Total 154 job vacancies by University Hospitals of Leicester

The Hearing Services Department at the Leicester Royal Infirmary are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join the department as an Audit Clerk.

Based in Hearing Services, the post holder will utilise multiple information systems and coordinate with the Hearing Services team. The successful applicant requires good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work confidently and competently to deadlines.

Working as part of the Hearing Services team the post holder will be responsible for completion, validation and submission of data for the Hearing Services department, which also involves the extensive use of patient related information. The post holder will help with the provision of information to support the activity planning, complete and develop audit reports monitoring processes at service level.

We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children’s Hospital and run one of the country’s leading heart centres.

Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.

Our purpose is to provide ‘Caring at its best’ and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we’re here to do. They are:
• We focus on what matters most
• We treat others how we would like to be treated
• We are passionate and creative in our work
• We do what we say we are going to do
• We are one team and we are best when we work together

Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that ‘Caring at its best’ is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)



The detailed job description and main responsibilities are included as an attachment to this advert.

KEY DUTIES

To support the Hearing Services management and clinical staff with clinical audit projects.
1. To process/collate completed clinical audit data.
2. To carry out exporting of data from Hearing Services systems into spreadsheets and reports.
3. To perform data checks on data in excel and undertake analysis and suitable presentation of the data.
4. To assist with the dissemination & collation of clinical audit data to and from clinicians and managers.
5. To assist with maintaining the audit database, collate and enter data onto the database as part of the clinical audit activity.
6. Work with clinical and management teams to assess and improve data

completeness and data accuracy for quality and activity reports.
1. Maintain the standards of Hearing Services department including confidentiality.
2. To assist with taking calls to the team and dealing with them appropriately
3. Identify errors and missing values in routinely collected clinical data and establish sustainable processes to reduce errors and improve data-quality. This might include identifying alternative electronic sources of information, other people with access to missing information, or in a small number of cases direct data-entry from paper records by the post holder.
4. Develop working relationships with the informatics team to improve data-quality in data submission including checking data-files for common errors and omissions prior to submission, and answering queries after submission.
5. Support the Hearing Services management team to refine and then document the common data-tasks currently being undertaken to allow these to be delivered by other people if required in the future.
6. Support Hearing Service Management team develop and document new processes to minimise the use of identifiable data wherever possible for audit. Differentiate and develop separate process for requests for non-identifiable data for research to patient benefit.








This advert closes on Tuesday 7 May 2024

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.


Job Overview-

We currently have the opportunity for TWO substantive consultant positions in acute and general paediatrics with an interest in High Dependency Care and is based in the Leicester Children’s Hospital at the Leicester Royal Infirmary, a major teaching hospital closely allied with the University of Leicester. The appointment will be whole time. Any Consultant who is unable for personal reasons, to work whole time, will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis in consultation with Consultant colleagues.



The main focus of the post will be the providing secondary level paediatric services to children in Leicester.

• To contribute to the provision of the Acute and General Paediatric service as well as providing care to the patients admitted to HDU.
• Weekly General Paediatric outpatient clinics.
• Participate in the consultant cover and service provision for the General Paediatric Service including, Consultant of the week day time rota.
• Participate in the General Paediatric Consultant on-call service. This includes 24-7 out-of-hours cover for the Children’s Hospital.
• Lead the care of patients admitted to HDU, based on ward 12. Currently we have 6 commissioned HDU beds and plan to go up to 8 beds in the next few months.
• Promote and strengthen links with colleagues in Primary Care, including GP’s and AHP’s
• Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients.
• To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of patients.
• Work closely with the general paediatric team as well as relevant Heads of Service and General Managers
• To promote new ways of working and co-ordinating care for patients in the community and to ensure that services are based on effective and integrated partnerships across the health community.
• Supervise and train junior medical staff
• To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors.
• Teaching, research and administration.
• To proactively develop the service.
• To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.

Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
• Responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the department;
• Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences;
• To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs;
• Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures;
• Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally;
• Participating in medical audit, the Trust’s Clinical Governance processes and in CPD – CPD is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory; Managerial, including budgetary responsibilities where appropriate and compliance with standing orders and standing financial instructions of the Trust.;
• In line with GMC Good Medical Practice it is the responsibility of the post-holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work.
• The post-holder is expected to respond in a timely fashion to legitimate requests from Trust officers – this might include investigations of incidents or complaints.
• The post-holder is expected to participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups. The appointee will also have supervision responsibilities for junior medical staff within the specialty. If appropriate the post-holder will be named in the contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.
• The post-holder is expected to participate in professional continuing medical education; study leave is provided for this purpose.
• The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.
• The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.
Education and Training• Clinical and educational supervision of trainee doctors
• Clinical teaching of medical students


This advert closes on Tuesday 7 May 2024

We have an exciting opportunity for a full time Clinic Coordinator working within the RRCVGroup in the Thoracic Department

The team at the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is a busy and diverse working environment providing a high-quality service to patients and clinical staff with booking procedures. You will be part of a team of coordinators working to provide a seamless clinical booking service and you will need to have a flexible approach and a commitment to working as part of a team.

The successful candidate will need to be a good team player, able to use their initiative and prioritise their workload. to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner. The ability to work to tight deadlines whilst dealing with frequently changing priorities is also essential.

The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, confident and self-motivated, enjoy working in a challenging, busy environment and will have experience of working in a busy customer focused environment.

Your work will mainly be telephone and IT based so you should have an excellent customer service background as well as good keyboard skills and proven working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and HISS are essential.

If you are looking for a new challenge and would like to work in this busy, friendly environment then this is the role for you.





To manage clinics from a clerical perspective, liaising with patients, carers and staff of all levels, including medical staff. To be responsible for the efficient administration of outpatient appointments, from initial referral to patient attendance and finally discharge from clinic. To work closely with team members including nursing, secretarial and medical staff.

To provide support and guidance to patients, carers, relatives and others making contact with the service. To prospectively manage clinic slots to ensure maximum efficiencies within the service to agreed scheduling ensuring procedures are booked in accordance with Local and National Guidelines in relation to Referral to Treatment

Meticulous attention to detail and organisation skills are necessary for this role, as are excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team as this post will require working closely with a wide range of staff including Consultants, Nursing staff and the Admin & Clerical team so the ability to build relationships is a key requirement.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Please see job description/person specification for further details on the role
• To receive and register all referrals on HISS within 24 hours and take responsibility for liaising with Consultants as to the urgency of appointment required.
• Be responsible for ensuring patients are put on to the relevant consultant’s / Nurse led waiting list and appropriate letters are sent out in keeping with Trust Policy
• To book from waiting list and arrange follow-up appointments as required by other hospitals, secretaries and wards
• To arrange new appointments on the HISS system in line with individual Consultant guidelines and agreed timescales
• To ensure all Local and National Standards are applied to referrals, RTT & National Cancer Wait times Targets, data quality checks, partial booking in accordance with UHL Patient Access and Data management Policy.
• To be responsible for the reduction or cancellation of outpatient clinics, liaising with medical staff in accordance with departmental guidelines
• Accurate RTT Management for deliverance of patient pathway.
• To be responsible for the receipt of all investigation results received in the department, collating these and bringing them to the attention of the medical staff in the manner specific by each Consultant
• To make up case notes for patients who are new to the university Hospitals of Leicester
• To be responsible for the preparation of case notes for Outpatient Clinics in line with consultant guidelines and departmental procedures
• Ensure accurate and timely process of clinical and administrative correspondence (forms, clinic letters) from the consultants and medical staff teams
• Any administrative duties as deemed necessary to support the patient journey including booking appointments and preparation of medical records
• To provide a reception service to the patients on clinic utilising the HISS system to document their arrival / Record patient clinic outcome at the end of their consultation and book any follow-up appointments and arrange investigations for patients

Please see job description/person specification for further details on the role:-

Person specification


Education & Training

Essential criteria• GCSE or equivalent in Maths & English

Desirable criteria• NHS standards and procedures


Experience


Essential criteria• Previous clerical/administrative experience

Desirable criteria• HISS/Patient Centre experience


Communication & Relationship
Essential criteria• Effective Communication skills at all levels
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a wider team

Desirable criteria• Data quality skills and demonstration of attention to detail


Planning & Organisational skills


Essential criteria• Excellent organisational planning skills with ability to priortise workloads

Desirable criteria• Ability to plan patient care in line with prescribed pathways and timeframes


Adherence to Trust Values


Essential criteria• Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust values





This advert closes on Monday 6 May 2024

A secondment opportunity has arisen within the Urology Cancer Specialist Nursing Team in supporting and caring for patients with a diagnosis of Urological Cancer. This is an exciting opportunity to learn and develop new skills within the Urology Oncology specialty.

This is an exciting role and you will need to have excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to foster good working relationships, offering care in a kind and compassionate manner. The ideal candidate will be an experienced nurse with the ability to work autonomously with support from the multi-disciplinary team. Flexibility is a must as cross site working will be required. The team is focused on changing services to enhance the delivery of patient care.

This is an exciting time for an aspirant cancer nurse specialist to experience and develop their skill in this speciality.

Applicants must be willing to undertake any training and development as required. In return we will offer you a supportive environment whereby you can develop your skills in cancer nursing.



You will be supported by highly experienced Clinical Nurse Specialists in the care and management of these patients. You will be caring for patients and their family through their treatment pathway. This will include active participation in MDT meetings, multidisciplinary outpatient clinics, inpatient reviews, including holistic needs assessments and care planning. An integral part of the role includes managing the psychosocial needs of the patients and their families or carers, as they face the challenge of their diagnosis. The team is focused on changing services to enhance the delivery of patient care.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Work autonomously, providing an effective nurse-led service as needs dictate.

Demonstrate comprehensive holistic personalised assessment of patients utilising a variety of advanced clinical skills, while acting as a role model, in line with the Clinical Nurse Specialist role for the service.

To assess and diagnose specific symptoms within your scope of practice. Advise medical and nursing staff and/or prescribe medications according to patients’ requirements, writing a record in the medical notes and reassessing according to the individual patient needs.

Provide an effective and accessible telephone advice service for patients and families and their carers.

Support innovations and change related to improvement of clinical services in relation to the speciality.

To participate in reviews of performance against Key Performance Indicators and co-operate in addressing areas of concern, in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.

Collaborate in the development and monitoring of a job plan to ensure role and personal effectiveness.

Independently discharge patients from nurse-led clinics within agreed protocols and follow up (as per service requirement).

Utilise advanced skills of assessment, interpreting complex psychological, physiological, emotional, spiritual and cultural needs.

Enable patient choice and involvement and initiate appropriate action.

Participate in specialised programmes of care and ensure each patient is placed in the correct treatment pathway at the appropriate time and that necessary investigations and treatments are organised.

Responsible for ensuring that consistently high standards of customer service are delivered by all members of team.

Respond to highly complex/demanding patient situations.

Recognise when the situation exceeds scope of practice, and seek appropriate senior support in a timely and effective manner, acting at all times in the best interests of the patient.

To support the nursing contribution to, and participate in Macmillan Service Reviews

To ensure that people affected by cancer are aware that they are interacting with a Macmillan Professional and know the full range of resources and services available through Macmillan.

To actively engages with Macmillan Cancer Support to contribute expertise and experience and supports the Macmillan priorities.

To takes personal responsibility for life-long learning and personal development through clinical supervision, appraisal and Knowledge and Skills Framework and actively engages with the learning and development opportunities offered by Macmillan.






This advert closes on Monday 6 May 2024

University Hospitals of Leicester Neurology Department seek to appoint a MS Specialist Nurse. The successful candidate will exercise high levels of judgment, discretion, and decision-making in the clinical care of adults with MS within Leicester and Leicestershire.

The candidate will be required to conduct home visits and will require a reliable source of transport.

The successful candidate will be required to work as an autonomous practitioner to deliver specialist expertise and advice demonstrating a sound understanding of the issues related to the identification, assessment, treatment, and management of patients with MS. They will be expected to independently conduct Nurse led clinics at University Hospital of Leicester and Peripheral clinics. The post holder will support the MS team leader and alongside the other team members ensure that the day to day running of the MS service is maintained in the absence of the team leader.

Annual review in clinic both at the LGH and the Community

Annual home visits may be required for those people unable to travel into the clinic

Answer phone calls / messages left on the help line and act on the queries / concerns

Manage the treatments (Disease Modifying Treatments) – prepare prescriptions for the Consultant to sign, start people on new treatments including coordinate pre- treatment screening, monitoring including blood tests, give advice on managing side effects, develop pathways for new treatments

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

The successful candidate will be required to work as an autonomous practitioner to deliver specialist expertise and advice demonstrating a sound understanding of the issues related to the identification, assessment, treatment, and management of patients with MS. They will be expected to independently conduct Nurse led clinics at University Hospital of Leicester and Peripheral clinics. The post holder will support the MS team leader and alongside the other team members ensure that the day to day running of the MS service is maintained in the absence of the team leader.



Annual review in clinic both at the LGH and the Community

Annual home visits may be required for those people unable to travel into the clinic

Answer phone calls / messages left on the help line and act on the queries / concerns

Manage the treatments (Disease Modifying Treatments) – prepare prescriptions for the Consultant to sign, start people on new treatments including coordinate pre- treatment screening, monitoring including blood tests, give advice on managing side effects, develop pathways for new treatments


This advert closes on Monday 6 May 2024

If you are a band 6 Midwife and have a passion for infant feeding and want to be part of the Infant feeding team across University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust then please apply.

You will provide support to develop and implement infant feeding policies and practice within the Trust, in-line with UNICEF BFI. You will also help to meet national and local breastfeeding targets and help to address health inequalities.

You will have experience in breastfeeding practice and management. You will work as part of team dedicated to improving breastfeeding initiation and continuation rates, supporting Trust staff to develop their knowledge and ensuring that babies receive continuous effective feeding support in both the Acute and community settings.

You will be trained in completing audits and support the Baby Friendly accreditation preparation and maintenance of accreditation.

The post holder will assist the Lead Infant feeding Midwife to devise, develop, deliver and review strategies to ensure health professionals are adequately trained in breastfeeding and formula feeding management, as well as:
• act as a clinical expert and professional resource to service users, their families and the multi-professional team.
• provide evidence based breastfeeding education and knowledge to the users of the Maternity service
• understand the safe use of formula and provide information in line with UNICEF BFI and the WHO Code for the Marketing of Breast milk substitutes and to be personally compliant with the CODE
• promote appropriate infant feeding within all areas of the Trust
• champion the Joint Infant feeding policy and relevant Guidelines relating to Infant feeding within the Trust.
• innovate and implement new initiatives relevant to infant feeding
• assess and audit efficacy of service provision and quality standard, including undertaking BFI audit of service users and staff and monitoring re-admissions of babies under 28 days for feeding related issues
• help with the collection of relevant statistical information.
• develop links with the network of support available for women once transferred into the community
• facilitate and undertake a specialised infant feeding service/clinics for women who are experiencing difficulties or who have particular challenges establishing breastfeeding

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

This is a specialist post that requires additional knowledge about Breastfeeding and supporting safe formula feeding.
• Protect Support and Promote Breastfeeding to UNICEF BFI standards.
• You will provide expert clinical care and offer infant feeding support in complex situations with families and colleagues.
• Providing support to regularly Audit staff and mothers and ensuring we meet the recommendations to maintain our BFI accreditation.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to inspire, support and motivate staff.
• Providing training and education, and you will be supported to develop excellent teaching skills and a high standard of organisation and time management.


This advert closes on Thursday 2 May 2024

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.


CONSULTANT GENERAL OPHTHALMOLOGIST WITH AN INTEREST IN NON-SURGICAL GLAUCOMA

Applications are invited for the permanent post of Consultant Ophthalmologist

This is permanent post which will enhance the current establishment of NHS and academic staff of the Department of Ophthalmology, Alliance Hospitals and community practices. The successful appointee will be expected to participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and clinical audit. They will be required to undertake management duties and work in a multidisciplinary team.

The appointee will have a principle interest in General Ophthalmology with an interest in Non Surgical Glaucoma and they will be expected to contribute to the general Ophthalmology and Glaucoma service on the Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital site and associated community hospitals or GP practices. Participation on the on call rota and in the eye casualty department is essential.

Please note, the job description contains an illustrative job plan, and the final timetable will be discussed and agreed upon on appointment.

We suggest as a service you do come and take a tour of the department before interview.
• Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients.
• To share with colleagues responsibility for the day to day management of patients.
• To promote new ways of working and coordinating care for patients in the community and to ensure that the services are based on effective and integrated partnerships across the health community.
• Take part in multidisciplinary case conferences.
• Supervise and train junior medical staff.
• To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors.
• Teaching, research and administration.
• To proactively develop the service
• To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit. #

The appointee will join an active and enthusiastic team of 27 Ophthalmologists who work at the Leicester Royal infirmary, Leicester General Hospital, community hospitals and GP practice sites including Loughborough, Hinckley, Coalville, Melton, Market Harborough, Oakham, Wigston, Syston and Earl Shilton.

The Ophthalmology Service in UHL is currently providing patient care specialising in the areas of Medical retina, Uveitis, Oculoplastics, Lacrimal, Cornea, Glaucoma, Vitreoretinal surgery, Neuro Ophthalmology and Paediatric Ophthalmology.

Applicants must already be on the GMC specialist register or within 6 months of the interview date have a certificate of completion of specialist training.

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust consists of three acute teaching hospitals serving the population of Leicestershire. It is fully committed to Continuing Medical Education for consultants.

Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
• The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.
• The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency Program's appropriate to the role.
• To be able to provide support when needed in the emergency eye department.
• To be a point of escalation when the emergency department requires senior consultant advice.
• To provide Consultant Ophthalmology services at the University Hospitals of Leicester.
• To provide Consultant Ophthalmology services by way of Outpatient clinics and Outpatient procedure lists at the University Hospitals of Leicester and in peripheral units.
• To work flexibly and cooperatively with the other consultant Ophthalmologists to maximise the utilisation of outpatient procedure lists and outpatient clinics.
• To provide emergency Ophthalmology services to patients in Leicestershire on the on call rota
• To ensure the provision of good standards of practice and care as described in the GMC Guidance ‘Duties of a Doctor’ are followed at all times; and that bad practice is reported.
• To ensure that clinical practice is both effective and efficient and that appropriate monitoring of clinical care takes To actively participate in audit.
• To work with the Clinical Management Group (CMG) team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future.
• To provide continuing responsibility for the care of patients under their care and for the proper organisation and functioning of clinical practice.
• To work closely with other specialties, departments and outside agencies to deliver the objectives of the Department and CMG.
• To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents, as defined in the Trust’s ‘Critical Incident Policy’, are reported in a timely manner.
• To participate in yearly appraisal and job planning process.
• To undertake Mandatory & Statutory training as determined by the Trust and CMG.
• To support allied health professionals in their development and teaching.
• To Support the Nursing team in development and training.
• To provide a minimum of 1 session a week in the emergency eye department.


This advert closes on Tuesday 14 May 2024

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.


Consultant Radiologist with interest Oncology and Cancer Imaging


This is a new post in the Imaging service – Clinical Support & Imaging Management Group (CSI CMG). The post holder will join an established team of Oncology and GIGU radiologists supporting clinicians and delivering acute and elective imaging in both specialist areas and in general radiology. The post holder will join the comprehensive diagnostic body rota 1 in 30 plus delivering diagnostic oncology/Abdominal reporting across the UHL, subject to required skills if they are available.

It is expected that the post holder will take part in the provision of emergency imaging across the UHL.

This is a new consultant post. The post holder will be expected to work closely in the team with the existing radiologists to support the continuing development of imaging within UHL as a whole.

The appointment will be whole time. Any consultant who is unable for personal reasons, to work whole time, will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis in consultation with consultant colleagues.


PRINCIPAL ELEMENTS OF THE POST WILL BE:-
• To undertake programmed activities in Oncology and Gastrointestinal imaging. Opportunities for development of the existing service and they will be supported where they reflect and support the needs of the local population and the development plans of the trust.
• To support the provision of imaging in oncology and haematology.
• To assist oncologists with radiotherapy.
• To review oncology imaging performed as an emergency within and out of hours.
• To lead/take part in MDTs including lymphoma/Myeloma depending on the needs of department

To contribute to in-patient ultrasound imaging if needed
• To contribute to an interventional list for US and CT guided biopsies/drainages if with suitable Intervention skill.
• To contribute to the training of the Specialist Registrars on the East Midland Deanery (South) radiology training scheme.
• To supervise and train skill-mix radiographers, sonographers and non-medical staff in their present and anticipated roles.
• Supervise junior medical staff.
• To support and participate in audit, research, teaching and administration.
• To support emergency imaging across UHL.
• To take part in the diagnostic on-call rota within UHL and assist in the provision of weekend radiological support for the Service.



Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

• The overriding purpose of this role is to support the provision of the highest quality patient care and to contribute to continuous service improvement.
• To cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences
• To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs
• Responsibility for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally
• Participating in medical audit, the Trust’s Clinical Governance processes and in CPD – CPD time is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory
• To work in line with GMC Good Medical Practice
• To respond in a timely fashion to legitimate requests from Trust officers – this might include investigations of incidents or complaints.
• To participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups
• The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific
Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.

• To maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have an annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.


This advert closes on Wednesday 15 May 2024

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.


Consultant Radiologist with an interest in Vascular/ GIGU Interventional Imaging

This is a consultant post in Imaging, Clinical Support & Imaging Services Clinical Management Group (CSI CMG). The new post holder will join an established team of vascular and GI/GU interventional radiologists.

The post holder will be expected to work closely in the team with the existing radiologists to support the continuing development of imaging within UHL as a whole. The post holder will join the existing on call rotas and will provide interventional radiology services to UHL. It is expected that the post holder will also provide some general intervention and imaging.

The appointment will be whole time. Any consultant who is unable for personal reasons, to work whole time, will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis in consultation with consultant colleagues.

PRINCIPAL ELEMENTS OF THE POST WILL BE:-
• To support and develop both GI and vascular intervention with existing colleagues
• To support provision of elective and emergency imaging services (including IP Hub) with colleagues in Imaging for the benefit of our patients and users
• Opportunities for development of the existing services and will be supported where they reflect and support the needs of the local population and the development plans of the trust.
• Development of a sub-speciality interest in both GI and vascular intervention will be encouraged where this meets the needs of our patients
• The support and supervision of junior medical staff
• To share the contribution for Aortic multi-disciplinary team meetings and relevant GIGU MDTs
• To contribute to the training of the Specialist Registrars on the East Midlands Deanery (South) radiology training schemes
• To supervise and train Radiographer specialists and sonographers
• To support and participate in audit, research, teaching and administration
• To take part in the on-call rota within UHL

A major refurbishment programme of all Trust MRI and CT scanners has recently been completed ensuring the latest technology is available.


The service has strong links to academic and other radiology departments; the opportunity to be involved in research is available for interested candidates. Successful candidates will be expected to participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and clinical governance.

Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

Those interested are strongly recommended to contact the service and arrange a visit.



PRINCIPAL ELEMENTS OF THE POST WILL BE:-

To support and develop both GI and vascular intervention with existing colleagues
• To support provision of elective and emergency imaging services (including IP Hub) with colleagues in Imaging for the benefit of our patients and users
• Opportunities for development of the existing services and will be supported where they reflect and support the needs of the local population and the development plans of the trust.
• Development of a sub-speciality interest in both GI and vascular intervention will be encouraged where this meets the needs of our patients
• The support and supervision of junior medical staff
• To share the contribution for Aortic multi-disciplinary team meetings and relevant GIGU MDTs
• To contribute to the training of the Specialist Registrars on the East Midlands Deanery (South) radiology training schemes
• To supervise and train Radiographer specialists and sonographers
• To support and participate in audit, research, teaching and administration
• To take part in the on-call rota within UHL




This advert closes on Wednesday 15 May 2024

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.


Consultant Radiologist with interest Neuroradiology


This is a new post within the Imaging Service, Clinical Support and Imaging (CSI), Clinical Management Group, at UHL. The applicant will have undergone subspecialty training in neuroradiology.

The post holder will join a team of 12 Diagnostic Neuroradiology and Head & Neck Radiologists and will work closely with the General Radiologists particularly in Emergency Radiology (ER). The post holder will take part in the provision of specialist neuroradiology, emergency neuroradiology imaging, participate in the multidisciplinary provision of neuro-oncology services and participate in clinical-radiological meetings.

The neuroradiology group is based at Leicester Royal Infirmary although a base site at Leicester General Hospital or the Glenfield Hospital would be considered. Home working is available to all radiology consultants at UHL and a proportion of DCC/SPA can be delivered off site by negotiation.

The post holder will join a team of 12 neuro- and head and neck radiologists to support the continuing development of imaging within UHL as a whole. The post holder will join the existing on call rota (currently 1 in 9) delivering acute neuro imaging to UHL.

Please see the "Main Duties and Responsibilities" section of the Job Description for details of and illustrative Job Plan


• To undertake programmed activities in diagnostic neuroradiology; opportunities to develop the existing service exist and will be supported where they reflect and support the needs of the local population and the development plans of the trust
• Liaise with and participate in specialist meetings with stroke and neurology services
• To join the neuroradiology on-call rota within UHL and assist in the provision of weekend neuro-imaging support for the Imaging and Medical Physics CBU
• Provision of neuro-oncology imaging and associated MDT
• To support the provision of imaging in stroke, pituitary, spine, ophthalmology and head & neck specialties
• To support emergency imaging across UHL including mechanical thrombectomy (and prompt transfer of patients to our hub centre - QMC, Nottingham)
• Supervise junior medical staff
• To contribute to the training of the Specialist Registrars on the East Midland Deanery (South) radiology training scheme. There are opportunities for wider regional teaching
• To supervise, train and/or support reporting radiographers, sonographers and non-medical staff in their present and anticipated roles
• To support and participate in audit, REALM, research, teaching and administration




Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

• The overriding purpose of this role is to support the provision of the highest quality patient care and to contribute to continuous service improvement.
• To cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences
• To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs
• Responsibility for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally
• Participating in medical audit, the Trust’s Clinical Governance processes and in CPD – CPD time is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory
• To work in line with GMC Good Medical Practice
• To respond in a timely fashion to legitimate requests from Trust officers – this might include investigations of incidents or complaints.
• To participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups
• The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific
Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.

• To maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have an annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.


This advert closes on Wednesday 15 May 2024

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.


CONSULTANT GENERAL OPHTHALMOLOGISTWITH AN INTEREST IN NON-SURGICAL GLAUCOMA

Applications are invited for the permanent post ofConsultant Ophthalmologist

This is permanent post which will enhance the current establishment of NHS and academic staff of the Department of Ophthalmology, Alliance Hospitals and community practices. The successful appointee will be expected to participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and clinical audit. They will be required to undertake management duties and work in a multidisciplinary team.

The appointee will have a principle interest in General Ophthalmology with an interest in Non Surgical Glaucoma and they will be expected to contribute to the general Ophthalmology and Glaucoma service on the Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital site and associated community hospitals or GP practices. Participation on the on call rota and in the eye casualty department is essential.

Please note, the job description contains an illustrative job plan, and the final timetable will be discussed and agreed upon on appointment.

We suggest as a service you do come and take a tour of the department before interview.
• Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients.
• To share with colleagues responsibility for the day to day management of patients.
• To promote new ways of working and co-ordinating care for patients in the community and to ensure that the services are based on effective and integrated partnerships across the health community.
• Take part in multidisciplinary case conferences.
• Supervise and train junior medical staff.
• To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors.
• Teaching, research and administration.
• To proactively develop the service
• To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.

The appointee will join an active and enthusiastic team of 27 Ophthalmologists who work at the Leicester Royal infirmary, Leicester General Hospital, community hospitals and GP practice sites including Loughborough, Hinckley, Coalville, Melton, Market Harborough, Oakham, Wigston, Syston and Earl Shilton.

The Ophthalmology Service in UHL is currently providing patient care specialising in the areas of Medical retina, Uveitis, Oculoplastic, Lacrimal, Cornea, Glaucoma, Vitreoretinal surgery, Neuro Ophthalmology and Paediatric Ophthalmology.

Applicants must already be on the GMC specialist register or within 6 months of the interview date have a certificate of completion of specialist training.

As this post is regulated by the Protection of Children Act 1999, The Criminal Justice Courts Act 2000 and / or the Care Standards Act 2000 an enhanced police criminal records disclosure will be requested by the Trust in the event of a successful application.

Further information about the disclosure scheme can be found at the disclosures website.

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust consists of three acute teaching hospitals serving the population of Leicestershire. It is fully committed to Continuing Medical Education for consultants.



Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
• The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.
• The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency Program's appropriate to the role.
• To be able to provide support when needed in the emergency eye department.
• To be a point of escalation when the emergency department requires senior consultant advice.
• To provide Consultant Ophthalmology services at the University Hospitals of Leicester.
• To provide Consultant Ophthalmology services by way of Outpatient clinics and Outpatient procedure lists at the University Hospitals of Leicester and in peripheral units.
• To work flexibly and cooperatively with the other consultant Ophthalmologists to maximise the utilisation of outpatient procedure lists and outpatient clinics.
• To provide emergency Ophthalmology services to patients in Leicestershire on the on call rota
• To ensure the provision of good standards of practice and care as described in the GMC Guidance ‘Duties of a Doctor’ are followed at all times; and that bad practice is reported.
• To ensure that clinical practice is both effective and efficient and that appropriate monitoring of clinical care takes To actively participate in audit.
• To work with the Clinical Management Group (CMG) team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future.
• To provide continuing responsibility for the care of patients under their care and for the proper organisation and functioning of clinical practice.
• To work closely with other specialties, departments and outside agencies to deliver the objectives of the Department and CMG.
• To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents, as defined in the Trust’s ‘Critical Incident Policy’, are reported in a timely manner.
• To participate in yearly appraisal and job planning process.
• To undertake Mandatory & Statutory training as determined by the Trust and CMG.
• To support allied health professionals in their development and teaching.
• To Support the Nursing team in development and training.
• To provide a minimum of 1 session a week in the emergency eye department.


This advert closes on Tuesday 14 May 2024

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.


Locum CONSULTANT PHYSICIAN IN RESPIRATORY MEDICINE with an interest in Pleural & Lung Cancer

Applications are invited for a locum consultant post in Respiratory Medicine with special interest in Pleural & Lung Cancer at the University of Leicester NHS Trust.

This is post will allow the Trust to continue to develop its respiratory services. Respiratory Medicine at Glenfield Hospital has a national and international reputation for its academic and clinical services. Clinically, we have specialist services in lung cancer with advanced bronchoscopic and pleural techniques, chronic suppurative lung infections, Cystic Fibrosis, TB, domiciliary ventilation, airways disease,interstitial lung disease, exercise and sports medicine. The unique Leicester cardio-respiratory emergency streaming pathway has been operational since 2013 and enables patients in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland to be assessed at Glenfield Hospital by the cardio-respiratory teams.



All patients are assessed in the Clinical Decisions (CDU) and Coronary Care Units (CCU) following referral from GPs, 999 ambulances and the Emergency Department. CDU is the largest single cardio-respiratory receiving unit in the UK taking 50+ patients, on average, daily. 70% of our attendances are direct from primary care. Supporting this emergency workload we developed ambulatory care services for pulmonary embolus and pleural disease. We manage 5 base respiratory wards (129 beds) each with a sub-specialist theme comprising a short stay unit (ward 20), non-invasive ventilation (ward 15), cystic fibrosis and chronic suppurative lung disease (Ward 16), TB and higher dependency (ward 17) and pleural disease and cancer (ward 29).

Academically we have close links with both the Universities of Leicester and Loughborough. We host the NIHR Leicester Respiratory Biomedical Research Unit, the East Midlands Breathomics Pathology Node (EMBER) and are a core component of the Leicester Cancer Research UK Thoracic Oncology Centre. Respiratory Medicine also has a large teaching portfolio and the post holder will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate training.

Glenfield Respiratory services have a proven track record of innovation and the post holder will be expected to lead the on-going development of services.



Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

Further details are in the Job Description and Person Specification along with Service Overview

Glenfield Respiratory services have a proven track record of innovation and the post holder will be expected to lead the on-going development of services.




This advert closes on Wednesday 15 May 2024

Applications are invited for the post of Senior Clinical Scientist within the Department of Chemical Pathology and Metabolic Diseases, based at Leicester Royal Infirmary.

The applicant will contribute to service delivery in all sections of the laboratory. The Department has an established Blood Sciences Laboratory with full implementation of a Blood Sciences solution from Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics and is one of the largest integrated laboratories of its kind in the country covering the three acute hospital sites in Leicester.

The post holder will also be expected to participate in other activities within the Department including audit, teaching, EQA, research and development.
• The post holder will be a key member of the Department, providing scientific support as well as advice and result interpretation to service users.
• There will be a commitment to the department’s duty biochemist rota on a weekly basis. The post holder will also be expected to participate in other activities within the Department including audit, EQA, teaching, method development and research.
• The successful candidate will also contribute to service delivery in specialist sections of the laboratory including the National Centre for Adherence Testing and Forensic Toxicology.
• Applicants should have a good honours degree in a relevant science subject and hold a MSc in Clinical Biochemistry (or equivalent) or be near completion of pre-registration training in general clinical biochemistry. HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist is desirable but not essential.
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

• To participate in clinical audit and clinical governance.
• To participate in the provision and development of both a routine and specialist biochemistry service.
• To assist in the provision of a high quality 24/7 analytical and clinical biochemistry service.
• To participate in the provision of a reliable high quality analytical service that meets nationally accepted standards (UKAS or equivalent).
• To take all necessary measures to keep up to date with CPD in the discipline. This will include the reading of medical and scientific journals and attendance and participation in courses, seminars and scientific meetings (local, regional and national) as required.
• To evaluate and troubleshoot methods using specialist techniques and equipment.
• Critically appraise new information, as published in the literature, and apply this to the development of the Department.

Please see attached job description for more information.


This advert closes on Tuesday 9 Apr 2024

If you love supporting children and young people to recover and achieve their potential then this is the post for you! Using both occupational therapy and physiotherapy skills you can be the person to help a patient reach that next milestone and beyond.

We have an opportunity for a permanent Therapy Support Worker to join our fantastic Paediatric Therapy Team of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists 37.5 hours/ week. The Paediatric team provides services to paediatric intensive care and high dependency units, neo-natal unit, East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre, surgical and medical wards, orthopaedics, oncology, neurology, respiratory clinics and the maternity wards, providing optimum care and ensuring delivery of a safe, effective and efficient service.

Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy provides key therapeutic assessments and interventions to patients in order to promote independence and facilitate optimum function for individuals working with patients, families and carers and the multi-disciplinary team to achieve agreed outcomes for patients.

This role will contribute to the provision of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy within specified clinical areas such as Orthopaedics, neurology, High Dependency Unit, Cystic Fibrosis and respiratory. This includes identified clinical, administrative and educational roles.

To provide Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy interventions in line with agreed post operative protocols, including supervision of PEP devices.

To carry a clinical caseload which has been discussed and delegated to them by the relevant team member who has delegation responsibilities for this task.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
• To work with those who have communication/language difficulties and complex needs to overcome, in a sensitive and professional manner.
• Develop, maintain and promote effective professional working relationships with other disciplines and members of the Therapy Team.
• To liaise with other disciplines concerned with the care and treatment of patients.
• To participate in and actively contribute to departmental meetings including staff meetings.
• To maintain high standards of verbal and written communication using a wide range of skills to receive, interpret and convey detailed and relatively complex information clearly and accurately in familiar and new situations.
• To maintain a professional level of record keeping in accordance with UHL Documentation Policies and professional guidelines.
• Be responsible for managing a clinical caseload under non-directive supervision in order to facilitate a timely and safe discharge from hospital/Occupational Therapy and/or Physiotherapy. To develop and deliver a Therapy care plan in conjunction with the patient and the relevant team member from referral to discharge/transfer of care within defined protocols where the overall patient goal is clear.
• To treat patients individually or in a group in a variety of settings without the direct supervision or presence of a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist including the patient’s home.
• To obtain information from individuals about their health status and needs.
• To enable individuals to make health choices and decisions.
• To document interventions in a timely and accurate manner.
• To liaise with and involve the patient's carers with the patient’s treatment.
• Evaluate and process referrals from the designated ward (s/service) under the guidance of a registered Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist in order to ensure the patient receives the appropriate Occupational Therapy/ Physiotherapy intervention based on clinical and therapeutic pathways.
• Set outcome related goals with the patient in order to meet the needs of the patient.
• Plan, deliver, evaluate, and progress Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy interventions using clinical decision making skills in order to work towards and achieve identified Therapy/patient goals.
• Apply knowledge of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy processes, techniques and tools in order to deliver appropriate treatment interventions and facilitate appropriate clinical decisions.
• To use specialist techniques for the handling of patients with physical deficits often within confined spaces.
• To take a lead role during Home Assessments if clinically indicated with a registered Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist present.
• To undertake access visits and assess for minor adaptations if clinically indicated to assess a patients home circumstances as required under the guidance of a registered Occupational Therapist.
• To liaise with Social Services, Community Therapy Services and other community agencies with regard to provision of equipment, treatment and/or support for patients on discharge and refer to external agencies as appropriate.
• To provide written reports of assessments/treatment/interventions for inclusion in medical notes internal/external to UHL as appropriate.
• Assess patient’s requirements for clinical/therapeutic devices ensuring appropriate training/education is provided for patients/carers.
• To report back to the supervising clinician any relevant information regarding the patient and their circumstances.
• Ensure clinical and non-clinical working practices are consistent with Therapy Service and UHL standards, in order to monitor and maintain the quality of care delivered to the patients.
• Undertake and deliver appropriate training and development to maintain a high quality of service including team development/in service training.
• To recognise own limitations and awareness of when to seek guidance from registered staff.
• To support the Therapy Service in promoting the role and value of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy to other healthcare professionals and the public.
• Deliver education and training relating to specific Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy interventions to Therapy Support Staff, patients and carers within your scope of practice.
• To act as a resource within your scope of practice when working alongside other members of the Therapy team, during the implementation of routine work.
• To participate in relevant multi-disciplinary team meetings in order to represent Occupational Therapy and/or Physiotherapy intervention and make recommendations as appropriate in the best interest of patients under the guidance of a registered Therapist.
• To participate in the induction of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Staff.
• To undertake an annual appraisal and actively participate in the setting and achieving of objectives.
• To actively participate in monthly formal one: one meetings.
• To ensure that duties undertaken are within scope of practice and within the limits of competence and authority.
• To liaise with colleagues and work across site and speciality if appropriate in order to ensure the provision of a seamless equitable service.
• To participate in the collection, recording and inputting of statistical information e.g. TIARA.
• To be involved in clinical audit and related clinical governance activity within the service.
• To have shared responsibility for monitoring the safety of patients and team members whilst working in the hospital/community (e.g. home assessments) and be responsible for actioning emergency procedures if their safety is compromised.
• Take responsibility for maintaining own up to date mandatory and statutory training.
• To share responsibility for administrative duties and departmental tidiness.


This advert closes on Thursday 11 Apr 2024

Antenatal & Postnatal Ward Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a Ward Manager to lead one of the combined antenatal/postnatal wards at University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL) NHS Trust. This post is offered for Ward 30, Leicester General Hospital at this time. Planned reconfiguration of maternity services means this may change in the future.

The Ward Manager will have daily responsibility for a busy 32 bedded ward, proving antenatal and postnatal care to women with a range of complex needs and their babies. The successful candidate will have a passion for providing inpatient care; meeting the needs of the service users and striving to achieve high clinical standards at all times.

The role involves both clinical and managerial work and requires a high level of commitment to work to support the ward area, the maternity unit as a whole, the cross site maternity services as well as the wider service provision across the Trust, when required.

You will be a strong, organised leader who can manage ever changing demands. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to develop excellent team working. You will need to demonstrate compassionate leadership and support colleagues as required.

You will have a significant role to play in managing patient safety incidents, complaints and addressing conflict to try and ensure early resolution for service users.

Take 24 hour accountability and responsibility for the given area. Be visible, accessible and responsive to the needs of service users, patients, carers and the public.

Provide direction and effective and inspirational leadership to the midwifery and multi-disciplinary team (including ancillary and clinical support staff) within the area for which they are accountable.

To act as an expert clinical practitioner, providing; both personally and through their ward team, an excellent quality of care to patients and service users.

Act as a clinical and managerial role model within the ward team, CMG and across the wider organisation.

To hold the Unit Bleep, managing capacity, activity and staffing, incidents and complaints on a rota basis including weekends and Bank Holidays.

Provide a supportive environment for all students and learners on placement within the ward/unit for which they are responsible.

To deputise for the Matron when required

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

To be the accountable budget holder for the ward/department, undertaking cost containment strategies where appropriate.

Supervise the allocation and utilisation of staff ensuring maximum effectiveness for care delivery within the department. Actively engage in the Trust’s selection, recruitment and retention strategies.

To line-manage a large team of Midwives and support workers based at LGH- This will include undertaking sickness management, appraisals and managing and supporting staff in line with Trust policies

To ensure that all care provided reflects Trust policy and guidance. To identify areas of poor clinical care, developing and implementing strategies to improve performance.

To be proactive in the risk assessment, management and clinical incident reporting and management of complaints.

To facilitate communication regarding shared experiences of care that will benefit the needs and experiences of women and their families.

Build working relationships across Divisions and other departments, referring hospitals and Primary Care.


This advert closes on Wednesday 3 Apr 2024