Total 22 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Watford, WD18 0HB

Support service improvement by being able to identify areas for improvement around transition, support the development of any future business case. Support staff to be able to access relevant data and can then translate service data into meaningful performance information. Develop relationships alongside the CNS with staff outside of their area of service responsibility to deliver and improve services. Support staff to ensure patients have an up-to-date care plan that is being actively followed and updated. Promote the use of the hospital passport for young people with learning disabilities. Update, maintain, organise, gather, and analyse information to predict and meet future organisational and team needs by identifying best professional practice.

Provide a high standard of individualised care to patients, acting as a role model. Supporting the Senior Sister/Charge nurse in driving quality care provision forward. Be responsible for standards of cleanliness in their own clinical area in partnership with the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse. Provide clear clinical leadership to staff, deputising for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in her/his absence.

Provide a high standard of individualised care to patients, acting as a role model. Supporting the Senior Sister/Charge nurse in driving quality care provision forward. Be responsible for standards of cleanliness in their own clinical area in partnership with the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse. Provide clear clinical leadership to staff, deputising for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in her/his absence.

A Vacancy at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.


An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated, professional Band 6 Junior Sister/Charge Nurse to join the Ophthalmology Outpatient Department. The post holder will be working cross sites at Watford General Hospital and St Alban’s City Hospital.

The applicant must have excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.

Have management and ophthalmology outpatient experience. Have done the Ophthalmic course.

Be able to demonstrate ophthalmic nursing skills, an understanding of current issues in ophthalmology and a good team player.

Informal visits are welcome.

Provide a high standard of individualised care to patients, acting as a role model.

Supporting the Senior Sister/Charge nurse in driving quality care provision forward.

Be responsible for standards of cleanliness in their own clinical area.

Provide clear clinical leadership to staff, running a smooth POA/UEC clinic, deputising for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in her/his absence.

With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.

https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net

If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Demonstrate specialist expertise and professional knowledge acquired through post in POA and UEC clinics.

Triage UEC patients and able to answer and give clinical advice to telephone queries.

Registration academic study, clinical, leadership and management development.

Work and act as a role model for professional practice and leadership.

Will work closely with the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse, Matron, Head of Nursing and Clinicians in embedding the principles of clinical governance and standards for better health in order to maintain/improve and develop high standards of patient care, and thereby ensuring that the patients are treated with privacy, dignity and respect.

Place the patient’s experience at the core of service delivery through implementation and continued monitoring of essence of care standards, patient involvement & experience strategy and patient satisfaction surveys.

Work collaboratively with the PALS and Patient Forums to investigate and resolve patient concerns/ complaints, working with the senior sister/charge nurse in developing action plans and progress development meetings.

Support the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in actively implementing initiatives outlined within the Trust’s local nursing and midwifery strategy and where relevant take the lead for designated projects.

To assist the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in ensuring that nursing practice reflects current clinical developments, evidence-based guidance and is based on sound nursing audit and research, identifying opportunities for the promotion and participation in such activities.

Promote and support Nurse Led Discharge within area of responsibility and ensure all staff actively participates in discharging/transferring ‘medically fit’ patients to more appropriate settings.


This advert closes on Wednesday 11 Dec 2024

A Vacancy at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.


We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Nutrition to join our multidisciplinary team. As a Band 7 CNS in Nutrition, you will be responsible for providing expert advice, management, and care to patients with complex nutritional needs, including nasogastric tube (NGT) insertions, managing and troubleshooting blocked percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tubes, delivering comprehensive training and supporting the clinical teams to provide the best nutrition for all our patients.

This position requires a passionate advocate for patient-centred care with advanced skills in clinical nutrition. You will be a key clinical leader, supporting the development and implementation of best practices, enhancing quality of care, and empowering both patients and healthcare professionals with knowledge and expertise in nutrition.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in patient care and to develop further as a clinical specialist within a supportive and progressive environment. If you are passionate about nutrition, advanced nursing practice, and skilled in NGT and PEG care, we encourage you to apply.

Nurses with some experience in this field will be considered for a band 6 to 7 development post.

Deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to patients with diverse nutritional needs, including those with malnutrition, enteral and parenteral feeding requirements, and complex metabolic issues.

Act as a clinical resource and provide specialist advice, assessments, and interventions for patients and the wider healthcare team with a particular focus on NGTs and managing blocked PEG tubes.

Develop individualised care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring each patient's nutritional needs are met.

Educate and support patients, families, and carers, enabling them to participate effectively in the management of nutritional interventions.

Work closely with the multidisciplinary team, including gastroenterologists, nurses, dietitians, physicians, and pharmacists, to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.

Lead on quality improvement projects related to nutrition, auditing, and service evaluation to enhance patient outcomes and service efficiency.

Work with colleagues across the Trust to ensure that the best nutritional care is delivered to all our patients.

With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.

https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net

If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Clinical Leadership: Provide expert nursing advice, direction, and support to nursing staff and other professionals, promoting high standards in nutrition care and advanced interventions like NGT insertions and PEG management.

Education and Training: Facilitate and deliver training sessions to healthcare staff to promote understanding of NGT insertion and care, troubleshooting PEG complications, and other nutrition-related skills, ensuring a consistently high standard of clinical practice.

Research and Development: Lead and participate in nutrition-related research and service evaluation, staying updated with evidence-based practices, including the latest advancements in enteral feeding techniques, and integrating findings into daily practice.

Patient Advocacy: Act as an advocate for patients with nutritional needs, ensuring their voice is heard in clinical decision-making and care planning, and that any issues with PEG or NGT interventions are managed promptly and effectively.

Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, care plans, and interventions, adhering to Trust and professional standards.

Policy Implementation: Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of nutrition policies and procedures so as to standardise best practices across the organisation.


This advert closes on Thursday 12 Dec 2024

Clinical Leadership: Provide expert nursing advice, direction, and support to nursing staff and other professionals, promoting high standards in nutrition care and advanced interventions like NGT insertions and PEG management. Education and Training: Facilitate and deliver training sessions to healthcare staff to promote understanding of NGT insertion and care, troubleshooting PEG complications, and other nutrition-related skills, ensuring a consistently high standard of clinical practice. Research and Development: Lead and participate in nutrition-related research and service evaluation, staying updated with evidence-based practices, including the latest advancements in enteral feeding techniques, and integrating findings into daily practice. Patient Advocacy: Act as an advocate for patients with nutritional needs, ensuring their voice is heard in clinical decision-making and care planning, and that any issues with PEG or NGT interventions are managed promptly and effectively. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, care plans, and interventions, adhering to Trust and professional standards. Policy Implementation: Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of nutrition policies and procedures so as to standardise best practices across the organisation.

A Vacancy at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.


We are seeking a qualified, conscientious, and highly motivated professional to join the Paediatric Service at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospital.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a senior nurse to take a leading role in advancing the care of patients transitioning from paediatric to adult services. As a newly created position, there is significant potential to shape and develop the provision of care for this patient group.

The post holder will collaborate closely with the Paediatric Team, Paediatric Consultants, Adult Medicine Team, MDT members, and both clinical and administrative colleagues across the Paediatric and Adult services.

This is a full-time position, working 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday). Cross-site working may be required depending on service needs.

West Hertfordshire NHS Teaching Hospitals Trust is developing a model of care to prepare and support young people in accessing an exemplary co-ordinated transition pathway between both Children and Adult services.
The Children and Young Peoples Transition Nurse Specialist will be an integral part of this developing service.

The role will include:
• Ensuring that the transition of care from children's to adult services is appropriately managed and delivered effectively within West Herts
• Facilitation of accurate, open communication and coordination with a range of people organisations, divisions, departments, and multi-professional stake holders.
• Be a key member of the Children and Young Peoples team as well as supporting effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Work collaboratively with the ‘Carer for carers service’.
• Ensure that the views of young people are intrinsic in the models of care developed.

With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.

https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net

If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
• Support service improvement by being able to identify areas for improvement around transition, support the development of any future business case.
• Support staff to be able to access relevant data and can then translate service data into meaningful performance information.
• Develop relationships alongside the CNS with staff outside of their area of service responsibility to deliver and improve services.
• Support staff to ensure patients have an up-to-date care plan that is being actively followed and updated.
• Promote the use of the hospital passport for young people with learning disabilities.
• Update, maintain, organise, gather, and analyse information to predict and meet future organisational and team needs by identifying best professional practice.


This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Dec 2024

Job Title: -Registered Paediatric Nurse Trust : -West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust Location: - Hemel Hemsptead,St Albans & Watford Pay Rates: -£19.68 to £27.15 Per hour. Trust Info : - West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust provides acute hospital-based and specialist healthcare services to around half a million people living in Hertfordshire, north London and further afield. The Trust was the first hospital in Europe to treat patients with Puritan Bennett 980 ventilators, a type of ventilator that helps patients to breathe more naturally and recover more quickly. Hertfordshire has the best of both worlds, surrounded by beautiful countryside. Why might this job interest you? Being a general nurse in the NHS is a versatile and impactful role that spans across various healthcare settings, from hospitals to community clinics. It involves providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages and backgrounds, addressing both acute medical needs and long-term health management. The flexibility in scheduling allows general nurses to balance their professional responsibilities with personal commitments, ensuring they can deliver compassionate and effective care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. What you can add: Co-ordinating with the Paediatric Lead Working with patients' families and carers, to discuss the care and condition of the paediatric patient Displaying excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations Checking and using specialised equipment such as monitors and ventilators The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above. What youll need: A minimum of 6 months paid experience in an Paediatric hospital environment within the last 3 years Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices A Paediatric Nursing Degree A Paediatric Nursing Degree *Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills. The benefits we can offer you in return: Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life. Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly. Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies. Our team is always happy to help- access our support line any time. Working options to suit your lifestylebeing on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements. Training and development opportunitiesvia the Trust and NHSPs own academy. Explore different wards,keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience. Being part of the NHSP Communitymeans youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more. Who are NHS Professionals? NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements. Apply Today By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.

Job Title: -Registered ICU Nurse Trust : - West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust Location :-Hemel Hemsptead,St Albans & Watford Pay Rates: -£17.69 to £28.30 Per hour. Trust Info: West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust provides acute hospital-based and specialist healthcare services to around half a million people living in Hertfordshire, north London and further afield. The Trust was the first hospital in Europe to treat patients with Puritan Bennett 980 ventilators, a type of ventilator that helps patients to breathe more naturally. Why might this job interest you? Being an intensive care nurse in the NHS is both demanding and incredibly fulfilling. It involves providing specialised, high-level care to critically ill patients who require constant monitoring and complex medical interventions. The flexibility in scheduling enables intensive care nurses to balance their professional commitments with personal responsibilities, ensuring they can provide optimal care while maintaining their well-being. It's a role that requires dedication, resilience, and a compassionate approach to ensuring the best possible outcomes for patients in intensive care units. What you can add: Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices Undertake nursing assessment and evaluation to enable development of appropriate plans of care based on the needs of the individual Be proficient in the delivery of care to patients Ensure safe administration of drugs in accordance with NMC and CHS policies Ensure accurate records are kept in accordance with CHS policy and NMC guidelines Working as an effective team member and promoting team and interdisciplinary relationships The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above. What you'll need: A minimum of 6 months paid experience in an ICU hospital environment within the last 3 years Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices Ensure accurate records are kept in accordance with CHS policy and NMC guidelines. *Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills. The benefits we can offer you in return: Putting People in Places to Carebe part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life. Weekly payto give you access to your wages more quickly. Blue Light CardNHS Discount Provider First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies. Our team is always happy to help- access our support line any time. Working options to suit your lifestylebeing on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements. Training and development opportunitiesvia the Trust and NHSPs own academy. Explore different wards,keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience. Being part of the NHSP Communitymeans youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more. Who are NHS Professionals? NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements. Apply Today By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.

Job Title: -Registered Gynaecology Nurse Trust :West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Location : -Hemel Hemsptead,St Albans &Watford Pay Rates: -£17.69 to £28.30 Per hour Trust Info : West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust provides acute hospital based and specialist healthcare services to around half a million people living in Hertfordshire, north London and further afield. The Trust was the first hospital in Europe to treat patients with Puritan Bennett 980 ventilators, a type of ventilator that helps patients to breathe more naturally and recover more quickly. Hertfordshire has the best of both worlds, surrounded by beautiful countryside but with good road and rail links to both London and Cambridge, as well as comprehensive bus services across the main towns (Hemel Hempstead, St. Albans and Watford). Why might this job interest you? Being a Registered Gynaecology Nurse in the NHS is a versatile and impactful role that spans across various healthcare settings, from hospitals to community clinics. It involves providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages and backgrounds, addressing both acute medical needs and long-term health management. The flexibility in scheduling allows general nurses to balance their professional responsibilities with personal commitments, ensuring they can deliver compassionate and effective care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. What you can add: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of gynaecological complaints/ conditions or a willingness to learn. Delivering and maintaining high standards of nursing practice and promoting the philosophy of patient and family centred care. To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence-based care, using a defined model/ care pathway in conjunction with senior staff. To undertake all nursing procedures in accordance with Trust Policies and ensure these procedures and policies are understood and adhered to. To communicate with patients and significant others with empathy and reassurance regarding assessment, care and treatment aiming towards a user centred care approach. To maintain accurate and comprehensive nursing records using appropriate documentation in accordance with the NMC recommendations and Trust guidelines. The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above. What you'll need: Have a minimum of 6 months experience as a Registered Nurse in Gynaecology for at least 3 years. Registered with NMC *Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills. The benefits we can offer you in return: Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life. Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly. Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies. Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time. Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements. Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy. Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience. Being part of the NHSP Community means youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more. Who are NHS Professionals? NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements. Apply Today By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.

The post holder will: Be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision. Take charge of the Neonatal unit on a regular basis, acting as shift co-ordinator and will undertake designated management role. Will actively participate and promote practice development and the creation of a learning environment. Provides clinical, educational and emotional support to parents/carers. Provides clear clinical leadership to staff, deputising for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in her/his absence.

A Vacancy at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.


Are you looking for a challenging but rewarding career in health care?

Our Healthcare Support Workers play a vital role within our hospitals delivering excellent care to our patients.

We have vacancies for Healthcare Support Workers to work at our Watford Hospital site within our wards covering medical and care of elderly patients.

You will be required to work 12.5 hour shifts, covering days, nights and weekends (further details below).

You do not need any experience in the care sector, but we ask that you have a realistic understanding of what the job involves. We therefore encourage you to read the attached job description and person specification.

We want you to become part of Team West Herts!

To find out more about the role of a Healthcare Support Worker, please watch the YouTube video below:

https://youtu.be/1VmQLPrTNQU

Please visit the following website for information about the role of a Healthcare Support Worker:

https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/healthcare-support-worker/roles-healthcare-support-worker/healthcare-assistant



As a Healthcare Support Worker you will be an essential part of the nursing team. You will do a fantastic job providing care and support to our patients and their families.

You will need to be the kind of person who puts their patients first, providing the best care for every patient, every day.

You will provide hands on personal care for your patients whilst encouraging them to be as independent as possible.
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.

https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net

If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.


Please see the attached job description for further information about the role.

Are you up for the challenge? If so please submit your application as soon as possible, making sure you tell us why you want to work as a Healthcare Support Worker.

Once you have experience in the role, if you are looking to progress, we have fantastic opportunities within the Trust for you to complete a Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship or to go on to complete the Nursing Associate program. These opportunities are fully supported and financed by the Trust. Please ask us for more information if you are interested.

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Please note - we are unable to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (Work Permit) for this role.

Ward based Healthcare Support Workers:

We are recruiting for full time positions covering a 24 hour, 7 day a week shift pattern (rotational shifts, with enhanced pay for weekends and nights).

Posts involve working 3 long days/nights per week with 1 week in 4 working a 4 day/night week.

Shifts are 12.5 hours long (this includes an hour allocated for breaks). Shifts start at 7:15am - 7:45pm or 7:15pm - 7:45am. Shifts will cover 7 days per week, days, nights and Bank Holidays.

We cannot accommodate set shift patterns, day or night only shifts. If you are unable to commit to the working pattern, as detailed above, we would suggest that you apply to join NHS Professionals.

We offer an excellent pension scheme, annual leave allowance and family friendly policies, NHS Staff Discounts and salary sacrifice schemes.

You will be required to complete the ‘Care Certificate’ qualification as part of your on-going training. The Care Certificate is an agreed set of standards that define the knowledge, skills and behaviours expected of specific job roles in the health and social care sectors. The qualification is made up of the 15 minimum standards that should be covered if you are 'new to care' and will form part of a robust induction programme.


This advert closes on Tuesday 10 Dec 2024

• Salary: £37,500 - £43,000 + £2,000 after one year + ongoing bonus of up to 10%
• Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Part-Time Available
• Hybrid

Are you a qualified Physiotherapist in need of better work-life balance? Do you want regular hours so you can make the most of life? If so, we can offer you a Functional Assessor role that comes with 9 to 5 hours and true hybrid working - plus the chance to make the most of your medical skills. Could you be a Functional Assessor? Read on to find out.

The role

As a Functional Assessor, your main task will be to assess individuals and how their disabilities or conditions affect their work life. Drawing on your clinical expertise, you'll listen carefully and take down each person's medical history before performing a physical examination. You'll then produce concise, accurate reports for the Department of Work & Pensions (DWP) so they can decide each person's eligibility for benefits.

The role involves meeting people both face-to-face and via telephone/video. But whether you connect online or in person, you'll be sensitive, compassionate and able to ask the right questions while upholding best practice standards.

Rest assured that you'll have the time you need to make a precise assessment and give each person your whole attention. And while you'll work unsupervised, you'll be part of a wider multi-disciplinary team - support is all part of the package.

Once you apply, one of our specialist sjb medical recruiters will support you through the virtual application submission process. Please note that you must be committed to working at least three days per week for the part-time role.

About you

• HCPC Registered Physiotherapist with a minimum 12 months, recent broad-based post registration experience
• Experience in functional assessment and clinical decision making would be an advantage.
• Continuous Professional Development present on CV
• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
• Completion of ECDL or equivalent would be an advantage.
• Sound understanding of clinical governance and importance of delivering to agreed customer service levels and targets
• Great oral and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and respond to a rapidly changing environment.
• IT skills and experience of using a range of software
• Self-aware and focused on professional development
• Honest and able to maintain integrity and customer confidentiality
• Motivated to contribute to quality customer service, demonstrating empathy, respect and sensitivity in assessment delivery.
• Able to work on your own initiative to meet deadlines and standards.
• Ready to work as a reliable and efficient team member and willing to support the multi-disciplinary team
• Are eligible to work in the UK. (Unfortunately, sponsorship is not possible.)

Benefits:

• A competitive salary.
• £1,000 after six months & £1,000 after 12 months (if approved).
• Quality-related bonus of up to 10% once approved and eligible.
• 25 days of annual leave + BH with option to buy additional days or sell back.
• Annual registration fees paid.
• A comprehensive training programme.
• Full IT equipment provided for remote working
• Regular 1-2-1 reviews with your manager.
• Up to 6% employer matched pension contribution.
• Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts.
• Wellbeing, care and support - i.e. Room to talk (counselling), peer support, wellbeing webinars, a Wisdom Wellbeing app and more.

Training

You can look forward to four days of dedicated CPD per year, 1:1 clinical coaching with a dedicated coach and communities of practice. There'll also be the opportunity to undertake professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching to expand your capabilities. Other development opportunities include internal promotion and the chance to be part of a global network of healthcare professionals and work in various sectors. This is where it starts: apply now and take the first step.

Why SJB Medical

We are the longest-standing recruitment agency for DWP assessor contractors and pride ourselves on the support we give our healthcare candidates throughout the whole recruitment process. We believe that a diverse workforce adds to the success of our clients and as such, are committed to maintaining and supporting a culture of equality and diversity throughout our recruitment process.

Job applicants will receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or marital status. Our job advertisements will clearly and accurately state the requirements of the role to enable applicants to assess their suitability. To give everyone a fair experience, we will review and consider reasonable adjustments and accommodations during the recruitment process.

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

A Vacancy at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.


Are you enthusiastic and passionate about working with people in a fast-paced, acute care setting? Are you confident in your clinical skills, complex cases & discharge planning?

We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic inpatient therapy team at Watford General Hospital.

We are welcoming applications to our Band 7 post in the Orthopaedics and Surgery team for a fixed term contract of 12 months.

The working hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and forms part of a 7-day working rota, including a weekend shift approximately once every six weeks. Rest days will be allocated in the week following.

This post is based on acute hospital wards and NHS experience is essential.

The role would involve utilising evidenced based clinical skills to support patients as well as supporting junior members of the team with complex cases.

You will clinically manage a caseload, completing detailed assessment & treatments in Orthopaedic and Surgical specialities.

The clinical areas include:
• Trauma & Orthopaedics – working with the MDT to facilitate an ‘enablement approach’ to rehabilitation and supported discharge of trauma orthopaedic patients. This can include # NOF patients, head injuries and spinal cord injuries.
• Surgical – working across surgical wards in the acute hospital to provide assessment and intervention to patients following acute surgery, including new amputees.
• Elective enhanced recovery care - providing OT support to the new Herts and West Essex Surgical Centre due to open in Spring 2025. This service is based at St Albans City Hospital, but it is envisioned that most of the input will be provided virtually from the Watford site to aid in pre-assessment of elective care patients. There may be occasions where travel to St Albans might be necessary for meetings.

Discharge planning skills are key to this post, and you will need to be able to make timely decisions regarding transfer to community services and managing referrals to specialist units.

You will be supported with your personal development by the Therapy Team Leads and we will have opportunities for peer-led learning and training.

With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.

https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net.

If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.


This advert closes on Sunday 8 Dec 2024