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Are you caring, compassionate and would like to make a difference to someone’s life? Then come and join us for a rewarding career in care. We are looking for a Care Support Assistant to come and join our team to support a client based in Croston. Full training will be given to set you on your path to being a Care Support Assistant, where you will be paid a competitive rate of pay after completion of training. We offer you time to do the training before you start whilst we carry out our recruitment processes. This job involves days and waking nights and attracts a competitive rate of pay (after completion of training). We offer excellent benefits such as: Good Rate of Pay Paid annual holiday leave Pension scheme entitlement Full training Confidential employee assistance helpline Opportunity to gain qualification in Health and Social Care Career progression Blue Light membership for exclusive discounts with 15,000 brand partners Refer a friend scheme Online employee portal - where information and self-service is available Employee feedback surveys and recognition Your responsibilities as our Care Support Assistant will include: Assisting and supporting vulnerable clients to enable them to live the life they choose (where possible) to promote their independence. Your role will include, companionship, supporting with housework, running errands and supporting with preparing and cooking meals. Administering medication may be required. Skills and Experience required of our Care Support Assistant: You are required to have good communication skills and have a desire to care for others. Possessing a UK full driving license and having some previous experience would be advantageous. Your Life Your Way are committed to conducting a Safer Recruitment Process to protect the people we support. Please be aware that all our vacancies are subject to pre-employment checks e.g. DBS and references. A good standard of spoken and written English is required for this role. If you have any questions please contact our friendly Recruitment team on: 01606 331 217 to register your interest.

As the registered manager you will assume key accountability for the service ensuring it operates at a consistently high level. You will have overall responsibility for the recruitment and retention of your team, business planning, financial performance and overseeing quality compliance standards – all so that we can deliver safe and effective care. In addition, you will review continuous improvement strategies to ensure the service is delivered efficiently and within budget. This is an exciting time to join the Active Care group - with career development opportunities in this expanding service and planned development of new services within the local area. *** This is a Nurse Qualified role *** What you'll be working: We're flexible, so you'll work a total 37.5 hours per week across 5 days. The Service Manager will be responsible as a site leader: with overall responsibility for the management and development of the service on a 24-hour basis. There is a requirement to undertake on call duties. The Registered Manager is responsible for the efficient deployment of resources used within the service and will be accountable for the service under the appropriate regulators & stakeholders. What you'll be doing: Work independently with responsibility for all aspects of running the service, ensuring colleagues empower the people we support. Lead a valued team maximising the potential of the individuals within it. Be responsible for budgetary management (income and expenditure.) Responsibility for the day-to-day housekeeping of the property including infection prevention and control the services and facilities. Manage and supervise the senior management team, ensuring that appropriate management arrangements are in place at all times, including out of hours on-call. Ensuring that all care standards, regulatory standards, and other quality measurement criteria are met, and that all notifications to the relevant regulatory body, Safeguarding Authority or other agencies are made as required and in a timely fashion. Be responsible for ensuring that robust Local Integrated Governance arrangements are in place, and that the Quality & Performance Management System is maintained to a high standard. Responsibility for the overall recruitment and retention; supervision/appraisal and development of all colleagues on a day-to-day basis. Ensuring resources available over the 24-hour period, are sufficient, as regards number, qualification, training, experience, gender mix and skill mix where appropriate. Responsibility for attaining and maintaining full bed occupancy, through appropriate commissioner relationships, marketing and referral processing, according to company guidelines and policies. Ensuring all people we support and colleagues are safeguarded and any concerns are raised appropriately. Care Notes are the responsibility of all managers, ensuring colleagues are aware of the needs of those all people we support all notes must be formulated, implemented, reviewed, and audited on a regular basis and in line with policy. Ensure systems are in place to monitor and record that all staff are subject to the required employment checks including maintaining their professional registration (where appropriate) in accordance with company policy. Act as a role model of the company behaviors and culture and be an ambassador for ACG both internally and externally. ACGSP 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

Generic responsibilities All staff at Clayton Medical Centre have a duty to conform to the following: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion A good attitude and positive action towards Equality Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I) creates an environment where all individuals can 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 they treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect. Safety, Health, Environment and Fire (SHEF) This organisation is committed to supporting and promoting opportunities for staff to maintain their health, wellbeing and safety. The post holder is to manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients and monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines. All personnel have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for themselves, their 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 Coronavirus Act 2020 Other statutory legislation which may be brought to the post holders attention. Confidentiality The organisation 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. It is essential that, if the legal requirements are to be met and the trust of our patients is to be retained, all staff must protect patient information and provide a confidential service. Quality and Continuous Improvement (QCI) To preserve and improve the quality of this organisations outputs, 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 organisation to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice and to discuss, highlight and work with the team to create opportunities to improve patient care. Clayton Medical Centre continually strives to improve work processes which deliver healthcare 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. Staff should interpret national strategies and policies into local implementation strategies that are aligned to the values and culture of general practice. All staff are to contribute to investigations and root cause analyses whilst participating in serious incident investigations and multidisciplinary case reviews. Induction At Clayton Medical Centre, you will be required to complete the induction programme and the practice management team will support you throughout the process. 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 in, and complete mandatory training as directed by the management team. It is an expectation for this post holder to assess their own learning needs and undertake learning as appropriate The post holder will, where appropriate and requested to do so by a line manager, undertake mentorship for team members and disseminate learning and information gained to other team members to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments (e.g., courses and conferences). The post holder will provide an educational role to patients, carers, families and colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning. Collaborative working All staff are to recognise the significance of collaborative working and understand their own role and scope and identify how this may develop over time. Staff are to prioritise their own workload and ensure effective time-management strategies are embedded within the culture of the team. Teamwork is essential in multidisciplinary environments and the post holder is to work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working and work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery Effective communication is essential, and all staff must ensure they communicate in a manner which enables the sharing of information in an appropriate manner. All staff, if directed to do so should delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence. Plans and outcomes by which to measure success should be agreed. Managing information All staff should use technology and appropriate software as an aid to management in the planning, implementation and monitoring of care and presenting and communicating information. Data should be reviewed and processed using accurate SNOMED/read codes to ensure easy and accurate information retrieval for monitoring and audit processes. Service delivery Staff will be given detailed information during the induction process regarding policy and procedure. The post holder must adhere to the information contained within the organisations policies and regional directives, ensuring protocols are always adhered to. Security The security of the organisation is the responsibility of all personnel. The post holder must ensure they always remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately to their line manager. Under no circumstances are staff to share the codes for the door locks with anyone and are to ensure that restricted areas remain effectively secured. Likewise, password controls are to be maintained and are not to be shared. Professional conduct All staff are required to dress appropriately for their role. Leave All personnel are entitled to take leave and are encourage to spread this throughout the year. Leave cannot be carried over. Primary key responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Receptionist. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: a.Maintain and monitor the practice appointment system b.Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments c.Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers request appropriately, recording the contact in the patient record d.Signpost patients to the correct service e.Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies f.Clinically code data on EMIS. g.Photocopy documentation as required h.Ensure new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information is passed to the registrations administrator as required i.Input data into patients healthcare records as necessary j.Direct requests for information, i.e., SAR, insurance/solicitors letters and DVLA forms to the administrative team k.Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner l.Carry out system searches as requested m.Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times n.Monitor and maintain the reception area and notice boards o.Support all clinical staff with general tasks as requested Secondary responsibilities In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Receptionist may be requested to: a.Partake in audit as directed by the management team b.Support administrative staff, providing cover during staff absences c.Action incoming and outgoing emails and correspondence as necessary d.Scan patient related documentation and attach scanned documents to patients healthcare records e.Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota f.As required support the Prescription Administrator in the management of repeat prescriptions, ensuring they are handed over for processing accurately and efficiently g.Participate in the receptionist rota to maintain appropriate cover h.Support the Reception Supervisor in producing and maintaining the duty rota i.Support the practice manager with all Patient Participation Group related matters j.Support the health promotion lead and display promotional material on the allocated noticed boards and in the waiting room

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Are you caring, compassionate and would like to make a difference to someone’s life? Then come and join us for a rewarding career in care. We are looking for a Care Support Assistant to join our team to support a client based in Longridge. Full training will be given to set you on your path to being a Care Support Worker. We are recruiting for a Care Support Worker to support a female with a mental health diagnosis You will be paid £15.00 per hour for day shifts, and a reduced rate for sleeping nights, after training is completed (training is provided during our recruitment process) This is a Part Time position offering 24 hours per week, and involves days & sleeping nights, based in Preston We offer excellent benefits such as: Good Rate of Pay Paid annual holiday leave Pension scheme entitlement Full training Confidential employee assistance helpline Opportunity to gain qualification in Health and Social Care Career progression Blue Light membership for exclusive discounts with 15,000 brand partners Refer a friend scheme Online employee portal - where information and self-service is available Employee feedback surveys and recognition Your responsibilities as our Care Support Worker will include: Assisting and supporting vulnerable clients to enable them to live the life they choose (where possible) to promote their independence. Your role will include, companionship, supporting with housework, running errands and supporting with preparing and cooking meals. Administering medication may be required. Skills and Experience required of our Care Support Worker: You are required to have good communication skills and have a desire to care for others. Your Life Your Way are committed to conducting a Safer Recruitment Process to protect the people we support. Please be aware that all our vacancies are subject to pre-employment checks e.g. DBS and references. A good standard of spoken and written English is required for this role. If you would like to apply for this position, please apply online and include your CV, or contact our Recruitment team on: 01606 331 217 and quote Ref No. 153.

MAIN DUTIES To be responsible for ensuring the development, delivery, coordination and evaluation of the education and training of Band 5 staff. To develop an innovative approach to clinical education working with education providers in developing/evolving programmes to meet the needs of the service and the changing professional educational landscape, maximising the use of technology wherever possible. To work with CSLs and Clinical Team Leads to establish and maintain a comprehensive programme of clinical training / teaching within the clinical teams and across sites, in accordance with evidence-based practice and professional bodies/ HCPC. Undertake and/or facilitate regular practical and theoretical training, evaluating and making the most efficient use of all education resources both within the trust and externally. To undertake a baseline assessment of learning needs utilising competency frameworks for Band 5 clinical staff in collaboration with clinical teams. To undertake evaluation of training delivered both internal and external and to inform continuous improvement of the programme offer. Deliver education and training packages on an individual or group basis. Plan own workload ensuring all roles are undertaken in the appropriate timescale. Ensure staff develop a patient-centred evidence- based approach that provides clinically effective and safe care to meet a wide range of needs for patients and their significant others. COMMUNICATION To communicate effectively with clinical staff, CTLs, CSLs / operational leads and HOS as required To liaise with CTLs and CSLs around matters relating to individual training needs and competencies. Be involved in local or national specialist interest groups to share best practice and be aware of current trends relating to the training and education of registered staff. Develop close working relationships with staff in the Directorate to enable review of clinical practice and identify impact and requirements for future training plans. Attend internal training and governance meetings when required. To use a wide range of communication skills across the clinical teams to both facilitate, coordinate and evaluate clinical education. To communicate with members of the senior leadership team in the securing of required resources and escalating risks and issues, providing written reports as required. TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT To provide and develop a wide range of learning resources optimising the use of digital platforms and SharePoint. Design and develop assessment tools to assess learning outcomes, identifying key themes and evaluate benefits to inform annual review of the education offer. Working in partnership with the Therapies Professional Development Leads coach learners in relation to the professional and clinical demands of the role and build their resilience with respect to working in a modern healthcare context. Support clinical staff in identifying their clinical educational needs to ensure competency across a broad range of professional standards and clinical skills. To participate in the induction of staff ensuring completion of mandatory training and inducting them to the training available and approach to assessment of need. Encourage the appropriate sharing of knowledge and skills within the team and involve other staff in the delivery of training as required. Work with CSL to provide an overall assessment of clinical competence working closely with the clinical teams to identify areas for development in line with professional standards. Organisation of and participation in the training of clinical supervisors to support delivery of the internal training programme. To co-ordinate mentor training across clinical teams providing leadership and guidance. Actively participate in mentor training for qualified staff and organise regular mentor meetings. Keep minutes of the meetings and feedback any relevant information to clinical supervisors and clinical team leaders. Instigate appropriate clinical audit and research in relation to clinical education, supervising and providing support for research undertaken in department. Liaise with research and audit departments at the Trust and educational establishments. To assist in delivery of the continuous Professional Development activities for qualified staff within the department when required. ORGANISATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Contribute to the planning and development of education and training for Band 5 staff. Participate in service improvement initiatives when required. To report clinical and non-clinical incidents in line with Trust and departmental risk management policies. Be able to deal effectively with departmental incidents and complaints and provide input into risk management by identification and reporting potential risks as required. Ensure access to all mandatory training e.g., Moving and Handling, Resuscitation, Fire and others as defined by the Trust are provided for all staff. Ensure training for all clinical developments and new equipment Maintain and provide records of all training activities including local training, equipment specific training, safer handling training, Mandatory training etc. Participate in mandatory and other relevant trust training. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Uphold professional conduct at all times in accordance with Statements for Professional Conduct and Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) documents. Working closely with the Therapies Professional Development Leads to ensure all training developed and delivered is in line with requirements around professional practice guidelines. Undertake appropriate, documented Continuing Professional Development in accordance with the requirements of the HCPC. To maintain own competency to practise through CPD, recording personal development, and attending courses, conferences or meetings as deemed necessary by more senior members of staff. Accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelines. Demonstrate, maintain and update skills and knowledge of evolving practice and legislative requirements To participate in professional developments and maintain an awareness of current thinking and trends in all professional matters.

For further information about the role, please see the attached recruitment pack which includes a detailed job description and person specification, or visit our website via Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS FT.

Dermatologist Salary based on qualifications and experience Permanent or Self Employed basis We are seeking a committed Dermatologist to participate in our outpatient clinics across Cumbria and Lancashire, and will undertake dermatological diagnostic and surgical procedures as well as autonomous prescribing for patients in a community clinic. Clinic Locations available East Lancashire Blackburn with Darwen Morecambe Bay, Chorley Greater Preston Blackpool Fylde & Wyre West Lancashire Duties Conduct audits of clinical standards and contribute to the clinical leadership of the service Provide a comprehensive and systematic assessment of the patient to include lifestyle impact Participate in tele-dermatology clinics to assess patient images and provide appropriate patient pathways Role Requirements Full GMC registration MRCP or equivalent Who we are We are a growing organisation that have been operating within the NHS since 2006 offering both Primary and Secondary care services with a forward-thinking, dynamic approach to patient healthcare, we are pioneers in a range of projects, from genomics to digital healthcare services, focused on delivering a better patient experience You will be supported by, and work with, a diverse multi-skilled professional team of clinical and non-clinical friendly staff. In return we offer sponsored training, flexible working , family friendly policies, career progression within an expanding organisation, a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical indemnity for all work undertaken Apply today if you want to make a difference. We are a very inclusive and diverse business so if you need adjustments for the recruitment process, just get in touch, we will be more than happy to help. If you want more information, please get in touch. Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Excellent work / Life balance Clinical progression Training cost support NHS Discount & Support Schemes Employee Assistance Program Sick Pay Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Salary sacrifice electric car scheme Life insurance 3 x salary Healthcare cash plan Cycle to work scheme. Charitable giving scheme An extra day off to celebrate your birthday. Occupational Health Support

As a Band 6 SCPHN School Nurse youll be part of our valued team at our Lancashire 0-19 service. You will feel valued as a School Nurse within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: Band 6 with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions Free tea, coffee and milk at your base location Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with the majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission

What you'll be working: 37.5 hours per week across 5 days. The Service Manager will be responsible as a site leader: with overall responsibility for the management and development of the service on a 24-hour basis. There is a requirement to undertake on call duties. The Registered Manager is responsible for the efficient deployment of resources used within the service and will be accountable for the service under the appropriate regulators & stakeholders. What you'll be doing: Work independently with responsibility for all aspects of running the service, ensuring colleagues empower the people we support. Lead a valued team maximising the potential of the individuals within it. Be responsible for budgetary management (income and expenditure.) Responsibility for the day-to-day housekeeping of the property including infection prevention and control the services and facilities. Manage and supervise the senior management team, ensuring that appropriate management arrangements are in place at all times, including out of hours on-call. Ensuring that all care standards, regulatory standards, and other quality measurement criteria are met, and that all notifications to the relevant regulatory body, Safeguarding Authority or other agencies are made as required and in a timely fashion. Be responsible for ensuring that robust Local Integrated Governance arrangements are in place, and that the Quality & Performance Management System is maintained to a high standard. Responsibility for the overall recruitment and retention; supervision/appraisal and development of all colleagues on a day-to-day basis. Ensuring resources available over the 24-hour period, are sufficient, as regards number, qualification, training, experience, gender mix and skill mix where appropriate. Responsibility for attaining and maintaining full bed occupancy, through appropriate commissioner relationships, marketing and referral processing, according to company guidelines and policies. Ensuring all people we support and colleagues are safeguarded and any concerns are raised appropriately. Care Notes are the responsibility of all managers, ensuring colleagues are aware of the needs of those all people we support all notes must be formulated, implemented, reviewed, and audited on a regular basis and in line with policy. Ensure systems are in place to monitor and record that all staff are subject to the required employment checks including maintaining their professional registration (where appropriate) in accordance with company policy. Act as a role model of the company behaviors and culture and be an ambassador for ACG both internally and externally. ACGSP 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

Dermatologist Salary based on qualifications and experience Permanent or Self Employed basis We are seeking a committed Dermatologist to participate in our outpatient clinics across Cumbria and Lancashire, and will undertake dermatological diagnostic and surgical procedures as well as autonomous prescribing for patients in a community clinic. Clinic Locations available East Lancashire Blackburn with Darwen Morecambe Bay, Chorley Greater Preston Blackpool Fylde & Wyre West Lancashire Duties Conduct audits of clinical standards and contribute to the clinical leadership of the service Provide a comprehensive and systematic assessment of the patient to include lifestyle impact Participate in tele-dermatology clinics to assess patient images and provide appropriate patient pathways Role Requirements Full GMC registration MRCP or equivalent Who we are We are a growing organisation that have been operating within the NHS since 2006 offering both Primary and Secondary care services with a forward-thinking, dynamic approach to patient healthcare, we are pioneers in a range of projects, from genomics to digital healthcare services, focused on delivering a better patient experience You will be supported by, and work with, a diverse multi-skilled professional team of clinical and non-clinical friendly staff. In return we offer sponsored training, flexible working , family friendly policies, career progression within an expanding organisation, a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical indemnity for all work undertaken Apply today if you want to make a difference. We are a very inclusive and diverse business so if you need adjustments for the recruitment process, just get in touch, we will be more than happy to help. If you want more information, please get in touch. Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Excellent work / Life balance Clinical progression Training cost support NHS Discount & Support Schemes Employee Assistance Program Sick Pay Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Salary sacrifice electric car scheme Life insurance 3 x salary Healthcare cash plan Cycle to work scheme. Charitable giving scheme An extra day off to celebrate your birthday. Occupational Health Support

Carry out structured medication reviews on patients with complex polypharmacy, implementing prescribing decisions and requesting appropriate tests. Reconcile medicines following hospital discharge and work with patients and the community pharmacists to ensure that the patients receive their medication post discharge. Reconcile medicines from clinic letters with the support from the wider practice team. Support long term condition reviews via face to face and telephone appointments. Contribute to reductions in medicine related hospital admissions and re-admissions by supporting patients to get the best outcomes from their medicines. Identify and address medicine related issues. Assist in managing patients and healthcare professional medicine queries. Increase patient quality and patient safety of prescribing through mechanisms such as audit and PDSA cycles. The share the findings with the wider team. Contribute to service improvement within enhanced services and QOF Implement drug withdrawals and alerts eg MHRA Work with the primary care professional and patients to implement NICE and other evidence based guidelines. Act as a source of medicine information for all of the practice team and patients eg around supplies, doses, side effects

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

The following are the primary responsibilities for the Receptionist/Administrator. There may be, on occasions, a requirement for staff to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent on factors such as staffing levels and workload. Complete opening and closing procedure in accordance with the rota. Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with callers requests appropriately. Effectively signpost patients to the appropriate healthcare professional depending on the presenting condition. Process patients requests for both telephone and face to face appointments. Provide an excellent standard of customer service. Manage all queries and data in an efficient manner. Process repeat and acute prescriptions. Initiate contact and also respond to requests from patients, team members and external agencies. Photocopy documentations as required. Input data into patient's medical records to a high standard. Data entry of new patients and relevant patient information when required. Enter read code/SNOMED data onto EMIS Web. Deal with requests for information, e.g. Subject Access Requests, insurance/solicitors reports and letters, DVLA forms, medical examinations. Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times. Monitor and maintain the reception area, including noticeboard, patient information leaflets, posters etc. Support all clinical staff with general tasks as requested Processing and typing referrals for patients to access Secondary Care. Scan patient-related documentation and attach scanned documents to the patient healthcare records. Ensure emails, post, and any other communications are dealt with appropriately and in a timely manner. Receive specimens from patients in line with relevant policy, procedure and health & safety/infection control requirements. Be aware of and abide by all information governance requirements in respect of data protection and confidentiality. Work as part of a team with all practice staff, upholding the No Blame Culture. Participate in practice/staff meetings, staff training, development and performance reviews. In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Receptionist/Administrators may be requested to: Support administrative staff and tasks, providing cover during staff absences. Checking the pharmacy temperatures as required daily, ensuring issues are escalated for immediate resolution. Training will be provided. Undertake weekly and monthly building checks as per practice protocol, ensuring these are recorded and saved appropriately and any issues raised for immediate resolution. This include but are not limited to emergency drugs, fire alarm checks, health & safety checked, including legionella testing. Undertake the role of fire marshal if required in the event of a fire or fire drill.

This is an exciting time to join the Active Care group - with career development opportunities in this expanding service and planned development of new services within the local area. What you'll be working: We're flexible, so you'll work a total 37.5 hours per week across 5 days. The Service Manager will be responsible as a site leader: with overall responsibility for the management and development of the service on a 24-hour basis. There is a requirement to undertake on call duties. The Registered Manager is responsible for the efficient deployment of resources used within the service and will be accountable for the service under the appropriate regulators & stakeholders. What you'll be doing: Work independently with responsibility for all aspects of running the service, ensuring colleagues empower the people we support. Lead a valued team maximising the potential of the individuals within it. Be responsible for budgetary management (income and expenditure.) Responsibility for the day-to-day housekeeping of the property including infection prevention and control the services and facilities. Manage and supervise the senior management team, ensuring that appropriate management arrangements are in place at all times, including out of hours on-call. Ensuring that all care standards, regulatory standards, and other quality measurement criteria are met, and that all notifications to the relevant regulatory body, Safeguarding Authority or other agencies are made as required and in a timely fashion. Be responsible for ensuring that robust Local Integrated Governance arrangements are in place, and that the Quality & Performance Management System is maintained to a high standard. Responsibility for the overall recruitment and retention; supervision/appraisal and development of all colleagues on a day-to-day basis. Ensuring resources available over the 24-hour period, are sufficient, as regards number, qualification, training, experience, gender mix and skill mix where appropriate. Responsibility for attaining and maintaining full bed occupancy, through appropriate commissioner relationships, marketing and referral processing, according to company guidelines and policies. Ensuring all people we support and colleagues are safeguarded and any concerns are raised appropriately. Care Notes are the responsibility of all managers, ensuring colleagues are aware of the needs of those all people we support all notes must be formulated, implemented, reviewed, and audited on a regular basis and in line with policy. Ensure systems are in place to monitor and record that all staff are subject to the required employment checks including maintaining their professional registration (where appropriate) in accordance with company policy. Act as a role model of the company behaviors and culture and be an ambassador for ACG both internally and externally. ACGSP 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