Job summary
Are you a Registered Nurse or Allied Health Professional looking to try something new, working in an agile way? Do you have experience of dealing with complex patient cases and situations as part of a team?This is a rare opportunity to join our friendly B&NES, Swindon and Wiltshire Referral Service team, to provide Maternity cover for up to 12 months.This interesting and varied role involves the clinical assessment and interpretation of patient referrals as well as supporting the referral pathway, liaising with a wide rangeof stakeholders.Although the advertised post is full-time, we would consider flexible or part-timeworking hours for the right candidate.If you think this exciting opportunity could be for you, we would love to hear fromyou.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking to recruit a Clinical Adviser (Maternity cover) to join our team ofClinicians in our evolving and innovative Referral Service. Our Clinical Adviser roleencourages you to utilise your clinical skills to support the referral process across thehealth care system. You will clinically assess and interpret patient records andreferral letters, to validate patient suitability for treatment, intervention, or furtherassessment.The successful candidate will get the opportunity to liaise with a wide range ofinternal and external stakeholders, including Referral Service administrative staff,team managers, GP Practices and Providers.
About us
As an organisation, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace thatpromotes and values diversity. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age,disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion orbelief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. Applications are alsowelcomed from applicants who wish to apply on the basis of a smarter or flexibleworking arrangement.This is an exciting time of change for our Referral Service, and we want you to be apart of our dedicated and friendly team!
Job description
Job responsibilities
The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined inthe Job Description/Person Specification.If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and would like to know more, pleasecontact Louise Robbins, Clinical Manager, on l.robbins@nhs.net or 0300 303 5048
Job description
Job responsibilities
The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined inthe Job Description/Person Specification.If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and would like to know more, pleasecontact Louise Robbins, Clinical Manager, on l.robbins@nhs.net or 0300 303 5048
Person Specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- oEducated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Significant Demonstrable post registration experience, with direct patient facing assessment and practice in a clinical setting. Able to demonstrate effective consolidation of clinical knowledge and practice after qualification and preceptorship. Current clinical registration as a Nurse or Allied Health Professional with equivalent comprehensive clinical training and experience. Experience in patient communications. Previous experience in audit and research. A good understanding of the health and social care environment and roles and responsibilities within it.
Desirable
- Clinical Triage experience across multiple clinical specialties.
Communication Skills
Essential
- oClear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence. Skills for nurturing key relationships and maintaining networks Able to work autonomously, as part of a wider team, managing own workload Be adaptable to meet the needs of the service and organization Able to build professional relationships with Clinical teams with a view to supporting continuous professional development and revalidation
Analytical
Essential
- oAbility to analyse and interpret very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources. Demonstrated capability to act upon incomplete information within contentious situations using experience to make inferences and take decisions where there may be a number of possible courses of action. Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands. Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills.
Planning Skills
Desirable
- Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Skills for manipulating information. Intermediate keyboard skills
Autonomy
Essential
- Demonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- The promotion of equality of opportunity and good working relations (providing practical leadership).
Other
Essential
- Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity. Experience of working within a team Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change. Commitment to continuing professional development. Professional calm and efficient manner. Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- oEducated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Significant Demonstrable post registration experience, with direct patient facing assessment and practice in a clinical setting. Able to demonstrate effective consolidation of clinical knowledge and practice after qualification and preceptorship. Current clinical registration as a Nurse or Allied Health Professional with equivalent comprehensive clinical training and experience. Experience in patient communications. Previous experience in audit and research. A good understanding of the health and social care environment and roles and responsibilities within it.
Desirable
- Clinical Triage experience across multiple clinical specialties.
Communication Skills
Essential
- oClear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence. Skills for nurturing key relationships and maintaining networks Able to work autonomously, as part of a wider team, managing own workload Be adaptable to meet the needs of the service and organization Able to build professional relationships with Clinical teams with a view to supporting continuous professional development and revalidation
Analytical
Essential
- oAbility to analyse and interpret very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources. Demonstrated capability to act upon incomplete information within contentious situations using experience to make inferences and take decisions where there may be a number of possible courses of action. Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands. Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills.
Planning Skills
Desirable
- Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Skills for manipulating information. Intermediate keyboard skills
Autonomy
Essential
- Demonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- The promotion of equality of opportunity and good working relations (providing practical leadership).
Other
Essential
- Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity. Experience of working within a team Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change. Commitment to continuing professional development. Professional calm and efficient manner. Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire ICB
Address
Agile working with base at Jenner House, Chippenham
Chippenham
SN15 1GG
Employer's website
https://www.bswccg.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)