Job description

Job responsibilities

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OF POST:

• Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and to be able to work under pressure without direct supervision.

• To accurately prepare, label and dispense medication according to GP Prescriptions. Must have high attention to detail.

• To have excellent communication skills and patience, to present a calm & friendly image to patients.

• To be a key link between clinicians and patients, handling patient queries confidently and effectively.

• To be reliable and flexible.

• To observe strict confidentiality on all matters relating to the Practice and its patients.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To ensure that all medicines dispensed are checked against the prescription, and whenever there is any doubt, to check with authorising Doctor.
• To collect all due prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is filled in and signed by the patient.
• To promptly forward all invoices and dispensary related correspondence to the Prescribing & Finance Manager.
• Ordering appropriate quantities of goods via the wholesalers computer link.
• Checking goods as and when they are delivered and recording generic details. Returning incorrect goods to the wholesalers.
• Stocking shelves, refrigerators and other storage areas using rotation method.
• Removing out of date stock from the shelves, refrigerators and other storage areas.
• To ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations, maintain a clean dispensary, and follow cold chain protocols for refrigerated items.
• To maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions appropriately on the patients records.
• Action repeat prescription requests and ensure that the appropriate medicine is available. If not action ordering of drug. Ensure prescription is available for collection within 48 hours.
• Collaborate with GPs, nurses, dispensary manager and Practice Manager, attending relevant training.
• To complete all paperwork as required to be compliant with the Dispensing of Controlled Drugs and help line manager with weekly reconciliation of controlled drugs.

• Undertake any additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Partners or the Practice Manager.
• Help out with reception duties as reasonably required by the Practice Manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Preferably to have worked in a General Practice dispensing environment before, but not essential

Employer details

Employer name

Old School Surgery

Address

Bolts Hill

Chartham

Canterbury

Kent

CT4 7JX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Make a specialist assessment of a patients health status and occupational health needs (by history, physical examination, clinical procedures and relevant tests).
• Obtain or arrange for additional medical or paramedical information from specialists or relevant therapists.
• Make a functional assessment of the patients physical and psychological capability for their job (or the job they might be asked to do) and make highly specialist clinical decisions following assessment of complex cases.
• Assess the impact of a patients work on their health.
• Assess the risk a patients health or fitness poses to the safety of themselves and others.
• Provide patients with information on their health, its occupational impact and the steps needed to control and reduce their personal risks.
• Communicate respectfully with patients and ensure they are fully informed.
• Provide advice on the relevant options for treatment, rehabilitation and redeployment to both clients and managers as appropriate.
• Advise on the short- and long-term modifications to a patients work dictated by their state of health
• Keep a clear, concise and contemporaneous patient record that details the clinical findings, the results of tests, reports given and received, decisions made, and advice given to patients and others, and relevant details of treatments and referrals.
• Involve other health and occupational health professionals where appropriate, including the patients general practitioner.
• To provide advice to other specialists/professionals and to non-specialists within the clinical field and to give advice to Occupational Health Advisers.
• Communicate with human resources and line managers about the patient in an ethical and meaningful way, while maintaining the important requirement of medical confidentiality.

Person Specification

Legal Requirments

Essential

• Inclusion on the Specialist Register or eligible for inclusion within 6 months of interview date
• Full registration with the GMC

Education and Qualification

Essential

• MB ChB or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent

Desirable

• Higher degree (MD/PhD)

Knowledge & Research

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate a wide breadth of clinical experience and competence in Occupational Medicine.
• Knowledge and understanding of quality assurance processes e.g. SEQOHS
• Knowledge and experience of Clinical Governance related activities
• Commitment to CPD and requirements of clinical governance and audit
• Experience of clinical research in one or more aspects of occupational health

Desirable

• A proven track record in self- directed research
• Publications in peer reviewed journals

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Excellent communication skills - both oral and written.
• Effective teaching skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and to delegate responsibility and supervise staff.
• Involvement and evidence of implementation of service development and managing change in a healthcare setting
• Leadership skills- ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions
• Experience of participation in regular clinical audit and contribution to maintaining high standards of clinical governance
• Familiar with current structure of health service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes in occupational health medicine
• Full driving licence
• Computer and IT skills

Desirable

• Experience in Occupational Medicine in the NHS
• HSE Appointed doctor (Ionising Radiations, Asbestos & Lead Regulations
• Awareness of the principles of core practices involved in service management, project management and effective meetings
• Educational qualification or working towards.

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

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blackpool Victoria Hospital

Whinney Heys Road

Blackpool

FY3 8NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you a Senior Nurse Leader looking for a new opportunity to work in an organisation that will help you to develop and achieve your goals to become the best you can be?

As a Lead Nurse you will provide senior visible clinical leadership to the hospital wide nursing team. You will promote and safeguard the well-being and interests of all service users, employees and visitors. You will ensure that standards of patient care are always maintained within the parameters of operational policies and governing legislation. You will be a line manager to some of the experienced ward managers within the hospital, supporting with the day-to-day management of the nursing department. You will play a fundamental part in maintaining high standards and developing the service to reach its full potential.

As a senior member of the nursing team, you will have experience within a similar setting from the NHS and/or Private Care. You will lead and guide a team of nurses to provide exceptional care. You will be supported by the Director of Nursing who will be your line manager in this role.

Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.

It’s a career that you can take pride in and enjoy.

Main duties of the job

As a Lead Nurse at Elysium Healthcare, you will be a senior member of the nursing team with responsibilities of providing visible clinical leadership across the hospital. Your role will include promoting and safeguarding the well-being of service users, employees, and visitors while ensuring patient care standards are maintained. This position requires extensive experience in similar settings within the NHS or Private Care and includes participation in senior on call arrangements. Part of your role will be formulating and presenting updates that will be required through the hospitals governance processes. You will be responsible to manage resources, supervise senior nurses and form and integral part of the clinical structure in maintaining and developing high standards of care.

About us

Elysium Healthcare is a distinguished provider with over 8,000 employees and more than 80 services across England and Wales. Specializing in Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and more, the organization forms part of Ramsay Health Care's global network, which operates in 10 countries and employs more than 86,000 people worldwide. Elysium Healthcare is committed to inclusive recruitment and is a Disability Confident employer. They focus on delivering exceptional care and creating an environment where their employees can grow and progress. The aim is to uphold high standards of patient care while providing ample support and career growth opportunities for the staff. The company values professional development and employee well-being, offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to aid personal and professional success.

Other responsibilities:

• To actively promote multidisciplinary working.
• Participate in the Senior Nurse on call arrangement
• Provide the Director of Nursing with relevant, accurate and timely information required for effective decision making
• Leadership of Nursing Services ensuring highest possible professional standards
• Management of resources within budget allocation
• Supervision of senior nurses
• Direct involvement in the preadmission assessment process
• Direct customer and contract liaison in conjunction with the unit manager
• To comply with individual responsibilities of relevant legislation

Things that you will have:

• Post Graduate qualification at degree level relevant to healthcare
• Management qualification (DMS or equivalent preferred)
• Registered Nurse with the NMC
• 7 years post qualification experience
• Budgetary and financial management
• Project management
• 2 years operational
• Management at senior level

Where you will be working

Location: Thornford Park, Crookham Hill, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8ET. You will be working at Thornford Park, a 141 bedded independent hospital which supports service users that require medium and low secure Forensic Mental Health Services. In addition to these services there is also a PICU Mental Health Service.

The service provides a seamless internal care pathway supporting and empowering people in their recovery and rehabilitation. Working alongside the multidisciplinary team, you will provide personalised assessment and treatment programmes for males with mental illness/complex care needs as well as those with personality disorder, and females and males in a PICU service.

What You’ll Get

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

• Annual base salary of £63,408
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free meals and onsite free parking

About your next employer:

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

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

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

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Post Graduate qualification at degree level relevant to healthcare, Management qualification (DMS or equivalent preferred), Registered Nurse with the NMC, 7 years post qualification experience, Budgetary and financial management, Project management, 2 years operational, Management at senior level

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Thatcham

RG19 8ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

As a Housekeeper you will be:

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

To be successful in this role, you will:

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

Where you will be working:

What You’ll Get

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

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

About your next employer:

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience in a similar cleaning environment. Must enjoy cleaning and have high standards. Good communication skills and ability to prioritize duties effectively are 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Essex

CO14 8JU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Do you have administration experience and are looking to step into a new role? Join Chadwick Lodge as a Medical Secretary and enjoy a career where you are valued and supported to be the best you can be.

Working 37.5 hours a week, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to medical team at Chadwick Lodge. From managing their diaries, planning meetings to updating records, you will be able to turn your hand to any admin related task.

As the Medical Secretary, you will work alongside the Registered Clinicians assisting with confidential paperwork, service users records and GP letters. You will liaise with external agencies to get up-to-date information on service users and GP letters.

You will liaise with external agencies to get up-to-date information on service users and will take to lead in recording their blood test results.

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

As a Medical Secretary you will be:

• Supporting the Registered Clinician with letters and general documentation
• Supporting all meetings as minute taker as requested chaired by the Medical Director, SMT or ad hoc.
• Receiving and record typing, checking, and amending for spelling and grammatical errors, completing within given deadlines.
• Participating in the administration, development and evaluation of regulatory matters.
• Co-ordinating the hospital diary and the whereabouts of the clinicians
• Booking in meetings
• Arranging Conference Calls

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• IT skills including Microsoft Office
• Experience of audio typing
• Communication and organisational skills
• A minimum of 4 GCSEs or equivalent
• Knowledge of mental health and medications

Where you will be working:

Location:Chadwick Drive (off Saxon Street), Eagle stone, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 5LS

You will be working at Chadwick Lodge and Eagle stone View, a medium and low secure services providing specialist treatment programmes for service users who have been detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) and have a history of offending behaviour.

The service offer a broad spectrum of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, involving service users at every stage. The hospital’s consultant-led multidisciplinary team has a wealth of clinical and research experience in forensic psychiatry. All programmes are designed to reduce the risk of re-offending and to maximise the potential and enhance the quality of life of each service users.

Chadwick Lodge secure services care for service users with complex and enduring mental illness who need to achieve stability in order to benefit from multidisciplinary interventions, helping them move on to community settings whenever possible

What You’ll Get

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

• Annual base salary of £27,320
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free meals and onsite free parking

About your next employer:

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• IT skills including Microsoft Office
• Experience of audio typing
• Communication and organisational skills
• A minimum of 4 GCSEs or equivalent
• Knowledge of mental health and medications

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• A range of face to face, telephone and triage sessions for patient contact, both same day and planned care where appropriate.
• Manage pathology results for tests generated through patient contacts.
• Use and adhere to practice systems for excellent communication and handover with lead GP and other relevant MDT colleagues, including any clinicians working off-site.
• Support the triage process for all patient-led demand.
• Contribute to clinical admin including evaluating, actioning and processing hospital correspondence and results. This includes ordering appropriate tests and ensuring safety netting and follow up. You will contact the patient to complete tasks where this is required.
• Supporting other members of the MDT including pharmacists, paramedics, nurses, physician associate, healthcare assistants and administrators with clinical and process questions as needed.
• Participating in and being visible as part of the practice team, including attendance at clinical team meetings and whole team meetings.
• QI and audit projects, depending on need.
• Pay attention to appropriate coding, note keeping and flagging of any system issues as they arise.
• Act on safeguarding concerns with named leads where appropriate.
• Demonstrate your commitment to high quality, safe care that supports clinical continuity for those patients and crucial clinical circumstances where this is crucial.
• Take part in learning events, audits, and discreet pieces of work where formally agreed.
• Respect ways of working that have been agreed among the clinical team.
• Commit to understanding your role in practice systems and to flagging where there are learning events so the system can improve.
• Commit to learning new IT systems and innovations in use of IT in service of patient care.
• Commit to supporting continuity where this is clearly best for the patient.
• By taking responsibility and ensuring you follow through and complete tasks where possible (therefore avoiding unnecessary follow up or work by others).
• Discuss cases with colleagues where appropriate with a commitment to learning from experience and sharing learning.
• Respect multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Work across organisational boundaries when this is in the interests of patient care.
• Keep up to date with new guidance.
• Your work will particularly support continuity of care, safety and quality for complex or urgent cases:
• You will take responsibility for managing complexity and facilitating continuity of care where appropriate.
• Informing other GPs about complex cases known to them.
• Display your clinical reasoning clearly in the records.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Registered.
• Qualified General Practitioner (MRCGP or equivalent).
• Currently on a performers list.

Desirable

• GP trainer.
• Desire to become a GP trainer.
• LARC insertion Trained.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in UK General Practice.
• Experience of working with diverse and vulnerable groups, including use of interpreters.
• Experience of being the named GP for a list of patients or of providing continuity of care.
• Experience of GP admin including eg PIP forms.
• Experience using EMIS Web, Docman, Accurx, MS Teams.
• Experience of clinical triage.

Desirable

• Clinical experience of 2+ years
• Experience of working with deprived populations.
• Delivery of clinical audit.
• QOF management.
• Experience of working in Islington/ NCL general practice.
• Experience of working in at-scale systems.
• Experience of safeguarding leadership/ desire to take this on.
• Supervision of other roles and staff members

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

Islington GP Federation

Address

Northern Medical Centre

11 Hornsey St, London

Holloway Road

London

N7 8GG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The QOF & Administrator will support the delivery of high-quality patient care by coordinating Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) activities, enhanced services, patient recall programmes, and data quality initiatives across the practice. The post holder will work closely with clinicians and administrative staff to ensure that contractual targets are met, patient records are accurately maintained, and performance is monitored effectively.

QOF and Performance Management

• Monitor and support the achievement of QOF targets and other contractual requirements.
• Run regular clinical searches and reports to identify patients requiring review, monitoring, or intervention.
• Maintain and manage patient recall systems for chronic disease management, screening programmes, immunisations, and health checks.
• Support clinicians in identifying care gaps and opportunities to improve patient outcomes.
• Produce performance reports and information for Lead meetings.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience working within a GP practice.
• Understanding of QOF and patient recall processes.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.

Desirable

• Experience using EMIS Web.
• Knowledge of enhanced services and NHS contracts.
• Experience of clinical coding and data quality improvement.
• Experience producing reports and conducting audits.

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

Wentworth Medical Practice

Address

38 Wentworth Avenue

London

N3 1YL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST

Clinical

Compassionately care for palliative & end of life care patients and those important to them.

Be able to work autonomously and as part of a cohesive team. Take responsibility for organising own time and workload, and where required, act as the RN Shift Leader, managing the shift, prioritising care and appropriate allocation of resource.

Be responsible for lone workers reporting as required.

Make accurate observations of the complex physical, mental and social condition of the patient, appropriately liaising with wider Community care services.

Report back to the HIYH RN Lead on all clinical matters and provide timely & accurate handovers to the HIYH Administrators as required.

Take reasonable precaution to ensure that the patient and the patients property is safeguarded and to work in accordance with Hospice Health & Safety policies and procedures.

Be involved in assessing patients and undertake dynamic environmental risk assessments.

Function autonomously and in accordance with own scope of clinical practice & competence.

Have the ability to challenge decisions made by others if they are against policy or not in the best interest of the patient.

Engage in sensitive and complex communication with patients, relatives and carers.

Provide support, empathy and reassurance in the delivery of patient care.

Be able to communicate at all levels throughout the organisation and wider healthcare system, in a mature, professional, kind and reasoned manner.

Communicate with and care for distressed, anxious and worried patients/relatives.

Take responsibility to ensure adherence to Hospice policies and procedures.

Demonstrate good team working skills and commitment to working effectively within the HIYH Service.

Management

Ensure that manual handling guidelines are adhered to rigorously.

Report accidents, incidents, concerns and complaints relating to patients or their relatives via Vantage and as per Hospice policy and procedures.

Undertake line management responsibility for an allocated group of Palliative Care Assistants (contracted) / Health Care Assistants (Bank).

Legal & Ethical

Practice within the legal and ethical framework, as established by the Nursing & Midwifery Council and national legislation, to ensure patients interests and well-being are met.

Administrative

Maintain accurate record keeping using SystmOne and paper documentation where appropriate.

Complete all appropriate forms/documentation within the given time span and submit to the Hospice as required.

Provide an accurate handover to the HIYH Administrators as required ensuring any concerns are escalated in a timely manner.

Health & Safety/Risk

Take reasonable precaution to ensure that the patient and the patients property is safeguarded and to report if deemed necessary.

Undertake dynamic Risk Assessments as required.

Work within all Hospice Health & Safety policies.

Assess patients and environmental risks and follow all Hospice policies and procedures. Safe use of a range of equipment including:

Hoists

Slide sheets

Wheelchairs

Electric or patients own bed

Oxygen concentrators

Feed pumps (within scope of competence)

Education and Training:

Undertake additional training and development in order to develop the skills required to provide quality palliative care for patients, in line with personal development plans.

Ensure that Revalidation is completed in an accurate and timely manner.

Undertake the Hospice Appraisal process with HIYH Palliative Care Assistants.

Support and guide HIYH PCAs, HCA (Bank) and new members of staff during induction.

Person Specification

Essential Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Sound understanding of palliative care philosophy.
• Good listening skills.
• Ability to use initiative and to work autonomously.
• Demonstrable team working skills and commitment to working effectively within the HIYH service.
• Calm and reassuring manner.
• Able to take instruction and document events during shift.
• Ability to react sensitively and professionally to unforeseen clinical and non-clinical situations.
• Ability to line manage others.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Willingness to participate in training and updates.
• Computer literacy.
• Access to a car for work, including Business Use car insurance at your own expense.
• Possession of a full UK driving licence.
• Ability to drive Hospice vehicles in addition to own vehicle.
• Understanding of Data protection and confidentiality.
• Ability to deal with distressing situations and emotive circumstances.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Level One)

Desirable

• Degree level education

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience of working in the acute or community setting.
• Evidence of working with patients with palliative care needs.

Desirable

• Community experience would be an advantage
• Use of SystmOne
• Leadership experience
• Audit experience
• Previous NHS 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

Nottinghamshire Hospice Limited

Address

Nottinghamshire Hospice

384 Woodborough Road

Nottingham

NG3 4JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nottshospice.org/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an qualified PA, with GMC registration and a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience in General Practice. The ideal candidate will manage Chronic Disease clinics and support acute on the day appointment demand.

Please note that should this vacancy attract sufficient interest it may be necessary to close the vacancy at an earlier date. We therefore suggest that you apply at an early stage to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in General Practice

Desirable

• Experience running chronic disease clinics
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior clinicians
• Special interest or skill (e.g. minor illness, urgent care, womens health, elderly care, LD checks, Smear taker)
• Experienced in seeing children

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Physician Associate (PGDip/MSc)

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 Elms Surgery

Address

38 The Avenue

Watford

Hertfordshire

WD17 4NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Rota Management and Coordination

Prepare and maintain staff and clinical rotas using the Rota Master Excel system and other agreed systems.

Create room allocations so that Grove clinicians and supported services have suitable consultation rooms and avoid double bookings.

Check rotas for gaps, clashes and potential service risks before they are finalised.

Submit completed rotas for Partner approval and issue agreed rotas within the required timescales.

Upload and maintain staff rotas and appointment sessions on EMIS.

Make appropriate changes to appointment slots on EMIS when staffing or service requirements change.

Update rotas and EMIS promptly for annual leave, sickness and other absences.

Arrange locum sessions in advance where required to maintain safe and effective service provision.

Respond to rota queries and changes promptly and keep relevant staff informed.

Identify and escalate foreseeable staffing risks, including clinical shortages and red-flag days, to the Practice Manager.

Support the organisation of student and trainee placements, including inductions, timetables and room requirements for trainee doctors, paramedics, nurses and physician associates

Staffing and Service Coordination

Work with the Practice Manager, Partners, clinicians and wider Practice team to maintain effective staffing arrangements.

Monitor staffing requirements and service pressures and raise foreseeable rota risks promptly.

Support the implementation of agreed changes to rotas, appointment sessions and service arrangements.

Maintain accurate and timely rota information across agreed systems.

Communicate rota changes clearly and promptly to relevant staff and clinicians.

IT and Systems Support

Develop a good working knowledge of the Practice IT systems and applications used by reception. Provide day-to-day user support to reception staff and help troubleshoot routine system problems.

Support the use of EMIS, Accurx, telephone systems and other relevant Practice systems.

Use the EVAD telephone system confidently and produce agreed monthly reports for the Practice Manager.

Monitor reception system issues and liaise with external providers when faults affect patient services.

Support the introduction of new systems, applications and services, including staff training and guidance.

Use available data and reports to identify opportunities to improve reception staffing, processes and patient access.

Maintain appropriate awareness of data protection, information governance and secure patient record sharing.

Quality and Continuous Improvement

Promote safe and efficient rota planning and staffing practices.

Identify risks, recurring problems and service pressures arising from staffing and rota arrangements and raise them with the Practice Manager.

Use available data and reports to identify opportunities to improve staffing, processes and patient access.

Contribute to audits, significant event reviews and other quality improvement activities as required.

Manage time, workload and resources effectively and prioritise work according to patient and Practice needs.

Role Focus

Maintain accurate, safe and effective staff and clinical rota arrangements across the Practice.

Support timely coordination of rooms, sessions, absences, locum cover and trainee placements.

Ensure rota-related risks and changes are communicated and escalated appropriately.

Confidentiality and Information Governance

Maintain strict confidentiality at all times when handling patient, staff, clinician and Practice information.

Only share confidential or sensitive information with authorised individuals and in accordance with Practice policies and current requirements.

Handle patient records and information securely, including electronic and paper records.

Report any suspected confidentiality, information governance or data security concerns promptly to the appropriate manager.

Health and Safety

Follow the Practice Health & Safety and infection control policies and encourage the same standards within the relevant team.

Identify and report hazards, risks, accidents and other safety concerns promptly.

Use workplace security and personal safety procedures appropriately.

Keep relevant work areas organised and free from avoidable hazards.

Complete relevant training and apply safe working practices at all times.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Treat patients, carers, colleagues and visitors with dignity, respect and fairness.

Provide a welcoming, non-judgemental service and take account of individual needs and circumstances.

Respect privacy, dignity, beliefs and communication needs.

Follow Practice policies and relevant requirements relating to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Personal and Professional Development

Take responsibility for maintaining and developing the knowledge and skills required for the role.

Participate in Practice training and an annual performance review/appraisal.

Keep up to date with changes that affect the role, patient services, information governance and Practice procedures.

Share relevant learning with colleagues and support colleagues in developing their skills.

Communication

Communicate clearly, respectfully and professionally with patients, carers, colleagues, clinicians, management and external organisations.

Ensure important information is passed to the right people in a timely manner.

Adapt communication to meet individual patient and staff needs, including where alternative communication methods are required.

Handle difficult or sensitive conversations calmly and escalate issues when appropriate.

Contribution to Practice Services

Follow Practice policies, standards, guidance and agreed procedures.

Work with the Practice Manager, Partners, clinicians and wider Practice team to maintain effective services.

Support the implementation of new services, changes to processes and agreed improvement initiatives.

Participate in meetings, audits and other Practice activities appropriate to the role.

Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the level and responsibilities of the post

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of EMIS, Accurx, Anima and some AI background would be advantageous.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent

Desirable

• A Level or NVQ Administration Level 3 or equivalent 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

The Grove Medical Centre

Address

The Grove

Church Road

Egham

Surrey

TW20 9QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://thegrovemc-egham.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Reception Management

Lead and oversee the day-to-day work of the Reception Team, ensuring reception is adequately staffed and organised.

Allocate daily tasks and manage workflow so that patient-facing and administrative work is completed efficiently.

Act as the first point of support for reception staff, answering questions and providing guidance on procedures and patient queries.

Keep the team informed of changes to Practice policies, procedures, systems and ways of working.

Monitor standards of patient service, including telephone, face-to-face and written communication.

Ensure reception processes are followed consistently and identify areas where improvements are needed.

Support the Practice Manager with recruitment, selection, HR matters and staff-related issues.

Manage annual leave and sickness within agreed Practice arrangements and maintain appropriate staffing levels.

Escalate staffing, performance, conduct or operational concerns to the Practice Manager when appropriate.

Provide reception cover when necessary to maintain safe and effective patient services.

Patient Services

Ensure there is sufficient reception cover to support patient services throughout the day.

Deal with patient issues professionally and sensitively, involving the Duty Doctor, Practice Manager or other appropriate clinician when required.

Process and allocate administrative queries received through the Accurx Inbox in line with Practice procedures.

Process repeat prescription requests in accordance with Practice guidance and agreed workflows.

Ensure systems are in place for the secure movement, tracking and recording of patient records and information.

Support the Practice Manager with complaints, ensuring reception-related concerns are dealt with appropriately and learning is shared with the team.

Support service improvement work with the Practice Manager and Partners.

Act as the Flu Season Lead, supporting the planning and organisation of annual influenza vaccination clinics.

Support QOF, DES, LES and other Practice requirements by helping to organise appropriate reviews, appointments and patient invitations.

Staff Support, Training and Development

Provide induction and training for new reception staff and ensure induction records are completed.

Identify ongoing training needs and support staff to maintain the skills required for their role.

Support the Practice Manager and Partners with performance reviews, appraisals and performance management where required.

Hold regular Reception Team meetings and communicate agreed actions and changes to staff.

Provide day-to-day coaching and support to help staff work confidently and consistently.

Act as a link between the Reception Team and Practice Management, helping to resolve work-related issues and improve communication.

Work closely with other Practice teams and external organisations where this is required to support patient services.

Reception Administration and Governance

Represent reception at Practice meetings and raise relevant operational issues, risks and improvement ideas.

Deal with day-to-day reception problems promptly, resolving them where possible and escalating when necessary.

Ensure reception-related complaints and significant events are recorded and completed on Clarity, with learning shared appropriately.

Ensure accurate records are maintained for appointments, messages, visits, post, patient registrations, prescriptions, filing, births and deaths.

Ensure Practice policies, protocols and standard operating procedures are followed within reception.

Support the Practice Manager with Care Quality Commission requirements, audits and inspection preparation.

Help develop and maintain clear reception procedures and standard operating procedures.

IT and Systems Support

Develop a good working knowledge of the Practice IT systems and applications used by reception.

Provide day-to-day user support to reception staff and help troubleshoot routine system problems.

Support the use of EMIS, Accurx, telephone systems and other relevant Practice systems.

Use the EVAD telephone system confidently and produce agreed monthly reports for the Practice Manager.

Monitor reception system issues and liaise with external providers when faults affect patient services.

Support the introduction of new systems, applications and services, including staff training and guidance.

Use available data and reports to identify opportunities to improve reception staffing, processes and patient access.

Maintain appropriate awareness of data protection, information governance and secure patient record sharing.

Quality and Continuous Improvement

Promote high standards of patient service and safe, efficient working practices.

Identify risks, recurring problems and service pressures and raise them with the Practice Manager.

Use feedback, incidents, complaints and available data to identify opportunities for improvement.

Contribute to audits, significant event reviews and other quality improvement activities as required.

Take responsibility for own actions and work collaboratively to improve team performance.

Manage time, workload and resources effectively and prioritise work according to patient and Practice needs.

Confidentiality and Information Governance

Maintain strict confidentiality at all times when handling patient, staff, clinician and Practice information.

Only share confidential or sensitive information with authorised individuals and in accordance with Practice policies and current requirements.

Handle patient records and information securely, including electronic and paper records.

Report any suspected confidentiality, information governance or data security concerns promptly to the appropriate manager.

Health and Safety

Follow the Practice Health & Safety and infection control policies and encourage the same standards within the relevant team.

Identify and report hazards, risks, accidents and other safety concerns promptly.

Use workplace security and personal safety procedures appropriately.

Keep relevant work areas organised and free from avoidable hazards.

Complete relevant training and apply safe working practices at all times.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Treat patients, carers, colleagues and visitors with dignity, respect and fairness.

Provide a welcoming, non-judgemental service and take account of individual needs and circumstances.

Respect privacy, dignity, beliefs and communication needs.

Follow Practice policies and relevant requirements relating to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Personal and Professional Development

Take responsibility for maintaining and developing the knowledge and skills required for the role.

Participate in Practice training and an annual performance review/appraisal.

Keep up to date with changes that affect the role, patient services, information governance and Practice procedures.

Share relevant learning with colleagues and support colleagues in developing their skills.

Communication

Communicate clearly, respectfully and professionally with patients, carers, colleagues, clinicians, management and external organisations.

Ensure important information is passed to the right people in a timely manner.

Adapt communication to meet individual patient and staff needs, including where alternative communication methods are required.

Handle difficult or sensitive conversations calmly and escalate issues when appropriate.

Contribution to Practice Services

Follow Practice policies, standards, guidance and agreed procedures.

Work with the Practice Manager, Partners, clinicians and wider Practice team to maintain effective services.

Support the implementation of new services, changes to processes and agreed improvement initiatives.

Participate in meetings, audits and other Practice activities appropriate to the role.

Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the level and responsibilities of the post

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in managing people.

Desirable

• Experience of working with healthcare professionals and or previous experience in the NHS.
• Advanced experience of using word, excel and PowerPoint including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports.
• Experience of EMIS would be an advantage

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Grove Medical Centre

Address

The Grove

Church Road

Egham

Surrey

TW20 9QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://thegrovemc-egham.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Nursing Team supports a diverse patient population of approximately 10,000 registered patients and works collaboratively with GPs, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, administrative staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.

Services provided by the team include:

• Chronic disease management
• NHS Health Checks
• Hypertension management
• Contraception and sexual health services
• Cervical cytology
• Wound care and ulcer management
• Childhood and adult immunisations
• Phlebotomy
• ECGs
• Health screening and health promotion
• Well-Women clinics
• Minor Surgery clinics

The team works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment to deliver safe, effective and evidence-based care. There is a strong emphasis on teamwork, clinical supervision, training, competency development and continuous improvement.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Undertake delegated clinical tasks safely and effectively within the scope of the HCA role and individual competency.
• Perform general health checks and health screening in accordance with practice protocols.
• Accurately measure, record and report patients' height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature and other agreed observations.
• Calculate and record Body Mass Index (BMI) where appropriate.
• Perform ECGs following appropriate training and competency assessment.
• Undertake venepuncture/phlebotomy following appropriate training and competency assessment.
• Provide wound care and dressing changes in accordance with agreed treatment plans and practice protocols.
• Remove simple dressings and undertake other delegated wound-care activities within competence.
• Recognise and report abnormalities, deterioration or concerns to the appropriate registered healthcare professional.
• Support clinicians with examinations, procedures and treatments where appropriate.
• Assist with specimen collection and preparation in accordance with practice procedures.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records following all patient contacts.
• Ensure that patients are treated with dignity, respect and compassion at all times.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care, Healthcare Support, or equivalent
• Care Certificate or willingness to complete it
• Evidence of relevant clinical/healthcare training such as wound care and dressings
• Phlebotomy training/competence
• Basic Life Support/CPR training
• Training in infection prevention and control
• Training in NHS health checks, long-term condition monitoring or relevant primary care procedures
• Willingness to undertake further training and maintain competencies

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Previous experience working in a GP surgery, primary care, outpatient or community setting.
• Experience undertaking clinical observations, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate and oxygen saturation.
• Experience with phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Experience undertaking ECGs.
• Experience supporting NHS Health Checks, cardiovascular risk assessment, smoking cessation or other preventative health activities.
• Experience supporting patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD or cardiovascular disease.
• Experience using primary care clinical systems such as SystmOne.

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to communicate sensitively and respectfully with patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Able to maintain professional boundaries.
• Able to work independently within agreed competencies and recognise when to seek advice.
• Good attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Able to prioritise workload and manage competing demands.
• Able to recognise and report concerns relating to safeguarding or patient deterioration.
• Able to follow infection prevention and control procedures.
• Basic IT skills and confidence learning new clinical systems.
• Able to work effectively as part of a wider primary care team.
• Able to remain calm and professional when dealing with difficult or distressed patients.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare, social care, community care or patient-facing environment.
• Experience communicating with patients and members of the public.
• Experience maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience following policies, procedures and instructions relating to patient safety, infection control and safeguarding.
• Experience accurately recording information, preferably using electronic systems.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a GP surgery, primary care, outpatient or community setting.
• Experience undertaking clinical observations, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate and oxygen saturation.
• Experience with phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Experience undertaking ECGs.
• Experience supporting NHS Health Checks, cardiovascular risk assessment, smoking cessation or other preventative health activities.
• Experience supporting patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD or cardiovascular disease.
• Experience using primary care clinical systems such as EMIS or SystmOne.

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

Middlestown Medical Centre

Address

129 New Road

Middlestown

Wakefield

WF4 4PA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post will join the team responsible for the provision of all Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) services to the Local Health Board in Cwm Taf Morgannwg.

The post will be required to support the delivery of inpatient and emergency ENT services for the local population and in doing so foster excellent working relationships within and outside the specialist area, including medical, nursing, secretarial and support staff, General Practitioners and Management Teams.

The post will be part of the 1:6 on-call rota within the ENT department in the Princess of Wales Hospital. This may be subject to change.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC/GDC Registration
• 6 years full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time basis), at least 2 of which will be in a specialty training programme in the relevant specialty Or as fixed-term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty OR equivalent experience / competencies

Desirable

• Further relevant degree/diploma/teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Up to date with current practices in ENT and emergency surgery
• Evidence of working effectively as a part of a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in the NHS/experience of NHS working practices and systems.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to take independent clinical decisions when necessary and to seek advice from more senior doctors as appropriate
• Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governance

Desirable

• None

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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Princess of Wales Hospital

Coity Road

Bridgend

CF31 1RQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Dispensing duties

• Actively prepare and dispense prescriptions under GP authorisation
• Utilise software use for processing prescriptions, and ensure all dispensing processes comply with legal, ethical, and professional standards.
• Label, check and hand out medications to patients with appropriate advice, process repeat prescriptions in line with practice procedures, identify and escalate any prescription queries or discrepancies.

Patient interaction

• Provide clear instructions to patients regarding their medication
• Respond to patient queries in a professional and courteous manner
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Stock control and administration

• Assist with ordering, receiving, and checking pharmaceutical stock
• Monitor stock levels and expiry dates
• Ensure proper storage of medications, including controlled drugs
• Maintain accurate records in line with dispensary requirements.

Clinical Governance and compliance

• Adhere to all safety legislation (e.g. Medicines Act and Health and Safety at Work Act)
• Follow practice policies, SOPs, and infectious control procedures.
• Participate in audits and quality improvement activities
• Report incidents, errors, and near misses in line with practice policy.

• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff
• Support colleagues during busy periods
• Attend team meetings and training as required.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended to suit the needs of the practice. The post holder may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a dispensary, pharmacy or GP practice or other related environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently as part of the team
• Basic IT skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality and data protection
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development

Desirable

• Experience using clinical systems such as EMIS and Titan
• Knowledge and experience of repeat prescribing systems
• Good understanding of dispensing processes and medication safety

Qualifications

Desirable

• NVQ level 2/3 in pharmacy services or equivalent

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

Shipston Medical Centre

Address

Shipston Medical Centre

Badgers Crescent

Shipston on Stour

Warwickshire

CV36 4BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner who will provide high-quality, patient-centred care to patients presenting with a wide range of acute and ongoing healthcare needs. The role will include:

• Assessing, diagnosing and managing patients presenting with minor illness and acute conditions, working autonomously within their scope of practice.
• Providing appropriate clinical advice, treatment and safety-netting to patients, ensuring they receive the right care at the right time.
• Supporting patients with their ongoing medical and nursing needs, including contributing to the management and review of patients with long-term conditions.
• Requesting and interpreting appropriate investigations and making referrals to other healthcare professionals and services where clinically indicated.
• Undertaking home visits as required, providing assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management to patients who are unable to attend the practice.
• Working collaboratively with GPs, Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity and high standards of patient care.
• Promoting health, wellbeing and self-management, whilst ensuring patients are fully involved in decisions about their care.
• Maintaining accurate and comprehensive clinical records and working in accordance with practice policies, professional standards and relevant clinical guidelines.

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Primary care experience

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Nurse Practitioner Degree or equivalent qualification, or working towards
• Clinical Skills Level 7
• Paediatric Clinical Skills or undertaking studies towards
• Independent/Supplementary Nurse Prescriber

Skills&Competancies

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to network
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to develop strong and effective working relationships
• Able to demonstrate and high level of personal, professional accountability and autonomy
• Ability to manage own time effectively

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Coxhoe Medical Practice

Address

Coxhoe Medical Practice

1 Lansdowne Road

Coxhoe

Durham

DH6 4DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The postholder will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of Shingles, RSV, Pneumococcal, COVID-19, Influenza vaccinations and any other vaccinations which becomes part of the NHS schedule to registered patients, both in patients home and within the practice setting. The postholder will assess suitability for vaccination, obtain informed consent, administer vaccines in accordance with current clinical guidance, maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with the wider clinical team. Where necessary arrange follow up for specific vaccinations.

Role specific focus areas and process

Delivery of vaccination programmes in patients homes and in the practice setting

Safe collection, transportation and storage of vaccines while maintaining cold chain requirements.

Assessment of housebound patients' suitability for vaccination.

Administration of vaccinations in accordance with Patient Group Directions (PGDs), National Protocols or other approved frameworks.

Timely and accurate recording of vaccination activity.

Maintaining effective communication with practice.

Ensuring patient safety, confidentiality and professional standards always.

Main Duties, Outline Responsibilities and Work Portfolio

Patient/Client Care and Support

Assist practices with the administration of vaccinations for their patient populations within surgeries and patients' homes.

Assess patients for clinical suitability prior to vaccination.

Obtain informed consent before administering vaccines.

Deliver vaccinations safely and effectively in line with current clinical guidance.

Manage and respond appropriately to adverse reactions, including anaphylaxis.

Provide advice and reassurance to patients and carers regarding vaccinations.

Leadership and Workforce

Work independently while maintaining strong communication with the wider clinical team.

Work closely with the vaccinator coordinator to support identification of patient cohorts/ organising clinics/ arranging visit in demographic order

Support the delivery of PCN vaccination programmes.

Maintain professional registration and competency requirements.

Participate in supervision, training and appraisal processes.

Financial, budgetary and contract management

Ensure appropriate use of vaccines, equipment and consumables.

Minimise wastage through effective stock handling and cold chain management

Organisational Policy

Adhere to ENMP policies and procedures and all relevant legislation.

Comply with professional standards and codes of conduct.

Complete and maintain mandatory training requirements.

Task management (including work related planning)

Manage daily workload efficiently and effectively.

Plan and undertake home visits according to service requirements.

Collect and transport vaccines and consumables in accordance with governance procedures.

Maintain accurate documentation and records.

Decision Making

Assess patient suitability for vaccination.

Apply clinical judgement when responding to risks, concerns or unexpected events.

Escalate clinical issues appropriately where required.

Communication and Information

Information systems and software responsibilities include use of:

Systm One

ICE system

AccuRX

MS Office

Federated Data Platform

Responsibility for data entry, text processing or storage of data, utilising paper or computer-based data entry systems are a key component of the role.

Research and Audit

All staff at ENMP are expected to support and assist with research and audits from time to time but the postholder will have no responsibility other than complying with these requirements.

Corporate Responsibilities

The postholder is expected to comply with all corporate responsibilities detailed within the ENMP Job Description template, including professional standards, teamwork, quality improvement, safety, confidentiality and information governance

Work and Professional Standards

To conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Practices values and behaviours

To work to the highest standard of care in order to promote the Practice as a quality care provider

To adhere to the Practices standards and expectations as communicated through policy and briefings

To represent the Practice as required at external meetings and functions and to act as an ambassador for the organisation.

To work flexibly in order to ensure that the Practice delivers effective, individual and compassionate care

To participate in relevant staff training (including compliance with mandatory training requirements)

To actively participate in the staff appraisal process

Collaboration, teamwork, and relationships

To work and collaborate with other members of the ENMP team to ensure delivery of satisfactory performance, governance, and management of risk relative to role

To promote and constructive working relationships both internally with colleagues and with external organisations

To work effectively in collaboration with clinicians and managers of other health and social care organisations within the health system where there are common interests

Quality and Efficiency

To work proactively in order to identify areas for quality improvement and efficiency

Safety

To ensure compliance with safe systems of work and that all necessary health and safety requirements are met including the reporting of hazards and accidents

To work to high standards of infection control appropriate to role

Confidentiality and Information Governance

To ensure patient/staff confidentiality and information governance standards are maintained and respected at all times.

Person Specification

Planning Skills

Essential

• Ability to organise and manage workload effectively across multiple locations

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse or relevant healthcare professional holding up to date registration number - qualified to independently administer vaccines under a Patient Group Directive
• Current NHSE approved vaccination training

Leadership and People Skills

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to team objectives
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision whilst adhering to clinical protocols

Physical Skills and Effort

Essential

• Ability to travel between practices and patient homes, carrying vaccination equipment and supplies safely
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle

Analytical Skills

Essential

• Ability to assess patient suitability for vaccination and respond appropriately to risks or unexpected events
• Ability to provide quality care

Experience

Essential

• Trained and competent in the management of anaphylaxis

Desirable

• Experience working as part of a team and independently
• Knowledge of safe transport of medications and cold chain procedures
• Working knowledge of Mental Capacity legislation and application in practice

Communication Skills

Essential

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients, carers and healthcare professionals
• Ability to communicate effectively with frail and vulnerable patients
• Ability to support vulnerable and housebound patients with sensitivity and professionalism

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

East Norfolk Medical Practice

Address

147 Lawn Avenue

Great Yarmouth

Norfolk

NR30 1QP

United Kingdom

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