Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Skills and attributes

Essential

• Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
• Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject OR equivalent experience

Desirable

• Physiological measurements training i.e. Blood Pressure monitoring

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working within Primary Care setting

Desirable

• Experience working in secure environment

Communication skills

Essential

• Good communication skills - verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively

Desirable

• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

HMP & YOI Parc

Heol Hopcyn John, Coity

Brdgend

CF356AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of either inpatients or community mental health services

Desirable

• Previous experience in the community setting
• Previous experience of caseload management

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified NMC registrant - RMN

Desirable

• Venepuncture trained
• Therapies qualification
• ECG Trained
• Welsh Skills Desirable (Level 3/B2 or above)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Keir Hardie Health Park

Aberdare Road

Merthyr Tydfil

CF48 1BZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide professional and managerial supervision of junior medical staff.

Follow UpToDate evidence-based practice for patients under their care to deliver safe and robust surgical management: allowing for proper delegation to, and training of staff, to ensure that concise agreed management plans are clearly documented in the medical notes of all patients.

Undertake ward rounds to identify and assess problems, plan management of care, and be actively available during the working week so that medical and nursing staff can communicate and consult freely.

Continuing responsibility for the care of patients under his/her care: allowing for proper delegation to, and training of staff, ensuring that concise agreed management plans are clearly displayed in the notes of patients with complex conditions.

Ensure that an appropriate model of care is adopted which recognises the involvement of the multi-disciplinary team, the holistic needs of the patient and their family.

Ensure that the use of medical and nursing resources within the department are utilised to the maximum potential.

Assist the multi-disciplinary team in the production of referenced, evidence-based guidelines which are dated, signed and reviewed annually or more frequently in light of new evidence.

Work with the rest of the consultant team to provide strong professional leadership within the department and be mentored in the delivery of a high-quality service provided by well-trained staff within clear departmental policies and procedures.

Develop and maintain good communication with clinical colleagues across the Health Board regarding the treatment of their patients and the appropriate use of the departments resources.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBChB/MBBS or equivalent FRCS or equivalent At time of interview, the candidate must be: On the specialist register Or be within 6 months of the anticipated CCT / CESR (CT) date if progress has been satisfactory and it is anticipated that the outcome of the final ARCP will recommend that training will be completed by the time the recommend CCT / CESR (CT) date is reached Or have a primary medical qualification and a recognised specialist qualification from an EEA country or Switzerland which will allow directed entry onto the Specialist Register
• Prior to taking up the post the candidate must be on the Specialist Register

Desirable

• Higher degree or Fellowship

Experience/Training

Essential

• Previous experience in management of general/emergency surgery including laparoscopic management of benign UGI disease.
• Evidence of ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients undergoing Surgery
• JAG accreditation for upper GI endoscopy is essential
• Experience in managing emergency surgery
• Evidence of high level of skill in teaching medical, nursing and other professional colleagues in formal and informal modes
• Evidence of active and constructive involvement in clinical audit or quality improvement and the implementation of actions to be taken on the basis of outcomes

Desirable

• Experience in advanced laparoscopic procedures would be an advantage but not essential
• Evidence of active involvement in risk management
• Evidence of personal involvement in management and administrative roles in health care

Special Knowledge/Expertise

Essential

• Understands evidence-based practice Interest in research & development Encourages ongoing learning & an educative culture, both for self and others
• Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications in peer reviewed journals or thesis

Desirable

• Publication in peer-reviewed journals

Disposition-Adjustment/Attitude/Commitment

Essential

• Good communication and empathy skills with patients and colleagues
• Evidence of willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide an integrated service
• Ability to work as a member of a team, both through communication and sharing workload Ability to cope with stressful situations including clinical crises
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload and co-ordinate staff Ability to lead a team Evidence of a clear understanding of principles and practice of involving patients in all aspects of their care Willingness to work flexibly to deliver clinically effective and cost effective healthcare

Desirable

• Publication in peer-reviewed journals

AUDIT/Quality improvement

Essential

• Proven track record in clinical audit

Desirable

• Evidence of effective quality improvement

Teaching Skills

Essential

• Willing to supervise juniors, spots talent & nurtures it Evidence of teaching experience Able to operate within a teaching/training culture

Desirable

• Educational Supervisor Postgraduate teaching 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy, Pontyclun

Llanstrisant

CF72 8XR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

• Further relevant degree/diploma/teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Skills & Abilities

Essential

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

Desirable

• None

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Princess of Wales Hospital

Coity Road

Bridgend

CF31 1RQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If youre comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information.

To manage own daily highly specialist/expert complex caseload as an autonomous practitioner.

Extensive post-graduate experience, with extensive experience related to early intervention and the principles of community neonatal care.

To act as a highly specialist clinical resource, disseminating expert information to Occupational Therapy colleagues, the general public and other health care professionals in both acute and community paediatric settings.

To undertake triage and highly complex assessments, using advanced levels of clinical reasoning to arrive at a differential diagnosis independently.

To provide direct advice for management and/or deliver intervention if appropriate e.g. performing highly skilled, technical physical techniques; using highly developed physical skills requiring a high degree of precision.

Lead the development of standards and outcome measurement for good practice with patients.

To be responsible for implementing change within own practice and influencing and monitoring standards of Occupational Therapy practice within the team.

Proactively engage with MDT colleagues to progress innovations and improvements in practice and service.

To be responsible for linking with relevant local and tertiary consultant clinics as an expert resource.

To work strategically and operationally with the Paediatric Occupational Therapy Manager in ensuring that clinical policies, procedures and guidelines meet the needs of the Occupational Therapy service.

The post holder will decide and be responsible for the allocation, and safe use, of resources in relation to individual patient care, e.g. physical equipment such as surgical appliances or nasopharyngeal suction, and the delegation of work to junior Occupational Therapy staff and Occupational Therapy HCSWs.

In conjunction with the Professional Lead to be responsible and delegate work to the Administrative Team.

Actively and positively participate in supervision and appraisal.

Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with colleagues of all professions, to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multi-disciplinary service to the patient.

Communicates daily and in collaboration with consultant colleagues, General Practitioners and other AHP colleagues.

Uses a range of communication tools e.g., IT tools, presentation skills for training and teaching purposes.

The post holder will work within close multi/interdisciplinary teams to deliver specialist assessments, interventions and complex care planning.

Provide highly specialist advice regarding patients progress, current evidence-based practice, research and interpretation of clinical assessments / observations.

Communicate highly complex and sensitive information to patients and their families dealing with very sensitive and distressing emotional issues.

Demonstrates highly advanced communication skills using a wide range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools. This will include patients/carers who may have difficulties in understanding or communicating, not have English as their first language, cognitive / perceptual difficulties or other communication impairments. To elicit cooperation and establish an appropriate assessment and intervention plan.

Respecting the dignity and rights of the baby and their family / carers.

Communicates regularly with other Occupational Therapy colleagues and the wider MDT. Carrying out joint sessions and mentoring to ensure own and others clinical practice is appropriate and informed.

Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with colleagues of all professions, to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multi-disciplinary service to the patient.

To establish and maintain excellent communication networks with members of the MDT, statutory organisations, private and voluntary sector as appropriate when planning a patients assessment /intervention programme and discharge. Provide education to patients, carers / family, MDT about the management of health impairment including the Developmental care of Neonates in the community.

Manage their own complex caseload efficiently and effectively, balancing other patient related and professional demands to meet departmental and organisational priorities.

Use highly advanced analytical skills to determine the appropriate course of action for each individual patient, signposting to the appropriate pathway. This may include advice, developing a care package to be delivered by others, referral onwards to other AHP colleagues or direct Occupational Therapy.

On a daily basis, take a major role in the advanced assessment of highly complex presentations of patients referred to the Neonatal Follow-Up service.

Determine patient/carer understanding of multiple treatment proposals and produce plans in conjunction with the patient/carer. This will include the ability to gain valid informed consent and work within a legal framework with patients/carers.

Take a lead role in the education of post-graduate Occupational Therapy colleagues and other professions. Imparting knowledge and skills, guiding further knowledge acquisition and acting as a mentor.

Regularly undertake research/audit within the Paediatric Occupational Therapy service, developing an advanced practice portfolio and implementing best practice in line with National Guidelines.

Use electronic systems to support the delivery of assessments and interventions, and enable the accurate collection, interpretation and analysis of data.

Maintain and store patient records and information in line with Health Board policy and GDPR.

Participate in regular reviews of the service in collaboration with the line manager; and modifies/develops policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols to enable service improvement.

Influences and implements change within own practice; monitors standards of practice within the service.

Represent the Neonatal Follow-Up service and Paediatric Occupational Therapy to service users and other stakeholders when required.

Enable service user feedback to develop and improve the service for this patient group.

Be at the forefront of Occupational Therapy and interdisciplinary planning of Neonatal Follow-Up models and early intervention services.

Be responsible for the safe use of equipment used by self and others.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications- Knowledge

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC Registration.
• MSc or equivalent level of specialist knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge of standardised and non-standardised assessments that can be used with client group.
• Evidence of relevant, specialised post graduate courses/CPD.

Desirable

• Membership of relevant special interest group.
• Leadership qualification
• Experience at professional grade equivalent.
• Teaching qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience working within the field of paediatric Occupational Therapy.
• Managing a complex caseload.
• Experience of audit/ research (clinical and organisational).
• Inter-professional and multi-agency team working.
• Clinical service development and compliance with governance requirements and guidelines.

Desirable

• Experience of working alongside Paediatric Consultants or similar.
• Experience of working with Neonatal Follow-Up.
• Leadership and representation in clinical networks/practice groups
• Experience of teaching at post graduate level.

Aptitude and Abilitites

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (verbal, nonverbal and written).
• Ability to use highly specialised clinical reasoning skills to determine differential diagnosis, independent of other Practitioners, in an expert area of practice.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively within a team environment.
• The physical ability to perform and cope with all aspects of manual handling and equipment fitting

Desirable

• Welsh Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above

Values

Essential

• Self-motivated and capable of motivating others.
• Ability to work collaboratively within the multi-disciplinary team.
• Innovative and passionate for the Neonatal community care
• Adaptability and ability to embrace changes in a fast-developing clinical environments

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Carnegie Clinic

The Sunflower Suite, Brithweunydd Road

Trealaw

CF40 2UH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be actively involved in the management and decision making for patients.

To be available during the working week so that medical and nursing staff can communicate and consult freely.

To contribute with the multi-disciplinary team in the use of referenced, evidence based guidelines, which are dated, signed and reviewed at least bi-annually or more frequently in light of new evidence.

You may be expected to make independent clinical decisions, but will receive appropriate training/supervision.

Ensure that an appropriate model of care is adopted which recognises the involvement of the multi-disciplinary team, the patient and family.

Work with the rest of the clinical team to support the delivery of a high quality service provided by well-trained staff within clear departmental policies and procedures.

Develop and maintain good communication with clinical colleagues across the Health Board, regarding the treatment of their patients, and the appropriate use of the departments resources.

Required to participate in the Health Board Risk Management process and in Clinical Audit and other clinical governance activities within the department, Planned Care and the Health Board. The post holder will be positively encouraged to participate in research and development in line with Health Board, Commissioner and NHS priorities.

Work to ensure that services within the department fulfil contractual performance indicators and work closely with directorate colleagues in identifying problem areas and planning and implementing appropriate solutions

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

• Further relevant degree/diploma/teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Up to date with current practices in Dermatology
• Commitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary working

Desirable

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

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to take independent clinical decisions when necessary and to seek advice from more senior doctors as appropriate
• Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate sensitively with patients, relatives and staff

Desirable

• None

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Flexible and adaptable to competing demands
• Commitment to modern practices

Desirable

• None

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Princess of Wales Hospital

Coity Road

Bridgend

CF31 1RQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents or please click apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Working at NVQ level 3 in Health or Health and Social care (or equivalent) Physiological measurements training

Desirable

• Health and Safety training Infection control training First Aid training

Experience

Essential

• Previous relevant experience of working within health care settings.

Desirable

• Working within GP Practices

Aptitude and Abilities Skills

Essential

• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to engage members of the public. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Clinical skills as outlined in job description Motivational Skills - able to enthuse and motivate others

Desirable

• IT literacy Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services Working knowledge of Vulnerable Adult and Child Protection procedures The ability to speak or learn Welsh to a satisfactory level.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary / multi-agency arena Able to work with colleagues in a professional manner Able to prioritise own workload Good organisational skills Will experience occasional exposure to emotive circumstances Must possess a non-judgemental attitude towards 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.

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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

CTM wide

CTM wide

CF45 4SN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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