Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note for a specific detailed job description for this vacancy please see attached job description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *HCPC/RCOT Registered OT
• *Evidence of experience working within the frail or elderly patient cohort
• *Evidence of post registration CPD/ post registration qualification in an appropriate area relevant to banding

Desirable

• *Evidence of falls specialist experience
• *Evidence of leadership training/experience
• *Health assessment qualification
• *Evidence of experience supporting students

Experience

Essential

• *Demonstrates relevant and recent clinical experience enabling the post holder to assess and manage a caseload of patients with complex needs.
• *Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team setting within a complex health care setting.
• *Experience of working in a community setting
• *Experience of comprehensive clinical assessment of patients
• *Knowledge of safeguarding issues/ procedures
• *Experience in learning from incidents /complaints and supporting changes in practice
• *Experienced in supporting the development and delivering education / training of junior staff / others
• *Experience of clinical audit / monitoring of standards / practice / benchmarking
• *Sound understanding of evidence based practice and its application
• *Knowledge of corporate and clinical governance

Desirable

• *Knowledge of professional priorities and issues relating to NHS care provision
• *Specific experience in Falls prevention

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *An ability to cope with a range of complex options, find solutions, analyse, compare and decide on appropriate course of action
• *Ability to communicate with a wide range of health care professionals, on a variety of complex and sensitive issues
• *Ability to work autonomously , manage / prioritise own workload across competing priorities
• *Ability to demonstrate sound clinical judgment and decision making , supported by theoretical knowledge
• *Ability to deliver evidence based care that is responsive to the needs of patients and carers
• *Ability to work in partnership with patient / carers and other health and social care professionals
• *Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with colleagues, patients, the public and others
• *Ability to work under pressure , manage and prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• *Be IT literate to a good standard and willingness to develop IT skills for audit and data collection and to find and appraise evidence
• *Flexible to meet the needs of the service
• *An ability to cope with moving / manoeuvring patients / equipment on a daily basis
• *An ability to frequently concentrate on patient assessments and treatments
• *An ability to concentrate and produce comprehensive documentation following an initial assessment
• *An ability to cope with occasional exposure to distressing/emotional situations
• *Be able to work within the requirements of the 7 day working scheme which will include weekend working
• *To possess a full category B car driving licence preferably clean or with no more than a maximum of 3 points
• *Able to manage a combination of mobile working and working from base location
• *To work within core service hours (8am -- 4pm) managing clinical caseload and own time effectively.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Solihull Hospital

Lode Ln

Solihull

West Midlands

B91 2JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Post Graduate qualification in Ergonomics / Human Factors (diploma level - minimum) or equivalent relevant experience
• *Ability to work to MSc level of education for ongoing study at University or willingness to achieve this
• and / or
• *Professional qualification (Nursing; Allied health professional (AHP); Ergonomist) or equivalent qualification with current NMC / HCPC registration

Desirable

• *Award in Education and Training (AET) -- minimum
• *IOSH Managing Safely
• *Coaching and/or Mentorship qualifications
• *Membership of Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors, Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Occupational Health or National Back Exchange

Experience

Essential

• *Evidence of participating with risk assessment and knowledge of control measures
• *Awareness of musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace and their management
• *Experience of data collection, analysis and production of reports
• *Knowledge and experience of IT packages e.g. Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Teams.
• *Evidence of ability to produce clear, accurate written verbal and electronic reports (alphanumeric)
• *Demonstrate experience in managing/ supervising others

Desirable

• *Understanding of manual handling / ergonomics, particularly in relation to health or social care settings
• *Knowledge of audit and research processes
• *Project management
• *Ability to demonstrate knowledge of current manual handling and ergonomics legislation
• Evidence of continuous professional development in current area of work

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Punctual
• *Reliable
• *Ability to work flexibly. This includes working out of hours and at weekends as part of a 7 day working pattern (when appropriate service delivery allows and commences)
• *Able to commute from home to allocated sites for the start of shifts; the team may be asked to travel to different locations during the day by trust transport

Desirable

• *Desire to develop and continually improve specialist 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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note for a specific detailed job description for this vacancy please see attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * BSc or Equivalent in Physiotherapy
• * HCPC Registered
• * MSK Work Based Training
• * Evidence of on-going CPD

Desirable

• * MCSP
• * Accredited MSK Training
• * Accredited Specialist Training (Acupuncture/APPI)
• * Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Experience

Essential

• * NHS experience
• * Musculoskeletal significant experience >
• * Evidence of participating/ delivering training
• * Supervision of students
• * Evidence of mentoring

Desirable

• * Clinical and/or operation audits
• * Delivering class-based treatments
• * Comprehensive knowledge of UHB Trust initiatives
• * Evidence of a service development project

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelmsley Wood Primary Care Centre

6 Crabtree Dr, Fordbridge

Birmingham

West Midlands

B37 5BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note for a specific detailed job description for this vacancy please see attached job description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * Professional knowledge acquired through degree, Post Graduate Doctorate Qualification, CPD, clinical supervision of practice and experience.
• * Qualification in own field of expertise.
• * HCPC registration in own clinical speciality

Desirable

• * Additional demonstrated interest in Autism Spectrum Disorders
• * Formal training in ADI-R, 3Di ,DISCO ADOS

Experience

Essential

• * Experience of working with children aged 0-18 years and with children with complex additional needs
• * Specific experience of working with children with complex needs.
• * Experience of working with children with complex Speech Language and Communication difficulties
• * Experience of a wide range of young people and families presenting with high levels of complexity and difficulty
• * Detailed working knowledge of child development
• * Significant years clinical experience of working within a multi disciplinary, multi-agency context
• * Experience of working with families from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds.
• * Experience of using a wide range of profession specific tests

Desirable

• * Previous experience of working within a specialist ASD diagnostic service
• * Experience of delivering potentially distressing information to parents/carers. /families
• * Experience of working within a multi agency service with a high volume of work and clinical pressures.

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelmsley Wood Primary Care Centre

6 Crabtree Dr, Fordbridge

Birmingham

West Midlands

B37 5BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note for a specific detailed job description for this vacancy please see attached job description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
• * Completion of RCSLT newly qualified practitioner competencies
• * Current registration with Health Professions Council
• * Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

Desirable

• * Evidence of leadership training.
• * Attendance at Clinical Educators Course.

Experience

Essential

• * Postgraduate experience in relevant clinical areas
• * Competence in advanced dysphagia and communication assessment and management
• * Well-established knowledge of assessment tools and a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
• * Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group)

Desirable

• * Experience of teaching SLT students
• * Experience of mentoring/ training junior staff
• * Experience of involvement in Clinical Governance/ Audit programme
• * Awareness of national drivers, policies and procedures (relevant to the client group) and their implications for SLT
• * Awareness of current research relevant to the client group
• * Understanding of the principles of clinical governance /audit

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelmsley Wood Primary Care Centre

6 Crabtree Dr, Fordbridge

Birmingham

West Midlands

B37 5BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *GCSEs -- Mathematics and English (Grade B/5) and four other subjects including Science (Grade C/4)
• Or
• *GCSEs: Mathematics, English and Science (Grade C/4 or equivalent) and two other GCSEs (Grade C/4) and successful achievement of the pharmacy service skills Level 2 NVQ qualification (or equivalent)
• Or
• *Three A levels, one of which is a relevant science subject and Mathematics B/5 (GCSE or equivalent)
• Or
• *Degree in science or humanities and Mathematics B/5 (GCSE or equivalent)
• *Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians
• Or
• *BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science and Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills
• or equivalent as defined by the General Pharmaceutical Council
• *Dispensing Accuracy Accreditation, West Midland's scheme or equivalent
• *Evidence of Continued Professional Development
• *Professional Registration with the GPhC
• *Accredited Checking Technician (National Framework)

Desirable

• *Accredited Checking Technician (National Framework)

Experience

Essential

• *Experience in Pharmacy pre-qualification
• *Currently practicing as a band 4 pharmacy technician / equivalent or above with post-qualification experience within an acute setting
• *The ability to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge and the relevant practical experience for the post
• *Significant experience within a pharmacy setting
• *Experience of the specialist function for area of responsibility
• *Experience of organising other grades of staff and their workload
• *Experienced in working to policies and procedures
• *Significant experience within a hospital pharmacy setting
• *Understanding of Good Distribution Practice (GDP)
• *Health and Safety at Work and COSHH
• *Understanding of dispensing, stock control, supply and I.T systems and processes
• *Knowledge of Code of Practice / Customer Care
• *Knowledge of medicines, side effects and where to find further information
• *Knowledge of practices, policies and procedures associated with the job
• *Understands the need for delivering a cost effective service and the required work practices to reduce waste

Desirable

• *Experience working as a Clinical Pharmacy Technician or similar capacity
• *Deputising for senior personnel, co-ordinating daily work flow including situational staff management
• *Experience in setting up new working practices or procedures
• *Participation in the training and mentoring of staff
• *Understanding of ward environment

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Able to demonstrate clear thinking, assess and solve simple problems
• *Takes responsibility for own work/actions and contribution to the team success
• *Able to communicate at an appropriate level complex information verbally, written or electronically as required
• *Able to manage own time and tasks effectively to achieve objective
• *Able to identify customer needs and deliver service to required level
• *Demonstrates IT and keyboard skills including e-mail, word-processing
• *Able to set work objectives for others supporting with training and mentoring. Managing deviation from objectives and timescales
• *Demonstrates suitable interpersonal skills to work with other healthcare professionals and meet patient needs
• *Motivates self and others
• *Has knowledge and skills to advise patients on use of medicines at an appropriate level to support their treatment/care
• *Recognises when issues/activities fall out of their scope and/or ability refers appropriately
• *Demonstrates initiative
• *Able to assess staff performance and provide constructive feedback
• *Understands need for and is able to work to defined procedures
• *Demonstrates ability to guide, support and train other members of staff
• *Adaptable to change
• *Ability to work in a team
• *Enthusiastic, reliable and trustworthy and displays a mature attitude
• *Good time management
• *Careful and accurate in work
• *Able to demonstrate discretion and diplomacy
• *Fair and objective
• *Flexible to the demands of the post, the needs of the pharmacy service and other staff
• *Good team player and able to motive others
• *Self-motivated and sound use of own initiative
• *Keen to improve and develop the pharmacy service and committed to the concept of technician-led services
• *Keen to develop own person skill and use these for the benefit of others
• *Able to demonstrate timely referral to senior staff appropriately
• *Ability to travel to other Trust sites
• *Flexible to work in accordance with service needs
• *Committed to abide by the Trust Vision and Values

Desirable

• *Capable of developing and implementing SOPs in conjunction with the line manager
• *Able to assess staff performance and provide constructive feedback
• *Demonstrates ability to undertake a variety of tasks
• *Demonstrates ability to instruct junior staff on dispensing of complicated drug regimens / clinical trials dispensing and unlicensed products
• *Awareness of future developments within Pharmacy

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSE ( Grade 4 in Maths & English)
• 3 A Levels or Degree (2.2) or AAT (Level 3 ) or equivalent.
• The post holder must be willing and meet the criteria to be able to follow a course of study to complete professional CCAB equivalent accounting qualifications i.e. either ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA.

Experience

Essential

• Practical application of basic accounting concepts and techniques.
• Able to work well in a team.
• Ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of basic accounting concepts and techniques and communicate them to others (including non-finance staff)

Desirable

• Experience in a financial role in a large and complex organisation.
• Experience of working in a busy office environment -- able to work accurately under pressure.
• Experience of working within NHS Finance
• Basic knowledge of the NHS

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Good communication skills -- both verbal and written
• Time management skills, ability to work on own initiative
• Computer literate -- able to design own spreadsheets/database models to provide analysis/solutions to problems
• Displays smart appearance and integrity.
• Reliable, punctual, pro-active approach. Ability to travel to fulfil the role, both between hospital sites and elsewhere, as required.

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Regent Court

Second Floor, 14, George Road

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 1NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSE ( Grade 4 in Maths & English)
• 3 A Levels or Degree (2.2) or AAT (Level 3 ) or equivalent.
• The post holder must be willing and meet the criteria to be able to follow a course of study to complete professional CCAB equivalent accounting qualifications i.e. either ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA.

Experience

Essential

• Practical application of basic accounting concepts and techniques.
• Able to work well in a team.
• Ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of basic accounting concepts and techniques and communicate them to others (including non-finance staff)

Desirable

• Experience in a financial role in a large and complex organisation.
• Experience of working in a busy office environment -- able to work accurately under pressure.
• Experience of working within NHS Finance
• Basic knowledge of the NHS

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Displays smart appearance and integrity.
• Reliable, punctual, pro-active approach. Ability to travel to fulfil the role, both between hospital sites and elsewhere, as required.

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Regent Court

Second Floor, 14, George Road

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 1NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Education to GCSE level or equivalent including English and maths at grade C or above
• *Able to demonstrate competence in maths and written and spoken English
• *Educated to A Level / NVQ 4/ BTEC or equivalent (e.g. NVQ 3 or similar vocational qualification PLUS substantive experience working in a care setting)
• *Care certificate or be willing to work towards this

Desirable

• *Evidence of recent education / personal development related to Healthcare.
• *Demonstrated has been proactive with continuing professional development

Experience

Essential

• *Comprehensive experience supporting therapists in a relevant clinical setting
• *Comprehensive experience of delivering acute inpatient rehabilitation programmes across a variety of clinical settings with evidence of MDT collaboration and hospital discharge planning
• *Can demonstrate an in depth understanding of relevant areas of therapy, the effect of illness/clinical conditions / disability on function and health and basic aims of rehabilitation
• *Comprehensive experience as a therapy assistant
• *Understanding of confidentiality and data protection in healthcare

Desirable

• *Experience of communicating with and motivating patients who may have communication difficulties
• *Experience of working in Acute Hospital Setting
• *Good understanding of working environment --healthcare/NHS/UHB trust/acute care/community as applicable

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Able to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
• *Enthusiasm to work as a therapy assistant within team
• *Ability to take responsibility under guidance
• *Know own limitations and role boundaries
• *Able to seek support from others when required
• *Able to deal with potentially upsetting clinical settings/situations
• *Demonstrates empathy to a wide range of patients, carers, staff
• *Demonstrates commitment to patient centred care
• *Reliable and trustworthy
• *Able to work under pressure Demonstrates commitment to work flexibly to meet the challenging demands of the service
• *Ability to contribute to weekend working and evening ward cover, as required.

Desirable

• *Willingness to participate and at times lead in departmental activities i.e. group supervision, course development, delivery of training
• *Demonstrates a commitment to CPD

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Solihull Hospital

Lode Ln

Solihull

West Midlands

B91 2JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma / degree in Physiotherapy.
• * Registered with Healthcare Professions
• Council (HCPC).
• * A levels or equivalent qualification.
• * Good standard of general education
• including GCSE Maths and English grade
• C and above.
• * Evidence of CPD including recent post
• graduate training relevant to clinical
• speciality.

Desirable

• Member of specialist interest group.
• Attendance at Clinical Educators course.

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience at Band 6 working
• with patients with a variety of acute and
• chronic conditions.
• * Demonstrates clinical experience
• enabling the post holder to manage a
• caseload of patients within this
• speciality.
• * Experience of working on a
• physiotherapy on-call service.
• * Supervision of student physiotherapists
• and assistants.
• * Demonstration of specialist knowledge in
• physiotherapy and specialist area, across
• the range of procedures and working
• practices, with the appropriate
• theoretical and practical experience.
• * Attendance at post graduate courses
• relevant to the specialist area and
• physiotherapy.
• * CPD portfolio showing evidence of
• attendance at mandatory training and
• evidence of in-service training.
• * Evidence of audit / R&D activity on a
• regular basis.

Desirable

• Relevant experience of working within
• speciality area and patients.
• Knowledge of physiotherapy techniques
• relevant to specialist area.
• Attendance at post-graduate training in
• speciality area.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Able to contribute to 7-day weekend
• working, extended hours and out of
• hours overnight on call respiratory
• physiotherapy service (including NIV).

Desirable

• Demonstrate an interest in promoting
• physiotherapy to health professionals and
• other agencies.

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
• *Completion of RCSLT newly qualified practitioner competencies
• *Current registration with Health Professions Council
• *Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

Desirable

• *Evidence of leadership training.
• *Attendance at Clinical Educators Course.
• *VF / FEES trained

Experience

Essential

• *Postgraduate experience in relevant clinical areas
• *Competence in advanced dysphagia and communication assessment and management
• *Well-established knowledge of assessment tools and a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
• *Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group)

Desirable

• *Experience of teaching SLT students
• *Experience of mentoring/ training junior staff
• *Experience of involvement in Clinical Governance/ Audit programme
• *Awareness of national drivers, policies and procedures (relevant to the client group) and their implications for SLT
• *Awareness of current research relevant to the client group
• *Understanding of the principles of clinical governance /audit

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Experience of teaching SLT students
• *Experience of mentoring/ training junior staff
• *Experience of involvement in Clinical Governance/ Audit programme
• *Awareness of national drivers, policies and procedures (relevant to the client group) and their implications for SLT
• *Awareness of current research relevant to the client group
• *Understanding of the principles of clinical governance /audit
• *Demonstrate enthusiasm for the specialist area.
• *Demonstrate a professional attitude.
• *An ability to cope with occasional exposure to distressing/emotional situations.
• *Demonstrate an interest in developing expertise within the clinical areas.
• *Able to work cross site if the service requires
• *Post holders will be required to participate in therapies 7 day working rotas.

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Good Hope Hospital

Rectory Rd

Sutton Coldfield

West Midlands

B75 7RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Meets Trust numeracy and literacy test requirements
• *NVQ 2 or equivalent Trust based competency

Desirable

• *Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• *Evidence of working with the General Public
• *All job related training will be provided

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Good communication skills
• *Uses initiative and discretion
• *Demonstrates the capacity to maintain a professional and courteous conduct in difficult/contentious situations
• *Keen to learn and able to use own initiative

Desirable

• *Basic IT skills
• *IV Cannulation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Qualified Radiographer (e.g. Diploma of the College of Radiographers -- Therapy / Degree in Therapeutic Radiography).
• *Current state registration.
• *Professional knowledge acquired through degree, post graduate study and significant experience in a specialist field to master's level or equivalent or willingness to work towards.
• *Attendance of recent relevant post graduate courses and study days.
• *Evidence of ongoing commitment to continuing professional development and progression of specialist expertise.

Experience

Essential

• *Experience of working clinically at a senior radiographer grade with evidence of leading and organising a team of radiographers.
• *Significant post graduate experience on a wide range of radiotherapy equipment to include recent and extensive experience at management level.
• *Experience in assessing and teaching radiographers and trainee radiographers.
• *Experience of developing staff clinically and professionally.
• *Specialist knowledge of cancer pathology and disease patterns.
• *Specialist knowledge of clinical radiotherapy including potential radiation risks, acute patient side effects and their effective management.
• *An active awareness of relevant legislation, national cancer standards and professional guidelines.
• *Comprehensive understanding of IR(ME)R in relation to radiotherapy.

Desirable

• *Experience of undertaking clinical audits and surveys.
• *Experience of change management.
• *Experience of workforce planning.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Ability to communicate articulately (written, verbal and non-verbal) and provide information across professional boundaries.
• *Excellent computer skills with proven ability of interrogating the oncology management system.
• *Proven leadership, organisational and decision-making skills.
• *Demonstrable reasoning skills and an ability to use initiative and judgement in situations where there is a variance from routine/expected.
• *Able to assimilate information and formulate ideas / projects / developments.
• *Flexibility and the willingness to undertake a wide range of duties with the ability to work in all areas of the department.
• *Ability to participate in extended hours and bank holiday 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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or recognised MSc degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Membership of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Current registration with HCPC.
• Completed RCSLT Level C/ EDS Level 5 dysphagia competencies (or above).
• Completed RCSLT NQP competencies.

Desirable

• Advanced competencies such as SVR, tracheostomy, FEES or videofluoroscopy.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within an adult inpatient setting.
• Experience of working independently with adult dysphagia caseload.
• Experience of working successfully as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of assessment and management of dysphagia, dysarthria, dyspraxia, dysphonia, and dysphasia.
• Experience working with the speciality caseload.
• Experience of holding own clinical caseload.

Desirable

• Membership of a relevant Clinical Excellence Network (CEN).
• Experience supervising or training junior colleagues.
• Experience of working within the NHS.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Theoretical and practical knowledge of dysphagia, dysarthria, dyspraxia and dysphonia and dysphasia.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of treatment and management of patients with a range of acute and/or long-term progressive conditions.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Ability to communicate sensitive and complex information effectively.
• An awareness of the appropriate use of counselling skills.
• Excellent skills of persuasion, motivation, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills with people who have significant and complex communication and or swallowing difficulties.
• Systematic and organised.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability and passion to be involved with service development.
• Ability and passion to support and supervise junior members of the team.
• Keen to embrace change and work flexibly to support the patient caseload and wider team.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Ability to use required IT systems effectively.
• Ability to work weekends as part of a 7 day working pattern (when appropriate service delivery allows and commences).

Desirable

• Ability to communicate in more than one language (e.g. bilingual)

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or recognised MSc degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Membership of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Registration with HCPC, or due to have within 3 months of interview.

Desirable

• Completed RCSLT Level C/Level 5 dysphagia competencies.
• Completed RCSLT NQP competencies.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working, or clinical SLT placement, with an adult caseload.
• Experience of working successfully as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience of working or clinical placement with adult dysphagia caseload.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of assessment and management of dysphagia, dysarthria, dyspraxia, dysphonia, and dysphasia.

Desirable

• Membership of a relevant Clinical Excellence Network (CEN).
• Experience of holding own clinical caseload.
• Experience of working within the NHS.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Theoretical and practical knowledge of dysphagia, dysarthria, dyspraxia and dysphonia and dysphasia.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Ability to communicate sensitive and complex information effectively.
• An awareness of the appropriate use of counselling skills.
• Excellent skills of persuasion, motivation, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills with people who have significant and complex communication and or swallowing difficulties.
• Systematic and organised.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Keen to embrace change and work flexibly to support the patient caseload and wider team.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Ability to use required IT systems effectively.
• Ability to work weekends as part of a 7 day working pattern (when appropriate service delivery allows and commences).

Desirable

• Theoretical and practical knowledge of treatment and management of patients with a range of acute and/or long-term progressive conditions.
• Ability and passion to be involved with service development.
• Ability to communicate in more than one language (e.g. bilingual)

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Appropriate Physiotherapy or professional qualification e.g., MCSP/ BSc or MSc.
• *Registration with Health Care Professions Council
• *CSP or equivalent professional registration
• *Evidence of commitment to advanced clinical and non-clinical continued professional development within own speciality, e.g., post registration training, management / Leadership competencies and evidence of a detailed personal development portfolio
• *Relevant, accredited, postgraduate education/courses in relevant areas of physiotherapy

Desirable

• *Post registration MSc modules in areas relevant to leadership & management and clinical area.
• *Attended student educator course.
• *Membership of relevant special interest groups.

Experience

Essential

• *Significant post registration experience of which considerable experience has been within intensive care, surgery and respiratory specialties within an acute NHS organisation. To include experience of treating acute and chronic conditions.
• *Experience of staff management including supervision and of development and performance management of staff.
• *Significant experience in education and clinical training of others.
• *Some experience of clinical/service evaluation
• *Proficient knowledge and skill in the specialist assessment and treatment of a wide range of complex acute trauma patients
• *Excellent knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• *Awareness of current evidence in Cardiothoracic physiotherapy and application to clinical practice, using advanced clinical reasoning skills.
• *Good understanding of IT systems and its application to clinical practice.

Desirable

• *Experience working with Cardiothoracic Transplant patients
• *Good knowledge and application of all areas of Clinical Governance including Quality, Audit and Risk management.
• *Understands the legal responsibilities of the profession.
• *Good understanding of principles of data and statistics and experience of their use in evaluation of service delivery
• *Knowledge and understanding of the research process.
• *Teaching experience to university students and multi-professional groups with evidence of ability to deliver high quality presentations.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Ability to work autonomously within specialist clinical area & undertake clinical analysis and reasoning skills in the assessment and treatment of cardiorespiratory patients.
• *To be able to apply broad standards & guidelines to own practice.
• *Well-developed specialist therapeutic handling skill relevant to this specialty.
• *Leadership and influential skills, able to lead and command confidence in senior therapists, consultants, senior nurses and managers within and related to Cardiothoracic services
• *Able to demonstrate the ability to select and apply a wide range of treatment options for a range of clinical presentations.
• *Good verbal & written skills; able to communicate complex clinical information in a clear and logical manner to patients, colleagues and other healthcare professional concerning a wide range of clinical situations.
• *Proven organisational skills including prioritisation and delegation.
• *On-call skills and able to provide advice and patient assessment as a lone physiotherapist in an on-call situation
• *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 patients.
• *Ability to work weekends and on call as part of the physiotherapy emergency duty rota and & days ( when appropriate service delivery allows and commences).
• *Strong sense of professional integrity, and compliance with Trust vision and values.
• *Ability to be self-motivated and to motivate team.
• *Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• *Reliable, good attendance record.
• *Physically fit and resilient, able to meet the physical and emotional demands of the post.
• *Able and willing to work flexibly in order to meet service priorities.
• *Excellent time management and organisational skills and able to meet deadlines and targets.
• *Excellent problem solving skills.

Desirable

• *Ability to constructively challenge current practice and identify opportunity to develop, implement and facilitate change in practice by others.
• *Good teaching, supervisory and appraisal skills
• *Able to interpret and analyse a range of policy, clinical guidelines and data and their relevance for practice.
• *Driving licence

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Appropriate Physiotherapy or professional qualification e.g. MCSP/ BSc or MSc.
• *Registration with Health Care Professions Council
• *CSP or equivalent professional registration
• *Evidence of commitment to advanced clinical and non-clinical continued professional development within own speciality, e.g. post registration training, management / Leadership competencies and evidence of a detailed personal development portfolio
• *Relevant, accredited, postgraduate education/courses in relevant areas of physiotherapy

Desirable

• *Post registration MSc modules in areas relevant to leadership & management and neurosciences.
• *Attended student educator course
• *Membership of relevant special interest groups.

Experience

Essential

• *Significant post registration experience of which considerable experience has been within in patient neurosciences as a senior physiotherapist in a NHS organisation. To include experience of working with neurosurgery, neurology, major trauma, spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries.
• *Experience of staff management including supervision and of development and performance management of staff.
• *Significant experience in education and clinical training of others.
• *Some experience of clinical/service evaluation
• *Proficient knowledge and skill in the specialist assessment and treatment of a wide range of complex acute neuroscience patients
• *Excellent knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• *Awareness of current evidence in neurosciences, major trauma and neuro physiotherapy and application to clinical practice, using advanced clinical reasoning skills.
• *Good understanding of IT systems and its application to clinical practice.

Desirable

• *Good knowledge and application of all areas of Clinical Governance including Quality, Audit and Risk management
• *Understands the legal responsibilities of the profession
• *Good understanding of principles of data and statistics and experience of their use in evaluation of service delivery
• *Knowledge and understanding of the research process.
• *Teaching experience to university students and multi-professional groups with evidence of ability to deliver high quality presentations

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Ability to work autonomously within specialist clinical area & undertake clinical analysis and reasoning skills in the assessment and treatment of neurosurgery and neurology patients.
• *To be able to apply broad standards & guidelines to own practice.
• *Well-developed specialist therapeutic handling skill relevant to this specialty.
• *Leadership and influential skills, able to lead and command confidence in senior therapists, consultants, senior nurses and managers within and related to neuroscience services
• *Able to demonstrate the ability to select and apply a wide range treatment options for a range of clinical presentations.
• *Good verbal & written skills; able to communicate complex clinical information in a clear and logical manner to patients, colleagues and other healthcare professional concerning a wide range of clinical situations.
• *Proven organisational skills including prioritisation and delegation
• *On-call skills and able to provide advice and patient assessment as a lone physiotherapist in an on-call situation
• *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 patients.
• *Ability to work weekends and on call as part of the physiotherapy emergency duty rota.
• *Strong sense of professional integrity, and compliance with Trust vision and values.
• *Ability to be self-motivated and to motivate team.
• *Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• *Reliable, good attendance record.
• *Physically fit and resilient, able to meet the physical and emotional demands of the post.
• *Able and willing to work flexibly in order to meet service priorities.
• *Excellent time management and organisational skills and able to meet deadlines and targets
• *Excellent problem solving skills

Desirable

• *Ability to constructively challenge current practice and identify opportunity to develop, implement and facilitate change in practice by others.
• *Good teaching, supervisory and appraisal skills
• *Able to interpret and analyse a range of policy, clinical guidelines and data and their relevance for practice.
• *Driving licence

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *A-Levels or NVQ3 or equivalent
• *5 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English language and mathematics

Experience

Essential

• *Knowledge of information governance, health and safety, infection control, safeguarding

Desirable

• *Experience of working in eye care
• *Experience of delivering technicianled ophthalmic services
• *Experience working with adults including adults who have significant sensory impairment or learning difficulties
• *Experience of working within the NHS
• *Technical knowledge of how to set up and operate Humphrey analysers and how to modify testing to ensure accuracy of the results obtained
• *Knowledge of refractive errors and how they are corrected with spectacles
• *Technical knowledge of how to operate manual and automated lens analyser to assess single vision, bifocal and varifocal lenses
• *Knowledge of how to select the most appropriate method for assessing visual acuity taking into account the ability and understanding of individual patients

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Excellent hand / eye coordination, dexterity and speed when performing clinical investigations
• *Innovative approach to work and must be able to respond quickly to changes in working practice
• *Sound problem solving skills
• *Ability to follow protocols accurately and to work under sustained pressure whilst maintaining high levels of concentration
• *Ability to write clearly and interpret instructions
• *Ability to keep and maintain detailed patient records at all times
• *Ability to maintain and utilise department and Trust information systems and ensure the accuracy of the information held
• *Experience using microsoft office
• *Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and evolve professional relationships with staff at all levels
• *Excellent communication skills (verbal and non-verbal) and ability to overcome barriers to communication that may relate to language / hearing / vision / age / intelligence
• *Ability to demonstrate well developed communication and persuasion skills needed to work with patients with long-term conditions that may require a lifetime of regular hospital attendance and treatment
• *Willingness to acquire and develop new skills by attending training/short courses in the field of Ophthalmology
• *Willingness to undertake self-study in the field of Ophthalmology as appropriate
• *Willingness to attend external training courses and demonstrable commitment to personal development
• *Willingness to complete on the job training in the field of Ophthalmology
• *Must be able to identify own limitations in theoretical and practical skills and thus when to seek the advice of a senior colleague
• *Self- motivated with strong commitment to high standard of patient care
• *Methodical, well organised and efficient
• *Effective time manager and able to prioritise own workload
• *Must demonstrate a pleasant, helpful disposition at all times and be able to make decisions and resolve problems
• *Ability to manage challenging complex cases where patients are distressed
• *Ability to work successfully as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• *Flexibility over sessions worked as this post may involve some Saturday and evening working
• *Cross site working will be expected

Desirable

• *Previous experience using automated perimetry in line with set competency standards
• *Ability to take OCT / OCT-A scans
• *Ability to use Optos, Kowa, Anterion
• *Ability to run a technician-led clinic
• *Experience using Medisoft/Medisight/ clinical portal

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Diploma / degree in Physiotherapy.
• *Registered with Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC).
• *A levels or equivalent qualification.
• *Good standard of general education including GCSE Maths and English grade C and above.
• *Evidence of CPD including recent post graduate training relevant to clinical speciality.

Desirable

• *Member of specialist interest group.
• *Attendance at Clinical Educators course.

Experience

Essential

• *Demonstrates clinical experience enabling the post holder to manage a caseload of patients within this speciality / within the NHS with experience of elderly and frail elderly, respiratory, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions.
• *Experience of working with student physiotherapists and assistants.
• *An ability to analyse clinical and non-clinical complex facts and situations, which require the interpretation and comparison of a range of options.
• *An ability to plan, organise, formulate and adjust complex plans.
• *An ability to supervise and delegate work to physiotherapists, assistants and students.

Desirable

• *It is desirable that the candidate will have had some experience within speciality area.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *An ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive and contentious information.
• *An ability to empathise and reassure.
• *An ability to persuade, motivate and negotiate.
• *An ability to communicate where there are barriers to understanding.
• *An ability to contribute to the clinical education of less experienced staff, students or assistants.
• *Demonstrate enthusiasm, vision and a desire to achieve.
• *Committed to developing expertise within physiotherapy and clinical speciality.
• *Demonstrate a forward-thinking and professional attitude.
• *An ability to cope with moving/manoeuvring patients/equipment on a daily basis.
• *An ability to cope with frequent exposure to distressing /emotional situations.
• *An ability to work as team leader, as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• *An ability to motivate and develop the team.

Desirable

• *Demonstrate an interest in promoting physiotherapy to health professionals and other agencies.

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Good Hope Hospital

Rectory Rd

Sutton Coldfield

West Midlands

B75 7RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Experience

Essential

• *Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chemsley Wood Primary Care Centre

6 Crabtree Dr, Fordbridge

Birmingham

West Midlands

B37 5BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Good General Education (e.g. GCSE English and Maths A-C) or GCSE Level 9-4

Experience

Essential

• *Experience of working with a range of Microsoft Office packages (e.g. Word, Excel and Outlook)
• *Experience of using IT systems
• *Experience of working in a busy office / customer care environment
• *Experience with Data inputting
• *Telephone and reception experience

Desirable

• *Experience working in an Occupational Health Service
• *Administrative experience

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Good communication / customer care skills both written and verbal demonstrating sympathy and compassion
• *Standard keyboard / IT skills
• *Good organisation skills and ability to multitask
• *Good time management skills
• *Ability to deal professionally with enquiries from staff, service users and stakeholders
• *Ability to problem solve
• *Understand confidentiality and apply the principles in every day working practice
• *Ability to pay attention to detail where there are predictable interruptions to the work pattern
• *Ability to deal with stressful situations and sensitive issues
• *Work effectively and flexibly as part of a team to meet the needs of the service
• *Confident in dealing with people at all levels
• *Ability to work across the different sites when required

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Sound basic education to GCSE or equivalent including English at grade C or above.
• *Evidence of recent education/ personal development
• *Educated to A level/NVQ 3 or equivalent (e.g. NVQ 2 or similar vocational qualification plus extensive experience working in a clinical area)
• *Care certificate or be willing to work towards this

Experience

Essential

• *Relevant therapy/health/clinical experience
• *Experience of communicating with and motivating patients who may have communication difficulties
• *Evidence of ability to work under own initiative and under minimal supervision
• *Experience of carrying out assigned duties after training

Desirable

• *Experience of working in a role supporting therapists
• *Experience of working with the relevant patient group

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• *Physical skills and fitness including dexterity and coordination needed for manual handling and treatment of patients
• *Basic IT and keyboard skills, knowledge of Excel
• *Good organisation and prioritising skills
• *Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the role and the tasks involved
• *Able to solve problems and contribute own ideas seeking guidance if necessary
• *Can demonstrate a broad understanding of relevant areas of Therapy and the effect of illness / clinical condition / disability on function and health
• *Good understanding of the role of a generic therapy assistant
• *Broad understanding of working in outpatients and in the context of an acute Trust
• *Ability to take responsibility under guidance
• *Able to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
• *Know own limitations and role boundaries
• *Willingness to learn new skills
• *Enthusiasm to work as a therapy assistant
• *Good attendance record
• *Able to contribute to evening clinic cover and flexible working hours

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note for a specific detailed job description for this vacancy please see attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * GCSEs -- Mathematics and English (Grade B/5) and four other subjects including Science (Grade C/4)
• Or
• * GCSEs: Mathematics, English and Science (Grade C/4 or equivalent) and two other GCSEs (Grade C/4) and successful achievement of the pharmacy service skills Level 2 NVQ qualification (or equivalent)
• Or
• * Three A levels, one of which is a relevant science subject and Mathematics B/5 (GCSE or equivalent)
• Or
• * Degree in science or humanities and Mathematics B/5 (GCSE or equivalent)
• * Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians
• Or
• * BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science and Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills
• or equivalent as defined by the General Pharmaceutical Council
• * Dispensing Accuracy Accreditation, West Midland's scheme or equivalent
• * Evidence of Continued Professional Development
• * Professional Registration with the GPhC
• * Accredited Checking Technician (National Framework)

Desirable

• * Accredited Checking Technician (National Framework)

Experience

Essential

• * Two years' work experience in Pharmacy pre-qualification
• * Currently practicing as a band 4 pharmacy technician / equivalent or above with post-qualification experience within an acute setting
• * The ability to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge and the relevant practical experience for the post
• * Significant experience within a pharmacy setting
• * Experience of the specialist function for area of responsibility
• * Experience of organising other grades of staff and their workload
• * Experienced in working to policies and procedures
• * Significant experience within a hospital pharmacy setting
• * Understanding of Good Distribution Practice (GDP)
• * Health and Safety at Work and COSHH
• * Understanding of dispensing, stock control, supply and I.T systems and processes
• * Knowledge of Code of Practice / Customer Care
• * Knowledge of medicines, side effects and where to find further information
• * Knowledge of practices, policies and procedures associated with the job
• * Understands the need for delivering a cost effective service and the required work practices to reduce waste

Desirable

• * Experience working as a Clinical Pharmacy Technician or similar capacity
• * Deputising for senior personnel, co-ordinating daily work flow including situational staff management
• * Experience in setting up new working practices or procedures
• * Participation in the training and mentoring of staff
• * Understanding of ward 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.

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *GCSEs -- Mathematics and English (Grade B/5) and four other subjects including Science (Grade C/4)
• Or
• GCSEs: Mathematics, English, and Science (Grade C/4 or equivalent) and two other GCSEs (Grade C/4) and successful achievement of the pharmacy service skills Level 2 NVQ qualification (or equivalent)
• Or
• Three A levels, one of which is a relevant science subject and Mathematics B/5 (GCSE or equivalent)
• Or
• Degree in science or humanities and Mathematics B/5 (GCSE or equivalent)
• *Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians
• Or
• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science and Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills
• Or
• equivalent as defined by the General Pharmaceutical Council
• *Dispensing Accuracy Accreditation. West Midland's scheme or equivalent.
• *Evidence of Continued Professional Development
• *Professional Registration with the GPhC
• *Accredited Checker Technician

Desirable

• *Further education and training qualification or equivalent knowledge and experience

Experience

Essential

• *Significant post-qualification experience in a hospital setting as a registered pharmacy technician.
• *Experience of the specialist function for area of responsibility
• *Experience in delivering training and supervision of others.
• *Working under pressure, prioritising work as appropriate to achieve deadlines.
• *Experience of planning workload according to departmental priorities
• *Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP), MHRA licensing requirements, COSHH
• *Demonstrates responsibility for complying with agreed personal development programme to meet set knowledge and competencies
• *Understanding of clinical governance and its implications for service including quality and audits

Desirable

• *Experience of developing work processes and associated procedures
• *Experience of undertaking appraisals
• *Experience in staff management
• *Experience of chairing meetings
• *Proven skills and knowledge of the NVQ process.
• *Knowledge of HR policies and procedures

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Able to or understand and work within Trust policies of data protection, equal opportunities, health and safety and meet differing needs of patients.
• *Reliable and conscientious approach to work
• *Good communication skills -- written, verbal and electronic.
• *Ability to work on own or within a team, able to act as team leader, motivating others.
• *Able to co-ordinate workflows
• *Able to determine and manage staff working patterns.
• *Ability to check the work of others.
• *Good organisational skills
• *Ability to accept responsibility for specific work areas.
• *Demonstrate problem solving skills.
• *Demonstrates ability to develop, implement and follow SOPs
• *Demonstrates ability to be flexible.
• *Participate in the personal development and review systems of staff.
• *Make judgements in involving a range of facts or situations
• *Accountable for own actions and those of others
• *Good patient counselling skills
• *Identify and fulfil training needs.
• *Assist in the recruiting and selection process.
• *Project leadership skills- ability to negotiate and implement.
• *Good interpersonal skills
• *Reliable
• *Punctual
• *Self-motivated
• *Able to manage difficult and stressful situations.
• *Able to recognise limitations of self and job role
• *Ability to travel to other Trust sites.
• *Flexible to work in accordance with service needs.
• *Committed to abide by the Trust Vision and Values

Desirable

• *Able to manage sickness absence in accordance with Attendance Management Policy

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)