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JOB SUMMARY To provide specialist pharmaceutical support to the 5 Practices of Severnvale Primary Care Network. To liaise with patients, clinical and non-clinical staff, practice, hospital and community pharmacists and patient's carers to improve the pharmaceutical care of patients. To consult with patients. To support the Senior Clinical Pharmacist and fellow Clinical Pharmacists role to maximise support to all clinical and non-clinical practice staff to improve patient care in relation to all aspects of medicines and their impact. To provide clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement and be responsible for supporting the GPs in implementing effective medicines management within the practices, including undertaking searches and audits identifying areas for improvement, initiating and managing change, and monitoring budgets. To support in the day to day management of the PCN Prescription Hub. To help provide leadership to PCN pharmacy technician and Prescription Hub Prescription Clerk Care Co-ordinators. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To carry out medication reviews and structured medication reviews for patients both in the surgery, in care homes or for housebound patients - with single or multiple medical problems where medicines optimisation is required; reviewing the need for each medicine and providing recommendations for other clinicians on prescribing. To consult with patients, by telephone and face to face according to competency. This may include patients with long term conditions, e.g. hypertension, CVD, diabetes as well as medication reviews. To reconcile medicines following discharge from hospitals or intermediate care and working with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medicines they need post-discharge. To support in the management of the repeat prescribing process, helping to manage repeat prescription requests, resolving queries where possible and producing prescriptions for clinical review and signature. To ensure patients have appropriate monitoring tests in place when required. To undertake clinical and medication audits in priority areas, such as QOF, IIF , NICE guidance, CQC searches and other agreed target areas, feeding your findings back to the network teams and implementing actions as appropriate Provide independent information to patients regarding medicines and prescribing changes, initiating further support from other healthcare professionals where appropriate To participate in the review of policies relating to medicines management and prescribing To support in identifying areas of clinical risk at network level and make recommendations to support the introduction of new working practices that will optimise the quality of prescribing and make more efficient use of network resources To help support the Practice Clinical, Management and Administrative Teams to implement procedural and service changes relating to prescribing to ensure best practice is adopted in accordance with local guidelines, legislation, directives and safety updates e.g. NICE, MRA etc. To support in the provision of education and training to primary healthcare teams on therapeutics and medicines optimisation To participate in multidisciplinary clinical meetings within the network To maintain own clinical and professional competence and be responsible for own continuous professional development This job description is not intended to be a complete list of duties and responsibilities but is a guide for information to the role. The job description will be periodically reviewed in light of the developing work requirements. The postholder will be expected to contribute towards that revision.

We are looking to appoint a consultant who will offer a high quality, clinical service for the rehabilitation of patients with acquired brain injury, provide clinical leadership to the inter-disciplinary team and play an integral role in the further development of rehabilitation pathways across the South West. The successful candidate will be offered the opportunity to contribute to both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and the development of academic and research interests will be encouraged. There is also the possibility of appointing to the site medical director position, which is ideal for those looking for a first management role or for those who already hold medical management responsibilities within their current portfolio. The site is part of the wider Active Care Group Neuro Network (consisting of 25+ sites) nationally and collaborates with local NHS services due to a joint working arrangement with North Bristol NHS Trust. We focus on the use of clinical expertise, innovation and technology to meet patient’s expectations of rehabilitation goals.. Our team work closely together to ensure that every team member is working towards the same practical, realistic goals and that all therapies are focused on the areas that will enable patients to achieve those clearly defined and agreed goals. Conditions we support, but are not limited to: Acquired Brain Injury Anoxic Brain Injury Brain Tumour Complex Stroke Traumatic Brain Injury Inflammatory and infective conditions Key Responsibilities Clinical Leading the multidisciplinary team that undertakes assessments for admissions to the service within our partner acute hospital Providing outstanding, outcome based rehabilitation care Leading the multidisciplinary team in the care and treatment of our patients, including weekly ward round review Attend family meetings, case review meetings and discharge planning meetings as required Practise evidence-based care through national standards and guidelines Provide supervision to their allocated junior doctor Prepare for and participate in external reviews (CQC, Quality Network reviews); liaison with NHSE and participation in local networks and pathways Management Attendance, and contribution to, the Active Care Group Neuro clinical governance meeting. Participate in service development, through research, innovation and local audit. Continue strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, particularly our partners in the NHS Supervision and support of the site based junior doctor. Engagement in National Networks Ongoing personal development through CPD and annual appraisal (and adhering to the GMC’s “Good Medical Practice” + / - Medical Director Role A key member of the site based Senior Management Team (including the Hospital Director and Matron) Co-chairing (with Hospital Director) site based clinical governance – focus on quality assurance; thematic review of incidents, safeguarding, clinical model delivery, supervision and training, as well as a focus on reducing restrictive practices. Pharmacy and Medical Management – in conjunction with Ashton’s Pharmacy; reviewing assurance processes around engagement from clinical teams with the pharmacy team Chair the local site based Medical Advisory Committee Develop a CPD programme at site for multi-professionals External facing engagement with CQC, local authority and the Provider Collaborative Medical recruitment, supervision and training and development Management of the out of hours medical on-call rota Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications Full registration with GMC with licence to practice MRCP (Required) CCT in Rehabilitation Medicine (Required) Working within an inpatient rehabilitation setting treating those with neurological or brain injury (Desirable) Evidenced based practice Confidence in engaging internal and external stakeholders Patient centred, outcomes-based care Working Environment Requirement for 37.5 hours a week (full time) Junior doctor support Site based clinical governance and Medical Advisory Committee Meeting Opportunity to develop leadership skills through the existing Group wide committee meetings (e.g. Research and Development and Drugs and Therapeutics Committee) What to look forward to A salary of £190,000 plus £30k Welcome Bonus for the Medical Director position (salary would be £180k + £10k for Medical Director responsibilities) Medical indemnity paid by Active Care Group Annual leave of 32 days (plus bank holidays) pro-rata for equivalent service Birthday off Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice A Nest Personal Pension account Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1000 by recommending someone you know ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group ACGSP

The Medical Secretaries and Admin team provides support to our clinical team 11,500 patients. You will be liaising on sensitive medical information, so a caring customer service communication style is essential. You will also facilitate effective communication between patients, members of the primary health care team, secondary care and other associated healthcare agencies. Your responsibilities will be: a) Provide full secretarial support to the consultants and member of their teams regarding general medical duties and specialist work. b) To liaise and communicate effectively with GPs, Practice Staff, Patients, Hospital Staff, Community Nursing Teams, ERS and Funding Team Personnel. c) Audio typing using digital dictation system to ensure routine NHS referral letters and private referrals are distributed efficiently and within a 5 working day period. Ensuring appropriate enclosures are attached to all referrals as necessary. d) Ensure 2WW referrals are dealt with within 24 hour working day period via the ERS system and contain all relevant information. e) Typing of private work within 10 working days on behalf of patients and generating invoices, ensuring invoice spread sheet is updated. f) Resolve queries from GPs via practice notes and Docman. g) Undertake queries on behalf of patients, contacting hospitals and other external agencies as needed. Endeavour to resolve, keeping patient informed. h) Record data accurately and appropriately connected to patients in order to ensure good communication and audit standards. i) To assist in the management of requests for copy notes and medical records. j) To assist in the receipt of patient requests for private work, making appointments and liaising with the appropriate clinician to ensure that work is completed in a timely fashion. k) Ensure that both new and existing patient records need to be kept up to date and accurately coded and recorded on EMIS l) Provide support to the clinical team by reducing their documentation workload and maintaining accurate medical records. m) Receive patient information and communication via various methods to include post, emails, electronic document management and any others as appropriate. n) Date stamp and scan all incoming paper documentation o) Code and workflow all paper and electronic documents. p) Action all urgent documents q) Review the content of incoming patient related correspondence. r) Prioritise and distribute, via electronic document management, appropriate patient information and correspondence to the appropriate people. s) Ensure documents are filed accurately to the correct patient record. t) Input data into patients healthcare records as necessary. u) Monitor shared email inboxes To thrive in this role, you will need to be organised, flexible and have good communication skills, alongside a top-level attention to detail. Working as a team to meet the needs of our patients is imperative. The ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritise their own workload is essential. In return, they will be working in a very friendly and supportive environment. This job description is not a complete list of duties but is intended to give a general indication of the range of work undertaken. It will vary over time as demands and priorities within the Practice change.

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What you'll be working: We're flexible, so you'll work a total 37.5 hours per week, on a rota basis (Days, Nights, Weekends) What you'll be doing: To be an active participant in the multidisciplinary team, formulating care plans and utilising appropriate assessments. In conjunction with other health professionals, assess and manage risks identified through assessment of patients/residents. To regularly review risk factors and work in conjunction with other health professionals to modify care plans as appropriate. Where applicable, to act as the primary nurse for inpatient stay. To ensure that clinical practice is evidenced based and consistent with relevant Guidelines (NICE, NMC, best practice) and the organisations policies and procedures. To undertake clinical supervision to further develop competence and clinical practice. To act as a mentor/preceptor to students/support workers or health care assistants as appropriate. To supervise junior staff in carrying out their care plans. To liaise effectively with all actively involved in the care process, including carers and relatives, aspiring to provide an effective, seamless and integrated service to patients/residents. To maintain and update relevant knowledge and skills; maintain a professional portfolio and participate in further training as appropriate, in order to enhance quality of care for patients/residents and carers. To comply with the Active Care Group Health and Safety Policies and Protocols in order to contribute to safe working practices. To protect vulnerable adults/children from internal/external factors and act as a Patient Advocate. What you'll have: A current NMC registration RN, RMN, RNLD A legal right to work in the UK We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer. What to look forward to: 25 days plus bank holidays Birthday off Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice A Nest Personal Pension account Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 for Nurses, Therapists & Doctors, £500 all other roles, by recommending someone you know ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

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To carry responsibility for developing policy and procedurein the area the job holder is currently working on at a point in time, including briefings, commissioning, business or resources. Responsible for proposing and drafting changes, implementation and interpretation to policies, guidelines and service level agreements (SLAs) which may impact within Department or Directorate. Champion equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and ensure that activities take account of EDI requirements. The post holder will be required to communicate and provide highly complex information to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Commit to working and engaging constructively with internal and external stakeholders on a range of contentious issues. To operate in a highly political and sensitive environment. Assist with public relations and marketing activities.

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Health Care Practitioner Line Manager Nurse Manager Accountable to Nurse Manager Hours per week 18 Job Summary To be responsible for the delivery of phlebotomy and other associated tasks, working as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population. The post holder will work under indirect supervision of the clinical team and undertake tasks and duties delegated. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of the patients, following policies and procedures. Generic Responsibilities All staff at The Orchard Medical Centre have a duty to conform to the following: Equality, Diversity & Inclusion A good attitude and positive action towards ED&I creates and environment where all individuals are able to achieve their full potential. Creating such an environment is important for three reasons: it improves operational effectiveness, it is morally the right thing to do, and it is required by law. Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Patients have a responsibility to treat other patients and our staff with dignity and respect. Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression. Staff can expect to work in an environment where diversity is valued and equality of opportunity is promoted. Staff will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that you treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect. Safety, Health, Environment and Fire (SHEF) This practice is committed to supporting and promoting opportunities to for staff to maintain their health, well-being and safety. You have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for you, your team and others, and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements. All personnel are to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Environment Act 1995, Fire Precautions (workplace) Regulations 1999 and other statutory legislation. Confidentiality This practice is committed to maintaining an outstanding confidential service. Patients entrust and permit us to collect and retain sensitive information relating to their health and other matters, pertaining to their care. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect all staff will respect their privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times. It is essential that if, the legal requirements are to be met and the trust of our patients is to be retained that all staff protect patient information and provide a confidential service. Quality & Continuous Improvement (CI) To preserve and improve the quality of our output, all personnel are required to think not only of what they do, but how they achieve it. By continually re-examining our processes, we will be able to develop and improve the overall effectiveness of the way we work. The responsibility for this rests with everyone working within the practice to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice. This practice continually strives to improve work processes which deliver health care with improved results across all areas of our service provision. We promote a culture of continuous improvement, where everyone counts and staff are permitted to make suggestions and contributions to improve our service delivery and enhance patient care. Learning and Development The effective use of training and development is fundamental in ensuring that all staff are equipped with the appropriate skills, knowledge, attitude and competences to perform their role. All staff will be required to partake and complete mandatory training as directed by the training coordinator, as well as participating in the practice training programme. Staff will also be permitted (subject to approval) to undertake external training courses which will enhance their knowledge and skills, progress their career and ultimately, enable them to improve processes and service delivery. Collaborative Working All staff are to recognise the significance of collaborative working. Teamwork is essential in multidisciplinary environments. Effective communication is essential and all staff must ensure they communicate in a manner which enables the sharing of information in an appropriate manner. Professional Conduct At The Orchard medical Centre staff are required to dress appropriately for their role. Administrative staff will be provided with a uniform whilst clinical staff must dress in accordance with their role. Primary Responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the HCP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: It is anticipated HCPs will develop skills in respecting patient/clients rights, preferences, choices, culture, identity, communication, Health and Safety and promoting health. To be aware of maintaining patient/client confidentiality at all times. Will not undertake any task or element of care until he/she has been assessed as competent by an appropriately trained registered nurse. To act as a chaperone as required to GPs/Nursing Team. To maintain standards of organisation in the treatment, practice and GP rooms. To assist in general nursing duties on completion of a training programme and the successful assessment of a set standard competency level and under the supervision of Practice Nursing Team, i.e. hypertension, ear syringing, spirometry, dressings, all eligible vaccinations, delegated activities from specialist clinics e.g. foot assessments for diabetes, urine testing, weight/height, blood pressure measurements, ECG recording, phlebotomy. To prepare/assist the GPs in minor surgery/IUD fitting. To be responsible for the correct maintenance, cleaning and disposal of surgical equipment. To be responsible for the re-stocking of all clinical areas and maintaining a stock rotation system. To ensure that drug/vaccine refrigerator/s are running at the correct temperature on a daily basis and maintain the Vaccine Cold Chain. Be aware and maintain standards of Infection control. Instruct patients in appropriate techniques or tasks. To behave in a professional manner at all times, being aware of how attitudes and personal behavior can impact on patient/client care and the team as a whole. To work within a multi-professional team and with patient/client valuing and respecting diversity, rights and beliefs when different from ones own. To interact in a professional manner and effectively within the team. Report immediately to a member of clinical staff or Senior Manager any acts of omission or error to safeguard the interests of the patient/client. To present her/himself at all times in a manner that is open and honest and will work in partnership with patients, clients, colleagues and the general public to enhance confidence, competence and best practice. To deal, at all times, politely and respectfully using civilised language and behaviour, with all patients, client and colleagues. Aggressive, abusive, threatening or violent behaviour is not accepted. To present a caring and efficient image and to present her/himself in a reasonable way, with due regard to social acceptability, tidiness and personal hygiene. To wear the agreed uniform in a clean and presentable condition with safe and suitable footwear. The uniform will comply with Health and Safety, Infection Control guidelines. Jewellery will be kept to a minimum. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation Ensure read codes and templates are used effectively Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies Liaise with external services / agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.) Secondary Responsibilities In addition to the primary responsibilities, the HCP will be requested to: To identify and liaise regularly with the Nurse Manager To take an appropriate level of responsibility in participating in individual annual performance reviews. To take responsibility for completing and submitting an annual PDP by the appointed date each year To maintain own clinical development by participating within training relevant to their developing role.