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Job Title: Pharmacist

Address: Hills Road, Cambridge CB2 0QQ

Hourly Rate: £28.00 per hour

Working Hours: M - F - 8:30am - 6:30pm (negotiable) FIXED TERM 12 months - 30 hours

Are you a dedicated and patient-focused Pharmacist looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the healthcare industry and further your clinical skills working in a hospital environment?

Rowlands Pharmacy is seeking a talented and experienced pharmacist to join our team in the Addenbrookes Hospital branch. As a well-respected pharmacy chain, we are fully committed to delivering the highest level of care to our patients. If you are passionate about improving the well being of individuals and eager to work in a collaborative and supportive environment, we want to hear from you.

As a Pharmacist in one of Rowlands hospital branches you will be given extensive and specialist training as well as gaining exposure to the hospital pharmacy environment.

This branch is staffed with an experienced team including x4 Pharmacists x13 Health care partners and x2 trainee healthcare partners- providing an excellent service to the hospital. Currently dispensing around 20,000 items per month.

What We Offer

• £28.00 per hour
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (Increasing to 32 days with length of service) pro rata
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 days holiday per year
• GPhC fees paid
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Market leading employee discounts programme including a range of big name retailers

Key Responsibilities

• Dispense prescription medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with all legal and ethical guidelines.
• Provide medication counselling and support to patients, answering their questions and addressing concerns.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including doctors and nurses, to optimise patient care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage pharmacy inventory.
• Offer advice on over-the-counter medications and healthcare products..

What We Require

• Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Proven pharmacy experience preferably in a hospital setting.
• Strong commitment to patient care and safety.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Up-to-date knowledge of pharmaceutical products and healthcare trends.
• A flexible and positive approach to problem-solving.

INDPHA

Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Closing date is midnight on the 29th of September. Interviews are due to be held on the 7th of October.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying. This vacancy will close at midnight on the 25th September 2024 Interviews are due to be held on the 4th October 2024 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying. This vacancy will close at midnight on the 22nd September 2024 Interviews are due to be held on the 30th September 2024 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying. This vacancy will close at midnight on the 22nd September 2024 Interviews are due to be held on the 30th September 2024 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

THIS ROLE IS AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFIED NURSES ONLY

About the Role

Join us as a Registered Nurse at Maria Mallaband Care Group, where you will be empowered to be your best self every day and experience firsthand the transformative power of your care.

As an advocate for our residents, you will play a crucial role in planning daily activities, creating tailored care plans, and ensuring individualised needs and choices are met. Your skills will shine as you champion dignity and safety, serve as a role model to your colleagues, and provide a true sense of purpose to those living with us.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Medication administration and care planning
• Providing physical, emotional, and spiritual support to our residents
• Ensuring principles of safeguarding are maintained
• Taking responsibility of shifts as Nurse in charge
• Team management and shift planning
• Infection prevention and control
• Liaising with General Practitioners and Multi-Disciplinary Teams
• Upholding clinical governance standards

About you

Being one of our Registered Nurses means demonstrating compassion, dedication, and commitment towards enhancing the quality of life for others. Your communication skills and attention to detail set you apart, and you continuously seek opportunities to learn and develop your clinical skills. You take every challenge in your stride and your goal is to always achieve the best outcomes.

Previous experience in the role is ideal but not required, and whether you’re a newly qualified nurse or an experienced professional, we are ready to stand by you and support you reach your career goals through tailored training and development.

A few things will be essential to be successful in this role, and these are:

• A Nursing qualification recognised by the UK NMC.
• A valid UK NMC PIN and registration to practice as Registered General Nurse(RGN)/Learning & Disability Nurse (RNLD)/Mental Health Nurse (RMN)
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as assisting residents with their mobility

To ensure we make safe recruitment choices for those in our care, the role will also be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

What we offer

Join us in our journey to become the best care provider in the UK and your employer of choice! You will be rewarded for everything you do and have access to some fantastic benefits, including:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Paid annual NMC renewal fee
• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition rewards
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

To find our more about our rewards and what makes us great, visit Careers - Maria Mallaband (mmcgcarehomes.co.uk)

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage

Our commitment to ED&I

We believe in fostering an environment that celebrates diversity, values, inclusivity, and equity, where everyone’s unique perspective is respected and appreciated. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all, irrespective of age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or background.

Next steps

Ready to embark on a truly fulfilling career or to re-discover your passion? Apply today and become an essential part of our team, creating happier futures together for you and those in our care.

Gateford Hill

Gateford Hill Care Centre offers quality care and a comfortable environment in which people can achieve a relaxing retirement and support for many with physical disabilities. Together with professional healthcare, Gateford Hill staff make every effort to ensure residents have an enjoyable day-to-day lifestyle with access to personal hobbies and interests.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities. To participate in the delivery of a countywide specialist LD nursing under the guidance of the lead Nurse by managing a caseload of clients with complex learning disabilities. To contribute to the planning, development, and evaluation of learning disability services, including contributing to defined projects as delegated by the LDP management team via the Lead Nurse. As an autonomous practitioner to manage a specialist case load providing assessment, identification and treatment of the health needs of adults with a learning disability. To be highly proficient in the assessment, identification, treatment and management of the specialist health and nursing needs of the learning disability population. This includes risk assessment, assessment of complex conditions e.g. challenging behaviour including forensic issues, palliative care, mental health, epilepsy etc. To have a good understanding of the specific needs of the service user group including at times of crisis. E.g. during placement breakdowns, mental health and physical health relapses and periods of challenging behaviour. To have skills in conflict resolution and positive behaviour approaches. To plan, implement and regularly review integrated individual support plans for each client in conjunction with team members as appropriate. To have skills to input, analyse and present data/statistics to inform evidence based practice. To write timely professional reports/ records and action plans in line with professional guidelines that comply with CPFT and County Council record keeping policies as appropriate. To work to reduce health inequalities for people with a Learning Disability by working with partners in primary and secondary care.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities To work as a member of the respiratory team to undertake advanced assessment, treatment, monitoring and evaluation of complex respiratory caseload; working seamlessly across primary and secondary care boundaries to facilitate prevention of unnecessary hospital admissions. Management of advanced respiratory disease, through the promotion of self management and coping skills; exacerbation management; oxygen assessment and monitoring; quality end of life care The development of links with patients and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient pathways are robust and fit for purpose Management of the staff in the team and also working collaboratively with other team leads to ensure countywide service provision Implementation of National and local policy directives in conjunction with clinical lead Participation in multidisciplinary team (MDT) working Provision of specialist advise and education to colleagues and other members of the MDT To manage the day to day running of the local respiratory team, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and effectively; providing support and encouraging development of staff Please note for this role you will be required to travel independently around the county meeting strict time deadlines. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence* and have use of a vehicle. You cannot use public transport for this role as this is not a reliable form of transport and will not allow you to meet service needs. Please confirm in your application that you meet the specified criteria. *DVLA have a number ofreciprocalarrangements with overseas countries, for further information please visit the DVLA website

The Hospice at Home service cares for patients across Cambridgeshire who choose to remain in their own home in their last weeks of life. We are holistic in our approach and the care is tailored to each persons specific needs. The compassionate team of Nurses and Healthcare Assistants provide practical and holistic care supporting patients and their families in their homes. Job Purpose: To work within a team to assist in the responsive delivery of nursing palliative and end of life care, ensuring the highest standard of care are received by patients and their families in their own home. This role will work within the Hospice at Home team to assist in the responsive delivery of nursing palliative and end of life care, ensuring the highest standards of care are received by patients and their families in their own home. Main duties to include: Using a holistic approach and in partnership with the district nurse, patient & family to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual packages of care. Assess, monitor and evaluate symptom management Assisting in the effective orientation and mentoring of new staff and clinical placements to the team. Support individuals and carers to cope with their emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being The service provides care 7 days a week across Cambridgeshire and staff are rostered to provide this coverage. Whilst the rosters are created 5- 8 weeks in advance, there may be exceptional circumstances in which the job holder will need to be flexible to change a scheduled rota at short notice in times of clinical staffing crisis. To be successful in this role, candidates must be a NMC Registered Nurse and have post registration experience within palliative care. It is also required to have a knowledge of a holistic approach to care giving and be sensitive to the needs of patients and families. Due to the nature of the role, it is a requirement to hold a UK driving license and have access to a vehicle for work purposes. Colleagues working within our Hospice at Home (HaH) team cover a wide geographical area, from Tydd St Giles in the North of the county down to Saffron Walden in the South, and everywhere in between. Although allocated to either the South team (Cambridge)or North team (Wisbech)base, colleagues work flexibly as one team in order to meet patient needs wherever they may be. For this reason, we are pleased to offer mileage expense rates in excess of HMRC as well as a lease car option. Whilst every effort is made to allocate patients close to where you live, this is not always possible we ask all of our colleagues to be flexible and attend patients wherever they are located. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS with Adult and Childrens Barred list check.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the clinical activity of the service. This will involve holding a clinical caseload, including: Providing psychological therapy interventions for cases referred to the team. This will involve the use of evidence based psychological interventions in both individual and group work formats e.g., CBT. Formulating, implementing and evaluating therapy programmes for clients. Ensuring treatment delivery remains accessible, convenient and with minimal waiting times as agreed by senior clinicians and managers. Providing clinical supervision in the service. Undertaking risk assessment and risk management for individual clients and providing advice to other professions on psychological aspects of risk assessment and risk management Communicating, in a highly skilled and sensitive manner, to clients, family carers and others, information that may be contentious or highly distressing. Producing reports on clients in a timely manner, that convey the key findings of psychological assessment and formulation and treatment outcome in a way that does justice to the complexity of the problems described, but that are understandable to the recipients of the reports, including clients and referrers. Working in partnership with other disciplines including attending multidisciplinary meetings relating to referral or clients in treatment where appropriate. The post holder will work with senior clinicians and other managers to: Ensure that there is a clinical audit programme developed. Ensure that all of the required evaluation data is produced in a timely manner. Establish local research priorities and develop a research programme in line with local policies. Produce reports by using the date which has been collected for the service. Help to collate and disseminate the results of clinical audits and service evaluations. The post holder will contribute to the on-going operation and development of the service by working with the senior clinicians and other managers to be involved with: Data collection for the on-going evaluation of the service. Promotion of the Older Peoples Therapies Service locally to GP practices and nationally as appropriate. The post holder will work with the senior clinicians and other managers to: Ensure that regular reports are provided for all of the information required for the ongoing and evaluation of the Stepped Care Therapies Service. Ensure that all staff complete information requirements as required by local protocols. The postholder will: Participate in regular supervision (clinical or management) in accordance with good practice guidelines and Trust policy. Participate in the Trusts annual Appraisal process. attend all relevant mandatory training as and when required to do so. The postholder will: Promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Implement NICE guidance and other statutory / best practice guidelines. Be responsible for the prevention and control of infection.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment This vacancy will close at midnight on the 22nd September 2024. Interviews are due to be held on 1st October 2024. Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities. - To be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the evidence based care required, including health promotion for a named service user/group ensuring it meets Trust timescales. - To participate in the setting of quality standards, including the monitoring and reviewing in line with current clinical guidance practice and policy. - To ensure the post holder understands and meets their professional role and responsibilities under the Care Programme Approach. - To ensure that the requirements of the Mental Health Act 2007 are observed, adhered to and implemented. - To promote carer and service user involvement within the service and for its provision. - To encourage recovery, discovery and independence, taking into account risk assessment and management. -To establish therapeutic relationships with service users and the implementation of evidence based therapeutic interventions with appropriate boundaries in accordance with Nursing and Midwifery Councils professional code of conduct. - To respect and value the different therapeutic approaches within the multidisciplinary team but ensure that the agreed philosophy approach is adopted and followed. - To be responsible for maintaining and conducting oneself in a professional manner towards service users, carers, colleagues and other agencies, at all times. - To participate in working collaboratively with other Trust services and external agencies to provide seamless care for service users.

Please, read job description for detailed list of main responsibilities. To conduct Biopsychosocial and risk assessments for individuals that have been referred via the major trauma centre Undertake screening of patients admitted to the dedicated Major Trauma Ward and outlier wards using the Post Traumatic Adjustment Scale (PAS). Provide a high level of clinical expertise in the assertive management and assessment and care of patients presenting with mental health problems and psychological need. Ensure that care is based on the assessment of care needs, and includes a thorough risk assessment and risk management plan. Provide post assessment brief intervention support agreeing and reviewing of mental health treatment and management plans, monitoring progress and making adaptations where necessary. Ensure any plans are patient centred. Refer to appropriate mental health in-patient services psychological and psychiatry liaison services, Drug and alcohol team etc. Ensure good communication with other members of the MTC and wider psychological medicine service as well as CUH hospital staff about changes in care plans. To liaise with other agencies caring for patients, including, Psychological wellbeing services, community mental health teams and GPs to provide clear plans for all patients. Manage and coordinate an in-patient caseload. Work with the Major Trauma Service / Major Trauma Ward MDT to meet the mental health needs of the patient. Provide education to relatives to help support patients Support CUH discharge planning teams in relation to appropriate advice and facilitation to onward mental health facilities as required. Provide advice and guidance to MTC coordinators who identify possible mental health needs in post discharge follow-ups. Where applicable, input into the Major Trauma Rehabilitation Prescription in relation to mental health management plans / needs. Utilise recent research findings in the advancement of best practice and in the delivery of an evidenced based service. Engage in psychological medicine Service educational and training events to fulfil requirements of clinical governance. To provide support and expert advice to colleagues involved in the care of patients with mental health problems and to develop systems to ensure that this support is available in a range of ways. Ensure that the requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 and other statutory regulations are observed and implemented within a medical setting.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. If you require sponsorship for a Visa to work in the UK, to avoid disappointment, please check you are not applying from a Red list country - Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Closing date is midnight on 22nd September 2024 Interviews are due to be held on 30th September 2024 Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals? Our values and reputation for outstanding careOpportunities to experience a range of specialitiesCareer and development opportunitiesPreceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support teamResearch experience and opportunitiesLovely location and quality of lifeExcellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air) Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.We welcome applications from the Armed Forces A welcome subsidy of £1000 is available to all Band 5 and Band 6 Nurses, Midwives, ODPs and Radiographers and Band 5 Orthoptists taking up substantive employment with the Trust

A Vacancy at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust.


***Previous applicants need not apply***

As part of the major trauma service team, you will contribute to the assessment and treatment pathway, working as part of a developing Multidisciplinary team, working Monday to Friday 9-5 based at Cambridge University Hospital.

You will complete mental health triage, mental health assessment and brief interventions for patients referred to the major trauma team.

To assist in the delivery of a high-quality mental health service, in keeping with the visions and values of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust.

Providing and undertaking timely Biopsychosocial assessments and risk management plans in accordance with CPFT’s Clinical Risk Assessment and Management policy for adults aged 17 and over, who have been referred from the major trauma unit.

Promoting a safe and effective service throughout the team, giving expert advice and support to all referring clinicians.

Maintaining a visible, professional presence where patients, carers and staff can turn for assistance, advice and support.

As part of the team, the post-holder will contribute to the multi-disciplinary clinical assessment and management of patients referred to the service in collaboration with other team members.

To participate in and promote close links with local mental health services and other agencies to develop effective care plans.

To contribute to the research component of the programme, supporting data collection.

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health and social care organisation dedicated to providing high-quality care with compassion to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting and empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services, not only via inpatient and primary care settings, but also within the community. These services include children's, adult and older people's mental health, forensic and specialist mental health, learning disabilities, primary care and liaison psychiatry, substance misuse, social care, research and development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high-calibre candidates who share our vision and values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including people with long term conditions and members of our ethnic minority and LGBTQ+ communities.

For further information on CPFT, please visit our website at www.cpft.nhs.uk

Please, read job description for detailed list of main responsibilities.

To conduct Biopsychosocial and risk assessments for individuals that have been referred via the major trauma centre

Undertake screening of patients admitted to the dedicated Major Trauma Ward and outlier wards using the Post Traumatic Adjustment Scale (PAS).

Provide a high level of clinical expertise in the assertive management and assessment and care of patients presenting with mental health problems and psychological need.

Ensure that care is based on the assessment of care needs, and includes a thorough risk assessment and risk management plan.

Provide post assessment brief intervention support – agreeing and reviewing of mental health treatment and management plans, monitoring progress and making adaptations where necessary. Ensure any plans are patient centred.

Refer to appropriate mental health in-patient services – psychological and psychiatry liaison services, Drug and alcohol team etc.

Ensure good communication with other members of the MTC and wider psychological medicine service as well as CUH hospital staff about changes in care plans.

To liaise with other agencies caring for patients, including, Psychological wellbeing services, community mental health teams and GPs to provide clear plans for all patients.

Manage and coordinate an in-patient caseload.

Work with the Major Trauma Service / Major Trauma Ward MDT to meet the mental health needs of the patient.

Provide education to relatives to help support patients

Support CUH discharge planning teams in relation to appropriate advice and facilitation to onward mental health facilities as required.

Provide advice and guidance to MTC coordinators who identify possible mental health needs in post discharge follow-ups.

Where applicable, input into the Major Trauma Rehabilitation Prescription in relation to mental health management plans / needs.

Utilise recent research findings in the advancement of best practice and in the delivery of an evidenced based service.

Engage in psychological medicine Service educational and training events to fulfil requirements of clinical governance.

To provide support and expert advice to colleagues involved in the care of patients with mental health problems and to develop systems to ensure that this support is available in a range of ways.

Ensure that the requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 and other statutory regulations are observed and implemented within a medical setting.


This advert closes on Thursday 26 Sep 2024