Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description:

The post holder is a pharmacist, who acts within their professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists in general practice. In this role they will be supported by a senior clinical pharmacist who will develop, manage and mentor them.

The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient-facing role. The post holder will take responsibility for areas of chronic disease management within the practice and undertake clinical medication reviews to proactively manage patients with complex polypharmacy.

The post holder will provide primary support to general practice staff with regards to prescription and medication queries. They will help support the repeat prescription system, deal with acute prescription requests, and medicines reconciliation on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing, providing expertise in clinical medicines advice while addressing both public and social care needs of patient in the GP practice (s).

The post holder will provide clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement and manage some aspects of the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services.

The post holder will ensure that the practice integrates with community and hospital pharmacy to help utilise skill mix, improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage workload. The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver excellent service within general practice.

The post holder will be supported to develop their role to become a non- medical prescriber and utilise this role once it has been achieved.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential criteria
• Essential Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent. Registered with GPhC. Specialist knowledge through a Postgraduate Diploma & Qualification. Evidence of recent CPD. Independent Prescriber status or a commitment to undertake the course. Must hold a UK drivers licence and have access to a car. At least 2 years post registration experience in a hospital, community or general practice setting. Experience of working with clinicians and multidisciplinary/multi-agency work. Experience in undertaking clinical audit.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Edgworth Medical Practice Ltd

Address

Turton PCN

354 Bolton Road

Edgworth

Bolton

BL7 0DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Willerby & Swanland Surgery provides primary care services to approximately 11,000 patients across our local community.

We have a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team and are committed to providing high-quality patient care while maintaining a positive and supportive working environment for our staff.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced administrator or secretary looking to develop their career within general practice.

We welcome applications from candidates with previous NHS or primary care experience, but we are equally interested in applicants with strong transferable administrative and secretarial skills who are enthusiastic about developing within the role.

Full training and support will be provided as appropriate.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Friendly, approachable and professional
• Reliable and flexible
• Calm and organised when working under pressure
• Able to use initiative and problem solve
• Willing to learn and adapt to changes
• Positive approach to teamwork
• Commitment to providing a high standard of service to patients and colleagues

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in an administrative or secretarial role.
• Experience of managing a varied workload and working to deadlines.
• Experience of dealing with confidential and sensitive information.

Desirable

• Previous experience within a GP practice, NHS or healthcare environment.
• Previous medical secretarial experience.
• Experience of processing referrals.
• Experience of NHS e-Referral Service (e-RS)
• Experience of SystmOne.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills with good attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Confident and professional telephone manner
• Good level of accuracy when processing information
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
• Ability to communicate appropriately with patients, clinicians and external organisations

Desirable

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Understanding of primary care and NHS services
• Knowledge of referral pathways and processes

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education, including English
• Good IT skills and confidence using computer-based systems

Desirable

• Relevant administrative or secretarial qualification
• Medical terminology qualification 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Willerby & Swanland Surgery

Address

Willand Primary Care Centre

Lowfield Road

Anlaby

East Yorkshire

HU10 7JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registration

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

Redwell Medical Centre

Address

1 Turner Road

Wellingborough

Northamptonshire

NN8 4UT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

The post holder will be responsible to the GP Partnership.

DESCRIPTION OF ROLE

To provide General Medical Services, at both sites of Betts Avenue Medical Centre, for registered and temporary patients.

CONTEXT OF POST

The post holder will work closely together with the practice team to provide high quality primary care services to the practice population as required by the surgery in line with approved protocols and evidence based medical practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES SPECIFIC TO THIS POST

To manage a caseload, dealing with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting whilst at all times ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

To undertake all duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical:

• Provide a full range of medical services as defined in the core GMS contract and additional and enhanced services where appropriate.

• Undertake a variety of duties (as agreed) including surgery consultations and Care Home ward, telephone consultations and queries, eConsults, house calls, acute and repeat prescriptions and relevant queries, clinical admin work. Participate in the on-call Rota (one day per week.)

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

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

• Screen patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.

• Develop care plans for health, in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols.

• Provide counselling and health education.

• Refer patients to other care providers as appropriate.

• Record clear and contemporaneous consultation notes according to GMC standards.

• Collect data for audit purposes.

• Compile and issue computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible).

• Prescribe in accordance with the locally agreed prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate.

• Ensure accurate and timely input of patient data onto the clinical system.

• Undertake all duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care including supervision of less experienced members of the team, nurses and other healthcare professionals.

• On call duties: The on-call GP cover both sites from 08:30 am to 18 pm and does not have any pre-booked surgeries. They will have a number of dedicated urgent/same day slots to use after Triage in other Clinicians' surgeries, including those of nurses and the ACP. The on-call GP is the first point of contact for all urgent queries and requests on the day. They triage and allocate all lunchtime house calls to all available practitioners (including themselves) and are responsible for Triage of any late house call requests that arrive after 12 noon (if they decide that patient needs a late visit, they can either refer to Urgent Response team or complete the visit themselves.)The on-call GP also needs to be able to move across the 2 sites if needed, for example if a nurse is working on their own without supervision on the branch surgery or another GP has become unwell. They also need to be prepared to offer patients an urgent F2F appointment with themselves if there is no other available slot in anyone else's surgery.

Managerial/Administration:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice Policies/Protocols, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety, infection control.
• Application of practice policies, standards and guidance and discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work.
• Commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice.
• Contribute to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation.
• Contribute to the development of computer-based patient records.
• Contribute to the summarising of patient records and read-coding patient data.
• Attend training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.

Quality:

• At all times strive to maintain quality within the practice.
• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.
• Work effectively with individuals from other agencies to meet patients' needs (safeguarding, palliative care, social services, health visitors.)
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
• Work within own limitations and asl for advice and help where appropriate.

Confidentiality:

• All patients have the right to expect that all practice staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately at all times.
• In the performance of duties, 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.

Communication:

• The post-holder must strive to communicate effectively with other team members, patients, carers and recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.
• The post-holder must strive to attend practice clinical practice meetings whenever possible, respond promptly to practice notifications and emails that contain relevant and important updates, and contribute to clinical discussions.

Additional Responsibilities

Health & Safety:

The post-holder will promote and maintain their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy including, but not limited to,

• Use of personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertake such activities in a way that manages those risks.
• Minimising the risk of infection to yourself, colleagues and patients, and in so doing, you must:
• Be familiar with and adhere to practice policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
• Attend statutory education programmes in infection prevention and control.
• Include infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development.
• Take personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care acquired infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently by you and your colleagues.
• Report potential risks identified.

Equality and Diversity:

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

• At all times act 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.
• At all times respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
• Behave in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgemental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/professional development:

• 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.

Contribution to the implementation of services:

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance.
• Be familiar with QoF, LES and DES and use appropriate/approved clinical systems and templates to record patient consultations. The practice uses SystmOne and expects all staff to regularly use AnalyzeRx in order to accurately code clinical data and respond to safety and quality alerts.
• Not use in their consultations any AI systems that have not been approved and agreed by the local ICB, LMC and the practice.
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work.
• Participate in audit and contribute to QIAs.
• Report and produce significant event analyses.
• Participate in clinical team meetings within or outside the practice.
• Develop a lead role and further responsibilities as they become more confident in their role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of GP clinical IT system SystmOne, Arden's, AnalyzeRx and AccuRx.

Professional Attitude

Essential

• Ability to manage a varied primary care caseload and respond in a flexible way and competent manner to fluctuations in workload.
• Self-motivated and hardworking with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Empathetic, honest, caring and respectful.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team but also be confident in their role.
• Enthusiastic, innovative and motivated.
• Open and reflective.

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised qualifications for GP vocational training: MRCGP or equivalent
• On the GMC GP register with a certificate of completion of training (CCT)
• GMC Full Registration with a License to Practice
• Membership and appropriate cover of a recognised Defence Union
• Inclusion on a Performers' List
• Evidence of being up-to-date with Mandatory Training.
• Regular appraisal and revalidation in accordance with the Good Medical Practice Framework

Desirable

• Evidence of Clinical interests or specialist skills including Lead roles (Care Homes ward rounds, Palliative and EoL care in the community, involvement in Medical Education, GP training or F2 doctors training, Family Planning skills or other)

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Evidence of professional vision and personal flexibility to be part of a developmental service which will seek to provide new services and ways of working

Desirable

• Car driver with full UK driving licence.

Knowledge and Understanding

Essential

• A good understanding of Clinical Governance and Quality issues
• Up to date knowledge of national and local initiative, guidance and regulations

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

Betts Avenue Medical Centre

Address

2 Betts Avenue

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE15 6TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

Clinical responsibilities

In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including F2F & Tel consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion

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

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

Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness

Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols

Providing counselling and health education

Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate

Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards

Collecting data for audit purposes

Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible)

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

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

Other responsibilities within the practice:

Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety

A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice

Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the practice

Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records

Contributing to the summarising of patient records and read-coding patient data

Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.

Confidentiality:

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

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

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

Health & safety:

The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management of their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to):

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines

Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines

Providing advice on the correct and safe management of the specimens process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and clean containers, storage and transport arrangements

Correct personal use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensuring correct use of PPE by others, advising on appropriate circumstances for use by clinicians, staff and patients.

Management of the full range of infection control procedures in both routine and extraordinary circumstances (e.g. pandemic or individual infectious circumstances)

Hand hygiene standards for self and others

Managing directly all incidents of accidental exposure

Management and advice relating to infection control and clinically based patient care protocols, and implementation of those protocols across the practice

Active observation of current working practices across the practice in relation to infection control, cleanliness and related activities, ensuring that procedures are followed and weaknesses/training needs are identified, escalating issues as appropriate to the responsible person

Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across clinical and patient process

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others across the full range of infection control and patient processes

Monitoring practice facilities and equipment in relation to infection control, ensuring that proper use is made of hand-cleansing facilities, wipes etc., and that these are sufficient to ensure a good clinical working environment. Lack of facilities to be escalated as appropriate to the responsible manager

Safe management of sharps use, storage and disposal

Maintenance of own clean working environment

Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management

Actively identifying, reporting, and correcting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised

Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards/risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with responsible managers

Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum twice annually)

Correct waste and instrument management, including handling, segregation, and container use

Maintenance of sterile environments

Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Equality and diversity:

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

Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation

Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues

Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * Be qualified as a General Practitioner
• * DBS clearance.
• * A medical practitioner whose name is included in the General Practitioner register and not subject to a suspension.
• * Currently on the performers list and not suspended from that list of the medical register.
• * Have had an annual NHS appraisal.
• * Good time management skills, punctual and able to manage and prioritise workload.

Desirable

• * Evidence of further postgraduate educational activities in relevant fields.
• * A good understanding of GMS contract requirements and operations of QOF and enhanced services.
• * Familiar with EmisWeb.
• * Ability to contribute effectively to team meetings
• * Experience and interest in medical education within a primary care
• Setting, preferably a qualified trainer or willing to become a GP trainer

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

Lower Gornal Medical Practice

Address

Bull Street

Lower Gornal

Dudley

DY3 2NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To work with individuals, families, schools and the community.
• To work in multi-agency partnerships, for example, Social care and other agencies.
• The wider SCPHN 0-19 team and Livewell Southwest, e.g. Public Health, Children and Families, Performance Management.
• The Primary Health Care Team.
• University Hospitals Plymouth departments, e.g. Paediatric Department; Neonatal Outreach, Emergency Department, Safeguarding Children's Office.
• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services.
• Midwifery
• Education departments, e.g. Plymouth University and Professional Training & Development Department
• Schools, Nurseries and Children Centres.

Professional Duties & Responsibilities:

• To practice the principles of Community Public Health Nursing as reflected in the wider definition described in the NMC competencies.
• Search for Health needs including surveillance and assessment.
• Stimulation of awareness of health needs including strategic leadership, promoting and protecting health.
• Influence on policies affecting health including developing quality and risk management, policy and strategic development.
• Facilitation of health enhancing activities including developing services and programs working with and for communities and Schools.

• There are frequent requirements for concentration and the work pattern is unpredictable.
• Occasionally within the course of employment attendance to court may be required to give evidence.
• There is constant change management/process affecting community service delivery.
• There is exposure to highly distressing or highly emotional situations, some potentially dangerous situations in the community, e.g. Drug & Alcohol Misuse, Violence and clients displaying mental health symptoms.
• Specialist Community Public Health Nurses deal with highly emotionally charged clients to safeguard children. The frequency of exposure is variable.
• Specialist Community Public Health Nurses are expected to be flexible and adaptable working in different bases to cover colleagues and service provision during sickness and study leave and utilising the resources available to them.
• They are easily accessible to the public, receive and cope with frequent interruptions throughout the day.
• During visits they may be required to work in unpleasant home environments, e.g. dirty, excrement, aggression.
• Likelihood of movement of base due to changing practice.
• To have specialist knowledge across the range of work procedures and practice underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practical experience.
• To encourage the uptake of immunisations.
• To act as an advocate for clients, liaising with agencies within and outside the health service.
• To participate in and initiate multi-agency, activities and meetings as required.
• To work in partnership with children, young people and families to identify health needs that promotes and supports a healthy lifestyle. To take appropriate action in response to any deviation from the normal which may include referral to team members or other agencies?
• To identify children in need and respond in line with national and local requirements.

• To be the lead practitioner for families here there are identified child welfare concerns.
• To be responsible for managing, organising and promoting the needs of the caseload and neighbourhood public health.
• To take an innovative approach to practice in response to a changing service.
• To actively participate in Clinical and Professional Governance, team meetings by regular attendance, contributing to the content and agenda and provide evidence of participation.
• To be actively involved in the delivery of the NHS Public Health agenda as identified in the citywide Public Health Development Plan.
• To actively seek and promote client participation in planning delivery and evaluation of services.
• To be responsible for seeking to influence policy and strategic planning affecting service delivery.
• To take a leadership role as service delivery requires, e.g. specialist interest group, working parties.
• To ensure that equipment used during delivery of a School Nursing service is maintained appropriately.
• To participate in regular Clinical Supervision, Line Management, Appraisals and Caseload Supervision, as per Policies.
• To participate in the recruitment and selection process of prospective employees, e.g. SCPHN, Student SCPHN, Skill mix team members.
• To be a Line Manager to Band 2, 3, 4 and 5 as identified by the Team Manager
• To provide staff with appraisals as per Livewell Southwest Policy.
• To be responsible for management of annual leave, study leave and sick leave of staff.
• To manage disciplinary issues and complaints following Livewell Southwest Protocols and procedures.
• To supervise and facilitate student placements as required.
• To contribute to Livewell Southwest requirements for data collection and sharing of information.
• To access annual appraisals, identify training needs and develop a continuing professional development plan.
• To facilitate and provide practice based teaching and training to colleagues and identify opportunities for knowledge sharing within other organisations.
• To have a professional responsibility to ensure that staff access the training as identified in their appraisal.
• To provide mentorship/ preceptorship to newly qualified or appointed staff.
• To utilize the framework of Clinical Governance to learn from critical incidents and apply to practice.
• To ensure that skills in audit and research are maintained.
• To assist in Livewell Southwest research and audit, as required.
• To maintain a personal professional portfolio of continuing professional development as required by the NMC.
• Responsible for participating in audit and data entry thus demonstrating contribution to Livewell Southwest targets.
• To work within the clinical effectiveness framework using available evidence, research and audit to plan, implement and evaluate care.
• To attend in service training required by the needs of the service and organisation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Specialist Community Public Health Nurse Certificate, Diploma or Degree.
• NMC Registration.
• Relevant post registration course.

Desirable

• Registered Nurse Prescriber with current NMC registration.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children, young people and families.
• Working with complex families.
• Demonstrate experience of working with child protection concerns.
• Able to work effectively in a multi agency arena.

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate knowledge current health issues relating to children and families.
• Demonstrate knowledge in:
• Children Act,
• Healthy Child Programme.
• Framework for Assessment.
• Child Protection.
• Evidence of research based practice.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• To have understanding of current Government Policies affecting living, culture/racism/disability.
• Knowledge of requirements of those children and families with complex needs.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Self-manage time.
• Reliable, empathetic, approachable, understanding, non-judgmental and tolerant.
• Adaptable.
• Diplomatic and flexible.
• Team Player.
• Leadership.

Desirable

• Able to lead and line manage a team of skill mix in delivering a service.

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

Livewell South West

Mount Gould Road

Plymouth

PL4 7QD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the job role please see the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• NVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care.
• Registered with the NMC and have the Associate Nurse qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Demonstration of experience of working with people with complex health needs, in a health or social care setting.
• In depth knowledge of health of primary care, mental health and addiction support and an ability to work across these areas.
• Experience of work in a multi disciplinary team setting.
• Knowledge of nursing procedures and practices gained through NVQ 4 or equivalent and Associate Nurse qualification.
• Understanding and application of confidentiality.

Desirable

• Previous experience of using or accessing mental health services or caring for someone who has accessed services.
• Knowledge or experience of working within a GP Practice environment
• Previous experience of working with people accessing Substance Misuse services or able to demonstrate an understanding of clinical pathways for substance misuse
• Experience of supervising others.

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

Spectrum Community Health CIC

Address

Tieve Tara Medical Centre

Tieve Tara Medical Centre, Park Dale

Castleford

WF10 2QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://spectrum-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Process Prescription Requests: Accurately prepare and issue repeat prescriptions as per doctors instructions, ensuring all information is correct and up to date via EMIS.

Patient Record Management: Update and maintain patient medication records, ensuring all prescriptions are logged and monitored for accuracy and compliance.

Prescription Reviews: Assist with the review of repeat prescriptions, checking for discrepancies, expired medications, or potential interactions.

Monitor Prescription Stock Levels: Assist in managing inventory of prescription medications, ensuring timely reordering of stock and proper storage.

Handle Prescription Inquiries: Respond to phone calls or emails from patients, pharmacies, and healthcare professionals regarding prescription issues or requests.

Ensure Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Follow guidelines and regulations regarding the dispensing of medications, ensuring prescriptions are processed in accordance with medical, legal, and ethical standards.

Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient information and prescription details in compliance with data protection laws.

General Administrative Support: Assist with other administrative tasks such as organising prescription-related paperwork and updating records in the practices management system.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good knowledge and use of the English language
• Excellent grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Good standard of education
• Computer literacy skills

Experience

Essential

• Significant administrative experience
• Experience of working within a framework of confidentiality
• Experience of dealing with a range of difficult or challenging situations both on the telephone and in person
• Effective communication (verbal and written) in order to communicate with all levels of the organisation
• Able to handle sensitive information with utmost discretion.
• Good interpersonal skills in order to liaise effectively with people at all levels.
• Able to work to deadlines and under pressure.
• Able to work on own initiative without close supervision
• Capable of prioritising and organising own workload
• Excellent organisational skills
• Good time management

Desirable

• Experience of working in a NHS environment, ideally in a GP setting

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good computer literacy skills including knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and EMIS
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to use databases and prepare spreadsheets
• Good problem solving ability
• Good organisational and planning skills
• Ability to work on own initiative, without supervision and to prioritise own workload
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal
• Able to work well in a team
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and have a high standard of personal performance
• Able to work well under pressure
• Friendly, approachable and compassionate
• Flexible and reliable
• Willingness to learn new skills

Desirable

• Willingness to learn existing and new computer software packages
• Knowledge and understanding of the GP setting issues
• Knowledge and understanding of electronic patient referral pathways
• Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
• Good understanding of confidentiality issues
• Full UK Driving Licence holder with access to a vehicle to be used for work purposes

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

Bromley GP Alliance Ltd

Address

Bromleag Care Practice

Beckenham Clinic

14 The Crescent

Beckenham

Kent

BR3 1DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The core responsibilities of the receptionist are as follows. On occasion, there may be a requirement to carry out tasks not listed below, that are within the reasonable scope of the role.

• Maintain and monitor practice appointment system
• Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments
• Answer incoming phone calls, dealing with the callers request appropriately
• Signpost patients to the correct service
• Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies
• Data entry of new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information as requested
• Input data as necessary onto patients healthcare records
• Direct requests for information to relevant team members i.e., SAR, DVLA forms, insurance/solicitors letters
• Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner
• Carry out system searches as requested
• Support all clinical staff with general tasks as required
• Photocopy documentation as required
• Maintain a clean, tidy and effective working area
• Monitor and maintain the reception area and notice boards

In addition to the core responsibilities, the Receptionist may be requested to;

1. Action incoming emails and correspondence as necessary

2. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the rota

3. Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead

4. Support admin team, providing cover during absences

5. Scan patient related documents and attach scanned documents to patients healthcare record

We currently have 2 part time vacancies available allowing us to be flexible for the right candidate.

All hours will be worked between 08:00 and 18:30, Monday to Friday

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent

Experience

Desirable

• Experience in a GP practice
• Experience with SystemOne
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook

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

Market Cross Surgery

Address

Market Cross Surgery

Bourne Road

Corby Glen

Grantham

Lincolnshire

NG33 4BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties

Leadership, Management & Governance

• Provide effective day-to-day leadership and oversight of practice operations across all three sites.
• Lead and coordinate Senior Management Team, Partners, Strategy, Quality, MDT, Nursing, Dispensary and Protected Learning meetings, ensuring actions are followed through.
• Attend relevant PCN, LMC and other external meetings and provide appropriate liaison and representation on behalf of the practice.
• Support the Partners with strategic planning, business development and implementation of agreed priorities.
• Maintain effective staff communication and ensure appropriate information is shared across the practice.

People Management & Workforce

• Lead recruitment, selection and onboarding processes, including pre-employment meetings, DBS checks, contracts and associated paperwork.
• Oversee employment contract changes, appraisals, performance management, absence management, return-to-work processes, exit interviews and staff welfare.
• Authorise annual leave and payroll, ensuring appropriate workforce cover and effective staffing arrangements.
• Maintain the Staff Handbook and oversee mandatory staff training and workforce planning.
• Undertake workforce analysis and support the development of the practice workforce plan.
• Promote a positive, supportive and inclusive working environment.

Quality, Compliance & Patient Experience

• Maintain oversight of CQC compliance and ensure appropriate action is taken in response to regulatory and governance requirements.
• Lead the practice complaints process, compliments, significant events and patient feedback, including the annual KO41b submission.
• Oversee the Data Security and Protection Toolkit, GDPR responsibilities, Subject Access Request support and wider data security requirements.
• Maintain oversight of safeguarding updates, accident reporting, zero tolerance arrangements and other practice policies and procedures.
• Coordinate staff surveys and other activities designed to monitor and improve staff and patient experience.
• Ensure appropriate systems are in place to monitor compliance with NHS and General Practice requirements.

Contractual, Financial & Performance Management

• Maintain oversight of the GMS Contract and associated contractual obligations, including contract variations and commissioning requirements.
• Coordinate practice submissions and performance requirements including CQRS, GPES, QOF, Enhanced Services, IIF, NHDF and QPMS.
• Liaise with the ICB, PCN, NHSE and other commissioning bodies as required.
• Oversee practice insurance arrangements, including premises insurance and Partner/GP indemnity insurance.
• Authorise payroll and support effective financial and resource management within the scope of the role.

Premises, Business Continuity & Operations

• Maintain overall oversight of practice premises and liaison with relevant external providers and stakeholders.
• Ensure effective business continuity arrangements are maintained and regularly reviewed.
• Provide oversight of operational issues across all three sites, ensuring appropriate escalation and resolution.
• Work with relevant managers and external partners to support safe, effective and efficient practice operations.

Digital, IT & Service Development

• Lead and coordinate the practice's digital, IT and AI improvement plan, working with relevant colleagues and external providers.
• Support the implementation and embedding of new systems, technology and ways of working.
• Provide leadership for major service developments, including Care Navigation and Total Triage.
• Support the practice's ongoing development and innovation in response to changes in primary care.

Clinical Governance & Service Development

• Support the clinical leadership team in maintaining effective governance arrangements.
• Oversee relevant practice-wide initiatives including PGDs/PSDs, flu vaccination campaigns, research activity and significant events.
• Support the delivery of enhanced services, neighbourhood health initiatives and other commissioned programmes.
• Liaise with Lead Employer and other external organisations where required.

Additional Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact for the Friends of Mortimer and other community stakeholders where appropriate.
• Ensure NHS Digital and other statutory information requirements are met.
• Maintain awareness of developments in primary care and ensure the practice responds appropriately to changes in national and local requirements.
• Undertake other duties commensurate with the role and level of responsibility, as required by the GP Partners or Managing Partner.

The Practice Manager will work collaboratively with the wider management team, with responsibility for specific areas delegated appropriately to other managers and leads. The postholder will retain overall operational oversight, ensuring that delegated responsibilities are effectively managed, risks are identified and escalated appropriately, and the practice operates as a coordinated and cohesive organisation.

Place of Work:

We aim for the main location of work to be at Kingsland Surgery, but there will be requirements to travel to both Orleton Surgery and Leominster Surgery as required by the needs of the business.

Notes

This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. This is a role which requires flexibility and adaptability, and it is expected that you will participate in a wide range of activities which are appropriate to your position, level of expertise and employment grade.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications, so early application is encouraged.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in a management role within primary care or a comparable healthcare environment.
• Experience of financial management within a business
• Experience of managing and supporting staff, including recruitment, performance, absence and wellbeing
• Experience of working with GMS/primary care contractual requirements and NHS regulatory expectations
• Experience of managing competing priorities within a busy organisation.
• Experience of managing multi-disciplinary teams and working collaboratively with clinicians and other professional groups.
• Experience of successfully developing and implementing projects, identifying problems, implementing solutions and driving improvement

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Practice Manager or Deputy/Assistant Practice Manager with substantial management responsibility
• Experience of managing a multi-site practice or organisation
• Experience of working within a rural or dispensing GP practice
• Experience of CQC preparation and compliance
• Experience of PCN, ICB and wider primary care relationships
• Experience of supporting financial accounting

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant management, business, administration or healthcare qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to practice management.

Desirable

• AMSPAR qualification or equivalent Practice Management qualification
• Relevant leadership or management qualification
• Training or qualification in employment/HR, finance, governance or health and safety

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including presenting information to a range of audiences.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, support and develop teams, enhance morale and maintain a positive working environment
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, delegate effectively and meet tight deadlines within a fast-paced environment
• Effective problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to identify issues, assess risks and develop practical solutions.
• Ability to negotiate and identify opportunities to improve and enhance service delivery.
• Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships and networks, both within the practice and with external organisations and stakeholders.
• Ability to develop, implement and embed policies, procedures and improvements effectively.
• Strong general IT skills and confidence in using a range of digital systems and technologies.

Desirable

• Experience and confidence in using EMIS Web.
• Experience using Docman 10.
• Experience of using NHS primary care reporting and performance systems

Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Flexible
• Proven organisational skills
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Ability to work well in a team and also on own initiative
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
• Excellent Interpersonal skills
• Trustworthy, with a high level of integrity
• Understand the importance of patient confidentiality
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Clean Driving Licence to carry out home visits
• Attention to detail

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

Mortimer Medical Practice

Address

Kingsland

Leominster

Herefordshire

HR6 9QL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support the safe, efficient, and timely delivery of medications across Penrose Health services. Working closely with pharmacists and the wider multi-disciplinary team (MDT), you will manage prescription workflows, monitor medication safety, and contribute to cost-effective prescribing. This role is essential in ensuring patients receive the right medication at the right time, while maintaining compliance with clinical and organisational standards.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of medication workflows and prescription processes
• Awareness of safe medication monitoring (bloods, drug levels)
• Familiarity with medicines optimisation principles

Desirable

• Knowledge of primary care systems and processes
• Understanding of cost-effective prescribing strategies

Skills

Essential

• Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage high-volume prescription requests
• Organisational and time-management skills

Desirable

• Experience using EMIS and Microsoft-based programmes
• Audit and data analysis skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Pharmacy Dispenser qualification OR minimum 2-year experience in community pharmacy
• Minimum GCSE-level education (or equivalent)
• Experience of working in GP or Community pharmacy
• GPhC registration (for Pharmacy Technicians)

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

Penrose Health

Address

Kingfisher Medical Centre

3 Staunton St

London

London

SE8 5DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Extended Access Practice Nurse & Clinical Lead is responsible for delivering high-quality, safe, and effective nursing care across the Black Country GP Hub, serving the populations of Citrus Health PCN and Newcomen PCN. The post holder will combine direct patient care responsibilities with clinical leadership duties, supporting the delivery of extended access services across evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

As the Clinical Lead Nurse, the post holder will be the first point of contact for Practice Nurses, Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANPs), and Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) working within the Extended Access Service. They will work closely with the Hub Management Team, GP Clinical Leads, and PCN leadership teams to ensure contractual requirements, quality standards, governance arrangements, and patient outcomes are consistently achieved.

The role requires a highly motivated, experienced Primary Care Nurse with strong clinical, leadership, and organisational skills who is passionate about delivering excellent patient care and supporting workforce development.

Clinical Practice

The post holder will:

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care to promote health and wellbeing.
• Deliver evidence-based nursing interventions in line with national and local guidance.
• Manage and review patients with long-term conditions, supporting self-management and personalised care planning.
• Identify patients at risk of developing long-term conditions and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Provide health promotion, screening and preventative care to improve patient outcomes.
• Undertake opportunistic health promotion during patient consultations.
• Deliver cervical cytology screening and women's health services.
• Offer family planning advice and support.
• Assess, manage and treat uncomplicated wounds.
• Deliver childhood and adult immunisation programmes.
• Provide travel health advice and vaccinations where appropriate.
• Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health concerns.
• Provide advice regarding prescribed and over-the-counter medications.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous, and legally compliant clinical records.
• Work within professional competence and NMC standards at all times.

Clinical Leadership

The post holder will:

• Provide visible clinical leadership and professional support to Practice Nurses, ANPs, and HCAs working within the Extended Access Service.
• Act as the first point of escalation for clinical and operational nursing queries.
• Lead by example, promoting high standards of patient-centred care.
• Support workforce planning and service development initiatives.
• Ensure nursing staff work within professional standards, clinical policies and evidence-based practice.
• Promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and shared learning.
• Contribute to service planning and the achievement of contractual performance targets.
• Support recruitment, induction, supervision and retention of nursing staff.
• Facilitate team development and encourage collaborative multidisciplinary working.

Clinical Governance & Quality

The post holder will:

• Ensure all clinical activity is delivered in accordance with NMC standards, NICE guidance, local policies, and national frameworks.
• Maintain awareness of regulatory updates and implement changes where required.
• Review and update clinical protocols and operating procedures.
• Participate in audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Monitor service performance and support action planning where improvements are identified.
• Contribute to the investigation of complaints, incidents, significant events and near misses.
• Undertake root cause analysis and support implementation of learning outcomes.
• Promote patient safety, clinical effectiveness, and continuous quality improvement.
• Support safeguarding processes for children and vulnerable adults.
• Work within organisational policies relating to domestic abuse, substance misuse, and vulnerable groups.

Infection Prevention & Control

The post holder will:

• Ensure compliance with all Infection Prevention and Control policies.
• Identify infection control risks and implement corrective actions where required.
• Promote safe infection prevention practices across all Extended Access clinics.
• Support monitoring and audit of infection prevention standards.

Communication & Patient Engagement

The post holder will:

• Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, carers and colleagues.
• Support patients receiving difficult or sensitive information.
• Adapt communication methods to meet individual needs and overcome barriers.
• Promote patient understanding, shared decision-making and informed consent.
• Act as an advocate for patients where appropriate.
• Develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Workforce Development & Education

The post holder will:

• Support training, mentoring and development of nursing staff, HCAs and students.
• Monitor compliance with mandatory and role-specific training requirements.
• Identify learning needs and facilitate professional development opportunities.
• Share learning and best practice across the service.
• Maintain own professional development and NMC revalidation requirements.
• Support competency assessments where appropriately qualified.

Information Management

The post holder will:

• Utilise clinical systems effectively to support patient care, monitoring and reporting.
• Ensure accurate clinical coding and record management.
• Collate, analyse and present relevant clinical data to support service improvement.
• Maintain compliance with Information Governance and Freedom of Information requirements.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The post holder will:

• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of care delivery.
• Support patients to access services fairly and without discrimination.
• Act as a role model for inclusive practice.
• Respect patients' rights, choices and cultural differences.
• Support compliance with organisational equality and diversity policies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with active NMC registration.
• Significant experience within Primary Care or General Practice Nursing.
• Experience managing patients with long-term conditions.
• Experience undertaking cervical cytology.
• Experience delivering immunisation and vaccination programmes.
• Demonstrable leadership or supervisory experience within a clinical setting.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of clinical governance and quality improvement processes.
• Understanding of safeguarding and patient safety requirements.
• Ability to work flexibly across extended access hours.

Desirable

• Experience leading or managing a small clinical team.
• Mentorship, teaching or assessor qualification.
• Experience working within PCN, Hub, or Extended Access services.
• Experience undertaking clinical audits and quality improvement projects.
• Experience in managing long term conditions.
• Qualifications in diabetes, respiratory disease, travel health, women's health or other long-term condition management.
• Strong interest in service development and clinical governance.

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

Portway Family Practice

Address

Portway Lifestyle Centre

Newbury Lane

Oldbury

West Midlands

B69 1HE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.portwayfamilypractice.co.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

Qualifications

Essential

• Good honours degree in Psychology (2.i or above). Eligibility for Graduate Membership of BPS
• To undertake breakaway training or equivalent following appointment

Desirable

• Advanced keyboard skills
• Other related academic qualifications to Masters or Doctorate level

Knowledge & Expertise

Essential

• The ability to communicate complex / sensitive information where barriers to understanding exist. For example, instances requiring empathy and reassurance
• The ability to make judgements involving a range of facts or situations requiring analysis or comparison of a range of options. Also skills for assessing clients in one-to-one sessions, group dynamics or who are participating in research
• The ability to organise straightforward tasks, activities or programmes, some of which may be ongoing. Also, the ability to plan and prioritises own workload, research programme activities; group sessions, etc
• Working to Professional Guidelines
• Must be capable of working within guidelines; receives regular supervision / direction
• Previous experience of working with clients with Personality Disorder and Complex Trauma
• Must be familiar with MS teams and/or Accru Fleming online platforms

Desirable

• Ability to use routinely available spreadsheet / database software (Excel, Access, etc.)
• Record of having published in either peer reviewed or academic or professional journals and / or books
• Experience of co-facilitating therapy groups.

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable relevant work experience with people who have complex mental health problems / learning disabilities risk patterns and challenging behaviour

Desirable

• Relevant work experience of people with learning disabilities / mental health problems
• Desire to progress to Clinical Training (DClinPsy)

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Delamere Resource Centre

45 Delamere Street

Crewe

CW1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient facing Long-term condition reviews - Take responsibility for the care management of patients with chronic diseases where medicine optimisation is required. E.g., COPD, asthma.

Patient facing clinical medication reviews - Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients and make appropriate recommendations for the clinical team on prescribing and monitoring. Through structured medical reviews the post holder will support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote self-care.

Management of repeat prescribing reauthorisation process by reviewing requests for repeat prescriptions and medicines reaching review dates.

To have a leadership role in supporting further integration of general practice with the wider health care teams (community and hospital pharmacy) to help improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage general practice workload. The role has the potential to significantly improve the quality of care and safety for patients.

Develop relationships and work closely with other pharmacy professionals across PCNs and the wider health and social care system.

Take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols, clinical research with medicines, liaison with specialist pharmacists, community pharmacists and anticoagulation.

Complete medication safety audits- MHRA and local.

Improvement of processes related to prescribing within practices

3) Knowledge, skills and experience required

Completion of an undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Minimum of 1 years experience as a pharmacist.

May hold or be working towards an independent prescribing qualification.

Have experience and an awareness of common acute and long term conditions that are likely to be seen in general practice.

Recognises priorities when problem solving and identifies deviations from normal pattern and is able to refer as appropriate.

Able to follow legal, ethical, professional and organisational policies and procedures and codes of conduct.

Involves patients in decisions about prescribed medicines and supporting adherence as per NICE guidelines.

4) Leadership and management

The post holder is managed and will supervise him/herself by making decisions regarding meeting targets independently, producing reports highlighting performance information.

Demonstrate understanding of the pharmacy role in governance and is able to implement this appropriately within the workplace

Demonstrate understanding of, and contributes to, the workplace vision

Demonstrate ability to improve quality within limitations of service

Review last years progress and develop clear plans to achieve results within priorities set by others

Demonstrate ability to motivate self to achieve goals

Demonstrate understanding of the implications of national priorities for the team and/or service

Demonstrate understanding of the process for effective resource utilisation

Demonstrate understanding of, and conforms to, relevant standards of practice

Demonstrate ability to identify and resolve risk management issues according to policy/protocol

Follow professional and organisational policies/procedures relating to performance management

Demonstrate the ability to extend boundaries of service delivery within the team

5) Education, Training, development and research

Understands and demonstrates the characteristics of a role model to members in the team and/or service

Demonstrates understanding of the mentorship process

Demonstrates ability to conduct teaching and assessment effectively according to a learning plan with supervision from a more experienced colleague

Demonstrates self-development through continuous professional development activity

Participates in the delivery of formal education programmes

Demonstrates an understanding of current educational policies relevant to working areas of practice and keeps up to date with relevant clinical practice

Demonstrates ability to critically evaluate and review literature

Demonstrates ability to identify where there is a gap in the evidence base to support practice

Demonstrates ability to generate evidence suitable for presentation at local level

Demonstrates ability to apply the research evidence base into working practice

Demonstrates understanding of the principles of research governance

Demonstrates ability to work as a member of the research team

6) Confidentiality:

• As per both Government legislation and Practice policies ensure that all confidentiality, data protection and information governance policies and guidelines are followed and strictly adhered to, reporting any infringements to the PCN Clinical Director or Manager.

7) Health & Safety:

• The post-holder will assist Connexus PCN H&S lead in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Connexus PCN Health & Safety Policy and related Risk Assessments.

8) Equality and Diversity:

• The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues in line with Connexus PCN Policies.

9) Professional Development:

• Maintain continued education by attendance of courses and study days as deemed useful or necessary for professional development and Connexus PCN needs.
• Attend annual mandatory courses.

10) IT:

Use of SystmOne.

Commitment to the use of IT, data entry, read coding and targets.

Extraction of data and use of spreadsheets to analyse and present information to determine trends or highlight potential problem, as required by the Connexus PCN.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience as a Clinical Pharmacist involved in direct patient care and medication management. Experience working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage medication therapy including reviews, dispensing, and monitoring of drug interactions.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong clinical pharmacology knowledge, with the ability to apply this practically in patient care settings.
• Proficiency in using Electronic Health Records (EHR) and other pharmaceutical software, essential for effective medication management and patient documentation.
• Regulatory Knowledge:
• Thorough understanding of pharmacy regulatory standards and compliance requirements, including GDPR, medication safety protocols, and clinical governance.
• Communication Skills:
• Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively discussing treatment plans and medication information with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to convey complex medication-related information clearly and succinctly to ensure patient understanding and compliance.

Desirable

• Patient Care Focus:
• Strong focus on patient-centred care, with the ability to assess patient needs, preferences, and individual responses to therapies.
• Empathetic and compassionate approach to patient interactions, ensuring a positive and supportive experience.
• Analytical Skills:
• High level of analytical and problem-solving skills, crucial for evaluating patient information, diagnosing issues, and proposing effective treatment solutions.
• Ability to monitor and evaluate treatment outcomes to ensure efficacy and safety of pharmacotherapy regimens.
• Interpersonal Skills:
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team. Capable of building strong relationships with medical and paramedical staff to enhance collaborative care.
• Proactive in addressing issues and confident in making informed clinical decisions in conjunction with the healthcare team.
• Professional Development:
• Committed to continual professional development through further education, training, and keeping up-to-date with the latest clinical practices and innovations in pharmacotherapy.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Pharmacy, and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• CPPE
• Independent Prescriber or working towards.

Desirable

• Familiar with SystmOne
• Medicines Management Qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Greenwell PCN

Address

71-73 Mansell Road

Greenford

Middlesex

UB6 9EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://greenwellpcn.gpweb.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Practice Nurse works alongside a team within General Practice and within the Central Halifax Primary Care Network (PCN).

Key Responsibilities

The Practice Nurse is to have the following key responsibilities and attributes, in delivering health services:

• Delivery of high quality, compassionate care whilst undertaking specific clinical and care tasks, with a focus on promoting good health and independence.
• To provide high-quality holistic and person-centred care to individuals
• To provide routine care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE Guidelines etc
• Work as part of larger nursing team to support colleagues
• Improve safety and quality of care at every opportunity
• Work with Clinical Lead to take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership, and reflective practice skills within the workplace
• Provide support and supervision to other colleagues within the nursing team; Healthcare Assistants, Phlebotomists, Students etc, and those on learning assignments/placements as required.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient health records ensuring that clinical data is appropriately recorded with SNOMED codes
• To conduct Long Term Condition Reviews- focusing on Diabetes, with additional COPD & Asthma as required
• To provide wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
• Perform and record clinical observations such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse etc.
• Provide vaccinations including- Flu, COVID & child immunisations and other relevant clinical tasks as required by the Practice and PCN in line with the competencies of the role
• Provide other services such as venipuncture, Cervical Screening, NHS Health Checks
• Undertake additional training where required to provide other relevant clinical tasks as required by the Practice and PCN, in line with the competencies of the role.
• Enhance own performance through continuous professional development, imparting own knowledge and behaviours to meet the needs of the service
• Care for individuals with Dementia, Mental Health conditions, and Learning Disabilities
• Advise patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate, including signposting patients to personalised care colleagues and local community and voluntary sector services
• Communicate proactively and effectively with all colleagues across the Practice and PCN, attending and contributing to meetings as required
• Work with your line manager to access regular clinical supervision
• Contribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governance
• Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area
• To assist the nursing team with stock ordering and maintaining rotation of stock to minimise waste

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Practice Nurse may be requested to:

• Be an accountable professional
• Support delivery of QOF, incentive schemes, quality improvement projects, audits and other quality or cost effectiveness initiatives enhancing service delivery and patient care
• Assist with COVID-19 tasks as required
• Undertake any tasks consistent with the level of the post and the scope of the role, ensuring that work is delivered in a timely and effective manner.
• Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility.
• To have a good understanding of practice protocols and policies
• Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes
• To act as a chaperone

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified and registered RGN.
• Membership or willingness to join the RCN.
• Ability to empathise with patients.
• Self motivated.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Calm.
• Happy to communicate at all levels.
• Flexible approach to work content /hours.
• Discreet and diplomatic.
• A good team player.
• Happy to work on own.
• Enjoys attention to detail.
• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Desirable

• Experience of working as a Nurse in a Primary Care Setting.
• Knowledge of the Quality and Outcomes Framework.
• Experience of using systmone clinical system.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Car driver with own car.
• Confident.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Understanding of the scope of the role of the Practice Nurse in context of the nursing and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
• Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice
• Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
• Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
• Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
• Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
• Ability to deal with non- routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
• Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues
• Ability to support, supervise and assess other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
• Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information

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

King Cross Surgery

Address

199 King Cross Road

Halifax

West Yorkshire

HX1 3LW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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