Total 35 job vacancies by NHS Jobs

The role of a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is to work without direct supervision in the home of the service user providing care and support including personal, social, and domestic support whilst adhering to the service users individual care and support plan. The aim of the position is to enable service users to remain safely in their own home with as much independence as possible. Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet, and caring manner, always ensuring the service users right to privacy and dignity is maintained

The role of a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is to work without direct supervision in the home of the service user providing care and support including personal, social, and domestic support whilst adhering to the service users individual care and support plan. The aim of the position is to enable service users to remain safely in their own home with as much independence as possible. Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet, and caring manner, always ensuring the service users right to privacy and dignity is maintained

Operating Department Practitioner - Anaesthetic & Recovery Full time The role At Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset. Join our Theatre department as an Anaesthetic & Recovery ODP and support on our journey of 'people caring for people'. You'll have the best facilities - many of our theatres have laminar airflow systems and state of the art integrated theatre technology. You'll also have access to the Ramsay Academy, with potential to gain your ALS, and the chance to develop your career across our 30+ network of independent hospitals across the UK. Like us, you have a can do attitude, and you're committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. What you'll bring with you HCPC registration with no restrictions or conditions ALS would be desirable, but not essential Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently Flexible and positive attitude A warm, considerate and empathetic character Benefits * 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays * Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options * Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period * Flexible shift patterns available where possible * Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies * Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants * Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary * Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy * Free Parking on site (where possible) * Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible) * Concerts for Carers * Employee Assistance Programme * Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords * The Blue Light Card Scheme About Us: Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years' experience. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We love people with a positive, "can do" attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success. "The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that people - staff and doctors - are Ramsay Health Care's most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. For further information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact Mathew Marskell via email- All offers of employment in respect of this appointment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

The post holder is an autonomous practitioner, responsible for provision of specialised assessment, treatment, intervention and discharge planning of patients referred to the service. Responsible for managing a caseload of patients in community, and onward referral and discharge.

JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Care Navigator Responsible to: Reception Supervisor Accountable to: Practice Manager Job Role/Purpose: Interact with patients to provide and process information in response to enquiries, concerns and requests about NHS/practice services. To ensure that all patients have a positive experience. To work as part of the reception team in a professional manner to provide high quality reception, administration and support services to all clients, visitors, GPs and Health Professionals. To follow all relevant standard operating procedures, policies and charters to ensure always working in an efficient and courteous manner. To provide a professional call handling service and associated administration duties. To embed and sustain an ethos of care navigation throughout the team, providing advice and guidance and signposting patients to the most appropriate clinician/service. To record all essential information accurately. Key Duties & Responsibilities: To receive and greet patients, i.e. clients and visitors to the Practice, in a welcoming and professional manner in line with the welcoming procedure and to act as a point of contact between patients, clients, healthcare professionals, visitors, the GPs, Partners and Practice Staff. To engage with patients/clients; provide advice and proactively signpost patients and clients to the most appropriate clinician/service (care navigation). To deal with any verbal queries, concerns or complaints from patients, clients, visitors professionally and to escalate to the Reception Supervisor as appropriate. To take telephone calls and online requests from patients and accurately record all essential information on the clinical system. To provide accurate and up to date information to answer the enquiries of patients, clients and visitors where necessary seeking the advice of others, responding to and/or redirect all patient and visitor requests accordingly Identify callers or patients who may present face to face requiring an immediate emergency response and refer to appropriate clinician, emergency ambulance service or A&E department. To accurately maintain and update appointment systems, booking in patients and visitors in line with practice appointments and visitors procedures. To answer/make telephone calls in a professional manner ensuring important/appropriate information is documented and redirected accordingly and to accurately take messages. To assist with the call and recall of patients To undertake registrations/deductions of patients at the practice following procedures; receiving, checking forms and providing advice as required. To promote the participation of the Family and Friends Test to patients, clients and visitors. To undertake a variety of administration duties including preparing and printing repeat prescriptions according to standard operating procedures at patients request, distributing prescriptions, photocopying, filing, preparation of letters for posting and clerical support to others within the Practice. To accurately maintain and update both computerised and manual filing systems, including setting up new patient records on the clinical system, updating of patient details, entry of identified clinical data to medical records, electronic scanning of correspondence and allocation to patient records. To ensure reception, waiting areas and clinical rooms are maintained in a clean and tidy state, preparing and tidying rest and meeting areas when requested. To open and lock up the reception area at the beginning and end of the day To act as a chaperone for doctors as requested. Arrange for an ambulance for patients as and when requested by the clinician. Report and IT equipment then Notify the team leader of any equipment or IT failures or faulty equipment. To receive and receipt cash and cheques from patients and clients for non-NHS services in line with procedures. To attend meetings as required, e.g. reception meetings and all PTL sessions. Provide guidance and training to new members of staff to help them achieve their objectives. Ensure all individually attended training sessions are cascaded to all members of the reception team. To always maintain patient and staff confidentiality including outside of the work environment working within reference to the Data Protection Act. To provide holiday and sickness cover for reception and other administration duties as required. To receive paperwork associated with requests from outside agencies (e.g. Insurance/ travel cancellation forms) informing patients of cost incurred and direct to appropriate department. Receive and distribute external and internal post. Advise the Line Manager of any problems and take appropriate action as directed. To undertake any other duties commensurate with the scope of the role and within your skill set as requested. NB: This job description outlines the key duties that are expected of you within the role of Care Navigator acting in the capacity of front of house face to face or back of house access although is not an exhaustive list. It may be amended in line with experience, business requirements and as a result of any future organisational change. Other Responsibilities To comply with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. To take responsibility for his/her own health and safety and that of other persons who may be affected by his/her own acts or omissions. Equality & Diversity To always carry out his/her responsibilities in line with the Modality Equal Opportunities Policy and Procedure. At all times the post holder will be required to show respect for and maintain the dignity of patients, the public and work colleagues. Modality will not tolerate any form of bullying or harassment, violence or aggression against its employees. Risk Management and Clinical Governance To work within the Clinical Governance Framework of the practice, incorporating Risk Management and all other quality initiatives. Report risks to Practice Manager/ appropriate line manager. Confidentiality To maintain confidentiality of information relating to patients, clients, staff and other users of the services in accordance with the Caldicott Guidelines and the Data Protection Act 1998 including outside of the practice environment. Any breach of confidentiality may render an individual liable for dismissal and/or prosecution. General To undertake any other duties commensurate with the role, within the bounds of his/her own competence. To work across sites as required and to provide holiday and sickness cover when needed. On occasion may be required to work overtime to meet the needs of the organisation. In light of national policy and due the needs of the business it may be necessary for the Partnership to alter the opening hours of practices. This could incorporate different opening hours and weekend working which may affect when you are required to work. The post holder is expected to be flexible and accommodating, following consultation, in terms of any changes to operating times in the future. Information Governance Information is vitally important for the safe clinical management of patient care and the efficient administration of services and resources, including our workforce. Information Governance is a framework to enable the Modality Partnership to handle personal and corporate information appropriately. It is the responsibility of our entire workforce, regardless of employment status, to ensure they abide by the requirements of Information Governance as set out in the Information Governance Policy. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE of: The NHS NHS GP Practices Customer service principles and practices Basic medical terminology Modality policies, procedures and protocols Reception protocols Telephone systems Relevant computer applications, Microsoft Word and EMIS The NHS or GP Practices desirable Previous call handling experience desirable SKILLS: Customer service orientation Good listening skills Good administrative skills Excellent communication skills Interpersonal skills Stress tolerance Problem analysis and problem-solving Ability to handle patients (both on the telephone and in person) who may be angry or distressed Be computer literate and adaptable in using different software PERSONAL QUALITIES: Confident and welcoming demeanour Good telephone manner Strong team player Smart appearance Always exercise tact and discretion Demonstrate initiative to handle any unforeseen events during a shift Demonstrate flexibility towards new working practices and towards working hours

Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.

The role of a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is to work without direct supervision in the home of the service user providing care and support including personal, social, and domestic support whilst adhering to the service users individual care and support plan. The aim of the position is to enable service users to remain safely in their own home with as much independence as possible. Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet, and caring manner, always ensuring the service users right to privacy and dignity is maintained

The following are the core responsibilities of the Phlebotomist. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: a. Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample b. Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols c. Maintaining accurate patient records on System One d. The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples e. Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies f. Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner g. Maintaining an effective liaison with the laboratory staff at Sherwood Forest Hospitals h. Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters i. Working within practice policies e.g. information gov and Infection control In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Phlebotomist may be requested to: a. Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care c. Support and participate in shared learning within the practice d. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota

JOB SUMMARY Main duties to include dealing with incoming telephone calls confidently and signpost patients to the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient, and effective way. To be able to process appointment requests from patients by telephone or by the relevant NHS approved communication tool, following the Care Navigation protocol. To provide a professional and comprehensive information support service to the practice team. The post holder will be expected to undertake a range of clerical task, including the use of a PC for data inputting and operation of the EMIS Web system. The post holder must gain a working knowledge of clinical coding and the QOF reporting system. To provide a point of reception contact for patients and act as a focal point of communication between patients doctors and other members of the clinical and administrative staff.

Diabetic Eye Screening Programme Specific Priorities Key priorities for the Diabetic Eye Improving Screening Uptake Officer include: Increasing uptake of individuals who have not attended for screening in 3 years. Reducing the frequency of DNA/Non-responders in populations with lowest uptake in routine diabetic eye screening (RDS), slit lamp biomicroscopy (SLB), digital surveillance (DS) and pregnancy pathways. Supporting individuals with a learning disability to access diabetic eye screening taking learning from the NHSE NW 2-year programme of work included below. Develop an Improving Uptake Plan that outlines key pieces of work to be undertaken over the following 6-12 months.

CLINICAL 1.Be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work, including the management of patients in your care. 2.Undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/multi pathologies; use advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition. 3.Formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment skills e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, exercise classes, and other alternative options. 4.Take delegated responsibility from the Band 7 Physiotherapist for managing patients with particular conditions and be responsible for providing specialist physiotherapy assessment and treatment plans for patients with these conditions. 5.Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes. This will include patients who may have difficulties in understanding or communicating. For example, patients may dysphasic, depressed, deaf, blind or who may be unable to accept diagnosis. 6.Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if required. 7.Manage clinical risk within own patient caseload. 8. When working in the community and domiciliary settings, work as a lone practitioner with telephone support from a more senior physiotherapist if required. 9. Supervise junior physiotherapists and assistants record keeping system according to professional and the physiotherapy service standards. PROFESSIONAL 1.Be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through Continuing Professional Development activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development. 2.Be responsible for teaching student physiotherapists to graduate level on physiotherapeutic skills and knowledge within core clinical areas as required. 3.Be responsible for teaching, assessment and contributing to the performance assessment and appraisal of newly qualified physiotherapists and physiotherapy assistant staff, as required. 4.Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence based practice in the relevant clinical areas, developing specialist knowledge of particular conditions and patient types. 5.Undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence based practice projects, audit and outcome measures, either individually or with colleagues. ORGANISATIONAL 1.Responsible for the supervision and co-ordination of junior staff and assistants on a daily basis. 2.Deputise for the Band 7 in their absence, taking responsibility for operational management of the team, allocating and organising the work of junior and assistant staff to meet service priorities on a daily basis.

The role of a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is to work without direct supervision in the home of the service user providing care and support including personal, social, and domestic support whilst adhering to the service users individual care and support plan. The aim of the position is to enable service users to remain safely in their own home with as much independence as possible. Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet, and caring manner, always ensuring the service users right to privacy and dignity is maintained

Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.

Communication Use effective communication skills in co-facilitating group therapies for patients and in training and supporting staff. Communicate on a regular basis with all members of the multidisciplinary team, administration staff, care providers and members of the psychology service, as appropriate. To attend and contribute to multidisciplinary meetings. Keep accurate and complete records of all patient-related communications. To communicate outcomes of assessments and interventions to patients, relatives, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team, under supervision. Maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing in accordance with the professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society and with Trust policies, under supervision. Personal and People Development Undertake learning and development opportunities as identified during developmental reviews to ensure continuing development of skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties. Provide feedback to Line Manager and Clinical Supervisor on effectiveness of agreed learning activities during supervision meetings. Comply with CPD requirements in accordance with the Health and Care Professions Council. Health and Safety Identify and assess the potential risks involved in work activities for self and others. Report actual or potential problems that may put health, safety and security at risk and suggests how they might be addressed. Service Improvement Effectively carry out tasks related to evaluating services, audits and research projects when asked. Enablement to Address Health and Well-being Needs Involve patients in shared decision-making; and obtain their consent for assessment, treatment and communication with third parties. Promptly alert the team to any risks. Report and record activities undertaken and how health and well-being needs are changing and feedback on appropriateness of the activities for the people concerned. Assessment and Treatment Planning Discuss assessment to be undertaken with supervisor and understand his/her role in assessment and activities to be undertaken. To undertake selected patient assessments, including psychometric, neuropsychological, self-report and observational measures and semi-structured interviews and some individual and group interventions according to the experience of the post holder, under supervision. Identify appropriate methods, techniques and equipment for different activities and individuals and prepares appropriately taking into account any risks. Interventions and Treatments Undertake specific components of group treatment programmes and be responsible for organisation of these components, in close liaison with other multidisciplinary staff within the service and clinical supervisor. Undertake relevant patient reviews, under clinical supervision and in liaison with other members of the team as appropriate. Monitor individuals whilst carrying out the tasks and identify and report any changes in individuals health and well-being. Record activities and outcomes consistent with procedures, policies and legislation. Information Collection and Analysis Score psychometric questionnaires used in patient triage and assessment. Collect required statistical information for directorate records. Collect, analyse, present and report data for evaluation of psychological services for Integrated Stroke Therapy Team using IT and statistical packages. Maintain and update relevant databases, including collecting clinical information. Maintain and update database of clinical psychology cases and outcomes of interventions.

Duties: Oversee day to day running of the practice with the assistance of our management team Ensure the practice is compliant with any NHS, Information governance, CQC, or statutory requirements Oversee staff training with the assistance of team leaders Work alongside our team to ensure patients receive the highest quality care Ensure the team achieves targets such as QOF, Lancashire GP contract Implement changes as general practice is required to adapt Responsibility for recruitment and HR management Work with practice team to co-ordinate key meetings and ensure minutes and actions are completed Work with practice staff to manage complaints Oversee patient participation group meetings Oversee holiday requests and rotas with line manager assistance Responsibility for practice health and safety Optimise practice financial opportunities. Assist our accountant and finance team as appropriate this role does not currently require financial administration Prepare payroll for processing by the accountancy team NHS Pension adminstration