Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:

The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried GP. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract

Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

Effective management of long-term conditions

Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles

Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF

Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training

Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

Prepare and complete the revalidation process

Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines

Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies

Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registered with a license to practise; On the NHS England Performers List.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in General Practice/Primary Care setting; Experience of working to achieve standards within the Quality and Outcome Framework (QoF) Working autonomously in an General Practitioner role.

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Essential

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient care skills; Enthusiastic, collaborative and keen to contribute to a positive team culture.

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

Millstream Medical Centre

Address

Avon Approach

Salisbury

SP1 3SL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description document which will provide a more detailed description of role and main responsibilities.

After several years of ever closer working, North Mid and Royal Free London are planning to come together as one organisation to enable them to go further and faster in improving services for patients and the health of the local community than they can achieve separately. The merger of North Mid into the RFL group is currently expected to take place on 1 January 2025, subject to NHS England and Secretary of State approval.

Person Specification

Education / Qualification

Essential

• HCPC. Registered Physiotherapist.
• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy.
• Masters/level 7 modules, relevant postgraduate qualification, ongoing training with focus on Pain

Desirable

• Full masters with focus on pain
• Any relevant leadership and management training, e.g. process mapping and redesign; demand and capacity.
• Independent Prescriber

Previous Experience

Essential

• Substantial post graduate experience in musculoskeletal services, including GP direct access work and the management of complex and chronic conditions.
• Advanced knowledge of a wide range of MSK approaches to management of MSK pain conditions.
• Experience of delivering group work.
• Evidence of substantial organisational and supervisory experience.
• Experience in implementing evidence-based practice and or protocol development and Audit work
• Extensive experience of teaching and mentoring within MSK and wider physiotherapy field
• An excellent understanding of NHS processes and systems
• Postgraduate training or development in management and leadership skills

Desirable

• Involvement in research projects.
• Experience in teaching at regional level.
• Extensive experience of teaching to clinical staff outside Physiotherapy.
• Membership of specialist interest group

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Able to process manage and communicate highly complex information to colleagues and patients who may be emotional distressed or antagonistic.
• Advanced level of expertise in the management of complex pain problems and up to date clinical skills across a broad spectrum of approaches to the management of pain musculoskeletal problems, utilising advanced assessment, clinical reasoning, treatment and therapeutic handling skills.
• Advanced analytical and critical appraisal skills.
• Advanced skills to triage and prioritise own and others workloads within a busy and pressured environment.
• Able to carry out concurrent activities and work in an unpredictable working pattern
• Skills to facilitate strong cohesive team working and the ability to maintain excellent working relationships with colleagues across a range of professions in particular with medical colleagues.
• Competent IT skills.

Desirable

• Counselling skills
• Competent to order relevant investigations eg: MRI, XRay, Blood tests

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Understanding of own personal development and learning needs.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills, including assertiveness
• Able to manage stressful situations by always remaining calm and objective

Other Essential Factors

Essential

• Excellent working knowledge of NHS systems of care, processes and relationships.
• Excellent working knowledge of NHS systems of care, processes and relationships
• To demonstrate a strong commitment to patient care.

Royal Free shared commitments

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Barnet (Various sites)

Wellhouse Lane

Barnet

EN5 3DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• RGN
• Evidence of recent relevant training

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working in the community
• Evidence of research based/reflective practice

Desirable

• Long Term Conditions experience
• Wound management experience
• End of Life Care 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.

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

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

St. Oswald's Hospital

Clifton Road

Ashbourne

DE6 1DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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We have an exciting opportunity for an Administrator to join the team at HMP Lewes, a busy Category B male prison with capacity of around 627.

Practice Plus Group provides healthcare services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Additional Criteria

Essential

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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.

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

1 Brighton Rd

Lewes

East Sussex

BN7 1EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplushij.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To ensure that the ECT Suite is appropriately prepared.

2. To ensure that all the equipment used during treatment has been checked and are in good working order.

3. To check that the waiting area is comfortable and private, and that a television and/ or music is available to promote a relaxed environment, if desired.

4. To ensure that oxygen, suction and medical/ surgical supplies are available for use during treatment.

5. To check that the patient’s consent form has been correctly completed and care plan is in place. That it complies with Mental Health Act requirements. To ensure the ECT care package is collated and correct, ready for use in each session.

6. To ensure that the patients’ medical notes are available on the ward during treatment, if indicated.

7. To check the patients name against his/ her identity band.

8. To ensure that the patient’s privacy and dignity is maintained at all times.

9. To ensure that the patient has been ‘nil by mouth’ for the period stated by the Anaesthetist prior to treatment, in conjunction with ECT care guidelines.

10.To adhere and complete all relevant documentation.

11.To ensure that accurate records of the patients treatment are up-to date and reflective of the treatment session.

12.To be responsible for the emergency and resuscitation equipment. To ensure it is maintained and in good working order.

13.To liaise between ward, community and medical staff.

14.To be a point of contact for ECTAS and ensure all ECTAS standards are delivered.

15.To assist in audit in relation to all aspects of ECT.

16.To be responsible for providing relevant documentation to ECTAS and Livewell Southwest.

17.Assist in the induction of all ECT staff.

18.Ensure that patients attending for ECT (and their relatives, careers where appropriate) receive information to their needs.

19.To practice in a manner consistent with the principles and standards of the service ensuring that national and local policies and guidelines are observed.

20.To ensure that the patient is fully informed about the rationale for their treatment and is involved in the implementation and evaluation of their treatment.

21.To provide support to patients following their prescribed treatment including supporting physical health and being able to recognise possible signs of decline in physical health and act accordingly.

22.Offer company and conversation both pre and post treatment if required, support patients to maintain and access a good food and fluid intake post treatment.

23.To complete all ECT checks prior to administration of ECT.

24.To work collaboratively with all disciplines and agencies involved in the ECT, acting as a resource for staff, patients, carers and relatives in relation to these services.

25.To participate in working groups as required.

26.To participate in Appraisal and Line Management.

Participate in service governance initiatives including audit, evaluation and reviews of the services.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Have competent level of training and experience in airway management and recovery procedures
• A minimum of one years experience of working in a Mental Health setting

Desirable

• Experience of working in a variety of Mental Health settings
• Acute Mental Health experience
• within an NHS type setting
• Working in a MDT
• Experience of emotional distress
• Experience of mental health services

Skills

Essential

• Communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Team work Skills
• Able to take charge
• Administration skills
• Computer skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Supervision of Junior staff
• Prioritising
• Regular training in Basic and Immediate Life Support to meet requirement of local protocols.
• Dependable, reliable and flexible working ability
• Responsible and self-motivated
• Able to manage own stress and recognise / support stress in others
• Flexible and approachable
• Ability to reflect constructively on practice
• Relate well to senior and junior staff

Desirable

• Specialist Counselling Skills
• Knowledge of ECT
• Willingness to participate in Teaching activity
• Interest in development opportunities
• Good team player

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational Qualification Level III in Healthcare or able to demonstrate the ability, skills and knowledge to work at this level
• Effective Communication Skills
• Ability to contribute to the process of and the delivery of high standard of care as planned in care programme
• Team working skills
• Ability to participate in activities with patients

Desirable

• Record keeping skills
• Ability to work with minimum of supervision
• Time Management
• Computer skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Mental Health Act 1983
• Confidentiality
• Statutory requirements
• Networking with other agencies
• Ethical issues in relation to Mental Health

Desirable

• Knowledge of up to date ECT Guidelines

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Livewell Southwest

Address

The Glenbourne Unit

Morlaix Drive

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 5AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

Are you a Registered Nurse, looking for a career in the community?

In the Exmouth, Budleigh, Woodbury Cluster we have exciting opportunities for you to join one of our Community Nursing teams, We work in a coastal seaside area and look forward to you joining our Community Nursing teams covering 6 GP practices.

As a Registered Nurse working in the Community you will provide person centred care based on the holistic nursing assessment in order to plan, implement and evaluate nursing care. You will promote and support self-management and work with people to manage their long-term conditions, prevent hospital admission, and support early discharge from the in-patient setting. The role also focuses on using and developing your clinical skills and supporting individuals at the end of life. You will work in a Community Nursing Team which is part of the wider Adult Health and Social Care Team, as well as working with a wide variety of providers, to meet the nursing needs of individuals in their home setting or alternative residential settings.

Experience in Community Nursing is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided and fully supported.

Within Community Nursing, career development opportunities include education in specialist areas, such as Tissue Viability, End of life care and Long-term Conditions, with link Nurse roles supported to enable continual professional development.

Working Pattern: 7.5 hours daily working a 2 week roster 2 days one week and 3 days the following week

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Please note, this is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees.

For further information please contact: Louise Bidwell, Operational Lead. [email protected] / 07812608764 or Lorraine Murray, Professional Lead, [email protected], 07970180101

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exmouth

Devon

EX8 2JN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job description

Job title: Salaried GP

Line manager: Practice Manager

Accountable to: The Partners - Clinically, Practice Manager Administratively

Job summary. To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract. Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

1 Primary Responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried GP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract

Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

Effective management of long-term conditions

Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, lab reports, Workflow documents, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

Any private work done during the working day i.e. PMAs, medical reports, will be carried as part of normal duties and all fees received for such remain the property of the Practice

In accordance with the practice timetable, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, video consultations, telephone consultations and queries, covering urgent care duties and visiting patients at home

Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) of the QOF

Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR

Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

Prepare and complete the revalidation process

Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines

Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times

Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care

2 Secondary Responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to:

Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead

Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA)

3 Review of this Job Description

This document may be amended following consultation with the post holder, to facilitate the development of the role, the practice and the individual. All personnel should be prepared to accept additional, or surrender existing duties, to enable the efficient running of the practice.

General Information

All staff at The Nile Practice have a duty to conform to the following:

4 Confidentiality

The post holder will maintain appropriate confidentiality of information relating to the Practice, individuals and patient information. The post holder will be expected to comply with all aspects of the GDPR and other current legislation.

5 Equality & Diversity

The Nile Practice is committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all staff and for those who access our services. You must work in accordance with equal opportunities policies/procedures and promote the equality and diversity agenda of the Practice.

6 Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infection

The post holder is expected to comply with Practice Infection Control Policies and conduct themselves at all times in such a manner as to minimise the risk of healthcare associated infection.

7 Quality & Continuous Improvement (CI)

To preserve and improve the quality of our output, all personnel are required to think not only of what they do, but how they achieve it. By continually re-examining our processes, we will be able to develop and improve the overall effectiveness of the way we work. The responsibility for this rests with everyone working within the practice to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice.

This practice continually strives to improve work processes which deliver health care with improved results across all areas of our service provision. We promote a culture of continuous improvement, where everyone counts and staff are permitted to make suggestions and contributions to improve our service delivery and enhance patient care.

8 Records Management

The post holder has responsibility for the timely and accurate creation, maintenance and storage of records in accordance with Practice policy, including email documents and with regard to the GDPR, The Freedom of Information Act and any other relevant statutory requirements.

9 Risk Management / Health & Safety

The Nile Practice committed to supporting and promoting opportunities to for staff to maintain their health, well-being and safety. You have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for you, your team and others, and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements. All personnel are to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Environment Act 1995, Fire Precautions (workplace) Regulations 1999 and other statutory legislation.

10 Safeguarding

The practice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share its commitment.

11 Security

The security of the practice is the responsibility of all personnel. Staff must ensure they remain vigilant at all times and report any suspicious activity immediately to their line manager. Under no circumstances are staff to share the codes for the door locks to anyone and are to ensure that restricted areas remain effectively secured.

12 Service Implementation/Improvement

Assist with safeguarding for both children and vulnerable adults using local guidance and referral criteria

Understand basic legal and communication issues regarding child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance misuse and addictive behaviour

Contribute new ideas to improve patient care

Work with the practice to ensure targets are met

Smoking - the Practice operates a non-smoking policy. Employees are not permitted to smoke or use e-cigarettes anywhere within the premises of the Practice or when outside on official business.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications
• Essential
• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
• General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Full GMC Registration
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
• National Performers List registration
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of CCG initiatives
• General understanding of the GMS contract

Essential Criteria

Essential

• 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

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

The Nile Practice

Address

High Street

Cheslyn Hay

Walsall

WS6 7AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Consultant in Audiovestibular MedicineGrade: Medical & Dental Consultant Substantive: 2 x 6PA PostsContract: SubstantiveDepartment: Specialty MedicineReports To: Clinical Lead for AVMAccountable To: Clinical DirectorSite: St Helier and EpsomHours of work(p/w): 6PAs (24 hours per week)Post DescriptionWe are recruiting 2 part time , 6PA consultants in Audiovestibular Medicine, they will be joining theexisting consultants in this area based St Helier Hospital. The work as a consultantis mainly carried out on the St Helier Site with some sessions which may be held at EpsomHospital. The service represents a modernisation of audiovestibular pathways andconsultants closely with other trust specialists. This service is strongly supported andresourced by the Trust.Audiovestibular Model of Care at Epsom and St Helier University HospitalsTrustAudiovestibular medicine (AVM) has been established in the Trust since 1989. It ispart of the Department of Audiology. There are 6 consultants in the department andone specialist registrar who is on the Pan-Thames Specialist Registrar rotation. Theservice is well received and supported by local general practitioners and the majorityof the referrals received come from GPs and other consultants within the trust. Weprovide ototoxicity monitoring for the Royal Marsden Hospital in Sutton. Referrals arealso received from neighbouring CCGs and from boroughs further afield without AVMprovision.The speciality is outpatient-based with no designated beds for inpatient activityalthough there is good liaison with the ENT specialist for access to the operating listfor paediatric ABR testing under GA where appropriate, and access to day case bedson QMCH for sedated ABR testing, when necessary. Clinics are held at FergusonHouse in the recently refurbished audiology department, and the Springall OutpatientUnit, for adult patients, and at the Queen Marys Hospital for Childrens recentlyrefurbished Paediatric Audiology Unit and Outpatient Clinics for paediatric patients.The entire range of audiovestibular and neuro-otological symptoms are seen in bothpaediatric and adult AVM clinics.The staffing component of the Department comprises:3 x Band 8 heads of service (Adult and Paediatric)2 x Hearing therapists6 x Band 7 senior Specialist Audiologists7 x band 6 senior Audiologists4 x band 5 Audiologists5x band 3 assistant audiologistsAudiology POD admin teamThe audiology department provides a full range of tertiary diagnostic services,(including auditory brainstem response, otoacoustic emissions, acoustic reflex andspeech audiometry, videonystagmography, VEMP and caloric test, vHIT, balanceplatform, mastoid vibration) and therapeutic interventions for imbalance, dizziness,tinnitus and hearing loss.The work of the Consultant AVPs is supported by the audiologists and hearingtherapists in the department. There is also good support and interaction with theadvisory service for children with hearing loss from the boroughs of Merton, Suttonand Surrey and other professionals in the multi-disciplinary team around the child.The team also benefit from being members of a dynamic and proactive CHSWG.Medical investigations such as radiological and phlebotomy services are provided onsite. There is specialist radiological input: monthly radiology meetings, fortnightlyneuroradiology meetings, and access to play specialist support for childrenundergoing investigations and procedures as needed. Some investigations, such as3T MRI, and neurovestibular physiotherapy can be accessed by referring to StGeorges Hospital as we are now part of the same organisation (GESH). Joint MDTwith regional clinical genetics is held quarterly. There are 8 interesting/challengingcases meetings, shared with St Georges AVM colleagues, per year.We are a friendly and cohesive team. There are monthly adult and paediatric teammeetings, regular clinical governance meetings and we participate in quarterly SouthWest Regional Audit Group peer review meetings.Consultant Audiovestibular Medicine PostsIt is anticipated that the 2 post holders will provide adult and/or paediatric AVMoutpatient clinics according to service needs and the candidates interests. There isalso an opportunity to provide and further develop a paediatric dizzy/vestibular clinic.The post includes 3.5 outpatient clinics, 1 session for SPA, and 1.5 session for clinic related activity. The post has arisen due to a vacancy, and continued increaseddemand for the AVM service. The post-holder will: In conjunction with other health professionals, investigate and manageadults and children with, vertigo, imbalance and/or tinnitus Investigate progressive and fluctuating sensorineural hearing loss Interpret audiovestibular test results in the context of clinical findingsThere is scope for the post holder to develop their areas of interest within thedepartment.Secretarial / Administrative SupportThere is administrative and secretarial support for the post.Main Responsibilities and DutiesPrinciple Duties of the PostThe principal duty of this post is to provide a comprehensive clinical service topatients.1. To at all times, comply with the GMCs guidance on Good Medical Practiceas amended or substituted from time to time.2. To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.3. To undertake duties as defined within the attached job plan in so far aspracticable and in agreement with your Clinical Director.4. To be responsible and managerially accountable for the reasonable andeffective use of Trust resources that you use and influence, andprofessionally accountable to the Medical Director.5. On commencement to ensure personal attendance at the Trusts corporateInduction (or arranged Consultant Induction).6. To participate in the Trusts Statutory & Mandatory training programme.7. To be responsible for the Clinical Management of in and out patients underyour care.8. Review ward referrals either in person or to give advice to junior membersof the teamTeaching & Training To share responsibility with other Consultants for the recruitment, appointmentand supervision of junior medical staff in accordance with Trust policies. To devote time on a regular basis for teaching and training of junior medicalstaff, contributing as appropriate to post-graduate and continuing medicaleducation. To devote time, through agreement on a regular basis for teaching and trainingof medical students as part of agreed teaching arrangements with theFoundation School.Management & Governance1. To be responsible for the management, appraisal and discipline of juniordoctors who are attached to you, after taking appropriate advice, whereappropriate.2. To maintain personal and professional development. The post holder will beexpected to register with their respective Royal College for the purpose ofCME/CPD and to fulfil the requirements of that registration.3. To provide advice, as required to the Executive and Trust board, GeneralPractitioners and other interested parties, on the provision of planning ofclinical services locally, regionally and nationally in keeping with confidentialityagreements relating to Trust business.4. To co-operate in the present framework agreement of managementarrangements.5. To fully participate in Clinical Governance arrangements across the Trustincluding participation in clinical audit, research (where appropriate), pursuingan agreed agenda with colleagues and the Trust Board and fully co-operatingin implementing the results in order to achieve best practice.6. To participate, on at least an annual basis in consultant appraisal and jobplanning reviews.7. To comply with Trust policies and procedures where appropriate.8. To ensure that all intellectual property rights of the Trust are observed.Proposed Job PlanThe proposed job plan for this post is attached below. This will be discussed in detailwith the post holder on appointment.Job plans will be reviewed annually, following an appraisal meeting. The job plan willbe a prospective agreement that sets out a Consultants typical working pattern,duties, objectives and responsibilities for the coming year. It will cover all aspects ofa Consultants professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research,education, managerial responsibilities and external commitments.On appointment of the post holder, the Clinical Director may commence discussionsto finalise the job plan which will become operational on appointment. The job plan isan indicative plan of the duties the post holder is likely to be asked to undertake.Additional programmed activities may be offered to the post holder. Any offer ofadditional programmed activities will be based on the needs of the service and in linewith the Trust objectives and will be reviewed on an annual basis.The post is predominantly expected to be at St Helier hospital. If cross site workingis necessary then allowance for travelling time between sites will be made within theprogrammed activities detailed on the job plan.Private PracticeThe post holder should ensure that any private practice commitments are discussedwith your Clinical Director and entered into the prospective job plan. Any change tothese will need to be discussed between the post holder and the Clinical Director andrecorded in an amended job plan. Consultants will be required to ensure that theymeet the code of conduct for private practice at all times.Any successful Candidate will be given an opportunity to meet and discuss and agreethe Job plan in detail in accordance with the Trust Job planning Process.

Person Specification

education and qualification

Essential

• completion of AVP training rotation
• medical degree
• professional registration

Desirable

• MSc MED AUD

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Essential

• DEMONSTRATE A HIGH STANDARD OF CLINICAL SKILL AND EXPERTISE

Desirable

• SUPERVISION OF TRAINEES

REASEARCH EXPERIENCE

Essential

• DEMONSTRATE THE ABILITY TO CONTRIBUTE TO CHANGE MANAGEMENT
• ABILITY TO APPLY RSEARCH FINDINGS TO CLINICAL PROBLEMS

Desirable

• PUBLICATIONS IN PEER REVIEW JOURNALS

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• TEAMWORKING
• GOOD INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
• PATIENT CENTRED APPROACH
• COMMITMENT TO CONTINUED PERSONAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

St Helier Hospital

wrythe lane

sutton

SM51AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their consent to the collection of a blood sample

Collection of sample(s)s of blood in accordance with training and procedures Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate containers

Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity

Checking patient identification against GP/nurse request and confirming with patient whenever possible

Recording collection of blood sample in patient record in accordance with practice procedure Ensuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion.

Ensuring that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff Notifying the GP/nurse of any significant patient issues

Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team

Report any clinical or environmental issues of concern and take action to rectify these where appropriate

Ensure a working knowledge and compliance with Practice Policies and Procedures Check and record fridge temperatures to maintain the cold chain

Check and re-stock GP rooms regularly

Understand the importance and adhere to infection control issues Keep clinical areas clean and free from clutter.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good General Education.
• Functional skills in English and Maths
• Qualified in Phlebotomy

Experience

Essential

• Ability to provide quality care.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good organisational skills
• Good team working skills.
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions.
• Adaptable to change.
• Computer literate

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

Invicta Health CIC

Address

Martello Health Centre

Romney Marsh

Kent

TN290TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

General duties

Health and Safety- It is the responsibility of the individual to work in compliance with all current Health and Safety legislation and the Practice Health and Safety Policy. To attend any training requirements, both statutory and mandatory, in line with the legal responsibility to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act.

The roles contains the following responsibilities:

To maintain registration with the NMC.

To adhere to the NMC Code.

To support training and development.

To maintain personal professional competency and appropriate development.

To carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Practice Policies including duty of candour and whistleblowing.

Required to comply with all relevant national and local statutory and mandatory requirements including Health and Safety, Infection Control, Safeguarding, Information Governance, Research Governance and Equality and Human Rights.

To implement and review individual care plans, a self-management plans and to agree trigger thresholds to contact Case Managers / GPs.

Plan visits to housebound people, undertake every 3-6 months, and arrange care plans where necessary

Provide enhanced support to Nursing and Residential home with a focus on strengthening relationships and improving access through information sharing, education and advice.

Planned visits to Nursing and Residential homes to be undertaken every 3-6 months, providing training as required.

To ensure all people in Nursing and Residential homes have care plans (including dementia where needed) and to provide a holistic review of all people in these homes with updates of their care plans.

To contact people where necessary to advise them of the role of Specialist Neighbourhood Nurse

Visit people at home following the identification of urgent clinical need including those escalated by EMAS or a member of the Neighbourhood Team, undertake a personalised comprehensive assessment, in order to diagnose, treat and prescribe within the limitations of your registration and competence

Visit people at home following an unplanned hospital admission and those with a history of repeat admissions, within 2 weeks.

Contact those that have suffered a bereavement.

Arrange dedicated appointments in practice, for those who wish to visit, with flexibility to expand up to 30 minutes, or as needed.

. Key Responsibilities

Act as a point of contact between GP, Neighbourhood Team, people and their carers.

Develop and maintain a detailed knowledge of local services to enable supported signposting of people with identified need, sharing information with the Neighbourhood Team.

Liaise with GPs and practice teams to identify people who are elderly, frail or who have long term health needs and support.

Liaise with primary, secondary and specialist care services as required.

Work with the Neighbourhood Team to help identify people at risk of loss of independence or admission to hospital as a result of inadequate social support.

Provide these cohorts of people signposting to identified services in order to maintain their independence and improve their health and well-being.

Visit people in community, home or care home settings to assess and discuss their care needs involving carers as appropriate.

Implement personal care plans for individual people, ensuring preventative actions are detailed to support the appropriate use of services.

Communicate the care plan to the GP and any other members of the Neighbourhood Team involved in the persons care and upload to the relevant records.

Ensure that identified people receive the right level of help at the right time and help them to experience a joined-up service by liaising with relevant members of the Neighbourhood Team.

Work with patient, carers and the Neighbourhood Team to encourage the patient to adopt effective self-management and self-help seeking approaches to reduce unnecessary hospital admissions.

Liaise with other agencies to ensure timely and appropriate engagement as required.

Support people to access community care assessments as well as carers assessments.

Where a personal healthcare budget is allocated provide advice as required regarding the key choices the patient will need to make.

Identify unpaid carers and direct them to access services as appropriate to provide them with support.

Identify when urgent action or a step up in care is required and promptly alert the relevant member of the Neighbourhood Team, highlighting any safety concerns.

Follow up on communications from out of hospital and in-patient services regarding changes in condition of people to support the practice to respond proactively to potentially unmet needs.

Undertake visits or telephone contact to manage people on the SNNs case load following any unplanned hospital admissions where appropriate.

Participate in Practice multi-disciplinary meetings to discuss Practice people actively being managed by the Neighbourhood Team and any other people from the SNNs case load needing discussion.

To attend Neighbourhood Team MDT meetings at the Practice plus any other meetings where there is a need to discuss Practice patients.

Undertake visits or arrange appointments at the Practice for people on the SNNs case load or otherwise as directed by the Duty Doctor following identification of urgent and non-urgent clinical need to assess, diagnose, treat, prescribe and refer appropriately according to the patients health needs and acting within the SNNs clinical skill set.

Maintain accurate and up to date records of patient contacts using GP record systems and other IM&T systems relevant to the role i.e. entering notes onto Systmone / EMIS using agreed read codes and VMDT

To run regular patient searches using Systmone / EMIS in order to have an up-to-date record of progress of achievement of Key Performance Indicators.

Work with South Lincolnshire ICB, Neighbourhood Teams and other agencies to support and further develop this role.

Support the Practice Manager in providing KPI reports for submission as requested.

5. Key Working Relationships

Practice teams

Neighbourhood Team

Community health services

Specialist teams heart failure, diabetes etc.

Specialist nursing services e.g. St Barnabas

Hospital teams including ward, A&E, discharge and AIR teams

Social Prescribers

Health & Wellbeing Coaches

Safeguarding agencies

Pharmacists

South Lincolnshire ICB

Adult Social Care

Voluntary Services

Independent Care Homes

Local Authority teams

Independent living teams

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• The post holder will work in an environment where individual differences and the contributions of all staff are recognised and valued. All employees, people, carers and the public are entitled to be treated with dignity and respect and no form of discrimination, intimidation, bullying or harassment will be tolerated. We understand, encourage and celebrate diversity, making the NHS a place where we all feel we belong."

Desirable

• IT skills
• Knowledge of Personalisation, and personalised care, that gives people control over their health & care ,based on their needs and what's important to them.
• It's intended to improve health & wellbeing by helping people make decisions about their care, and by making the most of the skills and potential of people, families and communities.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with people with long term conditions
• Evidence of ability to work autonomously
• Evidence of working within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

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

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Level One
• Post graduate study in health-related studies relevant to long term conditions or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Post registration teaching qualification or willingness to undertake
• Post registration qualification in non-medical prescribing or willingness to undertake as needs of service 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

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

Allied Health South Lincolnshire Limited

Address

Sutton Medical Group

Long Sutton Medical Centre, Trafalgar Square

Long Sutton

SPALDING

Lincolnshire

PE12 9HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

Please be aware that, due to the anticipated high volume of applications, the vacancy will automatically close once 25 applications have been received.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Good standard of general education including English Language & Maths GCSE at level C or above, or equivalent
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• IT skills

Desirable

• Abillity to problem solve

Other

Essential

• Ability travel between care settings will be required

Experience and Knowledge Required

Essential

• Working in health and or social care environment
• Understanding of factors that influence health and wellbeing
• Understanding of the implications for, and responsibilities of the post for Risk Management and Safeguarding

Desirable

• Community experience
• MDT or integrated team working
• Palliative Care 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Avenue DN team

Whitecoates Lane

Chesterfield

S40 3HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

All aspects of Acute and Chronic Disease Care expected in a GP surgery. To undertake a share of on call work. To support GP Partners in all aspects of the Unified Assurance contract requirements, and assist in Audits including QIF indicators and Prescribing LES.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Either newly qualified or experienced

Desirable

• understanding of GP GMS services

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registration as GP

Desirable

• Interest in provision of aspects of Enhanced Service provision

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

GP Practice in Wales

Address

Canolfan Iechyd Amlwch

Parys Road

AMLWCH

Gwynedd

LL68 9AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Act as a key liaison between the admin team, NHS services, and patients to promote safe and efficient care.
• Arrange appointments, referrals, tests, and follow-up appointments.
• Complete simple clinical observations/investigations as directed locally, such as dipstick urine, blood pressure, ECG, phlebotomy, etc.
• Support the clinical team with immunisations and wound care.
• Prepare patients prior to seeing the GP through ensuring the patient has everything they need and is aware of the need to provide accurate and concise information to the GP.
• Take brief history and basic readings in readiness for the GP appointment.
• Complete basic factual (non-opinion) forms and core elements of some forms for the GP to approve and sign, such as insurance forms, mortgage forms, benefits agency forms, etc.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients.
• Help the GP liaise with outside agencies, e.g., calling on-call consultants for advice or to arrange admission while the GP continues their consultation.
• Sort all clinical post and prioritise for the GP and signpost to other members of staff when appropriate.
• Extract information from clinical letters that needs coding and adding to notes.
• Support with QOF reviews.
• Assist the management and uploading of information relating to safeguarding documentation and audit.
• Monitor emails relevant to the GP and patient care.
• Monitor and assisting the GPs in managing, prioritising, and actioning tasks.

Competency Reflection and Awareness

• Track and record evidence of experience against the national competency framework.
• Inform the Admin Lead and/or Senior Partner of any concerns regarding the role and request professional development as needed.
• Be aware of own professional boundaries and what to do when they are reached.

The above list of responsibilities is not exhaustive, and the post-holder may be asked to perform other duties. These may vary from time to time but will not change the general character of the post or the level of responsibility.

General Responsibilities

Confidentiality

• Treat all information learned in the course of employment regarding patients, colleagues, and business information as strictly confidential.

Health and Safety

• Assist in promoting and maintaining the health and safety of themselves and others.
• Follow infection control procedures and maintain clean and tidy work areas.
• Report potential hazards and risks immediately when identified.
• Undertake annual infection control training.

Organisational Protocols

• Adhere to all organisational protocols.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Support the equality, diversity, and inclusion of all patients, carers, and colleagues.
• Treat all patients, carers, and colleagues with dignity and respect.

Personal and Professional Development

• Participate in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.
• Complete all mandatory training.

Quality

• Maintain quality within the practice.
• Alert team members to issues of quality.
• 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 others to meet patients needs.
• Effectively manage own time, workload, and resources.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues.
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Data Protection and Security

• Adhere to data protection policies.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Polite, confident, and trustworthy
• Flexible and approachable
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Motivated and proactive
• Ability to use initiative and judgement
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Ability to work under pressure
• Confident, assertive, and resilient

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with the general public
• Experience working in a health care setting

Desirable

• Experience working in general practice, primary care, and/or NHS

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills (written, oral, and presenting)
• Strong IT skills Microsoft Excel/Word/Outlook
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to prioritise, delegate, and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective time management
• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to develop, implement, and embed policy and procedure

Desirable

• Familiarity with practice-based systems (e.g., SystmOne, Accurx, TeamNet)

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths

Desirable

• Educated to A level standard
• GP Assistant certificate

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Upwell Health Centre

Address

Townley Close

Upwell

Wisbech

Cambridgeshire

PE14 9BT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Hexham

NE46 4JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role is fundamental to the delivery of high-quality diagnostic imaging services across TIC Health. The post holder will provide safe, effective, and patient-centred imaging by performing both MRI and CT examinations in accordance with national standards, departmental protocols, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Perform a wide range of MRI and CT examinations in accordance with departmental protocols and best practice guidelines.

Work flexibly across TIC Health imaging sites, based at Reading travelling between locations to support operational needs and ensure service continuity.

Ensure all imaging examinations are conducted safely and in compliance with IR(ME)R regulations and radiation safety standards.

Prepare and position patients appropriately for MRI and CT procedures while ensuring patient comfort, dignity, and safety.

Screen patients for MRI safety and contraindications, ensuring appropriate safety procedures are followed at all times.

Assess imaging referrals to ensure examinations are appropriate and justified prior to scanning.

Produce high-quality diagnostic images suitable for clinical reporting.

Recognise and escalate urgent or unexpected findings in line with departmental escalation procedures.

Communicate clearly with patients, explaining procedures and providing reassurance where necessary.

Maintain accurate patient records and imaging documentation using RIS/PACS systems.

Ensure imaging equipment is operated safely and maintained in accordance with manufacturer guidance and quality assurance standards.

Participate in quality assurance, audits, and service improvement initiatives.

Support colleagues and contribute to a collaborative team environment across all sites.

Ensure adherence to infection prevention and control policies and maintain a safe clinical environment.

Professional Responsibilities

Maintain registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Adhere to the HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics.

Ensure compliance with IR(ME)R regulations, radiation protection guidelines, and MRI safety standards.

Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) to maintain and enhance cross-sectional imaging competencies.

Report clinical or non-clinical incidents through the appropriate reporting systems.

Ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors across all TIC Health imaging locations.

Work collaboratively with radiologists, clinicians, and healthcare professionals to support efficient patient pathways.

Promote high standards of professional practice and patient care.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience performing CT and/or MRI examinations in a clinical imaging environment.
• Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner while contributing to a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong clinical judgement and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• Experience using Radiology Information Systems (RIS), SEMBLE, CIMAR and PACS.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and work flexibly across multiple sites.

Desirable

• Experience working across multiple imaging sites or mobile imaging services.
• Experience in advanced CT or MRI protocols.
• Understanding of service audits, governance, and quality assurance processes.

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent.
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in MRI or CT.
• IR(ME)R practitioner or operator entitlement.
• MRI safety training.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

TIC Health

Address

TIC Health

The Atrium Health Club

Scours Ln

Reading

RG30 6AY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main purpose of the role: to manage a busy and interesting clinical caseload. The appointee will also have the opportunity to take part in leading on key disease areas (monitoring trends in the Quality and Outcomes Framework, treatment, staff training and prescribing) and assist in developing appropriate healthcare services for a diverse, patient list.

Closely supported by the Weaver Vale Practice clinical and management teams the post holder will act as one of the main GPs within the practice working alongside the practice team but will also be part of a larger clinical team across an Weaver Vale Practice network of practices. The role will be at the forefront of delivering an innovative model of primary care service provision operating in partnership with other local Weaver Vale Practice practices offering integrated primary care services.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience of working in general practice in the UK
• Commitment to and experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary and skill mixed team environment
• Experience of working to achieve standards within the Quality and Outcome Framework (QOF)
• Knowledge of NHS
• Have an understanding of the needs of the vulnerable groups of patients that are registered

Qualifications

Essential

• A medical practitioner whose name is included in the General Practitioner Register under article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003
• Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983
• Qualified General Practitioner (completed certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Currently on the national performers list and not suspended from that list or from the medical register
• CRB clearance
• Have had an annual NHS appraisal

Desirable

• Evidence of further postgraduate educational activities in relevant fields
• MRCGP
• DCH
• DRCOG
• RCGP Substance Misuse Certificate Level 1 or 2
• F2 supervisor training/teaching diploma (this is essential for HDS)
• DFSRFH & Competence in Coil insertion
• Evidence of CPD activities
• Minor surgery skills
• Evidence of independent working in General Practice
• Experience of supporting service change
• Teaching of GP Reg/F2/Medical students/Nursing students
• Accredited GP Registrar trainer or F2 Supervisor
• Evidence of participation in QOF
• Evidence of participation in Audit

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Weaver Vale Practice

Address

Hospital Way

Runcorn

Cheshire

WA7 2UT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.weavervalepractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)