Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical responsibilities:

• In accordance with the practice timetable, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, administration and correspondence in a timely fashion.
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation.
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.
• Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols.
• Providing counselling and health education.
• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate.
• Recording clear and concise consultation notes to agreed standards.
• Collecting data for audit purposes.
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions.
• Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate.
• In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other responsibilities within the organisation:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety
• A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice.
• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation.
• Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records.
• Contributing to the summarising of patient records and read-coding patient data.
• Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.

Confidentiality:

• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & safety:

The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management of their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to):

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
• Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines
• Providing advice on the correct and safe management of the specimens process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and clean containers, storage and transport arrangements
• Correct personal use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensuring correct use of PPE by others, advising on appropriate circumstances for use by clinicians, staff and patients.
• Management of the full range of infection control procedures in both routine and extraordinary circumstances (e.g. pandemic or individual infectious circumstances)
• Hand hygiene standards for self and others
• Managing directly all incidents of accidental exposure
• Management and advice relating to infection control and clinically based patient care protocols, and implementation of those protocols across the practice
• Active observation of current working practices across the practice in relation to infection control, cleanliness and related activities, ensuring that procedures are followed and weaknesses/training needs are identified, escalating issues as appropriate to the responsible person
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across clinical and patient process
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others across the full range of infection control and patient processes
• Monitoring practice facilities and equipment in relation to infection control, ensuring that proper use is made of hand-cleansing facilities, wipes etc., and that these are sufficient to ensure a good clinical working environment. Lack of facilities to be escalated as appropriate to the responsible manager
• Safe management of sharps use, storage and disposal
• Maintenance of own clean working environment
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management
• Actively identifying, reporting, and correcting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards/risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with responsible managers
• Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum twice annually)
• Correct waste and instrument management, including handling, segregation, and container use
• Maintenance of sterile environments
• Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Equality and diversity:

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgemental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/professional development:

In addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements for PREP are met, the post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, with such training to include:

• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.

Quality:

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication:

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Contribution to the implementation of services:

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work
• Participate in audit where appropriate.

General:

The above duties are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required to take on other duties appropriate to the role.

The Senior Partner reserves the right to amend this job description in consultation with the post holder.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Eager to learn and grow in healthcare environment.
• Strong clinical skills with an evidence-based approach to patient care.
• Proficient in using electronic health records and embracing new technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Passionate about technology and improving healthcare outcomes.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently.

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary Care
• Experience of working in a GP practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration and Certification:
• Be included in the NHS England list of medical practitioners as per section 91 of the NHS Act 2006.
• Hold full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) on the General Practitioner Register.

Professional Standing and Other Requirements

Essential

• Not be prohibited from providing services due to regulation breaches (e.g., NHS Performers Lists Regulations).
• Not be suspended from practice by the NHS or from the GMCs list of medical practitioners.
• Not be subject to any interim suspension orders from the GMC under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983.
• Have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Hold appropriate medical indemnity insurance covering all professional duties.
• Successfully complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Be willing to engage in ongoing professional development 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.

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

New Court Surgery

Address

Borough Fields Shopping Centre

Royal Wootton Bassett

Swindon

Wiltshire

SN4 7AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.newcourt-wilts.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities - Review discharge summaries and conduct courtesy calls - Complete cancer care reviews - Check dementia reviews are completed - Update patient records with completed assessments from external resources (e.g., dementia reviews) Communication and Coordination - Respond to tasks and emails sent internally and externally - Liaise with colleagues regarding internal and external referrals - Attend and arrange MDT meetings - Liaise with Reception with community boards Referral Management - Source and implement referrals to external teams (e.g., Staying Well program, Everyone Health) - Support MPFT, PCN, and other services with local events - Supporting outside agencies, setting up drop-in meetings Patient Support and Education - Post text, email, leaflets, and self-help guides to patients - Conduct monthly peer support group - Lead in facilitating and producing presentations for group clinic - Organise delivery of care choices booklets and other literature - Promote digital tools Carer and Community Support - Identify and support carers - Keep community activities board updated - Attend local networking events - Monitor local services - Projects with signposting patients Administrative Duties - Annual review of registers - Keep contact telephone numbers list up to date - Identify health and local campaigns - Identify and attend appropriate training sessions - Utilise IT applications for information - Send appropriate batch texts to selected groups - Updating reasonable adjustments - Care home coding - Reporting to LFPSE

Complete Personalised Care institute 2 Day training course.

Work towards training to become:

- Carers champion for the practice - Learning disability champion for the practice - Veterans champion for the practice

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with a range of individuals, including vulnerable people.
• Experience of administrative duties, record keeping, and managing confidential information.
• Experience of working as part of a team and liaising with multiple stakeholders.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice, Primary Care Network, or NHS setting.
• Experience of referral management and signposting services.
• Experience of facilitating groups, workshops, or patient engagement activities.
• Experience using clinical systems and patient databases.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at Grade C/Level 4 or above.
• Willingness to undertake Personalised Care Institute Care Coordinator training.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification.
• Qualification or training in care coordination, health coaching, social prescribing, or patient support.

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

Balance Street Practice

Address

Balance Street

Uttoxeter

Staffordshire

ST14 8JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.balancestreetpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Band 5

The Department of Blood Sciences is made up of several sections as shown in the organisation chart and the post holder will normally rotate between them and participate as part of a team, in providing laboratory support to the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, General Practitioners and other legitimate users of the service.

The post holder will practice as a registered Biomedical Scientist without supervision under the guidance of a Team Leader Biomedical Scientist. At other times the post holder will perform tasks without supervision and will evaluate situations and seek advice from senior members of staff by telephone if deemed appropriate.

Responsibilities

The post holder will rotate through different sections of Blood Sciences.

To assist in the preparation of specimens for analysis, including the separation of blood, serum and plasma, and the cataloguing and storage of specimens.

To carry out laboratory diagnostic tests, validate results and use judgement in determining and initiating further tests that may be required.

To actively participate in the maintenance and basic trouble shooting of automated laboratory equipment, report any faults and non-compliances to a senior member of staff and take prompt and appropriate action in response to unexpected situations.

To participate in the department Quality Assurance programmes, correct any minor non-compliances and to report any major non-compliant events to a senior member of staff.

Maintain an up to date relevant knowledge of the technical aspects of the laboratory.

To work in compliance with local health and safety rules to ensure a safe working environment for you, colleagues and visitors. To adhere to department and Trust Health and Safety policies (including COSHH, Risk assessments and Standard Operating Procedures) and to report any non-compliances to a senior member of staff.

More experienced staff will be required to supervise the work of more junior staff and assist with their training.

Band 6

The department of Blood Sciences plays a pivotal role in provision of diagnostic services, which are essential for the delivery of high quality clinical care, both within the Trust and in Primary Care.

The post holder will act as an experienced and specialist registered Biomedical Scientist to provide a comprehensive and continuous 24/7 Blood Sciences service as an aid to effective diagnosis and treatment. They will confirm analytical and technical validity of investigations, liaising with clinical staff to ensure diagnostically abnormal results are acted upon urgently.

Responsibilities

The post holder may rotate through different sections of Blood Sciences as required.

Perform analytical and other laboratory work as directed by senior staff within Blood Sciences.

Ensure satisfactory completion and validation of routine and specialist analyses.

Ensure data integrity when entering demo graphics and results into the laboratory information system.

Operate subject to manufacturer's constraints and laboratory policy, instruments and analysers in, or associated with, the laboratory.

To troubleshoot, repair and maintain instruments and analysers in, or associated with, the laboratory for correct operation, keeping equipment in optimal condition for use, making adjustments as necessary.

Check the validity and reliability of analytical processes, maintaining and monitoring satisfactory performance by use of internal quality control.

Ensure prompt referral of results that exceed action limits in accordance with departmental policy.

Adhere to laboratory quality control and Health & Safety policies, ensuring documentation of maintenance procedures, lot numbers and control material.

Maintain an up to date relevant knowledge of the technical aspects of the laboratory.

To continually improve service provision by, when necessary, contributing to the development of SOPs or undertaking development work.

In the absence of the Section Leaders supervise the work of a section.

Assist Section Leaders in the organisation of work within a subsection of Blood Sciences.

In the absence of the Section Leader ensure adequate stocks of reagents and consumables are available for the efficient running of the section.

Undertake, when required, training of rotational Section Leaders staff within a section of Blood Sciences.

Undertake training of Registered Biomedical Scientists and Trainee BMS staff within a section of Blood Sciences.

Participate, under the supervision of the Section Leader, in any audit connected with a section of Blood Sciences

Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate.The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

Person Specification

Band 5

Essential

• BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent qualification
• Health Professions Council registration as a Biomedical Scientist

Desirable

• Knowledge of basic IT
• Keyboard skills
• Undertaking postgraduate qualification
• Career aspirations in the NHS

Band 6

Essential

• Experience working in a Blood Sciences discipline
• BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
• Health and Care Professions Council registration
• Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS) Specialist Portfolio, IBMS Diploma of Specialist Practice, Council for Professions Supplementary to Medicine (CPSM) Log Book or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Knowledge of basic IT
• Keyboard skills
• Undertaking post grad qualifications

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

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

317 Trustwide

NE1 4LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be a key player on the front line for the surgery, talking to patients, finding out their needs and helping them access appropriate medical services, dealing with appointments, prescription requests and general administrative tasks.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Essential criteria
• We are highly dedicated to quality improvement and patient satisfaction therefore the ideal candidate will have: Experience of working in GP Practice (essential) Excellent communication skills Be able to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast moving environment Have a friendly and understanding approach when dealing with staff and patients Have strong IT skills (SystmOne) and call handling experience Bring a positive can-do attitude to the table
• ExperienceEssential criteria
• At least 1 year of working in General Practice

Desirable

• Prescription Clerk experience

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

Crossfell Health Centre

Address

Crossfell Road

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS3 7RL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.crossfellhealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you have an eye for detail and enjoy creating a safe and clean environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society, then join the team at Stanley House as a Housekeeper.

You will be an integral part of the housekeeping team at a service for people with neurological conditions where you will be responsible for cleaning all areas of the service, including wards, office spaces, bedrooms and visitors area.

Working closely with the maintenance team you’ll ensure all areas of the service are spotless and be able to confidently deliver high standard cleaning services.

You’ll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. There’s also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

As a Housekeeper you will be:

• Maintaining required security standards of the hospital by following relevant policies and procedures as defined by the Hospital.
• An active member of the team with a range of responsibility over the day-to-day operation.
• Maintaining excellent telephone etiquette and ability to meet and greeting visitors in a professional manner.
• Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with all staff, visitors and service users.
• Helping create a positive culture.
• Undertaking any other tasks requested that are appropriate for the post.
• Attending mandatory and statutory training on an annual basis as required by Elysium Healthcare.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have previous experience of cleaning within a similar environment
• Enjoy cleaning and get satisfaction from a job well done
• Prioritise duties and responsibilities effectively
• Be a good communicator
• Have good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently.

Where you will be working:

Stanley House, Bosbury, Hereford, HR8 1HB

Stanley House is a specialist service offering:

• A multidisciplinary team including physiotherapists, art therapists, a Professor in Neuropsychiatry and monthly specialist GP clinics
• Longterm care tailored to complex and changing needs
• A supportive team culture built on respect, collaboration and high standards

Due to the rural location, reliable transport is essential. Taxi or relocation costs are not covered.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £25,564.50
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free meals and onsite parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience of cleaning in a similar environment is required. Candidates should enjoy cleaning and have a high attention to detail, effectively prioritizing duties. Good communication skills are necessary, along with the ability to resolve problems efficiently.

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

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Ledbury

HR8 1HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Social Worker, you can be the reason why lives change for the better, helping some of the most vulnerable people gain a brighter future.

With previous experience from the NHS or private care, you can join the multidisciplinary team on a part time basis for 22.5 hours at Aderyn which has a strong emphasis on teamwork and offer a high quality step down service for men with enduring mental health conditions sets a sector-leading example of clear care pathways for service users with a focus on recovery.

As a Social Worker you will manage a complex caseload and be responsible for social care assessments, risk assessments, facilitate group activities, and will contribute to ICR meetings, supporting service users to make viable plans for their future.

You report to the Safeguarding Lead, and will manage internal investigations and liaise with home authorities for service users during their admission and discharging process, while enjoying access to a range of training opportunities that can see your career grow and you achieve your career aspirations.

A career at Elysium is one that you can take pride in, knowing that you will be instrumental in helping people to lead a full and valued life, enabling them to live more independently. Its what delivering great healthcare should feel like.

As a Social Worker you will be:

• Referrals to LADO and Local Authority in line with safeguarding and assessments
• Educating Hospital staff about relevant safeguarding matters.
• Completing a full annual social care reassessment within the CPA format
• Facilitating access to welfare rights, housing, advocacy services and associated support services
• Participating in 1:1 supervision

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• A Social Work degree
• Registered with Social Work England or applied for
• Experience within similar environment
• Experience with working with vulnerable adults

Where you will be working:

Location: Penperlleni, Nr Pontypool, Monmouthshire, Wales NP4 0AH

You will be working at Aderyn, a high quality step down service for men with enduring mental health conditions sets a sector-leading example of clear care pathways for service user with a focus on recovery. As well as a 17 bed rehabilitation unit there is also a 2 bed open rehabilitation cottage.

The unit is situated in a picturesque part of Wales with good transport links. You will working alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide service users with opportunities to improve their independence and prepare for an independent life in the community. Individual and collaborative therapeutic timetables are developed for each patient and individual psychological therapies are offered.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual salary of up to £41,020 FTE Annual Salary Pro Rata £24,612
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A Social Work degree, Registered with Social Work England or applied for, Experience within similar environment, Experience with working with vulnerable adults

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

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Nr Pontypool

NP4 0AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

First impressions matter. As a Night Receptionist you play a pivotal role in setting the tone for every interaction. You are the first face and first conversation visitors to Farmfield Hospital in Charlwood will experience. Your warm and friendly personality will shine through as you greet and assist staff, visitors and service users.

What you will be doing

In this exciting role at Farmfield Hospital, a service for men 18+ who potentially have a forensic background and enduring mental health illnesses such as personality disorder, substance misuse issues and challenging behaviours.

Each day brings different challenges and experiences. Working along side the reception team and Night Manager your key responsibilities will be welcoming all visitors in a friendly manner, co-ordinating the diary for meetings and events and efficiently handling telephone calls, emails and post.

Ensuring the safety and security of service users, staff and visitors is a top priority. You’ll oversee visitor sign ins, conduct security checks and manage the distribution of keys and security badges.

There’s also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

Join Farmfield Hospital in creating a positive and secure environment. It’s a career that you can take pride in while enjoying the satisfaction of helping people and seeing them improve. It’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like.

As a Night Receptionist you will be:

• Welcoming all visitors in a friendly manner and ensuring the sign the visitor book.
• Maintaining the upkeep of the reception area & meeting rooms are presentable.
• Managing the diary for meetings, events, training days and therapy sessions.
• Ensuring confidentially and security to the service.
• Receiving and dealing with telephone calls, emails and post.
• Ad hoc administration tasks.
• Managing deliveries.
• Security walk-rounds and night checks.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience
• Computer skills
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be professional, confident and diplomatic
• GCSE English Language Grade C or above
• Be efficient and enthusiastic
• Awareness of understanding confidentiality and security
• Ability work alongside a team and independently
• Must be welcoming and self-motivated

Where you will be working:

Location: Farmfield Drive, Charlwood, Surrey, RH6 0BN

You will be working at Farmfield Hospital, situated located next to Gatwick.

You’ll be caring for adult men 18+ who potentially have a forensic background and enduring mental health illnesses such as personality disorder, substance misuse issues and challenging behaviours.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £26,896
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English Language Grade C or above, previous experience, computer skills, communication and interpersonal skills, professional demeanor, and understanding of confidentiality and security.

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

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Charlwood

RH6 0BN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you an experienced Mental Health Nurse looking for a new opportunity where you will be valued and invested in, with opportunities to develop and grow your career to achieve your goals? Do you want to work in an environment where kindness and teamwork defines your day-to-day? Then join the team at Wellesley Hospital in Wellington and come and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like.

As an experienced Mental Health Nurse from the NHS or private sector in the UK, you can join a multidisciplinary team that works well together to change lives for the better as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society. Your career at Elysium will be rewarding and fulfilled, where you can take pride in knowing that you've made a difference. While you're caring for service users, improving their lives and looking out for your colleagues, we'll be looking after you. With Wellbeing support and activities to support your mental health, a range of benefits that can save you money and make a difference, and development to nurture your career.

What you will be doing

As a qualified Mental Health Nurse (RMN), you will ensure men and women with mental health conditions in Mental Health service receive high-quality care, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting positive teamwork.

The wards are busy, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated, and a good amount of routine and variety. Your day-to-day will include:

• Providing high-quality, effective and compassionate nursing care to service users
• Being responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care
• Providing mentorship and support to team members
• Observing, recording and reporting all service user changes, and maintaining accurate records of care provided

Skills and knowledge you will have:

• A relevant nursing qualification
• NMC registration
• Strong team-working skills
• A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach
• A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate
• A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice

Where you will be working:

Location: Westpark 26, Chelston, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9FF

You will be working at Wellesley Hospital, a purpose built 101 bed hospital in Wellington (Somerset) for men and women with mental health needs.

There are 6 wards for people with mental health needs and 1 ward for people with Learning Disabilities and Autism.

The Wellesley Hospital built in 2017 works alongside Devon Partnership NHS Trust, Avon and Wiltshire Foundation Trust, Cornwall Foundation Trust, 2gether Foundation Trust, and Livewell to deliver the best possible environment for patients with mental health issues.

What you will get:

• At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

  • Annual base salary of £39,239
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
  • Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
  • Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
  • Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
  • Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
  • Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
  • 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
  • Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
  • Pension contribution, to help secure your future
  • Free/subsidised meals and onsite free parking

About your next employer:

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A relevant nursing qualification, NMC registration

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Wellington

TA21 9FF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full job description and further information can be downloaded from the right hand side of this page.

Further Information

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications that reflect the skills and experience required for the role. We aim to keep it open long enough to ensure a diverse and representative applicant pool, so early applications are strongly encouraged.

If you have any questions about the role, the process, or require adjustments to support your application, please get in touch we are happy to help.

Salary £45,854 to £56,570 per annum dependent on skills and experience

Contract 12 months FTC covering Maternity Leave

Hours per week 37.5 hours per week to be worked over Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:00

Location Remote Working with travel required across the North East region to deliver training and supervision on a regular basis and occasional travel to head office when required.

The units you will need to visit include:

Doncaster, York, Leeds, Bradford, Middlesbrough, Newcastle, South Shields, Nottingham

There will also be some national travel expected on a less regular basis.

Apply now Interested in making a difference? Apply today to join our team.

Values & eligibility All applicants must be pro choice and support a woman's right to choose, in line with BPAS values and mission. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Application outcome If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

References & pre-employment checks All offers of employment are conditional on satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must provide three years of employment references, including reasons for leaving and details of any gaps in employment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Adult Nurse level 1 / Registered Midwife (practising)
• Educated to level 3 in safeguarding
• Active NMC registration and valid PIN

Desirable

• Leadership role or specialist training in safeguarding

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding practices
• Interpersonal and staff management skills with the ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships
• Ability to develop policies, guidelines and projects from initiation to completion

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance and risk management
• Ability to perform analysis of incidence and trends

Experience

Essential

• Safeguarding supervision experience and skills
• Teaching experience and skills
• Experience of working across organisational and professional boundaries and monitoring standards of care

Desirable

• Experience of working in sexual and reproductive health

General

Essential

• Do you support a woman's right to choose abortion?
• Are you the family or friend of a current BPAS employee? If yes, please state the name and the nature of the relationship.
• Are you aware we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role?
• Please state your Professional body and membership e.g. NMC Midwives (RM)
• Please state your Membership/Registration number along with your expiry/renewal date
• This is a remote working role with weekly travel to our units in the North East region. Can you travel to all units?
• Are you aware that this role is on a 12 month FTC covering maternity leave?
• We are looking to appoint to this role as soon as possible. Could you please confirm your current notice period and, if successful, your earliest possible start date?

Desirable

• Please add any further information/summary you wish to add in support of your application for this role.

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

British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS)

Address

B P A S

123 Thorne Road

Doncaster

South Yorkshire

DN2 5BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bpas.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities:

Reception

• Ensure an effective and efficient reception service is provided to patients and any other visitors to the practice, including recording visits by visitors and checking their identification details
• Receiving and routing of patients consulting with members of the practice team
• Using Care Navigation skills to signpost patients to other relevant services
• Checking patient identification details
• Deal with all general enquiries and explain procedures to patients and their families
• Advise patients of relevant charges for private (non General Medical Services) services, accept payment and issue receipts for same.
• Patient notes and correspondence: retrieve and re-file paper records as required, ensuring strict alphabetical order is adhered to
• Arrange urgent transport for patients attending secondary care services
• Liaise with District Nursing, Health Visiting and other Primary Health Care Team services as requested
• Liaise with reception or other colleagues regarding unresolved or urgent problems
• Record messages (using the computerised practice note or email system as appropriate) for doctors, nurses and administrative staff.
• Helping new reception staff: induction, training and support to agreed standards

Administration

• To have a thorough knowledge of all practice procedures.
• To work in accordance with written protocols
• Printing notes summaries for home visits
• Prepare lists for all surgeries and clinics held as required
• Fax and photocopy as requested
• Explain practice arrangements and formal requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover and ensure procedures are completed
• Maximising Practice income from current QOF, LES, DES, commissioning contracts, etc
• Comply with information governance procedures

Appointments

• Process appointment requests from patients for current and future sessions by telephone and in person
• Deal with home visit requests. Enter requests for home visits onto the visit screen in EMIS, ensuring careful recording of all relevant details and where necessary refer to duty doctor
• Using your own judgment and communication skills ensure that patients with no prior appointment but who need urgent consultation are seen in a logical and non-disruptive manner

Computer

• Familiarity with the Emis web computer system, as well as Clarity TeamNet and any other systems used by the practice
• Liaise with IT for any computer issues
• Registrations of new patients
• Process patients change of address on their records (have knowledge of practice area).
• Action repeat prescription requests (by phone, on paper and online) in accordance with practice procedures and ensure that they are ready for collection by the patient within 48 hours of ordering
• Enter patient information on to the computer as required.
• Scanning letters and documents onto the system in line with practice procedures
• Undertake deduction and amendment requests

Telephone

• Have working knowledge of telephone system, during and after hours.
• Cover for secretary when necessary
• Receive and make telephone calls as required. Divert calls and take messages, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery

Other Tasks

• Tidy after surgeries
• Ensure building security have thorough knowledge of doors/windows/alarm.
• Premises:

o Open up premises at the start of the day when first to arrive, de-activate alarm and make all necessary preparations to receive patients.

o When last to leave at the end of the day, ensure that the building is totally secured, internal lights are off and the alarm activated.

• Deal with complaints in accordance with practice complaints procedure
• Make drinks for partners and staff and ensure the kitchen is kept clean and tidy
• Being flexible with the working hours
• Deputising for other colleagues during annual or sickness leave
• Undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Partners or the practice manager or practice administrator or reception supervisor.

The above list of duties is not exhaustive and may be subject to change as deemed necessary.

Confidentiality:

• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

Health & safety:

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include:

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards
• Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role
• Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)
• Reporting potential risks identified

Equality and diversity:

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

• Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/professional development:

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Quality:

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Communication:

The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Contribution to the implementation of services:

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work
• Participate in audit where appropriate

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• A minimum of 2 years Reception / Customer Service AND administration experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice
• Experience of working in primary care

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education - GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths
• General clerical skills
• Computer literate
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of GP Practice working
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Experience of EMIS

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

Leven & Beeford Medical Practice

Address

29 High Stile

Leven

Beverley

HU17 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide a broad range of practice nursing services and work closely with our Lead Nurse, GP team and wider clinical team.

Depending on experience and competencies, duties may include:

• Wound care, ulcer management and Doppler assessment
• Removal of sutures
• Cervical cytology
• Routine and childhood immunisations
• Chronic disease management
• Asthma and COPD reviews
• Peak flow assessment and spirometry
• Diabetes and cardiovascular disease management
• Travel health
• Contraception and women's health
• Venepuncture
• ECGs
• Urinalysis and collection of clinical samples
• New patient health checks
• Ear care
• Assisting with minor surgery and coil fittings where required
• Chaperoning and supporting patients during examinations
• Requesting appropriate pathology investigations within scope of practice
• Supporting patient recalls and follow-up
• Maintaining accurate and contemporaneous clinical records
• Following agreed clinical protocols and escalating to the Lead Nurse or GP where appropriate

The postholder will also contribute to infection prevention and control, maintenance of clinical stock and equipment, clinical audits and the continued development of nursing services within the practice.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Experience and competence in wound care, including ulcer care
• Experience in routine immunisations
• Experience in childhood immunisations
• Competence in removal of sutures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care

Desirable

• Previous experience within general practice or primary care
• Diabetes management
• Asthma and COPD management
• Spirometry
• Cervical cytology
• Travel health
• Women's health and contraception
• Experience of chronic disease management
• We are happy to support the successful candidate with additional training and development where 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.

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

Jorvik Gillygate

Address

Woolpack House

The Stonebow

York

North Yorkshire

YO1 7NP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.jorvikgillygatepractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clerical Duties (Summary)

Reception Cover

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to clinical staff and patients, including diary management, correspondence, and general admin tasks.
• Prioritise and process incoming post, ensuring urgent items are actioned promptly, especially in the absence of clinical staff.
• Add new referrals to the EPR waiting list within 24 hours and forward for clinical triage as needed.
• Maintain accurate filing systems for letters, reports, test results, and other patient notes in both paper and electronic formats.
• Update patient and GP details on EPR and other Trust systems as required.
• Respond to queries from referrers, patients, and others, providing reassurance and solutions by liaising with clinical staff and explaining basic medical procedures when necessary.
• Work closely with departmental colleagues and provide cover during sickness or holidays as appropriate.
• Attend Departmental meetings and training as required to ensure that you maintain an up-to date working knowledge of service and trust procedures.
• Be flexible in your approach to work, such as covering other job roles at an appropriate grade or site, and to include varying working hours to ensure the service maintains a minimum level of cover during its core hours of 08:00 to 17:00.
• Respond to communication and queries including email, face to face and over the telephone in a timely manner.
• Use the Trust IT systems (for example EPR, PACS, ScanIt) to register patients, make up a set of patient notes, make outpatient appointments, produce end of treatment letters, ensure that details are correct, check in / check of outpatient appointments as instructed and manage electronic referrals.
• Demonstrate high levels of customer care and be an ambassador for customer care within the Trust and department.
• Act in a manner aligned to our Trust Values and consistently demonstrate the behaviours that will ensure we achieve our ambition of delivering compassionate excellence.

Person Specification

Experience & Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
• Evidence of positive approach to working in complex environments
• Keen to further own training and development

Desirable

• Familiarity with NHS performance

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of Education with a minimum of 5 'C' grade GCSE's (inc English Language and Maths)
• Computer Literate
• High standard of spoken and written English

Desirable

• Administrative experience

Work Values

Essential

• Excellent customer care and communication
• Ability to adapt communication style as required
• Excellent attention to detail
• Hard working with a motivated enthusiastic attitude
• Ability to work independently and within a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Horton General Hospital

Oxford Road

Banbury

OX16 9AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

The Healthcare Assistant and GP Assistant will work as an important member of the practice team supporting the delivery of high quality patient care and the effective day to day running of the practice

The role combines clinical Healthcare Assistant responsibilities with GP Assistant reception and administrative duties The post holder will work under appropriate clinical supervision and within their level of training and competency They will be expected to work flexibly according to patient and practice needs

Clinical Responsibilities

The post holder will undertake appropriately delegated clinical duties which may include phlebotomy and preparation of samples blood pressure and pulse monitoring height weight and body mass index measurements electrocardiogram recording urinalysis health checks and basic health and lifestyle observations

The post holder may support long term condition monitoring including diabetes cardiovascular and respiratory reviews by undertaking appropriate observations and tests

Depending on experience training and competency the role may also include wound care dressings removal of sutures or clips and other appropriately delegated clinical procedures

The post holder will prepare patients and clinical rooms for examinations assist clinicians with procedures provide chaperoning when required recognise and escalate abnormal observations or concerns and accurately record clinical information in the patient record

GP Assistant Responsibilities

The post holder will support GPs and other clinicians with appropriately delegated tasks This may include preparing patients for review obtaining relevant observations supporting routine patient related administrative tasks processing appropriate correspondence and documentation arranging follow up appointments investigations or reviews as directed and communicating routine information to patients

The post holder will also support recall and monitoring systems help coordinate patient care and ensure agreed actions are completed

Reception and Administrative Responsibilities

As part of a small practice team the post holder will provide reception and administrative support This will include greeting and assisting patients answering telephone calls booking cancelling and amending appointments processing patient requests and directing patients to the appropriate service or member of the team

The role may also include processing administrative tasks and correspondence scanning filing accurately recording information supporting recall monitoring and follow up processes and providing general administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the practice

Clinical Rooms Equipment and Stock

The post holder will help maintain safe organised and effective clinical areas Responsibilities will include preparing and maintaining clinical rooms ensuring equipment and consumables are available monitoring stock levels and expiry dates requesting or ordering stock cleaning clinical equipment and reporting equipment faults or concerns promptly

Infection Prevention and Control

The post holder will follow practice infection prevention and control policies and procedures including appropriate hand hygiene use of protective equipment safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps cleaning of equipment and maintaining appropriate standards within clinical areas

Safeguarding

The post holder will complete appropriate safeguarding training remain alert to potential safeguarding concerns follow practice safeguarding procedures and escalate concerns promptly to the appropriate clinician or safeguarding lead

Patient Safety

The post holder will follow practice policies procedures and clinical protocols recognise the limits of their role and seek advice when required They will escalate abnormal clinical observations and urgent concerns appropriately maintain accurate and timely patient records and report incidents near misses and patient safety concerns

Communication and Teamwork

The post holder will communicate professionally and compassionately with patients carers and colleagues and work collaboratively with GPs healthcare professionals reception and administrative colleagues

They will contribute positively to the practice team attend relevant meetings and training communicate concerns promptly and treat patients colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect

Confidentiality and Information Governance

The post holder will maintain the confidentiality of patient staff and practice information Patient information must only be accessed where there is a legitimate work related reason and all information must be handled in accordance with relevant practice and information governance requirements

Health and Safety

The post holder will comply with practice health and safety policies and take reasonable care of their own safety and that of colleagues patients and visitors Hazards accidents incidents and faulty equipment must be reported promptly

Equality Diversity and Dignity

The post holder will support the practice's commitment to equality diversity and inclusion and treat all patients carers visitors and colleagues fairly and with dignity and respect

Training and Development

The post holder will participate in induction mandatory training competency assessments and ongoing development relevant to the role Training and support may be provided to develop additional Healthcare Assistant and GP Assistant skills according to practice needs and the experience of the successful candidate

The post holder must not undertake a clinical procedure independently until appropriately trained and assessed as competent where required

Quality Improvement

The post holder will contribute to maintaining and improving the quality of patient care This may include participating in audits monitoring programmes patient safety initiatives and service improvement activities

General Responsibilities

The post holder will work flexibly according to the needs of the practice maintain professional standards follow relevant practice policies and procedures maintain accurate records participate in appraisal and training and undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to the level and nature of the role

This job description provides an outline of the main responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive Duties may change according to the needs of the practice developments within primary care and the skills and competencies of the post holder

All clinical duties must be undertaken within the post holder's training competence and scope of practice and under appropriate clinical supervision

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education including English and Maths or equivalent
• Relevant healthcare experience or a recognised Healthcare Assistant Healthcare Support Worker or equivalent qualification
• Willingness to undertake training and competency assessments relevant to the role
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Desirable

• Healthcare related qualification at Level Two or Level Three or equivalent
• Phlebotomy training and competency
• Training in electrocardiograms NHS Health Checks wound care or long term condition monitoring
• Care Certificate or equivalent healthcare training
• Previous training or qualification relevant to general practice or primary care

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education including English and Maths or equivalent
• Relevant healthcare experience or a recognised Healthcare Assistant Healthcare Support Worker or equivalent qualification
• Willingness to undertake training and competency assessments relevant to the role
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Desirable

• Healthcare related qualification at Level Two or Level Three or equivalent
• Phlebotomy training and competency
• Training in electrocardiograms NHS Health Checks wound care or long term condition monitoring
• Care Certificate or equivalent healthcare training
• Previous training or qualification relevant to general practice or primary care

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working in a healthcare or patient facing environment
• Experience communicating effectively with patients and members of the public
• Experience working as part of a team
• Experience maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information
• Experience using computer systems and accurately recording information
• Ability to manage a varied workload and work effectively in a busy environment

Desirable

• Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant GP Assistant or Healthcare Support Worker
• Previous experience working within general practice or primary care
• Experience and competency in phlebotomy
• Experience undertaking blood pressure monitoring electrocardiograms NHS Health Checks and long term condition observations
• Experience of wound care and dressings
• Experience using EMIS Web or another clinical system
• Experience of reception or administrative work within a healthcare 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

Yellow Practice

Address

Rodney Road

Walton-on-thames

Surrey

KT12 3LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs
• Cytology Provide cervical screening and sexual health services as per contract requirements.
• Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler
• Removal of Sutures
• New Patient Medicals/Urinalysis
• ECGs
• Asthma/FENO Readings/Spirometry
• Venepuncture
• Hypertension Management
• Ear syringing
• Routine immunisations/Childhood immunisations
• Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician
• Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs
• Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate

Other tasks will include:

• Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs
• Maintaining GP and Nurses rooms, stocking and rotating items as required
• Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms
• Maintain stock of waiting room leaflets as instructed by partners and Practice Manager
• Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels
• Participation in administrative systems in the Practice
• At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records
• A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within a range of assigned tasks
• Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required.

Contribution To the implementations of Services:

• To support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) Team/Lead to work to the IPC Policy supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the Practice Manager
• To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
• As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
• Conduct chronic disease reviews (asthma, COPD) within your remit
• Ensure accurate coding and documentation to support QOF indicators
• Monitor and recall patients for annual reviews and follow-ups where required
• Support vaccination and immunisation programmes (e.g., flu, shingles)
• Support the team to improve QOF performance
• Support the Delivery of services under Enhanced Services (ES), Local Incentive Schemes (LIS), and Directed Enhanced Services (DES) within your remit
• Contribute to data collection and reporting for contract compliance
• As required, advise potential diagnosis and manage acute and chronic conditions within your remit
• To review patient medications to enhance compliance in accordance to own scope of practice
• To request pathology services and process pathology results as required
• To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
• to maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with current legislation
• To ensure read codes are used effectively
• To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
• To assist GPs with minor surgery when required
• To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
• To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
• To assist vaccination programme clinics for adults and children

The responsibilities described above are not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time in line with the needs of the practice. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade and scope of the role, subject to workload, staffing requirements and their level of competence.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care, community nursing, or comparable healthcare setting.
• Experience of delivering patient-centred nursing care.
• Experience of chronic disease management, including long-term conditions such as asthma & COPD
• Experience and Accredited Qualifications in Spirometry testing
• Experience in Performing FeNO Testing and Using FeNO Equipment
• Experience of undertaking wound care, including wound assessment and removal of sutures and staples.
• Experience of immunisation and vaccination programmes.
• Experience of ECG recording.
• Experience of health promotion and preventative healthcare.
• Experience of maintaining accurate clinical records using electronic patient record systems.
• Experience of working independently and managing a caseload within own scope of practice.
• Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of following clinical protocols, policies and procedures.
• Experience of requesting pathology tests and managing results within own scope of practice.

Desirable

• Experience of working within a GP practice environment.
• Experience of cervical cytology screening.
• Experience of supporting childhood immunisation programmes.
• Experience of women's health services, including contraception advice.
• Experience of using SystmOne clinical system.
• Experience of supporting digital triage systems such as Anima Health.
• Experience of infection prevention and control activities.
• Experience of quality improvement initiatives, audits, benchmarking, QOF or enhanced services.
• Experience of managing care for elderly or housebound patients.
• Experience of mentoring, teaching or supervising students and junior staff.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Occupational Health FIT clearance
• Meet the requirements and produce evidence for nurse revalidation
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role of a Practice Nurse
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of chronic disease management
• Experience of working autonomously
• Wound care/removal of sutures and staples
• ECGs
• New patient medicals
• Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly
• Understanding the importance of evidence-based practice
• Understand the requirement for PGDs and associated policy
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs
• Chaperone procedure
• Women's health (cervical cytology, contraception, etc.)
• Experience and Accredited Qualifications in Spirometry testing
• Proficiency in Performing FeNO Testing and Using FeNO Equipment
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Effective time management (planning and organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
• Polite and confident
• Flexible and co-operative
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort

Desirable

• Venepuncture
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
• Awareness of issues within the wider health arena
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies
• Chronic disease management
• Experience of managing elderly and housebound patients
• Experience of quality initiatives, i.e., benchmarking
• Mentor or teaching qualification
• Post graduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management)
• Nurse prescriber
• Family planning qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Albany House Medical Centre

Address

3 Queen Street

Wellingborough

Northants

NN8 4RW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.albanyhousemedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document, or contact the team via Medical Workforce.

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• MRCPsych
• Full GMC Registration
• On Specialist Register/CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for inclusion within six months.
• Approval under Section12 of the Mental Health Act

Desirable

• Additional Postgraduate Qualifications
• Publication of original research
• Management training

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
• Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement
• Ability to work independently as well as part of A MDT
• Able to form a good working relationship with the peer group
• Willingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post
• Ability to work under pressure
• Willingness to participate in in-house training

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• oExcellent written and verbal communication skills
• oEvidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
• oAbility to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals
• oAbility to motivate and develop junior Medical Staff and other MDT members
• oTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole
• oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate
• oAble to meet duties under MHA and MCA
• Post holder will need to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner.
• oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate

Desirable

• oWide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
• oAble to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post
• oExperienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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