Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the detailed Job Description attached

Performance of clinical ultrasound duties as delegated by the Ultrasound Manager in charge of the Ultrasound Department.

Maintenance of a high standard of all aspects of ultrasonography.Issuing of diagnostic ultrasound reports according to protocol.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritise
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to manage change
• Ability to train/mentor staff
• Works on own initiative
• Ability to meet deadlines

Desirable

• IT skills. Word processing, E.Mail and spread sheets

Other

Essential

• Good time management
• Works as a team player
• Approachable
• Diplomatic
• Demonstrate commitment to task

Experience

Essential

• Supervision of ultrasound students

Desirable

• Research experience
• Audit experience

Qualifications

Essential

• DCR or Degree in Radiography
• PGD in ultrasound or equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool University Hospital Trusts (Cross site)

Lower lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful applicants will carry out senior duties in a number of areas including:

Chemotherapy Service assisting with providing a cytotoxic reconstitution service.

Parenteral Nutrition Service assisting with the production of adult and neonatal products.

Intravenous Additive Service to offer an extensive range of products for both internal patients and external customers.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience working in a pharmacy environment
• Experience of working in a team
• Experience of dispensing prescriptions or preparation or aseptic products

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Services or Level 2 Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent

Desirable

• Willingness to complete NVQ 3 in Pharmacy Services, Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent,

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of procedures for own pharmacy area - on the job training, experience to NVQ3 or equivalent level
• Knowledge of stock control systems and storage of medication

Desirable

• Knowledge of hospital pharmacy supply and discharge planning
• Able to relate to all grades of staff within a multidisciplinary team

Skills

Essential

• Clear and accurate written communication skills
• Ability to use different IT applications
• Methodical with attention to detail
• Ability to train 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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool University Hospital

Prescot Street

Liverpool

L7 8XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Plan and co-ordinate and supervise less experienced staff working in the dispensary service to ensure that medicines are dispensed in an accurate and timely manner including unlicensed medicines and cytotoxics.

Accuracy check prescriptions.

Ensure the training and development needs of all staff working in the dispensary are fulfilled, for example, student technicians, support workers, rotational pharmacists, pre-registration pharmacists and technicians, in line with pre-defined training programmes.

Ensure that adequate stocks of medicines are maintained and be responsible for the completion of the daily stock reconciliation process solving any problems identified, including correction and financial amendment.

Undertakes basic work-based assessments e.g. pregnancy risk assessments.

Support the deputy team lead dispensary services to organise, co-ordinate and amend the daily rotas for the dispensary services to ensure all tasks are covered.

Co-ordinate the day-to-day supervision of the dispensary whilst acting as a role model, demonstrating and promoting the standards of care expected and creating energy and enthusiasm for service improvement.

Undertake line management responsibility for staff absence and support the deputy team lead dispensary services to manage affected rotas.

Undertake line management responsibility, within designated area, for staff appraisal, personal development, mandatory training compliance and any other related management tasks.

Participate in the development, review and implementation of SOPs in consultation with the Team Leader and Deputy Team Leader - Dispensary Services.

Make judgements and decisions in the absence of a more senior member of staff within the limits compatible with technician training.

Support quality improvement and implementation of new ways of working.

Ensure correct handling of the various prescriptions into the pharmacy dispensary and make judgements on how to prioritise workload when urgent requests are made, liaising with appropriate personnel when necessary, using tact and diplomacy.

Give advice and answer straight forward medication queries from patients/customers and other healthcare professionals, referring matters requiring further advice to the Team Leader and deputy team leader - Dispensary Services or relevant Pharmacists.

Analyse and give daily feedback to dispensary staff on performance against key performance indicators using data from the prescription tracker system and Wellsky.

Ensure all necessary paperwork and information is completed and stored appropriately in accordance with departmental SOPs.

Implement and propose changes required to the dispensary service as directed by the line manager.

Ensure the dispensary is kept clean and tidy and ensuring compliance with Health and Safety at work regulations, escalating when necessary.

Liaise and provide support for the Senior Technical Service Leads and Team Leaders as required

Ensure that an environment is created where staff feel valued and are provided with genuine opportunities for their development.

Supervise and participate in the training of all staff working in the pharmacy dispensary including assessing competence and signing off training packs.

Act as a mentor for technical staff undertaking accuracy checking qualification.

Be responsible for own CPD.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services/BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council of Great Britain
• Accuracy Checking Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable expertise as a qualified Pharmacy Technician
• Significant experience of working in a hospital pharmacy
• Experience of education and training of pharmacy staff
• Participated in service audit
• Experience of pharmacy labelling and stock control systems

Desirable

• Working effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of supervising staff
• Experience of using Wellsky stock control system
• Working with automated dispensing systems

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to work alone and be a good team player
• Ability to motivate self and others
• Understanding of maintaining a live, stock control system
• Knowledge of medicines management and relevant legislation and policies

Skills

Essential

• Leadership skills
• Organisation and prioritisation skills
• Excellent oral communication skills
• Word processing, spreadsheets, email, accurate data entry 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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree Hospital

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

1)To provide a clinical technical service to the POD wards, including the taking of comprehensive medication histories and to provide a cost-effective one-stop dispensing service involving accuracy checking patients own drugs and assessing their suitability for reuse.

2) To provide a cost-effective one-stop dispensing service to wards, involving accuracy checking patients own drugs and assessing their suitability for use, arranging re-supplies of patients drugs, liaising with G.P.s, nursing homes and ward staff, assessing patient concordance and providing counselling and education where necessary.

3)To provide a topping up service on wards for individual patient drug supplies under the direction of the Dispensary Manager or Senior Technicians and in accordance with procedures.

4) To support the clinical pharmacists on POD wards in the provision of complete pharmaceutical care for patients.

5) To liaise with GPs, nursing homes, doctors, ward staff and other healthcare professionals to provide complete pharmaceutical care for patients.

6) To interpret medical notes and test results, identify pharmaceutical and clinical problems and refer to the appropriate medical staff or clinical pharmacist.

7) To counsel and educate patients and carers on the correct use of their medication and assess their understanding of the medicines prescribed.

8) To assess patient concordance, identify patients requiring compliance aids and arrange provision of the necessary aids in both primary and secondary care.

9) To facilitate patient discharges to ensure timely and effective discharge supplies of medication are available for individual patients

10) To perform a final accuracy check on prescriptions and orders which have previously been clinically checked by a pharmacist and in accordance with Trust procedures, and ensure dispensing errors are corrected by the appropriate member of staff.

11) To develop, implement and manage a training package for technical staff in the systems used on POD wards and to assess, train and supervise other technical staff in the systems used on POD wards to ensure optimal and continuous service, adherence to procedures and safe systems of work and expansion of systems to other areas of the Trust.

12) To consult with ward managers and train nursing staff in the systems used on POD wards and provide pharmaceutical information and advice, and be prepared to give lectures on pharmaceutical topics to other healthcare professionals and patients where appropriate.

13) To carry out audit projects independently and in conjunction with other pharmacy staff to improve and develop service provision and to contribute to the review of existing systems and implementation of new procedural guidelines.

14) To co-ordinate and participate in the provision of a patient counselling course for technical staff and to assist with the education and training of all members of staff, other healthcare professionals and patients.

15) To participate in personal development review and appraise and perform personal development reviews on other staff members.

16) To assist in the provision of directorate financial information and analysis and the implementation of directorate service quality and cost improvement initiatives.

17) To attend any meetings relevant to the role and appropriate training courses for technicians, to encourage other staff to undertake further training and to

participate in such training schemes necessary to keep relevant pharmaceutical and clinical technical knowledge up to date.

18) To advice nursing staff on the correct storage of goods supplied by the pharmacy with regard to security and stability.

19) To contribute to the recording and reporting of clinical and non-clinical incidents.

20) To liaise and provide support for the Senior Technician Team in the management of ward service activities.

21) To act as a role model for student technicians and other members of technical and support staff and provide mentoring, assessing, induction and training of student technicians, pre-registration pharmacists, dispensing assistants and any other relevant members of the pharmacy team

22) To undertake Continuing Professional Development in order to keep pharmaceutical knowledge current, ensure best practice and comply with requirements for entry on the pharmacy technician register.

23) To carry out dispensing of prescriptions, including extemporaneous prescriptions, unlicensed drugs, controlled drugs, and in-patient and outpatient prescription in accordance with the agreed safe systems of work practice.

24) To co-operate in staff rotation within the pharmacy departments of the Trust including all dispensaries, the aseptic department and out patients and to participate in Saturday, Sunday, Bank holiday and late night duties as is considered appropriate by the Chief Pharmacist or other senior manager.

25) To observe the recommendations contained in the Guide to Good Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Practice and its supplements and to assist in ensuring that work carried out in the department is in accordance with these and any other recommendations which may be issued from time to time by the Department of Health or Medicines Inspectorate.

26) To observe the regulations in respect of the Health and Safety at Work Act and Data Protection Act.

27) To co-operate in the operation and development of computerised systems of stock control and medical speciality costing and to assist in maintaining reasonable stock levels, in accordance with the policies that are in force.

28) To assist in maintaining reasonable stock levels, in accordance with the policies that are in force, in the section of the pharmacy in which (s)he is currently employed and to assist in ensuring correct storage and turnover of stock to maintain quality and potency.

29) To answer telephone and face to face queries of a routine or technical nature from a wide range of staff groups, either in the pharmacy or on the ward, and refer appropriate queries to the relevant member of the pharmacy team when necessary.

30) To liaise with various members of the pharmacy team and ward staff when solving supply problems and ensuring the best service to patients.

To participate in pharmacy and ward based stock audits under the direction of the Senior Technicians.

32) To assist in the receipt and issue of goods in pharmacy and to check delivery notes and invoices if required.

33) To participate in pharmacy objectives set by the Trust, the National Patient Safety Agency, the Commission for Healthcare Audit and Inspection, the Department of Health (including the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulation Agency) and others to meet clinical governance targets, develop patient care, improve clinical outcomes and ensure compliance with all standards expected for hospital pharmacy services and interface between primary and secondary care.

34) To provide accurate record keeping of controlled drugs kept in pharmacy including supplies to wards and departments, orders received into the pharmacy and regular audits of the accuracy of computer and paper records.

35) To dispense clinical trials in accordance with the dispensing protocol, ICH GCP guidelines and European Directive under the direction of the clinical trials technician/pharmacist.

36) To undertake special dispensing and manufacturing involving the use of aseptic techniques to a suitable standard in preparation of sterile products in accordance with aseptic procedures and under the direction of the Aseptic Services Manager.

37) To undertake cytotoxic reconstitution and dispensing in accordance with the recommendations contained in the Aseptic Production Manual and in accordance with the criteria set out under COSHH regulations and Regional and National standards.

38) To support equality and diversity.

39) To undertake any other related duties, which may be required

Please refer to the detailed Job Description attached

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Attention to detail and work accurately
• Ability to thrive in a changing environment
• Flexible

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good customer service skills
• Ability to work on own initiative, as part of a team
• Computer literate
• Smart and clean appearance
• Pleasant and helpful attitude
• Good time management skills

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience with the Electronic Medicines Management systems, including file maintenance, standard and ad-hoc reporting
• Demonstrate Dispensing Experience
• Demonstrable post qualification hospital pharmacy experience

Desirable

• Patient Counselling
• Experience of working on wards

Qualifications

Essential

• Accredited Technical Accuracy Checking Qualification
• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services and BTEC Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences with appropriate underpinning knowledge
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Knowledge

Essential

• Commitment to Continuing Processional Development
• Ability to train staff
• Ability to understand role and service priorities

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L97AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

1. Dispense and issue medicines from the Pharmacy Department including extemporaneously prepared products, controlled drugs, unlicensed medicines and clinical trials, in accordance with the policies, procedures and safe systems of work, which prevail in the department at the time.2. Order and supply pharmaceuticals as part of the ward stock top-up service.3. Using judgements within boundaries of own remit and training, interpret reports accurately to identify the correct supply of medicines and quantities.4. Provide an effective medicine supply service to wards/departments and patients.5. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure that patients have access to the correct medicines at the right time and that they are involved in decision making.6. Receive medicines into the Pharmacy Department and ensure that documentation and computer entry is carried out in a timely and accurate manner.7. Ensure that all pharmaceutical preparations are stored appropriately.8. Ensure patients own medicines are brought into hospital through direct discussion with patient/relatives/carers.9. Providing information to patients on their medicines supplies within remit.10. Ensuring patients have adequate supply of medicines and reordering as necessary.11. Liaising with discharge facilitators and multidisciplinary teams to identify patients requiring medicines for discharge.12. Preparing medicines for discharge and dispensing items where applicable.13. Acting as a point of contact for basic pharmacy related queries from other staff including nurses and multidisciplinary teams.14. Interpret pharmacy portal reports and prepare daily handover for pharmacy ward teams.15. Review antibiotic reports and order stocks as required through the pharmacy portal system.16. Review controlled drugs report and identify order requirements and liaise with nursing staff to ensure they are ordered.17. Review percentage report, check for transferred medicines, delete duplicate orders and reorder previously supplied medicines if required through the pharmacy portal system.18. Ensure that all unused medicines (if appropriate) returned to the pharmacy are recycled in accordance with the safe systems of work and always participate in the safe disposal of medicines in accordance with departmental procedures.19. Ensures the maintenance and review of ward stocks, liaising with departmental managers, directorate pharmacists, medicines management technicians and the stores and distribution team.20. Participate in the development and project work in line with the objectives of the Trust and Pharmacy Directorate.21. Check picked stock items to ensure accuracy of medicines supplies on top-up.22. Train, supervise, and assess pharmacy assistants.23. Deliver training to pharmacy assistants and other staff as they rotate through areas of practice.24. Deal with ad hoc stock requests as they arise (by telephone or portal) from wards/departments and outside clinics. These may be urgent and will need to be prioritised appropriately.25. Supply emergency orders.26. Support pharmacy assistants with NVQ level 2 training where appropriate.27. Prioritise work so that services meet their objectives.28. Together with other members of staff ensure that procedures are carried out in accordance with current legislation and regulations in respect of the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH and that other pertinent recommendations and standards are complied with.29. Participate and co-operate in weekend, Bank Holiday, Statuary Holiday, early morning, and evening services as per departmental arrangements.30. Undertake other reasonable duties appropriate with this role as required. This may be subject to change to meet the needs of our patients.31. Work across sites where required.32. The post holder will be expected to adapt to changes that may occur, which may affect the current practices within the Pharmacy Department, such as the introduction of new equipment, procedures, policies, and hours of working.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of procedures for own pharmacy area - on the job training, experience to NVQ3 or equivalent level
• Knowledge of stock control systems and storage of medication

Desirable

• Knowledge of hospital pharmacy supply and discharge planning
• Able to relate to all grades of staff within multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 2 in pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience working in a pharmacy environment
• Experience of working in a team
• Experience of dispensing prescriptions OR the preparation of aseptic products

Skills

Essential

• Clear and accurate written communication skills
• Ability to use different IT applications
• Methodical with attention to detail
• Ability to train 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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree Hospital

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake Occupational Therapy assessment, clinically diagnose, implement treatment plans and evaluate care delivery according to health care needs for routine patients.

To undertake Occupational Therapy assessment, clinically diagnose, implement treatment plans and evaluate care delivery according to health care needs for complex patients with the support of the Senior Therapists within the team.

To participate in Clinical Specialist led clinics as required per rotation.

To participate in Occupational Therapy rotations as part of the Staff grade rotation programme.

To liaise regularly with senior colleagues regarding management of caseload, treatment progression and on-going care.

To take part in acute intervention weekend working (optional).

To participate in multi-disciplinary working and take an active part in MDT meetings.

To participate in teaching and advice giving sessions with patients, carers and other Health Care Professionals to ensure best provision of patient care.

To ensure effective communication with patients, carers and all Health Care Professionalsabout all aspects of patient care. This will include patients who will have difficulties in understanding and communication.

To carry out home assessments within the patients usual place of residence. Liaising with family, carers, multidisciplinary team and support teams within the community.

To make recommendations based on Occupational Therapy clinical reasoning, problem solving and risk assessment in order to maintain the patients functional abilities and quality of life within the community.

To liaise with statutory and voluntary agencies regarding social Care and housing, to provide equipment, recommend and arrange home adaptations to support independent living skills. To complete necessary documentation required by statutory and voluntary agencies.To plan, manage and evaluate aspects of own work as agreed with Senior staff and Managers.

To maintain accurate and timely records of patients treated by self, in order that relevant workload information is available to Therapy Managers at all times.

To identify changes in own workload, which may affect the running of the service, and inform Senior Therapist prior to any action taken.

* The post holder shall as necessary provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues.

* The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation.To comply with the Health & Safety Policies of the Trust including attendance at mandatory training sessions as specified by the Trust.

To comply with departmental and organisational policies and procedures.

Ensure all accidents, incidents and hazards are reported and dealt with according to Trust requirements.

To comply with the College of Occupational Therapy standards and rules of professional conduct.

To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Trust and Departmental Standards of Practice.

To ensure treatments offered to patients are based on best available clinical evidence.

To comply with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott recommendations.

To participate in Clinical Audit as appropriate in each speciality area under the supervision of a Senior Therapist.

To gain valid informed consent in line with Trust and departmental policy.

To identify clinical risk within own patient case-load and liaise with Senior Therapist for appropriate support.

To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through CPD activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.

Assist with the induction and training of new staff and students assigned to the team.

To actively participate in the In-Service training programmes.

To attend relevant training courses as identified and agreed with Senior staff and Managers during staff appraisal sessions.

To disseminate information from training sessions as required.

To undertake regular training and mentoring sessions with Senior staff to monitor and develop clinical and professional skills.

See Job Description for further details.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of relevant legislation
• Knowledge and application of current best practice in Occupational Therapy
• Understanding of professional ethics and application in practice

Other

Essential

• Ability to build effective working relationships
• Motivation and proactive approach to CPD
• Willingness to work flexibly
• Ability to seek and use supervision appropriately
• Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance

Skills

Essential

• Good clinical, planning and evaluation skills
• Ability to manage own caseload
• Good Time management skills
• Effective communication skills

Desirable

• I.T. Skills

Experience

Essential

• NHS Experience (undergraduate or postgraduate) in a wide range of specialities including rehabilitation, acute medicine and musculoskeletal
• Experience of functional assessment techniques and activity analysis
• Documented evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Member of a Special Interest Group

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

LUHFT

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the detailed job description and main responsibilities for this vacancy within the job description attached

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Supportive of colleagues and patients

Qualifications

Essential

• Demonstrates a willingness & capability to undertake NVQ level 3

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in hospital setting working at NVQ level 2

Knowledge

Essential

• Reputation for high standard of patient care

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting
• Basic Computer Skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

RLUH

ED, Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsible for emergency calls and keeping associated records, Cardiac Arrest, Fire, Bomb, Major Incident

Operating internal and external paging systems for on-call staff and keeping associated records.

Operating alarm systems and keeping associated records.

Reception and general clerical duties

Updating patient information

Re-booking patient appointments

Patient search/enquiries

Booking transportation

Reporting telephone faults to the Communications Supervisor

Operating the taxi system and keeping associated records.

Responsible for maintaining a clean and tidy work station.

Other appropriate duties as allocated by the supervisor/manager.

Where staff absences or lateness for work would cause the switchboard to be unmanned it is the requirement that the Telephonist on duty remains to cover the switchboard until relief is available.

In the event of an emergency it may be necessary to require staff to remain on duty to provide sufficient cover on the switchboard to handle the emergency.

Staff may be requested from time to time to work over and above those hours within their contract to help cover absences of other members of staff.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 in customer service or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience as a Telephonist/call centre staff /helpdesk staff
• Excellent IT skills with knowledge and experience of Microsoft products
• Able to work under pressure in a sensitive environment
• Be able to make decisions

Desirable

• NHS experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision
• Manage/prioritise own work load

Desirable

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Hospital knowledge and experience

Skills

Essential

• Computer and keyboard skills
• Clear verbal communication skills
• Excellent listening skills/ability to interpret requirements
• Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel
• To have an organised and systematic approach to tasks
• Able to work under pressure
• Ability to use phone/headphones and keyboard simultaneously

Other

Essential

• Work well using own initiative and within a team
• Able to cover any duty including early & late shifts/weekends/bank holidays/nights and also emergency cover

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Heart and chest hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L14 3PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Ensuring the rotas are covered. Allocation of work to catering assistants. Liaise with management to ensure there is a continuation of service in the event of major staff shortages. Priorities urgent requests. Authorise overtime within the allocated budget.
2. Training of staff in basic job skills under the direction of Management.
3. Training of health and safety, including cascade training and the monthly toolbox training. Ensuring that the staff are complaint with the mandatory training including COSHH. Making arrangements for staff to attend training.
4. Tool box training. Ensure that staff are trained in the Toolbox training. Record the information on the appropriate documents on the computer. Get involved with the development of tool box training sheets.
5. Carry out staff appraisals
6. Cooperates on matters of health and safety and ensures that all staff comply with current Health and safety practices.
7. Ensuring all staff carry out their duties to the required standard as determined by Management. Identify and resolve staff performance problems. Highlight issues with management.
8. Under the direction of management, authority to give informal disciplinary warnings.
9. Report any issues with staff that do not comply with Aintree values.
10. Maintaining Trust standards of hygiene at all times, including personal cleanliness, working practices and food handling practices. Ensure that the unit complies with the departments HACCP policy and ensures that the necessary documentation is completed.
11. Basic food preparation. Ensuring that food presentation and portion control is of the required standard at all times.
12. Handling customer complaints in conjunction with Management. Completing all the relevant documentation
13. Visit patients to discuss complaints, special diets and comments. Feed back to head chef/management
14. Carry out ward visits as per the HACCP policy. Talking to nursing staff and patients.
15. Develop the department, implementing changes and make proposals for changes in working practices.
16. Reporting any structural and mechanical defects, and the need for repair.
17. Supervision and instruction of the cleanliness of their allocated are and associated equipment and materials.
18. Promoting the sales of goods within the retail outlets
19. Ensuring that Audit procedures are adhered to within the department through all catering areas in hospital also admin duties needed.
20. Responsible for the stock and stock control within your designated area Highlighting potential problems to management .
21. Everyone employed by the company is required by Sections 7 and 8 of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HASAWA) to take reasonable care for the safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work; and not to interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of health, safety and welfare.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate
• ILM certificate NVQ 3 in catering subject/equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Previous catering experience at a supervisory level
• Previous Industrial Catering experience

Knowledge

Essential

• A general understanding of why food hygiene is important
• Health and safety basic knowledge
• Knowledge of Cash handling and till systems E

Skills

Essential

• Excellent Communication skills
• Basic data inputting either manually or using a computer/tablet
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent organisation skills

Other

Essential

• Willingness to work flexibly and at other sites when required
• Ability and willingness to undertake further training as necessary

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broadgreen Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L14 3LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Work as directed by catering supervisors in accordance with local procedures.

Use of equipment and machinery and cleaning materials as required.

Use of industrial catering equipment

Taking and recording of food temperatures as directed, report temperature failures.

Compliance with food hygiene and Health and Safety regulations

Please refer to the attached job description for full details

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous catering experience

Desirable

• Previous Industrial Catering experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, Dishwashing or pan washing machinery

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of the importance of good food hygiene
• Health and safety basic knowledge
• Numeracy and literacy skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent

Desirable

• Food/Hygiene certificate

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree site

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Although the jobs are primarily based in the unit advertised, you may be required to work anywhere within the catering department depending on the needs of the service. This could include the Royal site & Broadgreen. This could also include working in the patients kitchen.

IT skills are required for all positions as the Trust does mandatory training and yearly appraisals online.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 food hygiene certificate Food Hygiene Certificate

Desirable

• Food/Hygience certificate

Experience

Essential

• Previous catering experience

Desirable

• Previous Industrial Catering experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, Dishwashing or pan washing machinery

Knowledge

Essential

• Numeracy and literacy skills
• Knowledge of Health & Safety
• Understanding of the importance of good food hygiene

Desirable

• Barista training
• Knowledge of cash till systems

Skills

Essential

• Communication skills
• Data inputting
• Team working skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree site

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Work as directed by catering supervisors in accordance with local procedures.

Use of equipment and machinery and cleaning materials as required.

Use of industrial catering equipment

Taking and recording of food temperatures as directed, report temperature failures.

Compliance with food hygiene and Health and Safety regulations

Please refer to the attached job description for full details

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous catering experience

Desirable

• Previous Industrial Catering experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, Dishwashing or pan washing machinery

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of the importance of good food hygiene
• Health and safety basic knowledge
• Numeracy and literacy skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent

Desirable

• Food/Hygiene certificate level 3

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree site

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Work as directed by catering supervisors in accordance with local procedures.

Assist with basic food preparation and cooking.

Use of equipment and machinery and cleaning materials as required.

Use of industrial catering equipment

Taking and recording of food temperatures as directed, report temperature failures.

Compliance with food hygiene and Health and Safety regulations

Please refer to the attached job description for full details

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous catering experience

Desirable

• Previous Industrial Catering experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, Dishwashing or pan washing machinery

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of the importance of good food hygiene
• Health and safety basic knowledge
• Numeracy and literacy skills

Desirable

• Barista training
• Knowledge of cash till systems

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent

Desirable

• Food/Hygiene certificate

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Womens Hospital

Crown street

Liverpool

L8 7SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Although the jobs are primarily based in the unit advertised, you may be required to work anywhere within the catering department depending on the needs of the service. This could include the Royal site & Broadgreen. This could also include working in the patients kitchen.

IT skills are required for all positions as the Trust does mandatory training and yearly appraisals online.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Communication skills
• Data inputting
• Team working skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the importance of good food hygiene
• Knowledge of Health & Safety
• Numeracy and literacy skills

Desirable

• Barista training
• Knowledge of cash till systems

Experience

Essential

• Previous catering experience

Desirable

• Previous Industrial Catering experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, Dishwashing or pan washing machinery

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent

Desirable

• Food/Hygiene certificate

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Although the jobs are primarily based in the unit advertised, you may be required to work anywhere within the catering department depending on the needs of the service. This could include the Royal site & Broadgreen. This could also include working in the patients kitchen.

IT skills are required for all positions as the Trust does mandatory training and yearly appraisals online.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Communication skills
• Data inputting
• Team working skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the importance of good food hygiene
• Knowledge of Health & Safety
• Numeracy and literacy skills

Desirable

• Barista training
• Knowledge of cash till systems

Experience

Essential

• Previous catering experience

Desirable

• Previous Industrial Catering experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, Dishwashing or pan washing machinery

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent

Desirable

• Food/Hygiene certificate

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Although the jobs are primarily based in the unit advertised, you may be required to work anywhere within the catering department depending on the needs of the service. This could include the Royal site & Broadgreen. This could also include working in the patients kitchen.

IT skills are required for all positions as the Trust does mandatory training and yearly appraisals online.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 food hygiene certificate Food Hygiene Certificate

Desirable

• Food/Hygience certificate

Experience

Essential

• Previous catering experience

Desirable

• Previous Industrial Catering experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, Dishwashing or pan washing machinery

Knowledge

Essential

• Numeracy and literacy skills
• Knowledge of Health & Safety
• Understanding of the importance of good food hygiene

Desirable

• Barista training
• Knowledge of cash till systems

Skills

Essential

• Communication skills
• Data inputting
• Team working skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree site

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Although the jobs are primarily based in the unit advertised, you may be required to work anywhere within the catering department depending on the needs of the service. This could include the Royal site & Broadgreen. This could also include working in the patients kitchen.

IT skills are required for all positions as the Trust does mandatory training and yearly appraisals online.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 food hygiene certificate Food Hygiene Certificate

Desirable

• Food/Hygience certificate

Experience

Essential

• Previous catering experience

Desirable

• Previous Industrial Catering experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, Dishwashing or pan washing machinery

Knowledge

Essential

• Numeracy and literacy skills
• Knowledge of Health & Safety
• Understanding of the importance of good food hygiene

Desirable

• Barista training
• Knowledge of cash till systems

Skills

Essential

• Communication skills
• Data inputting
• Team working skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree site

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Personally give care to individuals, under the guidance of the team leader, based on agreed Policies, Guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures, adhering to the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority Code of Practice.

Assist with the clinical management of the department, maintaining high standards of nursing practice and promoting the philosophy of patient centred care. Ensuring effective communication is maintained at all times.

Manage time and resources efficiently, achieving good communication.

Use every reasonable opportunity to maintain and develop your knowledge and competence of Fertility nursing.

Give support and guidance to untrained staff working in the ward / department

Provide care for pre and post operative patients having oocyte collections or embryo transfers under sedation

Participate and contribute to the setting and auditing of research based practice to develop new Guidelines and Policies as necessary.

Maintain accurate and legible records ensuring patient care is a current reflection of treatment and advice.

Participate in the development of good working relationships within the team and ward/department area.

When undertaking the role of a link nurse ensure all meetings are attended and actions given are implemented within your remit.

When required, and as part of self development, take charge of the ward / department

Be responsible for maintaining NMC registration and conforming to all relevant NMC Codes of Practice and Advisory Papers.

The post holder maybe required to work within any of the satellite or transport centres as required

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• 1 years' experience as a qualified registered Nurse
• Gynaecology or Fertility background

Qualifications and Learning

Essential

• RGN / RM with relevant experience and competency
• Evidence of professional/vocational development.
• Working Knowledge of NMC Code of Professional Conduct, Scope of Professional Practice, Standards for the Administration of Medicine, and Records & Record Keeping
• Awareness of the HFEA code of practice
• Registered Midwives must maintain midwifery practice hours to maintain registration.

Desirable

• Mentorship or equivalent qualification

Skills

Essential

• Skills for managing patients admissions and discharges, assessing and advising patients and partners
• Venepuncture
• Adhere to policies and procedures policies
• Proficient IT Skills

Desirable

• Medical History Taking
• Knowledge of different types of fertility treatments

Personal Qualities and Attitude

Essential

• Dynamic and Well Motivated
• Ability to communicate sensitive and complex condition related information to patients and relatives, showing empathy and giving reassurance
• Committed to service 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

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hewitt Centre

4 Knutsford Business Park

Mobberley Road, Knutsford

WA16 8ZR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of termination of pregnancy procedures or a willingness to learn.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of termination of pregnancy procedures or a willingness to learn.

Demonstrate a knowledge of the legal requirements in relation to termination of pregnancy or a willingness to learn.

Deliver nurse led consultations to patients seeking termination of pregnancy in a non-judgemental, non directional way.

To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence based care, using a defined model/care pathway in conjunction with senior staff.

Ensure safe administration of medication according to Trust policy and procedures

Caring for patients both pre and post operatively

Person Specification

Qualifications and Learning

Essential

• RGN
• Evidence of recent professional updating and relevant personal development

Desirable

• R71 Contraception and Reproductive Sexual Health Certificate or equivalent
• Mentorship in Practice/ ENB998

Experience

Essential

• Experience of developing plans of care
• Health Promotion

Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent Communication skills, demonstrating effective listening and engaging with patients and family effectively
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control policy and processes
• Demonstrates an interest in Women's health
• Ability to contribute and promote change
• Good time management
• Computer skills

Desirable

• Competencies in clinical tasks such as ANTT, venepuncture

Personal Attributes Qualities

Essential

• Ability to manage time and work under pressure
• Promote local resolution to complaints and demonstrate ability to diffuse conflict
• Promote positive reporting culture for incidents/ ACE's
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team
• Methodical and well organised approach
• Ability to portray a professional image including inspiring confidence and trust
• Confidence to liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team and be courteous patient and helpful at all times
• Role Models the 6Cs ( Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, Commitment) in everyday care of patients

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

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Women's Hospital

Crown Street

Liverpool

L8 7SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

RGN working in an acute environment with increased exposure to urology and surgical care , admissions , discharges , pre and post operative care, the area has a bed base x 6

Trolley area for assessment

Waiting area for ambulatory care

Experienced team with lots of different skills to implement excellent

nursing care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse, current NMC registration
• BSc in Nursing (Diploma in Nursing as a minimum)

Desirable

• Practice Assessor/Practice Supervisor Training
• Post registration qualification in relevant specialty

Experience

Essential

• Recent clinical nursing experience as a student or as a registered nurse

Desirable

• Experience within relevant clinical setting
• Evidence of maintaining a clinical learning environment
• Evidence of working with learners

Knowledge

Essential

• Sound clinical nursing knowledge and a good understanding of nursing issues and clinical governance
• Demonstrates awareness of own limitations

Skills

Essential

• Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to support less experienced staff
• Ability to problem solve
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

• Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing

Other

Essential

• Supportive of colleagues
• Ability to work in changing environments
• Committed to high standards of patient care
• Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour
• Maintain both personal and professional development
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibilities include dealing with financial queries from patients and suppliers and liaison with the Team Leader to ensure patients are invoiced on time, payments are correctly processed and all outstanding debts are pursued within the agreed timescales. Generate debt reminder letters on a monthly basis using the Infertility Database for Embryology and Andrology Systems (IDEAS) ensuring no inappropriate letters are issued. Keep a record of monthly debtors, contacting patients weekly and monthly to make payments. Uses own initiative to propose financial agreements with patients, within agreed guidelines, ensuring these agreements are kept up to date.

See Job Description for more details

Person Specification

Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes

Essential

• The ability to respond to verbal or written instructions, with understanding
• Is able to communicate with others with sensitivity and tact as the situation requires.
• Good telephone manner

Qualifications & Learning

Essential

• NVQ3 or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience within a clerical environment.
• Previous keyboard experience.

Flexibilty/ Adaptability

Essential

• Able to adapt to changing procedures within the Unit
• Demonstrate a flexible approach to work.
• Able to work under pressure at busy times
• Prepared to undertake personal development and 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Women's Hospital

Crown St

Liverpool

L8 7SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Supporting undergraduate and postgraduate students during dental procedures.

Recording of treatment and other associated clerical work.

Preparation of filling materials, impression materials, instruments, equipment, dressings and syringes.

Ensuring the treatment area is clean and tidy, adhering to infection prevention and control procedures.

Clearing away used instruments and materials at the end of treatment.

Assisting with medical emergencies in line with GDC scope of practice.

Assisting clinics with investigations e.g. x-ray procedures, blood tests and bacteriological tests.

Receiving patients attending for emergency treatment and triaging as appropriate

Providing the patient with pre- and post-operative instructions and ensuring that the instructions are fully understood.

Care and minor maintenance of equipment utilised within the dental environment.

Assisting with all methods of treatment and surgical procedures and working in any area of the hospital when necessary,

Communicating with other departments within the Hospital when necessary, ensuring that follow-up treatment is arranged.

Maintaining stock, clearing cupboards and checking expiry dates on bottles and re-ordering stock as necessary.

The post holder shall, as necessary, provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues.

The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Empathy with all patient groups, including those with special needs
• A willingness to accept that flexibility is required to meet the changing needs of the NHS

Desirable

• Pro-active approach to team building

Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal oral and written skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and staff at all levels
• Basic IT skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks
• Ability to work as part of a team

Qualifications

Essential

• Registrable Dental Nurse qualification or NVQ Level III in Oral Healthcare
• Must be registered with the General Dental Council as a Dental Care Professional
• Evidence of maintenance/updated relevant Continued Professional Development

Desirable

• Post qualification certificate(s), eg Radiology, Sedation, Orthodontics, Oral Health
• Further qualifications in basic first aid, health & safety, manual handling

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable recent experience of working as part of a dental team

Desirable

• Experience in a hospital setting

Knowledge

Desirable

• Interest in oral health promotion
• Up to date knowledge of the NHS as it relates to dentistry
• Knowledge of new strategies in dentistry

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Dental Hospital

Pembroke Place

Liverpool

L3 5PS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the detailed job description and main responsibilities for this vacancy within the job description attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level nurse RGN
• Current NMC registration

Desirable

• ENB 199 / 998
• ALS / ATNC / TNCC

Experience

Desirable

• Prior A&E experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates understanding of current issues affecting A&E service provision
• Demonstrates understanding of current clinical developments
• Demonstrates understanding of Professional issues affecting nursing
• Demonstrates understanding of 'Clinical Governance'
• Understands 'Scope of Professional Practice'
• Demonstrates understanding of quality and risk management issues
• Demonstrates understanding of accurate record keeping

Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication - written / verbal
• Demonstrates a flexible approach to team working

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Advanced Clinical Practitioner will:

• Work autonomously at advanced practice level within the Acute Oncology Service.
• Provide expert Acute Oncology assessment, advice and advanced clinical support to teams caring for patients with known or suspected cancer.
• Support Emergency Department and acute medical teams with complex clinical decision-making, investigation and management planning.
• Undertake advanced clinical assessment and formulate differential diagnoses to inform recommendations and onward management.
• Request and interpret appropriate diagnostic investigations and prescribe independently within their scope of practice.
• Recognise oncological emergencies and provide expert input to support timely investigation, treatment and escalation.
• Strengthen collaborative working between Acute Oncology, acute medicine, emergency care, oncology and cancer site-specific teams.
• Support timely navigation, referral and escalation to the most appropriate cancer or specialist pathway.
• Support opportunities for admission avoidance, timely discharge and appropriate specialist follow-up.
• Contribute to the development and evaluation of outpatient assessment, review and follow-up pathways and other innovative models of Acute Oncology care.
• Provide advanced clinical expertise, education and professional support to healthcare professionals caring for patients with acute oncology needs.
• Contribute to quality improvement, audit, education, research and service development in line with the four pillars of advanced clinical practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Clinical Professional Qualification. Degree level with appropriate registration
• MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) or started the MSc ACP pathway/programme and committed to completing within an agreed time frame: Note: Post holder will be in a training post (Annex 21) until evidence of completion of MSc ACP is provided.
• Teaching and assessing qualification
• Relevant post registration qualification/equivalent
• Prescriber
• Evidence of participation in audit and research

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable relevant experience within the speciality
• Evidence of effective management
• Evidence of effective leadership skills
• Evidence of staff development and can demonstrate knowledge regarding provision and development of education programmes
• Evidence of change management
• Evidence of application of current clinical service issues and developments

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding and application of healthcare governance
• Has an up-to-date Advanced Clinical Practice portfolio

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Committed to delivering high standards of patient care
• Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing

Others

Essential

• Supportive of colleagues
• Enthusiastic and motivated with the ability to motivate the team
• High level of personal and professional credibility
• Act as role model for 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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree Hospital

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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