Job description

Job responsibilities

Practice Plus Group is a leading provider of urgent and out-of-hours healthcare services across the UK, committed to delivering outstanding patient care through innovative and compassionate medical practice. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and dynamic environment where our clinicians can thrive and make a genuine impact. As an Out of Hours General Practitioner with Practice Plus IUC, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care during evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with urgent medical needs in a fast-paced but rewarding setting. We are looking for motivated GPs who are passionate about urgent care and eager to contribute to our ongoing mission to provide accessible, safe, and effective healthcare outside regular surgery hours. This role offers flexibility, excellent professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference in your community. For a full list of our locations please Click Here We can offer a range of sessions to allow you to flexibly choose the right shift pattern for you. Please contact us directly for all contract options.

Person Specification

Qualifications

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Experience

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Additional Criteria

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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

Practice Plus Group

Address

Epsom General Hospital, Dorking Road

Epsom

Surrey

KT187EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

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Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

• General medical Qualification e.g. MBBS, or equivalent and hold a Licence to Practise.
• MRCPsych or recognised equivalent, e.g. membership of a psychiatry college in another country.

Desirable

• Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
• Additional clinical qualification.

Eligibility

Essential

• Must be in possession or within 6 months of possession of a CCT in Psychiatry or on Specialist Register in Psychiatry.
• On Specialist Register in enter specialism Psychiatry.
• Section 12(2) approval and Approved Clinician approval or ability to obtain approval before starting post

Desirable

• Experience of medicine outside psychiatry e.g. general practice, medicine.

Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Excellent knowledge in specialty
• Evidence of effective multidisciplinary team involvement.
• Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wider medical knowledge.
• Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA.
• Make decisions based on evidence and experience including contribution of others.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• For Specialist post: A minimum of twelve years of clinical working experience post basic medical qualification (MB BS) and four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in Psychiatry or as a fixed term specialty trainee in Psychiatry.

Desirable

• Teaching Experience.
• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within the NHS or comparable service.
• For Specialist post: At least 2 Years of working experience in Community CAMHS at specialist doctor level is desirable.

Dorset HealthCare Values

Essential

• Understand the importance of working with managers in the interest of good patient care
• Able to manage priorities.
• Evidence of management/Leadership skills training.

Desirable

• Previous management experience including that of other junior medical staff.

Leadership Skills

Essential

• Understand principles of leadership and give examples of leadership in own practice.
• Able to provide clinical leadership to a multi-disciplinary team.
• Able to prioritise work to meet competing clinical demands.

Clinical Governance

Essential

• An understanding of the importance of Clinical Governance in the NHS organisations and importance in patient care.
• Awareness of current issues in mental health service provision, policy and legislation
• Demonstrate a good understanding of continuing professional development needs and re-validation.

Self Awareness

Essential

• To have an understanding of own strengths and weaknesses and how these attributes affect professional functioning
• To have an understanding of the stresses involved in being a consultant psychiatrist and how to manage these appropriately.

Consultant only - Supervision of Junior medical Staff

Essential

• Knowledge of requirements for supervision and appraisal of junior medical staff.

Desirable

• Approved educational supervisor training.

Consultant only - Research and Audit

Essential

• Experience of carrying out an audit project.
• Experience or involvement in a research project and publication.
• Ability to supervisor junior medical staff undertaking research projects.

Desirable

• Published audit project
• Ability to critically appraise published research.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Weymouth Community Hospital

Melcombe Avenue

Weymouth

DT4 7TB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide professional and managerial supervision of junior medical staff.

Follow UpToDate evidence-based practice for patients under their care to deliver safe and robust surgical management: allowing for proper delegation to, and training of staff, to ensure that concise agreed management plans are clearly documented in the medical notes of all patients.

Undertake ward rounds to identify and assess problems, plan management of care, and be actively available during the working week so that medical and nursing staff can communicate and consult freely.

Continuing responsibility for the care of patients under his/her care: allowing for proper delegation to, and training of staff, ensuring that concise agreed management plans are clearly displayed in the notes of patients with complex conditions.

Ensure that an appropriate model of care is adopted which recognises the involvement of the multi-disciplinary team, the holistic needs of the patient and their family.

Ensure that the use of medical and nursing resources within the department are utilised to the maximum potential.

Assist the multi-disciplinary team in the production of referenced, evidence-based guidelines which are dated, signed and reviewed annually or more frequently in light of new evidence.

Work with the rest of the consultant team to provide strong professional leadership within the department and be mentored in the delivery of a high-quality service provided by well-trained staff within clear departmental policies and procedures.

Develop and maintain good communication with clinical colleagues across the Health Board regarding the treatment of their patients and the appropriate use of the departments resources.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBChB/MBBS or equivalent FRCS or equivalent At time of interview, the candidate must be: On the specialist register Or be within 6 months of the anticipated CCT / CESR (CT) date if progress has been satisfactory and it is anticipated that the outcome of the final ARCP will recommend that training will be completed by the time the recommend CCT / CESR (CT) date is reached Or have a primary medical qualification and a recognised specialist qualification from an EEA country or Switzerland which will allow directed entry onto the Specialist Register
• Prior to taking up the post the candidate must be on the Specialist Register

Desirable

• Higher degree or Fellowship

Experience/Training

Essential

• Previous experience in management of general/emergency surgery including laparoscopic management of benign UGI disease.
• Evidence of ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients undergoing Surgery
• JAG accreditation for upper GI endoscopy is essential
• Experience in managing emergency surgery
• Evidence of high level of skill in teaching medical, nursing and other professional colleagues in formal and informal modes
• Evidence of active and constructive involvement in clinical audit or quality improvement and the implementation of actions to be taken on the basis of outcomes

Desirable

• Experience in advanced laparoscopic procedures would be an advantage but not essential
• Evidence of active involvement in risk management
• Evidence of personal involvement in management and administrative roles in health care

Special Knowledge/Expertise

Essential

• Understands evidence-based practice Interest in research & development Encourages ongoing learning & an educative culture, both for self and others
• Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications in peer reviewed journals or thesis

Desirable

• Publication in peer-reviewed journals

Disposition-Adjustment/Attitude/Commitment

Essential

• Good communication and empathy skills with patients and colleagues
• Evidence of willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide an integrated service
• Ability to work as a member of a team, both through communication and sharing workload Ability to cope with stressful situations including clinical crises
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload and co-ordinate staff Ability to lead a team Evidence of a clear understanding of principles and practice of involving patients in all aspects of their care Willingness to work flexibly to deliver clinically effective and cost effective healthcare

Desirable

• Publication in peer-reviewed journals

AUDIT/Quality improvement

Essential

• Proven track record in clinical audit

Desirable

• Evidence of effective quality improvement

Teaching Skills

Essential

• Willing to supervise juniors, spots talent & nurtures it Evidence of teaching experience Able to operate within a teaching/training culture

Desirable

• Educational Supervisor Postgraduate teaching 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy, Pontyclun

Llanstrisant

CF72 8XR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for the implementation of processes for the effective management of patients with long-term conditions using evidence-based practice including care for elderly and housebound patients.

Working as a senior member of the practice multidisciplinary team, the post holder will ensure nursing services are delivered effectively to the entitled patient population.

The Practice Nurse will be responsible for contributing to a number of clinical areas such as infection prevention and control, health promotion, chronic disease management, health promotion as well as actively supporting the practice management team in the reviewing and delivery of clinical policy and procedure.

Please read the supporting document for a full job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must be a registered Nurse with full NMC registration.

Desirable

• Post graduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of chronic disease management

Desirable

• Experience of working as a practice nurse or
• community nurse
• Experience of managing elderly and housebound
• patients

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Eightlands Surgery

Address

Dewsbury Health Centre

Welllington Road

Dewsbury

WF13 1HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will work under the supervision of the Lead Clinical Pharmacist to support the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred pharmaceutical care across the practice.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting medicines optimisation and prescribing safety initiatives.
• Undertaking medication reviews and medicines reconciliation.
• Managing repeat prescribing processes and responding to medication queries.
• Supporting high-risk medicines monitoring, including Direct Oral Anticoagulant (DOAC) optimisation.
• Completing clinical searches, audits and quality improvement projects.
• Supporting delivery of QOF, Enhanced Services and medicines optimisation initiatives.
• Working collaboratively with GPs, Clinical Pharmacists, Nurses, Community Pharmacies and Secondary Care providers.
• Supporting care home medicines optimisation and transfer of care processes.
• Contributing to service development and continuous improvement across the practice.
• Supporting the education and development of trainee Pharmacy Technicians, Foundation Trainee Pharmacists and other learners where appropriate.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information effectively with people at all levels by telephone, email and face to face
• Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports
• Good personal organisational skills
• Effective time management
• Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure

Personal qualities

Essential

• Ability to follow legal, ethical, professional and organisational policies/procedures and codes of conduct
• Patient-focused with a professional and compassionate approach.
• Reliable, organised and able to manage competing priorities.
• Proactive with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Able to demonstrate initiative, accountability and sound judgement.
• Committed to maintaining confidentiality and high professional standards.
• Enthusiastic about supporting service development and mentoring colleagues.
• Knowledge of and ability to work to policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding, lone working, information governance and health and safety

Other

Essential

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Access to own transport and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis, including to visit people in their own home

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Meets the qualification and registration requirements of the GPhC.
• Enrolled in, undertaking or qualified from, an approved training pathway. For example, the Primary Care Pharmacy Educational Pathway (PCPEP) or Medicines Optimisation in Care Homes (MOCH)
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Desirable

• Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACT) qualification.
• Medicines Optimisation in Care Homes (MOCH) qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a registered Pharmacy Technician.
• Experience supporting medicines optimisation and medication safety.
• Experience managing repeat prescribing and medicines reconciliation.
• Experience dealing with medication queries from patients and healthcare professionals.
• Experience using clinical IT systems.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience undertaking audits or quality improvement activities.
• Experience managing own workload and working autonomously within professional boundaries.

Desirable

• Experience working in General Practice or Primary Care.
• Experience using SystmOne.
• Experience supporting patients prescribed high-risk medicines.
• Experience undertaking Direct Oral Anticoagulant (DOAC) optimisation.
• Experience supporting Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and Enhanced Services.
• Experience working with care homes.
• Experience mentoring trainees or supporting learners.

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

Newgate Medical Group

Address

Health Centre

Newgate Street

Worksop

Notts

S80 1HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

ROLE SUMMARY

The post-holder will work four sessions per week at MHP Riley-Moorfield Healthcare Centre.

They will manage a varied patient caseload and provide high-quality, patient-centred medical care to registered and temporary patients. The post-holder will assess, diagnose, treat and manage a wide range of health needs while maintaining high clinical and professional standards.

They will work collaboratively with the Practice Partners and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and responsive primary care services.

Responsible to:

The Practice Partners.

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

In accordance with the Practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/her-self 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, paperwork, referrals and correspondence in a timely manner.

Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the Practice.

Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.

Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.

In consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health.

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 contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards.

Collecting data for audit purposes.

Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding handwritten prescriptions whenever possible).

Prescribing in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate.

Ensuring that all work carried out which carries a private fee is properly recouped and accounted for; e.g. Medical Reports, Insurance reports, Private letters to third Parties etc.

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 WITH THE PRACTICE:

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 Practice.

Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records.

Contributing to the summarising of patient records and accurate Read-Coding of 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 assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, to 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.

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 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-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

The post holder will have protected time for Mentorship sessions and Educational supervision provided by Medicus Health Partners

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

Participation in a Practice based annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.

Maintaining skills and knowledge for CPD and accreditation via the annual GP appraisal process.

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 PLANNING AND 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 their own work.

Participate in clinical audits when requested or where appropriate.

The above list serves to illustrate the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the development of this role as the practice develops, and the overall business objectives of the practice change.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Adaptable
• Enthusiastic and motivated
• Diligent
• Team player
• Ability to travel and work flexibly

Desirable

• Innovative

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise and entry on the GP Register
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice / Certificate Confirming Eligibility for General Practice Registration (CEGPR), or equivalent
• Included on a Medical Performers List or eligible
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Holder of MRCGP
• Evidence of other specialist interest /development / training

Knowledge

Essential

• Aware of local issues and their impact on the health needs of the locality
• Aware of the need for continuous professional development

Desirable

• Knowledge of current and forthcoming NSFs and their impact on primary care services

Experience

Essential

• Experience in general practice and working in multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience of using electronic clinical patient records
• Eligibility for minor surgery, obstetrics, family planning accreditation
• Experience of undertaking audit in general practice

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

Medicus Health Partners

Address

Medicus Health Partners

Riley-Moorfield Healthcare Centre

413 Hertford Road

Enfield

Middlesex

EN3 5PR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities

The post holder will be a Consultant Psychiatrist committed to establishing a culture of care and collaborative working in the team. You will be expected to provide clinical leadership and supervision to the team, work directly with adult patients and their families and liaise as appropriate with inpatient, crisis and other community consultant psychiatrists. You will also develop links across the whole mental health pathway and primary care networks in Havering to continually improve services for our communities.

The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team providing care to older adults with mental health needs who are registered with a GP Practice located in the central part of the London Borough of Havering (plus a small number of patients who reside in that part of the Borough but whose GP is elsewhere). This roughly equates to residents of the Electoral Wards named Brooklands, Romford Town, Squirrel’s Heath, Emerson Park, St Andrew’s, and Hylands as indicated on the borough map in Section 3.1 below. Supervision responsibilities for the Specialty Doctor and the Core Trainee will be divided between the Consultants in the Team.

The Medical staffing in the team consists of: • 3 whole time equivalent (wte) Consultants + 1 x 0.6 (wte) Consultant

General Duties

Organise and prioritise own and team workload in line with Trust protocols.

Ensure effective clinical and team-level risk management.

Training & Supervision

Provide clinical supervision and education to team doctors, promoting high standards of care.

Maintain personal professional development and support a culture of lifelong learning.

Undertake regular appraisal and maintain a personal development plan.

Facilitate integration of new staff and support team-wide training initiatives.

Education

Deliver in-service teaching to medical students, trainees, and multidisciplinary team members.

Administration

Complete all patient-related administrative tasks accurately and promptly.

Use the Trust’s electronic case record system effectively.

Management

Collaborate with the team manager and senior colleagues to ensure safe, high-quality care through clinical governance.

Act as line manager for resident doctors.

Leadership

Contribute to service development, business planning, and clinical leadership within the service and directorate.

Demonstrate leadership to foster effective teamwork and positive relationships across the Trust.

Promote integrated care and a supportive team culture.

Participate in Trust-wide mental health strategy and advocate for co-production in service development.

Share knowledge and best practice based on current research and evidence.

Communication

Communicate effectively with colleagues, senior managers, and clinical leads.

Convey complex patient information clearly to support collaborative decision-making.

• 1 x 0.8 (wte) Consultant + 1 x 0.4 (wte) Consultant in Memory Services • 1 wte SAS Doctor • 2 whole time equivalent (wte) Core/GP Trainees

We receive Year 4 medical students on clinical placement from Barts & The London School of Medicine, Queen Mary, University of London (QMUL) as well as Physician Associate students from QMUL and Anglia Ruskin University. There are opportunities for consultants to take an active role in teaching in terms of clinical curriculum delivery as well as delivering lectures and acting as examiners in the Clinical Examinations at QMUL.

Who to contact for informal inquiries:

Associate Medical Director: Dr Olumide Adeotoye [email protected]

Deputy Chief Medical Officer: Dr Sarah Dracass [email protected]

Medical Staffing: [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Inclusion in/eligibility for the Specialist Register for Psychiatry (or within 6 months of CCT)
• Approved Clinician status/ eligibility

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification

Experience

Essential

• Comprehensive understanding of biological, psychological, and social determinants of mental health disorders.
• A range of evidence-based treatment approaches for people with frailty and in Old Age.
• Awareness of NHS and NELFT strategic priorities and clinical governance.

Desirable

• An understanding of systemic leadership principles.
• Working knowledge of quality improvement methodology

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

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Harold Wood Clinic

Romford

Greater London

RM3 0QA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the Department and the Organisation.

The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the Department and the Organisation. This will be done in line with the Job evaluation Handbook guidelines.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences
• Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence.
• Skills for nurturing key relationships and maintaining networks.
• Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues
• Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
• Strategic thinking ability to anticipate
• Attention to detail combined with the ability to extract key messages from complex analysis
• Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where they may be a number of courses of action.
• Ability to organise and prioritise an autonomous caseload and meet changing deadlines
• Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of advice and support
• Ability to support learning, reflective practice and development of colleagues
• Intermediate keyboard skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload without supervision working to tight and often changing timescales
• Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships

Desirable

• Ability to co-ordinate complex assessments, reviews and meetings across organisations

Other

Essential

• An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
• Used to working in a busy environment
• Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Professional calm and efficient manner
• Effective organiser
• Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals.
• May be required to travel to ICB Offices and other venues within the ICB area as required
• Car driver

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and practical understanding of the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS-funded Nursing Care
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, safeguarding duties, consent, confidentiality and information sharing
• Experience of assessing people with complex health and care needs and producing evidence-based clinical reports
• Experience of multidisciplinary and multi-agency working across health and social care

Desirable

• Experience of care planning, review, risk management and person-centered practice
• Intermediate knowledge of IT systems and software programmes such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• A good understanding of the health and social care environment and roles and responsibilities within it

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
• Registered Nurse (Adult, Mental Health or Learning Disability)

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

Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board

Address

Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board

County Hall

Martineau Lane

Norwich

Norfolk

NR1 2DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Chislehurst Partnership Job Description Job Title: Hours: Working Pattern: Salary: Reporting to: Contracts and Administration Manager 32 hours per week Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday Dependent on experience Practice Manager About Us The Chislehurst Partnership is a forward-thinking GP practice formed through the merger of The Woodlands Practice and Chislehurst Medical Practice. We provide high-quality, person-centred care to approximately 24,000 patients across three sites in the heart of Chislehurst. We are committed to delivering excellent patient care through innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our multidisciplinary team, including GPs, GP Registrars, Mental Health Practitioners, Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Social Prescribing Link Workers, First Contact Physiotherapists, and Physician Associates, works together to support the health and wellbeing of our local population while fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive working environment for staff. Why Join Us? Caring for 24,000 patients across three sites Strong community focus and commitment to population health Supportive multidisciplinary team including GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists and Paramedics Excellent administrative and operational support EMIS clinical system with AccuRx integration Active and innovative Primary Care Network Opportunities for leadership and professional development Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements Strong commitment to staff wellbeing and career progression Job Purpose The Contracts and Administration Manager is responsible for the effective management of Practice contracts, enhanced services, performance monitoring and administrative operations. The post holder will oversee the Administration Team, ensure compliance with NHS contractual requirements, monitor performance targets, maintain high standards of data quality and reporting, support regulatory compliance, and contribute to the efficient day-to-day running of the Practice. The post holder is accountable to the Practice Manager and Partners and will work collaboratively with all members of the Practice team, the Primary Care Network PCN, NHS organisations and external stakeholders as required. The successful candidate will provide effective leadership and operational management of the Administration Team and will demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills. They will promote a positive working environment and maintain a caring, professional and patient-focused approach towards colleagues and patients. Main Duties and Responsibilities Contract Management and Performance Lead the management, monitoring and delivery of Practice contracts, Enhanced Services, Local Incentive Schemes and Primary Care Network (PCN) contractual requirements. Ensure compliance with all NHS contractual obligations and service specifications. Monitor contractual performance and achievement of targets, escalating risks and issues where appropriate. Analyse performance data and provide regular reports to the Practice Manager and Partners. Identify opportunities to maximise contract income and improve service delivery. Ensure accurate and timely submission of all claims, returns and performance reports. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of NHS contractual requirements and implement changes as required. Ensure relevant staff are aware of contractual obligations, targets and performance expectations. Data Quality and Clinical Systems Lead data quality initiatives to ensure accurate recording, coding and reporting of clinical activity. Monitor performance dashboards and undertake data analysis to support contractual achievement. Oversee the effective administration of EMIS Web and associated clinical systems. Manage appointment book configuration and template maintenance within EMIS Web. Ensure accurate clinical coding and data entry processes are maintained throughout the Practice. Support the utilisation of digital systems to improve operational efficiency and patient services. Produce reports and audits using EMIS Web and other Practice systems. Administration and Operational Management Provide day-to-day leadership and management of the Administration Team, including workflow, prescribing, contracts and reception functions. Ensure workloads are effectively managed and completed accurately to a high standard. Monitor workflow processes and implement improvements where required. Review, develop and implement administrative systems, policies and procedures. Ensure administrative services support safe, effective and responsive patient care. Support business continuity planning and ensure adherence to Practice continuity procedures. Provide operational management support to ensure the smooth running of the Practice. Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency and patient experience. Team Leadership and Staff Management Lead, motivate, support and develop members of the Administration Team. Manage staffing levels and coordinate rotas to ensure appropriate service coverage. Facilitate the recruitment, induction and onboarding of new administrative staff. Conduct annual appraisals, probation reviews and performance management meetings. Identify staff training requirements and coordinate learning and development opportunities. Hold regular team meetings and one-to-one sessions. Promote a positive, collaborative and patient-centred culture within the Practice. Support employee wellbeing and professional development. Quality, Governance and Compliance Support and lead activities required to maintain compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and regulations. Coordinate audits and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with Information Governance, GDPR, confidentiality and data protection requirements. Maintain accurate records and reporting systems. Ensure Practice policies and procedures are implemented and regularly reviewed. Monitor and support achievement of quality and performance standards. Ensure all work is completed within required timescales and deadlines. Practice Support Support Practice projects, service developments and change management initiatives. Develop effective working relationships with the PCN, ICB, commissioners and external stakeholders. Undertake any other duties consistent with the nature and responsibilities of the post to support the efficient operation of the Practice. Person Specification Essential Criteria Previous management experience within a GP Practice, Primary Care Network or NHS setting. Demonstrable experience in managing GP contracts, QOF, Enhanced Services and performance targets. Experience managing and developing administrative teams. Strong understanding of NHS contractual requirements and primary care performance frameworks. Experience using EMIS Web and NHS clinical systems. Experience of data analysis, reporting and performance monitoring. Excellent organisational and time management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Knowledge of Information Governance, GDPR and data protection requirements. Desirable Criteria Experience supporting CQC inspections and compliance activities. Qualification in healthcare management, business management or a related field. Experience of Primary Care Network service specifications. Experience of project management and service improvement. Personal Attributes The post holder will: Demonstrate professionalism, integrity and confidentiality. Be highly organised and self-motivated. Be committed to continuous improvement and service excellence. Have a positive, flexible and proactive approach to work. Be caring, respectful and supportive towards patients and colleagues. Be able to work independently and as part of a wider team. The post holder will be required to comply with all Practice policies and procedures, including those relating to Information Governance, Data Protection (UK GDPR), Confidentiality, Health and Safety, Equality and Diversity, Infection Prevention and Control, and Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults. The post holder must maintain confidentiality at all times regarding patients, staff and Practice business and ensure compliance with NHS standards and relevant legislation. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check appropriate to the role. The post holder will be required to undertake mandatory NHS training, including Safeguarding, Information Governance, Fire Safety, Health and Safety, and Infection Prevention and Control training. The duties and responsibilities outlined in this Job Description are not intended to be exhaustive and may be amended, following consultation, to meet the changing needs of the Practice. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade and nature of the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential Criteria
• Previous management experience within a GP Practice, Primary Care Network or NHS
• setting.
• Demonstrable experience in managing GP contracts, QOF, Enhanced Services and
• performance targets.
• Experience managing and developing administrative teams.
• Strong understanding of NHS contractual requirements and primary care performance
• frameworks.
• Experience using EMIS Web and NHS clinical systems.
• Experience of data analysis, reporting and performance monitoring.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of Information Governance, GDPR and data protection requirements.

Desirable

• Desirable Criteria
• Experience supporting CQC inspections and compliance activities.
• Qualification in healthcare management, business management or a related field.
• Experience of Primary Care Network service specifications.
• Experience of project management and service improvement.

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

The Chislehurst Partnership

Address

42 High Street

Chislehurst

Kent

BR7 5AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the Department and the Organisation.

The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the Department and the Organisation. This will be done in line with the Job evaluation Handbook guidelines.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences
• Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence.
• Skills for nurturing key relationships and maintaining networks.
• Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues
• Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
• Strategic thinking ability to anticipate
• Attention to detail combined with the ability to extract key messages from complex analysis
• Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where they may be a number of courses of action.
• Ability to organise and prioritise an autonomous caseload and meet changing deadlines
• Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of advice and support
• Ability to support learning, reflective practice and development of colleagues
• Intermediate keyboard skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload without supervision working to tight and often changing timescales
• Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships

Desirable

• Ability to co-ordinate complex assessments, reviews and meetings across organisations

Other

Essential

• An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
• Used to working in a busy environment
• Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Professional calm and efficient manner
• Effective organiser
• Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals.
• May be required to travel to ICB Offices and other venues within the ICB area as required
• Car driver

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and practical understanding of the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS-funded Nursing Care
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, safeguarding duties, consent, confidentiality and information sharing
• Experience of assessing people with complex health and care needs and producing evidence-based clinical reports
• Experience of multidisciplinary and multi-agency working across health and social care

Desirable

• Experience of care planning, review, risk management and person-centered practice
• Intermediate knowledge of IT systems and software programmes such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• A good understanding of the health and social care environment and roles and responsibilities within it

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
• Registered Nurse (Adult, Mental Health or Learning Disability)

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

Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board

Address

Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board

Endeavour House

Russell Road

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP1 2BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you an experienced Advanced Nurse or Clinical Practitioner passionate about delivering high-quality patient care? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic healthcare environment? Practice Plus Group is seeking dedicated healthcare professionals to join our Out of Hours team and make a real difference in the community. Practice Plus Group is a leading provider of urgent care services across the UK, committed to delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care to patients when they need it most outside of regular GP hours. For a map of all our locations please Click Here We can offer a range of sessions to allow you to flexibly choose the right shift pattern for you. In OOH we assess and treat patients who require urgent unscheduled intervention suitable for treatment by general practice clinicians when the GP surgeries are closed. Our referrals come from either 111, via a dedicated health care professional line used by paramedics and district nursing teams or from the AED or MIU. Please contact us directly for all contract options.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• For more information please contact us directly

Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Additional Criteria

Essential

• For more information please contact us directly

Desirable

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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

Practice Plus Group

Address

Epsom General Hospital, Dorking Road

Epsom

Surrey

KT187EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Check out our videos showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:

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The team provides input to people across South Staffordshire, working out of bases in Cannock, Stafford, Lichfield and Burton, as well as peoples homes, GP surgeries, other public settings, and occasionally inpatient settings. Due to the variability expected within the role, the successful applicant must be able to travel across the geographical area. We anticipate that the role will be predominantly cover the localities of Lichfield/Tamworth/Burton.

We encourage candidates to bring their authentic selves to work, and as such value applicants from diverse backgrounds and with varied experiences.

The team covers the whole of South Staffordshire, with bases in four major areas Cannock, Stafford, Lichfield and Burton. Travel across the patch is a requirement of this role, and work may take place within bases, peoples homes, and other community locations. This role is not suitable for home-working.

As we anticipate a high volume of applicants, we reserve the right to close this advert early. However, we would love to talk to you about this role and our service; please feel free to get in touch either before or after you make an application Dr. Anna Hooper (Principal Clinical Psychologist) 0300 303 3427,[email protected] or Celeste Callaghan (Operational Lead) 0300 303 3428, [email protected].

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A First or Upper Second honours degree in psychology OR a lower class with a post-graduate qualification e.g.: Masters degree.
• Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society.
• Experience of working in an inpatient or outpatient or community setting

Desirable

• Further training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice, and/or research design and analysis.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of face-to-face work with psychology and mental health clients
• Has experience of working alongside other staff.

Desirable

• Experience of working with people with severe and enduring mental health problems
• Experience of assisting in delivery of group-based treatment
• Has worked with clinical psychologists and has an awareness of professional standards/issues.
• Experience of working within multi-disciplinary settings and multi-agency settings.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities.
• An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to an acute or community mental health context.
• An understanding of psychology applied to health care

Desirable

• Experience of working with young adults or those experiencing psychosis
• Knowledge and skills specifically relevant to Early Intervention in Psychosis

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

South Staffordshire

Cannock/Stafford/Lichfield/Burton

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today.

Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution, your NHS needs you!!!

For further details regarding the job role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Typing, Audio and Word/Text Processing skills to RSA III or equivalent knowledge acquired through further experience
• GCSE English Language Grade C or equivalent

Desirable

• Medical secretary qualifications
• Shorthand minimum 90 wpm
• 4 GCSE Grade C or equivalent
• NVQ III or equivalent
• AMSPAR - Medical Terminology Certificate
• Stage 1 - Management Development or equivalent
• D32/33 Assessor Award or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Recent Medical Secretarial experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of PAS
• Knowledge of 18 week RTT pathway

Knowledge, skills, aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise workload to achieve deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent Microsoft Word User.
• Ability to communicate and work in a team
• Awareness and Knowledge of the dignity in care agenda.
• Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework

Desirable

• Validation of 18 week RTT pathway

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Conscientious in standard of work produced
• Ability to work under pressure
• Clear understanding of the importance of confidentiality

Desirable

• Readiness to try new things
• Adaptable to change

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

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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

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Pilgrim Hospital

Boston

PE21 9QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Purpose of role:

To ensure good quality nursing care is available and delivered to residents, and that support workers are safely and appropriately led, supervised and supported throughout their shift. To create and maintain care plans in conjunction with residents and their families/friends.

Specific Responsibilities:

To be directly responsible to the General Manager

To be the clinical lead in charge of the home in the absence of manager or senior nurses.

To work closely with the GP and other members of the wider multiple disciplinary team

To provide care to a high standard in the following:

• End of life care
• Continence assessments
• Catheter care
• Diabetes management
• Wound care
• Assessment of unwell residents
• Clinical Observations
• Venepuncture

• Confirmation of death
• Pressure area assessment and care
• Swallowing assessments

(This list is not exhaustive and may be adapted depending on the needs of the organisation and residents in the home).

To work alongside unqualified care staff as mentor/teacher whilst on shift, developing their understanding of nursing care, and, where appropriate, teaching them the skills to take on delegated clinical tasks.as per general manager guidance

To deliver supervision meetings for care staff, in partnership with Team Leaders and wider management team

To participate in the on-call rota shared with other Nurses/Support Team Managers/management

To administer medications and carry out medication rounds when required

To maintain up to date evidence based practice and valid NMC PIN

To attend regular clinical supervisions

To attend handovers and work in partnership with Team Leaders to ensure care staff deliver tasks and attend to residents appropriately and to the required standards

To maintaining good team relationships with all staff members throughout the home

To role model behaviours, a sound work ethic and Ardale ethos at all times to junior staff, residents and visitors

Accountabilities:

Positive management feedback

Care staff are well supported and trained

Care delivery and clinical issues are handled and delivered in an exemplary manner

Resident care, welfare and safety is embedded as the most important aspect of our operation

Positive resident and family feedback

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A friendly and approachable manner
• Ability to learn and develop independently
• A proven ability to work succesfully as part of a team
• A demonstrated ability to prioritse and work under pressure
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Nursing qualification DiPHE/BSc
• The ability to work efficiently, effectively, diligently and courteously without the need for close supervision
• A commitment to working with people in a person centred approach
• Demonstrable emotional warmth, compassion, kindness and empathy
• The ability and willingness to take on additional responsibilities and accountabilities as the job role develops
• The ability to acknowledge your own limits and ask for assistance and support when needed

Desirable

• IT literate
• Community Nursing experience
• The ability to train others to carry out delegated tasks

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

Ardale Ltd

Address

Welwyn Grange

Broadwater Road

Welwyn Garden City

AL7 3EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

The post-holder will support delivery of the Practice EHCH service in accordance with:

• the current NHS England Network Contract DES;
• the current Enhanced Health in Care Homes framework;
• the Practices agreed care-home operating model;
• the Practice's clinical governance arrangements;
• relevant ICB requirements and local pathways;
• NICE guidance and other national clinical guidance;
• relevant safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act and deprivation of liberty requirements;
• information governance requirements;
• local medicines-management policies;
• relevant CQC requirements and care-home policies; and
• professional standards and regulatory requirements.

The AMP will:

• Participate in scheduled care-home ward rounds as part of the multidisciplinary team and according to the agreed Practice care-home model.
• Work collaboratively with care-home staff to identify residents requiring clinical review, prioritising according to clinical urgency, frailty, risk and agreed care-home processes.
• Contribute to proactive identification of residents at increased risk of deterioration, hospital admission, falls, medication-related harm, malnutrition/dehydration, pressure damage and other significant health risks.
• Contribute to personalised care and support planning, ensuring that the resident's wishes, preferences, capacity, communication needs, clinical needs and goals are considered.
• Support timely clinical assessment of new or returning care-home residents and contribute to the Practice's arrangements for comprehensive assessment and personalised care planning following admission/readmission.
• Review and update care plans where there is a significant change in clinical circumstances.
• Work with the wider MDT to identify appropriate interventions and services that enable residents to remain safely within the care-home environment wherever appropriate.
• Participate in MDT discussions and case conferences for residents with complex or changing needs.
• Support effective communication between the care home, Practice, community services, secondary care, pharmacy, social care and other relevant agencies.
• Contribute to service evaluation, audit, quality improvement and monitoring of EHCH activity and outcomes.

The current national framework emphasises integrated working between primary care, community health, social care and care homes, with personalised care and support at the centre of the model.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current professional registration appropriate to the AMP profession.
• Relevant advanced clinical qualification at postgraduate level or demonstrable equivalent advanced-practice capability.
• Evidence of advanced clinical assessment and decision-making competence.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Appropriate prescribing qualification where prescribing is a requirement of the post.
• Appropriate training and competence in phlebotomy.
• Evidence of competence in relevant clinical observations and investigations.
• Current mandatory training appropriate to the role.
• Appropriate professional indemnity/insurance arrangements.

Desirable

• Advanced practice MSc or equivalent.
• Independent prescribing qualification.
• Advanced assessment qualification.
• Non-medical prescribing qualification where applicable.
• Relevant care-of-the-elderly/frailty qualification.
• Palliative/end-of-life care training.
• Dementia training.
• Leadership qualification.
• Relevant safeguarding qualification/training.

Skills and Competency

Essential

• The post-holder must demonstrate the ability to:
• undertake advanced clinical assessment;
• make safe autonomous clinical decisions;
• recognise clinical deterioration;
• manage acute clinical presentations;
• manage long-term conditions;
• interpret clinical investigations;
• undertake phlebotomy;
• perform routine observations;
• formulate differential diagnoses;
• develop management plans;
• initiate appropriate treatment within scope;
• make appropriate referrals;
• safety-net patients and care staff;
• communicate complex clinical information clearly;
• work effectively within an MDT;
• manage competing clinical priorities;
• maintain accurate clinical records;
• use electronic clinical systems;
• manage clinical risk;
• escalate appropriately;
• demonstrate sound clinical judgement; and
• work effectively in a care-home environment.

Communication

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with older people and people with cognitive impairment.
• Ability to communicate with relatives and carers sensitively.
• Ability to communicate with care-home staff at all levels.
• Ability to manage difficult or sensitive conversations.
• Ability to explain clinical information clearly.
• Ability to negotiate and influence appropriately.
• Ability to work constructively across organisational boundaries.
• Demonstrable commitment to compassionate and person-centred care.

Clinical Knowledge

Essential

• Good working knowledge of:
• acute illness in older people;
• frailty;
• multimorbidity;
• long-term condition management;
• dementia and delirium;
• falls;
• nutrition and hydration;
• medicines safety;
• polypharmacy;
• safeguarding;
• Mental Capacity Act;
• consent;
• advance care planning;
• palliative and end-of-life care;
• appropriate referral pathways;
• infection prevention and control;
• clinical governance;
• patient safety;
• evidence-based practice; and
• relevant NICE and national guidance.

Desirable

• Knowledge of:
• Enhanced Health in Care Homes;
• Network Contract DES requirements;
• primary care contractual arrangements;
• care-home clinical governance;
• community services;
• admission avoidance pathways;
• virtual wards;
• urgent community response;
• integrated care systems;
• shared care records; and
• care-home quality and regulatory requirements.

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration clinical experience.
• Experience of autonomous clinical assessment and decision-making.
• Experience of managing patients with acute illness.
• Experience of managing patients with multiple long-term conditions.
• Experience of working with older people and/or people with frailty and complex needs.
• Experience of multidisciplinary working.
• Experience of clinical risk assessment and escalation.
• Experience of interpreting clinical investigations.
• Experience of making or supporting appropriate referrals.
• Experience of maintaining high-quality clinical records.
• Experience of working within clinical governance arrangements.
• Experience of recognising deterioration and acting appropriately.

Desirable

• Experience working in general practice.
• Experience working in care homes.
• Experience undertaking care-home ward/home rounds.
• Experience of proactive care planning.
• Experience of admission avoidance.
• Experience of frailty assessment.
• Experience of palliative/end-of-life care.
• Experience of medicines optimisation/polypharmacy.
• Experience of quality improvement or clinical audit.
• Experience of teaching care-home or healthcare staff.

Leadership and Teamwork

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to work effectively as part of an MDT.
• Ability to work autonomously while recognising the need for escalation.
• Ability to provide clinical leadership within scope of practice.
• Ability to support colleagues and care-home staff.
• Ability to contribute to service improvement.
• Ability to manage clinical priorities safely.
• Ability to work collaboratively with primary, community and secondary care.
• Commitment to shared decision-making.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• The successful candidate will demonstrate:
• professional integrity;
• compassion;
• reliability;
• resilience;
• initiative;
• accountability;
• sound judgement;
• adaptability;
• commitment to patient safety;
• commitment to equality and inclusion;
• commitment to continuous learning;
• ability to work under pressure;
• ability to recognise personal limitations;
• commitment to collaborative working; and
• a proactive approach to improving care for care-home residents.

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

South Doc Services

Address

West Heath Medical Centre

194-196 West Heath Road

Northfield

Birmingham

West Midlands

B31 3HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://southdocservices.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist patients and visitors in a professional, courteous and compassionate manner.
• Answer telephone calls promptly and deal with enquiries appropriately, maintaining a calm and helpful approach at all times.
• Book, amend and cancel appointments in accordance with practice procedures.
• Signpost patients to appropriate healthcare professionals, services and organisations where required.
• Process prescription requests and other patient enquiries accurately and efficiently.
• Register new patients and maintain accurate and up-to-date patient information.
• Ensure patient records and information are handled accurately and confidentially, in line with practice policies and information governance requirements.
• Receive and process administrative requests, messages and correspondence.
• Liaise effectively with GPs, nurses, healthcare professionals and the wider practice team.
• Support the practice with general administrative duties, including filing, scanning, photocopying and data entry.
• Assist with the smooth running of reception and waiting areas, ensuring patients receive a positive experience.
• Deal appropriately with sensitive or difficult situations, escalating concerns to the appropriate member of staff when necessary.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Follow practice policies, procedures and protocols, including those relating to safeguarding, infection prevention and health and safety.
• Attend staff meetings, training and development sessions as required.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility.

The Receptionist will work as an integral member of the practice team, contributing to a positive and supportive working environment. The role requires flexibility, good communication skills and the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands within a busy GP practice.

The successful candidate will be committed to providing high-quality patient care and will demonstrate a positive, respectful and professional approach to patients, colleagues and other healthcare professionals.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a reception, administrative, customer service or healthcare setting.
• Good standard of written and spoken English.
• Basic computer skills and confidence using IT systems.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy environment.

Additional

Essential

• Caring, compassionate and patient-focused approach.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Respectful and professional towards patients, colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
• Demonstrates a commitment to confidentiality and patient dignity.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within a GP practice, NHS or other healthcare environment.
• Experience using primary care clinical systems such as EMIS or SystmOne.

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications and Experience
• Previous experience in a reception, administrative, customer service or healthcare setting.
• Good standard of written and spoken English.
• Basic computer skills and confidence using IT systems.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy environment.

Desirable

• Experience using primary care clinical systems such as EMIS or SystmOne.
• Understanding of NHS primary care services and the role of general practice

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

Greenfields Medical Practice

Address

12 Terrace Street

Hyson Green

Nottingham

NG7 6ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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