Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will perform and assist in the interpretation of a range of diagnostic sleep investigations for children and young people, including complex cardiorespiratory sleep studies in patients receiving invasive or non-invasive ventilation. The role also includes supporting children receiving long-term ventilation.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, family-centred care while ensuring investigations are performed to a high technical and professional standard in accordance with departmental protocols and AASM standards.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate degree in physiological sciences or equivalent
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.

Desirable

• Eligible for professional registration as a Clinical Scientist
• Post graduate degree (Masters or equivalent) in physiological sciences, or equivalent.
• Registered Clinical Scientist (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology)
• RPGST or equivalent qualification

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience working in a paediatric sleep and long-term ventilation unit.

Desirable

• Experience in leading or contributing to departmental research projects

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrates strong theoretical knowledge of respiratory and sleep investigations, with competence in setting up, supervising, and interpreting paediatric cardiorespiratory sleep studies to AASM standards, including patients with complex needs and those on long-term ventilation or oxygen support.
• Possesses advanced technical skills to independently troubleshoot and manage diagnostic equipment and long-term ventilation devices such as CPAP and NIV.
• Provides comprehensive patient and carer support, including mask fitting, CPAP/NIV education, troubleshooting, and contributing to ongoing care and reviews.
• Applies sound clinical judgement in complex situations, communicates complex clinical information effectively to a wide range of audiences, and recognises professional limitations by seeking advice when appropriate.
• Works effectively both autonomously and within multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating strong IT skills and adaptability in clinical practice.

Desirable

• Competent in the set-up, supervision, and interpretation of polysomnographic sleep studies in children to AASM standards
• Competent in performing and interpreting spirometry in children
• Ability to perform more complex lung function testing in adults and/or children

Other requirements

Essential

• Physical abilities such as to meet the requirements of the role with any reasonable adjustments

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Approachable, caring, kind and honest
• Punctual and enthusiastic
• Calm under reasonable pressure
• Good Customer Skills
• Demonstrable ability to meet Trust values

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea & Westminster Hospital (Main site); St Mary’s Hospital; Hammersmith Hospital; and West Middlesex Hospital

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please see the attached Job description and person specifications located under the supporting documents heading.

Person Specification

Essential and desirable

Essential

• 4 GCSEs Grade 4/C or above including Maths, Science and English or BTEC Certificate in Science or equivalent
• Pharmacy experience
• Proven work or study record
• Able to demonstrate completion of assigned tasks e.g. Studies undertaken resulted in qualification
• Able to work to standard operating procedure and policies
• Good oral & written communication skills
• Perform basic mathematical calculations in relation to work
• Ability to organise & prioritise workload
• Word processing, e-mail, accurate date entry skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work under supervision
• Ability to supervise and participate in the training of others
• Ability to motivate self and others
• Good problem solving skills
• Enthusiasm for position
• Methodical with attention to detail
• Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker able to relate to all grades of staff
• Ability to cope well within a busy environment
• Good initiative
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Good ability to work independantly
• Good ability to organise own work
• Good time management
• Satisfactory manual dexterity required of all activities
• Capable of moderate physical activity - sometimes for heavy loads
• Hard working and conscientious
• Good team player and demonstrates reliability
• Punctual
• Demonstrates awareness of self-development
• Demonstrates evidence of being able and willing to understand our Trust PROUD values

Desirable

• Prior knowledge/achievement of NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills
• Patient counselling and customer care
• Dispensing experience
• Pharmacy labelling and stock control systems
• Hospital pharmacy experience
• Ability to use JAC stock control system
• Non-sterile manufacturing
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice
• Sterile manufacturing
• Interpret & dispense prescriptions accurately
• Effectively provide advice to patients regarding medicines

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support the delivery of a high-quality decontamination service that meets national standards, Trust policies, and regulatory requirements.

Ensure compliance with HTM 01-06, infection prevention and control standards, and local decontamination procedures.

Participate in quality assurance programmes, audits, and accreditation processes to maintain service standards.

Maintain accurate and complete records to ensure full traceability of endoscopes and associated equipment.

Report incidents, near misses, equipment faults, and non-conformities in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.

Assist in the investigation of incidents and implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives and service development projects within the Endoscopy Decontamination Unit.

Support the monitoring and review of key performance indicators (KPIs) and quality metrics.

Participate in competency assessments, training programmes, and mandatory updates to maintain professional standards.

Promote a culture of patient safety, continuous learning, and continuous improvement.

Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, COSHH requirements, and Trust policies.

Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and local working practices.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Decontamination NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of surgical instruments

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Putting Patients first
• Ability to adapt to changing needs of service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Roles and responsibilities:

1. To undertake all radiographic duties efficiently and to a high standard.
2. To ensure that patients receive a high standard of care.
3. To be conversant with the routine procedures in all general and screening rooms, casualty and mobile and theatre radiography.
4. To assist with the practical training of student radiographers.
5. To communicate with other staff members to ensure the smooth running of the Department.
6. To ensure that the Radiation Protection guidelines, IR (ME) R guidelines and local rules are strictly adhered to.
7. To ensure that the rules and procedures of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 are strictly adhered to, and that all working areas are kept clean and safe.
8. To participate in the departmental quality assurance programmes as required.
9. To report and record all equipment faults.
10. To participate in the on call and stand by rotas as required.
11. To undertake any other duties which may be appropriate to the post.
12. To offer an initial assessment and interpretation of images produced in the course of their role.
13. To comply with, and be able to demonstrate and instruct, safe manual handling techniques.
14. To comply with and be able to demonstrate safe infection control measures.

Other Requirements/ Responsibilities

1. To strive to achieve competencies required to progress to Band 6 radiographer
2. To maintain a commitment to, and take responsibility for personal development utilising principles of Continuous Professional Development (CPD). The post holder is encouraged by the department to attend both personal and professional development activities that assist in their role and the service.
3. The post holder will be required to actively participate in a periodic performance appraisal, in accordance with the Trust guidelines

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Radiography
• DCR (R)
• Or accepted international equivalent
• HCPC registration or pending certification

Desirable

• member of SOR
• Interest in further study and CPD including research

Experience

Essential

• Broad general radiography experience at student / radiographer level

Desirable

• Exposure to specialist techniques

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Able to work under own initiative.
• Ability to make decisions.
• Organisational skills.
• Interest in teaching/training.
• Up to date technical knowledge.
• Ability to undertake primary diagnosis from acquired images.
• Ability to safely use specialist equipment
• A good understanding and demonstration of Customer Service standards.
• Able to supervise more junior staff including students

Desirable

• Leadership skills.
• Awareness of developments in NHS.
• Willingness to participate in departmental service development
• Willingness to teach/train
• Able to apply use of IT to principles of patient confidentiality.
• Willingness to extend role e.g. IV cannulation

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

Chelsea

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Residency Service Management

Be responsible for the co-ordination and provision of the Pharmacy

Residency Service

Ward Clinical Service

Be responsible and accountable for the clinical pharmacy service

provided to a sub-speciality within the Emergency and Integrated

Care Division.

Dispensary Service

Support the provision of an efficient, safe and legal dispensing service.

Education and Training

Lead and co-ordinate the provision of training and supervision of Trainee

and Resident Pharmacists on rotation in the dispensary in accordance

with local and professional requirements.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Vocational Master's Degree in Pharmacy (+ completion of pre-registration training)
• Registered as a practicing pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Certificate in Pharmacy Practice or JBP Postgraduate Certificate in General Pharmacy Practice or equivalent training / experience

Experience

Essential

• Supervision of staff
• Education and training of staff

Desirable

• Registered Supplementary Prescriber

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea & Westminster Hospital

369 Fullham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The post holder will be a clearly identifiable senior clinical staff member.
• They will have significant clinical experience, provide sound clinical expertise to their team and more junior staff and coordinate and deliver high quality care.
• They will be a role model for expert clinical care, and lead on specific projects / service developments and management functions as delegated by the Band 7 therapist or Clinical Lead Therapist.
• They will role model the identified Trust values at all times.
• The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner in providing physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management to their own designated caseload of patients and to maintain up to date physiotherapy records.
• They will evidence based principles and current best practise to assess, plan, implement and evaluate physiotherapy interventions.
• The post holder will provide supervision, teaching and support to more junior staff, therapy assistants and students on placement.

Person Specification

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• BSc or Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HPC registration
• Evidence of CPD and relevant post graduate courses

Desirable

• Member of special interest group ie: APCP, Neonatal SIG
• CPD portfolio
• Relevant post graduate qualifications

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Evidence of experience as a Band 5 therapist in paediatrics.
• Experience working as part of MDT
• Participation in emergency on-call and weekend respiratory services including both adults and paediatrics
• Relevant post registration experience at Band 5 level in core areas including Musculoskeletal, neurology, orthopaedic and respiratory

Desirable

• Evidence of working in a team which was non-clinical
• Evidence of presentation at in-service training
• Evidence of experience as a Band 6 therapist
• Evidence of paediatric courses
• Evidence of working with children in a non-clinical setting

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE - SPECIAL

Essential

• Demonstrates specialist knowledge and experience of paediatric orthopaedic, respiratory, neuro-developmental and musculo-skeletal assessment and treatment interventions
• Demonstrates advanced clinical reasoning skills with examples
• The ability to clinically reason the application of appropriate paediatric assessment and treatment techniques .
• Identifies challenges of working in varying hospital or community settings and demonstrates the ability to adapt own practice accordingly.
• The ability to guide and direct therapy assistants and students in clinical practice
• Evidence of effective self-management including time, prioritisation, clinical caseload and stress
• Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contacts, including in challenging situations, demonstrating respect and kindness

Desirable

• Evidence of participation in research or audit
• Competent IT 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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

• To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of your work, including the management of patients in your care.
• To be able to carry and prioritise your own designated clinical caseload, working as an autonomous practitioner, with regular supervision from your supervisor.
• To determine the patients understanding of the physiotherapy intervention in order to gain valid, informed consent and to be able to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.
• To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools when communicating with patients/carers to maximise the patients rehabilitation potential. This will include communication with people with complex communication difficulties such as dysphasia, deafness, and dementia, mental health problems or speak English as a second language or who have difficulty accepting their diagnosis.

PROFESSIONAL

• To maintain professional behaviour at all times and promote a positive image of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust at all times, in line with Trust values.
• To comply with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and the Health and Care Professions Council codes of professional conduct at all times.
• To maintain professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.
• To be responsible for personal continuous professional development by the use of self-education, reflective practice and active participation in the in-service training program and to maintain a CPD portfolio.

ORGANISATIONAL

• To achieve effective daily management of a caseload of patients including prioritisation of clinical work, meetings and training, working flexibly according to staffing levels.
• To carry an identified bleep as required by rotation, and be able to respond to unpredictable work patterns and frequent interruptions.
• To make appropriate referrals to other physiotherapists and other members of the multidisciplinary team, and co-ordinate intervention for joint sessions as required.
• To ensure timely communication of assessment findings, treatment and outcomes to other involved disciplines through the provision of social services reports, discharge letters etc.

EFFORT

• To carry out assessment and treatment using manual and therapeutic handling techniques which require moderate to high physical effort and concentration, frequently during each working day.
• To comply with the trust manual handling policy at all times.
• To work alone at times, depending on rotation, eg domiciliary settings
• To deal sensitively with patients who have a high level of anxiety or aggression due to, for example, pain, fear, or dementia.

General

Covid-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for this role, unless an exemption applies. The successful applicant may have contact with vulnerable service users and we will therefore seek proof of being fully vaccinated during the recruitment process.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• BSc or Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Member of special interest group

Experience and achievements

Essential

• Evidence of clinical placements in an acute inpatient, outpatient and community settings
• Demonstrates experience working as part of an MDT on clinical placement

Desirable

• Previous related work/voluntary experience
• Evidence of working in a non-clinical team

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE - SPECIAL

Essential

• Demonstrates basic knowledge and application of a range of assessment techniques and treatment interventions used in a variety of clinical settings
• Identifies challenges of working in an acute hospital setting
• Demonstrates evidence of clinical reasoning in the management of patient care
• Demonstrates evidence of the ability to use reflective practice as a tool for growth and development
• Understands the professional and legal responsibilities of clinical practice
• Demonstrates evidence of effective self-management including time, prioritisation, clinical caseload and stress
• Demonstrates evidence of understanding and application of CPD requirements outlined by the HCPC
• Demonstrates the use of professional communication strategies with patients, carers and members of the MDT

Desirable

• Evidence of specific responsibilities eg committee membership
• Evidence of participation in research or audit

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cross Site -- Chelsea and Westminster Hospital/West Middlesex Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Roles and responsibilities

Communication and Relationship Skills

• To communicate with other staff members to ensure the smooth running of the Department.
• To communicate with patients and relatives in a professional and reassuring manner, especially in difficult or emotional circumstances.
• To deliver distressing news/results to patients regarding fetal abnormalities with the appropriate empathy.

Knowledge and Experience

• To undertake all ultrasound duties independently, efficiently and to provide a highly specialised clinical service.
• To produce accurate reports and formal diagnostic opinion in a timely manner based on examinations undertaken.
• To ensure that patients receive a high standard of care throughout all ultrasound specialties.
• To display competence and confidence to undertake intimate procedures including transvaginal scans ensuring relevant consent procedures have been adhered.
• To have the appropriate precise skills required for ultrasound techniques such as nuchal measurements in obstetric medicine.
• To be able to demonstrate knowledge and expertise in the use of highly specialised equipment.
• The post-holder will be expected to be proficient, and to teach, in the more specialised techniques practiced in ultrasound scanning and the Obstetric Unit. To be able to propose a review of clinical procedures and protocols in the department.
• To assist with the practical training and mentoring of more junior staff and student sonographers and to be capable of providing instructions/information to those staff in a motivational manner. They will also be required to train radiology registrars in ultrasound techniques.

Judgment and Analysis

• To be able to offer good clinical judgment when assessing and interpreting images produced by themselves or more junior staff.

Organisational Skills

• To report and record all equipment faults. To be able to assist with the diagnosis and remedy of routine faults and assist with daily maintenance on all ultrasound imaging equipment.

Physical Skills and Requirements

• To demonstrate and employ the high degree of dexterity required to position complex equipment used in the acquisition of images. To be able to accurately manipulate and position patients to ensure most accurate diagnosis.
• To comply with, and be able to demonstrate and instruct, safe manual handling techniques and apply those techniques to both patients and equipment.

Direct Patient Care

• To contribute to, and feedback from, meetings relevant to the imaging service i.e to attend MDT meetings relevant to patients who have been in their care.

Research

• To become involved in any on-going audit/research programmes as appropriate.

Service Development

• To monitor and propose amendments, where necessary, to policies and protocols in current area of work/supervision.
• To ensure that the local rules and protocols are strictly adhered to.
• To participate in the departmental quality assurance programmes as required.
• With appropriate training and experience, to oversee and manage the effective operation of any sub-modality within ultrasound. This will involve a close working relationship with the radiology team.
• To become involved in any on-going audit/research programmes as appropriate.

Personnel

• The post holder will be required to actively participate in a periodic performance appraisal, in accordance with the Trust guidelines.
• The post holder is encouraged by the department to attend both personal and professional development activities that assist in their role and the service

Please review the attached job description for full details of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• PG dip Ultrasound or international equivalent or DMU
• Interest in further study and CPD including research.
• Post Grad qualification or commitment to study.
• Voluntary register held by RCT or other regulatory body (HCPC, GMC or NMC)

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 6 months
• Broad experience in ultrasound techniques including Obstetrics, Gynae, Abdominal and Small parts

Clinical Skills

Essential

• Vast experience in US (MSK, Vascular, Paeds, Obs&Gynae, General)

Desirable

• Post-grad certification (or equivalent) in a speciality area

Communication skills

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to communicate clearly and effectively to both patients and staff and in challenging circumstances

Desirable

• Evidence of E&D training, Conflict resolution training, communication 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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the description above and to the job description.

This will be a combined role with both main dispensary and the satellite dispensary. Also there will be a rotation to ward level to support the established medicines management team.

You will be required to participate in weekend, bank holiday, early and late duty rotas.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• English, Maths and Science GCSE grade C or above or equivalent
• NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills or equivalent
• Working towards NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills or equivalent

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to work to set procedures
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure accurately and in a busy environment
• Ability to organise and prioritise routine daily tasks using own initiative
• Ability to motivate self and others and demonstrate enthusiasm for the position
• Ability to communicate routine information effectively using clear written and spoken English
• Familiar with pharmacy procedures and workflow
• Pharmacy JAC/Wellsky skills

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of stock control
• Previous experience of working in hospital Pharmacy
• Customer Service
• Pharmacy labelling and stock control systems
• Recent previous experience working in pharmacy within the NHS
• Preferably JAC/Wellsky pharmacy stock control system

Personal qualities

Essential

• Demonstrate enthusiasm for the position
• Methodical with attention to detail
• Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker able to relate to all grades of staff
• Flexibility in approach to work according to priorities within a constantly changing environment.
• Ability to cope well within a busy environment
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and lifting medicine weight boxes
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to motivate self and others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description and person specification for the Senior Pharmacist, Cancer & Technical Services, for more detailed information.

Person Specification

Essential & Desirable Criteria

Essential

• Registered as a practicing pharmacist with the GPHC
• Experience as a hospital pharmacist with ward cover in different clinical areas
• Experience of working in a hospital based Pharmacy Aseptic Unit

Desirable

• Certificate in Pharmacy Practice
• Accredited to clinically screen chemotherapy
• Accredited to final check SACT
• Knowledge of GMP
• Experience of clinical audit / service improvement
• Experience of working as part of an MDT
• Good communication skills
• Supervision and training of other 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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex Hospital

Twickenham Road,

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide highly specialist SLT input to the acute stroke unit at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

To analyse complex medical information, identify differential diagnosis and implement appropriate SLT assessment and treatment / management for patients with a range of swallowing and communication disorders, including care of patients with a tracheostomy.

To ensure patients are involved in the planning and prioritisation of their care, as appropriate

To participate in multidisciplinary tracheostomy management, as appropriate

To participate in, and/ or lead videofluoroscopy clinic, as appropriate. This includes reviewing referrals for suitability, timely completion of reports and ensuring that clinical practice adheres to standards set by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy.

Person Specification

Trust values

Essential

• Putting patients first & Responsive to patients and staff
• Open and honest & Unfailingly kind
• Determined to Develop

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Speech and Language Therapist
• Current HCPC registration
• Current RCSLT registration
• Extensive postgraduate experience relevant to the post

Desirable

• Member of clinical interest group and / or network, relevant to the post

Experience

Essential

• Experience providing complex specialist dysphagia assessment and management
• Level 3 Videofluoroscopy competencies / relevant overseas training or framework
• RCSLT Tracheostomy competencies / overseas competency training or framework
• Experience working within a Multidisciplinary Team
• Experience with service development and audit
• Experience providing teaching and training for members of the MDT, patients, families etc.
• Experience using evidence based practice and outcome measures
• Experience providing complex specialist communication assessment and management

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Highly specialist knowledge of SLT assessment and management for complex swallowing disorders within an adult population
• Highly specialist knowledge of SLT assessment and management for complex communication disorders within an adult population
• Understanding of NHS policies relevant to SLT and the value of clinical governance
• Ability to take responsibility for own clinical work from referral through to discharge
• Ability to work on autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to identify and assess risk accordingly
• Ability to communicate effectively in a highly emotive clinical setting.
• Ability to demonstrate an evidence based approach to clinical practice
• Ability to communicate effectively with adults of all ages and abilities
• Ability to cope with stressful working situations, including challenging behaviour
• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent written and oral, reporting and presentation skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Awareness of and maintenance of, personal and professional boundaries
• Ability to maintain concentration for prolonged periods of time

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure that new systems and processes are installed and functioning properly

Be responsible for the development and ongoing management of partnerships with external suppliers, ensuring that all contractual and statutory obligations are met.

Ensure contractual obligations are met including safety reporting obligations, provision of documentation, progress reports and report writing .

Identify, record and provide solutions to complex project risks and issues

Assist with business contingency and disaster recovery planning for assigned project.

Assist with the design and development of operational policies, procedures training requirements for assigned project.

Provide timely highlight / exception reports etc. to the relevant boards and committees.

Make use of a wide range of information sources, including the Intranet/Internet, and professional publications so as to enhance successful /project delivery.

Establish cross-functional project teams, working groups and user groups as required to foster effective team communication and forums to drive the project forward, ensuring that all parties have a clear understanding of responsibilities.

Monitor projects to ensure that they are on target to deliver the proposed business benefits.

Assist in benefits identification and realisation including the compiling of the benefits register.

Coordinate the design, development and testing of systems, ensuring the deployed product meets the needs of users and stakeholders and is ultimately fit for purpose from both business and clinical perspectives.

Identify system enhancements and changes and escalate via the appropriate channels e.g. Request for Change, Contract Change Notice.

Responsibility and management of part of a budget.

Responsbility and management of digital systems within the post holders remit.

Training key stakeholders as required.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level/with equivalent proven experience
• Project management qualification

Desirable

• Digital qualification

Experience

Essential

• Specific experience in project management or change management
• Substantial and demonstrable experience in managing IT and/or healthcare related projects
• Managing budgets
• Experience of implementing complex digital projects
• Direct project experience in the NHS

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Full range of Project management controls and techniques
• Excellent organisational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced IT skills required to support a wide range of document preparation will require expertise with a computer keyboard and a good understanding of Microsoft project software.
• Excellent Time Management Skills
• Confidence and proficiency in use of office software
• Dexterity - extensive PC skills required to create / up-date project plans using Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to write concise specifications and documents to tight deadlines
• Ability to write and present supporting business cases
• Ability to understand, make recommendations on, teach and convey governance issues to all levels
• Strong analytical skills
• An excellent understanding of healthcare processes and practices
• Performance management
• Management Groups/Stakeholders in Conflict
• Thorough understanding of the theory and practice of project and programme management
• Ability to work on own initiative without close supervision
• Ability to work autonomously and as a team
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Ability to build co-operative relationships
• Ability to handle commercial and confidential information appropriately
• Understanding of Core NHS Information Systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Rd

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Roles and responsibilities

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To carry out appropriate assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skills for clients with multiple/complex needs
• To work with clients to identify and agree treatment goals based on assessment outcomes, which balance the complex interaction of risk, safety, client choice, independence, areas of conflict and eligibility for services
• To use communication, reasoning and negotiation skills to establish a therapeutic relationship in complex cases, managing basic barriers to communication
• To plan and implement individual/group interventions using graded activities to address therapeutic goals and optimise clients functional independence
• To address all areas of risk associated with individual clients ability to function independently and minimise the effects of disability within their chosen environment, including planning and carrying out home assessments and discharge to assess visits and being responsible for the clients health and safety during this assessment
• To monitor, evaluate and modify interventions in order to measure client progress and treatment effectiveness
• To demonstrate and apply a broad level of understanding of the effects of disability to own caseload management and to inform others practice
• To supervise the caseload management of Band 5 OT plus supervise day to day activity of therapy assistants and students as designated
• To represent the OT Department within the multi-disciplinary team and participate in relevant team/network meetings and ward rounds to contribute to the discussion and planning of client care. To use these forums to seek opinion from the team to inform own caseload analysis and reasoning as appropriate
• To liaise with families/carers and statutory and voluntary agencies to contribute to the discussion and planning of client care and seeking opinion from others to inform own caseload analysis and reasoning as appropriate
• To assess for, facilitate provision and education in use of equipment for independence with authorisation rights of equipment spend up to £500 per client
• To ensure that all documentation and activity recording is maintained according to Trust and College of Occupational Therapists Guidelines
• To comply with College of Occupational Therapists Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and all other relevant national and local policies and procedures
• To demonstrate the ability to reflect on ethical issues and provide guidance to junior staff as necessary
• To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of clients and contribute to provision of a service sensitive to these needs
• To progress the client intervention to a satisfactory closure as MDT member. This may include evaluating outcomes, setting up reviews and/or arranging appropriate transfer of care as appropriate
• To provide moving and handling advice for other therapy team members as required
• To participate in the 7 day rota of flexible working within the designated therapy team.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

• To review and reflect on practice and identify areas for self-development through participation in the annual appraisal system and regular clinical and professional supervision.

• To plan, actively participate in and contribute to the in-service education programme.

• To undertake supervision and appraisals of junior staff as delegated by a senior member of staff.

• To regularly take responsibility for the supervision and education of OT students on clinical placement within the Trust.

• To demonstrate a basic level of leadership skills through management of designated projects.

• To maintain a professional portfolio for CPD, recording learning outcomes and reflections through daily practice, internal and external development opportunities.

• To attend post-graduate lectures and courses to enable achievement of appraisal objectives and to share this knowledge with peers on return.

• To plan and implement induction and education programmes for new staff, OT students and work experience students.

• To attend and actively participate in the OT Clinical Governance Group and other relevant meetings.

• To demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate current research, apply to practice and disseminate findings to local colleagues.

• To deputise for the Band 7 OT in their absence.

ORGANISATIONAL DUTIES:

• To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.

• To broaden research and development skills through participation in the planning, evaluation and audit/research of practice, clinical pathways and protocols.

• To participate in the planning and delivery of the service business and clinical governance plans and delivery of the Trust business and clinical governance plans.

• To demonstrate an understanding and application of national guidelines and health legislation (e.g. National Clinical Guidelines, NSFs).

• Undertake any other relevant duties as required by the Band 7 Occupational Therapist, Clinical Services Manager.

This job involves regular exposure to unpleasant working conditions eg body fluids including urine, faeces and sputum and occasional exposure to verbal and physical aggression.

This job involves regular weekend working.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in OT or equivalent
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of on-going CPD

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in acute or rehabiltiation setting
• Physical health experience in NHS

Desirable

• Community experience
• Mental health experience
• Research/ audit experience
• Students supervising/ mentoring
• Supervision of junior staff

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of current best practice and guidelines
• Word processing/ Good IT skills
• Prioritisation skills
• Application of OT processes

Desirable

• Group work/ training/ presentation skills
• Knowledge of standardised assessments and use in practice

Personal qualities

Essential

• Experience of working in MDT
• Able to work weekends/ flexible working

Desirable

• Conflict management experience
• Evidence of client centred non discriminatory approach

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth, London

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Roles and responsibilities

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To carry out appropriate assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skills for clients with multiple/complex needs
• To work with clients to identify and agree treatment goals based on assessment outcomes, which balance the complex interaction of risk, safety, client choice, independence, areas of conflict and eligibility for services
• To use communication, reasoning and negotiation skills to establish a therapeutic relationship in complex cases, managing basic barriers to communication
• To plan and implement individual/group interventions using graded activities to address therapeutic goals and optimise clients functional independence
• To address all areas of risk associated with individual clients ability to function independently and minimise the effects of disability within their chosen environment, including planning and carrying out home assessments and discharge to assess visits and being responsible for the clients health and safety during this assessment
• To monitor, evaluate and modify interventions in order to measure client progress and treatment effectiveness
• To demonstrate and apply a broad level of understanding of the effects of disability to own caseload management and to inform others practice
• To supervise the caseload management of Band 5 OT plus supervise day to day activity of therapy assistants and students as designated
• To represent the OT Department within the multi-disciplinary team and participate in relevant team/network meetings and ward rounds to contribute to the discussion and planning of client care. To use these forums to seek opinion from the team to inform own caseload analysis and reasoning as appropriate
• To liaise with families/carers and statutory and voluntary agencies to contribute to the discussion and planning of client care and seeking opinion from others to inform own caseload analysis and reasoning as appropriate
• To assess for, facilitate provision and education in use of equipment for independence with authorisation rights of equipment spend up to £500 per client
• To ensure that all documentation and activity recording is maintained according to Trust and College of Occupational Therapists Guidelines
• To comply with College of Occupational Therapists Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and all other relevant national and local policies and procedures
• To demonstrate the ability to reflect on ethical issues and provide guidance to junior staff as necessary
• To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of clients and contribute to provision of a service sensitive to these needs
• To progress the client intervention to a satisfactory closure as MDT member. This may include evaluating outcomes, setting up reviews and/or arranging appropriate transfer of care as appropriate
• To provide moving and handling advice for other therapy team members as required
• To participate in the 7 day rota of flexible working within the designated therapy team.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

• To review and reflect on practice and identify areas for self-development through participation in the annual appraisal system and regular clinical and professional supervision.

• To plan, actively participate in and contribute to the in-service education programme.

• To undertake supervision and appraisals of junior staff as delegated by a senior member of staff.

• To regularly take responsibility for the supervision and education of OT students on clinical placement within the Trust.

• To demonstrate a basic level of leadership skills through management of designated projects.

• To maintain a professional portfolio for CPD, recording learning outcomes and reflections through daily practice, internal and external development opportunities.

• To attend post-graduate lectures and courses to enable achievement of appraisal objectives and to share this knowledge with peers on return.

• To plan and implement induction and education programmes for new staff, OT students and work experience students.

• To attend and actively participate in the OT Clinical Governance Group and other relevant meetings.

• To demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate current research, apply to practice and disseminate findings to local colleagues.

• To deputise for the Band 7 OT in their absence.

ORGANISATIONAL DUTIES:

• To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.

• To broaden research and development skills through participation in the planning, evaluation and audit/research of practice, clinical pathways and protocols.

• To participate in the planning and delivery of the service business and clinical governance plans and delivery of the Trust business and clinical governance plans.

• To demonstrate an understanding and application of national guidelines and health legislation (e.g. National Clinical Guidelines, NSFs).

• Undertake any other relevant duties as required by the Band 7 Occupational Therapist, Clinical Services Manager.

This job involves regular exposure to unpleasant working conditions eg body fluids including urine, faeces and sputum and occasional exposure to verbal and physical aggression.

This job involves regular weekend working.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in OT or equivalent
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of on-going CPD

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in acute or rehabiltiation setting
• Physical health experience in NHS

Desirable

• Community experience
• Mental health experience
• Research/ audit experience
• Students supervising/ mentoring
• Supervision of junior staff

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of current best practice and guidelines
• Word processing/ Good IT skills
• Prioritisation skills
• Application of OT processes

Desirable

• Group work/ training/ presentation skills
• Knowledge of standardised assessments and use in practice

Personal qualities

Essential

• Experience of working in MDT
• Able to work weekends/ flexible working

Desirable

• Conflict management experience
• Evidence of client centred non discriminatory approach

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital & Chelsea & Westminster Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth, London

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job description and person specifications located under the supporting documents heading.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• 4 GCSEs Grade 4/C or above including Maths, English and Science or BTEC Certificate in Science or equivalent

Desirable

• Prior knowledge/achievement of NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills

Experience

Essential

• Pharmacy experience
• Proven work or study record
• Able to demonstrate completion of assigned tasks e.g. Studies undertaken resulted in qualification
• Able to work to standard operating procedure and policies

Desirable

• Patient counselling and customer care
• Dispensing experience
• Pharmacy labelling and stock control systems
• Hospital pharmacy experience
• Ability to use JAC stock control system
• Non-sterile manufacturing
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice
• Sterile manufacturing

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Good oral & written communication skills
• Perform basic mathematical calculations in relation to work
• Interpret & dispense prescriptions accurately
• Ability to organise & prioritise workload
• Word processing, e-mail, accurate date entry skills
• Effectively provide advice to patients regarding medicines
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work under supervision
• Ability to supervise and participate in the training of others
• Ability to motivate self and others
• Good problem solving skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Enthusiasm for the position
• Methodical with attention to detail
• Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker able to relate to all grades of staff
• Ability to cope well within a busy environment
• Good initiative
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Good ability to work independently
• Good ability to organise own work
• Good time management
• Satisfactory manual dexterity required for all activities
• Capable of moderate physical activity - sometimes for heavy loads
• Hard working and conscientious
• Good team player and demonstrates reliability
• Punctual
• Demonstrates awareness of self-development
• Demonstrates evidence of being able and willing to understand our Trust PROUD values

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea & Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical:

To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of work

To assess and treat patients from a variety of referral sources.

To undertake proficient physiotherapy assessments in line with department and professional standards to form diagnoses

To undertake specialised assessments of patients as an autonomous practitioners including those with highly complex presentations.

Using , a comprehensive understanding of MSK conditions, knowledge of evidence-based practice, advanced skills and a wide-ranging knowledge of treatment options to plan and implement an individualised treatment plan.

To interpret and analyse relevant clinical and non-clinical facts to formulate accurate prognoses and appropriate discharge plans.

To be able to prioritise and manage your own clinical caseload

To evaluate treatment to measure progress to ensure effectiveness interventions and to identify quickly when treatment requires modifying or when advice/assistance from supervisor is required.

To be make autonomous decisions regarding optimal patient management including recognising if a patient has red flags or requires further management within secondary care and initiating referrals accordingly.

To have the opportunity depending on service need to participate in clinics co-located with consultant teams for therapistled follow up and commencement of rehabilitation post-surgery

Provide sound evidence based clinical advice as required to staff and patients

Leadership and management:

To be responsible for providing an efficient and effective MSK physiotherapy service by demonstrating good leadership, organisational, time management and prioritisation skills.

To manage and prioritise own workload and assist in that of your team. In addition appropriately balance clinical and other demands to ensure all service needs are met.

To monitor the caseloads of more junior MSK physiotherapists in your designated team to ensure that an efficient and effective physiotherapy service is provided to all patients.

To support more junior staff in the development of their assessment, treatment and clinical reasoning skills

To be available as required as a clinical and management resource to more junior members of staff, including informal advice and teaching sessions including those outside your designated team.

To be available as required as a management resource for administrative and clerical staff, answering queries and dealing with informal complaints, patient enquiries and potentially aggressive situations.

To work with MDT colleagues, along integrated care pathways, to deliver best practice and propose changes in light of new evidence.

To take a lead role in the teaching, supervision and appraisal of MSK staff including the management of informal disputes and disciplinary or sickness absence.

Education & research:

To assist in the planning and organisation of the MSK team in-service training and demonstrate excellent presentation skills in the delivery of teaching sessions and tutorials to large groups.

To take a lead role in practical demonstrations and teach highly specialised manual therapy techniques to other members of the team.

To provide highly specialised advice, teaching and training to other professionals regarding the managements of patients with MSK conditions.

To promote the use of evidence-based practice during the teaching and supervision of more junior staff.

To facilitate your teams development of evidence based practice, manual therapy techniques, therapeutic handling skills and specialised knowledge relating to MSK physiotherapy.

Please review the attached job description for full role and responsibilities

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration
• Postgraduate education/courses in Musculoskeletal physiotherapy within the last year
• Relevant level 7 or equivalent qualifications (achieved or currently working towards)

Desirable

• Leadership Training Programme

Trust values

Essential

• Trust values

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of Band 6 or equivalent in musculoskeletal outpatients
• Evidence of band 5 or equivalent experience in a broad range of rotations including musculoskeletal and orthopaedics.
• Evidence of appraisal, supervision and teaching of Band 5 physiotherapists, assistants, students and other members of the MDT
• Experience of working as part of an MDT in clinical practice
• Evidence of active participation in in-service training
• Evidence of active involvement of service development
• Experience in the UK or an equivalent public healthcare system

Desirable

• Evidence of previous experience at Band 7 (or equivalent level) in musculoskeletal outpatients.
• Evidence of appraisal of band 6 level staff
• Team leader experience
• Evidence of working in a variety of MSK services e.g. A&E, GP Practices, Rheumatology, Orthopaedic clinics

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates highly specialist knowledge of musculoskeletal assessment and treatment.
• Demonstrates evidence-based practice approach
• Ability to work autonomously within specialist clinical area and monitor workload of team.
• The ability to use reflective practice as a tool for growth and development
• Understanding of the professional and legal responsibilities of clinical practice
• Awareness and sensitivity to cultural differences and beliefs
• Evidence of effective self-management including time, prioritisation, clinical caseload and stress
• Experience of data collection for quality monitoring / audit
• Experience of risk management / assessment
• Demonstrates awareness of national and local policies related to clinical practice
• Knowledge of safety issues through clinical governance and risk management
• Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contacts, including in challenging situations, demonstrating respect and kindness
• Able to cope with stressful working situations including emotional or aggressive patients/carers in an unpredictable environment

Desirable

• Evidence of specific responsibilities e.g. committee membership
• Evidence of participation in research or audit

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Effective role model, demonstrating values of PROUD values
• Enthusiastic and motivated
• Effective team member
• Self-starter and able to work on own initiative
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Able to evaluate and be critical of self
• Committed to personal and team development

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

Chelsea

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Refer to Key roles and Responsibilities, Job Description

In summary-

Deputise for the Superintendent Radiographer in their absence.

Assist with workforce planning and daily operational management.

Support staff development, appraisals and competency assessment.

Lead elements of quality improvement and service transformation.

Promote a culture of innovation, safety and continuous improvement.

Support implementation of departmental policies, procedures and protocols.

Contribute to radiation safety initiatives, dose optimisation and governance programmes.

Act as a role model for junior staff and students.

Once Qualified as B7 reporting radiographer and competency sign-off, governance approval and independent reporting requirements are met:

Independently perform and report Adult Contrast Swallow examinations within agreed scope of practice.

Participate in reporting audit and peer review programmes.

Contribute to development of reporting pathways and service expansion.

Provide specialist advice to referrers and multidisciplinary teams regarding Adult Contrast Swallow examinations.

Contribute to protocol development and service improvement relating to fluoroscopy reporting.

Person Specification

Esesential and Desirable criteria as stipulated in Job Description

Essential

• Trust Values
• Education & Qualifications
• Experience
• Physical Requirements
• Skills and Knowledge
• Personal Qualities

Desirable

• Education & Qualifications
• Experience
• Skills and 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.

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Roles and responsibilities1. Clinical: To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of work, including the management of patients in your care. To be able to carry and prioritise your own designated clinical caseload, working as an autonomous practitioner without direct supervision. Provide sound evidence based clinical advice as required to staff and patients To determine the patients understanding of the physiotherapy intervention in order to gain valid, informed consent and to be able to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment. To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools when communicating with patients/carers to maximise the patients rehabilitation potential. This will include communication with people with complex communication difficulties such as dysphasia, deafness, dementia, mental health problems, those who have difficulty accepting their diagnosis and young children. To communicate with people who speak English as a second language through the use of an interpreter. To use good communication skills to agree physiotherapy goals with individual patients using previous experience to ensure goals are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and appropriately timed. To involve all members of the multidisciplinary team in this process when appropriate. To provide comprehensive written records of assessment and treatment according to departmental, professional and legal standards. To undertake proficient and pertinent physiotherapy assessments in line with department and professional standards, to form diagnoses and/or establish impairments and limitations. To use appropriate and effective assessment and treatment techniques including subjective and observational analysis, manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling skills.

To undertake treatment of a wide variety of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions using a variety of techniques including manual therapy, exercise therapy (including classes), electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, provision of aids and patient advice/education. To demonstrate highly developed dexterity, coordination and palpatory sensory skills for the assessment and manual treatment of patients. To take responsibility for certain patient conditions or clinical areas, as delegated by the Band 7, and to develop specialised assessment and treatment skills in these areas with minimal support from a senior. To use clinical reasoning, understanding of the medical diagnosis, previous experience and knowledge of treatment options to plan and implement individual physiotherapy programs for all patients including those with complex conditions. To interpret and analyse relevant clinical and non-clinical facts to formulate accurate prognoses and develop appropriate discharge plans. To make effective use of treatment options such as advice, gait re-education, exercise prescription, manual techniques, electrotherapy and provision of appropriate therapeutic aids and equipment. To monitor and evaluate treatment to measure progress and to ensure effectiveness of the intervention and to identify quickly when treatment requires modifying. To use clinical reasoning skills to modify treatment interventions and to recognise when advice/assistance from supervisor is required. To attend and/or organise multi-disciplinary team meetings such as case conferences, ward rounds and discharge planning meetings to communicate information about individual patient progress and prognosis, including potential discharge dates. To be responsible for the safe and competent use of all physiotherapy equipment in line with department standards. To be responsible for the safe and appropriate provision of physiotherapy aids and equipment to patients in line with department standards and to provide advice and education on their safe use. Promote and maintain a safe therapeutic environment for patients, their families and staff, according to national and local Infection Control guidelines, Health & Safety legislation, safeguarding legislation and procedures and Trust policies and objectives Understand the Trust clinical governance framework, and participate in the promoting and safeguarding of high standards of care, through effective risk management & governance, and adherence to the Trust values

2. Leadership and management: To demonstrate good time management and organisational skills during daily management of own workload and to be able to adapt flexibly to sudden changes in workload. To carry an identified bleep as required by each clinical area and be able to respond to frequent interruptions. To ensure timely communication of assessment findings, treatment and outcomes to other involved disciplines through the provision of social services reports, discharge letters etc. To make appropriate and timely referrals to other physiotherapists and other members of the multidisciplinary team when required. To keep accurate and up-to-date patient records and statistics at all times in line with departmental, professional and legal standards. To be responsible for the safe use of all therapeutic equipment and aids (including gym equipment, hydrotherapy, respiratory equipment and electrotherapy) by patients. To delegate specific tasks to therapy assistants in line with departmental and professional guidelines. To deputise for the band 7 therapist during periods of absence, with the support of the therapy lead, to ensure effective day to day organisation of the teams workload. To understand and apply clinical governance principles to your own caseload and to be involved in departmental clinical governance sessions. To contribute to service and policy developments To be responsible for complying with all mandatory training requirements To be responsible for maintenance of stock/equipment supplies To develop and maintain effective communication and working relationships with other professional groups, and staff generally within the Division and the Trust To assist in the delivery of induction / orientation of new staff To provide clinical support and guidance to staff and to act as a resource for clinical knowledge to staff To participate in recruitment and selection and develop effective selection and interviewing skills To undertake appraisals of staff, following training To understand and manage local change with team members, including the embedding of new projects

3. Education & research: To participate in and contribute to in-service training programmes To be responsible for the teaching and assessment of graduate level therapeutic skills and knowledge to more junior staff, physiotherapy students and therapy assistants. To provide clinical supervision to more junior staff, students and therapy assistants. To be involved in data collection during any research and audits being undertaken in each area and to be able to monitor and implement change To have the opportunity to lead, or be involved in audit and research projects.

4. Professional development: To comply with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and the Health and Care Professions Council codes of professional conduct at all times. To maintain professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council. To be responsible for personal continuous professional development by the use of self-education, reflective practice, active participation in the in-service training program including giving presentations and attendance at postgraduate courses as agreed in your personal development plan and to maintain an up to date CPD portfolio. To ensure that all mandatory training is completed within the required timescales. Have an awareness of current professional and clinical developments within your area of practice and promote this to others To further develop understanding and use of evidence-based practice, physiotherapy techniques, therapeutic handling skills and detailed knowledge of particular conditions, pertinent to the specialist area To understand and apply clinical governance principles to your own caseload and to be involved in departmental clinical governance sessions To participate in the appraisal system as appraisee during each rotation and be responsible for fulfilling your agreed objectives and personal development plan. To ensure adherence to Trust policy and guidelines at all times To role model Trust values at all times

Please see the JD for the full description.

Person Specification

. Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of ongoing MSK CPD since qualification

.Previous Experience

Essential

• Relevant post registration experience at Band 5 level in core areas including MSK and orthopaedics
• Clinical experience - Previous experience as a qualified physiotherapist in managing a musculoskeletal caseload
• Experience of working as part of an MDT in clinical practice.
• Evidence of active participation in in-service
• The ability to clinically reason the application of appropriate assessment and treatment techniques in a variety of clinical settings.
• The ability to use reflective practice as a tool for growth and development
• Awareness and sensitivity to cultural differences and beliefs.
• Understanding of the professional and legal responsibilities of clinical practice
• Evidence of effective self-management including time, prioritisation, clinical caseload and stress
• The ability to guide and direct therapy assistants and students in clinical practice
• Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contacts, including in challenging situations, demonstrating respect and kindness.

Desirable

• Experience as a qualified therapist in specialist areas
• Evidence of participation in research or audit
• Experience of data collection for quality monitoring / audit
• Evidence of working in a supervisory capacity
• Evidence of clinical educator training and/or appraisal skills
• Demonstrates awareness of national and local policies related to clinical practice

PROUD Values

Essential

• Demonstrates Proud values

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

Chelsea

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide hands-on operational management to the imaging service, ensuring the delivery of services in line with expected service standards.

Be accountable to the Deputy General Manager and the General Manager for the monitoring and delivery of key quality, productivity and performance targets e.g DM01 and Cancer.

Take responsibility for the investigation and co-ordination of complaints that are predominantly administrative/ medical related within the directorate working closely with the Service Directors, Super Intendents and nurses, medical staff and with the Patient Advisors.

Manage and implement innovation projects in all areas of the directorate as identified by the Deputy General Manager.

Be responsible for effective communication including regular team and departmental briefing.

Promote excellent customer service and patient experience throughout all areas of responsibility, taking remedial action to correct poor and unresponsive service Support the delivery of quality and Clinical Governance objectives such as risk management and incident reporting/investigation

Participate in business planning ensuring multi-disciplinary involvement at specialty level in activity and development plans

Ensure that clinic templates, procedure schedules and rotas deliver care at times that meet service capacity and patient needs.

Assist the Deputy General Manager in the production, implementation and revision of operational policies throughout the Directorate, instigating the changes to or implementation of policies and procedures

Support completion of patient and staff surveys and other feedback mechanisms, formulating remedial action plans.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of on-going development

Desirable

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Experience to Master's level or equivalent

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to develop and maintain communication with people on complex matters, issues and ideas and/or in complex situations
• Demonstrates effective leadership
• Strong people management skills
• Ability to manage distressing situations with the right de-escalation approach, including occasional exposure to verbal abuse
• Development of internal controls to deliver a culture of integrated governance.
• Financial, performance and information management and analysis skills
• Presentation and communication skills
• Computer skills, including word, excel and power-point.
• Ability to plan, co-ordinate and monitor the delivery of services and/ or projects.
• Ability to plan, develop, monitor and review the recruitment, deployment and management of people E
• Understanding of commissioning relevant to each of the specialties in the directorate

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

STOCK & INVENTORY

• Stock control management including putting stock away received from stores, rotating stock/checking expiries where relevant and performing stock control counts.
• Ensure dispensary areas are sufficiently stocked with all sundries (leaflets, cards, bottles, bags).
• Sort, count, compile and, where relevant, dispose of unsuitable medication returns.
• Carry out daily monitoring of fridge and dispensary temperatures.
• To release and order stock from Stores.
• To be a ROWA Super user and provide training where required.
• To monitor all to follows drugs
• General housekeeping of ROWA.
• Adjust stock/expired stock investigations.

For more information please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION

Essential

• English, Maths and Science GCSE Grand C or above or equivilant
• NVQ 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills or equivilant (including Dispensing units) or willing to work towards

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in hospital Pharmacy
• Customer Service
• Pharmacy labelling and strock control systems

Desirable

• Experience of using JAC

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Accurately dispense to set standards
• Good time management skills
• Ability to support and train others
• Ability to motivate self and others and demonstrate enthuasism for the position
• Ability to communicate routine information effectively using clear written and spoken English
• Ability to clearly and accurately complete routine documentation
• Ability to use basis IT including Word, E-mail etc
• Demonstrate effective customer service skills
• Familiar with Pharmacy procedures and workflow

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to motivate self and others
• Demonstrate enthuasism for the position
• Ability to work under pressure accurately and in a busy environment
• methodical with attention to detail

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Dispensary Services

• Accurately identify, select, label using JAC, dispense and distribute drugs (including controlled drugs & clinical trials) for in and out patients prescriptions according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) .
• Maintain high quality of data input of patient information into the pharmacy computer system in order to ensure excellent labelling standards for dispensed medications.
• Take part in counselling and in the provision of information on medicines to patients, doctors and other health care staff.
• Carry out reception duties, involving dealing with patients, relatives and handling prescription charges.
• Use the computer systems to track prescriptions. Ensure medication is dispensed to meet agreed delivery times and to minimize waiting times for patients.
• Deal with queries from patients and other hospital staff, referring complex issues to supervisor or line manager.
• Ensure that all medicines are stored according to environmental requirements (e.g. temperature) and to required security standards.
• Ensure stock levels of all products are accurate and support the appropriate ordering of stock through liaison with pharmacy purchasing and procurement office.
• Ensure medication is dispensed to meet agreed turnaround times and to minimise waiting times for patients
• Be a robot super user in order to troubleshoot complex problems and maintain efficient systems within the dispensing process.
• Check of prescriptions within the dispensary for accuracy, in line with departmental procedures.
• Dispense and check of clinical trials.
• Contribute to developing systems for service provision, which enhance the efficiency of the dispensary

Medicines Management

• Follow relevant procedures for Medicines Management in order to deliver the service in a safe and effective manner.
• Responsible for the provision of the Medicines Management service to designated ward areas, which involves working in clinical areas unsupervised.
• Obtain accurate medication histories for patients on admission by lasing with the patient and/ or primary care team in order to support decisions about continued care.
• Implement and maintain the Patients own medicines/ drug (PODs) scheme, for the designated areas (and self-administration where introduced) according to trust policies. This involves checking the suitability of patients own medicines, I.e. correct instructions on label, expiry date, re-labelling if necessary and gaining patient consent for using their own medication.
• Initiate supply of non-stock items for one stop dispensing i.e. ordering medication labelled ready for discharge when appropriate and to ensure a full prescription of at least 14 days of medication for inpatients (agreed appropriate quantities for other areas) is available in each patients bedside locker.
• Counsel patients in order to provide effective and appropriate advice to patients on medication use in order to ensure their understanding of their medication including benefits of their mediation and possible side effects. These may be patients with certain barriers e.g. hearing problems, language issues.
• Deal with queries and complex issues from patients and other hospital staff.
• Effectively contend with informal/ verbal complaints from wards staff or patients in the first instance before appropriate referral to line manager if necessary.
• Co-ordinate the discharge medication, bringing together Patients own medicines and newly dispensed items in advance of patient discharge and support the planning of patients discharge with respect to medication, including the transcription of requests for dispensing.
• Participate in and contribute to the development of the extension of the medicines management scheme across all wards in the hospital.

Supervisory and training responsibilities

• Training and supervision of new and rotational staff.
• Deputizing for section/team leaders or senior pharmacy technicians in their absence.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 or BTEC Pharmaceutical Sciences or an equivalent pharmacy technician qualification
• GPHC registration

Desirable

• ACPT qualification
• Medicines Management experience

Experience

Essential

• Able to work to standard operating procedures
• Patient Counselling

Desirable

• Hospital Experience
• Wellsky/ JAC pharmacy computer system experience

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Good written and oral communication skills
• ability to overcome barriers
• efficient and accurate worker
• good numeracy skills
• ability to work under pressure
• ability to follow procedures and policies
• ability to work under under supervision
• ability to supervise and participate in training of others
• good time management
• good team player and demonstrates reliability

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment below.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• BSc or Diploma in Occupational therapy/ Physiotherapy
• HPC registration
• Evidence of CPD and relevant post graduate courses

Desirable

• Membership of a specialist interest group relevant to clinical area

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as an autonomous qualified therapist in Neurology or stroke care
• Experience of working in an acute care setting
• Experience working as an autonomous qualified therapist in other relevant clinical areas e.g. respiratory, medicine, elderly care
• Experience working with people who have had a Stroke
• Evidence of close working with all members of the multidisciplinary team
• Experience of complex discharge planning in the NHS
• Experience of supervision and teaching of assistants, students and other members of MDT

Desirable

• Previous therapy experience in community stroke services

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates specialist knowledge of Neurological assessment and treatment skills
• Demonstrates clear understanding of the pressures of acute working in the NHS
• Demonstrates advanced clinical reasoning skills
• Able to self-evaluate and utilise opportunities to develop self
• Able to understand and adhere to the professional and legal responsibilities of the profession
• Evidence of ability to prioritise/effective time management
• Evidence of participation in research, audit policy / guideline development
• Evidence of participation in service development
• Demonstrates the use of professional communication strategies with patients, carers and members of the MDT and the ability to modify them appropriately.

Personal qualities

Essential

• Able to communicate, both written and orally, in a clear and logical manner
• Commitment to own development and learning
• Enthusiastic, innovative and personable
• Ability to use reflective practice as a tool for growth and development
• Awareness of own limitations
• Competent in IT and presentation skills

Desirable

• Evidence of other roles and responsibilities, e.g. committee membership, Chairing meetings

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex Hospital

Twickenham Road

London

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information on the key responsibilities and person requirements for this role.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Master's Degree in Pharmacy (MPharm)
• Certificate in Pharmacy Practice or equivalent experience
• Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

• Post graduate diploma in pharmacy practice
• Independent prescriber

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Good, broad clinical knowledge and ability to apply to a ward and dispensary setting
• Relevant post-graduate experience
• Some experience of providing training, mentorship and supervising staff
• Documented evidence of completed project work, audit and practice research
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
• Apply knowledge to practice
• Willing to take responsibility
• IT literacy including word processing, e-mail and use of the internet

Desirable

• Staff management
• Clinical pharmacy experience in an acute hospital setting

Skills, abilities, and atributes

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal & written
• Ability to convey information to patients who may be distressed or have barriers to understanding
• Good interpersonal skills. Confident and assertive when working with other professionals
• Ability to work quickly, calmly and accurately under pressure
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to work in a team
• Self-motivated & enthusiastic
• Able to embrace technology
• Flexible approach to working methods
• Expect to deal with members of the public and other health care workers in a professional manner
• Available for out of hours services

Desirable

• Ability to identify and prioritise 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.

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

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Central Middlesex Hospital

Acton Ln

London

NW10 7NS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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