Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy
• Registered as a Physiotherapist with The Health Professions Council or able to apply on graduation

Desirable

• CSP member
• Relevant Healthcare courses

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• An understanding of evidence based practice pertaining to Physiotherapy
• Awareness of national guidelines and standards relevant to Physiotherapy
• A broad range of undergraduate experience in all core specialities of Physiotherapy
• Experience of clinical practice in an NHS environment

Desirable

• Experience in managing limited resources and high workloads.
• Evidence of actively participating in in-service training and MDT groups

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Essential

• The ability to discuss clinical reasoning in the management of cases
• The ability to identify and act upon adverse clinical signs
• Able to communicate complex information to patients, carers, other health professionals and team
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Good time management skills with ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
• Ability to self-direct learning, be critical and evaluate own learning needs, demonstrated in a CPD portfolio
• Able to provide a high standard of clear concise, written and verbal reports in English
• Ability to manage own stress and work in a stressful and unpredictable environment

Desirable

• IT skills - ability to create and/or format data and/or complex spreadsheets using computerised systems
• Demonstrates excellent motivational skills

OTHER

Essential

• Self-motivated with a clear understanding of the role
• Demonstrate professional independence
• Work across sites in a flexible manner and adapt to changing environments
• Physically fit and able to comply with Trusts moving and handling guidelines, therapeutic handling
• Professional manner and appearance
• Available for on-call, weekend duties and altered working patterns here clinically appropriate

Desirable

• Car driver/owner

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Right to Work in the UK:This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
• Relevant training or experience in keyboard and word-processing and data entry

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Significant and recent clerical or administration experience
• Experience of working with computer appointments systems or similar software

Desirable

• Experience of windows based and Microsoft administration systems
• PAS/ICE/CRIS or similar hospital system experience

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Evidence of keyboard and word-processing skills
• Evidence of effective communication skills with all levels of staff and the general public
• An understanding of the importance of Information Governance and the requirement for this to be maintained at all times

Desirable

• Evidence of ability to respond quickly to changing priorities organising and prioritising own workload
• Evidence of ability to work on own initiative but also as part of a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• GCSE Grade 4/C (or equivalent) in English and Maths, or demonstrable literacy and numeracy through work experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience delivering excellent customer service in a customer-facing environment
• Experience undertaking administrative duties with accuracy and attention to detail

Desirable

• Experience working within recruitment, HR or workforce administration
• Experience supporting recruitment campaigns, events or attraction activities
• Experience using social media or digital communication channels in a professional setting
• Experience using Microsoft Office and electronic systems/databases

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively, meeting deadlines and responding to changing priorities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute positively to team objectives
• Ability to use initiative and work independently

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION S & TRAINING

Essential

• Degree or equivalent qualification or experience
• Project or programme management qualification or equivalent experience

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Good understanding of outcome-based transformation and quality improvement change methodologies
• Demonstrable experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environments
• Experience working in the NHS, Local Authority, or Voluntary sector
• Comprehensive knowledge of improvement and project management principles and methodologies
• Ability to train user in best practice use of project management systems
• Experience of managing, analysing and identifying opportunities from complex financial, activity and demand information
• Ability to manage a diverse workload and to meet set deadlines
• Experienced in the use of MS office - excellent Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Excellent communication skills with experience of delivering presentations, chairing meetings, and producing briefing documents for a senior audience.
• Highly organised - able to prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Numerate and able to analyse complex issues, data, and information where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources.
• Capable of explaining technical concepts in clear concise understandable terms to staff with different levels of understanding
• Understanding of the management of change and what is required to support cultural change.
• Ability to plan and organise a broad range of complex activities; and adjust plans or strategies to meet the needs of the Trust in a changing environment.
• Able to work independently and in a team orientated, collaborative environment
• Confident and an ability to motivate and inspire confidence in others

BUSINESS TRAVEL

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• You will need to plan and prioritise your own workload
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team of Ophthalmologists, Orthotists, Optometrists, Ophthalmic technicians, nurses, clerical staff and secretarial staff.
• Undertake correspondence with GPs and other colleagues.
• Deal with queries regarding appointments, internal referrals etc, that arise during the working day and to liaise with the senior Orthoptists to take the appropriate action.
• Check clinical area is safe for patients and staff and report any hazards to the manager in a timely manner.
• Participate in regular Orthoptic departmental meetings giving feedback from courses and conferences attended.
• To participate departmental audit and research where possible.
• To cover, as appropriate, for colleagues during periods of sick and annual leave.
• To report damage or functioning problems with equipment to manager in a timely manner.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• To possess an Orthoptic degree or diploma
• Evidence of CPD
• Registration with HCPC

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of paediatric Orthoptics and experience assessing and managing children with additional needs
• Adult orthoptics: be able to investigate diagnose and manage a range of ocular motility disorders
• Experience assessing and managing complex neurological conditions
• Experience of diagnosing patients with complex conditions
• Experience of working in a team and single handed
• Experience of teaching other healthcare professionals
• Experience of departmental audits (review of banding)

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will need to plan and prioritise your own workload. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team of Ophthalmologists, Orthoptists, Optometrists, medical photographers, ophthalmic technicians, nurses, clerical staff and secretarial staff. Undertake correspondence with GPs and other colleagues. Deal with queries regarding appointments, internal referrals etc. that arise during the working day and to liaise with the senior Orthoptists to take the appropriate action Check clinical area is safe for patients and staff and report any hazards to the manager in a timely manner. Participate in regular Orthoptic departmental meetings giving feedback from courses and conferences attended. To participate in departmental audit and research where possible. To cover, as appropriate, for colleagues during periods of sick and annual leave. To report damage or functioning problems with equipment to the manager in a timely fashion.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• To possess an Orthoptic degree or diploma
• Evidence of CPD
• Registration with HCPC

Desirable

• Evidence of further training courses and conferences attended

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of paediatric Orthoptics and experience assessing and managing children with additional needs
• Adult orthoptics: be able to investigate diagnose and manage a range of ocular motility disorders
• Experience assessing and managing complex neurological conditions
• Experience of diagnosing patients with complex conditions
• Experience of working in a team and single handed
• Experience of teaching other healthcare professionals
• Experience of departmental audits (review of banding)

Desirable

• Experience with teaching orthoptic students (review of banding)

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Desirable

• Education to GCSE level Grade C or above or its equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Desirable

• Evidence of working in a NHS environment
• Evidence of working in a team
• Evidence of working with IT and applying systems and processes
• Evidence of Health & Safety, COSHH and Infection Control Regulations

Skills & Abilities

Desirable

• Evidence of good communication skills
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
• Evidence of ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
• Competent to operate cleaning equipment
• Competent in following work schedules

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• To have a degree in registered nursing
• Registered with NMC
• Evidence of other relevant and recent CPD/ training.

Desirable

• Membership of relevant special interest group.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 year's post registration experience in the following areas: Significant and recent post registration experience in the following areas: General Medicine & Surgery, Orthopaedics, Elderly Care, A/E, Critical Care, Respiratory

Desirable

• Experience of working in the community
• Demonstrate an understanding of professional nursing issues and the 6 C's

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of ability to practice as competent autonomous practitioner.
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• To have a full UK driving licence
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
• Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements especially risk management

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Administer medications to patients, including intravenously
• Carry out clinical skills as required, including but not limited to; clinical observations, neurological observations, cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, bladder scans, female catheterisation, wound dressings
• Administer blood products
• Support NIC with patient flow by completing tasks in a timely fashion, and by transferring patients to wards/scans as requested
• Develop effective working relationships with MDT
• Participate in team huddles to ensure optimal communication
• Utilise clinical systems such as EPMA, vital pac, ICE, CareFlow
• Ensure thorough discharges are complete with appropriate safety netting
• Providing SBAR handovers to wards should patients require admission
• Must be able to communicate effectively and manage time
• May be required to support in ED if asked by the NIC

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Registered nurse (Adult)
• Evidence of CPD
• BLS / Immediate Life Support Training
• Intravenous Administration of medicines

Desirable

• Cannulation, venepuncture (or willingness to work towards)
• Administration of blood products
• Teaching and Mentoring competency (preferable)

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• 2 years post registration experience in an acute hospital setting
• Understanding of professional nursing values

Desirable

• Understanding of SDEC

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
• Understanding of confidentiality, information governance and the Caldicott principles
• Evidence of excellent communication skills across a range of personnels
• Evidence of ability to manage time effectively

Desirable

• Demonstrate an understanding of risk management

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Williams Avenue

Dorset County Hospital

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Registered Nurse qualification or equivalent with active registration
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• ILS Qualification
• Teaching qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of professional nursing issues or equivalent.

Desirable

• Post registration cardiology experience

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner.
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.
• Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively.
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality.
• Evidence of an area of special interest.

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements.
• Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills.
• Knowledge of clinical audit
• Evidence of critical appraisal 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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse/ODP
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Teaching qualification

Skills,Abilities & Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient day surgery practitioner
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors

Desirable

• Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively
• Understanding of clinical governance and ability to assist in establishing systems
• Evidence of an area of special interest
• Evidence of leadership skills
• Knowledge of clinical audit
• Evidence of critical appraisal skills

Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration experience at Band 5 in Day Surgery including nurse led discharge.
• Experience of change and expansion of service to support Day Surgery development and theatre efficiency project
• An understanding of theatre utilisation and best practice tariff targets
• A minimum of 2 years NHS experience

Desirable

• Understanding of professional Nursing/ODP issues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Practitioner.
• Evidence of CPD.

Desirable

• Teaching course/ qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Significant and recent experience as a staff nurse/ODP at band 5 in the NHS
• Recent experience of working in the NHS
• Minimum of 2 years NHS experience

Desirable

• Understanding of professional nursing issues.

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner.
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality.

Desirable

• Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively.
• Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements.
• Evidence of an area of special interest.
• Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills.
• Knowledge of clinical audit.
• Evidence of critical appraisal 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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Considerable post graduate experience in CT and MRI
• Evidence of continuing professional development and interest in a speciality area.
• Evidence of participation in clinical governance.
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary imaging team

Desirable

• Experience of supervising junior staff and students
• Evidence of participation in departmental audit

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration
• BSc diagnostic radiography

Desirable

• Post graduate training or extensive experience in a specialist field.

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of technical skills in MRI/CT
• Evidence of ability to communicate with patients, relatives and all levels of staff throughout the organisation.
• Understanding of legislation governing the practice in a radiology department.
• Ability to facilitate multi-disciplinary working.
• Ability to supervise and train undergraduate radiographers and Students.
• Ability to organise and manage the daily running of the cross-sectional department.

Desirable

• Ability to act as Deputy to the MRI/CT Lead in their absence
• Ability to participate in CPD training sessions by delivering training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, including English at Grade C or above
• RSA stage III word processing or equivalent

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of working with computer systems, to include Microsoft Office, in a working/academic environment

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Evidence of secretarial skills including excellent audio typing and minute taking skills
• Evidence of effective communication skills both written and oral
• Evidence of ability to respond quickly to changing priorities organising and prioritising own workload to meet deadlines
• Evidence of ability to work with minimal supervision
• Evidence of ability to exercise judgement when dealing with patient queries and to analyse and resolve problems
• Evidence of flexibility and ability to adapt to different areas of work
• An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained

Desirable

• Understanding of medical terms
• Ability to build and maintain good working relationships within a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us [email protected] you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• To have a Degree in Speech & Language Therapy recognised by RCSLT
• Registered with H.C.P.C
• Achieved dysphagia competencies to specialist level
• Valid driving licence
• Evidence of relevant CPD

Experience

Essential

• Experience in the management of complex communication/swallowing disorders.
• Have experience in carrying own caseload independently carrying out assessments & treatment.
• Experience of working with different conditions and aetiologies.
• Experience in developing & delivering training packages internally & externally to SALT & wider MDT
• Experience of supervising staff/students.
• Experience of working in a wide range of acute care settings including Emergency Care
• Experience of using/observing instrumental assessment in the management of dysphagia

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• To have an understanding of assessment, management and rehabilitation with complex dysphagia.
• Able to work as part of a specialised MDT
• Understanding of 'End of Life' pathway within the acute setting.
• Able to deliver complex and sensitive concepts in easily understood language to patients, carers and staff
• Able to participate in quality improvement projects including research and audit.
• Competent IT skills
• Have use of a car.

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

For full details of the Cardiographer role please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• General education to GCSE standard or equivalent, including English and Maths
• Society for Cardiological Science and Technology (SCST) Electrocardiogram (ECG) Certificate or willingness to undertake

Desirable

• Basic Life Support (BLS) or willingness to undertake in the first month in post
• Society for Cardiological Science and Technology (SCST) Electrocardiogram (ECG) Diploma or willingness to undertake

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Competent Experience or Knowledge of in recording ECG
• Recent & relevant experience in a patient-facing healthcare environment

Desirable

• An understanding the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained
• Proven Understanding of specialist healthcare science activities
• Experience of working computer software such as Microsoft Office, digital patient records systems etc. willingness to train in Cardiology digital Platform Solus
• Experience of working with staff at all levels
• Experience of communicating with patients of varying age, capacity and communication and understanding limitations.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of effective communication skills both written and oral
• Working knowledge of healthcare IT systems such as Digital Patient Records is desirable but full training will be provided.
• Excellent verbal and written and IT skills
• Good listening skills with an ability to present information in a logical manner

Desirable

• Continue developing practical skills and underpinning clinical knowledge.
• Evidence of ability to input patient data accurately and timely
• Positive and self-motivated to the development of new skills
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently and as part of a team
• Proven Understanding of specialist healthcare science activities
• Good time management with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate empathy when dealing with patients in distressing situations.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TR

Essential

• Registered nurse at degree level or working towards/or relevant experience
• Relevant specialty qualification/experience
• Evidence of CPD
• Teaching Qualification

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients & relatives
• Excellent time management
• Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements
• Evidence of an ability/ flexibility to lead team in absence of Senior Sister, and a willingness to develop relevant team management skills
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
• Evidence of an area of specialist interest

Desirable

• Evidence of critical appraisal skills

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate experience in working with acute elderly care.
• Understanding of professional nursing issues
• Knowledge of ageing processes and related mental / physical health problems
• Experience/ interest in patients with a diagnosis/potential diagnosis of Dementia and other illnesses affecting patient cognition

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for further information.

An interest in diabetes is desirable but training and development will be provided within the role.

Good communication skills; organisation skills and basic computer skills are required for this position.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Wilingness to work towards NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Healthcare or currently studying
• Interest in personal and professional development

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of working closely with the Diabetes team at DCH
• Experience and interest in Diabetes

Desirable

• Ability to work autonomously or with minimal supervision

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of good communication
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
• Evidence of ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
• Ability to demonstrate a good standard of IT skills

Desirable

• Must be able to perform manual blood pressures or willing to learn
• Ability to initiate emergency care in the Diabetes Centre should to need arise, specifically BLS and hypo management.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

• To maintain and develop pharmacy (electronic) systems that support the business of both DCH and DHC pharmacy departments and wider Trusts. Specifically:
• To provide professional oversight of the EPMA system and any subsequent upgrades to ensure patient safety
• To maintain the integrity and function of the pharmacy stock control (PSC) and CMM EPMA system, prescription tracking system (PTS) and Wi-Fi environmental monitoring systems (AeroScout) Pharmacy Systems
• To optimise the existing EPMA system by developing analytical tools to support patient care such as clinical prioritisation and performance dashboards
• To support the System-wide digital medicines strategy and the development of a single medication record for the system (including the transition to Healthset EHR as required)
• To supervise development and review of SOPs for the operation and use of Pharmacy Systems
• To ensure the security of Pharmacy Systems to ensure only appropriate users can access such systems and only at a level appropriate to their role
• To ensure business continuity plans are in place
• To ensure systems are in place to maintain data quality
• To ensure Information Governance rules are observed
• To ensure training for users of Pharmacy Systems is available as required
• To assess upgrades to ensure they are fit for purpose and/or deliver benefits for the business and implement them as appropriate
• To liaise and network with other systems users (especially in Dorset) to learn and share best practice
• To have oversight of data management and reporting
• Be an active member of any system user groups

Person Specification

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• GPhC registered professional
• MPharm degree or equivalent.

Desirable

• Clinical diploma higher pharmacy degree or equivalent
• Membership of the RPSGB

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• A minimum of two years' hospital Pharmacy experience at band 7 or above.
• Experience in supervising and managing pharmacists & pharmacy technicians and performing appraisals.
• Knowledge and experience of government health policies and legislation.
• Extensive knowledge & experience of EPMA systems
• Knowledge & experience of JAC pharmacy system
• Experience of project management on a Trust-wide basis.
• Experience of developing and delivering on CIP and QIPP projects
• Experience in risk management

Desirable

• Experience of managing digital systems
• Knowledge & experience of drug funding in NHS.

SKILLS & Application

Essential

• Critical appraisal skills.
• Influencing & negotiating skills to work with other senior managers within the Trust.
• Excellent communicator with good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with other members of the pharmacy management team.
• To be able to deal with conflict, especially when challenging prescribing.
• Ability to work with commissioners and resolve conflicts of interest.
• Ability to manage change effectively.
• Ability to be creative and inspirational in problem solving.
• Highly developed planning & organisational skills
• Clinical pharmacy skills & ability to resolve pharmaceutical care issues
• Highly developed physical skills to enable manipulation of fine tools or materials to assemble medicines

Desirable

• Excellent knowledge & understanding of disease states and their drug treatment.
• Articulate & confident.
• Effective presentation skills.
• Computer literate; able to use MS Word/Excel/Access/PowerPoint proficiently.
• Highly effective time management skills
• Knowledge of risk management in the NHS.
• Ability to write up and present project and audit work.

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Right to Work in the UK:This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Diploma-level study or equivalent experience in a data, IT or related field

Desirable

• Qualification or training in audit, quality or healthcare systems

Experience

Essential

• Experience of data collection, analysis or reporting
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience in healthcare, pathology or laboratory environment

Desirable

• Experience supporting audits or quality activities

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
• Ability to follow policies, procedures and SOPs
• Able to recognise when to seek advice or escalate issues
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to maintain concentration over prolonged periods

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient expert Stroke practitioner
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients & relatives
• Excellent time management abilities
• Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements
• Evidence of an ability/ flexibility to lead team in absence of Ward Sister and/or Stroke Outreach Lead
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
• Evidence of critical appraisal skills

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate experience in working with hyper acute and acute stroke / emergency medicine/ critical care within the UK.
• Understanding of professional nursing issues.
• In-depth knowledge of stroke and related ailments including the impact on psychological and mental and related mental health
• Experience/ interest in patients with a diagnosis/potential diagnosis of Stroke and other illnesses affecting patient cognition

Education, Qualification & Training

Essential

• Registered nurse at degree level
• Acute/ Stroke qualification/experience
• Evidence of CPD- ideally in relation to Stroke
• Teaching Qualification- Practice Assessor/Supervisor
• Leadership qualification

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Band 7 Paediatric Respiratory Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) will provide highly specialist nursing expertise, leadership, and clinical practice for children and young people (CYP) with Respiratory conditions across acute, outpatient, community, school and home settings.

The post holder will be responsible for delivering an integrated, equitable and evidence-based Respiratory service for CYP with disorders including, but not limited to, asthma, cystic fibrosis, tracheostomy, long-term ventilation and other complex respiratory conditions.

Working autonomously within an agreed scope of practice, the post holder will provide specialist clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and case management for a defined caseload, undertaking specialist Respiratory investigations including Spirometry and Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) testing. As an Independent Non-Medical Prescriber (where qualified), the post holder will utilise clinical decision-making skills to optimise patient outcomes and reduce delays in care.

The post holder will lead nurse-led Respiratory services, coordinate complex care pathways, provide specialist advice and education to patients, families and professionals, and act as a key resource across primary, secondary and community care settings. They will champion the delivery of national Respiratory priorities including the NHS Long Term Plan, Core20PLUS5 programme and the National Paediatric Asthma Bundle.

The post holder will provide visible clinical leadership across the Respiratory pathway, lead service improvement initiatives, contribute to strategic service development, and support workforce education to improve Respiratory outcomes and reduce health inequalities for children and young people across Dorset.

Please see full job description and person specification for further details.

Person Specification

Education & Qualification

Essential

• Registered Children's Nurse (NMC)
• Degree level qualification in nursing or equivalent experience
• Post registration specialist training in paediatric respiratory care (e.g., asthma, CF, LTV) or willing to undertake
• Independent Non Medical Prescribing (V300) or willingness to complete

Desirable

• Teaching/mentorship qualification
• Leadership or QI training (e.g., QI methodology, coaching)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration experience in Paediatric Respiratory care across either acute and/or community settings
• Experience managing a specialist caseload and working autonomously
• Experience providing education and training to staff, families, or external partners
• Experience working with high risk groups and addressing health inequalities
• Experience in service development, pathway redesign, or QI projects
• Experience working with multidisciplinary and multi agency teams
• Understanding of Core20PLUS5, population health, and health inequality drivers
• Experience delivering or supporting the Paediatric Asthma Bundle of Care
• Experience in audit, data interpretation, and evidence-based practice
• Knowledge of QI methodology, audit cycles, and governance processes
• Knowledge of safeguarding, MCA, DOLS
• In-depth knowledge of paediatric respiratory conditions including asthma, CF, bronchiectasis, tracheostomy, long-term ventilation
• Detailed understanding of the Paediatric Asthma Bundle, NICE guidance

Desirable

• Understanding of transition pathways to adult services
• Experience in non-medical prescribing
• Experience in research, evaluation, or innovation projects

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Strong clinical assessment and decision making skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication skills, including ability to adapt to diverse families and communities
• Ability to deliver high quality teaching and training
• Strong leadership, influencing, and change management skills
• Ability to run independent nurse-led clinics
• Competence in non-medical prescribing or willingness to develop
• Ability to interpret investigations and escalate appropriately
• Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and implement improvements
• Ability to work across organisational boundaries and lead system-wide initiatives
• Commitment to reducing health inequalities and improving outcomes for high-risk CYP
• Compassionate, family-centred approach to care
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• Ability to role-model Trust values and professional standards

Desirable

• Commitment to co-production with CYP and families

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Children's Centre

Damers Road

Dorchester

DT1 2DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent

Desirable

• Level 3 NVQ in Administration or equivalent

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Clerical Experience within the last 3 years
• Experience of working with computer systems to include Microsoft Office in a working environment
• Experience of setting up and maintaining systems

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare related setting in the last 3 years

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Evidence of keyboard skills
• Evidence of ability to work on own initiative but also as part of a team
• Evidence of effective communication skills with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Evidence of ability to work within specified standards and timescales
• Knowledge of PAS system and Booked Admissions or other database systems
• An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained
• Evidence of ability to respond quickly to changing priorities organising and prioritising own workload to meet deadlines
• Evidence of ability to drive a team
• Evidence of ability to share knowledge & skills with new members of the team and provide support on a day to day basis

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

JOB PURPOSEThe post holder will:-Work as part of the ward team, to provide a smooth clerical and administrative service to the ward,in line with Trust policies and procedures.- Be responsible for the effective and efficient management of patient records as per trust policy Ensure that all data entries are made in a timely manner and by doing so, contribute to the Truststargets, whether mandatory or local.-Assist and support the team to ensure the delivery of a high quality service, requiring the use ofgood clerical, communication and interpersonal skills.-Offer a friendly, polite and personal point of contact for all patients, their families and members ofthe public.-Be flexible and adaptive in a changeable working environment where changing work plans require daily monitoring of required patient notes and the need to obtain different patient notes at shortnotice.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications, and training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent

Desirable

• level 3 NVQ in Administration

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience within a clerical capacity in Health care setting

skills, abilities and knowledge

Essential

• experience of working with computer systems
• evidence of ability to communicate with all levels of staff and members of the general public
• evidence of ability to respond to quickly changing priorities and organising and prioritising own workload to meet deadlines
• Clerical experience within the last 3 years
• evidence of ability to work on own initiative but also part of a team
• evidence of ability to share knowledge and skills with new members of the team and provide support on a daily basis
• An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained

Desirable

• knowledge of PAS system, booked admissions or other database system

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• General education to GCSE standard or equivalent, including English and Maths

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Relevant and recent experience in an office environment in a clerical/admin capacity
• Experience of dealing with in person and telephone enquiries.
• Understanding of Confidentiality

Desirable

• Previous experience in a Healthcare environment
• Previous computer experience, including Microsoft Office package

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Competent keyboard skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work without supervision
• Ability to work as part of a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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