Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful applicant will support the Primary Care Network in the smooth running of clinics by performing the more routine tasks on behalf of the GP surgeries thereby freeing up their time to focus on other areas of patient care.

The main responsibilities of the GPA role will include:

Arranging appointments, referrals, tests and follow up appointments of patients.

Completing simple clinical observations /investigations as directed locally, such as dipstick urine, taking blood pressure, ECG, phlebotomy.

Supporting the GP with immunisations / wound care.

Preparing patients prior to going in to see the GP, taking a brief history and basic readings in readiness for the GP appointment.

Completing basic (non-opinion) forms and core elements of some forms for the GP to approve and sign such as insurance forms, mortgage, benefits agency forms etc.

Explaining treatment procedures to patients.

Helping the GP liaise with outside agencies e.g. getting an on call doctor on the phone to ask advice or arrange admission while the GP can continue with their consultation(s).

Sorting clinical post and prioritising for the GP. Signposting some post to other members of staff.

Extracting information from clinical letters that needs coding; adding this to patient notes. Supporting with QOF reviews.

Completing requests for safeguarding information to other agencies

Signposting eConsult / online patients requests to the most appropriate person

Filing blood results as per GP Practice protocol

Completing audits as and when required by the surgery

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Grade A-C in GCSE Maths & English, or equivalent
• Experience of working in general practice / primary care
• Administrative experience and good organisational skills
• Ability to understand the need to always maintain confidentiality
• and data security
• Ability to multi-task and to work under pressure
• Ability to work in a team as well as being comfortable working
• independently
• Excellent communication skills and empathy with patients
• Demonstrates values and behaviours that promote collaborative
• working
• Able to apply confidentiality, tact and diplomacy in conducting the
• duties required of this role

Desirable

• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
• Care Certificate
• Competence in full Health Care Assistant duties
• Experience in using EMIS
• An ability to think on your feet
• Knowledge of referral processes within primary care
• Knowledge of clinical coding

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

Wigan Borough Federated Healthcare

Address

Robin Park 1st Floor Offices

Robin Park Leisure Centre

Wigan

WN5 0UL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title Salaried General Practitioner

Job Purpose

To provide high quality patient centred primary medical services to the registered population of Lakeside Medical Practice and work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering safe effective and evidence based care

Main Duties

Undertake face to face telephone and online consultations

Participate in the total triage system and review patient requests

Assess diagnose and manage acute and long term medical conditions

Prescribe medications safely and appropriately

Develop and manage treatment plans

Refer patients to secondary care and community services when required

Undertake home visits when clinically appropriate

Provide health promotion and preventative healthcare advice

Maintain accurate clinical records using EMIS Web

Work collaboratively with doctors nurses pharmacists paramedics healthcare assistants and administrative teams

Participate in clinical governance quality improvement and audit activities

Attend practice meetings training sessions appraisal and revalidation activities

Support safeguarding responsibilities relating to children and vulnerable adults

Comply with information governance confidentiality equality diversity and health and safety requirements

General

The post holder may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the role as reasonably requested by the Partners or Practice Management Team

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• QUALIFICATIONS
• Essential
• Full GMC registration with licence to practise
• Inclusion on the NHS England Performers List
• MRCGP or equivalent qualification
• Eligible to work in the United Kingdom

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within UK General Practice
• Experience managing acute and chronic medical conditions
• Experience undertaking face to face telephone and online consultations
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• ADDITIONAL CRITERIA

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong clinical decision making skills
• Ability to work effectively within a busy primary care environment
• Commitment to high quality patient centred care
• Ability to participate in a total triage model
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Ability to maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities for children and vulnerable adults

Desirable

• Experience using EMIS Web
• Experience of digital triage systems
• Interest in teaching training or quality improvement
• Special clinical interests relevant to primary care
• Experience working within a Primary Care Network

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

Lakeside Medical Practice

Address

Lakeside Health Centre

Yarnton Way

London

SE2 9LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see full JD attached.

Programmed activities (PAs)

For a whole-time contract: A total of 10 PAs

Clinical Activities: 8 PAs per week (including clinical activity, clinically related activity, predictable and unpredictable emergency work)

Supporting Professional Activities: 2 PAs per week (including audit, clinical governance, CPD, teaching, research, educational supervision of junior staff and CPD)

Monday: Reporting (am) Neonatal MDT and Paediatric Ultrasound (pm)

Tuesday: Paediatric MDT/ fluoroscopy (am) and SPA (pm)

Wednesday: Reporting (am) and Paediatric Ultrasound (pm)

Thursday: SPA (am) and Paediatric ultrasound (pm)

Friday: General/CT reporting and Hot reporting 1-3/ Reporting (pm)

Regular meetings: There are various MDT and departmental/ divisional meetings which the post-holder will attend as required.

Key areas of responsibilities

Provide high quality care to patients in Imaging

Research, teaching and training

Leadership and team working

The applicants must hold their CCT in Radiology or be on the GMC Speciality Register, or be within 6 months of being granted a CCT. Candidates who wish to work only part-time are encouraged to apply, as are applicants interested in job-sharing.

Interview date: Thursday am, 29th October 2026.

For informal discussions or visits, please contact:

Dr May-ai Seah, Head of Specialty, General/Paediatric Imaging ([email protected])

Person Specification

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• On GMC's register with a Licence to Practice or eligible to apply for GMC registration and a Licence to Practice
• On GMC's Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted to the register by the date of the interviews or eligible for specialist registration
• Appropriate Royal College Membership

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Essential

• Formal subspecialty training in paediatric imaging including fluoroscopy, CT and MRI.
• General radiology skills in plain radiography, ultrasound, CT and MRI.
• IT Skills and computer literacy

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT ROLES

Essential

• Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority
• Knowledge of finance/budgets
• Management of staff
• Have proven skills in leading, motivating, developing and managing the performance of colleagues

TEACHING & TRAINING

Essential

• Experience of teaching and training undergraduates/postgraduates and junior medical staff

AUDIT

Essential

• Understanding of principles of clinical audit

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS

Essential

• Evidence of achievement appropriate to appointment at consultant level at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

LANGUAGE

Essential

• Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Trust Wide

London

W2 1NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Supporting our community through comprehensive primary care delivery across multiple channels:

• Diverse Consultation Formats:Face-to-face surgeries, e-consultations, triage, telephone consultations, and home visits.
• Autonomous Decision-Making:Lead clinical assessments for undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions.
• Preventive Care Leadership:Conduct disease risk screening and early intervention.
• Care Coordination:Develop personalised treatment plans and manage referrals.
• Patient Education:Provide counselling and health education that empowers patients.

Drive practice excellence through:

• Quality Assurance:Maintain meticulous clinical records and participate in audit processes.
• Digital Integration:Utilize Systm1 for enhanced patient care and data management.
• Prescribing Excellence:Follow evidence-based formularies while ensuring patient safety.
• QoF & LCS Compliance:Contribute to Quality and Outcomes Framework and Locally Commissioned Services achievements.

Influence the future of healthcare delivery:

• Multidisciplinary Teamwork:Collaborate with PCN, system colleagues and healthcare professionals.
• Clinical Supervision:Mentor junior doctors, F1/F2/ST trainees, and student placements.
• Practice Development:Contribute to policy development and clinical standard setting.
• Knowledge Sharing:Participate in practice meetings and educational initiatives.

Development Opportunities:

• Portfolio Career Support:Encouragement to pursue diverse professional interests.
• Continuous Learning:Supported CPD with dedicated study leave allowance.
• Teaching Practice Benefits:Engage with medical education and training.
• Audit Leadership:Initiate and lead clinical improvement projects.
• Potential partnership opportunities:Possibility for progression to partnership level.

What Somer Valley Medical Group will offer the right candidate:

Professional Development:

• Comprehensive CPD support and funding.
• Annual performance reviews with personalized development plans.
• Teaching practice opportunities.

Supportive Environment:

• Collaborative team culture.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Comprehensive induction.
• Regular supervision and peer support.

Having a Life:

• Flexible session arrangements.
• Mutual understanding for personal commitments.
• Competitive remuneration package.

Clinical Excellence:

• Evidence-based practice protocols.
• Quality improvement culture.
• Patient-centered care philosophy.

Our Commitment to You:

We believe in nurturing talent and providing an environment where healthcare professionals can thrive. Our practice champions diversity, equality, and inclusion while maintaining the highest standards of patient care. You'll join a team that values innovation, continuous learning, and collaborative decision-making.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential Qualifications & Experience: - Fully qualified and registered General Practitioner. - Proven experience in general practice settings. - Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. - Commitment to high-quality patient care. - Strong team collaboration abilities.

Desirable

• Desirable Advantages: - Previous Systm1 experience. - BANES area familiarity. - Special clinical interests. - Training and mentoring experience.

Experience

Essential

• MRCGP

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

Somer Valley Medical Group

Address

Gullock Tyning

Midsomer Norton

Radstock

BA3 2UH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

KAMP is a large practice which offers a wide range of opportunities for professional development, from paediatrics to care of the elderly, eating disorders and minor operations.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current GMC registration and on the GP register.
• Care and empathy with a passion for delivering a patient-centred service.
• KAMP would welcome GPs at any stage of their career.

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

Kennet and Avon Medical Partnership

Address

George Lane

Marlborough

Wiltshire

SN8 4BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role is to recruit a medical receptionist. The successful candidate needs to be flexible within the role and have the ability to adapt to the daily needs of the practice and cover annual leave and absences when required. Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way.

Provide general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone.

To work closely with the other reception staff to ensure the smooth running of reception and efficient delivery of services to the patients.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a GP practice
• Experience of using SystmOne
• Experience of Accurx

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C (9-4) in English and Maths

Employer details

Employer name

The Good Practice

Address

409 Kings Road

London

SW10 0LR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thegoodpractice.london/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the practice, supporting the Business Manager and ensuring staff meet their responsibilities. Provide leadership, line management, appraisals, recruitment, induction, training, and absence management for reception and administrative staff.
• Act as HR lead, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, maintaining training and appraisal records, managing DBS checks, annual leave via TeamNet, and supporting staff development.
• Manage the clinical system and IT processes, including user access and security for EMIS Web. Support staff with searches, audits, templates, rotas, and resolve local IT issues.
• Lead governance and operational compliance, including significant events, audits, complaints management, risk management, health and safety, fire safety, COSHH, PAT testing, legionella, and waste management.
• Oversee premises, assets, insurance reports, smart card sponsorship, PPG meetings, and liaise with external stakeholders, deputising for the Business Manager when required.

No canvassing or recruitment agencies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills;
• Leadership and / or Management Qualification;

Desirable

• AMSPAR Qualification;

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with the general public;
• Experience working in a healthcare setting;
• Relevant health and safety experience;
• Experience in performance management, including appraisal writing, staff development, and disciplinary procedures;
• Experience in workforce planning.

Desirable

• Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams;
• NHS / Primary Care General Practice experience;
• Experience in producing agendas and minutes for meetings;

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

Primary Care Management Solutions Ltd

Address

Chiltern House Medical Centre

45-47 Temple End

HIGH WYCOMBE

HP13 5DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a hybrid role which requires travel and presence at different sites across HUC network.

You must have full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer VISA sponsorship. Full UK driving licence is required.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• Be a practising GP
• Demonstrate a track record of clinical leadership
• Experience of managing team of clinicians
• Experience of leading outside their own specialty/department
• Experience in delivering 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.

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

HUC

Address

Primarily on-site across the broader HUC estate

HUC Wide

AL7 4HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE

Providing a site assistant, courier service and cleaning service for Mount Gould Hospital, Cumberland Centre, Glenbourne Unit & other LSW premises. Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, tidiness and general appearance within all LSW premises. Carry out all cleaning duties as directed by Facilities Services Management Team within all LSW premises.

SCOPE AND RANGE

Facilities Services Management Team

Ward & Unit Managers

Estates Department

Catering Department

Domestic Services

Site Assistants are responsible for providing porter services to facilitate the movement of patients and goods around the organisation that enable all clinical and non-clinical staff to fulfil their function in a safe and effective way so far is reasonably practical.

There may be an occasional requirement for the facilitation of patient movement, via beds, trolleys and wheelchairs to x-ray and other wards.

The removal of all waste materials from Livewell wards, units & sites.

The movement of sundry items that include but not limited to medical gas, patient notes, beds, hospital equipment and office equipment which is required to be secure in order for safe transportation to minimise risk.

To receive delivery of medical gas cylinders and store securely in accordance with HTM O2-O1. Handled with care by those who have received appropriate training and understand the hazards involved.

Staff will be trained in the potential hazards and dangers of medical gas cylinders, safe handling of gas cylinders, emergency procedures and the use of fire fighting appliances.

Collect soiled linen to collection point.

Clean linen to store cupboards.

Internal postal delivery and collection services, including sending external post via Royal Mail, delivery of parcels etc.

External courier service delivering and collecting mail from all Livewell sites.

Delivery of catering from Mount Gould Hospital CPU to wards, external sites (i.e. buffets).

Support the induction of new starters.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Mount Gould, Cumberland & Glenbourne Site Assistant Duties

To deliver catering supplies to all departments.

Remove all waste and safely dispose in allocated bin areas ensuring bin area is clean and tidy. Bins must be locked at all time. To safely move full bins to storage area when required and replace with empty bins. To empty and dispose of contents of external bin receptacles and replace with new bin bag daily.

To collect and deliver clean and soiled laundry bags and linen and store in correct facilities.

To store C.S.S.D. bags and laboratory specimens in appropriate area to await collection.

Report faults in equipment and the fabric of the building, record and log fault and monitor to ensure work is completed.

Assist in the moving of equipment.

Assist with moving patients to X-ray, Minor Injuries Unit, Physio Department and other services as and when required.

Deliver and connect medical gases to departments when required (as per policy).

Deliver, collect and sort all mail & parcels from departments & units and frank external post.

Collect and deliver patient medical notes directly to individual departments.

Responsible for receiving all stores & goods including stationery and distributing to all departments & units on a weekly basis or as and when delivered.

Ensure the safe delivery from Pharmacy of all medication to a person in charge in the correct department or unit.

Ensure the safe collection of all specimens by Pharmacy.

To maintain cleanliness and carry out routine checks on site assistant vehicles as per instructions from Transport Department.

Replenish all domestic store cupboards with stock for cleaning. Replenish all dispensers with paper products, soap and cleaning solutions.

To work flexibly to meet service needs.

To provide annual leave & sickness absence cover to the Site Assistant - Courier Driver at Cumberland Centre, Glenbourne, Mount Gould Hospital and Postal Worker at Mount Gould Hospital

All Site Assistant Duties:

The cleaning of:-

Corridors, stairs, floors and lift

Clinical areas

X-Ray Department

Minor Injuries Unit

Minor Operations Theatre

Toilets

Waiting Rooms

Reception Areas

Empty and clean refuse bins and cigarette stub holders

Clean spillages etc. following Infection Control guidelines

Changing curtains as and when requested

Deep cleaning of floors using floor cleaning equipment as requested, i.e. buffing machine

Deep cleaning of ceilings, light diffusers, extractor fans, ventilation grills, cooker hoods and walls

Removal of radiator covers, cleaning of radiators and refitting radiator covers

Grounds and Gardens:

Responsible for the maintenance of the grounds to include:-

Ensure all entrances are clear of leaves and litter at all times.

Grit & salt paths and steps during cold weather.

Empty outside waste receptacles.

Cleaning of all signs internal and external.

Cleaning of porches and canopies. Cleaning of PVC window frames, external window sills, main entrances and external covered ways.

Health & Safety

Responsible for locking and alarming buildings, ensuring all units are properly secured at nights and weekends. Responsible for unlocking and deactivating alarms in buildings.

Respond to emergency alarms including fire & ambulance.

To escort Funeral Directors to ward areas.

Reporting of untoward incidents.

Testing fire alarms on weekly basis at Cumberland Centre or as directed by Facilities Services Management Team.

Testing panic alarms on weekly basis.

Aid visitors to the site and adhere to Health & Safety.

Responsible for the safe keeping of all keys to units & departments. Out of hours to collect keys or codes from Mount Gould Switchboard Room.

To respond to all requests made by Night Co-ordinator on the Mount Gould site.

General

Assist any contractors who attend site.

Responsible for giving access to restricted areas or departments to all authorised personnel.

Any other duties requested by the Hotel Services Management Team.

Other Responsibilities

To attend all training sessions including mandatory training and role specific training as necessary in line with organisation policy.

Work strictly in accordance with the current Livewell Southwest policies and procedures and with due regard to the health safety and welfare of yourself and others that may be affected by your work/actions.

Ensure that tools and equipment used in the workplace are fit for purpose, used in the correct environment and well maintained.

Work will be allocated via an App and the post holder will be required to use this to book on and off work.

Post holder will be required to input into all existing administration systems and those introduced in the future.

COMMUNICATION & PATIENT INVOLVEMENT

To maintain effective communication with staff within the department and with other staff groups

To communicate with multidisciplinary staff including Matrons, Ward Managers in regards to porter tasks, medical gases, postal services, equipment & office moves.

Observe the dignity and privacy of patients and give consideration to their medical condition when planning and undertaking work.

Physical Skills

A good level of physical skill is required for the safe and effective use of hand tools, and maintenance equipment. The role requires coordination, manual dexterity and the ability to undertake a range of general maintenance tasks safely. The post holder must be able to work in confined or potentially hazardous environments and demonstrate competent driving skills when travelling between sites on a daily basis.

Take special precaution with tools and equipment in buildings designated for mental health to ensure that a patient cannot come into contact with anything that has the potential to cause harm.

Physical Effort

There is a frequent requirement to within the daily role to exert moderate physical effort when manual handling of loads including furniture, waste, medical gas cylinders.

Transporting patients across the site via wheelchair or bed where there is a requirement for to ensure there is safety for patients at all times.

Manoeuvre patient from transport, i.e. wheelchair or bed using slide sheets.

There may be an occasional exposure to emotional circumstances where there is a requirement to move patients and escort grieving relatives.

Mental Effort

Frequent concentration is required when undertaking a range of planned tasks, including basic fault identification.

Work is carried out within live healthcare environments, including clinical and mental health settings, requiring attention to safety, awareness of surroundings, and adherence to procedures.

Emotional Effort

Occasional exposure to challenging environments, including working within operational healthcare settings and mental health wards where activities may need to be adjusted or paused depending on clinical situations and patient needs.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions, including soiled laundry and varying indoor and outdoor temperatures. Work may involve exposure to waste materials

Occasional exposure to more unpleasant conditions work is undertaken in a range of environments including clinical areas, requiring adherence to health and safety procedures and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Full and valid driving licence. Reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act will be taken into account for the successful applicant.
• Able to communicate with staff, service users and visitors to LSW sites.
• Able to work alone without supervision.
• Able to use own initiative.
• Able to understand directives and follow work schedules

Desirable

• Manual handling experience.

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational qualification Level II or able to demonstrate the skills, knowledge and ability to work to this level.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the Highway Code and Road Traffic Law.
• Awareness of Health & Safety & COSHH Regulations.

Desirable

• Able to use floor cleaning equipment

Specific skills

Essential

• Able to work as part of a team, approachable calm personality.
• Able to respond to written and verbal communication.

Desirable

• Flexible to adapt to service needs.

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

Livewell South West

Mount Gould Road

Plymouth

PL4 7QD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Summary of the role:

• Working across both Inpatient Units, with a main base in Coventry, deploying at short notice to the Warwick inpatient unit, where staffing shortages and/or increase in patient acuity may arise. As an unassigned nurse (float), coordinate clinical activity across both inpatient units, providing expert support, advice and guidance to staff, and attending either unit as required to ensure safe, effective and responsive care delivery at night.
• To coordinate the assessment, planning and evaluation of individualised patient centred care. Facilitating a holistic approach; that is sensitive and responsive to the ever-changing needs of both patients and their carer. Providing clinical leadership in the absence of the Inpatient Unit Manager/Deputy ensuring an evidence-based approach is promoted at all times within a multidisciplinary team framework.
• Practice an approach that facilitates and fosters learning for students, junior staff and those on placement to Myton. Sharing expertise appropriately and supporting each learner to achieve their learning needs.

Myton Core Values:

Our Core Values underpin everything we do and all employees are expected to comply with our Values and reflect these in their day-to-day work.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Leadership and Management:

• Be clinically based on the inpatient unit with the highest level of patient acuity, complexity, dependency needs, or staffing pressures, ensuring visible clinical leadership and hands on support where it is most needed.
• Provide leadership, advice, guidance and hands-on clinical support to nursing and care staff working across both inpatient units during night shifts.
• Act as the primary point of contact for night staff requiring clinical, professional or operational support, promoting effective decision-making and problem-solving.
• Support the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of complex patient care, providing expert guidance in challenging clinical situations as they arise.
• Coordinate and manage out-of-hours clinical and operational escalations, liaising appropriately with the Senior Nurse and Doctor On-Call to ensure timely and effective responses.
• Promote and uphold safe, effective, evidence-based and person-centred care throughout the night.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across both inpatient units, attending either unit as required to provide support, advice and clinical leadership.
• Support staff wellbeing, development and confidence by acting as a role model, mentor and resource for colleagues working overnight.
• Supporting patient flow, where appropriate, for example, emergency admissions/out of hours admission coordination, support teams to complete relevant discharge paperwork in order to support timely discharges.
• Monitoring and responding to deteriorating patients in line with their ceiling of care.
• Identifying and escalating risks relating to staffing, patient safety or service delivery.
• Supporting learning, development and reflective practice amongst night staff.
• Recognise patients, families and carers as partners in the care team. Promoting a person centred approach and working collaboratively with all members of the wider multi-disciplinary team.
• Promote a multi-disciplinary approach to care delivery which may include participating in MDT meetings, proactively preparing and presenting clinical information at handover, MDTs, case reviews etc.
• Participate in group reflective practice to support the professional and personal wellbeing and development of the team.
• Participate in the process of recruitment, induction and retention of staff and volunteers.
• Provide emotional / spiritual support to patients and families throughout the disease and dying trajectory, providing, and receiving highly complex, sensitive or contentious information.
• Take responsibility for the Ward on a shift basis including the supervision of junior staff and students.
• Support the Unit Manager and Deputy in supporting the volunteers on the Ward ensuring effective communication is established and maintained.
• Work collaboratively with nursing and care teams and have a proactive approach in facilitating discharge and ensure that standards of discharge are implemented and maintained in liaison with the discharge co-ordinator.

2. Quality, Safety and Governance:

• Uphold and ensure compliance with the organisation's policies and procedures; ensuring all volunteers are clear in relation to their roles and responsibilities for Health and Safety, Infection prevention and control, Safeguarding Adults & Children, Data protection and other relevant policies.
• Utilise a range of communication skills to instruct, inform and negotiate in order to achieve active patient participation in their treatment programme; respecting their dignity, wishes and beliefs throughout all interventions.
• Take an active role in risk assessment, supporting implementation of strategies to minimise risk. Ensuring incidents and clinical adverse events and near misses are reported and assist in the investigation at clinical level through promotion of a no blame culture.
• Provide out of hours telephone support and advice for patients, relatives and external healthcare professionals regarding symptom control and psychological care and advice when required within sphere of responsibility and contact on-call Medical Consultant as appropriate.
• Verify death of patients, perform last offices, provide bereavement support for families and transfer deceased patients to the mortuary whilst ensuring the philosophy of the hospice is respected and maintained.
• Participate in clinical audit as required by the organisational requirements and the Clinical Governance agenda.
• Work in partnership with colleagues internally and externally to ensure that all information pertaining to the patients condition and care needs are communicated effectively and efficiently.
• Ensure that documentation is completed accurately and legibly in accordance with the organisation's information governance guidance and confidentiality is maintained using Caldecott Guidelines.
• Support a culture where the reporting of concerns, incidents and complaints are encouraged and documented promptly.

3. Training and Education:

• Support and participate in informal and formal programmes of education as required.
• Be responsible for own continued professional development, maintaining up to date evidence-based knowledge including an awareness of the national and local influences affecting palliative and end of life care.
• Ensure own compliance with mandatory training and professional development requirements, maintaining records of training and development undertaken for self in preparation for NMC revalidation.

General Responsibilities & Obligations of all Employees:

• Policies and Procedures: The post holder is required to have a good understanding of, and to comply with, all relevant Myton policies, procedures and guidelines. Any contravention of Myton policies or procedures may result in disciplinary action.
• Volunteers: Myton recognises the valuable contribution that volunteers make and we expect all employees to be able to support and work effectively with our volunteers.
• Confidentiality and Data protection: It is a requirement of employment with Myton that all staff must comply with the obligation of confidentiality relating to personal information that could identify individuals. The Data Protection Act 1974/1998 safeguards the handling of information held in both electronic and manual filing systems and it is the duty of all staff employed by Myton to uphold the principles of the Act, adhere to Myton policies and to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Infection Control: All employees of Myton must be aware of infection prevention and control policies and are expected to follow them at all times. Any breach of infection control policies which places patients, visitors or colleagues at risk may result in disciplinary action.
• Equality & Diversity: The post-holder must at all times carry out his/her responsibilities in line with Mytons Equality & Diversity Policy.
• Health & Safety: Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, to ensure the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors & colleagues. The post holder is required to conform with Mytons policies on Health & Safety and Fire Prevention, & to attend related training as required.
• Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children: Its the duty of all staff working for Myton to safeguard children and vulnerable adults and undertake safeguarding training at an appropriate level.
• Code of Conduct: Employees are required to represent Myton in a positive light and embody the corporate identity in appearance, demeanour, values and ethics.
• Review of Job Description: This job description is an outline of the key duties and responsibilities of the role and is not intended as an exhaustive list. The job description may change over time to reflect the changing needs of the service. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties that could reasonably be considered commensurate with the post. This job description is subject to periodic review and may be changed/updated following consultation with the postholder(s).

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Flexible working hours
• Commitment to the Myton values
• Ability to work alone and as a member of a team
• Good IT skills
• Occupational Health Clearance
• Ability to travel between sites
• The right to work in the UK (we cannot provide sponsorship)

Accountability for Staff & Volunteers

Essential

• Experience of appraising and supporting junior staff members

Desirable

• Experience of working with volunteers

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to place patient and family at centre of care
• Excellent personal and communication skills
• Teaching and assessing skills
• Excellent organisational ability
• Motivated and enthusiastic
• Creative, resourceful and imaginative
• Excellent role model
• Familiarity of systems for quality, clinical governance and clinical audit

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) degree or diploma level
• Current NMC registration
• Evidence of continual professional development and education

Desirable

• Specialist Qualification in Palliative Care
• Relevant specialist course, e.g. Palliative care / advanced communications.

Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration experience
• Experience of needs assessment / care planning
• Experience of Multi-disciplinary Team working
• Caring for patients at the end of life
• Experience of caring for patients and families with life limiting / life
• threatening conditions
• Good knowledge of assessment and symptom management

Desirable

• Experience caring for patients with complex health needs
• Experience working in palliative care setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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 Myton Hospices

Address

Coventry Myton Hospice

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2HJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The post holder will be responsible to take part in reception screening for new prisoners on the day of first entry into prison. This will identify immediate health, risks, and safety needs.
• To be able to develop initial mental health crisis plans for patients who are presenting as particularly at risk of a mental health crisis.
• The post holder will be responsible for carrying out comprehensive health and social care assessment (secondary screening) within seven days for all prisoners who are willing to undertake this assessment.
• For people that decline this assessment the team will ensure a care plan is in place for any known risks and vulnerabilities and will proactively work with the person to undertake a secondary screen at a later stage.
• The post holder will lead on identifying patients whose needs, risks or circumstances have changed following a return from court or hospital outside of the reception process.
• The development of a care plan that is individualised, responding clearly to each identified health need with patient input and coproduction where feasible and that ensures the wellbeing and safety of that patient for their first 14 days in custody.
• The ability to collate healthcare information from families, community providers or prior establishments to improve continuity of care and safety, and limit reassessments.
• Ensure that all waiting time, assessment and interventions are delivered in a timely manner, and positively contribute to the achievement of the services performance targets.
• Ensure integrated and collaborative working with other specialist services, including continuity of care and through the gate arrangements and liaison.
• Short-term care coordination to ensure referrals are made, GP appointments are attended, assessments actioned, and issues identified at the reception screening or health assessment are addressed.
• To be able to provide brief interventions for substance misuse and mental wellbeing (i.e., sleep hygiene advice, breathing techniques for anxiety management etc.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ:

Sponsorship is not available for this post.

All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team.

You will need to provide:

Proof of right to work documentation

Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographic ID

Proof of address documentation

Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code.

Address History:

5 years address history will be needed.

Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously.

Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited.

In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse.
• Degree supplemented by diploma, specialist training.
• CPD portfolio containing evidence of active involvement in CPD activities.

Experience

Essential

• At least 2 years post qualification as RMN.
• Extensive clinical experience including individual and group work reflecting social inclusion.
• Supervisory experience of junior staff and students.
• Experience of working in a multi- disciplinary team.

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to establish rapport with difficult to engage service users.
• Ability to build effective working relationships.
• Effective written verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, set own priorities and manage time effectively.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Swaleside

Brabazon Road

Eastchurch, Isle of Sheppey

ME12 4AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB TITLEReceptionist

MAIN PURPOSE OF POST Toprovide a point of contact for patients and

Act as a focal point of communication between patients, doctors and other clinical staff

RESPONSIBLE TOReception Lead/Practice Manager

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST

Reception duties

Ensure efficiency of appointment system. Monitor flow of patients into consulting and treatment rooms.

Inform clinicians when booked patients arrive late. Patients may have to book another appointment.

Inform waiting patients if the clinician is running late.

Ensure that any patients without an appointment, are signposted effectively and safely when our capacity has been met.

Adivse/assist patients to use the online triage forms for those patients requesting medical advice or same day appointment.

Explain practice procedures and formal requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover, ensure all procedures are completed fully.

Advise patients of relevant charges for private services, accept payment and issue receipts, and add to patients journal that a fee has been paid and what for.

All receptionist must be able to access the admin email account, which needs to be monitored from when admin staff have left for the day.

Respond to all queries and requests for assistance from patients and other visitors.

All visitors to the practice must sign in and out. (not patients)

Any gifts must be reported to senior management with the patients name and item received, as these need to be logged. No money must be accepted under any circumstances. If the patient wishes to make a donation, please ask them to contact the practice manager.

Ambulance transportation is responsibility for patient to arrange. However, emergency ambulance transportation is arranged by reception, at GP request. Enter details on patient electronic record including reference number given. Print a medical summary of notes and hand to GP to give to ambulance service.

Ensure reception, clinical rooms and waiting areas are kept neat and tidy.

Ensure that there is no patient identifiable data left lying around in the reception area and in clinical rooms.

Management of appointment systems

• Ensure you are familiar with all appointment/clinical/IT systems.

• Book appointments and recalls ensuring sufficient information is recorded to retrieve medical record.

• Monitoring DNAs and sending DNA SMS Text message as per practice policy.

• Monitor effectiveness of the system and report any problems or variations required.

3. Preparation of consulting rooms

• Ensure all clinical rooms are unlocked at the start of each day and prescription paper placed back into the printer.

• Ensure that the consulting rooms are prepared in readiness for each consulting session, checking full range of forms/prescriptions/paper and are re-stocked as required.

• Ensure that the consulting rooms are checked at the end of each consulting session and left tidy and secure, Prescription paper must be removed, logged, placed into individual wallets with room number and locked away for the night.

Operation of telephone system

• Receive and make calls as required. Divert calls and take messages as appropriate.

• Ensure that system is operational at the beginning of each day and switched over to answer phone at the end of each day.

Start and end of day procedures

• Open up premises at the start of day, make all necessary preparation to receive patients.

• Secure premises at end of day, ensure the building is totally secured, internal lights off and alarm activated, if you are the last person to leave.

Any other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post

Confidentiality

• 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.

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 patient needs.
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication

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

Communicate effectively with other team members

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Contribution to the Implementation of Services

The post-holder will

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

Personal/Professional Development

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

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

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST

• Keyboard skills essential, computer literacy preferred.

• Proven accuracy in transcribing information from request to issue to prescription.

• Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities.

• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality.

• Excellent communication skills.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent GCSE Mathematics and English (C or above)

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting, preferably primary care Experience of using EMIS clinical system

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills, a clear polite telephone manner, Competent in the use of Office and Outlook Effective time management (planning and organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Problem solving and analytical skills Ability to follow policy and procedure Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated Forward thinker High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a team and working with the general public

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting, preferably primary care Experience of using EMIS clinical system, Anima traige and Iplato systems

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated Forward thinker High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure Commit to a Standard DBS Check

Employer details

Employer name

The Wellcome Practice

Address

Dartford West Health Centre

Tower Road

Dartford

DA1 2HA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a GP you will respond to medical problems presented by patients including diagnosis, investigation, treatment and referral as appropriate in line with guidelines and pathways. Including prescribing for patients, regularly review medications and monitor repeat prescriptions.

You will;

Provide medical leadership and expert advice, regarding medical and primary care issues to the wider healthcare team; engaging with the Practice Plus Group wellbeing approach

Deliver effective patient care developing high levels of communication with patients; identifying and utilising evidence based best practice through benchmarking and clinical guidelines. Undertaking appropriate clinical audit to improve clinical outcomes

Inspire and develop positive collaborative working relationships across the multidisciplinary team; working with the wider team to ensure effective clinical governance is incorporated into day to day practice

Promote multidisciplinary discussions around complex case management, ensuring systems and processes in place for managing results, letters, and tasks. Undertake clinical risk assessments and implement management strategies for risks

Share and disseminate acquired knowledge with all team members through development sessions and clinical governance meetings or clinical case reviews

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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 - 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

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Work independently and under indirect supervision, reporting to the Head of Nursing and Board of Directors.
• Take accountability for professional actions and work within the limits of competence, in accordance with NMC guidelines and professional standards.
• Provide patient assessment, treatment, screening, health education and clinical advice.
• Maintain NMC registration, revalidation and compliance with relevant legal and statutory requirements.
• Deliver nursing care in accordance with Practice protocols, procedures and agreed clinical guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with Practice Nurses, GPs and the wider Primary Health Care Team.
• Work within Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and Patient Specific Directions (PSDs), where applicable and within competence.
• Recognise when referral or escalation to senior members of the clinical team is required.
• Support colleagues and contribute to the effective coordination and development of Practice services.
• Maintain and develop clinical competencies through ongoing training, appraisal and continuing professional development.
• Promote effective communication and positive working relationships across the multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to improving standards of care and identifying the health needs of the Practice population.
• Support the mentoring and development of Student Nurses and Health Care Assistants.
• Participate in clinical and Practice meetings.
• Contribute to service improvement, audit, research and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support patients who may be vulnerable and recognise and appropriately escalate safeguarding concerns.
• Manage own time, workload and resources effectively.
• Demonstrate an understanding of consent and relevant legislation, including the Mental Capacity Act.

• Undertake clinical procedures as agreed with the Head of Nursing and within individual competence.
• Provide urgent venepuncture, ECGs and nebulisers for clinicians when required.
• Follow infection prevention and control policies and all relevant clinical procedures to maintain patient safety.

• Provide leadership and clinical support for specific long-term conditions, including diabetes, COPD, asthma, hypertension and epilepsy, where appropriately trained and competent.
• Undertake routine and annual patient reviews and contribute to the maintenance of disease registers.
• Identify abnormalities or concerns during patient reviews and appropriately refer or seek advice from senior clinicians.
• Develop individual management plans in partnership with patients, carers and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide lifestyle advice, health education and support to help patients make positive changes to their health.
• Undertake opportunistic screening and health promotion where clinically appropriate.
• Support the Practice and Primary Care Network in achieving relevant quality and outcome targets.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and competence in chronic disease management.
• Participate in audit, research, service improvement and partnership initiatives relating to chronic disease.

• Assess, treat and monitor routine wounds, including traumatic wounds.
• Provide urgent wound care for acute trauma where required.
• Manage a range of wounds, including burns, surgical wounds, pressure sores and leg ulcers, within training and competence.
• Recognise signs of deterioration and infection and take appropriate action.
• Support the management of complex wounds and provide advice to patients and carers regarding wound care and healing.
• Undertake Doppler assessments where appropriately trained and competent.
• Follow infection prevention procedures and the local wound care formulary.

• Support the delivery of appropriate health screening across the Practice population.
• Recognise health concerns and gather relevant information for onward referral where required.
• Undertake routine monitoring and screening procedures where appropriately trained and competent.
• Promote participation in national screening programmes and provide appropriate health advice.
• Provide information and advice regarding breast awareness and signs and symptoms requiring further assessment.

• Provide contraception reviews and routine checks in accordance with relevant guidance and within competence.
• Support patients with menopause-related care, including discussion of HRT, benefits, risks and contraindications.
• Undertake regular reviews and refer to GP colleagues or other appropriate services where concerns are identified.
• Incorporate health promotion into routine consultations, including weight management, sexual health and breast awareness.
• Administer injectable contraception where appropriately trained and competent and in accordance with FSRH guidance.

• Undertake immunisation within appropriate training, competency and professional guidance.
• Maintain current knowledge of vaccination schedules, contraindications, clinical risk groups and booster requirements.
• Administer vaccines under appropriate PGDs or PSDs where trained and competent.
• Maintain accurate vaccination records and contribute to relevant Practice vaccination targets and audits.
• Provide patients, families and carers with clear information about the benefits and risks of vaccination.
• Ensure the safe storage, handling, rotation and disposal of vaccines and medicines, including maintenance of the cold chain.
• Maintain competence in relevant vaccination routes, including oral, intranasal, intramuscular and subcutaneous administration.
• Maintain up-to-date anaphylaxis and CPR training.
• Complete required immunisation training and ongoing professional development.

• Provide travel health advice and vaccination services where appropriately trained and competent.
• Assess travel-related health risks using current evidence-based guidance.
• Administer travel vaccinations under appropriate PGDs or PSDs where trained and competent.
• Maintain accurate records of vaccinations, required schedules, boosters and follow-up.
• Provide advice regarding travel-related illnesses, including malaria and dengue fever.
• Use appropriate evidence-based resources, including NaTHNaC, WHO and relevant UK travel health guidance.
• Provide specialist advice and support to colleagues where required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration on Part 1, 2, or 12 NMC Register Degree/Diploma in relevant discipline
• GCSE/A Level equivalent

Desirable

• Foundations in Practice Nurse Qualification Level 6 or 7

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience of working within a Primary Care setting
• Ability to work with stakeholders to demonstrate collaborative working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Shore Medical PCN

Address

Poole Road Medical Centre

7 Poole Road

Bournemouth

BH2 5QR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Education

Essential

• MPharm
• GPhC registered
• PGDip
• CPD
• IP

Desirable

• MSc
• extensive PG NHS clinical experience

Knowledge

Essential

• broad clinical knowledge in medicine
• Clinical governance
• MDT
• IT
• finances, budgets, CIPs

Desirable

• Interface, E&T, leadershiip, teamwork and appraisals

Experience

Essential

• 8a experience, hospital pharmacy
• managing, supervising, training individuals/teams
• audit and quality improvement
• formulating guidelines, policies, procedures
• clinics/ward rounds
• reporting and analysing drug expenditure

Desirable

• EPMA
• implement local/national policy
• complex decision making
• research/publication

Skills

Essential

• communication, presentation, interpersonal, MDT relationship, prioritisation, time management, delegation

Desirable

• influencing, negotiating, manage change, motivating, conflict resolution

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

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Croydon University Hospital

530 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description