Job description

Job responsibilities

Hywel Dda University Health Board welcomes applications from UK based, international and CESR route doctors for a substantive, full time Consultant in Acute and General Medicine at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli.

This newly created role forms part of a significant expansion of Acute Medicine services and offers a rare opportunity to develop a senior NHS career while enjoying one of the most attractive lifestyles in the UK.

Whether you are already working within the NHS or considering relocation from overseas, Hywel Dda offers a supportive, inclusive and professionally rewarding environment in which clinicians can thrive.

Why Choose Hywel Dda for Your Career and Lifestyle?Hywel Dda University Health Board is unique in combining high quality clinical practice with genuine work life balance.

Prince Philip Hospital serves the welcoming communities of Carmarthenshire, an area renowned for: Outstanding coastline and beaches within easy reach National parks, countryside and outdoor activities nearby Affordable housing compared with major UK cities Short commute times and minimal congestion Safe, family friendly communities and good local schools A strong sense of community, culture and heritage

Many clinicians choose to relocate to Hywel Dda to step away from high pressure urban environments, regain balance and practise medicine in a setting that values sustainability, wellbeing and patient centred care.

The RoleAs a Consultant, you will be a senior clinical decision maker at the hospital front door, leading the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of acute medical patients across: The 24 bedded Acute Medical Assessment Unit (AMAU) Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) Hot specialty clinics, supporting admission avoidance and rapid follow up

You will play a key role in the development of a new Urgent Care Centre, planned to open in 2026, and contribute to delivering a comprehensive 7 day Acute Medicine service across Prince Philip Hospital and the wider Health Board.

Clinical Environment and SupportYou will work within a supportive and developing Acute Medicine service, benefiting from: Participation in a well supported 1:11 medical on call rota Resident doctor support including Foundation doctors, IMT/Clinical Fellows and Senior Clinical Fellows Modern diagnostics including CT, MRI, ultrasound and angiography Dedicated office space and administrative support

There is also flexibility to pursue or develop sub specialty or liaison interests, including: Cardiology, Respiratory or Renal Medicine Geriatric Medicine Stroke or Neurology Acute Oncology or Haematology Endocrinology

These interests can be incorporated through job planning and service development discussions.

Teaching, Leadership and Career DevelopmentEducation and leadership are integral to the role. Responsibilities include: Teaching and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate trainees Acting as an Educational Supervisor Leading and contributing to clinical audit and quality improvement Promoting evidence based practice and patient safety

Newly appointed senior doctors may also access Hywel Ddas Consultant Development and Mentoring Programme, offering executive coaching, leadership training and mentorship aligned to the NHS Medical Leadership Competency Framework.

Our ValuesHywel Dda University Health Board is committed to delivering inclusive, compassionate and patient centred care. We welcome applications from doctors of all backgrounds and career routes and are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to develop.

Informal Enquiries and VisitsInformal discussions or visits are actively encouraged. Virtual conversations can also be arranged for overseas applicants.

Dr Scott ORourkeConsultant in Respiratory Medicine and Acute Medicine LeadPrince Philip HospitalTel: +44 (0)1554 756567

Dr Robin GhosalHospital Director Prince Philip and Glangwili HospitalsTel: +44 (0)1554 756567

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff whoare able tocommunicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirementsduring the course ofyour employment with us.

Please see the below links for useful videos relating to this vacancy:

Hywel Dda 3 Counties - https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sY

Lifestyle in Wales - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgt03XPT6RQ

Medical Leadership in Hywel Dda - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33s

Virtual Tour - https://youtu.be/Y4JGdD6EHjE

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Full registration and a License to Practice with the General Medical Council.
• On the GMC Specialist Register (including via Portfolio Pathway (CESR)/European Community Rights) or will have CCT due within six months of interview date.
• Valid Certified Advanced Life Support.
• Where a sub-specialty interest is required sub-specialty training should be to a level appropriate for UK consultant sub-specialist practice - fellowship or equivalent level experience.

Desirable

• Additional Higher qualification(s).

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Broad based experience within the specialty area.
• Able to demonstrate core competencies and clinical skills relevant to the post.
• Experience of leading a team.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in the UK or NHS.

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Understanding of the role of Clinical Governance.
• Participation in clinical audit (or quality improvement project) and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice.
• Knowledge of annual job planning/appraisal review process.

Desirable

• Knowledge of risk management.

Teaching

Essential

• Ability to critically assess learning requirements for self and others.
• Evidence of organising programmes and teaching all staff groups.
• Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff.

Desirable

• Teaching qualification.

Research and Scholarship

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge of current research and best practice in the specialty area.
• Evidence of keeping up to date with current research and best practice.
• Evidence of locating and using clinical guidelines appropriately.
• Evidence of communicating and interpreting research evidence in a meaningful way.

Desirable

• Active participation in research.

Other

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Safeguarding

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge of safeguarding requirements and takes appropriate responsibility.
• Evidence of applying appropriate equality and diversity legislation.

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Prince Philip Hospital

Bryngwyn Mawr

Llanelli

SA14 8QF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

The post holder will be part of the Talking Therapies service and will provide high-intensity cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) in person for a minimum of 2 days per week and online for additional days. The post holder would be required to work one evening shift - 12-8pm a week. The post holder will work with clients who have a range of moderate to complex Anxiety and Depression related presentations for which CBT is demonstrated to be clinically effective.

The post holder will work with people from different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and should be committed to equal opportunities.

It is essential that the post holder exercises initiative and independent judgement whilst maintaining a high level of confidentiality and diplomacy at all times. In addition, the post holder is co-responsible for managing, maintaining and administering various data sources, which may include waiting lists, caseloads, or clinical reporting. Responsible for ensuring accurate data is recorded for national target requirements.

ROLE OF DEPARTMENT

The post holder is expected to work accurately under pressure with the ability to manage and prioritise their workload and that of the department, providing and receiving information which may require tact, diplomacy and persuasive skills as there may be barriers to understanding, either due to a cultural difference or knowledge of the process. The post holder must be skilled in delivering CBT interventions in person and virtually.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Service Manager
• Clinical Lead and Team Lead
• Line manager (in not above)
• Administration team
• Therapists and other medical staff
• Patients & Relatives
• General Practitioners
• Primary Care Networks
• Local authorities
• Social services

NB: This list is not exhaustive as the Post Holder is required to communicate with a wide range of external/internal departments and agencies at all levels.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST

1. CLINICAL

• Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service.
• Assess clients for suitability for psychological interventions.
• Make decisions on the suitability of new referrals, adhering to the departments referral protocols, and refer unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary.
• Formulate, implement and evaluate therapy interventions for clients using digital platforms.
• Use highly developed communication skills in working with people to understand their personal and often very sensitive difficulties.
• To exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the assessment and treatment of clients in line with the service.
• Assess and manage risk in line with service protocols.
• Educate and involve family members and others in treatment as necessary, conveying CBT formulations with sensitivity in easily understood language.
• Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week in order to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient. This includes working to DNA and Cancellation policies
• Attend online multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.
• Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service.
• Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols.
• Work closely with other members of the team, ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.
• Assess and integrate issues surrounding work and employment into the overall therapy process.
• Carry out clinical audits of service performance, including service user surveys and evaluations, and help to collate and disseminate the results for feedback.
• Liaise with other health and social care staff from a range of agencies in the care provided to clients.
• Provide specialist advice and consultation to other professionals / individuals / groups / committees across Mental Health Trusts, Primary Care Trusts and other voluntary agencies regarding service matters related to the practice and delivery of specific agreed therapeutic modalities and service provision.

2. TRAINING AND SUPERVISION

• Adhere to all service requirements and those stipulated by the BABCP for effective supervision.
• Review all clients in supervision at least once.
• Contribute to the teaching and training of mental health professionals and other staff working in the service.
• Where applicable, attend and fulfil all the requirements of the Talking Therapies approved supervision training to provide supervision within the service.

3. PROFESSIONAL

• Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to the employer and any regulating, professional and accrediting bodies (BABCP) and keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the Department of Health (e.g. Talking Therapies Manual, NHS plan, Positive Practice Guides, National Institute for Clinical Excellence).
• Ensure that client confidentiality is protected at all times
• Provide a professional and neutral environment when delivering video appointments.
• Be aware of and keep up to date with advances and research in the spheres of CBT and other psychological therapies.
• Ensure clear professional objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed with line manager and clinical supervisor on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Attend clinical/managerial supervision on a regular basis as agreed with the Manager.
• Participate in individual performance reviews and respond to agreed objectives.
• Keep up to date with all records in relation to CPD and ensure the personal development plan maintains up-to-date specialist knowledge of the latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments.
• Attend relevant conferences / workshops in line with identified professional objectives.
• Participate in service improvement by highlighting issues and implementing changes in practice.

4. ADVISORY / LIAISON

• Provide an advisory service on matters related to the practice and delivery of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to individuals/groups/committees across the Mental Health Trust, Primary Care Trust and other voluntary agencies.
• Promote and maintain links with Primary Care and Secondary Care Staff to help co-ordinate the provision of an effective Psychological Therapies Service.

5.GENERAL

• To contribute to the development of best practice within the service.
• To maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and procedures in relation to Mental Health and Primary Care Services.
• All employees have a duty and responsibility for their own health and safety and the health and safety of colleagues, patients and the general public.
• All employees have a responsibility and a legal obligation to ensure that information processed for both patients and staff is kept accurate, confidential, secure and in line with the Data Protection Act (2018) and Security and Confidentiality Policies.
• It is the responsibility of all staff that they do not abuse their official position for personal gain, to seek advantage of further private business or other interests in the course of their official duties.
• This Job Description does not provide an exhaustive list of duties and may be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder in light of service development.

INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply and adhere to agreed policies, procedures, and protocols, including national initiatives and propose changes for improvements to departmental working practices.
• Participate in reflection, self-evaluation and continuous professional development, including performance review. Ensure mandatory training is up-to-date at all times.
• Contribute to ongoing projects as required.
• Maintain and encourage safe working practices and environment in accordance with local Health and Safety policies.
• Comply with the requirements of the Caldicott Report, Data Protection Act, Access to Health Records Act and subsequent legislation issued in relation to confidential data.

CONFIDENTIALITY

The post holder must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and DHC business in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and Caldicott principles.

Person Specification

Training

Essential

• Able to attend Long Term Conditions (LTC) training if not already trained, and other training as the post develops.
• Good record of Continuing Professional Development and willingness to continue this.

Qualifications

Essential

• Band 7 CBT Therapist.
• Accredited with the BABCP.
• Relevant experience in Primary Care treating anxiety and depression.

Skills & Competencies

Essential

• Full range of skills and competencies as laid out in the competence framework for CBT (Roth and Pilling 2007).
• Proficient in IT skills, including working virtually and using online platforms.
• Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively on the telephone and in video consultations and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.
• Competent in carrying out risk assessments and taking appropriate action in line with service protocols.
• Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients using digital platforms.
• Accredited with BABCP.

Desirable

• Trained in the provision of supervision for CBT.
• Completed clinical audits within a service.

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services, including delivering treatments virtually.
• Ability to meet agreed/specified service targets.
• Ability to manage own caseload and time.
• Demonstrates high standards in written communication.
• Able to write clear reports and letters to referrers.
• Experience with routine outcome monitoring.
• Experience of working in the Talking Therapies service.

Desirable

• Worked in a service where agreed targets were in place, demonstrating clinical outcomes.
• Experience of teaching and liaising with other professional groups.

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how they may present in Primary Care.
• Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health / benefits & employment systems.
• Knowledge of medications used in anxiety and depression, and other common mental health problems.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the need to use evidence-based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post.
• Knowledge of adult and child safeguarding issues and other relevant legislation.

Other Requirements

Essential

• High level of enthusiasm and motivation.
• Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships despite physical distance.
• Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality.
• Ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, & in own personal and professional development and in supervision.
• Able to travel across Surrey for work.

Desirable

• Fluent in languages other than English.
• Experience of working with diverse communities and within a multicultural 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

Dorking Healthcare Ltd.

Address

Medwyn Surgery

Reigate Road

Dorking

RH4 1SD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this vacancy. Please review them for full details of the role, responsibilities, and requirements.

• Provide Audiology cover for ENT outpatient clinics, assessing both paediatric and adult patients. This will include masked air and bone conduction audiometry, tympanometry, acoustic reflex testing, and otoacoustic emission testing.

• Explain and discuss test results with patients and their families or carers, ensuring information is communicated clearly and appropriately.

• Contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive diagnostic audiology service, including the analysis, interpretation, and reporting of routine and complex test procedures under indirect supervision.

• Arrange hearing aids for ENT outpatient patients where required, including initial assessment, obtaining consent, preliminary counselling, and entering relevant patient information and test data into the Patient Management System (PMS).

• Participate in the adult hearing aid and aural rehabilitation service, including the direct GP referral pathway for patients aged 18 and over.

• Take responsibility for managing routine and complex patient pathways under indirect supervision.

• Undertake appropriate assessments and comprehensive history taking, tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or equivalent in Audiology
• Registration with professional UK body
• Registration with AHCS (RCCP) or HCPC

Desirable

• HTS module in AR
• MSc in Audiology

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience in health organisation
• Evidence of management of complex AR

Desirable

• Previous supervisory and training role

Personal skills

Essential

• Team focused and contributor
• Willing to take initiative
• Enthusiastic and self-aware

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with the hearing impaired, their families, and care-givers
• Excellent Clinical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Quality of written application

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedfordshire Hospitals

Bedford and Luton

MK42 9DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

ROLE SUMMARY

Provide secretarial / administrative support to the team in order that they can provide an efficient service to all customers.Respond to the administrative needs of the service to ensure that the requirements of theorganisation are met.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Support

Provide accurate, prompt and efficient secretarial/administrative support to the clinical multidisciplinary team which may include spreadsheets and reports.

Use electronic systems to input and access information as required by the clinical multidisciplinary team.

Deal with and process all types of patient referrals liaising directly with General Practitioners, clinical staff including medical staff from other areas.

Liaise with clinical team members in relation to urgent referrals or other emergencies.

Provide non-clinical information to patients and families, where necessary, including cancellation of appointments.

Take and process minutes for teams (across the Locality).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Pitman/RSA III Typing/Word Processing or equivalent secretarial experience at intermediate level
• NVQ3 Business Administration or equivalent or working towards
• NVQ2 Customer Services or working towards

Desirable

• Shorthand
• Knowledge of Trust electronic record system

Experience

Essential

• Understanding and experience in a full range of secretarial procedures and systems gained through practice at intermediate level
• Working on own initiative with minimal supervision
• Ability to work with senior members of staff across a large organisation

Desirable

• Staff Supervision/Appraisal process

Skills

Essential

• Excellent articulate communication skills
• Ability to coordinate and prioritise management diaries
• ICT Skills including Microsoft, especially spreadsheets and presentations e.g Excel and PowerPoint or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Working knowledge of Microsoft packages or equivalent
• Maintaining administrative/secretarial systems

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS policy/procedures
• Knowledge of medical terminology

Other

Essential

• Able to work flexible across a range of different sites/offices

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Mary Chapman House

120 Hotblack Road

Norwich

NR2 4HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please contact Practice Manager Ali Neilson for full job description / more information about the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration

Desirable

• Experience of EMIS web is desirable.

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

Somerville Medical Centre

Address

69 Gorsey Lane

Wallasey

Merseyside

CH44 4AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Practice Plus Group are looking for a Bank Receptionist at our Warwickshire service to prepare and open a centre for patients, doctors and nurses arrival and ensure patients are seen in a professional manner following the guidelines issued by Practice Plus Group.

Our OOH service is open from 18.30-08.00 Monday to Friday and 24 hours over the weekend. We can offer a range of sessions to allow you to flexibly choose the right shift pattern for you.

Our Warwickshire OOH service is spread across the county with sites in; Nuneaton, Coventry, Rugby, Warwick, Stratford-upon-Avon and Shipston-on-Stour. Please see the link below to see the site map.

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Our OOH service is open from 18.30-08.00 Monday to Friday and 24 hours over the weekend. We can offer a range of sessions to allow you to flexibly choose the right shift pattern for you.

At Practice Plus Group, were here to make healthcare betterfor patients, clinicians and everyone in between. As one of the UKs largest independent providers of NHS services, we offer consistent, high-quality care through our urgent treatment centres, walk-in clinics, and GP practices.

Our Out of Hours Receptionists ensure that even when most of the world has switched off, care continues seamlessly. With a bank contract, youll have the flexibility to pick up shifts that suit your schedule while contributing to a team that truly values compassion and reliability.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see JD and Person Spec attached to role

Desirable

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Experience

Essential

• Please see JD and Person Spec attached to role

Desirable

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Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please see JD and Person Spec attached to role

Desirable

• Please see JD and Person Spec attached to role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group

Address

George Eliot Hospital

College Street

Nuneaton

Warwickshire

CV10 7DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will lead the long-term development of the Trusts strategic vision within Cancer Services and promote excellence in:

• Performance Management
• Demand and Capacity Management
• Leadership, Engagement and Ownership
• Collection, analysis, and use of data
• Implementation of re-design pathways
• Team working with Trust Cancer Alliance colleagues to deliver excellence in cancer services.
• Responsible for recruitment and retention of staff in cancer services.
• Responsible senior manager for the cancer services team including line management responsibilities such as day to day management, appraisals, disciplinary etc.
• Accountable for the delivery of cancer services within the Trust.
• Accountable for delivery of the oncology eastern sector hub services at MWL
• Responsible for the overall performance of the Cancer Services Team.
• Ensure that all staff involved in cancer services provide adequate communication that is empathetic and reassuring to patients and families especially when the information is complex, sensitive, and highly emotive.
• Motivate, inspire and encourage the cancer services team.
• Attend regular meetings of Lead Cancer Clinicians from specific tumour groups, incorporating GP Cancer Leads
• Oversee the development of a Trust Cancer Strategy and Operational Policy and ensure effective communication of this and all cancer issues across the Trust
• Work closely with the clinical and corporate information departments to ensure all national and local information requirements are met including the establishment and maintenance of regular, robust monitoring and reporting systems, including report writing, delivery of presentations and collation of relevant data and specialised spreadsheets.
• Support the Deputy Divisional Director of Operations and the Trust Lead Cancer Clinician in the commissioning of new services.

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Master's Degree or equivalent professional experience at a senior level in a relevant clinical/specialist area
• Management/leadership qualification or equivalent senior management experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development within the relevant clinical profession
• Current professional registration with an appropriate UK clinical regulatory body

Desirable

• PRINCE 2 or other improvement qualification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of project management within healthcare setting
• Extensive professional specialist knowledge in relevant fields gained through post graduate training / qualifications across multiple disciplines e.g. cancer services, service improvement, general management
• Demonstrable experience of involvement in capacity planning, redesign, innovation and change managementXA/I
• Demonstrable experience of business planning and preparation of business cases within the NHS
• Knowledge and understanding of management principles and strategic development and planning healthcare services
• Comprehensive understanding of the national cancer agenda, cancer quality and performance standards, and extensive clinical and/or operational experience of working across complex cancer pathways
• Experience of project management within healthcare setting
• Significant senior clinical/professional leadership experience within a complex healthcare environment
• Demonstrable experience of using clinical expertise to influence service development, pathway redesign, quality improvement and/or transformation.
• Knowledge and experience of clinical governance, patient safety, quality improvement and evidence-based practice, with the ability to translate these into service improvement.

Skills

Essential

• Project management skills, including service improvement skills, tools and techniques
• Highly effective communication skills - must be able to articulate highly complex and sensitive issues to a wide range of recipients, both written and verbally in potentially hostile environments
• Excellent presentation skills with the ability to influence large and diverse audiences
• Ability to lead change management / organisational change, pulling people together across systems to deliver common aims and targets and ability to effectively manage challenging situations
• Excellent organisational and time management skills to manage and balance competing priorities. Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Able to demonstrate sound financial management skills and understand a business centred approach to healthcare provision
• Frequent requirement for concentration. Work is often unpredictable and requires frequent reprioritisation
• IT skills required to manipulate, analyse and interpret complex information
• Ability to effectively lead a multi-professional team within a complex organisational setting. Demonstrate significant experience of situational leadership, human resource management and people development
• Ability to articulate and communicate a vision with drive, energy and resilience to achieve end results
• Highly self-motivated
• Demonstrable ability to motivate and influence others
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills
• Time management skills
• Highly developed negotiating/influencing skills
• Ability to prioritise and deliver to short deadlines
• Ability to develop key relationships with external agencies and organisations
• Political awareness with an ability to work across organisational and professional boundaries
• Excellent clinical, professional and strategic leadership skills, with the ability to provide credible senior clinical leadership across professional and organisational boundaries
• Evidence of engagement with and in the Cancer Alliance workstreams
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex clinical, quality, patient experience and performance information and use this to inform decision-making and service improvement
• Ability to constructively challenge clinical and operational practice and influence senior multidisciplinary stakeholders using professional credibility, evidence and sound judgement

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel various hospital locations by own car/ assisted driver

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

St Helens Hospital

Marshalls Cross Road

St Helens

WA9 3DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

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

Nantwich Health Centre

Address

Nantwich Health Centre

Beam Street

Nantwich

Cheshire

CW55NX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

ELIGIBILITY

Essential

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
• Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months
• Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
• Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment

Desirable

• In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice

CLINICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Excellent knowledge in specialty
• Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty
• Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others
• Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA

Desirable

• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service

Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.

Desirable

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

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birch Centre

Birkenhead

CH42 0LQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract: 12-month fixed-term maternity cover

The Principal Clinical Pharmacist and Team Lead will provide senior clinical pharmacy leadership across Jurassic Coast Primary Care Network and will be responsible for supporting the delivery and development of a high-quality, patient-centred pharmacy service across our member practices.

The post holder will lead and support the PCN Pharmacy Team, providing day-to-day clinical guidance, supervision, mentorship and line management to pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. This will include supporting team development, workload planning, appraisals and ensuring the pharmacy team is able to work effectively across the PCN.

Alongside the leadership responsibilities, the post holder will maintain a strong patient-facing clinical role, working closely with GPs, nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to support the safe, effective and rational use of medicines.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing clinical leadership, supervision and mentorship to the PCN Pharmacy Team.
• Supporting the day-to-day management and development of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
• Undertaking patient-facing clinical medication reviews and Structured Medication Reviews for patients with complex needs, multimorbidity and polypharmacy.
• Supporting medicines optimisation and making appropriate prescribing changes within scope of practice.
• Holding long-term condition clinics and supporting the management of conditions including Type 2 diabetes, hypertension and lipid disorders.
• Supporting annual reviews and ongoing medicines management for patients with long-term conditions.
• Reconciling and reviewing medicines following hospital discharge and other transfers of care.
• Supporting patients who may be at increased risk of medicines-related harm or unplanned hospital admission.
• Providing specialist medicines advice to patients, GPs, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
• Supporting medicines safety activity, including responding to relevant safety alerts, prescribing risks and national or local guidance.
• Identifying opportunities for medicines-related quality improvement, audit and service development.
• Supporting implementation of local and national prescribing guidance, NICE recommendations and formulary requirements.
• Contributing to relevant PCN medicines optimisation, QOF and contractual priorities.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across primary care, community pharmacy, care homes, secondary care and the wider health and social care system.
• Contributing to education, training and professional development within the pharmacy team and wider multidisciplinary team.

The role will require the post holder to communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals and patients, manage competing priorities and contribute to the ongoing development of clinical pharmacy services across the PCN.

The post holder will be expected to maintain General Pharmaceutical Council registration, professional competence and appropriate indemnity cover, and to work in accordance with relevant professional standards, clinical governance requirements and organisational policies.

The post requires independent travel between PCN practices and other locations where required.

Please refer to the attached full Job Description and Person Specification for further details regarding the role, responsibilities and requirements.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within the NHS.
• Experience of delivering direct clinical pharmacy services.
• Experience of working with a range of healthcare professionals and stakeholders.
• Experience of supporting medicines optimisation and the management of long-term conditions.

Desirable

• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience of working in general practice.
• Experience of working across a PCN, federation or collaboration of general practices.
• Experience of managing or contributing to complex projects or primary care initiatives.
• Experience of developing relationships with local and national stakeholders.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Strong clinical and therapeutic knowledge, including evidence-based prescribing and medicines optimisation.
• Good understanding of primary care prescribing, QOF and relevant contractual frameworks.
• Ability to manage medicines optimisation for patients with long-term conditions and complex needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisation, prioritisation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Good IT skills and understanding of data protection and information governance.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the wider primary care and NHS landscape, including relevant stakeholders and organisations.
• Understanding of healthcare improvement methods and service development.
• Advanced IT skills, particularly the use of Microsoft Excel for analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of current national policy and developments affecting primary, community and secondary care.

Qualifications

Essential

• Mandatory registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Masters degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent.
• Specialist knowledge acquired through postgraduate diploma level qualification or equivalent training/experience.
• Independent Prescribing qualification desirable; applicants working towards the qualification may also be considered.

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.
• A member of, or working towards, Faculty membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.
• Completed, or working towards completion of, the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (or equivalent, e.g. MOCH / Pharmacists in GP Practice).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Jurassic Coast Primary Care Network

Address

West Allington

Bridport

Dorset

DT6 5BN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Our Emergency Department

The department is a 24/7 unit dealing with unselected patients of all ages. Patients referred from General Practitioners to Surgical and Medical specialties are seen and assessed by the relevant doctors in the Emergency Assessment Unit or ED.

Our department includes: A majors and resuscitation area A Rapid Assessment and Treatment (RAT) zone A dedicated additional majors unit with single cubicles for managing infectious patients A paediatric emergency area A minor injuries and illnesses unitWe are committed to meeting national performance standards and continually strive to enhance the care and experience of every patient who walks through our doors.

The children requiring emergency care in the West Suffolk area are lucky to have a dedicated 24/7 children's area within the main emergency department. This area is mainly self-contained and has its own triage room, 6 trolley spaces (split into 2 bays) and its own waiting area, which is situated near to the ED x-ray and allows Children to been seen and treated with minimal contact with adult patients. The area also has its own dedicated facilities such as toilets, a kitchen area, sluice, drug prep area, and triage room.

Currently we have 3 consultant paediatricians working clinical PAs in ED to help support with the clinical education of the junior doctors and the treatment of patients. We currently have funding for three paediatric nurses per shift and are actively recruiting to fill some vacancies, as recently some staff nurses have progressed to more senior posts and to become trainee ENPs.

The paediatric nursing team includes a band 7 lead, band 6 nurses and experienced band 5 nurses, all of whom have extensive clinical experience in the assessment and treatment of children who require emergency care. The paediatric nurses are all EPALS provider trained, and the team also have one EPALS and one PILS instructor among them who work with the resuscitation team to deliver training across the trust.

Please See Full Job Description attached for details

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBChB or MBBS or equivalent
• FRCEM or equivalent
• ALS or equivalent certification
• ATLS or equivalent certification
• APLS or equivalent certification
• Entry on GMC Specialist Register and hold a licence to practise or be eligible for entry on the Register (within six months of completion of Certificate of Completion of Training) at time of interview.

Desirable

• Instructor status in life support course

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough training in Emergency Medicine
• Able to offer expert clinical opinion on all aspects within EM. Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision.

Desirable

• Substantive work in UK Emergency Medicine
• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in relevant specialty

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues which could be demonstrated by one of the following that applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English. ? PLAB1 ? PLAB2 If applicants believe that they have adequate communication skills, but do not fit into one of the examples they need to provide evidence.
• Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of "Good Medical Practice" from the GMC and meets its requirements
• Ability to work as an effective part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to build good working relations with peers & staff
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Technical Skills

Essential

• Able to organise and prioritise workload
• An understanding of accountability for patient care

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate personal continuing development
• Participation in QIP
• Understanding of patient safety and risk management

Desirable

• Evidence of implementing relevant evidence-based medicine
• Experience of guideline appraisal

Research

Essential

• Interest in research and commitment to support research or skills in critical appraisal.

Desirable

• Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal
• Experience of literature appraisal

Management Ability

Essential

• Demonstrable leadership qualities
• IT literacy
• Ability to share departmental management duties
• Time management skills

Desirable

• Evidence of management experience or training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for undertaking a wide range of reception duties and the provision of general support to the multidisciplinary team. Duties can include but are not limited to, greeting and directing patients, effective use of the appointment system, booking appointments, processing of information and assisting patients as required. To act as the central point of contact for patients, the distribution of information, messages and enquiries for the clinical team, liaising with multidisciplinary team members and external agencies such as secondary care and community service providers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
• EMIS user skills
• Experience of working with the general public
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills Problem solving & 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

Desirable

• Experience of administrative duties
• Experience of working in a health care setting
• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check

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

Grove Road Surgery

Address

71-73 Grove Road

Wallasey

Wirral

Merseyside

CH45 3HF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Has experience in a healthcare or care-related role (desirable but not essential)
• Is organised, reliable, and able to work independently
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is keen to learn and develop new skills
• Shares our commitment to high-quality patient care

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Clinical knowledge and skills
• Good organisational skills, enthusiastic and dynamic member of the clinical team
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Good clinical system IT knowledge
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes
• Venepuncture
• New patient medicals, including height, weight, BP, pulse
• Chaperone procedure
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• Effective time management (planning and organising)
• Knowledge of IT systems including the ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports
• Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
• Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
• Ability to identify risk and assess/manage risk when working with individuals
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Knowledge of and ability to work to key policies and procedures
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure

Desirable

• Broad knowledge of clinical governance
• Understanding of safeguarding adults and children

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

Park Medical Practice

Address

Park Medical Practice

405 Stockport Road

Timperley

Altrincham

Cheshire

WA15 7XR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for more information regarding this role as well as role requirements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Registered, not subject to suspension Qualified General Practitioner Currently on a CCG performers list Clear enhanced DBS check UK work permit (if required)

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD Bonus: DFSRFH & competence in coil and implant insertion Joint injections Work as a GPWSI Minor surgery skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in UK General Practice

Desirable

• Experience or interest in becoming an educational or clinical supervisor of GP registrars Teaching medical students
• Experience of/interest in mental health Delivery of clinical audit QOF management

Knowledge

Essential

• QOF & Enhanced Services

Desirable

• The challenges facing the NHS

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

Nottingham City General Practice Alliance

Address

Grange Farm Medical Centre

17a Tremayne Road, Bilborough

Nottingham

NG8 4HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

General Maintenance

• Carry out general maintenance and repair work throughout the practice.
• Perform minor plumbing, electrical and carpentry tasks.
• Repair locks, replace light bulbs and fittings, and undertake basic decorating and painting.
• Fill minor cracks and maintain interior surfaces.
• Identify and resolve minor leaks where possible.
• Maintain building fabric and fixtures to a safe and operational standard.
• Clean drains and ensure waste systems are functioning correctly.

Preventative Maintenance & Inspections

• Conduct regular site inspections to identify areas requiring repair or additional maintenance.
• Monitor the premises and report any structural issues or safety concerns the line manager or Practice Manager.
• Follow a maintenance schedule and ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Carry out preventative maintenance to minimise disruptions to service.
• Inspect areas such as the boiler room and report any structural concerns.

Cleaning Duties

• Carry out cleaning tasks throughout the day to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Undertake deep cleaning of the building fabric where required.
• Support infection control standards across the practice.
• Dispose of waste appropriately and maintain hygiene standards.

Grounds Maintenance

• Maintain the practice garden and external areas.
• Carry out basic gardening tasks including tidying grounds and pathways.
• Ensure entrances, car parks and external areas remain safe and presentable.
• Service equipment such as the salt spreader during autumn/winter periods.

External Contractors

• Liaise with and assist external contractors and service providers.
• Coordinate and monitor work undertaken by external vendors.
• Ensure contractors comply with site safety requirements.

Business Continuity Support

• Assist the practice in maintaining readiness for emergencies such as flooding, power outages and severe weather
• Support business continuity planning as required.

Additional Duties

• Transporting items to local recycling centres as and when required.
• Assisting with the collection of equipment and supplies from suppliers (for example, furniture or other practice equipment).
• Moving equipment, PPE, and other materials between network practice locations as required.

Confidentiality

In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & Safety

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.
• Reporting potential risks identified.

Equality and Diversity

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

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

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:

• Completing all mandatory training on eLearning/Bluestream, ensuring that it is always up to date.
• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.

Quality

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

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

Communication

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

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

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• A range of general handyperson skills including DIY, minor plumbing, carpentry and basic electrical work.
• Experience carrying out building maintenance or caretaking duties.
• Ability to identify maintenance issues and undertake minor repairs.
• Good organisational skills and ability to follow maintenance schedules.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in general building maintenance, including basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry and repair work.
• Practical skills in decorating, painting, minor repairs, and maintaining building fabric.
• Ability to carry out routine inspections, identify faults early, and report safety or structural concerns.
• Knowledge of health & safety standards, including safe use of tools, equipment, and working practices.
• Understanding of infectioncontrol and hygiene standards in a workplace environment.
• Ability to perform cleaning duties to a high standard, including deep cleaning when required.
• Grounds maintenance skills such as gardening, tidying pathways, and maintaining external areas.
• Confidence working with external contractors and monitoring their work on site.
• Problemsolving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good communication skills for reporting issues and liaising with managers and contractors.
• Physical fitness to carry out manual tasks, lifting, and outdoor work in all seasons.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a proactive approach to maintaining a safe, functional environment.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Friendly, approachable and helpful attitude.
• Good customer service skills when interacting with staff, patients and visitors.
• Flexible and willing to undertake a wide range of tasks.
• Reliable and proactive approach to work.
• Ability to liaise effectively with staff and external service providers.
• Able to communicate maintenance issues clearly to management.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• NVQ Level 12 in Facilities Services, Building Maintenance, or Construction

Desirable

• BTEC Level 2 in Construction or Property Maintenance
• Training in COSHH, manual handling, or workplace health & safety.
• Experience in a healthcare, commercial, or publicfacing environment.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures and business continuity support (e.g., flooding, power outages).
• Experience using maintenance schedules, logs, or facilities management systems.

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

Mount Pleasant Health Centre

Address

Mount Pleasant Health Centre

Mount Pleasant Road

Exeter

EX4 7BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

To assist the Clinical team in the service and delivery of the care management of the practice population.

• Check patients identification against GP records and confirm details with the patient.
• New Patient Medicals and NHS Health Checks
• Take physiological measurements from patients including blood pressure, pulse rate and rhythm, temperature, height, weight (body mass index), urinalysis.
• Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient interventions.
• Clearing and restocking of consulting/treatment rooms, including timely order of stock items under your control.
• Fridges Record fridge temperatures daily, ensure data loggers checked weekly
• vaccine rotation monthly and keep accurate records of stock available.
• Assist in raising awareness of health and well-being by participating in patient health promotion and screening initiatives.
• Give accurate and appropriate information to patients within own competence.
• Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of the clinical team.
• Notify the GP Principle of any significant patient issues including safeguarding.
• Ensure full and accurate recording in the patients computerised records.
• Carry out administrative tasks for example, but not limited to, call and recall activities and stock takes as directed by senior members of the practice team.
• Chaperoning
• Phlebotomy
• Assist with Minor Surgery procedures
• Administer B12 injections, flu and pneumonia vaccinations, shingles vaccinations under Patient Specific Directions and maintaining cold chain policy with accurate monitoring and recording.
• Undertake peak-flow measurement, spirometry, suture and clip removal, change dressings and carry out other tasks for which you have received appropriate training.
• Undertake specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Good understanding of confidentiality, information governance and the importance of maintaining patient dignity and privacy.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control and safe working practices.
• Awareness of the importance of accurate clinical documentation and record keeping.

Desirable

• Understanding of the role of the HCA within general practice and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Awareness of safeguarding, health and safety and consent within a healthcare environment.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team while also working independently within own level of competence.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritise a varied workload.
• Basic IT skills and confidence using electronic systems.
• Evidence of appropriate clinical training and competency relevant to the duties of the post.
• Ability to recognise when a patient's condition or clinical observations may require escalation to an appropriate clinician.
• Willingness to maintain and develop clinical competencies in line with practice requirements.

Desirable

• Ability to use clinical equipment confidently and accurately.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Caring, compassionate and approachable manner.
• Reliable, punctual, professional and committed to providing high-quality patient care.
• Ability to remain calm and professional when working in a busy environment.
• Willingness to learn, develop and undertake further training.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• Willingness and ability to travel between GAB Healthcare sites and other locations as required by the role.

Desirable

• Enthusiasm for developing a career within primary care.
• Positive attitude towards change, service improvement and new ways of working.

Qualifications

Essential

• Care Certificate must have been successfully completed and be able to provide evidence of completion.
• Relevant Level 2 healthcare/clinical qualification or equivalent experience in a healthcare setting.
• Recognised phlebotomy/venepuncture training.
• Recognised ECG training.
• Vaccination and Immunisation training.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) qualification.

Desirable

• Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, Clinical Healthcare Support or equivalent.
• INR Star training
• NHS Health check training