Job description

Job responsibilities

• As a clinical lead specialist, to be responsible for the development and provision of a specialist, evidence based paediatric dietetic allergy service to the paediatric allergy unit at St Georges Hospital.

To take the lead in providing highly specialist dietetic advice to the multidisciplinary team through attendance and participation in multidisciplinary team meetings and ward rounds.

To provide expert advice to clinicians, patients and carers regarding provision of nutritional support for paediatric patients based on clinical evidence. This will involve nutritional assessment, to include the calculation of nutritional requirements for highly complex clinical cases, based on the analysis and interpretation of biochemistry, anthropometry, clinical condition and other physical parameters.

To use highly developed skills for making clinical judgements in highly complex clinical cases where there is no evidence available and expert opinion differs. As the expert in the field, this requires decisions to be made on the best course of treatment taking into account a number of treatment options.

To prescribe and modify on a daily basis specialised feeds made up by the special feed production unit.

To directly prescribe and modify nutritional supplements based on nutritional status and to inform the medical team.

To provide highly complex nutrition counselling to carers and paediatric patients, where post graduate training in cognitive behavioural therapy is required, as well as the use of reassurance and motivational skills to overcome barriers to change particularly where there is non-compliance.

Ability to utilise developed communication and teaching skills, to educate and convey essential, highly complex and highly sensitive paediatric nutritional information to a diverse and multicultural population, with barriers to understanding.

To initiate and participate in regular research and audit within the area of paediatric medicine in line with departmental research and audit procedures. This includes co-ordination and supervision of research projects for undergraduate dietetic students. It will be expected that any relevant findings should be published or presented at appropriate conferences.

To have the ability to manage appropriately situations which are distressing, involving the treatment of terminally ill and very unwell children, which leads to exposure to distressed parents and complex situations.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Postgraduate experience of working in acute paediatric dietetic services at advanced level within Paediatric Allergy

Desirable

• Experience of undertaking clinical audit/research in relevant clinical area

Experience

Essential

• Experience in working within the NHS at a senior level

Desirable

• Experience in working in a tertiary allergy service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Hospital

Blackshaw Rd

Tooting

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

** The vacancy may close earlier than the advised date, depending on the volume of applicants**

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Acute Care

Desirable

• Care Certificate course

Experience

Essential

• 1 year experience as HCA in Hospital setting

Desirable

• Previously work in Radiology

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Computer Literate and good communication skills

Desirable

• Cannulation and Venepuncture

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Blackshaw Road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

** The vacancy may close earlier than the advised date, depending on the volume of applicants**

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Acute Care

Desirable

• Care Certificate course

Experience

Essential

• 1 year experience as HCA in Hospital setting

Desirable

• Previously work in Radiology

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Computer Literate and good communication skills

Desirable

• Cannulation and Venepuncture

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Blackshaw Road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The post holder is a member of the Applications Build and Support Team and is responsible for the design, development and support of the Electronic Patient Record (EPR), having overall responsibility for the provision of a comprehensive EPR support service, which allows staff to use key systems proficiently and effectively, providing expert specialist advice.
• The post holder will be providing and receiving complex and sensitive routine information which requires tact and persuasive skills, or where there are barriers to understanding, or providing and receiving complex or sensitive information.
• The post holder will provide application and clinical system level technical support for end users and is responsible for developing excellent working relationships with key stakeholders both external and internal.
• The post holder will provide applications support and development of EPR including the day to day account management of the EPR account relevant to the specific Trust site.
• The post holder will have responsibility for ensuring that Change Control Procedures are followed, including the submission of Requests for Change (RFCs) to the Change Control Board, the execution of the technical change and the completion of documentation including keeping all paperwork up-to-date.
• The post holder will assist with and support others workstreams within IDT and be responsible for ensuring that systems are changed to meet new requirements and will require the post holder to explain technical issue to a wide range of Trust staff.
• The post holder will negotiate with multiple external stakeholders on the timing and implementation of system configuration Service Request updates and communicate these to the Trust.
• The post holder will be responsible for contributing towards the implementation of system enhancements and reporting progress to the Applications Build & Support Manager.
• The post holder will manage and action the resolution of incidents, problems and requests in own area in an efficient and professional manner, whilst conforming to Trust and departmental standards, service agreements, policies, procedures and working practices, seeking further advice and information from the Senior Technical Architects when necessary.
• The post holder will assess the escalation and monitoring of incidents and requests and liaise with external agencies and suppliers, ensuring that an accurate analysis of minimum data sets are submitted correctly and full communication of call progress is maintained in a timely manner.
• The post holder will assist in the maintenance of the applications and clinical systems and provide support and assistance during system outages.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working in the health service
• Experience in clinical systems and applications toolsets
• Cerner experience

Desirable

• Experience of system implementation and support in the NHS, , especially Acute sector
• Experience of system implementation/planning from a technical standpoint

Education

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent business experience
• Specialist knowledge of health IT systems or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continuous personal development

Desirable

• Relevant IT qualification

Skills

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of health IT systems or equivalent experience
• Solid understanding of Cerner Patient Administration System /patient based information systems and associated data collection processes
• Ability to plan tasks and activities, tracking progress and monitoring for change requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to analyse, assimilate, investigate and resolve complex queries where the outcome is not otherwise obvious or specified
• Proven ability to manage technical changes within a controlled environment

Desirable

• Change Management Knowledge and experience of large system deployments within a healthcare environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's University Hospitals

Blackshaw Road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*****Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role*****

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• ISTQB Certified Software Testing Qualification

Desirable

• St Georges Cerner in house training in PAS and Scheduling
• Demonstration of career development

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in NHS or a healthcare company on healthcare systems.
• Experience of working with Cerner applications
• Experience in working in fast changing technology environment, with demonstrable experience of adapting to change and learning new technologies quickly.

Desirable

• Experience as testing analyst or systems administration or back-office support
• Experience of defect tracking and managing the tracking/resolution of the defects.
• Highly developed specialist knowledge in software engineering - experience of testing Cerner Applications, interface solutions or database infrastructure.
• Experience of extracting and verifying HL7 messages

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Good understanding of various test methodologies and processes.
• Sound understanding of IT project lifecycle.
• Able to identify and raise issues and risks.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Millennium and/or RiO back-office tools
• Knowledge of the following software systems: o Lab and Rad systems o AutoHotKey (automation software) o HEAT (helpdesk software)

Communications

Essential

• Strong communications and relationship building skills

Desirable

• Good presentation techniques

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent attention to detail
• Effective team player
• Willing to work flexible hours especially around the time of upgrades and implementations
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges University Hospital NHS Trsust

Blackshaw Rd

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements.

Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• DCR/BSc Radiography
• HPC Registered

Desirable

• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Post graduate certificate

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate experience
• Experience of basic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Must have a Comprehensive knowledge of current issues - the development of the profession and contemporary issues
• Provide an up-to-date CPD portfolio
• Have Good technical skills - Have a high technical standard and speed consistent with accuracy
• Problem solving
• Have an in depth knowledge of the justification process of the IR(ME)R regulations and the impact within the imaging dept and the protocols and guidelines
• Be Actively involved in department improvements must have supporting evidence in projects/surveys/audits

Desirable

• Experience in CT
• Routinely undertake the training and development of other personnel including students
• Willing to train in role extension where required

Skills

Essential

• Must be competent in routine and non routine radiographic techniques
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be able to audit and evaluate own work and others performance
• Be able to provide support and professional development for staff
• Clear writing and oral skills.
• Ability to work with others and supervise as appropriate
• Ability to manage workload in terms of time, resources and people to meet the needs of the department
• An understanding of and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team but also confident to work autonomously without direct supervision

Desirable

• Ability to supervise
• Teaching skills
• Computer skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate awareness of responsibility to and advocacy for patients
• Good understanding of the legislation relating to Health & Safety and Radiation Protection

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges

Blackshaw Road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To work in a designated area of the department under the supervision of a section leader but will organise own work tasks or activities.
2. To understand and perform work in accordance with the standard operational policies using basic theoretical knowledge.
3. Ensure that documentation is maintained to the SWL Pathology standard (including electronic records).
4. Be able to solve basic problems within work area and refer unresolved problems to a more senior member of staff.
5. To prepare specimens for diagnostic testing.
6. To contribute towards a culture of quality in the department and to comply and promote the quality initiatives within the department consistent with maintaining laboratory accreditation.

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• GCSE / O levels in Maths and English Language, or Science or equivalent

Desirable

• Previous experience in a large busy cellular pathology department

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Basic anatomical knowledge

Desirable

• Previous laboratory experience
• Basic knowledge of pathology laboratories

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• oAccuracy and attention to detail
• oAble to communicate information accurately
• oAble to follow written methodologies and/or protocols
• oBasic computer skills
• oOrganised and methodical
• oAble to work as part of a team
• oPrepared to work with biological materials
• oAwareness of health & safety issues
• oAble to strictly follow laboratory procedures

Other relevant requirements

Essential

• oGood manual dexterity
• oAble to perform light physical 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.

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

01.165 Jenner basement, Blackshaw Road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached Job Description and Person Specification for details of main responsibilities

Please ensure you demonstrate how you meet the essential/desirable criteria as part of your application.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant specialist experience post qualification e.g. autism, DLD population
• Experience of working with children with SEND in an educational or multidisciplinary setting (e.g. clinic, mainstream schools))
• Experience completing assessments and developing intervention plans

Desirable

• Student supervision / clinical education
• Experience supervising junior staff e.g. therapy assistants, NQT
• Teaching experience of in-service programs

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language therapy
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses
• Registered Member of Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Well established knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group
• A working knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the client group
• Knowledge of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
• Knowledge of a wide range of appropriate Augmentative and Alternative Communication aids for this client group
• Understanding the roles of other professional relevant to the client group
• Effective communication, monitoring, analysis and adaptation of interactions and responses within the assessment and therapeutic process

Personal qualities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy skills, and ability to consider cultural diversity
• Negotiation and problem solving skills
• Very good prioritisation skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to communicate complex information to others where there may be barriers to understand

Desirable

• Leadership qualities

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St John's Therapy Centre

162a St John's Hill

London

SW11 1SW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

This post is based at St. Georges Hospital however the post holder may be required to work at any of the SWLP sites as and when necessary.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• MSc in Biomedical Sciences
• An honours degree or equivalent in a biological science
• HCPC Registration
• IBMS Specialist Diploma in Histology or equivalent experience
• Equivalent experience at masters level

Desirable

• Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences
• IBMS Diploma of Expert or Advanced Practice in Histological Dissection

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Proven experience post HCPC registration in the relevant discipline
• Excellent working knowledge of all aspects of specialist subject in relevant discipline
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of ability to problem solve
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation, policies and procedures
• Evidence of experience of quality management systems, audits and document control
• Knowledge of quality control and assurance

Desirable

• Experience of training laboratory staff
• Experience of clinical governance issues

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to follow written methodologies or protocols
• Able to work as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work
• Intermediate level of computer skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience of IQC and/or EQA review

Other relevant requirements

Essential

• Good hand eye co-ordination
• Able to perform light physical work
• Capable of intense periods of concentration

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. George's Hospital, Cellular Pathology Department, Jenner wing, Basement

Blackshaw Road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children with special needs in an educational or multi-disciplinary setting (e.g. clinic)
• Experience working with therapy assistants and delegating
• Experience supervising junior members of staff

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
• Well established knowledge of a range of standardised and functional assessment tools relevant to the client group
• Understanding of the neurodiversity affirming framework and how this applies to working with children with SLCN

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Mary's Hospital

Roehampton Lane

London

SW15 5PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• oDiploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
• oHPC registration
• oWorking at Masters level as demonstrated by on-going CPD i.e. Masters level accreditation, lecturing on Masters level courses and research / publications
• oEvidence of post registration training in respiratory physiotherapy and management

Desirable

• oRecognised post graduate qualification e.g. MSc Respiratory Physiology, ACP
• oMembership of a special interest group
• oMember of relevant appropriate multi professional interest group e.g. BTS
• oLeadership Training
• oPost-graduate management training

Experience

Essential

• oMinimum 4 years post registration experience
• oMinimum 2 years' experience in specialist respiratory care including management of acute and acute on chronic type 2 respiratory failure and the management of critically unwell patients
• oBroad knowledge & experience of a wide range of approaches to the management of patients across a number of respiratory specialities including renal, demonstrated by advanced clinical reasoning
• oSignificant experience of student supervision and advanced clinical education
• oPrevious experience of formal presentations to multi professional groups
• oClear understanding of other disciplines' roles and expectations
• oUnderstanding of all aspects of Clinical Governance including previous experience of quality issues, audit and risk management
• oExperience of holistic line management
• oExperience leading or contributing to service development, quality improvement or transformation projects.
• oExperience undertaking audit, quality improvement or service evaluation projects and implementing change in practice.

Desirable

• oPrevious experience as a Highly specialist physiotherapist (or equivalent ) in a teaching hospital environment
• oInvolved in developing research links with other academic institutions
• oInvolved in teaching NIV to the multi disciplinary team as well as evaluating and auditing the application of this modality
• oExperience of carrying out tracheostomy changes and de-cannulation

Skills

Essential

• oUnderstand the legal responsibilities of the profession.
• oAble to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner
• oAbility to organise, prioritise and delegate
• oWillingness to lead staff training
• oAbility to work with multi-interdisciplinary team and set team goals
• oAwareness of skill mix and service needs
• oAbility to comprehend and work within the Trust's policies of Data Protection, Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety to meet the differing needs of the patients.
• oAbility to keep legible and accurate notes in English in the POMR system
• oRemains updated on professional practice and new research
• oShow evidence of being self-motivated
• oAble to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
• oAbility to cope with working in a stressful and unpredictable environment.
• oResearch skills
• oAbility to lead and motivate others

Desirable

• oHigh level IT skills
• oHigh level presentation skills
• oAbility to run courses - internal/external
• oCommittee membership e.g. Heath & Safety
• oCoaching and / or mentorship qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• oHigh level of knowledge in the application of all respiratory modalities including non-invasive respiratory support
• oHigh level of knowledge of tracheostomy management including development of laryngeal weaning strategies
• oEvidence of continued professional development, reviewing current practise and research developments within respiratory care with application to clinical practise
• oDemonstrates understanding of research methodology
• oDemonstrated understanding of the role of physiotherapy within the evolving health environment

Other

Essential

• oPhysically fit and able to comply with Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
• oAble to perform emergency duties
• oProfessional demeanour
• oAble to alter their working patterns to include working extended hours (between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday), unsociable hours (6pm to 8am Monday to Sunday) and weekend working (This may be via additional on-call hours, shift pattern or another 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.

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's Foundation NHS Hospital

Blackshaw Rd,

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*****Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role*****

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised qualification demonstrating ability to instruct, direct or guide exercise prescription and progression (e.g Sports science, Fitness instructor level 2 /personal trainer level 3)

Desirable

• Registration with relevant registered body e. g CISMPA /ACSM ECDL
• First Aid
• NVQ 3 or Foundation degree

Experience

Essential

• Experience of independently managing patients with a range of musculoskeletal conditions safely whilst ensuring appropriate communication with referring clinician and patient.
• Leading and supporting the delivery of exercise classes safely and effectively with experience of ongoing risk assessment/management.
• Assessing patients for equipment i.e. walking aid and instruct them in proper and safe usage

Desirable

• Experience of teaching and supervising others
• Working in a diverse community.

Skills/ Abilities/ attributes

Essential

• Able to follow instructions and recognise boundaries of own scope of practice, seeking assistance as appropriate from therapists.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including good written and verbal communication.
• Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day and teach practical skills to patients
• Ability to reflect and use initiative in addressing own learning needs and appraise own performance.
• Ability to manage own time and own caseload with willingness to work flexibly and be self motivated.

Desirable

• Good IT skills and ability to use electronic documentation systems.

Knowledge

Essential

• Basic knowledge of health care delivery
• Basic knowledge of common musculoskeletal conditions and postsurgical management.
• Knowledge of the role of the physiotherapist and occupational therapist
• Knowledge and experience of a range of manual handling techniques.
• Knowledge of anatomy including main muscle and joints.
• Knowledge of health and safety policies

Desirable

• Basic understanding of commonly used therapy and medical terms
• Basic understanding of proper and safe use of wheelchairs

Other

Essential

• Physically fit and able to comply with Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
• Professional demeanour and behaviour reflective of trust values.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Hospital

Blackshaw Road

Tooting

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy
• HPC registration
• Evidence of CPD, in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio, including attendance at recent post graduate courses relevant to the clinical field

Desirable

• Post graduate education completed or in progress.
• Special interest group membership

Other

Essential

• Physically fit and able to comply with the Trust's Manual Handling Guidelines
• Able to perform on call and weekend duties
• Professional attitude/behaviour
• Compliance with the Trust's No Smoking Policy and Dress Code (uniform) Policy
• Able to alter their working patterns to include working extended hours, unsociable hours and weekend working.

Desirable

• Driving Licence

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 1 year's NHS experience (can include undergraduate experience).
• Minimum 2 years post registration experience
• Broad range of experience at band 5 level including a minimum of 4 months experience in each of: ICU, medical, surgery, neurology, outpatients and older people's rehabilitation
• Participation in night time on-call rota
• Participate in weekend working within the rehabilitation setting you are based in
• Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy team and multidisciplinary team, including setting team goals
• Ability to form a sound prognosis and advise other members of the MDT

Desirable

• Previous experience at Band 6 level
• Student supervision / clinical education
• Experience of the research process
• Teaching experience in in-service programmes
• Committee membership, e.g. health and safety
• Experience of clinical education of undergraduate students

Skills

Essential

• Fluent in written and oral English, and able to present complex information in a clear and logical manner
• Good assessment skills based on a sound clinical reasoning approach including the assessment of symptom behaviour, history taking and gathering of physical/objective testing and hypothesis formation
• Ability to work with multi/interdisciplinary team and set team goals
• Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
• To actively participate in staff training
• Ability to keep legible and accurate notes in English in the POMR system
• Computer literacy
• Presentation skills
• Able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
• Ability to cope with working in a stressful environment
• Able to motivate self and others
• Ability to work autonomously

Desirable

• Supervision of other staff, e.g. physiotherapy assistant / Technical Instructor
• Ability to run courses - internal / external

Knowledge

Essential

• Remains updated with professional practice and new research
• Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession
• Understanding of Clinical Governance and the implications for physiotherapy services including experience of quality issues and audit
• Ability to comprehend and work within the Trust's policies of data protection, equal opportunities and health and safety to meet the differing needs of the patients

Desirable

• Evidence of participation in research / audit

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Hospital

Blackshaw road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

** The vacancy may close earlier than the advised date, depending on the volume of applicants**

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard (or equivalent)
• Experience of working with VDUs/good keyboard skills

Desirable

• Experience of Radiology Computer system or similar / NHS Computer System experience (RIS, PACS, iCLIP, PAS, IEP)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a busy reception environment (or similar role)
• Experience and knowledge of office and administrative procedures
• Experience in a similar setting (Hospital/NHS)

Desirable

• Customer service experience

Knowledge

Desirable

• Knowledge of Medical terminology

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations.
• Ability to prioritise workload.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Methodical approach to work
• Ability to multitask

Other

Essential

• Able to work autonomously as well as within a team.
• Good attendance record
• Reliability and commitment
• Friendly, helpful, caring nature
• Customer orientated approach

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's University Hospital Sites

Blackshaw Road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

** The vacancy may close earlier than the advised date, depending on the volume of applicants**

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard (or equivalent)
• Experience of working with VDUs/good keyboard skills

Desirable

• Experience of Radiology Computer system or similar / NHS Computer System experience (RIS, PACS, iCLIP, PAS, IEP)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a busy reception environment (or similar role)
• Experience and knowledge of office and administrative procedures
• Experience in a similar setting (Hospital/NHS)

Desirable

• Customer service experience

Knowledge

Desirable

• Knowledge of Medical terminology

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations.
• Ability to prioritise workload.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Methodical approach to work
• Ability to multitask

Other

Essential

• Able to work autonomously as well as within a team.
• Good attendance record
• Reliability and commitment
• Friendly, helpful, caring nature
• Customer orientated approach

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's University Hospital Sites

Blackshaw Road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*****Please refer to supporting document, ensuring that any applications refers to the supporting document and person specification. *****

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Approved Degree Level Training in Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with Health Care Professions Council as an Occupational Therapist.
• Relevant post graduate courses.

Desirable

• Relevant Post graduate training in Sensory Integration Therapy
• Relevant Masters Modules related to Children
• CO-OP training
• Relevant training regarding Autism
• Training Modules relating to Upper Limb management
• Trainig Modules relating to Neuro developmental Approaches
• Member of Specialist interest groups such as CYPF

Experience

Essential

• E1. Experience in working in community settings, leading to a sound understanding of NHS policies & procedures.
• E2. Experience of working in mainstream schools & nurseries with children who has Occupational Therapy needs.
• E3. Experience using a wide range of standardised assessments & clinical observations
• E4. A working knowledge of child development, neuro-developmental stages and the role of occupation in childhood.
• E5. Ability to demonstrate Trust Values.

Desirable

• Experience in working with children who has a diagnosis of ASD, CP, DCD and GDD.
• An understanding of principles of postural management and some experience in prescribing children's specialist equipment for seating and bathing
• Experience using sensory integration approach
• Experience in using the CO-OP approach
• Some experience of planning & running groups
• Experience in upper limb management
• Experience in using the in the AHA assessment
• Experience in using PECS

Skills

Essential

• S1. Ability to manage a caseload & to reflect on clinical practice & experience with supervision and support from a Band 7 OT.
• S2. Ability to solve complex problems & take appropriate decisions.
• S3. Ability to communicate clearly with others using effective listening skills, non-verbal communication and establishing an easy rapport.
• S4. Flexibility - able to adapt to different demands & situations and the ability to work under pressure.
• S5. Ability to prioritise & organise workload & time.
• S6. Ability to write concise, legible notes & reports.
• S7. Good presentation skills.
• S8. Demonstrating some degree of postgraduate training.

Knowledge

Essential

• K1. Understanding & knowledge of up to date information relating to children with Physical Disabilities, Autism, Developmental Co-ordination Disorder and other related disorders affecting participation in every day activities.
• K2. Good understanding of the range of physical & developmental disabilities which can occur with children and the role of the OT in this area.

Desirable

• Knowledge in TEACCH approach

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Mary's Hospital Roehampton

Roehampton Lane

London

SW15 5PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

** The vacancy may close earlier than the advised date, depending on the volume of applicants**

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Good general education with evidence of literacy, numeracy, and IT competence (e.g., GCSEs or equivalent)

Desirable

• Team Leader qualification or Advanced Administration qualification
• Educated to Diploma or Degree level

Experience

Essential

• Experience coordinating or managing appointment diaries or service lists.
• Experience handling patient/customer queries and managing calls professionally
• Experience working across teams or departments to coordinate services
• Experience working independently, using initiative and escalating when appropriate

Desirable

• NHS experience
• Experience of working in Radiology
• Experience supporting service improvement (e.g., audits, project input, pathway reviews)

Skills

Essential

• Proficient use of MS Office (particularly Word, Excel)
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Ability to manage workload, meet deadlines, and stay organised under pressure
• Ability to support meetings or admin tasks such as collating data or producing reports

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection
• Familiarity with NHS systems (PAS, EPR, Soliton, iClip, PACS) or equivalent
• Awareness of NHS access targets (e.g. RTT, cancer pathways)
• Awareness of patient pathways and coordination needs in a hospital or community setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's University Hospital

Blackshaw Rd

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*****Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role*****

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MSc Audiology or equivalent
• State registration or working towards state registration with HPC / AHCS or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Clinical Audiology basic experience
• Work with/have thorough knowledge of UK national protocols

Desirable

• Clinical audit

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• IT skills

Desirable

• High work ethic / Professionalism
• Demonstrate reflective practice
• Organisational skills
• Good interpersonal skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's Hospital

Blackshaw Road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached document for full job description and person specification. Please contact Clinical Team Lead for more information.

Person Specification

Educational, formal training and qualifications

Essential

• Graduate Diploma / Degree in occupational therapy
• Registered with Health Professions Council
• Evidence of relevant in depth post graduate study or qualification to a level of a masters where this is available
• Clinical Educators training

Previous experience

Essential

• Minimum of 4 years post graduate experience including 2 years in a relevant clinical area such as orthopaedics, elderly rehabilitation, musculoskeletal, respiratory, neurology
• Experience of working in the community
• Experience of working with older people, those with multiple long term conditions, people with frailty, at risk of falls and of fracture prevention.
• Experience of working within the NHS
• Experience of leading a team project or service development
• Experience of line management of staff

Desirable

• Experience of performance management of staff

Knowledge

Essential

• In depth knowledge of the management of working with older people and those with long term conditions
• Understanding of clinical governance, audit and evidence based practice

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work with change and/or under pressure
• Able to work harmoniously with a diverse workforce and to deliver a quality service to people from different backgrounds, by including and embracing their varied needs.

Desirable

• Membership of relevant Clinical / Specialist Interest Group

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Johns Therapy Centre

162 St Johns Hill

London

SW11 1SW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job description

Must be able to work autonomously, in a high pressured environment, to a high standard while being an advocate from the patient.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• oDiploma of College of Radiographers or BSc in Radiography
• oState Registration
• oPortfolio of CPD
• oTo have undertaken post graduate education in specific fields, obtaining a Masters degree or equivalent or have in depth clinical experience

Desirable

• oIV injection certification

Experience

Essential

• oTo be qualified for at least 5 years
• oTo have recent relevant experience
• oTo have extensive work experience in a specialist area ie.CT
• oTo have experience of supervision, preferably of staff in a discreet area or modality

Desirable

• oExperience of working in Neuroradiology
• oEvidence of multi-modality experience
• oActive experience of QA and audit programmes
• oUse of PACS and /or CR/DR systems

Skills

Essential

• oGood communication skills
• oShould be skilled operator of QWERTY keyboard and mouse driven technology
• oCan demonstrate leadership skills
• oAble to organise and prioritise workload
• oAble to think logically, independently and solve problems
• oBe able to self motivate and work on own initiative

Desirable

• oConfident in working autonomously

Knowledge

Essential

• oDemonstrate awareness of responsibility to and advocacy for patients
• oGood understanding of the legislation relating to Health & Safety and Radiation Protection
• oAn understanding of and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team but also confident to work autonomously without direct supervision

Other

Essential

• oPhysical ability to carry out single-handed imaging duties including manoeuvring patients and equipment on a regular basis
• oPhysical ability to wear a lead apron for several hours
• oFrequent requirement to exert moderate physical effort
• oFrequent requirement for concentration whilst dealing with interruptions
• oTo be capable of VDU operation for considerable periods of time
• oGood timekeeping
• oBe flexible in attitude
• oAble to undertake on-call, shifts and weekend duty commitments.

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Hospital

BlackShaw Road

London

SW170QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role also provides opportunities for continued professional development. You will be expected to maintain your HCPC registration through CPD, participate in relevant training and development activities, and contribute to the training and competency assessment of Biomedical Scientists, support staff and other healthcare professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your technical, scientific and leadership skills within a busy and innovative Clinical Biochemistry service using modern laboratory automation.

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• An Honours degree or equivalent in a biological Science
• HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist
• Hold the IBMS Specialist Diploma in relevant discipline or equivalent experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Proven experience post HCPC registration in the relevant discipline
• Excellent working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Knowledge of health and safety issues
• Experience of quality management systems

Desirable

• Experience in using Beckman DXA5000, AU5800, DXI9000, DXone

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Practical specialist analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
• Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to follow written methodologies or protocols
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to work under pressure
• Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work
• Intermediate level of computer skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Use of enhanced pathology computer systems

Other relevant

Essential

• Good hand eye co-ordination
• Able to perform light physical work.
• Capable of intense periods of concentration

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Helier Hospital

Wrythe Lane

Carshalton

SM5 1AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.

Person Specification

NMC Qualification

Essential

• NMC qualification
• Formal Neonatal Training
• Safeguarding Level 3

Desirable

• Neonatal/Paediatric nursing experience
• Teaching & assessing qualification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a Neonatal Unit
• Ability to assess, plan and implement and evaluate nursing care
• Ability to apply evidence based practice

Desirable

• Assertiveness skills
• Computer skills
• Leadership 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.

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges NHS Foundation Trust

Blackshaw Road

Tooting

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Act as a key point of contact for patients and carers who wish to share their feedback or get involved, helping to ensure the patient and carer voice is encouraged, heard, and included.

Act as a champion for patients and carers, across all Patient Experience projects ensuring their voice is at the heart of the organisation and its services. Ensure that all feedback is shared with the relevant teams, and that learning is actioned to continually improve the quality of our services.

Work in partnership with a range of divisional staff (including senior leadership, clinical staff, and support staff) to identify opportunities for learning and service improvement in response to patient and carer feedback and supporting and monitoring the implementation of agreed actions.

Work with both internal and external stakeholders, including outside agencies, to identify opportunities for change/actions generated through feedback received via several Patient Experience channels. Record and follow up key actions, producing clear and thorough action logs, which must be kept up to date.

Engage with patients face to face, over the phone and in writing to gain feedback on patient experience initiatives creating reports, drafting recommendations and action plans managers can act upon.

Take part in audits and inspections as part of the Patient Experience Team , feeding back on findings and proactively reassessing to check on improvements.

De-escalating issues with members of the public when identified to support the patient, carer or relative who may be distressed.

***For further information regarding the duties of the role please kindly refer to the attached Job Description***

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Educated to degree level or with equivalent level of relevant training and experience.

Desirable

• Project management training.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of delivering or contributing to patient and public involvement initiatives, or equivalent experience of public engagement work.
• Track record of engaging and working with a range of stakeholders, including community and specialist groups.
• Ability to analyse data, identifying trends and disseminating information in an easily accessible way.
• Experience of producing information for a wide range of audiences, including patients.
• Experience of working with carers.

Desirable

• A sound understanding of topical NHS issues.
• Experience of using an integrated risk management system.
• Developing, implementing and evaluating public engagement projects and campaigns.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• A knowledge of how the NHS operates and an awareness of political issues/sensitivities.
• Knowledge of key issues affecting carers.
• Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office products and outstanding organisation skills.
• Ability to demonstrate effective communication and develop/maintain relationships.
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential data and to recognise the need for discretion and confidentiality.
• Resilience - able to work with people who may be distressed, and to discuss experiences of a sensitive nature.
• Ability to identify the need to escalate concerns to appropriate personnel to maintain patient safety.

Desirable

• Knowledge of legislation and best practice in relation to carers.

Personal attributes

Essential

• Proactive, takes own initiative. Flexible, responsive approach to work
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently and prioritise a demanding workload.
• Able to listen and be objective; non-judgemental.
• Ability to relate to people at all levels, and to deal with senior colleagues and a range of external stakeholders with confidence.

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Helier Hospital

Wrythe Lane

Sutton

SM5 1AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• oDegree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
• oHPC Registration
• oWorking at Masters level as demonstrated by on-going CPD i.e. Masters level accreditation, lecturing on Masters level courses and research / publications
• oEvidence of post registration training in respiratory physiotherapy and management

Desirable

• oRecognised post graduate qualification e.g. MSc Respiratory Physiology
• oMembership of a special interest group
• oMember of relevant appropriate multi professional interest group e.g. BTS
• oLeadership Training
• oPost-graduate management training

Experience

Essential

• oMinimum 4 years post registration experience
• oMinimum 2 years experience in specialist cardiorespiratory care including cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation
• oHigh level of experience of complex discharge planning
• oBroad knowledge & experience of a wide range of approaches to the management of patients across a number of respiratory specialities including critical care settings, demonstrated by advanced clinical reasoning
• oHigh level of knowledge in the application of all respiratory modalities including invasive and non-invasive respiratory support
• oHigh level of knowledge of tracheostomy management including development of weaning strategies
• oPrevious experience of student supervision and clinical education
• oPrevious experience of formal presentations to multi professional groups
• oEvidence of continued professional development, reviewing current practise and research developments within cardiorespiratory, with application to clinical practise
• oUnderstanding of research methodology
• oDemonstrated understanding of the role of physiotherapy within the evolving health environment
• oClear understanding of other disciplines' roles and expectations
• oUnderstanding of all aspects of Clinical Governance including previous experience of quality issues, audit and risk management

Desirable

• oPrevious experience as a Highly specialist physiotherapist (or equivalent ) in a teaching hospital environment
• oInvolved in developing research links with other academic institutions
• oInvolved in teaching to the multi-disciplinary team as well as evaluating and auditing

Skills

Essential

• oRemains Updated with professional practice and new research
• oUnderstand the legal responsibilities of the profession
• oAble to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner
• oAbility to organise, prioritise and delegate
• oWillingness to lead staff training
• oAbility to work with multi-interdisciplinary team and set team goals
• oAwareness of skill mix and service needs
• oUnderstanding of Clinical Governance and the implications for physiotherapy services including experience of quality issues and audit
• oAbility to comprehend and work within the Trust's policies of Data Protection, Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety to meet the differing needs of the patients
• oAbility to keep legible and accurate notes in English in the POMR system
• oRemains updated on professional practice and new research
• oShow evidence of being self-motivated
• oAble to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
• oAbility to cope with working in a stressful and unpredictable environment.
• oResearch skills
• oAbility to lead and motivate others

Desirable

• oCompetent IT skills
• oPresentation skills
• oAbility to run courses - internal/external
• oCommittee membership e.g. Health & Safety

Knowledge

Essential

• oExperience in service development
• oSpecialist knowledge of the holistic treatment and management of heart failure
• oBroad knowledge and understanding of the impact and management frailty

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge of the holistic treatment and management of acute heart failure

Other

Essential

• oPhysically fit and able to comply with Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
• oAble to perform emergency duties
• oProfessional demeanour
• oAble to alter their working patterns to include working extended hours (between 8am and 8pm Monday to Friday), unsociable hours (8pm to 8am Monday to Friday) and weekend working (8pm Friday to 8am Monday). This may be via additional on-call hours, shift pattern or another 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.

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George’s Hospital

Blackshaw Road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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