NHS Jobs - London

£66,274 to £73,496 a year

PermanentFull time

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment.

NHS Jobs - Southampton

from £12.92 an hour

ContractFull time

Key Tasks - To deliver direct care, treatment and emotional support for patients as required within set protocols/policies in accordance with the patients individual care plan. To contribute to the assessment, implementation and monitoring of patients and carers, identifying physical and/or psychological problems and liaising with the appropriate health and social care team members. To work in collaboration with colleagues to ensure the delivery of high quality, safe and compassionate care and support. To promote and maintain effective liaison with care team and other health and social agencies involved in the patients care. To assist in the day to day organisation of the service of carrying out duties as delegated by the Care at Home Team Leader and Clinical Nurse Specialist. Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the full duties and responsibilities of this role

NHS Jobs - LONDON

ContractFull time

Clinical Responsibilities You will work autonomously within GP practices, managing your own clinical caseload of patients with a wide range of nutrition-related conditions. This includes: Assessing, diagnosing, triaging, and developing management plans for patients presenting with pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes, weight management needs, frailty, malnutrition, and other dietetic conditions commonly seen in primary care Providing personalised, evidence-based care plans that take into account each patient's clinical status, lifestyle, preferences, and personal goals Supporting patients to make sustainable behaviour changes and develop confidence in self-management, reducing reliance on pharmacological interventions where appropriate Working with patients who have complex needs, including those with psychosocial factors or mental health considerations, and adapting your approach accordingly Referring patients to other services when appropriate, including secondary care, social prescribing, and community support, working within local referral pathways Delivering consultations via a mix of face-to-face, telephone, and video appointments depending on patient need and service requirements Multidisciplinary Team Working You will be an integral part of the Primary Care Network team, working collaboratively to deliver joined-up patient care. This includes: Building strong working relationships with GPs, practice nurses, clinical pharmacists, social prescribers, health coaches, and other PCN staff Contributing to reducing GP workload by managing dietetic referrals directly and providing specialist input within the practice team Improving patient access to timely dietetic care within the community Participating in MDT meetings and case discussions where relevant Service Development, Audit and Quality You will play an active role in shaping and improving the service. This includes: Supporting audit, evaluation, and outcome monitoring to demonstrate service impact and identify areas for improvement Contributing to the development of efficient, streamlined care pathways within primary care Identifying opportunities to enhance patient experience and clinical effectiveness Supporting the implementation of new initiatives or service developments as required Professional Development and Governance You will be supported to maintain high professional standards and continue your development. This includes: Practising in line with HCPC standards, professional codes of conduct, and organisational policies Engaging in regular clinical supervision and reflective practice Participating in training opportunities, including the HEE Roadmap to Practice programme Making use of protected CPD time to support your ongoing learning and career development Contributing to clinical governance activities, including incident reporting, risk management, and quality assurance Leadership and Communication You will demonstrate strong communication skills and provide professional leadership within your scope. This includes: Communicating complex and sensitive information clearly and compassionately to patients and carers Providing advice and feedback to PCN colleagues on appropriate referral criteria and the scope of dietetic services Supporting a culture of learning and improvement within the wider team Acting as an ambassador for dietetics within primary care, promoting the value of nutrition in patient outcomes

NHS Jobs - Norwich

£14.68 to £15.20 an hour

PermanentFull time

Join Our Team as a Complex Care Support Worker – Make a Real Difference! Are you looking for a rewarding and engaging role in complex clinical care? We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a support worker to work alongside our client with complex needs in Rockland St. Mary, near Norwich. Pay: £14.68 per hour weekdays, £15.20 per hour weekends. Hours: Waking nights, 24 hours per week & bank (19:30 - 07:30) About the Role You’ll be supporting a young man in his 20's who has complex needs due to Alfie’s syndrome and spinal injury, including: seizures, mobility issues and learning difficulties. We're looking for someone with experience in complex care and the ability to build a strong, supportive relationship through clear communication and empathy. He lives at home with his loving and lively family. He enjoys football, baking, quiz shows and chatting - his favourite topics range from Peppa Pig to world politics. He’s warm, funny, and truly inspiring. Your role will be to support him physically and emotionally, helping him live life to the fullest. What We’re Looking For Due to the client's needs, we’re seeking a female support worker with: A genuine passion for care and making a difference Strong communication and interpersonal skills Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature Reliable, committed, and flexible approach Experience in complex care and managing challenging behaviours Ability to work independently and as part of a team You’ll need to be confident working independently and collaboratively, with the ability to build a trusting relationship with the client and her family. Key Responsibilities Following a detailed care plan with precision Monitoring and responding to seizures and epilepsy-related symptoms Remaining vigilant and ensuring safe seizure management Administering rescue medication if required, according to the care plan Providing reassurance and safety during post-seizure recovery Supporting a daily/nightly bowel and urinary programme Managing mobility and physiotherapy exercises Providing manual handling assistance (including transfers) Delivering medication safely and accurately Feeding via jejunal tube Using NG tube for drainage and bipap machine for breathing support Using suction equipment when needed Ensuring a calm and attentive atmosphere as the client may tire easily Why Join Us? As part of Libertatem Healthcare Group (a Sonderwell company), you’ll be joining a team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and promoting independence. Benefits include: Access to our benefits and communication platform Exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers Wellness Centre and financial wellbeing support Gym membership and healthcare cash plan discounts Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) About Libertatem Healthcare We specialise in supporting individuals who have experienced personal injury or medical negligence. Our care packages are tailored to each client, with independence and communication at the heart of everything we do. Apply Now If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive, values-driven team, we’d love to hear from you. #Libertatem Libertatem Healthcare Group recognise the benefits of people and organisations working together to prevent and stop both the risks and experience of abuse or neglect, whilst balancing the right to be safe with the right to make informed choices. At the same time, making sure that both adult’s and children’s wellbeing is promoted including taking into consideration their views, wishes, feelings and beliefs in deciding on any action. With this in mind, we will work to adhere to the six key principles that underpin all safeguarding work. We are proud to be rated OUTSTANDING by the Care Quality Commission and are a registered provider with CIW in Wales.

NHS Jobs - Pudsey

£12.71 to £13 an hour

PermanentFull time

Carrying out administrative duties which include scanning, tasks, out of hours reports, new patient registrations (including basic urine dip), opening and sorting of post (both internal and external), photocopying reports, updating patient details, filing INR reports and data inputting as requested. Processing medication requests, including issuing repeat medication and appliance items, as well as forwarding patient requests onto the practice pharmacy team/on-call GP. Communicating effectively with local pharmacy staff and resolving/investigating any queries they may have. Processing e-consults via system one and triaging the patient accordingly using signposting where necessary. Opening up/locking up of practice premises and maintaining security in accordance with practice protocols. Carry out chronic disease recalls and vaccination campaigns, booking relevant appointments working from a list to ensure clinics are fully utilised Informing patients of test results and following up with instructions from clinicians. Keeping the reception area and notice boards clean, tidy and up to date. Taking payments for private documents from patients and providing receipts Support all clinical staff with general tasks as required. Assisting the Site Co-ordinator with weekly fire alarm checks and weekly/monthly legionella testing, when required. Assisting the Site Co-ordinator with weekly room plans and petty cash records, when required. To be able to work with people from a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds, and people with disabilities and learning difficulties, and to be able to communicate with them (and, when necessary, their carers) appropriately to facilitate their care and understanding of their care within the service. Attend and positively contribute to team meetings. Fully comply with all company Health and Safety requirements, including reporting all accidents, near accidents, and hazards. Treat all patients fairly and with respect. Provide cover across all sites as required. This is not an exhaustive list, and it is expected that this role will develop as the business grows.

NHS Jobs - Truro

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

ContractFull time

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

NHS Jobs - Truro

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

ContractFull time

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

NHS Jobs - london

£38,488 to £46,852 a year

ContractFull time

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

NHS Jobs - Nottingham

£26,500 to £29,000 a year

PermanentFull time

Administration To have a thorough knowledge of all Practice procedures To work in accordance of written protocols Triage Coordinator Manage all incoming patient contacts through online, telephone, and walk-in routes as part of the practices Total Triage system Maintain confidentiality and uphold high standards of professionalism at all times. Support patients in accessing digital tools and provide guidance where appropriate. Work collaboratively with the clinical and admin teams to ensure safe and efficient patient flow. Provide reception and care navigation cover when needed, including front desk and general administrative tasks. Communicate outcomes to patients clearly, whether that is an appointment, advice, or alternative service. Escalate urgent or clinical concerns promptly to the duty team. Prioritise and direct patient requests to the appropriate clinician or service. Accurately record and categorise requests using the practices clinical system and triage protocols. Care Navigation Be able to cover all reception positions as necessary Explain procedures to patients i.e. how to register, Immediate & Necessary Treatment etc Pass on outstanding issues to colleagues coming on duty Keep abreast of relevant topics and the latest guidance therefore giving patients the latest and best information Appointments Process appointment requests Deal with visits requests (see protocol) Telephone Have working knowledge of telephone, during and after hours. Take messages and pass them on in a timely manner if appropriate

NHS Jobs - London

£46,419 to £63,176 a year

PermanentFull time

The Primary Care Clinical Pharmacist is a clinical practitioner working as part of the multidisciplinary team to optimise medicines use, improve patient outcomes and support safe, evidence-based prescribing across general practice. The role combines direct patient care with medicines optimisation, chronic disease management and collaborative working across primary care. 1. Clinical Responsibilities Patient Care Long-term condition clinics Run long-term condition clinics for chronic diseases such as atrial fibrillation, asthma, COPD, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, depression, heart failure, hypertension, HRT and womens health, reviewing patients with single or multiple medical problems where medicines optimisation is required. Make appropriate recommendations to GPs and other members of the practice team to optimise medicines use, and implement changes directly where these fall within the post holder's scope of practice and competence. Clinical medication reviews (including Structured Medication Reviews) Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients, producing recommendations for prescribing and monitoring. Establish the ongoing need for each medicine, review monitoring needs, and support patients with their medicines taking to ensure they get the best use of their medicines. Where indicated, deliver Structured Medication Reviews (SMRs) in line with the national SMR specification, prioritising patients on the PCN's target cohorts (e.g. care home residents, patients with complex polypharmacy, and those on high-risk medicines). Independent prescribing duties (for those who hold independent prescribing qualification only) Undertake independent prescribing consultations face to face, telephone or video for patients with acute and long-term conditions, taking responsibility for clinical decision-making, diagnosis and management within their scope of practice. Initiate, titrate, adjust and stop medicines within their competence, including for chronic disease management within their scope of practice. Order and interpret relevant diagnostic tests to support clinical decision-making. Work within a defined scope of practice, recognising own competency limits, and refer to GPs or specialists where appropriate. Medicines advice and information Undertake clinics for those with questions, queries and concerns about their medicines in the practice, including face to face, telephone and video appointments. Answer relevant medicine-related enquiries from GPs, other practice staff, other healthcare teams (e.g. community pharmacy) and patients with queries about medicines, suggesting and recommending solutions and arranging appropriate follow up to patients to monitor the effect of any changes. Blood Results Management Review and provide advice to patients and clinical staff on abnormal blood results, such as HbA1c, lipids, thyroid function, renal function, and other relevant blood tests, in line with the post holder's scope of practice and competence. Recommend and implement appropriate action or medication changes in response to abnormal results, escalating to GPs or senior clinicians where required Shared decision making Support patients to make informed decisions about their medicines through shared decision making, respecting patient preferences and values in line with NICE guidance on shared decision making. Care home medication reviews Undertake medication reviews for care home residents in line with the Network Contract DES care home requirements, working closely with care home staff, community pharmacy and, where relevant, the multidisciplinary care home team to manage complex and high-risk polypharmacy. Repeat and acute prescription processing Support implementation and ongoing development of repeat prescribing systems and processes. Manage the repeat prescribing reauthorisation process by reviewing patient requests for repeat prescriptions and reviewing medicines reaching review dates and flagging up those needing a review. Ensure patients have appropriate monitoring tests in place when required. Process acute prescription requests in line with practice protocol. Management of minor and common ailments Where competent to do so, assess and manage patients presenting with minor or self-limiting ailments, signposting or referring appropriately, to help release GP appointment capacity for patients with more complex needs. Digital tools, documentation and safety-netting Use practice clinical systems and associated digital tools (e.g. SystmOne, Ardens, AccuRx) and other approved digital tools to record accurate and timely clinical documentation, ensure appropriate safety-netting and follow-up plans are in place, and triage to identify opportunities for proactive medicines optimisation. Medicines Safety Unplanned hospital admissions Review the use of medicines most commonly associated with unplanned hospital admissions and readmissions through audit and individual patient reviews. Put in place changes to reduce the prescribing of these medicines to high-risk patient groups. Medicines reconciliation Reconcile medicines following discharge from hospitals, intermediate care and care homes, identifying and rectifying unexplained changes. Work with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medicines they need post discharge. Set up and manage systems to ensure continuity of medicines supply to high-risk groups of patients (e.g. those with medicine compliance aids or those in care homes). Monitoring of high-risk medicines Undertake and maintain oversight of monitoring for high-risk medicines such as DMARDs, lithium and anticoagulants, ensuring patients have appropriate blood tests and clinical reviews in place at the required intervals, and taking action where monitoring is overdue or results indicate a need for dose adjustment, referral, or discontinuation. Medicines alerts Action MHRA drug alerts, product recalls, and other local and national safety alerts, implementing changes as required. Antimicrobial stewardship Support the practice team in promoting appropriate antimicrobial prescribing in line with local and national antimicrobial guidance, contributing to audit and feedback on antimicrobial stewardship indicators. 2. Service Delivery and Improvement Information management Analyse, interpret and present medicines data to highlight issues and risks to support decision making. Risk stratification and proactive case-finding Use searches and risk stratification tools to proactively identify patients at risk of medicines-related harm (e.g. those on high-risk drug combinations or missing monitoring), and prioritise outreach and review accordingly. Medicines quality improvement Undertake clinical audits of prescribing in areas directed by GPs, practice managers or ICB. Feedback the results and implement changes in conjunction with the practice team. Implementation of local guidelines and formulary recommendations Analyse practice prescribing against local ICB criteria (e.g. prescribing dashboards, high cost drugs, and specials) and engage with members of the practice team where prescribing patterns do not align with local ICB policies, guidance, and prescribing standards. Support cost-effective and evidence-based prescribing in line with ICB formulary guidance and local prescribing policies. Liaise with hospital colleagues where prescribing needs to be returned to specialists (red drugs) or subject to shared care (amber drugs). QOF medicines-related targets Support the practice team(s) in delivering medicines related QOF targets. ICB Prescribing targets Contribute to the delivery of ICB prescribing-related targets, including the annual Medicines Optimisation Enhanced Service (MOES) scheme. Monitor practice performance against MOES indicators, identifying areas of underachievement and supporting action to address these. Provide regular updates and reporting on progress against MOES and other prescribing targets to the Neighbourhood Pharmacy Lead/Head of Clinical Pharmacy. Work collaboratively with GPs and the wider practice team to embed MOES priorities into routine clinical practice. Care Quality Commission (CQC) Support compliance with CQC standards relating to medicines management, prescribing and governance. Health inequalities and Public health Proactively address medicines-related health inequalities, including access to medicines, adherence support, and prevention activity (e.g. cardiovascular disease prevention, immunisation uptake) targeted at underserved populations Support wider public health campaigns such as vaccinations (e.g. flu, pneumonia, shingles) and smoking cessation. ARRS and DES performance Contribute to the PCN's performance against Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) requirements and relevant Directed Enhanced Service (DES) indicators, including accurate recording of activity data to support PCN reporting and evidencing of impact. 3. Leadership Education and Training Provide education and training to the primary healthcare team on medicines and medicines optimisation. Multidisciplinary team working Attend and contribute to practice and PCN multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, sharing medicines-related insights and contributing to holistic patient care planning. Supervision of pharmacy technicians and trainees Where appropriate to the post holder's experience and grade, provide clinical supervision and support to pharmacy technicians and trainee pharmacists, contributing to their development within the practice/PCN team. Professional leadership Act as a professional role model, promoting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.