Total 12 job vacancies in Dartford, DA1 5BW

Patient Handling Moving patients between beds and trolleys as required Assisting in positioning of patients in preparation for surgery. Transporting patients internal and external to the department Maintaining a high standard of patient trolley cleanliness Demonstrate a professional and polite manner when transferring patients General Duties Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness within the department. Ensure that the department is kept tidy at all times especially corridors. Assist in maintaining table attachments, keeping them clean and tidy Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of all equipment. Assist in the movement of used instruments, linen and clinical/domestic waste to collection points Provide general messenger duties as required Support Theatre staff with the collection and management of specimens as required To demonstrate competence in collecting blood products from blood bank in a timely manner. Able to complete relevant documentation. Seek advice/support from supervisor or other senior members of staff in situations that are unfamiliar Stock Control Assist with maintenance of stock levels within the department by completion of stock check forms and placing of internal orders and by ensuring that the goods are checked in and put away in the required location. Change and replenish medical gas cylinders as required. Assist and support with the collection and recording of good received ensuring that trust policies are followed. Professional Values To act in a professional manner and ensure Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire Foundation Trust Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential and meets appropriate Trust standards in line with the Data Protection Act Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment To report any accidents or incidents as described by the Trusts policy and procedures To take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and of other persons To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, maintaining a smart appearance at all times To assist other wards, departments and teams within the Trust as and when required by Service needs To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet

The post holder will be required to deal with complex, emotional, and confidential facts and situations that may require them to make difficult decisions to resolve the situations and/or issues. During this time the post holder will be required to show professionalism whilst demonstrating empathy and maintaining confidentiality at all times. The post holder is expected to assist in the creation and reviewing of policies and departmental procedures, once agreed implement the changes within the departments of responsibility. The post holder will be required to undertake Datix, disciplinary, sickness absence, health & safety, and moving and handling investigations in a fair, objective and professional manner, ensuring that where appropriate action/sanctions are taken and that consideration of preventive action is implemented. The post holder will be responsible for identifying and undertaking all types of risk assessments for example but not exclusive, health & safety, COSHH, moving & handling, and to lead on any subsequent action plans that may occur as a result of the risk assessment being undertaken, ensuring that all actions/assessments are discussed with the relevant staff teams/groups and are implemented maintaining controls, contingencies and action. Provide an efficient and effective response to deal with day to day enquires and complaints, escalating complex issues to the relevant manager. To report variances and reduction in service to the appropriate Facilities manager, identifying reasons and assisting with the establishment of a remedial action plan to ensure services are delivered. To manage own diary ensuring that all meetings, hearings, staff/management one-to-ones are attended in a timely fashion. To undertake audits ensuring that all evidence required is gathered appropriately and that all necessary documentation is completed correctly and that any resulting urgent actions are communicated to the relevant parties as soon as feasibly possible, and required written reports and documentation are forwarded to the appropriate member of staff/organisation in a professional and timely fashion. To assist in the design and implementation of all bespoke departmental training courses. Ensure that the services/departments of management responsibility and indeed yourself (the post holder) attend all mandatory and other job specific training as required, keeping accurate records of completion. Undertake/arrange and attend team/department meetings on a regular basis and contribute to building effective teamwork in exchanging views and ideas and communicating effectively, ensuring that minutes are taken when required. To provide short-term cover for colleagues during periods of leave. The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The post holder will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by the Facilities and directorate management teams.

To undertake any other tasks as required by the EBME Manager in accordance with the grade and nature of the post. The post holder will be a member of a mobile team and as such may be required to undertake his/her duties anywhere within the district as and when the need arises. A department van is provided for this purpose for which a current driving license is required. To undertake physical decontamination (cleaning) and inspection of pressure redistribution systems, ensuring items are complete, working and available for re-issue. Exact procedures for decontamination will be determined by the Infection control team and must be followed at all times. To undertake cleaning of medical devices by the use of washer-dryers or manually where required using personal protective equipment where provided. To Support and make regular deliveries and collections of pressure redistribution systems (dynamic mattresses) to wards and departments as required. Ad hoc and emergency deliveries or collections may also be required throughout the day. Certain activities will require handling and lifting of medical devices however appropriate handling equipment will be provided. To maintain accurate computerised database records of all dynamic mattress systems issued from and returned to the Warwick Hospital equipment loan store. To produce reports from the database of usage as requested. To liaise with external contractors where pressure distribution systems have to be sent away for an extensive deep clean. To report and support the diagnosis of faults and withdraw systems from service if equipment requires routine tests and checks or is known to be faulty. To identify faulty Matress components and replace as necessary ensuring to record information for department cross charging. To perform all necessary work within the department and to be flexible when demands upon the department requires a fast response. Undertakes all assigned work without immediate supervision utilising department supplies and collaborating directly with other departments and suppliers as necessary. To ensure efficient utilisation of spare parts and to monitor stock control raising purchase order requisitions as necessary. To propose and be prepared to implement changes to departmental working practices and to assist the Assistant Sterile Services Manager in the preparation of reports and feedback of pressure relieving systems as and when required. To undertake training and development as required, both in operational matters related to the work of the department and any mandatory courses e.g. fire lectures. To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives. To ensure at all times that work is performed in accordance with health and safety legislation, statutory requirements and other regulations that are applicable to the department function.

Clinical responsibilities: The post-holder will be required to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing/authorising repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion. Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation. Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems. Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health. Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate. Recording clear and concise consultation notes Collecting data for audit purposes. Prescribing in accordance with local formulary and national guidelines The post-holder may be required to visit patients during surgery time in an emergency if clinically indicated. The post-holder may be required to support enhanced access sessions as per the needs of the PCN. Communication Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment. Recognise the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating. Delivering a quality service Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality, including participating in shared learning across the practice, PCN and wider organisation. Work as part of the team to seek feedback, continually improve the service and contribute to business planning. Learning and development Take responsibility for own learning and performance through continuous professional development, including participating in supervision, acting as a positive role model and assessing own learning needs. Act as a mentor and positive role model to students and junior members of staff, sharing information and good practice. Contribute to education and training of trainee clinical staff and students. Maintaining confidentiality The GP will, as an integral part of and in the course of carrying out his/her role, have access to confidential and sometimes sensitive information relating to patients, carers and family members, as well as similar information about colleagues. They may also have access to confidential information about the practices and the PCN. All such information, in whatever format and howsoever made available, must be treated with the strictest confidence. All such information held within and outside of the practice will be shared only as necessary, and in accordance with the practices confidentiality / data sharing policies, and in line with data protection legislation and the Freedom of Information Act. Equality and diversity The GP will comply with the practices equality and diversity policy, and legislation relating to equality and diversity. Support the equality and diversity of patients, carers and colleagues by recognising the importance of peoples rights and interpreting them in a way that is consistent with policy, procedures and current legislation. Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues by behaving in a manner which is welcoming, non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Professional development Participate in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own professional development Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working Work with your line manager to undertake continual personal and professional development, access regular supervision and take an active part in reviewing and developing the roles and responsibilities of the post.

To provide a professional receptionist/help-desk service and be the main point of contact for visitors to the department. Deal with enquiries on all levels from staff to Clients/ visitors. Provide the required support to comply with the Trusts Management of Contractors on Site Policy, ensuring that the relevant signing in form has been completed by visitors/contractors/managers. Receive telephone maintenance requests and deal with such calls promptly and in a professional manner. Ensure all call information is inputted into the maintenance breakdown database and re-direct calls as appropriate to other individuals or departments. To ensure that relevant EBME Technical staff are informed of urgent requests promptly via mobile phones/bleeps. Ensure the appropriate record keeping system for external contractors service reports and department work orders are maintained in line with the Trusts Contractors and departments Policies. Develop contract renewal documentation and monitor compliance to service agreements in line with Trust Procurement policies and procedures. Provide a comprehensive administration support to the EBME department ensuring all new medical device asset information is entered onto the maintenance database and where applicable all paperwork relating to purchases, transfers and disposals is maintained and filed appropriately. Provide comprehensive administration support to the EBME Manager processing and maintaining department documentation including the raising of purchase orders, Invoice receipting overseeing invoice queries, spare parts receipting, stock control and filing of all relating documentation to support the Deal efficiently with the departments incoming post prioritising letters associated to risk health and safety and redirecting as appropriate. Carry out packaging of goods for repair and coordinate shipment to various suppliers and manufacturers. Attend dept and Trust meetings and take minutes and transcribe.

HGV Class 2 Driver / IPAF Operator – South East & London

Are you an experienced operator ready to take on a new challenge? Join us as an HGV Class 2 Driver / IPAF Operator, covering the South East & London regions with a team dedicated to safety, teamwork, and excellence.

What is offered:

• Salary From £32,000 + OT
• Mobile phone allowance to keep you connected
• Pension scheme to support your future
• 22 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with additional days for length of service
• Milestone rewards to recognise your commitment and achievements
• Annual incentives such as raffles and employee recognition programmes
• Eyecare vouchers to support your wellbeing

About the Role

As an HGV Class 2 Driver / IPAF Operator, you’ll operate high-reach truck-mounted access equipment across various sites in the South East and London. This mobile, home-based role requires occasional visits to our depots. You’ll use your skills to deliver safe, efficient service, providing an invaluable resource to our clients.

Key Responsibilities for the HGV Class 2 Driver / IPAF Operator:

• Operate truck-mounted access platforms reaching up to 56m and beyond
• Provide exceptional customer service with a focus on safety and efficiency
• Work both independently and as part of a dedicated team
• Support a culture of quality service and continuous improvement

About You

Are you organised, motivated, and seeking a role where you’ll feel valued? If you have the skills we need in an HGV Class 2 Driver / IPAF Operator, this opportunity could be a great fit. We’re looking for someone who brings:

• HGV Class 2 and IPAF 1b licences
• At least 3 years of industry experience in powered access or similar roles
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a positive, customer-focused approach

How to Apply for the HGV Class 2 Driver / IPAF Operator Role

If you’re ready to make an impact as an HGV Class 2 Driver / IPAF Operator, please apply, alternatively send your CV to Tyler on tyler.silsby@pathrecruitment.com or call on 01933 667224

Service Engineer (Field/Mobile Mechanic/Vehicle Technician)

Croydon, Rochester, Tunbridge, Dartford, Redhill Areas

8am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday

£31,000 - £36,000 Dependant on Experience

Benefits: Paid Door to Door Travel + Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0 (OTE £40-45K) + Fully Expensed Ford Transit Custom Van (can be used for personal use) + Fuel Card + 6% Employer and 4% Employee Pension + Training Package + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + IT Equipment + Uniform and Washed Weekly + Shopping/Discount Vouchers

Service Engineer (Field) role available in a highly successful and international manufacturer of forklift trucks. You’ll enjoy a local field based role offering comprehensive on the job training, extensive benefits package and progression routes.

The Service Engineer (Field) role will be suitable for engineers from any kind of plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment. This is also a great career opportunity for vehicle technicians looking to move into a new industry as the company will fully train. You need to demonstrate mechanical service and repair skills, ideally have engine diagnostic and some basic electrical skills.

The company are a manufacturer of forklift trucks. Part of a team in the area, you'll be responsible for carrying out planned maintenance and breakdown coverage on a range of forklifts and associated equipment. No stay away or extensive travel is required. Overtime is available if desired mostly in the week.

The Service Engineer (Field) Role in Brief:

*Carry out PPM and breakdown on materials handling machinery on a field service engineering basis
*Reactive breakdown coverage within the allocated geographical area
*Complete comprehensive training to get fully competent on all machinery and equipment
*Spares placed in van overnight

The Person Required:

*Plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment, automotive technicians/motor trade will also be suitable
*Engine diagnostics and some basic electrical skills
*Ideally hold a level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject

Clinical responsibilities: Maintains personal contact with patients and meets their needs on anindividual basis, using the process of listening, assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care. Can deal with the anxieties of relatives and arranges the support they may need. Reports any untoward incidents. Maintains security. Carries out Midwifery care to the highest possible standard according to agreed policies and procedures, and the Midwives, Rules and Code of Practice. Ensures that the appropriate practitioner is informed promptly of any complication in the mothers or babys condition. Is prepared to work in areas of the midwifery service other than the ward / department / community in which based, if required to do so to meet the needs of the service. Able to manage a caseload in the community; to take 24-hour responsibility for area of practice including participating in an on- call rota; with the further opportunity for some posts to be rotational to the hospital. Maintains the supply and custody of drugs, medicines etc, including keeping of agreed register. Ensures that measuring, administration and recording of all drugs and medicines is carried out in accordance with the rules of the NMC, and as laid down in Trust policy. Ensures accurate and contemporaneous records of all care given and audit same. Complete and monitor other records as required by statue and local policy. Liaise with all other personnel regarding access to the department, promoting relationships to enhance the quality of care to the consumer and ensuring effective communication with health care professionals. To ensure that evidence based practice is implemented and audited on a regular basis, to encourage and promote innovative practice. Please see attached job description for more information.

Patient contact will largely be incidental with the exception of patient requests for access to Health Records, which may be received in person. Help to oversee and support the wellbeing of the team Assist with recruitment and retention coordinating and adjusting the daily workload of the teams Notify the DHROM of areas of pressure that may exist so these can be reviewed; help the DHROM mitigate or resolve departmental pressures using basic problem solving and analytical skills Undertake initial performance management and sickness absence tasks and procedures as per Trust policies. This will occasionally involve distressing circumstances e.g. if a staff member requires informal capability or conduct management. Undertake annual appraisals and ensuring staff are cross-trained in all aspects of the scanning bureau processes whilst ensuring any barriers to understanding are addressed Ensure all new starters are provided with welcome and training packs on their first day and provided with uniform Help to arrange Trust and Local induction for new staff Actively participate in and support the departments maintenance of the BSI 10008 compliance accreditation.

To ensure accurate extraction of complex clinical details relating to diagnoses and operative procedures for each consultant episode from patient medical records To engage and support the internal continuous audit process ensuring that a personal IG level 2 audit result is achieved and maintain To assist in the daily supervision of trainee and less experienced clinical coding staff providing mentorship and cultivating a supportive learning environment To interpret histology and radiology reports to ensure accuracy of the coding process To undertake the coding of extracted information ensuring adherence to National Standards and local policies To accurately enter the clinical codes onto the Trust information system PAS/Medicode To identify insufficient/incorrect clinical data in source documentation and using own initiative to raise the query for resolution with other relevant departments To share and assist other colleagues with personal coding experience and promote a learning environment at workplace To organise daily workload efficiently so that personal coding targets are met, including allocated Consultant backlog list, supporting the coding team in achieving high standards of coding completeness and accuracy at agreed timescales To take responsibility for self-development on a continuous basis by studying for the Auditor and/or Trainer qualification, if required by the Trust. To participate in ongoing coding training and testing to meet National Standards and Trust requirements. This may require travelling to other organisations outside core working hours To liaise with Clinicians and their support staff concerning interpretation of case note documentation affecting coding To investigate and correct coded clinical data rejected or queried by recipient information systems To communicate complex coding rules to clinical coding staff, medical, clinical and administrative staff and external agencies. Implement agreed local policy directives and assist in the development of local coding policies which impact on the various service areas Undertake/Participate in complex audits To work across all specialities

Professional Values To act in a professional manner and ensure Trust standards aremaintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all whocome into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust Uphold the Trust values and standards at all times. Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidentialand meet Trust standards in line with the Data Protection Act Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work inorder to maintain high morale and motivation within the team.Promoting a professional and positive working environment To report any accidents or incidents as described by the Trusts policyand procedures ensuring an open and transparent culture To take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and ofother persons To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, maintaining a smartappearance at all times To assist other wards, departments and teams within the Trust as andwhen required by Service needs To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internetusage To ensure children and adults are protected from abuse andavoidable harm and report any safeguarding concerns in accordancewith Trust policies and procedures. Clinical Practice To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registeredprofessional who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care. To carry out duties as specified within the Trusts approved core task listfor Clinical Support Workers/Health Care Assistants To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause forconcern or any observed changes in the client or patients condition. Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised care under thedirection and supervision of the registered professional. To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to aregistered Professional To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned bya registered professional, maintaining confidentiality at all times. To assist in the preparation of patients for treatment, investigations orprocedures as directed by the registered professional. To keep the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe environment. To adhere to Trust infection control procedures, demonstrating anunderstanding of cross infection. To chaperone or escort patients as needed under the direction of theregistered professional. To support relatives demonstrating compassion and empathy under theguidance of a registered professional. To assist with the discharge process for patients as directed by theregistered professional. Communications and Interpersonal Relationships Welcome patients, relatives and visitors to the clinical area, providingassistance, support and information where required. Being aware ofbarriers to effective communication. Always introduce yourself in line with the Trusts privacy and dignitypromises and the principles of good customer service. To answer the telephone when necessary in a polite, courteous mannerand pass on enquiries to the registered professional. Communicate effectively within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure thatpatient care is well planned and coordinated. Contribute to the reporting, handover and documentation of patient careunder the direct supervision of a registered professional maintainingconfidentiality at all times. Report incidents, accidents and complaints as per Trust Policy and tothe senior professional on duty, ensuring an open and transparentculture. Use the Trust information support system and other computer systemsas required by the clinical area in accordance with Trust policy. Team Working Take all reasonable steps to ensure the safe keeping of patients property inaccordance with Trust policy Promote a professional, welcoming and uncluttered environment; keep allstorage areas safe, clean and tidy. To share responsibility in the care and maintenance of all equipment in theclinical area including all equipment cleaning. Ensure all waste and soiled linen is disposed of in line with Trust policy. Participate in audit under the direction of the registered professional Clean and check beds, bed spaces and lockers following discharge and inpreparation for admission (inpatient areas only). Ensure deliveries are stored correctly and stock maintained to the requiredlevel. Support the housekeeper with general housekeeping duties, reporting asnecessary essential cleaning needs (inpatient areas only). Education, Training and Personal Development To ensure attendance at mandatory training sessions, i.e. infection control,resuscitation and manual handling training. To complete the Trusts Clinical Support Worker/Healthcare AssistantInduction programme. To participate in the Trust Appraisal process To undertake training as necessary for the development of the post and therelevance of the department including IT and clinical skills. To continue personal development in relation to identified objectives. Maintain up to date knowledge of changes in policies and proceduresrelevant to the post.

Royal Mail is something special, a well–loved brand people can rightly be proud of. We have the assets, the infrastructure and the scale that others don’t, yet we are a big part of the communities we operate in, making billions of precious deliveries each year. Our people are at the heart of our business and are integral to helping us to utilise the latest technology and business approaches to optimise, automate and digitise our operations.

Job ref: 320389
Starting salary of £23,290 (£11.75 per hour) increasing to £25,679 (£12.95 per hour), on completion of 6 month probation period. Plus, an additional supplement of £824 per annum pro rota, nightshift allowance and excellent benefits (based on a 38 hour full time week).

The role will attract an Outer London weighting allowance of £3,152 per annum (£1.58) pro rata. You could earn a total package of circa £30,000 per annum, including excellent benefits (based on a 38 hour full time week with overtime). Contract Type: Permanent Working hours: 38 Full time hours per week with opportunity for overtime. Typical attendance is Tuesday to Saturday 08:00
- 16:00. Location: Parcelforce Worldwide London South East, Thames Road, Crayford, DA1 4QX The Benefits
- Medical Care including eye and dental care
- Opportunity to increase earnings by working extra hours
- £24.41 per week driving allowance plus weekly bonus of up to £16
- Saturday & Sunday Premium
- Saturday an extra £4.01 per hour & Sunday an extra £6.01 per hour, this applies to contracted hours worked on a Saturday after 06:00 and Sunday 00:01 – 23:59
- Company pension scheme
- 4.5 weeks annual holiday entitlement, increasing with service
- Option to purchase additional leave direct from pay
- Career development opportunities
- Free full Uniform supplied
- Corporate discounts At Parcelforce Worldwide it’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it that matters. That’s why we’re on the lookout for an excellent Collection and Delivery Driver to join our dedicated team, support our growing business and exceed our customer’s expectations. About the roleFirst things first, you’ll start your day by planning your delivery route and carrying out safety checks on your vehicle. Then you’ll be busy collecting and delivering parcels to households and businesses. You’ll go the extra mile for our customers as you deliver everything from birthday presents to vital business information. In return, you’ll get a rewarding role including best-in-industry benefits. About you
Naturally friendly, you’re a positive and proactive person looking for a long-term career in an ambitious and growing company. A brilliant team player, you’ve the ability to build good relationships with everyone you work with – always seeking the best results for our customers. It’s important that you’re able to lift and carry parcels weighing up to 30kg. It’s essential that you have a full UK manual driving licence (in your current UK address) covering up to 3.5 tonnes (Cat B) In an ideal world you’ll have a clean licence but it definitely shouldn’t have more than 6 penalty points. And, just so you know, you’ll be required to show your licence at your assessment. About us
Parcelforce Worldwide provides express parcel delivery across the UK. We employ over 5,500 people and operate across a network of 54 depots throughout the UK. Our intelligent use of technology helps ensure we stay one-step ahead, and everyone that works for us has the responsibility to create a smooth and efficient service. We are always thinking ahead, and we’re always looking for friendly and committed people to join our diverse and supportive team.

Interested? We can’t wait to hear from you.

Trust is important to everything we do in Parcelforce. We want to build that trust from the very beginning of your journey with us. The first step is your interview; and we mean your interview. We want to give you the opportunity to present us with your best examples. As a result, we will provide you with your interview questions ahead of the interview taking place, to allow you time to prepare in advance. We want to be transparent about what kind of qualities we are looking for and what a job with Parcelforce entails. Trust on the doorstep starts with you.

Please note once our maximum number of applications has been reached, this advert will be closed.