Job summary
To act as an advanced clinical specialist responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients referred with a colorectal cancer diagnosis undergoing active treatment such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.
To act as an advanced clinical specialist for colorectal surgery within MCHFT, keeping informed of planned new developments for the service provided by MCHFT, and supporting the operational delivery, planning (including integrated enhanced recovery pathways), co-ordination, and evaluation of the Physiotherapy service for these patients.
To work as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team to access and act upon relevant diagnostic tests and make relevant onward recommendations as necessary.
To act as lead within specialist area supporting the optional delivery, planning, co-ordination, and evaluation of the Physiotherapy service provided for patients on the elective surgical inpatient ward, including critical care and high dependency, at Leighton Hospital including service development initiatives.
To work closely with the colorectal cancer team in particular the colorectal Enhanced Recovery Nurse (1.0 WTE) and colorectal specialist dietitian (0.4 WTE) to support the delivery of the Enhanced Recovery Pathway.
To work with in and addition to members of the wider team to support service development including Macmillan Rehab.
Main duties of the job
To act as an advanced clinical specialist responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients referred with a colorectal cancer diagnosis undergoing active treatment such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.
To act as an advanced clinical specialist for colorectal surgery within MCHFT, keeping informed of planned new developments for the service provided by MCHFT, and supporting the operational delivery, planning (including integrated enhanced recovery pathways), co-ordination, and evaluation of the Physiotherapy service for these patients.
To work as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team to access and act upon relevant diagnostic tests and make relevant onward recommendations as necessary.
To act as lead within specialist area supporting the optional delivery, planning, co-ordination, and evaluation of the Physiotherapy service provided for patients on the elective surgical inpatient ward, including critical care and high dependency, at Leighton Hospital including service development initiatives.
To work closely with the colorectal cancer team in particular the colorectal Enhanced Recovery Nurse (1.0 WTE) and colorectal specialist dietitian (0.4 WTE) to support the delivery of the Enhanced Recovery Pathway.
To work with in and addition to members of the wider team to support service development including Macmillan Rehab.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.
Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System.As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To act as an advanced clinical specialist responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients referred with a colorectal cancer diagnosis undergoing active treatment such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.
To act as an advanced clinical specialist for colorectal surgery within MCHFT, keeping informed of planned new developments for the service provided by MCHFT, and supporting the operational delivery, planning (including integrated enhanced recovery pathways), co-ordination, and evaluation of the Physiotherapy service for these patients.
To work as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team to access and act upon relevant diagnostic tests and make relevant onward recommendations as necessary.
To act as lead within specialist area supporting the optional delivery, planning, co-ordination, and evaluation of the Physiotherapy service provided for patients on the elective surgical inpatient ward, including critical care and high dependency, at Leighton Hospital including service development initiatives.
To work closely with the colorectal cancer team in particular the colorectal Enhanced Recovery Nurse (1.0 WTE) and colorectal specialist dietitian (0.4 WTE) to support the delivery of the Enhanced Recovery Pathway.
To work with in and addition to members of the wider team to support service development including Macmillan Rehab.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To act as an advanced clinical specialist responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients referred with a colorectal cancer diagnosis undergoing active treatment such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.
To act as an advanced clinical specialist for colorectal surgery within MCHFT, keeping informed of planned new developments for the service provided by MCHFT, and supporting the operational delivery, planning (including integrated enhanced recovery pathways), co-ordination, and evaluation of the Physiotherapy service for these patients.
To work as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team to access and act upon relevant diagnostic tests and make relevant onward recommendations as necessary.
To act as lead within specialist area supporting the optional delivery, planning, co-ordination, and evaluation of the Physiotherapy service provided for patients on the elective surgical inpatient ward, including critical care and high dependency, at Leighton Hospital including service development initiatives.
To work closely with the colorectal cancer team in particular the colorectal Enhanced Recovery Nurse (1.0 WTE) and colorectal specialist dietitian (0.4 WTE) to support the delivery of the Enhanced Recovery Pathway.
To work with in and addition to members of the wider team to support service development including Macmillan Rehab.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Relevant professional degree/diploma
- Attendance at master's level post graduate courses relevant to the specialist area
- Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area
Desirable
- Communication skills training
Skillls
Essential
- Ability to lead junior colleagues
- Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
- Audit skills
- Ability to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Evidence of a broad range of clinical experience and highly specialist skills relevant to a Critical Care and Surgical caseload
- Commitment to specialism as evidence by CPD and attendance as special interest groups
Desirable
- Experience of working within an NHS medical setting at a senior level
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Relevant professional degree/diploma
- Attendance at master's level post graduate courses relevant to the specialist area
- Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area
Desirable
- Communication skills training
Skillls
Essential
- Ability to lead junior colleagues
- Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
- Audit skills
- Ability to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Evidence of a broad range of clinical experience and highly specialist skills relevant to a Critical Care and Surgical caseload
- Commitment to specialism as evidence by CPD and attendance as special interest groups
Desirable
- Experience of working within an NHS medical setting at a senior level
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
