National Specialist Advisor - Pathology (Point of Care & Phlebotomy)

NHS England

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Job summary

The Diagnostics Recovery & Transformation Programme is the largest single investment programme in the NHS in terms of capital and revenue combined (second largest after New Hospital Programme in terms of capital only).

It is delivering twin priorities:

  • A significant transformation in the NHS diagnostic model (delivering recommendations of 2020 Richards Review)
  • Recovery of diagnostic services as a key element of overall elective recovery and cancer performance.

The national diagnostics has four key Diagnostic Disciplines, and each team is made of subject matter experts including clinicians and implementation leads who each lead work across a priority area:

  • Imaging
  • Pathology
  • GI Endoscopy
  • Physiological Science

The pathology transformation element of this work seeks to boost the productivity and resilience of pathology services through the development of pathology networks, with the associated investment in shared digital infrastructure and equipment as well as workforce training and development.

Main duties of the job

The National Specialty Adviser(s) are responsible for providing expert clinical advice to the Diagnostics Recovery & Transformation Programme as well as expert professional advice and support in the development of strategy and policy relating to the Diagnostics programme and specialty programme workstream.

The post holders will support senior leaders with the provision of clinical advice and leadership through:

  • Clinical advice to drive improvement of point of care testing and/or phlebotomy services in England.
  • Clinical advice to support the commissioning of point of care testing and phlebotomy services across England.
  • Clinical advice and support to front line units / systems as needed, complementing the work of regional pathology Clinical Leads in this area.
  • Clinical advice on the development and delivery of improved models of pathology service delivery.
  • Clinical advice on the achievement of a sustainable pathology workforce.
  • Ensuring benefits to population health and addressing health inequalities.
  • Securing buy-in and removing barriers to project success, including working with trusts and relevant national bodies and societies.

About us

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:

  • Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
  • Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
  • Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
  • Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
  • Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visithttps://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you'll usually need to be paid the 'standard' salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the 'going rate' for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on the Government website.

Date posted

31 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 9

Salary

£105,385 to £121,271 a year per annum pro rata (inclusive of London Weighting)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

990-COO-6707618-E

Job locations

Wellington House

133-155 Waterloo Road

London

SE1 8UG


Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed description of the role and associated responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Secondments

Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed description of the role and associated responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Secondments

Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Holds fellowship of a relevant association e.g- Royal College Pathology, Allied Healthcare Professional Federation

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Experienced clinical practitioner with credibility and the ability to command the respect of all clinical and non-clinical professionals across primary, secondary and community care
  • Significant experience of working at a national or sub-national level as a clinical leader in the specialty.
  • The NSA should be a source of expert clinical knowledge on the latest scientific advances and innovations in science, technology, data, digital and therapeutics in the field.

Desirable

  • Experience of operating in complex, highly political environments requiring tact and discretion

Skills

Essential

  • Uses evidence to make improvements seeking out innovation and opportunities to tackle health inequalities

Desirable

  • Track record of delivering major change programme to transform clinical services.
  • The ability to build excellent collaborative networks and develop effective and mutually supportive relationships with key partners within and throughout organisations.
  • Actively develops themselves and others
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Holds fellowship of a relevant association e.g- Royal College Pathology, Allied Healthcare Professional Federation

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Experienced clinical practitioner with credibility and the ability to command the respect of all clinical and non-clinical professionals across primary, secondary and community care
  • Significant experience of working at a national or sub-national level as a clinical leader in the specialty.
  • The NSA should be a source of expert clinical knowledge on the latest scientific advances and innovations in science, technology, data, digital and therapeutics in the field.

Desirable

  • Experience of operating in complex, highly political environments requiring tact and discretion

Skills

Essential

  • Uses evidence to make improvements seeking out innovation and opportunities to tackle health inequalities

Desirable

  • Track record of delivering major change programme to transform clinical services.
  • The ability to build excellent collaborative networks and develop effective and mutually supportive relationships with key partners within and throughout organisations.
  • Actively develops themselves and others

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS England

Address

Wellington House

133-155 Waterloo Road

London

SE1 8UG


Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS England

Address

Wellington House

133-155 Waterloo Road

London

SE1 8UG


Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Deputy Director Diagnostics - Pathology

Jane Mills

Jane.Mills1@nhs.net

Date posted

31 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 9

Salary

£105,385 to £121,271 a year per annum pro rata (inclusive of London Weighting)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

990-COO-6707618-E

Job locations

Wellington House

133-155 Waterloo Road

London

SE1 8UG


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