Total 266 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Plymouth, PL4 7QD

Professional/Clinical Under the direction of the Clinical Director of Pharmacy and supported by the Advanced Clinical Pharmacist you will: Deliver optimum clinical pharmacy services to patients within our care Attend MDTs and consultant ward rounds. Be responsible for the safe and effective transfer of patients across care settings including medicines reconciliation on admission and authorise discharge summaries on discharge Provide clinical pharmacist support and advice to consultants, junior doctors, nurses, members of the MDT, patients and their carers by completion of medicines reconciliation, comprehensive drug histories, pharmacist led medication reviews, monitoring and advising on strategies to optimise response to therapies Be supported in this training post to achieve a Clinical Diploma and Independent Prescriber qualification or similar qualification. Contribute to the clinical governance agenda(s) of the service and of the organisation Review policies and procedures relevant to pharmacy and monitor and evaluate medicines related protocols and guidelines Propose policy or service changes to improve the delivery of pharmaceutical care to patients which may have multidisciplinary and resource implications Use risk stratification tools/protocols to minimise the risk of harm from medicines Implement changes following local and national drug alerts/information in accordance with local policy Provide pharmacist cover for other areas and settings during annual leave or sickness Attend, deliver and contribute to CPD sessions and peer review for the purposes of revalidation in order to maintain professional registration Clinical services will be achieved through Contribution to multidisciplinary team meetings, this will require pharmaceutical advice ensuring optimum treatment is recommended for every patient Undertake medication reviews with patients to support optimum therapy and adherence, making recommendations to prescribers and the MDT and involving the patient in every aspect of their treatment Review and interpret clinical data each day for patients requiring therapeutic drug monitoring Recommendation of appropriate therapy for individual patients where evidence is not available, controversial, evidence exists, or other professionals may challenge advice Provide advice on the pharmaceutical and pharmacodynamics properties of drugs including alterations of these parameters in special groups of patients, such as the older adult or those with mental health conditions. Attendance at Consultant/Doctor/white board/MDT meetings to actively facilitate and provide advice on the treatment of patients Promote compliance by prescribers and other healthcare staff with the South and West Devon Formulary and Referral Application of the evidence base behind drug therapies Identification of adverse drug reactions and reporting them to the MHRA via the Yellow Card system Complete medicines reconciliation within 24hours for acute areas (72hrs at weekends) and within 7 days for rehabilitation areas as patients enter and leave services, identifying and informing prescribers of any changes Contribute to the organisations wider antimicrobial surveillance programme, implementing local programmes ensuring appropriate antimicrobial prescribing within the organisation Contribute to public health campaigns, including flu vaccinations, and adult immunisation programmes Analytical and Judgmental skills Applying specialist pharmaceutical knowledge to ensure drug, dose, frequency, route etc. are suitable for the individual patient. This may involve calculations and/or analysis of past medication/medical history and laboratory results To clinically screen drug charts to ensure all aspects are compatible and no pharmaceutical needs are unmet To clinically screen discharge summaries and ensure they are safe, detailed and complete to enable better transfer of care for patients across care settings Use knowledge and professional judgement to respond to medicines related issues with the relevant clinician or team in a timely manner Support the delivery of the NHS Devon ICB medicines optimisation agenda in primary care Participation in audit and project work Identify areas for service development, interpreting NICE recommendations and developing relevant pathways Responding to medicines information requests from prescribers and other healthcare professionals and providing advice on medicines. In many cases this is a complex task involving specialist up to date knowledge, effective search strategies, evaluation of the evidence base and formulation of an appropriate response. Contribute to clinical governance and risk management through interventions which optimise the management of medicines in all areas of practice, supporting best practice throughout all areas of responsibility. Planning and Organisational skills Organise and prioritise ones own workload in order to respond to urgent and varied requests in a timely manner. Be flexible according to the needs of the service, which are often unpredictable Ability to work under pressure to ensure that deadlines are achieved Service Development: Agree therapeutic areas of practice for development and independent prescribing in accordance with your competency and the requirements of the service Implement changes aligned to local and national drivers for organisational and system service improvements that are designed to enhance the delivery of care to patients across the system Actively contribute to the development of the Clinical Pharmacy Service initiatives that improve patient care and access across the system Contribute to the delivery of initiatives that help with the seamless transfer of patients between different healthcare settings Integrate research evidence into your practice and identify gaps in the evidence base Provide education and training to all healthcare professionals Write and review Medicines Policies, procedures and guidelines under the direction and support of the Advanced Clinical Pharmacist and senior management team Review Patient Group Directions and Protocols with training and support from the Advance Clinical Pharmacist Take part in audit work Development and Support of other Pharmacy Staff Provide training and mentorship to other pharmacists, trainee pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants, work experience students, volunteers and any other members of staff needing support as required. Health, Safety and Security: To work safely in the dispensary or ward environment ensuring any risks identified to health and safety are managed or escalated to line manager To ensure safety and security of medicines, prescription stationery and other patient identifiable documents according to locally agreed standard operating procedures To inform line manager of any breaches of safety or security or if agreed procedures are thought to be inadequate to manage the risk Training and Development This is a training post to develop a pharmacist for their future career. Study at clinical pharmacy post-graduate diploma level and / or construction of an Advanced Practice Portfolio for RPS Faculty membership is encouraged Study to achieve Independent Pharmacist Prescriber status will also be possible Deliver appropriate training and education to healthcare colleagues, carer groups and outside agencies in order to promote the safe use and clinical application of drugs. Freedom to Act: Pharmacists are expected to work largely unsupervised and to act on their own professional judgement. Support mechanisms exist within the clinical pharmacy service by contacting other team members on a mutually beneficial basis. If studying for a specific qualification a suitable mentor and/or facilitator will be made available as necessary. Line manager support is available as required. Clinical supervision from another health professional can be arranged and is to be encouraged Clinical roles are supported by policies, SOPs and guidelines within which the registered professional is allowed to exercise professional discretion / interpretation Communications and Relationships Well-developed verbal and written communications skills are essential to the role Communicate medicines information (e.g. medicines doses and side effects) in oral or written form to patients and/or carers, who may have difficulties with understanding Work with the Pharmacy team to manage day to day medicines queries, including face to face consultations with patients identified to have compliance or other problems in medicine administration Be actively involved in patient counselling Develop and implement patient/carer health educational groups across the organisation Refer patients to other community services where appropriate Discuss and resolve medication problems with prescribers where appropriate, ensuring treatment is appropriate, safe and effective Input and maintain clinical and pharmacy records, for example using System-one IT, controlled drugs, unlicensed medication To provide information for summary care records to other healthcare professional if appropriate to do so Work collaboratively and effectively with all levels of healthcare staff in every area of work, Physical Demands of the Job There is a need to travel between sites, therefore ability to drive or commitment to attaining a driving license is essential, and to use own car is an advantage Good keyboard / computer skills are essential. Dispensing and checking of medication including blister packs as needed. Manual handling may include small static loads and some patient handling

The post holder will assist registered staff within the Complex Needs team at harbour Drug and alcohol services, working under supervision, in providing support in the community for people experincing mental health and co-existing substance misues issues. The post holder will work alongside the other services and staff working with people that live complex lives in the community, where they will manage a caseload under supervision from a registered member of staff. The aim is to promote recovery from addiction and improve the health and wellbeing outcomes for individuals, linking them in with Community activities and wider supports which include improving access to activities, meaningful employment, and training. The role will require the post holder to work across the complex lives system, developing in consultation with service users flexible and realistic support packages and person-centred plans within agreed guidelines and service models. This post is seen as crucial in working alongside Registered staff to develop and implement person centred care plans in order that the person using the service can optimise their level of functioning despite any barrier their complex problems may present. Care and recovery support is delivered to clients in their homes and within a variety of accommodation settings and will be monitored with the aim to optimise service users recovery needs. There is an expectation that staff may be required to work in other parts of the organisation/ complex lives system on request according to service need and as part of personal development. see attached JD for full descroption

Theatre Nurse / ODP - Scrub (RGN / ODP) with an interest in Orthopaedics

Plymouth | Theatres | Permanent contract | Full time | Includes weekend work and on calls
Up to £36,000 depending on experience

37.5 hours per week

As the UK's largest Healthcare Charity, we offer a fantastic home for your career. And we'll give you the freedom to work autonomously, making full use of your expertise. Here's where you bring your drive, passion and high standards to help shape the health of the nation.

As a Theatre Nurse / ODP in Scrub at Nuffield Plymouth Hospital, you'll be registered with the appropriate governing body. You have the qualifications and experience that are relevant to your registration, including NMC or HCPC. Plus, you bring post-registration experience, flexibility and excellent communication skills. You're also a great team worker.

As a Theatre Nurse / ODP in Scrub, you will:

• Be part of our close-knit multidisciplinary team

• Work with leading consultants and like-minded professionals who respect and value what you bring

• Enjoy a varied caseload with state-of-the-art technology, equipment and facilities

• Supervise, support and develop junior members of staff

• Create high-quality care and patient experiences that are clinically effective, and evidence based

• Interact well with colleagues on the ward, understanding that continuity in patient care is key

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From paid overtime to a cycle to work scheme, expert advice and support for your financial and emotional wellbeing, and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital

The Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital is situated next to the Nuffield Health Devonshire Gym, in Derriford, Plymouth and we have been part of the Plymouth community since 1971. We have 3 main theatres - 2 laminar flow and 1 digital, a fully JAG accredited endoscopy suite, a 35-bedded ward with one 4 bedded bay and one 2 bedded bay. Our outpatients department has 12 consulting rooms with a dedicated ophthalmology suite and ENT service.

We carry out treatment under a range of specialities including Orthopaedics, Plastic Surgery and Neurosurgery. We recently were rated in the top 50 hospitals in the country for our total hip replacement patient outcomes

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JOB PURPOSE The postholder will work within the Plymouth Community Dental Service PCDS to develop, implement and evaluate defined Oral Health Improvement activities. Working closely with clinicians to ensure effective and efficient delivery of oral health programmes in line with national oral health strategies such as Delivering Better Oral Health, an evidence-based toolkit. This role will undertake oral health appointments with patients of the service, including adults/children and those with additional needs or who are medically compromised and to undertake fluoride varnish application under the prescription of a clinician. SCOPE AND RANGE This post will provide a comprehensive oral health service for patients with complex needs, as well as evidence-based oral health promotion to key population groups, in line with national and local strategies for reducing inequalities in oral health. The provision of Oral Health Promotion is multifaceted, requiring a range of inter-personal, presentational, and organisational skills, as well as an understanding of the impact of social and environmental determinants of health. The ability to work independently and flexibly is an essential part of this post. Responsibility for People Management Facilitate and support with on-going staff training in oral health promotion to the wider dental team and other healthcare professionals where appropriate. Ensure oral health improvement programmes are patient focussed. Work together with peers to ensure service promoting oral health; identifying new ways of working regarding oral health promotion where necessary. Collaborate and work in partnership, developing and strengthening professional working relationships to improve oral health outcomes with other health care professionals. Under take appraisals on junior staff where necessary Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources Ensure effective marketing and communication systems are used within the service for oral health promotion, including the use of digital approaches. All resources to be produced to a professional standard. Organise, update and distribute oral health resources to support intervention of the wider dental team. Responsibility for administration Identify appropriate measures of targeting patient groups commissioned to be seen by the service regarding oral health promotion. Ensure oral health promotion data is kept up to date and reviewed at least annually. Monitor and evaluate oral health promotion activities as required, maintain appropriate records and produce quarterly reports of activities undertaken relevant to an agreed work plan Monitor and evaluate oral health promotion activities as required, maintain appropriate records and produce quarterly reports of activities undertaken relevant to an agreed work plan To collate data and provide reports promptly for CDS managers, Dental Board and meetings with commissioners Responsibility for people who use our services Lead on undertaking oral health clinics, providing appointments with patients of the service each week (including those with special needs / neurodivergent / medically compromised) and the application of fluoride varnish where necessary as prescribed by a clinician. Work in partnership with the whole dental team and other relevant health professionals on oral health promotion. Undertake oral health promotion in dental surgeries across the service, wider Livewell departments, residential homes and local schools where required as necessary. Work responsibly, independently and flexibly. Have the skills to work well with both adults and children across all the special care group Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments Responsible for ensuring oral health promotion is embedded into all aspects of health care delivery within the service in line with current guidelines such as Delivering Better Oral Health. Communicate confidently and efficiently including presenting information to people from different backgrounds and abilities with varying levels of literacy and health literacy. Act as a point of contact and source of knowledge and skills for both internal and external enquiries to the service regarding oral health. Maintain up to date knowledge on national policies regarding oral health and NICE guidelines where relevant. Identify best practice in oral health promotion and incorporating the practice into key working relationships. Develop and deliver interventions to improve oral health in conjunction with key national oral health guidelines such as mouth care matters and delivering better oral health toolkit. Comply with standards and evidence-based guidelines developed in the Community Dental Services through its Clinical Governance audit and training programmes Other Responsibilities You may be required to support the oral health nurses with the fluoride varnish project with primary schools and oral health messaging. You will also be required at times to undertake dental nurse duties clinically in surgery. You may be required to represent the service on the Plymouth Oral Health Improvement Group, in conjunction with Plymouth City Council, Public Health and other oral health providers. Ability to be able to visit different locations within the city to support with oral health promotion for the dental service. COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS This postholder will work with patients of the service, other dental colleagues to inform of up-to-date oral health promotion toolkits. Oral health promotion will also be undertaken with wider Livewell colleagues (such as in-patient settings), local residential homes and local schools. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB This post will undertake oral health activity in a dental surgery setting as well as talks in local schools and residential homes. Driving between different locations will be necessary. Creation of and maintaining of oral health resources as well as collation of oral health promotion evidence to be collated using various administrative systems, such as excel and good keyboard skills required.

Post holder works with special care dentists treating patients with special needs mostlyhaving treatment under conscious sedation. Post holder also provides Dental Sedation Nursing support to all Dentists carrying out Dental Sedation, including Oral Surgery. Post holder has GDC registration and holds the NEBDN certificate in conscious sedationand thereby acts as the second appropriately trained person working with the dentist in line with the British Dental association patient safety guidelines Post holder requires knowledge of complex medical, physical and mental health problems,which has been gained through a minimum of 2 years experience Post holder will be required to monitor sedated patients during both treatment andrecovery, and needs to recognise and assist with medical emergencies. Post holder will discharge patients with the dentists agreement, and be responsible forgiving relevant post operative instructions and care To assist all operators in all chair side assisting. To support and care for patients duringprocedures using conscious sedation. Follows all sedation related local policies and SOPs, including the correct preparation ofequipment and attends local drawing up drugs training with sedation lead. Records clinical observations on patients sedation record Carries out performance checks and daily maintenance on specialist equipment i.e. PulseOximeter, Oxygen cylinders, Scavenger unit and Relative analgesia machine to sure the equipment is ready for use and if faulty to remove from use and report to the relevant technician. Prepares the surgery environment using knowledge and experience to select theappropriate equipment, materials and instruments, using specialist knowledge based on patients medical, physical and emotional needs. Works as part of a multi-disciplinary team in Freedom day case units assisting operator treating patients under general anaesthesia. Providing technical and clinical support for patients undergoing these procedures. Providing post operative care plans for these patients Triage of urgent care patients to assess the urgency of treatment and determine thecorrect booking and then book appointments including outlying clinics. Registered, as a Dental Nurse, with the GDC. Thorough knowledge of dental procedures gained through a minimum of 2 years post-qualification training and experience. Thorough knowledge of routine dental procedures and equipment gained through in-house training and experience including specialised areas such as general anaesthetics. Experienced in treating patients from diverse cultural backgrounds i.e. those who require interpretation services. Knowledge of Basic Life Support techniques and certificate of training and willingness to complete ILS training/certification and regular updates, provided by Livewell Southwest Trained in recognising medical emergencies and assists in dealing with them. Trained by PCDS / Livewell in all Mandatory Training topics, including Manual Handling, Breakaway, Health and Safety when required. Clinical work is carried out without direct supervision using initiative and knowledge of procedures gained through experience and training. The guidance of a dental operator or clinical manager is sought for non-routine clinical procedures. Administrative duties are carried out without direct supervision using knowledge of procedures and referring to a Manager for non-routine procedures. Holds the NEBDN certificate in conscious sedation Thorough knowledge of specialist dental procedures gained through a minimum of 2 years post qualification, training and experience Will be required to carry out additional duties and responsibilities. Communicates with patients within specialist groups on specialist dental topics. Judgement, reassurance and motivation, are necessary to ensure instructions are given to patients in a manner which they can understand. Please see full Job Description within the supporting information section.

Communication and Relationship skills a) Detailed confident verbal information sharing, within the Home Treatment Team or the wider Multi Disciplinary Team, which includes Primary Care. b) Expert ability in receiving information, analysing and formulating professional judgments. c) Attend and represent the Teams view in meetings e.g. Child protection, Adult Protection, Mental Health Review Tribunals, CPA Reviews. d) Elicit information from the patient, and work with them to advocate on their behalf. e) Ability to communicate clearly and effectively over the telephone within the boundaries of confidentiality. f) Maintain accurate, timely paper and electronic records. Ensure they are kept safely in accordance with Livewell SW policies, including the Data Protection Act and the Livewell SW Confidentiality Policy. g) The post holder demonstrates a positive attitude to mental health attending to patients with respect and courtesy. Having the ability to challenge staff where the standard falls below expectations. h) The post holder will ensure that professional boundaries are always adhered to. i) Take a lead role in the collaboration and the planning of individual care with patient, carer, other Teams and Services. j) Must be confident in communicating with people who are experiencing mental health difficulties when English is not their first language using Livewell South west approved interpreters. Knowledge, Training and Experience a) The post holder will be responsible for updating their own practice, knowledge and skills within their sphere of practice including Livewell SW PCH mandatory training. b) Knowledge of Policy and legislation. c) Knowledge of Mental Health and Mental Health service delivery. d) Adhere to Policy and Legislation relating to Mental Health e.g. Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Equal Opportunity Law, Disability Discrimination Act, Human Rights Act, Care Programme Approach and Clinical Governance. Analytical and Judgement Skills a) Map reading planning the safest most cost-effective route for community visits. b) The post holder will provide nursing care and other interventions in the setting most appropriate to meet the patients needs. c) Ability to match patient need with available skills and resources. d) Emergency judgments and clinical decision-making. Planning and Organisational Skills a) To take a lead role in the co-ordination of shift ensuring appropriate allocation of work with the available skill mix utilising, prioritising, negotiation and delegation skills. b) Take a clinical lead in absence of HTT managers c) Regularly take a lead in clinical meeting ensuring all patients are reviewed and decisions and plans are put into action and represent the patients views. d) Liaise with other services to arrange appointments that both meet patient and service demands. 1. Physical Skills a) Confidence to travel in an urban environment b) Administer Intra Muscular Injections c) Competent key board skills d) Ability to take accurate physical observations i.e. blood pressure, pulse and temperature. e) Demonstrates safe clinical skills when providing care for patients receiving specialist treatments e.g. commencement of Clozaril in the community or supporting a patient through ECT treatment. Responsibilities a) Take a lead in rapid crisis assessments and the continuous assessment of patients on the caseload, monitoring effectiveness of the treatments provided. b) Formulate care plans, implement and evaluate them along side patients and carers ensuring informed consent is obtained. c) Plan aftercare, making appropriate agreed referrals for longer-term treatment. d) Collaborate with other Teams and Services in the provision of patient care. e) Take a lead role in the identification of risk and the formulation of risk management plans. f) Take a lead role in clinical decision-making, including maintaining the safety of patients, staff and the public in challenging, potentially violent situations. g) Adhere to the Policy for the Safe, Secure and Handling of Medicines and local Home Treatment protocols ensuring patients receive medication in a safe and timely fashion. h) Assess and monitor the effect of medication and report observations to Medical staff. i) Provide education to patients and carers to enhance their knowledge therefore improving longer-term concordance. j) Promote RECOVERY k) Provide education to patients and carers in line with current policy and good practice guidelines. l) The post holder will be required to work over a 24 hour period. To adhere to the Home Treatment Policy and protocols for the implementation of this service. m) Maintain high standards of clinical care to patients. Responsibility for Policy and Service Development a) Expected to take a lead role in the development of the Home Treatment Team including the formulation of protocols. b) Implement all appropriate National, PCH and Local Home Treatment policies and protocols. Responsibility for Human Resources a) Provide clinical supervision and line management supervision for junior members of staff. b) Have the ability to challenge staff where the standard falls below expectations. Have the ability to foster capability and support staff to develop c) Assist in education programmes provided for junior staff. d) Provide mentorship for students both formally and informally. e) Participate regularly in recruitment and selection of staff. f) The post holder will behave in a manner that does not bring the Team or Livewell SW into disrepute. Responsibility for Information Resources a) Responsible for recording CPA and monitoring the quality of data provided by junior staff. b) Responsible for electronic contacts and monitor the standard of work of junior staff. c) Maintain accurate, timely paper and electronic records. Ensure they are kept safely in accordance with Livewell SW policy Responsibility for Research and Development a) Provide a positive role in clinical audit and evaluation of Home Treatment to ensure high levels of clinical effectiveness Freedom to Act a) The post holder will be individually accountable for their practice in accordance with the NMC professional Code of Conduct or Health and Care Professions Council. b) The post holder will actively participate in line management supervision with the Team Manager of the Team. c) Provide line management for junior staff. d) The post holder will actively participate in clinical supervision in accordance with Livewell SW policy. e) The post holder will actively participate in the Livewell SW appraisal system and provide appraisals for junior staff. f) The post holder will carry out other duties commensurate with the position as required. Please see attachments.

Clinical Demonstrate advanced empathetic interpersonal and communication skills in dealing with patients and carers through the various patient pathway from the point of diagnosis. Demonstrate advanced practice in holistic assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care within their own speciality. This will necessitate high levels of autonomy and advocacy. Demonstrate advanced knowledge, skills and innovative practice in relevant specialist area. Promote clinical excellence. Demonstrate continual evaluation of practice, making agreed changes and evaluating their impact. Assess and monitor risk in own and others practice acting on the results thereby ensuring safe delivery of care. Work as an autonomous expert/advanced practitioner. Work within the Nursing + Midwifery Council (NMC) Code, Standards of Practice and Behaviour for Nurses and Midwives Education / Training In conjunction with the multidisciplinary team, ensure that information provided to health professionals and patients is representative of research based recommendations and are within the National Standards Frameworks where appropriate. To develop appropriate information systems and ensure documentation systems are in place to assist in high-level delivery of care. Promote the services provided at the Trust through attendance at conferences, published papers and via patient-facing media.

Homecare Administration To co-ordinate Homecare processes in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, safe working systems, and the legal framework for the Supply of Medicines. To maintain the EMIS drug files for prices, removal of out of use templates, contract reference maintenance and contract pricing. To manage new drug file requests To ensure SOPs and Forms are regularly updated on Q-Pulse and to notify staff of changes. To manage/support the appropriate electronic archiving of Homecare documentation. To help with patient transitions when new contracts are awarded. To manage the complaints and incidents process and distribute prior to PPSA meetings. To manage IV Antimicrobial referrals. To support the Lead and Senior Pharmacy Technicians with reporting into relevant quality management systems. To manage/support the daily Homecare Team huddle and attend other relevant huddles. To manage the generic email and efficiently and effectively resolve queries. To support the investigation of Datix, and the reporting of deviations. To manage/support with Quality Improvement projects. To support with Homecare 'Key Performance Indicator (KPIs) reports and databases. To support with patient/clinic queries and to escalate when necessary. To update the exception database when required. To support financial improvement work. To undertake relevant line management duties such as 1:1s, absence management and appraisals. To support with the training of relevant staff. To support management of BlueTeq compliance and the audit tool for Homecare. To ensure that IVIG Databases are updated when Homecare prescriptions have been received. PPSA and Homecare Providers To arrange the onboarding of new medications on Homecare and introduction meetings between the Homecare provider and therapy area. To arrange Homecare provider Service Review Meetings. Monthly for the first 6 months, and then quarterly for established therapies. To arrange urgent Service Review Meetings if a service is not fulfilling its obligations. To participate in regional face-to-face and MS Teams meetings and bi-monthly conference calls with the Peninsula Purchasing Supply Alliance (PPSA). To participate in contract re-tenders. Prescription Management To supervise the prescription management workflow. To support the building, authorisation and distribution of patient specific order prescriptions by the most appropriate methods. To assist the team in the introduction and use of E-Sign (e-Rx). Invoicing To support the various statements of accounts that are received from each Homecare provider in a timely manner and the updating of the statements to accurately reflect the status of debt. To manage/support the download and appropriate storage of invoices from portals and emails To manage the matching and price checking of invoices against Homecare prescriptions. To manage/support the payment of invoices and the resolution of queries. To ensure all due invoices have been passed for payment by month end unless in query. To chase any missing invoices before month end. To manage/support the prompt resolution of credits that have been issued by the Homecare suppliers. Training To attend relevant manager courses. Participate in the PWDS Screening competency when the opportunity arises. Train new members of staff.

PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY 1. To assist the Advanced Specialist Pharmacist Clinical Trials in ensuring that the documentation, processes and procedures for the handling of IMPs within the pharmacy department meet the relevant current UK and European legislation, ICH GCP guidelines and GMP principles required by the Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Authority (MHRA), National Patient Safety Alerting System (NPSAS), Regional Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Services and relevant clinical trial sponsors. 2. To assist in co-ordinating the pharmaceutical input into the setting-up, design and running of clinical trials at the UHPNT. This will involve close liaison with pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff and R&D department. 3. To act as the deputy to the lead pharmacist for the provision of IMPs for all active clinical trials. 4. To support in the critical review of clinical trial protocols on their impact on pharmacy, e.g. packaging, labelling and documentation, incorporating further comments from appropriate specialist clinical and production services pharmacists where required. 5. To assist the Pharmacy Clinical Trials Team in producing and checking costings for clinical trials where necessary. 6. To assist with the raising, completion and implementation of all relevant IMP and NIMP documents, controlled procedures, feasibility assessments, prescriptions, dispensing procedures, accountability logs, and stock management records. 7. To ensure appropriate use of IMPs within the pharmacy and support in the production and maintenance of dispensing procedures for all CTIMPs. 8. To provide written instructions and training for pharmacy staff on how to dispense, label, check, handle the IMPs, and perform code-breaks. 9. To assist with training and accreditation of pharmacy staff for clinical trials. 10. To liaise with the pharmacy clinical trials team to assess the impact of substantial amendments on local trial documentation. 11. To accurately screen, dispense, check prescriptions and counsel patients regarding their medication as required in accordance with the particular study protocol, chemotherapy prescriptions produced on both the electronic prescribing system and paper templates. 12. To supervise the initial check and preparation of IMPs and NIMPs for all active clinical trials. To undertake the final check for these products made under section 37 exemption of the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulation 2004 taking responsibility for the final release of medicinal products to patients including Intrathecal products. 13. To support the pharmacy investigations into study issues and incidents involving IMP, ensuring appropriate documentation and completion of any actions. 14. To maintain a good working relationship with sponsors, monitors, the R&D department, auditors and regulatory authorities. 15. To ensure that the confidentiality and security of information and data about study subjects and clinical trial studies are maintained and respected. 16. To undertake and maintain a record of personal Continuing Professional Development (CPD). 17. To ensure medicines are prescribed and administered in line with local and national policies, and within the legal framework. 18. To provide day-to-day supervision and support to the pharmacy clinical trials staff and rotational pharmacists working in the Pharmacy Clinical Trials. 19. To coordinate with the Clinical Trials Specialist Assistant Technical Officer the daily workload of injectable IMPs and NIMPs to the wards and departments taking clinical priority and the capacity plan for the unit into account. 20. To be on the Trust register for the release of intrathecal chemotherapy from the pharmacy department according to relevant Department of Health guidelines and local Trust policy. 21. To ensure that safe and effective systems of work are followed within the unit in compliance with the COSHH (1988) Regulations. 22. To undertake audits and engage with Quality Improvement and practice research projects. Education and Training 23. Design and participate in training programmes for pharmacy, medical and nursing staff, where necessary. 24. Technical supervision and mentoring of other members of ward-based staff, including pharmacists, technicians, pharmacy support assistants and undergraduate students. 25. Provide competency based assessment of junior pharmacists, trainee pharmacists and pharmacy technicians and pharmacy support assistants using work-based assessment tools. 26. Train trainee pharmacists in aspects of technical and clinical pharmacy practice to meet the General Pharmaceutical Councils competency requirements, acting as an accredited educational supervisor if required.

Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise (PDSE) is an award-winning Community Interest Company that provides NHS treatment and outreach services to local communities in Devon and Cornwall. As a social enterprise, we are a values driven organisation with a focus on patient-centred care and addressing local oral health needs. We work closely with the University of Plymouth’s Peninsula Dental School to support the clinical education of its dental healthcare students.
We are looking to recruit dentists to join our growing team, initially based in our Plymouth facilities but we have an ambition to expand into a new Dental Education Practice (DEP) in Plymouth City Centre, in the next few years and are looking for enthusiastic and forward-thinking clinicians to support this ambition. The DEP will provide an innovative model of care comprising urgent and stabilisation dental care, and general and specialist dentistry delivered alongside placements for undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as trainees undertaking dental foundation training.
These roles would suit candidates who wish to develop their careers and skills further, and we are particularly interested in candidates who wish to become dental foundation trainers for dentistry and therapy. Funding is available for postgraduate training up to MSc level for successful candidates who wish to advance their clinical skills, in addition to the current benefits package.
Successful candidates will work alongside University dental staff including specialists in minor oral surgery in a multidisciplinary clinical environment which offers full clinical support.
If you are looking for a new challenge and to be part of an exciting new model, this is a truly unique opportunity to work in a new way with lots of opportunities for leadership and clinical development.
This role includes:

• Highly competitive salaries
• Contracts for 1-5 days per week (7.5 – 37.5 hours)
• Trainers grant available if supervising dental foundation training
• Paid Indemnity Insurance
• Opportunity to claim back professional registration fees
• Free PPE and scrub top/trousers
• Access to a free online CPD platform
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to the Scottish Widows pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing after 5 years’ service
• Access to our Cycle to Work Scheme
• 100% of lab fees paid
• Senior clinician support and advice
• Access to digital X-Rays/CBCT
• Support to develop your skills and career

Dentists and Therapists must be registered with the GDC. In addition, Dentists must have completed Dental Foundation training and hold a valid NHS performer number.

This post is subject to receipt of satisfactory employment checks including clearance from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

If you wish to find out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact PDSE-recruitment@plymouth.ac.uk




Role: Dentist
Grade: Dependent on qualifications and experience
Reports to: Lead Dentist

Role summary:
The post holder will provide high quality NHS dental services in a multidisciplinary and innovative clinical environment. Patients may be referred via student teaching clinics, either for treatments more complex than can be managed by students, or to complete courses of treatment which cannot be completed by students because of time constraints. You may also be involved in triage sessions to identify suitable patients for students to treat.

Full clinical support is offered with access to senior clinician support and advice, hygienist / therapist support and access to digital X-Rays/CBCT.

Key accountabilities:
• Provide clinically appropriate, high quality NHS dental treatment to patients, following all relevant standards and guidelines.
• Maintain PDSE standards of clinical governance, including infection control, patient confidentiality, clinical record keeping, etc.
• Regularly carry out audits of clinical treatment.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are observed at all times
• Support the work of the whole dental team employed by PDSE

Measures of success:
• Successful outcomes to items listed in key accountabilities and other delegated tasks
• Positive customer feedback (staff, patients, and students)
• Meets deadlines
• Manages competing demands

Knowledge, Education and Training:
• A Batchelor of Dental Surgery degree
• GDC registration
• Performers number
• DFT supervisor (desirable)
• Broad dental knowledge, with up-to-date knowledge of aspects of general practice within your scope of practice

Experience:
• Demonstrable clinical experience in an NHS practice
• Active in clinical dental practice
• Broad experience in a wide range of treatments
• Education experience (desirable)


Skills:
• First class clinical skills
• Team player who plans ahead and is well organised
• Excellent communication
• Ability to provide concise explanations and clear direction and guidance
• IT Skills including use of clinical software systems, such as R4 (or similar electronic patient record system and Microsoft Office packages
• Willing to work to academic standards and be involved in quality assurance

Behaviours
• Professionalism
• Flexibility
• A team player

Other:
This job description provides a general reflection of the key accountabilities associated with the post; it is expected that the role holder will undertake any other reasonable activities to assist in efficient service delivery.

This job description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and his/her manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.

Responsibility for People Management. The post holder will: Line manage, supervise and/or train staff. conduct appraisals and support staff in CPD. be responsible for mentoring student placements and support new and junior staff, preceptors and trainee associate nurses. be responsible for delivering education/teaching sessions. will contribute to recruitment and selection processes, when requested. Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources. The post holder will: be responsible for the security of goods/equipment during carriage and use. may be responsible for stock control. may need to order equipment ensuring adequate budget from budget holder. Responsibility for administration. The post holder will: contribute to monitoring, evaluation and reporting on the effectiveness of specific public health interventions. These should be benchmarked against local and national data sets whenever possible. be responsible for ensuring records are kept up-to-date and be a counter signatory for junior staff's clinical records collect and collate local data which contributes towards informed commissioning and partnership working. contribute to quarterly monitoring reports which inform the Wellbeing Services Manager on progress, risks and challenges to service delivery. Responsibility for people who use our services. The post holder will: have regular contact with people who use Livewell South West and University Hospitals Plymouth services, and external to the organisation to support them in behaviour change have a responsibility for designing and/or implementing care programmes. This will involve partnership working with other health & social care professions /disciplines deliver health improvement interventions predominantly in the community, occasionally in an in-patient setting, in the home etc. work to and follow defined protocols/policies and procedures Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments. The post holder will: have responsibility and involvement for the development of health improvement interventions and the implementation of policy and/or service represent the team/organisation on developmental groups and networks. formulate protocols or treatment plans and medication. be involved in the development and writing of protocols/policies. 5.6 Other Responsibilities. The post holder will: have responsibility for information resources, updating and maintaining information databases or system. have responsibility for contributing to formal clinical or non-clinical research and development activities, including audit, sharing with other organisations when required. be responsible for delivering education/teaching sessions participate in research and development relating to public health commissioning outcomes. contribute to in depth analysis and interpretation of health information and evidence of effectiveness including national guidance of health improvement interventions. co-ordinate, implement and collate results from relevant audit programme/activities for the designated areas of responsibility. effectively manage own time and work programme as agreed with line manager. may report to/provide information to relevant boards as requested. Other duties are required in response to emerging public health priorities. 6. COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS The postholder will: have an ability to discuss, inform and motivate a range of partners and service users. have effective communication skills to relay information to people who use the Services, relatives and work colleagues in other departments and organisations. will engage and work in partnership with the CVSE and will provide public health expertise both geographically and in designated areas of work. will be required to engage/interact with a wide variety of practitioners, professionals, service providers, commissioners, volunteers and service users and will need effective written and verbal communication skills. will have formal presentation skills for conveying information, negotiating pathways and service agreements, facilitating learning and training workshops, chairing meetings etc. interact with a range of personnel across Livewell Southwest and Plymouth communities. interact with a range of professionals in partner agencies e.g. the local authority. interact with people taking into account their range of needs, cultural backgrounds, age, levels of literacy and understanding. inform line manager of Identified risks within designated areas of responsibility. 7. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB The post holder will: be required to travel in the course of daily business throughout Plymouth and outside of the city boundary as and when required. be required to move bulky equipment and resources to various venues across the city in postholders vehicle frequently. will be required to attend meetings and conferences which support the delivery and development of public health interventions. will need to work flexible hours [which may include some weekends/evenings]. Mental The post holder will: be required to use a personal computer and/or laptop on most working days and for varying lengths of time. The post holder will be required to work requires considerable concentration and attention to detail. the post holder will have the ability to multi-task and work to deadlines. Emotional The post holder will be able to: demonstrate empathy and understanding. influence, negotiate and motivate others. problem solve and manage challenging and sometimes contentious situations.

We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Dental Nurse to join our growing team, initially based in our Plymouth facilities but we have an ambition to expand into a new Dental Education Practice (DEP) in Plymouth City Centre in the next few years. The DEP will provide an innovative model of care comprising urgent and stabilisation dental care, and general and specialist dentistry delivered alongside placements for undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as trainees undertaking dental foundation training. To support our growing team and the opening of the DEP, we are looking for a Dental Nurse to work 3 days per week on a 38 week contract, with a starting salary pro-rata to £27,855. Based on the contract available, the actual pay is as follows (payment for holiday entitlement is included): 3 days, 22.5 hours, working 38 weeks per year the salary is £13,988.85 per annum. This role includes: 6.6 weeks holiday entitlement (pro rata), increasing after 5 years service Access to an online CPD platform plus Additional CPD at our two company Away Days each year Access to the Scottish Widows pension scheme with generous employer contributions Paid Indemnity Insurance Free PPE and scrubs Opportunity to claim back professional registration fees (pro rata) Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Access to our Cycle to Work Scheme Opportunities to share your skills, knowledge and experience to help shape the future of dentistry Opportunities to contribute to company development through our dedicated team talk channels You must be a qualified Dental Nurse and be registered with the GDC. This post is subject to pre-employment checks which includes enhanced clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If you wish to find out more about this exciting opportunity, please email PDSE-recruitment@plymouth.ac.uk. Please apply via this website or if you would prefer to submit a CV, you submit this via our website or you can email us at PDSE-recruitment@plymouth.ac.uk Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise (PDSE) are an award-winning Social Enterprise and Community Interest Company. We provide NHS treatment and outreach services to local communities in Devon and Cornwall and we work closely with the University of Plymouths Peninsula Dental School to support the clinical education of dental healthcare students. As a social enterprise, we are a values driven organisation with a focus on patient-centred care and addressing local oral health needs. Role: Dental Nurse Grade: Band 4 Reports to: Clinic Team Leader Role summary: The role holder will support the provision of primary care dentistry on our undergraduate student clinics as well as providing chairside assistance to our general dental practitioners. Key accountabilities: Effective and efficient engagement with all processes required to support the provision of clinical care Effective communication skills to maximise the efficiency of the clinics Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Equality and Diversity regulations for staff, students and patients Ensure all clinicians and students are adhering to policies, protocols and processes Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures Measures of success: Successful outcomes to items listed in role summary and other delegated tasks Successful delivery of key priorities and objectives agreed with manager and as part of the performance development review Positive customer feedback Meets deadlines Manages competing demands Knowledge, Education and Training: Dental Nurse, registered with the General Dental Council Additional dental qualifications are desirable but not essential Excellent numeracy and literacy skills Computer literacy, including competence with Microsoft Office and R4. Full training will be given Experience: Evidence of work in a dental environment Skills Ability to work as an individual within a team environment Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written Understanding of how internal processes can impact on organisational performance Able to prioritise and move between tasks to meet deadlines Able to travel independently within the Peninsula Behaviours Demonstrates self-leadership Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment at all times Demonstrates commitment and support to PDSE, to PDSE managers and to colleagues Uses initiative to start and complete tasks without direct supervision Takes ownership of tasks Uses own expertise and uses it to develop others Supports others to achieve goals Forms good working relationships with colleagues to achieve successful outcomes Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing demands Uses full range of knowledge of dental procedures, including any specialist knowledge, to support patient care This post requires Hepatitis B immunisation and other health clearance as stipulated by Occupational Health. Staff on 52 week contracts must take the majority of their annual leave allocation outside of term time. Requests for annual leave within term-time will only be granted if the functioning of the clinics will not be compromised. Plymouth-based Dental Nurses will be routinely required to work across both Plymouth sites and may occasionally be required to work in Exeter or Truro. Exeter and Truro based staff will routinely be based in one site and may occasionally be required to work in any of the other sites. Other: This job description provides a general reflection of the key accountabilities associated with the post, it is expected that the role holder will undertake any other reasonable activities to assist in efficient service delivery. This job description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting. Normal working hours are 0845 to 1700 Monday to Friday, however on occasions to meet business need you will be required to work revised hours, typically between 0800 and 1800. An enhanced DBS Check will be carried out.

Communication and Relationship skills a) Detailed confident verbal information sharing, within the Home Treatment Team or the wider Multi Disciplinary Team, which includes Primary Care. b) Expert ability in receiving information, analysing and formulating professional judgments. c) Attend and represent the Teams view in meetings e.g. Child protection, Adult Protection, Mental Health Review Tribunals, CPA Reviews. d) Elicit information from the patient, and work with them to advocate on their behalf. e) Ability to communicate clearly and effectively over the telephone within the boundaries of confidentiality. f) Maintain accurate, timely paper and electronic records. Ensure they are kept safely in accordance with Livewell SW policies, including the Data Protection Act and the Livewell SW Confidentiality Policy. g) The post holder demonstrates a positive attitude to mental health attending to patients with respect and courtesy. Having the ability to challenge staff where the standard falls below expectations. h) The post holder will ensure that professional boundaries are always adhered to. i) Take a lead role in the collaboration and the planning of individual care with patient, carer, other Teams and Services. j) Must be confident in communicating with people who are experiencing mental health difficulties when English is not their first language using Livewell South west approved interpreters. Knowledge, Training and Experience a) The post holder will be responsible for updating their own practice, knowledge and skills within their sphere of practice including Livewell SW PCH mandatory training. b) Knowledge of Policy and legislation. c) Knowledge of Mental Health and Mental Health service delivery. d) Adhere to Policy and Legislation relating to Mental Health e.g. Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Equal Opportunity Law, Disability Discrimination Act, Human Rights Act, Care Programme Approach and Clinical Governance. Analytical and Judgement Skills a) Map reading planning the safest most cost-effective route for community visits. b) The post holder will provide nursing care and other interventions in the setting most appropriate to meet the patients needs. c) Ability to match patient need with available skills and resources. d) Emergency judgments and clinical decision-making. Planning and Organisational Skills a) To take a lead role in the co-ordination of shift ensuring appropriate allocation of work with the available skill mix utilising, prioritising, negotiation and delegation skills. b) Take a clinical lead in absence of HTT managers c) Regularly take a lead in clinical meeting ensuring all patients are reviewed and decisions and plans are put into action and represent the patients views. d) Liaise with other services to arrange appointments that both meet patient and service demands. 1. Physical Skills a) Confidence to travel in an urban environment b) Administer Intra Muscular Injections c) Competent key board skills d) Ability to take accurate physical observations i.e. blood pressure, pulse and temperature. e) Demonstrates safe clinical skills when providing care for patients receiving specialist treatments e.g. commencement of Clozaril in the community or supporting a patient through ECT treatment. Responsibilities a) Take a lead in rapid crisis assessments and the continuous assessment of patients on the caseload, monitoring effectiveness of the treatments provided. b) Formulate care plans, implement and evaluate them along side patients and carers ensuring informed consent is obtained. c) Plan aftercare, making appropriate agreed referrals for longer-term treatment. d) Collaborate with other Teams and Services in the provision of patient care. e) Take a lead role in the identification of risk and the formulation of risk management plans. f) Take a lead role in clinical decision-making, including maintaining the safety of patients, staff and the public in challenging, potentially violent situations. g) Adhere to the Policy for the Safe, Secure and Handling of Medicines and local Home Treatment protocols ensuring patients receive medication in a safe and timely fashion. h) Assess and monitor the effect of medication and report observations to Medical staff. i) Provide education to patients and carers to enhance their knowledge therefore improving longer-term concordance. j) Promote RECOVERY k) Provide education to patients and carers in line with current policy and good practice guidelines. l) The post holder will be required to work over a 24 hour period. To adhere to the Home Treatment Policy and protocols for the implementation of this service. m) Maintain high standards of clinical care to patients. Responsibility for Policy and Service Development a) Expected to take a lead role in the development of the Home Treatment Team including the formulation of protocols. b) Implement all appropriate National, PCH and Local Home Treatment policies and protocols. Responsibility for Human Resources a) Provide clinical supervision and line management supervision for junior members of staff. b) Have the ability to challenge staff where the standard falls below expectations. Have the ability to foster capability and support staff to develop c) Assist in education programmes provided for junior staff. d) Provide mentorship for students both formally and informally. e) Participate regularly in recruitment and selection of staff. f) The post holder will behave in a manner that does not bring the Team or Livewell SW into disrepute. Responsibility for Information Resources a) Responsible for recording CPA and monitoring the quality of data provided by junior staff. b) Responsible for electronic contacts and monitor the standard of work of junior staff. c) Maintain accurate, timely paper and electronic records. Ensure they are kept safely in accordance with Livewell SW policy Responsibility for Research and Development a) Provide a positive role in clinical audit and evaluation of Home Treatment to ensure high levels of clinical effectiveness Freedom to Act a) The post holder will be individually accountable for their practice in accordance with the NMC professional Code of Conduct or Health and Care Professions Council. b) The post holder will actively participate in line management supervision with the Team Manager of the Team. c) Provide line management for junior staff. d) The post holder will actively participate in clinical supervision in accordance with Livewell SW policy. e) The post holder will actively participate in the Livewell SW appraisal system and provide appraisals for junior staff. f) The post holder will carry out other duties commensurate with the position as required. Please see attachments.

Clinical To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team, maintaining good clinical liaison, attending all relevant meetings. To carry out assessments and plan suitable treatment programmes for clients, according to identified needs. To contribute to and initiate treatment evaluation, review, and discharge planning. To carry out group and individual sessions using a range of treatment techniques within the areas of cognitive and psychological functioning, physical functioning, personalindependence, domestic, social, creative and recreational skills and educational/vocational needs as necessary. To record interventions, providing verbal and written reports in accordance with College of Occupational Therapy standards and local procedures. To work as part of the MDT in the assessment of clients prior to admission and be actively involved in decisions relating to the referral process. To be involved with looking at move on accommodation and other community resources appropriate to clients needs. To contribute to the Community Group Network, liaising with care coordinatorsas required, especially around monitoring risk and therapeutic risk taking. To develop and maintain links with other services within the directorate and withcommunity agencies as appropriate for the client group. To be responsible for the planning and review of Occupational Therapy programmes. Professional To maintain standards of practice in accordance with the Occupational Therapy Code of Professional Conduct and Livewell Southwest policies and procedures. To contribute to the development of the profession within the trust. To be involved with recruitment for the unit as required. To participate in regular supervision with Senior/Head Occupational Therapist. To participate in the Trust Managerial Appraisal systems. To initiate and maintain clinical governance activities within the clinical area. To ensure effective communication with all appropriate professionals and services is maintained. To represent the Occupational Therapy department or Syrena on working groups and other meetings as required. To attend relevant professional meetings. To oversee Preceptorship for Junior Band 5 at Syrena when appropriate. To provide clinical/professional supervision for junior staff. 3. Educational To participate in multi- and uni-professional teaching programmes for staff. To ensure that personal professional development continues in keeping with job and personal requirements. To maintain professional interests outside of the direct clinical area and to keep up to date with developments in Occupational Therapy or sphere of practice. To take responsibility for the supervision of Occupational Therapy students if required. (Clinical supervision training required). To undertake all mandatory training in line with Trust policy. 4. Administrative To ensure that an accurate record of all necessary data is maintained, including clinical notes, PCF and other relevant paperwork. To ensure that Occupational Therapy equipment and materials are used effectively and safely within the department/service area and in the community. To undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade, as agreed by the Lead Occupational Therapist, designated Head or Senior, or the Unit Manager.

Prioritise own workload including the typing of clinics, discharge summaries and medical reports. Ensure effective communication with all members of the multi-disciplinary team. Sort and deal with all correspondence, keeping a satisfactory record and filing system Collate results with patient casenotes, ensuring that they are seen and actioned promptly by the relevant clinician. Take appropriate actions with regard to telephone calls from patients, GPs and other agencies using initiative, within Trust guidelines. Maintain an up to date diary for the Consultants / team, inform relevant staff of cancelled and reduced theatre and outpatient sessions due to Consultant leave, junior doctors leave, on-call commitments, CME, Audit and Directorate meeting. To obtain hospital casenotes and x-rays from both within the Trust and external agencies when required by the Consultant and/or team. 8.To ensure that the casenotes and x-rays are traced accurately using PiMS and CRIS at all times and retuned to Health Records in a timely manner. To raise hospital casenotes as necessary, ensuring that accurate and full details are entered onto PiMS in line with the Trusts AGN for health records Required to cover for other colleagues during annual leave/sickness or peak workloads. Arrange patient admissions as directed by the Consultant/team, taking into account clinical priority ensuring that any relevant investigations or pre-assessment appointments are booked. Formulate Electronic Theatre Lists to the agreed Trust standard format. Ensuring that booking guidelines are followed and reminder service actioned in a timely manner. Inform the ward of patient admissions and provide hospital notes rebook cancelled patients/informing patients of cancellations. Where necessary liase with theatres, other Consultants and departments to facilitate patients admissions. Ensure that appropriate clinic follow up is actioned as appropriate, i.e. out patient appointments, investigations, add patients to waiting list, re-admissions and referrals to other Consultants/departments. Work with the junior doctors to ensure that the discharge summary/pro formas are completed. Ensure timely despatch of clinical letters to GPs. Obtain results ensuring that Consultant /or Medical team see them and action in a timely manner. Inform GPs of patient results via letter dictated by Consultant. Ensure that all results, reports and letters are accurately filed in medical notes. General Admin, including adding referrals to IPM Provide other secretarial assistance to the team as required, typing up correspondence, references for junior staff and administration and maintain filing system of this correspondence. Exposure to distressing/emotional circumstances i.e. typing letters of a distressing nature, dealing with distressed, anxious and angry patients and relatives in person or by telephone. Requirement to exert physical effort when dealing with quantities of notes and x-rays and when retrieving notes from outpatients after Consultant clinics each week and filing them in the office to await typing. Requirement to work at a VDU screen for at least 75% of the working day. Booking Theatre list