Total 397 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1DG

This Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) position is responsible for providing the full range of clinical procedures related to respiratory care and is above the full performance level of the occupation.

RRTs at this level must possess the following:

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology including an in-depth understanding of the functioning of the circulatory and pulmonary systems and the major organs associated with these systems is required. In addition, knowledge of a variety of related acute and chronic disorders and diseases, their effect on the lungs and heart, and the method of treatment.

Knowledge of the pharmacology of common respiratory drugs, common dosages, typical and atypical patient responses and side effects is required.

Knowledge of respiratory therapy and all necessary equipment including but not limited to concentrators, mechanical ventilators, CPAP and Bi-level therapy equipment, pulse oximeters, end-tidal CO2 monitors, suction equipment, oxygen delivery systems, conserving devices, airway clearance devices, portable spirometry testing equipment. The incumbent should be prepared to acquire new knowledge and skills, as necessary relevant to the coordination of care for inpatients and outpatients. The incumbent is expected to perform patient, family, and caregiver education as needed. He/she will educate and train new staff, students, and members of the healthcare team. He/she must have expertise in the operation of all respiratory care equipment and be able to select and manipulate the respiratory equipment and therapy to meet patient needs. He/she must be able to instruct physicians and other healthcare professionals in the proper utilization of respiratory care equipment and therapy. When assessing a patient, providing care, or providing educational instruction, the employee will consider the age of the patient and any learning barriers as well as personal learning preferences as each relates to the ability to understand directions, provide objective self-assessment or any other personal information appropriate to the medical treatment plan.

Skill in performing equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, mask fittings, and equipment cleaning, calibration, and maintenance is required. The incumbent shall be able to monitor vital signs, perform and interpret arterial blood gases, and perform clinical assessments, recommend treatment options, and assess patient response appropriate for a registered respiratory therapist. The therapist is skilled in arterial puncture by utilizing arterial puncture technique with collections via careful anaerobic technique, proper storage of blood until analyzed and utilizing all necessary safeguards to prevent complications from this technique. The therapist performs this duty routinely and without supervision.

The Therapist checks, orders, and maintains an adequate number of supplies needed for the inpatient and outpatient clinic areas. The supplies are to be stocked, assembled and placed in the appropriate areas to maintain a safe, clean work environment.

The incumbent demonstrates the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the following duties within the scope of Respiratory Care. A Respiratory Therapist may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned. Essential functions may change from time to time to reflect the current trends within the field of respiratory therapy, and to meet the cardio-pulmonary needs of the patients served. Essential functions are required to be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time for above full performance ratings. The Therapist will be provided the opportunity to cross train to other areas within the service line and participate in special projects or committees. He/she will perform other duties as delegated by management.

Work Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 608-F07837
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.Contact Jaime.Perez3@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Available

Starting at $98,240 Per Year (GS 12)

This Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) position is responsible for providing the full range of clinical procedures related to respiratory care and is above the full performance level of the occupation.

RRTs at this level must possess the following:

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology including an in-depth understanding of the functioning of the circulatory and pulmonary systems and the major organs associated with these systems is required. In addition, knowledge of a variety of related acute and chronic disorders and diseases, their effect on the lungs and heart, and the method of treatment.

Knowledge of the pharmacology of common respiratory drugs, common dosages, typical and atypical patient responses and side effects is required.

Knowledge of respiratory therapy and all necessary equipment including but not limited to concentrators, mechanical ventilators, CPAP and Bi-level therapy equipment, pulse oximeters, end-tidal CO2 monitors, suction equipment, oxygen delivery systems, conserving devices, airway clearance devices, portable spirometry testing equipment. The incumbent should be prepared to acquire new knowledge and skills, as necessary relevant to the coordination of care for inpatients and outpatients. The incumbent is expected to perform patient, family, and caregiver education as needed. He/she will educate and train new staff, students, and members of the healthcare team. He/she must have expertise in the operation of all respiratory care equipment and be able to select and manipulate the respiratory equipment and therapy to meet patient needs. He/she must be able to instruct physicians and other healthcare professionals in the proper utilization of respiratory care equipment and therapy. When assessing a patient, providing care, or providing educational instruction, the employee will consider the age of the patient and any learning barriers as well as personal learning preferences as each relates to the ability to understand directions, provide objective self-assessment or any other personal information appropriate to the medical treatment plan.

Skill in performing equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, mask fittings, and equipment cleaning, calibration, and maintenance is required. The incumbent shall be able to monitor vital signs, perform and interpret arterial blood gases, and perform clinical assessments, recommend treatment options, and assess patient response appropriate for a registered respiratory therapist. The therapist is skilled in arterial puncture by utilizing arterial puncture technique with collections via careful anaerobic technique, proper storage of blood until analyzed and utilizing all necessary safeguards to prevent complications from this technique. The therapist performs this duty routinely and without supervision.

The Therapist checks, orders, and maintains an adequate number of supplies needed for the inpatient and outpatient clinic areas. The supplies are to be stocked, assembled and placed in the appropriate areas to maintain a safe, clean work environment.

The incumbent demonstrates the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the following duties within the scope of Respiratory Care. A Respiratory Therapist may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned. Essential functions may change from time to time to reflect the current trends within the field of respiratory therapy, and to meet the cardio-pulmonary needs of the patients served. Essential functions are required to be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time for above full performance ratings. The Therapist will be provided the opportunity to cross train to other areas within the service line and participate in special projects or committees. He/she will perform other duties as delegated by management.

Work Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 608-F07837
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Available
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.Contact Jaime.Perez3@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Starting at $98,240 Per Year (GS 12)

Job Description Nurse Reports to Clinical Team Leader Job Summary The post involves working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team providing specialist palliative care and support for children and young people from 0-35 years. The post holder will be expected to work without direct supervision, providing a high standard of holistic care to children and young people with a variety of complex health needs. Effective communication skills are required to support children, young people and their families during their stay in the hospices. The hospices provide care over a 24-hour period and the post holder is expected to work flexibly across all shifts. Key Responsibilities To provide a high standard of palliative care for children, young adults with complex health care needs and members of their families. To develop and maintain the clinical skills required to deliver complex care using practice based on best evidence. To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary Care Team providing care, advice and support in line with professional accountability. To provide supervision and support to other members of the Care Team, valuing the skills and qualities of all Team members, sharing expertise and learning new skills freely and willingly. To be aware of the safety and safeguarding needs of children, young adults, families and other staff and to comply with: The Children Act 2004 DOH No Secrets Guidance on developing and implementing multi-agency policies and procedures to protect vulnerable adults from abuse (Mar 2000) Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 NMC code and guidelines Key Tasks Undertake clinical nursing assessment of the child /young person and develop comprehensive care plans in partnership with family members ensuring practice based on best evidence. Clinical assessment will include evaluation of symptoms and review of symptom management plans in collaboration with the wider multi-disciplinary team. Deliver a high standard of clinical nursing care which is based on best evidence. Communicate effectively and sensitively with children, young people and their families. Be responsible for the safe administration of medication following the Medicines Management policy/SOP and NMC guidance. Lead and co-ordinate a small team during a shift under the supervision of the Site Coordinator organising the care and activities for the shift delegating to non -registered staff appropriately. Maintain accurate records of all types, whether written or electronic and maintain confidentiality at all times. Maintain an up to date knowledge and awareness of issues around the safeguarding of children and young adults, ensuring that appropriate steps are facilitated through effective communication across multidisciplinary agencies. Be responsible for developing and maintaining own skills identified in the Clinical Competency Framework with support from the Practice Education team. Maintain agreed governance processes through incident reporting and risk assessment. Participate in audits as required. Liaise with outside agencies involved in the care and support of the children and young people and their families. Attend meetings as required, including staff meetings and support sessions. Participate in the orientation of new staff and students; act as mentor if requested, on completion of the Mentorship course. Be responsible for personal professional development, maintaining awareness of current developments in palliative care for children, young people and families. All staff are reminded of their responsibility to adhere to Trust and Departmental Infection Protection Policies, including PPE use, cleaning and decontamination of the environment and equipment in order to protect their own health and that of service users, other employees and visitors. This job description does not attempt to describe all the tasks and responsibilities of the post, but rather illustrates with examples the main role of the post-holder. It is therefore subject to alteration and development and will be reviewed jointly with the post-holder and Director of Care.

The post holder will provide leadership and management of the care team to ensure effective delivery of care for children and young people with life limiting and life threatening conditions across both Naomi House and Jacksplace. Key Responsibilities: To lead the provision of a very high standard of care and support for all children, young people and their families attending Naomi House and Jacksplace. To provide clinical leadership to staff at Naomi House and Jacksplace over a shift period. To liaise fully with the Clinical Team Leaders/Care Managers and other Site Co-ordinators. To support the Clinical Team Leader in the line management, development and support of a team of nurses and carers. Managerial Responsibilities To lead and coordinate the day-to-day provision of care to the children, young people and their families in both houses on any clinical shift. To be responsible for ensuring an holistic assessment is completed for all children and young people to enable up to date care plans incorporating all necessary risk assessments. To allocate staff appropriately on each shift to ensure effective use of resources. To ensure excellent and timely communication with the Clinical Team Leader in house or on call and to escalate any concerns appropriately. To line manage staff as delegated by the Clinical Team Leader, participating in appraisals and day to day staff management. To provide support and supervision to staff and students in the care team, across both hospice settings. To work in partnership with the hospice multidisciplinary team as well as any other agencies involved in the care, to ensure the delivery of seamless services. To maintain an up to date knowledge of organisational policies and ensure that these are adhered to across all areas of work with children, young people and families. To assist in promoting the economic, efficient and equitable use of resources. To ensure that Health and Safety requirements are met and that risks to service users and staff are assessed and action taken to minimise these. Clinical Responsibilities To deliver a high standard of individualised holistic care and support to children, young people and their families, promoting empowerment, advocacy and partnership. To ensure that clinical documentation is up to date and adheres to record keeping standards. To manage staffing and allocate resources across both hospices according to assessed acuity on each shift. To support the Practice Education team to embed evidence based nursing care. To monitor standards of care, participating in audit and required actions. To maintain agreed governance processes through incident reporting and risk assessment. To communicate effectively with all members of the hospice multidisciplinary team, as well as any other agencies involved in the care and support of referred children and young people. To recognise the need for psychological support and work appropriately alongside the Family Support Team. To maintain an up to date knowledge and awareness of issues around the safeguarding of children and young adults, ensuring effective communication across multidisciplinary agencies and adherence to agreed safeguarding policies. To be aware of the safety needs of children, young adults and families and other staff and to comply with: The Children Act 2004 DoH No Secrets Guidance on developing and implementing multi-agency policies and procedures to protect vulnerable adults from abuse Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 NMC codes and guidelines Personal Responsibilities To be responsible and proactive in personal professional development by: o Maintaining awareness of current developments in palliative care for children, young people and families. o Maintaining clinical skills identified in the Competency Framework. o Ensuring timely revalidation with the NMC All staff are reminded of their responsibility to adhere to Trust and Departmental Infection Protection Policies, including PPE use, cleaning and decontamination of the environment and equipment in order to protect their own health and that of service users, other employees and visitors.

We are looking for a Locum Sports Rehabilitation Therapist to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at HMS Nelson Medical Centre, in Portsmouth, Hampshire.

Hours:
• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday - Thursday: 8 AM to 5 PM
• Friday: 8 AM to 12 PM

Pay: Up to £25.65 per hour

Essential Requirements:
• BSc (Hons) in Sports Rehabilitation or JESSRI qualification
• OR BSc (Hons) in Sports Therapy with full membership of the Society of Sports Therapy (SST)
• Membership of the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers (BaSRaT) or SST.
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in musculoskeletal (MSK) sports injuries

About the Role: Similar to the previous role, this position involves working within the Armed Forces' rehabilitation system. However, the focus is on sports injuries and rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities:
• Assessing and diagnosing sports injuries
• Developing and implementing treatment plans
• Providing rehabilitation and exercise therapy
• Collaborating with other healthcare professionals
• Supporting patients' return to duty or civilian life

If you have the required qualifications and experience, this is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work within the Armed Forces and make a positive impact on the lives of service personnel.

All job placements are subject to the receipt of satisfactory compliance requirements and a current DBS.

Please note that MMP does not sponsor work visas. Applicants must have valid leave to remain in the UK and relevant UK work experience.

We are seeking motivated postdoctoral scholars with a passion for flexible bioelectronics and medical robotics to join our dynamic research team. This project focuses on developing a smart bioelectronic system that seamlessly integrates therapeutic functions with continuous monitoring capabilities. The system incorporates cutting-edge technologies in bioelectronics, soft robotics, and materials science, leveraging advanced materials and fabrication technologies. If you are excited about groundbreaking research and innovative technology in healthcare engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

As a member of the Multiscale Intelligent Biodevices Lab (MIB), led by Dr. Rujie Sun at the University of Southampton, you will lead efforts to develop innovative bioelectronic systems that integrate real-time monitoring and therapeutic functions. Your primary focus will be designing and fabricating flexible bioelectronics that can interface seamlessly with biological tissues, combining soft robotic techniques to enhance personalized treatment. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on interdisciplinary projects, pushing the frontiers of personalized medicine and health management. In this project, you will collaborate with Inha University and have access to a broad network of academic partners, including Imperial College London, University of Oxford, University of Bristol, and University of Liverpool. Additionally, we work closely with industrial and clinical collaborators, providing opportunities for fostering new partnerships and expanding your professional network.

The successful applicant should have required qualifications and experience

Education: PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related disciplines with a strong academic record (Or working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD).
Research Interests: Demonstrated enthusiasm for research in flexible bioelectronics, soft medical robotics, or related fields.
Skills: Extensive experience in microfabrication techniques for bioelectronics or soft robotics, as well as expertise in biomaterials for medical tools. Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, and excellent communication skills.
The University of Southampton is a global leader in research and innovation, among the top 1% of universities globally. Our electronic engineering programme was rated the best in the UK by the 2022 Guardian University Guide, and we were ranked 4th nationally for engineering in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). By joining us, you will be part of a supportive and vibrant academic community, with access to cutting-edge facilities and world-class research opportunities. This is an ideal environment for advancing your career while making significant contributions to the future of technology.

The post will be full time for 18 months with the possibility of further extension.

If you are interested, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience align with this role. For further inquiries, we encourage you to contact Dr. Rujie Sun at rujie.sun@soton.ac.uk.

Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Included but are not limited to:

• Provides patient management, care coordination, and discharge/disposition planning for inpatient and outpatient settings using all elements of the nursing process.
• The CM RN assists Veterans, family members, and caregivers with receiving the most appropriate options and services to meet their complex health care needs. This includes, but is not limited to, acute, chronic, multiple, complex, catastrophic, or life-threatening illnesses; combat stress, residuals of traumatic brain injury; community adjustment; addictions and other health problems.
• Coordinates care and collaborates with multiple members of the interdisciplinary team across all levels and sites of care.
• The CM RN addresses psychosocial, as well as nursing and medical needs of patients and their families/caregivers, through participation in interdisciplinary patient care management practice.
• The CM RN also evaluates care and outcomes to ensure timely and appropriate provision of services. Collaborates in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of policies, procedures, and/or guidelines.
• Demonstrates performance and leadership that is broad enough to improve the care for a group of patients.
• Provides peers with formal or informal constructive feedback for improvement.
• Supports colleagues and other nurses through CM knowledge sharing to provide safe, quality nursing care.
• Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of health care professionals.
• Evaluates and documents CM outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes for individuals, groups, and populations at the program or service level.
• Follows procedures per established policies and guidelines.

Work Schedule: Full Time, Monday- Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm
Compressed/Flexible: Not authorized
Telework: May be available on Ad-Hoc based on supervisors discretion
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

Notifications:

• This is a Bargaining Unit Position
• This position is in the Excepted Service
• This position is covered by a special rate.
• Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.

Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards
Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards

Starting at $73,341 Per Year (VN 00)

We are in the fortunate position to be able to welcome a clinical pharmacist to our innovative and progressive Hampshire Hospitals Pharmacy team. This is a unique role in which you can develop your specialist skillset and advance your clinical skills.
• As an Specialist Pharmacist For Surgery, you will spend time in a patient facing role working on inpatient wards to support the delivery of a range of clinical services.
• Through a competency based program, you will gain experience and training in surgery, acute medicine, intensive care and nutrition, frailty, palliative care, governance and training, enhancing your advanced clinical skills and building your non-clinical skills. The Trust has a strong multidisciplinary approach with extended roles for non-medical staff.
• The successful candidate will be provided with the support of a well-established team, opportunities to develop and embed their careers, and to make a difference to patients’ lives.
• To develop, deliver and evaluate the Clinical Pharmacy Service provided to the speciality assigned, with responsibility for business planning and staff management in line with pharmacy service level agreements and objectives set by the Director of Pharmacy, Clinical Pharmacy Manager & Lead Clinical Pharmacist.
• To manage staff to ensure the effective operation of the Services provided to the Speciality
• The post holder has joint responsibility with the other Specialist and Clinical Pharmacists within the business unit for the overall leadership of the Pharmacy Service
• To ensure that the highest standards of clinical care are continuously delivered

Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire.
Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.
We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer.
The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust.

Happy to Talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible and part time working will be considered.

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached

We welcome applications from pharmacists who may not meet all the essential criteria or who have gained clinical experience in primary care.


This advert closes on Monday 9 Dec 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

We are seeking a Band 6 Specialist Practice Nurse for a Locum position with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at RAF Odiham Medical Centre, in Hook, Hampshire. The position would be onsite, within the Medical Centre on the base.

Start date: 16/12/2024
End date: 31/03/2025 (possible extension)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Job Description – Service Requirements
• To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, under the Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) organisation, delivering Primary Health Care (PHC) services and elements of Occupational Health and Health Promotion to the Defence Medical Services (DMS) entitled Population at Risk (PAR).
• To be responsible to the Senior Medical Officer / Lead Clinician / Senior Nurse and provide routine clinics as directed to meet the needs of the organisation and the PAR.
• To be involved in the development and implementation of programmes of care/ service delivery within their scope of practice; utilising Information Systems (IS) to interrogate/support clinical audit and conduct service evaluations.
• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care of patients in the provision of nurse led clinics, including communication with senior clinicians, outside agencies and disciplines as required.
• To contribute to, and if acting as the Lead Nurse to co-ordinate, in association with the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician, the line management, supervision and development of other nurses / untrained personnel and ensure individuals work within their individual scope of practice.
• To undertake and remain in date for all mandatory training as set out in the most current DPHC Guidance Note entitled Mandatory Training for Locums, Agency Staff and single Service personnel working within DPHC.
• To maintain patient safety and support and promote healthcare governance activity.
• To undertake training and demonstrate competence to issue medications via Patient Group Directives (PGDs) and Patient Specific Directions (PSDs), in accordance with Joint Service Policy and as determined appropriate by the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician.

Essential Requirements / Qualifications / Experience
• Must be Registered Nurse (Adult) Level 1 with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and hold a valid, in date Personal Identification Number (PIN) and not be subject to any restrictions of practice.
• Must hold current, valid personal medical indemnity insurance.
• Must have a minimum of two years post registration experience in PHC practice.
• Must have a minimum of one year’s post registration in a Band 6 or higher grade in a Primary Healthcare (PHC) setting (within the last three years).
• Must be in date for Basic Life Support (BLS), Anaphylaxis, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and be able to provide certification.
• Must have completed Immunisation and Vaccination Foundation Training in accordance with national immunisation and vaccination standard training requirements (Public Health England) and either:
- be able to provide certification; or
- be able to provide proof of clinical competency of the same from a previous employer or Line Manager, who is a current and practicing GMC or NMC Registrant, for Immunisation and Vaccinations (dated within the last 12 months).
• Must be in date for Immunisation and Vaccination annual update e-learning training (to include young children if engaged within a family practice) and be able to provide certification.
• Must be in date and able to provide certificates of training/qualification/update, as undertaken within the last three years, and/or be able to provide proof of clinical competency of the same from a previous employer or Line Manager, who is a current and practicing GMC or NMC Registrant, for:
- Venepuncture
- Travel Health
- Minor Injuries
- Minor Illness / Common PHC Presentations
- Child Health in Primary Care (only if working in a family practice as identified in the
- Demand Order)
- Cervical Cytology Sample Taking (only if working in a Medical Facility where an essential requirement / skill gap is identified within the Demand Order)
- Preparation for Mentorship; Supporting Learning and Assessment in Practice (SLAiP);
- Mentorship and Assessment in Practice; Clinical Supervision or equivalent
- Travel health.
• Must be in date and able to provide certification for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Safeguarding Adults up to and including Level 3 training.

About Military Medical Personnel and Our Benefits:
Military Medical Personnel (MMP) is a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated exclusively to providing locum civilian medical, dental and healthcare professionals to the Ministry of Defence. We are a contracted supplier to the MOD and have locum vacancies on military bases throughout the UK and occasionally overseas locations.

Military Medical Personnel offer an attractive package for candidates which may include the following:
• Attractive rates of pay with weekly payments and choice of payment model
• A generous “Refer a Friend” bonus scheme
• Flexibility of long- and short-term assignments to suit your availability
• Free uniforms provided (if required)
• A disclosure check PVG membership in Scotland or Access Northern Ireland certificate is required for this post.
• Free mandatory training
• Weekly payments
• Assigned an experienced consultant who will support you throughout your application and will continue to look after you during your assignment

All job placements are subject to the receipt of satisfactory compliance requirements and a current DBS.

Please note that MMP does not sponsor work visas. Applicants must have valid leave to remain in the UK and relevant UK work experience.

• 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.

Included but are not limited to:

• The Assistant Nurse Manager reports directly to the Nurse Manager of Urgent Care. The Assistant Nurse Manager is responsible for the oversight of daily operations of the department in the absence of the Nurse Manager.
• The Assistant Nurse Manager assumes responsibility for staffing and scheduling of permanent and supplemental nursing staff and ensures that assignments of the staff reflect their appropriate utilization, compliance with staffing guidelines, and The Joint Commission standards. This includes weekend rotation schedule of staff as well as holiday and yearly vacation schedule for RN staff.
• Manages clinical issues, performance improvement activities, customer service and safety and satisfaction including any follow up.
• Assist the Nurse Manager with statistical daily and monthly Urgent Care data Collection.
• Actively participates in Hospital Committees.
• Assist the Nurse Manger in all issues affecting nursing including standards of practice, credentialing, training, yearly competencies, functional statements, position descriptions, proficiency reports, performance appraisals, policies, procedures, protocols, and competencies.
• Cover as bedside RN in the Urgent care if needed to support proper staffing.
• Manage and run patient reports and audits, complete the proper follow up as well as proper documentation.
• Equip staff with tools for culturally competent care and promotes a culture of accountability for high-quality, cost-effective outcomes.
• Provide leadership in day-to-day operations and input into the strategic planning process for the attainment of organizational goals

Work Schedule: Full Time, Monday- Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Compressed/Flexible: Not authorized
Telework: Not available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Notifications:

• This is not a Bargaining Unit Position
• This position is in the Excepted Service
• Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.
• This position is covered by a special rate.

Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards
Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards

Starting at $79,531 Per Year (VN 00)

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GS-3 Level: The Nursing Assistant at this grade level functions as a member of the nursing care team and assists licensed nursing staff in the care of patients/residents receiving preventive, acute, sub-acute chronic, maintenance, and hospice care. The distinguishing factor is that patient/resident assignments typically involve more complex nursing needs, which can vary within a range of predictable to unpredictable requirements. The NA at this level also assumes a peer education/mentorship

GS-4 Level: The Nursing Assistant at this grade level is considered to be at the intermediate or developmental level and is closely supervised. The NA at this grade level is learning to provide complex nursing care independently as a member of the nursing care team by assisting higher graded NAs, licensed nursing staff, and other members of the care team. The significant factor is that they provide care under close supervision, are learning to perform complex nursing skills, and will refer issues/questions to supervisors, higher graded NAs, licensed nursing staff, or other healthcare professionals.GS-5 Level: The Nursing Assistant at this level is at full performance for (NA) occupation 0621 series. The NAs at this grade level function as a member of the nursing care team and assist licensed nursing staff in the care of patients/residents receiving preventive, acute, sub-acute chronic, maintenance, and hospice care. The distinguishing factor is that patient/resident assignments typically involve more complex nursing needs, which can vary within a range of predictable to unpredictable requirements. The NA at this level also assumes a peer education/mentorship.

GS-5 Level: The Nursing Assistant at this level is at full performance for (NA) occupation 0621 series. The NAs at this grade level function as a member of the nursing care team and assist licensed nursing staff in the care of patients/residents receiving preventive, acute, sub-acute chronic, maintenance, and hospice care. The distinguishing factor is that patient/resident assignments typically involve more complex nursing needs, which can vary within a range of predictable to unpredictable requirements. The NA at this level also assumes a peer education/mentorship.

Work Schedule: Full time, 7:30am-4PM, with off tour rotations as need 330pm-12am, and 1130p-8am; there are no set days as the office is a 24/7 unit
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: F4065, F4066, F4067

Starting at $39,057 Per Year (GS 3-5)

Administration

• Assists the ADPCS in directing and coordinating all administrative activities and coordinates clerical operations within all of the Nursing Services to provide optimal efficiency.
• Serves as the liaison between the clinical and supporting services on administrative matters.
• Collects and analyzes data for the purposes of budgeting, personnel administration, workload analysis, engineering, research, quality improvement, report preparation, supplies/equipment inventory, facility management and safety.
• Prepare and tracks local & National awards for the Nursing Services
• Prepare ceiling reports, complete SAIL data review, analysis and reports, AMIS, DSS re-mapping, FCP projected needs/excess and provide data for any administrative request from the ADPCS
• Tracks Education Requests, education hours of staff, NNEI and EISP paperwork, presenting to Education Committee
• Staffing requests, new & fill-behind for ADPCS
• Review & recommend equipment and IRM resource needs for ADPCS
• Track and graph staff efficiency monitors.
• Provide administrative support for NQSAC
• Collaborates with the Secretary of Patient Nursing Services to assist in the preparation of congressional, IG and inspection reports, if required, assuring accuracy and appropriateness of information.
• Collaborates with the Secretary Nursing Services and Nursing leadership to maintain oversight in the completion of ADPCS action items.
• In collaboration with the ADPCS, this position is responsible for ensuring that ADPCS is in compliance with Joint Commission Accreditation for Hospital Organization, all legal, regulatory, policy, and fire and safety requirements.

Operations/Project Management

• Plans and coordinates inspections and/or official visits in conjunction with Director's staff for VHA, Congressional and National Service Organization representatives.
• Performs follow-up in response to recommendations by these visitors. As representative of the ADPNS, incumbent meets with visitors and guests and conducts briefings on ongoing medical center programs, future projects and status of reviews.
• Responsible for development of administrative policies and procedures to include the formulation, advisement, development and/or coordinating implementation of management policies, programs and operations.
• Performs special studies and analysis to assess the impact of budget, staffing, equipment, space and other resources or limitations on the medical center's ability to provide quality patient care and comply with mission requirements.
• Advises and instructs clinical staff of their roles and responsibilities and forecasts impact on construction projects, and space allocations.
• Evaluates and advises the medical center ADPCS on the effect of survey results, regulatory and legal requirements and public opinion.
• Makes evaluative analysis, plans, designs, conducts, and reports on all aspects of new or established programs.
• Makes decisions or recommendations on patient movement, employee morale, program objectives and operations and corrective actions to be taken.
• Represents the ADPCS on numerous medical center committees and subcommittees including but not limited to; Nursing Executive Council, Administrative Executive Council, Workforce Executive Council, Quality Safety and Value Council, Medical Executive Council, Strategic Planning Committee, etc., and represents the medical center on various external committees and attends weekly VHA conference calls.
• A technical representative for the negotiation and administration of financial and academic contracts such as gathering data and supporting documents, submitting them to contracting, monitoring the timeline and operation of the contract, as well as approving ADPCS invoices.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm
Position Description Title/PD#: Health System Specialist/PD003170
Telework: Not available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Notifications:
This position is covered by locality-based comparability pay.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
This is not a bargaining union position

Starting at $98,240 Per Year (GS 12)

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Assess and treat a variety of conditions across all rotations, whilst working as part of a wider therapy team to promote and develop evidence-based care and practice. The successful applicant will be expected to hold a manual driving licence or have access to their own car with business insurance, unless medically exempt. The therapy team have a therapy (manual) car to enable community access visits to be completed if needed, to facilitate hospital discharge. The acute therapy team covers a 7-day service from 8.30am - 4.30pm, including bank holidays. A commitment to working 50% of the bank holidays and working weekends (usually approximately one weekend per month), as part of the OT weekend rota is essential. We reserve the right to close the job early if we receive a high number of applications. We welcome informal visits to meet the therapy team. We are happy to consider flexible working all requests for part time and flexible working will be considered. Further information about the Trust and the role can be found on the job description and person specification document attached to the job advert. For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Ray Yong on raymond.yong@hhft.nhs.uk You will notice that there are jobs listed under Winchester / Basingstoke, please only apply once as applications for all sites will be considered for the cross-site rotation. Please note you will have a base working site e.g. Basingstoke or Winchester, with the opportunity to rotate across sites, as per preference, rotation requests and also according to service needs, therefore a flexible approach is a requirement.