical pharmacy service to designated multidisciplinary team structures e.g. out patient clinics, pre assessment.

Providing high quality patient education on medicines use in both in-patient and outpatient settings.

Engaging in activities relating to clinical effectiveness including: drug use review, clinical audit and clinical self-audit and to contribute to ongoing measures of service evaluation.

Supporting the planning and implementation of service changes and new treatments, as agreed within the pharmacy service.

Acting as a professional checker in the dispensary and/or chemotherapy service

Participating in the weekend, late night, on call and bank holiday rotas to meet the needs of the service.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as a qualified pharmacist in a clinical setting.
• Experience of day-to-day registered pharmacy staff supervision

Desirable

• Experience of delivering education and training sessions.
• Hospital pharmacy trainee or qualified pharmacist experience.
• Experience of providing clinical supervision to trainee pharmacists

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
• Post graduate clinical qualification or working towards (to at least diploma level) or portfolio evidence of attainment to the same standard.
• Evidence of CPD.
• Pharmacist prescriber or able to undertake the training within 12 months of commencing employment.

Desirable

• Evidence of an up to date portfolio of personal professional activity

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Good understanding of medicines reconciliation and how it fits into the larger function of clinical pharmacy practice.
• Able to apply evidence-based clinical knowledge to make suitable recommendations or take appropriate actions.
• Aware of where to seek appropriate information to solve problems and make decisions.
• Able to assimilate and communicate complex medicines information to patients and healthcare professionals across the multidisciplinary team using appropriate language and different mediums.
• Aware of and able to inform others about, the clinical, legal and governance aspects of medicines.
• Able to work as an autonomous practitioner in all areas of pharmacy practice.
• An understanding of current pharmacy and NHS issues.

Desirable

• Awareness and understanding of the pharmacy teams role in governance processes

Statutory Registration

Essential

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Desirable

• Membership of a pharmacy professional body e.g. RPS, UKCPA, BOPA, NPPG.

Special Requirements

Essential

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Able to build strong relationships across the multidisciplinary team; working in partnership to promote positive outcomes.
• Motivated to develop personally and professionally through self-audit, reflection and learning.
• Able to prioritise own workload in a busy and changing environment.
• Able to travel independently across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post.

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

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

County Durham

DL3 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Accountable for own professional practice in the delivery of highly specialist psychological care to adults with highly complex mental health difficulties which may include risk and challenges.
• To be compassionate in meeting the needs of clients, their carers and families.
• To promote at all times a positive image of mental health difficulties.
• To promote at all times a positive image of the service and the wider Trust.
• Exercise supervisory responsibility for other psychological therapists
• Provide leadership in multi-disciplinary training and development
• Provide leadership in service audit and development
• Provide leadership in service evaluation and research
• Ensure that a psychological perspective is brought to the wider MDT including service design and change

Person Specification

Person Spec

Essential

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied Psychology (or its equivalent) as accredited by the BPS including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology
• Post-qualification training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice
• HCPC registration as An Applied Psychologist with Chartered Status
• Experience in clinical supervision
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Working as a qualified applied psychologist, working with a variety of client groups, and a range of clinical severity across a range of care settings
• Experience of teaching, training, consultancy and clinical supervision
• Experience of quality and service improvement and evaluation
• Knowledge of Evidence-based practice relevant to the role, risk assessment and risk management, Clinical governance, Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health, Audit and research methodology
• Able to communicate highly sensitive information to a wide range of people, work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, liaise with multiple agencies, demonstrate effective multimedia skills
• Able to work in accordance with the Trust Values and Behaviours

Desirable

• BABCP Accreditation
• Experience of joint working with statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies
• Formal Training in Clinical Supervision

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

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Steps To Health

Showell Circus,

Wolverhampton

WV10 9TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job purpose

The post holder has the responsibility for provision of counselling services for both children and adults, experiencing trauma, bereavement, and anticipatory grief, due to life shortening, palliative or end of life care, at Bluebell Wood to ensure that they are delivered in line with the ethical and professional codes of conduct pertaining to the relevant registered body (BACP).

Provide professional, competent, and ethical counselling in line with BACP requirements.

Provide a robust service delivery, under the direction of the Family Wellbeing and Counselling Coordinator.

To provide data and reports on services provided as required.

Maintain records in confidence and in line with the Data Protection Act 1998 and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulations).

Seek out and engage in regular clinical supervision.

Continue life-long professional learning.

Support colleagues in helping to ascertain the correct level of support based on client need and referring/signposting to the most appropriate service.

Key Tasks

Provide data and reports on the services provided as required.

Maintain accurate notes and appointment schedules using The Care Database, monitoring attendance and cancellations of clients.

Raise concerns to the appropriate member of management or Safeguarding Lead in a timely manner to ensure effective intervention if necessary.

Facilitate therapy sessions either in person or remotely according to client need.

Therapy:

Hold a balanced caseload of clients, oering therapeutic intervention in line with professional registered body, (BACP).

Work autonomously as a competent practitioner within national, organisational, and local policies and procedures maintaining British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) or equivalent accreditation, working within the professional framework for ethical practice.

Continue to be mindful of and honest about limits to competence and make recommendations for referral on where psychological diculties are more complex and/or require specialist services/interventions.

Work in partnership with other professionals and agencies where necessary, signposting appropriately in situations where the core individual need is not bereavement or anticipatory grief.

Maintain a professional level of clinical practice through participation in individual monthly clinical supervision, placing a high value on self-care.

Maintain ongoing professional CPD in line with BACP requirements for continued registration, setting realistic personal development objectives. Taking responsibility for own development and maintaining a professionally relevant development portfolio.

Communication:

Develop and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with children, young people and their families who use the counselling services via their preferred method of contact.

Establish and maintain eective communication with relevant individuals and groups to support children, young people, siblings, and family members; including key members of the hospice; volunteers; service users; statutory and voluntary organisations.

Develop and maintain effective communication links and relationships with external stakeholders, multi-disciplinary services and agencies, individuals, and organisations, to enable effective signposting where required.

Understand the importance of, and maintain, the need for confidentiality in all individual and hospice matters.

Service Development:

Engage in research and development opportunities.

Network with other professionals both locally, regionally, and nationally who oer specialised services to children and families.

Work in collaboration with the psychological therapies team to continue to develop a robust, creative and evidence-based service for our children and families.

Support the psychological therapies team to guide Family Support and wider hospice colleagues on theories around trauma, bereavement, and anticipatory grief to support their individual roles, providing specic training sessions where necessary.

Essential criteria

Qualified Counsellor registered with BACP

Specific training in working with children

BACP Accreditation (or actively working towards this)

Experience of responding proactively to safeguarding concerns

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively

Ability to demonstrate a high degree of professional credibility

Experience of providing bereavement counselling to children

IT Literate, including the ability to use Microsoft Office suite

Ability to analyse data and produce performance reports

Expert knowledge within own profession, which underpins theory, gained through recent professional development

Legally entitled to work in this country

Willing and able to travel extensively to meet the needs of our children, young people, and their families

Car driver with access to a vehicle

Desirable criteria

Experience of working within a palliative care setting

Knowledge and understanding of the assessment of child and young adult support needs in a racially and culturally diverse population

GENERAL

All Bluebell Wood employees are required to:

Abide by the Health & Safety at Work Act

Adhere to policy and procedures around safeguarding children and young adults

Respect confidentiality applying to all Hospice areas

Work within Hospice policies and procedures

Demonstratable understanding and application of the provisions of GDPR

Comply with the Hospice no smoking policy

Participate in and contribute to team meetings

Co-operate and liaise with colleagues

Behave in a professional manner at all times

Act as an ambassador for Bluebell Wood Childrens Hospice, reflecting the objectives and values, and to always work in the best interests of the charity.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of responding proactively to safeguarding concerns
• Experience of providing bereavement counselling to children

Desirable

• Experience of working within a palliative care setting

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Counsellor registered with BACP
• Specific training in working with children
• BACP Accreditation or actively working towards this

Other

Essential

• Legally entitled to work in this country
• Willing and able to travel extensively to meet the needs of our children, young people, and their families
• Car driver with access to a vehicle

Skills / Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of professional credibility
• Experience of providing bereavement counselling to children
• IT Literate, including the ability to use Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to analyse data and produce performance reports
• Expert knowledge within own profession, which underpins theory, gained through recent professional development

Desirable

• Experience of working within a palliative care setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice

Address

Cramfit Road

North Anston

Sheffield

S25 4AJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.

If you have any further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Good Standard of education to GCSE level 4 or above including Mathematics and English, or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services Level 2 Award/Unit accreditation in area of work or evidence in meeting the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of GB minimum competence requirement for Pharmacy/Dispensing Assistants

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Good Customer Service.
• Good Communication Skills both written and verbal.
• Good Interpersonal Skills, diplomacy, tact and awareness of others.
• Ability to prioritise work systematically and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work alone but with excellent team working skills.
• Ability to work with constant interruptions
• Ability to concentrate, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent Organisational Skills.

Desirable

• Previous Aseptic Experience

Personal/Professional Attributes

Essential

• Able to work effectively under pressure
• IT literate.
• Team Player
• Good communication skills

Desirable

• CMM/JAC Computer System

Other Requirements

Essential

• Upholds and models the Trust Values
• Willing to be flexible according to service needs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kent and Canterbury Hospital

Ethelbert Road

Canterbury

CT1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached document for a full Job Description and Person Specification - B6 Rotational Physiotherapist 0.5WTE, fixed term contract.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Diploma / Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent
• Health and Care Professions Council registered
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development relevant to speciality

Desirable

• Involvement in Relevant Special Clinical Interest Groups

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to plan, prioritise and delegate
• Excellent organisational skills

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Ability to travel between sites
• Ability to effectively perform patient assessments and interventions, including manual therapy and therapeutic handling

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of clinical Governance and its application to Physiotherapy
• Ability to cope in a stressful environment undertaking moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
• Competent Information Technology skills

Desirable

• Ability to effect and manage change
• Leadership Skills

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Experience of supervision of other staff e.g. assistants/technical instructors/students

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates a breadth of experience across core areas at band 5 (or equivalent)
• Experience of working as part of a Physiotherapy team and/or multidisciplinary team
• Evidence of previous experience and participation in audit

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Contributing to clinical education of less experienced staff, students or assistants
• Experience of assessing and treating musculoskeletal conditions
• Clinical Supervision of students and assistant staff
• Experience or knowledge of working in a community setting
• Previous post-graduate musculoskeletal experience

Desirable

• Previous experience at Band 6

Personal qualities

Essential

• Demonstrates a commitment to own professional development
• Committed to team working
• Proactive attitude

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmiry

Bristol

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To work as part of the consultant led team to provide highly specialist assessment and treatment of patients with complex neurological and cognitive problems with a range of neurological diagnoses.
• To be responsible for planning and prioritising own and departmental workload.
• To participate in organising and implementing specialist neurological Physiotherapy services.
• To support the development and implementation policies and procedures across the Physiotherapy neurological service to ensure quality of service provision and evidence-based practice. This includes implementation of relevant national standards and guidelines.
• To provide specialist clinical advice on neurological rehabilitation to Physiotherapy, undergraduate students, other members of the multidisciplinary team, and external agencies/ organisations as requested.
• To work autonomously guided by codes of practice and guidelines and have the ability to operate away from main place of work in the community if required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must have a Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy.
• Must be registered with HCPC.
• Must have undertaken post graduate training in neurological rehabilitation.
• Must have at least two years post graduate experience in neurological rehabilitation.
• Must be in date and able to provide certification for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Safeguarding Adults up to and including Level 3 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.

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

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Loughborough

Leicestershire

LE12 5QW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full list of duties please refer to the attached job description document

Key Duties:

Clinical:

To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of practice, including the management of patients receiving treatment.

To undertake clinical assessment, including risk analysis, of patients presenting with simple and complex/multi pathologies within defined area of speciality.

To be able to apply knowledge and highly developed skills from a wide range of specialties e.g. respiratory, neurology, musculoskeletal outpatients, care of the elderly dependant on given area of speciality underpinned by evidence.

To use advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to establish accurate diagnosis.

To use judgemental skills and comprehensive knowledge of physiotherapy treatments to formulate individual treatment programmes based on evidence of best practice.

To demonstrate a high level of skill in dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills to deliver appropriate treatments selected from a range of physiotherapeutic interventions e.g. normal movement, motor relearning, manual therapy techniques, respiratory techniques, use of NIV, exercise therapy, hydrotherapy and electrotherapy dependant on area of speciality.

To regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment plan and adjust the treatment accordingly.

To use clinical knowledge to formulate a prognosis and recommend an appropriate course of action and discharge plan.

To maintain comprehensive, accurate and contemporaneous treatment records including valid consent appropriate to the intervention.

To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.

To be an active participant on the evening and weekend On Call Service, which includes advanced respiratory techniques and non-invasive ventilatory aids. This may also include the treatment of children. Rota will depend on Speciality

To be responsible for leading patient classes, e.g. cardiac rehabilitation, knee group and rheumatology classes dependant on area of speciality.

Communications:

To assess capacity, gain valid consent and to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.

To communicate effectively, verbally and through touch, with patients to maximise rehabilitation potential.

To demonstrate communication skills of persuasion, motivation, reassurance, explanation and negotiation, with patients with barriers to effective communication may be evident, eg expressive and receptive dysphasia, altered perception, hearing loss, mental disabilities, pain and fear. Barriers to effective communication will regularly be evident.

To write clear and concise notes based on physiotherapy assessment and treatment of patients, in accordance with professional standards.

To use written information in assisting the patient to understand their condition and involvement in the treatment process.

To liaise with the designated Team Lead Physiotherapist regarding the workload of the area.

To liaise with senior physiotherapy staff regarding highly complex cases.

To liaise with medical, nursing staff and other health care professionals regarding patient care.

To liaise and where appropriate advise patients, carers and relatives regarding patient care.

To liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team and attend case conferences, MDT meetings and ward rounds as appropriate.

To produce written discharge summaries and/or progress reports to GPs, Consultants or other referring health professional regarding the patients condition within Speciality.

Education and Training:

To be appraised by the Team Lead Physiotherapist within area of speciality, agree personal objectives to be achieved within area of speciality and formulate a personal development plan.

To maintain own clinical professional development by a variety of means (internal/external courses, journal reviews, self-directed study) in order to maintain up to date clinical knowledge.

To keep abreast of new developments in clinical physiotherapy and evidence based practice.

To participate in all annual mandatory training.

To demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance in physiotherapy practice. To regularly evaluate physiotherapy practice through the use of outcome measures and audit.

To undertake, or assist with Research and Development activity.

To participate in training by the regular delivery of presentations to fellow physiotherapists, other staff and students.

To supervise and appraise more junior members of staff, assistants and students as delegated by senior staff, to promote a high standard of patient care.

To adhere to local department and trust policy.

Organisation and Management:

To prioritise and manage own patient workload and that of supervised staff.

In the absence of the Team Lead Physiotherapist in the specialty, to manage and allocate staff in order to provide an efficient service.

To ensure the Team Lead is fully informed of all matters affecting the speciality by regular reporting.

To be aware of and adhere to National, Professional, Trust and Departmental policies and recommend changes for own work area following audit or research.

To maintain a safe environment at all times for patients, visitors and staff.

To ensure safe use of all mechanical and electrical equipment or orthoses and appliances used in the care of patients, providing advice to other staff and carers as needed.

To act immediately to rectify any unsafe practices or environments witnessed and report adverse incidents or near misses according to Trust policy.

To provide statistical information regarding own workload as required for managerial purposes.

Professional:

To maintain Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration adhering to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics

To maintain own Continuing Professional Development in line with Clinical Governance and the HCPC Standards.

To work within the Rules of Professional Conduct of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

To be responsible for maintaining own competence through self-directed learning and reflective practice.

To assist with research, audit and service development projects.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional manner.
• Team player.
• Flexible, Assertive & Enthusiastic.
• Able to show initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Approachable and consistent.

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• Effective and appropriate written communication skills.
• Comprehensive clinical knowledge and skills in core areas and within speciality.
• Effective team working skills.
• Understanding of Professional, Legal and Clinical Governance responsibilities.
• Understanding of current NHS issues.

Desirable

• Teaching skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Presentation Skills.

Experience

Essential

• Appropriate and broad experience in core rotations (can demonstrate a broad range of knowledge from different specialities) or within speciality if a static post.
• Experience of working in an acute NHS environment.
• Evidence of relevant and recent CPD.
• Supervision and development of assistants and students.

Desirable

• Training of other MDT members.
• Active participation in audit or research.
• Experience of working in speciality at a senior level.

Other Job Requirements

Essential

• Able and willing to commute between sites.
• Able and willing to work across 7 days and take part in on call duties through a 24 hour period.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role.
• Commitment to working in Worcestershire.

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or degree in physiotherapy.
• Health Profession Council Registration.
• Appropriate postgraduate qualifications/training.

Desirable

• Member of CSP.

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

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Kidderminster Hospital and Treatment Centre

Bewdley Rd

Kidderminster

Worcestershire

DY11 6RJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.worcsacute.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

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

• Experience of working as part of a team
• Previous experience of cleaning services

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Able to organise and prioritise own workload
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills

Desirable

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

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

Ysbyty Bryn Y Neuadd/Ty Llwelyn

Aber Road

Llanfairfechan

LL33 0HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description and person specification further details on role responsibilities.

Please note this vacancy may close once we have received sufficient applications.

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Skills

Essential

• Understanding of information technology and administrative systems
• Good interpersonal skills with effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrate a professional approach to their duties
• Ability to demonstrate problem solving approach but seeking guidance as required
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands of the service
• Maintain confidentiality in relation to patient identifiable information in line with policies and data protection

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience within a personal care setting
• Awareness of confidentiality and data protection procedures in relation to the recording of patient information
• Awareness of health and safety issues relevant to role and reporting mechanisms
• General understanding of clinical conditions relevant to specialty
• Demonstrate a commitment to personal development and the development of others

Desirable

• Demonstrate understanding of this role and how it may contribute to clinical outcomes
• Awareness of current NHS issues and Trust Policies
• Awareness of external agencies including Voluntary and Social Services
• Knowledge of stock control and referral processes for therapy equipment

Qualifications

Essential

• Willingness to undertake NVQ Level III in a health related subject (or equivalent qualification)
• Care Certificate or willingness to undertake

Desirable

• NVQ Level III in a health related subject (or equivalent qualification)

Other

Essential

• Ability to carry out moving and handling with patients and equipment
• Frequent periods of concentration required to obtain patient information that will inform the treatment plan
• Regularly be able to demonstrate tact, diplomacy and empathy in managing situations with distressed patients or their relatives, who may be terminally ill, chronically sick, disabled patients
• Ability to cope with and assist in situations that could be unpleasant e.g. bodily fluids
• Ability to fulfil the travel requirements of the post

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport & Formby District General Hospital

Town Lane Kew

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Delivery of the specialty Occupational Therapy Service this will include service review, development and alignment to national best practice standards.
• To be professionally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients in your care.
• To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the patients under your management and support all staff (registered and unregistered) to do likewise on a daily basis.
• Provide supervision to registered staff, non-registered staff and students as required.
• To provide a key focus for therapeutic clinical expertise, high quality advice and support to the multi-disciplinary team.
• Data collection and provide key communication between key stakeholders.
• Service development and innovation activities.

Person Specification

Qualifactions

Essential

• OT Degree and HCPC registration
• Masters Level study or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post registration experience in relevant field to advertised specialism
• Expert knowledge in assessment, treatment and management of complex patients, demonstrating clinical reasoning skills
• Advanced Manual handling/ risk assessment skills, application of policy and procedures
• EBP/ service development
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Team working and OT advocacy
• Management of staff and awareness of policies and procedures
• Change Management/ Service Development/ Data review experience

Desirable

• NHS experience linked to area of expertise

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

Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gateshead NHS Trust - various sites

Queen Elizabeth Hospital/ Bensham Hospital

Gateshead

NE9 6SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this vacancy. Please review them for full details of the role, responsibilities, and requirements.

• Provide Audiology cover for ENT outpatient clinics, assessing both paediatric and adult patients. This will include masked air and bone conduction audiometry, tympanometry, acoustic reflex testing, and otoacoustic emission testing.

• Explain and discuss test results with patients and their families or carers, ensuring information is communicated clearly and appropriately.

• Contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive diagnostic audiology service, including the analysis, interpretation, and reporting of routine and complex test procedures under indirect supervision.

• Arrange hearing aids for ENT outpatient patients where required, including initial assessment, obtaining consent, preliminary counselling, and entering relevant patient information and test data into the Patient Management System (PMS).

• Participate in the adult hearing aid and aural rehabilitation service, including the direct GP referral pathway for patients aged 18 and over.

• Take responsibility for managing routine and complex patient pathways under indirect supervision.

• Undertake appropriate assessments and comprehensive history taking, tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or equivalent in Audiology
• Registration with professional UK body
• Evidence of further specialist training

Desirable

• HTS module in AR
• MSc in Audiology

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience in health organisation
• Evidence of management of complex AR

Desirable

• Previous supervisory and training role

Personal skills

Essential

• Team focused and contributor
• Willing to take initiative
• Enthusiastic and self-aware

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with the hearing impaired, their families, and care-givers
• Excellent Clinical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Quality of written application

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedfordshire Hospitals

Bedford and Luton

MK42 9DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you ready to embark on an incredible career opportunity with Vita Health Group? Are you looking to take the next step and develop your skills? Would you like to have the opportunity to grow and develop your skillset within a friendly, established team? If so, this role is perfect for you!

A bit about us

We are Vita Health Group and have a great opportunity for an MSK Sonographer to join our team. We have recently been recognised as being one of the UKs best health care companies to work for, and we want you to become part of that! As a people centred company, we are keen to develop individuals careers where their interests apply. So, if you're looking to enhance your skill sets, progress your career or focus on your personal growth, please read on.

What you will do in the role

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high standards of patient care, providing comprehensive and efficient diagnostic ultrasound scanning (USS) and potential guided injections (if successful candidate is able) to the patients of Oldham.

You will have excellent organisational skills, be an effective team player and have a flexible approach to service delivery.

Don't miss outon this amazing chance to join Vita Health Group and embark on a fulfilling role filled with growth and the opportunity to improve peoples day to day lives. If you have these skills and attributes and would like to join us, wed love to hear from you!

About Us

As part of Spire Healthcare, were proud to build on a legacy of improving lives for over 30 years and continue to deliver primary care physical and mental health services accessed through the NHS, via employer-funded care and at our network of private clinics.

Working here

We are an award-winning employer regularly recognised at industry events and our latest employee survey revealed the top reasons for working here as:

• Supportive teams and managers
• A positive and inclusive culture
• Strong well-being and mental health support
• Trust, autonomy and flexibility

We invest in your growth with frequent career progression opportunities and development initiatives including mentoring, secondments, management training and regular clinical CPD webinars. You will enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package further details here Careers - Vita Health Group

Equality Diversity & Inclusion

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively support a range of initiatives including:

• Disability Confident Leader
• Positive action through Ethnicity and Gender Matters initiatives
• Employer with Heart and Mindful Employer status
• Menopause Friendly accreditation

Learn more about our EDI commitments here Equality, Diversity & Inclusion - Vita Health Group.

If you need any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process we will be happy to help - please get in touch at [email protected]

Additional information

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in the UK and subject to a DBS check at offer stage.

Your application data is handled securely in accordance to UK GDPR guidelines.

We may close jobs to new applications earlier than original stated closing date.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Vita Health Group

Address

Oldham Integrated Care Centre

OL1 1NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C or above in Maths and English

Desirable

• Willing to undertake departmental qualification and any other training as required

Knowledge

Essential

• Previous Experience of working within a Production Environment

Desirable

• Previous Experience of working within a Sterile Services Department

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

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Countess of Chester Hospital

Liverpool Road

Chester

CH2 1UL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Personal Specification for further information.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Experience of working with people as part of a team.
• Understanding of working with individuals who may display challenging behaviour and mental health challenges.
• Understanding of mental health and effects on motivation.
• Significant knowledge relating to exercise and mental health benefits.
• Demonstrate an understanding of benefits of living a healthy lifestyle.
• Demonstrate an understanding of how mental health issues or a history of offending can affect a persons level of engagement.
• Previous management or supervisor experience.

Desirable

• Basic IT Skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Appropriate Level 3 Sports or Gym qualification e.g. Personal training or Exercise referral.
• Currently holding or working towards an appropriate Level 4 Specialist exercise or Rehabilitation qualification, within 12 months of start date.
• Appropriate Fitness instructor Level 2 gym qualification.
• GCSE English & Maths grade c or above or equivalent.
• Basic IT Skills.
• Competent swimmer - 50 metres minimum.
• Qualification in First Aid or willingness to achieve this.
• Relevant Sports teaching qualification.
• Full current UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Degree Level in Sports or Exercise Sciences or similar.
• Exercise Referral or Specialist Rehabilitation qualifications e.g. Pulmonary Rehabilitation and or Cardiac Rehabilitation.
• Experience and qualifications in teaching Mindfulness and therapeutic based activities such as Tai Chi or Yoga.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a gym environment and exercise instruction as an Exercise Professional.
• Previous teaching experience of healthy lifestyle issues.
• Experience of working in community sports projects.
• Exercise and long-term condition management.

Desirable

• Previous inpatient or community experience in a healthcare setting.
• Previous experience of working with people with mental health conditions, challenging behaviour or a history of offending.

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

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Langdon Hospital

Exeter Rd

Dawlish

Devon

EX7 0NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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