Total 14 Others job vacancies in Dorchester, DT1 2JY

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated qualified ECP to join our Surgical Team as Enhanced Clinical Practitioner for General Surgery

The Surgical Enhanced Clinical Practitioner [ECP] will work as an integral member of the multi-professional workforce. The post holder will take a lead role in the clinical assessment and treatment of surgical in-patients within the Trust.

The successful candidate will form part of the ward round team and be responsible for reviewing/ assessing patients, who will be a mix of acutely unwell and elective pathway and for their ongoing management of inter-hospital care. Will be required at times to work autonomously and aid in determining clinical diagnosis and treatment plans, working closely with senior medical and nursing staff. They will provide early escalation to the Senior Surgical Registrar or Consultant and where necessary refer to Critical Care Outreach and/ or Critical Care for ongoing management. They will be required to work collaboratively with all multi-disciplinary members of the surgical team, with potential need for future weekend and on call/ nightshift working once the team expands.
• Manage a clinical caseload to an advanced professional standard using specialist knowledge from theoretical and practical experience.
• Work as a pivotal member of the Surgical team and triage workload accordingly, assisting with ward tasks where required.
• Undertake clinical assessment, early diagnosis of complications and initiation of treatment plans.
• Work within the MDT to ensure onward referrals/pathways are managed appropriately.
• Able to work more autonomously, will be able to review patients in SDEC, whom have been bought in from Surgical outpatient clinic or by prior arrangement, as per Surgical team.
• Act as a Champion for Enhanced Recovery.
• Facilitate safe and timely discharge of patients to home.
• Provide support and education, both formal and ad-hoc/ in situ ward teaching, to junior members of the MDT with particular focus on decision making, management plans and appropriate escalation.
• Maintain professional development needs for an ECP.

Adhere at all times to Codes of Professional Conduct and Regulatory bodies, e.g. NMC. To work in accordance with four Pillars of Advanced Practice. To act as a role model and display Trust values of Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence.
• Identify and review current information available to determine and plan patient management process.
• Undertake assessment in line with evidence based practice and policies e.g. taking case history, examinations, requesting diagnostic investigations.
• Review and interpret all information available utilising a systematic process of reasoning to make a differential diagnosis.
• Develop and record a treatment plan consistent with the outcome of the assessment and most probable diagnosis.
• According to current legislation undertake independent prescribing.
• Discuss sensitive information with patients and families and manage their behaviour accordingly.
• Refer to other practitioners as and when necessary.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate assessment and treatment records in line with legal and local requirements. Communicate assessment and treatment results to the appropriate disciplines.
• Use a range of skills to adapt the delivery of information using various methods of communication and using persuasive, reassuring skills as required e.g. breaking bad news.
• Provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to other professionals, patients and relatives to promote understanding of the patient’s condition and ensure a consistent approach to patient care.
• Explore complex issues and to make complex decisions encouraging the effective participation of all involved.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of people in a manner consistent with their level of understanding, culture and background and preferred ways of understanding.
• Work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.
• Ensure that all aspects of safeguarding, vulnerable adults, children and patients with learning disabilities are managed appropriately and escalated in accordance with Trust policy


This advert closes on Tuesday 10 Sep 2024

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Grafter currently has a client looking to fill a role with the following description: Bricklayer required for extension and domestic building works

Grafter currently has a client looking to fill a role with the following description: Labourer required to assist with general building work. Domestic extensions and gardening.

Support to the Senior Administrator when required with inputting annual leave, sickness records, TOIL and overtime claims in a timely manner onto Healthroster. Ability to step into the role of Senior Administrator during periods of absence from substantive postholder. To provide accurate and timely administrative and secretarial support to the Clinical Lead Blood Sciences with regard to clinic preparation, booking of appointments and cashing-up. To provide general administrative support to the Senior BMS Team Blood Sciences To provide administrative and secretarial support to and oversee the production of the agenda, minutes and matters arising for the Blood Sciences Team Briefs and the Blood Sciences BCI meetings. To provide administrative support with regard to procurement contracts under the directive of the Head of Department Blood Sciences and Service Manager. To provide administrative support regarding monitoring and updating SOPs To provide administrative support to the Head of Blood Sciences with regard to the checking and accuracy of invoices received To monitor and oversee progress with regard to all appraisals within the Department of Blood Science, ensuring compliance. To provide administrative support and guidance with regard to overseeing travel arrangements, accommodation bookings and reimbursement matters for members of staff within Blood Sciences To work closely with the Senior Administrator Blood Sciences and ensure that the Departmental telephone is answered at all times and support the system in place to enable all queries to be actioned and calls redirected as appropriate. To manage all post into and out of the Pathology Department and act as the first point of contact in the event of a query. To provide administrative support for ordering of consumables within the Department of Blood Sciences. Track financial expenditure and advise the HOD accordingly if there are matters of concerns. Responsibility for ensuring all Blood Sciences whiteboards and noticeboards are up to date and professional in appearance.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a General Administrator to be part of our dynamic and friendly Blood Science team within the Department of Pathology at Dorset County Hospital.

The Department of Blood Sciences provides a 24/7 service focusing on providing a high quality service within the fields of Chemistry, Haematology and the Blood Bank. The successful candidates will be providing first-rate administrative support from Monday to Friday and will be instrumental in providing support to the Senior Administrator, Head of Department, Clinical Lead, Senior Biomedical Science team and the wider team.

The role is pivotal within the Department and will involve working with a range of stakeholders on a variety of interesting areas where no two days are ever the same.

Previous applicants need not apply
• Support to the Senior Administrator when required with inputting annual leave, sickness records, TOIL and overtime claims in a timely manner onto Healthroster. Ability to step into the role of Senior Administrator during periods of absence from substantive postholder.
• To provide accurate and timely administrative and secretarial support to the Clinical Lead Blood Sciences with regard to clinic preparation, booking of appointments and cashing-up.
• To provide general administrative support to the Senior BMS Team Blood Sciences
• To provide administrative and secretarial support to and oversee the production of the agenda, minutes and matters arising for the Blood Sciences Team Briefs and the Blood Sciences BCI meetings.
• To provide administrative support with regard to procurement contracts under the directive of the Head of Department Blood Sciences and Service Manager.
• To provide administrative support regarding monitoring and updating SOPs
• To provide administrative support to the Head of Blood Sciences with regard to the checking and accuracy of invoices received
• To monitor and oversee progress with regard to all appraisals within the Department of Blood Science, ensuring compliance

The Department of Blood Sciences within Pathology at Dorset County Hospital strives to achieve excellence in all areas and places great emphasis on staff well-being and treating all colleagues with respect. It is indeed a fun and pro active Department to work within where flexibility is considered to ensure work life balance. The role of General Administrator will provide an ideal opportunity for the successful candidate to demonstrate their ability to prioritise, multi-task, evidence their solid IT skills, utilise their initiative and thrive with operating under pressure. It will also present opportunities to drive excellence and in a rewarding environment where every voice is considered important and feeling valued is considered a norm.
• Support to the Senior Administrator when required with inputting annual leave, sickness records, TOIL and overtime claims in a timely manner onto Healthroster. Ability to step into the role of Senior Administrator during periods of absence from substantive postholder.
• To provide accurate and timely administrative and secretarial support to the Clinical Lead Blood Sciences with regard to clinic preparation, booking of appointments and cashing-up.
• To provide general administrative support to the Senior BMS Team Blood Sciences
• To provide administrative and secretarial support to and oversee the production of the agenda, minutes and matters arising for the Blood Sciences Team Briefs and the Blood Sciences BCI meetings.
• To provide administrative support with regard to procurement contracts under the directive of the Head of Department Blood Sciences and Service Manager.
• To provide administrative support regarding monitoring and updating SOPs
• To provide administrative support to the Head of Blood Sciences with regard to the checking and accuracy of invoices received
• To monitor and oversee progress with regard to all appraisals within the Department of Blood Science, ensuring compliance.
• To provide administrative support and guidance with regard to overseeing travel arrangements, accommodation bookings and reimbursement matters for members of staff within Blood Sciences
• To work closely with the Senior Administrator – Blood Sciences and ensure that the Departmental telephone is answered at all times and support the system in place to enable all queries to be actioned and calls redirected as appropriate.
• To manage all post into and out of the Pathology Department and act as the first point of contact in the event of a query.
• To provide administrative support for ordering of consumables within the Department of Blood Sciences. Track financial expenditure and advise the HOD accordingly if there are matters of concerns.
• Responsibility for ensuring all Blood Sciences’ whiteboards and noticeboards are up to date and professional in appearance.


This advert closes on Tuesday 20 Aug 2024

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Housekeeper - required for our brand-new luxury care home ‘Selwood House’ in Charlton Down, Dorchester, Dorset, Part of the Country Court Family.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, working weekends on rota
Selwood House Care Home located in Charlton Down near Dorchester accommodates up to 84 residents, and is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to cater for various care needs. Specialising in residential care, dementia care, and short-term respite care, Selwood House will provide a warm welcome as soon as you set foot through the door.
JOINING THE COUNTRY COURT CARE FAMILY
We’re proud to be a family run business that’s grown over the years to a family of 2,800+ employees and over 40 care homes. We’re passionate about providing 5* care to our residents. From bistros to pubs and cinema rooms to spas – we’ve created extraordinary care homes so we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our team!
ABOUT THE HOUSEKEEPER ROLE
Within your role, you can really make a difference to our residents’ lives. Our Housekeepers have the highest of standards when it comes to our Homes. They have exceptional attention to detail, a keen eye for anything out of place as well as making sure all our Residents personal clothing and bedding are washed, pressed, and folded immaculately. They also make sure that our Residents rooms are to the highest of standard of cleanliness and hygiene through thorough cleaning, no surface is left unchecked. They really are a key cog in our family.
ABOUT YOU
We want someone proactive, passionate, and ambitious to support us to create the best person-centred environment for our residents. You will be genuinely valued and empowered as an integral part of our team

Experience as a housekeeper or laundry assistant is preferred but not essential
Have an exceptional eye for detail
Have a friendly & caring attitude
Able to engage well with the residents and their families
Knowledge or understanding of the care sector

IN RETURN
You’ll be joining a family business and will benefit from our generous range of benefits which include:

28 days holiday (FTE) (including bank holidays)
Annual pay reviews, pension contributions & enhanced bank holiday rates
Supportive and bespoke Induction Training Programmes, ongoing training and development and nationally recognised qualifications*
Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme*
Pension Contributions & access to the Blue Light Discount Card
Annual Staff Awards Programme across all our Homes celebrating our great staff

*Subject to Terms and Conditions
Click the Apply Button Now! -If the Housekeeper role sounds like a job for you, we would like to hear from you.
PLEASE NOTE:
All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence.
You may have experience as
Cleaner, domestic cleaner, laundry assistant, general assistant, maintenance cleaner, washing assistant, maid, cleaning facilitator, cleaning attendant, service cleaner, cleaning supervisor, Hospital cleaner

The post will be a part of the acute/general medical SHO tier at Dorset County Hospital, taking a share of the on-call duties and gaining exposure to a wide range of medical conditions while being fully supported by an appropriate junior and senior team. This includes full and equal access to educational and clinical supervision, as well as internal educational and training opportunities and funded study leave. Access to an ePortfolio will be offered. The successful applicant will be offered the opportunity to gain experience in the specialty of their choice, on an inpatient, outpatient or procedure basis (subject to specific choices, practicalities and availability). A fellowship delivering and supporting medical education/training is also available, on a competitive basis (1 day/week, starting in August, for 1 year). This is arranged and funded by the education department. Application and interview for this post will take place after successful appointment to a GESTE position. It is sometimes possible to arrange a 6-month placement in the A&E department as a complement to the GESTE appointment. This would be a separate post and is dependent on staffing requirements in both areas. If this is of interest, then enquiries would be welcome. The Trust will make best attempts to place successful candidates in their chosen specialty or specialties, (identified as part of the interview/recruitment process). However, should there be multiple requests for the same specialty, which exceed the staffing/capacity requirements, the Trust will offer alternative options so that all appointees get the best experience possible. On call: an equal share with the other SHOs, when you are ready for it (we have a well-established induction process with a graded increase in On Call exposure if needed). The post has a core service purpose to support the safe delivery of care to the wards and acute unselected medical on call rota. It is recognised that access to specialty experience can be limited in an SHOs earlier posts, and that wider experience can be valuable. Exposure to a specialty at SHO grade can help to round out a CV, meet portfolio requirements and clarify the level of interest in obtaining a training post in a specialty. It is intended that the post gives reliable and structured access to the specialty/specialties of choice for the successful candidate. The exact nature and timing of these sessions will be dependent upon the candidates preferences and the opportunities within the system, moderated by the service requirements.

The post will be a part of the acute/general medical SHO tier at Dorset County Hospital, taking a share of the on-call duties and gaining exposure to a wide range of medical conditions while being fully supported by an appropriate junior and senior team. This includes full and equal access to educational and clinical supervision, as well as internal educational and training opportunities and funded study leave. Access to an ePortfolio will be offered. The successful applicant will be offered the opportunity to gain experience in the specialty of their choice, on an inpatient, outpatient or procedure basis (subject to specific choices, practicalities and availability).

A fellowship delivering and supporting medical education/training is also available, on a competitive basis (1 day/week, starting in August, for 1 year). This is arranged and funded by the education department. Application and interview for this post will take place after successful appointment to a GESTE position.





Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications from FY2's who are interested in pursuing training and experience in a Trust Grade ST1 role.

Opportunities exist in all specialties within Urgent & Integrated Care Division.

The post will be a part of the acute/general medical core tier (F2-ST2) at Dorset County Hospital, taking a share of the on call duties and gaining exposure to a wide range of medical conditions while being fully supported by a full junior and senior team.

This will include full and equal access to educational & clinical supervision as well as internal educational and training opportunities and study leave. Access to an ePortfolio will be offered.

The successful applicants will be offered the opportunity to gain experience in a medical specialty/specialties on an inpatient, outpatient or procedure basis (subject to specific choices, practicalities & availability).

The term of the post can be flexible, but will be for a minimum of 6 months and maximum of 12 months from appointment.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Services core to our operation as a provider of acute care are:
• Full accident and emergency services for major and minor illnesses and injuries including a fracture clinic. This is one of the best performing units in the country.
• Emergency assessment and treatment services, including critical care (the hospital is a trauma unit).
• Elective (planned) surgery and medical treatments, including day surgery.
• A wide range of medical and outpatient services.
• Maternity services, including midwife-led birthing unit, community midwifery support, antenatal care, postnatal care and home births. There is a Special Care Baby Unit.
• Children’s services, including emergency assessment, inpatient and outpatient services.
• Diagnostic services, including fully accredited pathology, liquid-based cytology, CT scanning, MRI scanning, ultrasound, cardiac angiography and interventional radiology.
• Renal services to all of Dorset and parts of Somerset.
• A wide range of therapy services, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy and dietetics.
• Service for older people, including an acute stroke unit.
• A newly built radiotherapy unit, delivering enhanced oncology services to the West Dorset population.
• Teaching, training and research.

The post will be a part of the acute/general medical SHO tier at Dorset County Hospital, taking a share of the on-call duties and gaining exposure to a wide range of medical conditions while being fully supported by an appropriate junior and senior team. This includes full and equal access to educational and clinical supervision, as well as internal educational and training opportunities and funded study leave. Access to an ePortfolio will be offered. The successful applicant will be offered the opportunity to gain experience in the specialty of their choice, on an inpatient, outpatient or procedure basis (subject to specific choices, practicalities and availability).



A fellowship delivering and supporting medical education/training is also available, on a competitive basis (1 day/week, starting in August, for 1 year). This is arranged and funded by the education department. Application and interview for this post will take place after successful appointment to a GESTE position.



It is sometimes possible to arrange a 6-month placement in the A&E department as a complement to the GESTE appointment. This would be a separate post and is dependent on staffing requirements in both areas. If this is of interest, then enquiries would be welcome.



The Trust will make best attempts to place successful candidates in their chosen specialty or specialties, (identified as part of the interview/recruitment process). However, should there be multiple requests for the same specialty, which exceed the staffing/capacity requirements, the Trust will offer alternative options so that all appointees get the best experience possible.



On call: an equal share with the other SHOs, when you are ready for it (we have a well-established induction process with a graded increase in On Call exposure if needed).



The post has a core service purpose to support the safe delivery of care to the wards and acute unselected medical on call rota. It is recognised that access to specialty experience can be limited in an SHO’s earlier posts, and that wider experience can be valuable. Exposure to a specialty at SHO grade can help to round out a CV, meet portfolio requirements and clarify the level of interest in obtaining a training post in a specialty. It is intended that the post gives reliable and structured access to the specialty/specialties of choice for the successful candidate. The exact nature and timing of these sessions will be dependent upon the candidate’s preferences and the opportunities within the system, moderated by the service requirements.


This advert closes on Monday 29 Jul 2024

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Housekeeper - required for our brand-new luxury care home ‘Selwood House’ in Charlton Down, Dorchester, Dorset, Part of the Country Court Family.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, working weekends on rota
Selwood House Care Home located in Charlton Down near Dorchester accommodates up to 84 residents, and is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to cater for various care needs. Specialising in residential care, dementia care, and short-term respite care, Selwood House will provide a warm welcome as soon as you set foot through the door.
JOINING THE COUNTRY COURT CARE FAMILY
We’re proud to be a family run business that’s grown over the years to a family of 2,800+ employees and over 40 care homes. We’re passionate about providing 5* care to our residents. From bistros to pubs and cinema rooms to spas – we’ve created extraordinary care homes so we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our team!
ABOUT THE HOUSEKEEPER ROLE
Within your role, you can really make a difference to our residents’ lives. Our Housekeepers have the highest of standards when it comes to our Homes. They have exceptional attention to detail, a keen eye for anything out of place as well as making sure all our Residents personal clothing and bedding are washed, pressed, and folded immaculately. They also make sure that our Residents rooms are to the highest of standard of cleanliness and hygiene through thorough cleaning, no surface is left unchecked. They really are a key cog in our family.
ABOUT YOU
We want someone proactive, passionate, and ambitious to support us to create the best person-centred environment for our residents. You will be genuinely valued and empowered as an integral part of our team

Experience as a housekeeper or laundry assistant is preferred but not essential
Have an exceptional eye for detail
Have a friendly & caring attitude
Able to engage well with the residents and their families
Knowledge or understanding of the care sector

IN RETURN
You’ll be joining a family business and will benefit from our generous range of benefits which include:

28 days holiday (FTE) (including bank holidays)
Annual pay reviews, pension contributions & enhanced bank holiday rates
Supportive and bespoke Induction Training Programmes, ongoing training and development and nationally recognised qualifications*
Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme*
Pension Contributions & access to the Blue Light Discount Card
Annual Staff Awards Programme across all our Homes celebrating our great staff

*Subject to Terms and Conditions
Click the Apply Button Now! -If the Housekeeper role sounds like a job for you, we would like to hear from you.
PLEASE NOTE:
All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence.
You may have experience as
Cleaner, domestic cleaner, laundry assistant, general assistant, maintenance cleaner, washing assistant, maid, cleaning facilitator, cleaning attendant, service cleaner, cleaning supervisor, Hospital cleaner

Our client currently requires a CSCS Labourer to commence work on a large housing project in Poundbury, Dorchester.

To be considered for this role you'll require; a valid CSCS (certificates may be considered), previous site experience - preferably in a similar role & 2 trade references.

Duties are to include but not limited to; site clear up, assisting tradesmen with their duties and lifting/carrying around site, as well as all other associated tasks.

Attractive hourly rate offered of up to £15 per hour

Site opening times are 7.30 - 5.00, Monday to Friday, with some weekend work available.

For more information, please call Pat at One Way on 02380981600.

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Role Purpose

Our General Managers are the ultimate leaders, setting the tone and culture within their Brewpubs. You will be an expert at getting the best out of people, able to coach and develop your team to deliver flawless execution and service within a fun and supportive environment.

Food is particularly important at Brewhouse & Kitchen - as such you will be passionate about our dining menu, drinks (particularly craft beer) and outstanding service. You must be confident in managing front of house, a robust kitchen operation and ready to take on the unique element of the microbrewery at B&K. Your operational standards will be of utmost importance, ensuring you trade your Brewpub in a safe, legal and compliant way.

As a General Manager, you will have full ownership of your Brewpub P&L, lead shifts including opening & closing the Brewpub, act as the key contact for the community in your site and be a decision maker who is determined to grow their business and deliver our operational standards “The B&K Way” perfectly.

Benefits of being a B&K General Manager

• Award winning employer – Best Brewing Pub Company & Best Companies Accredited 2023
• Competitive Salary tronc
• Bonus scheme with the opportunity to significantly enhance your annual salary
• Access your pay early with Hastee Pay, including financial wellbeing support
• Free team meal on shift
• 30% off Food, Drink, Accommodation & Experience’s in our Brewpubs and more
• Access to Brewhub – with over 3000 discounts & cashback opportunities
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Annual incentive trips and benefits
• Access to award winning learning & development and apprenticeship programmes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Flexible shifts to fit in with life!

At Brewhouse & Kitchen we are a ‘people first’ business, we value difference and want everyone to be able to bring their true selves to work. We are committed to equality of opportunity for our colleagues and welcome applications from all sections of society regardless of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and family leave, ethnicity, religion/belief, marriage/civil partnerships or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Brewhouse & Kitchen are a Disability Confident employer, if you have a disability or additional needs that require adjustments, please do not hesitate to let us know at the point of application.

If all of this sounds exciting to you, then click ‘apply’ now!

To carry out maintenance works on internal and external fabric of the Trust Estate and where necessary assist in the allocation and supervision of others work. To be responsible for cooperating with and advising a multi-disciplined workforce on suitable methods and techniques and resources, undertaking work associated with all building fabric and equipment within the Trust’s Establishments.



Assist and deputise for the Lead Carpenter in providing technical support to estates staff and contractors on issues that are complex and non-routine including the regulatory compliance of fire doors as part of a maintenance programme. Follow departmental and Trusts operating policies and procedures guided by building and H & S regulations when undertaking this role and works closely with the Estates Officer but also independently without regular supervision.

The Post holder will follow departmental and Trusts operating policies and procedures when undertaking this role and work independently without regular supervision, reporting to the Lead Carpenter and Fabric Team Supervisor.

Assist and deputise for the Lead Carpenter in providing technical support to estates staff and contractors on issues that are complex and non-routine including the regulatory compliance of fire doors as part of a maintenance programme. Follow departmental and Trusts operating policies and procedures guided by building and H & S regulations when undertaking this role and works closely with the Estates Officer but also independently without regular supervision.

The Post holder will follow departmental and Trusts operating policies and procedures when undertaking this role and work independently without regular supervision, reporting to the Lead Carpenter and Fabric Team Supervisor.

Our mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them so we are seeking outstanding people who share our Trust values of teamwork, integrity, respect and excellence.

On joining our Trust, you will be welcomed into a friendly and supportive environment invested in your ongoing training and development.

I would encourage you to read on to discover why you should join us on our journey to becoming the best performing trust in the country, and wish you all the very best in your application.
• Support the Lead Carpenter/Fabric Supervisor in providing quotations to other departments based on time and material costs.
• To support and in the absence of the Lead carpenter, plan maintenance activities including staff availability and overtime, sourcing supplies.
• To assist with the maintenance of stock and supplies for the Estates Department.
• To ensure that safety procedures are observed in the use of plant, equipment, materials and working procedures and ensure that a safe working environment is maintained at all times in accordance with Health & Safety Regulation.
• To assist with induction training of new staff and to train new and existing staff in the application of new equipment and procedures.
• To work outside his/her trade in the event of an emergency or as directed by the Estates Officer/Head of Estates
• To be able to drive and hold a clean driving license.
• Any other duties as delegated by the Estates Officer relevant to the post/department.


This advert closes on Monday 29 Apr 2024

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Job Context Weldmar Hospicecare is an independent charity that provides specialist end of life care to patients and those that are important to them throughout Dorset. This care is given in the comfort of patients own homes by Weldmar Community Nurses, our Weldmar at Home Team and via Wellbeing Support Session held across the county or as inpatients at our hospice in Dorchester. Our team of dedicated staff and volunteers ensure that we can continue to support patients through one of lifes most difficult journeys. We work closely with other health care providers including the NHS to ensure that our patients receive the highest possible care. We do receive some funding from the NHS but the majority of our income is generated by our fundraising and retail teams, which plays a vital part in securing income to fund our care, both now and in the future. The role of AHP Assistant Practitioner is to support the Weldmar Allied Healthcare Practitioners (AHPs) in Central, South or North Dorset in the delivery of high quality and palliative care to patients and their families predominantly in their own homes, at Wellbeing Support Services, on the Inpatient Unit or as out patients. Job Purpose As a key member of the AHP Team, work closely with the team providing a high standard therapeutic intervention to enable patients to maintain and or improve their quality of life. To assist AHPs to deliver specialist therapy in the IPU, community and outpatients as required. This may be supporting rehabilitative techniques and activities that support independence and empowerment. To provide feedback using accurate documentation and accurate observations to AHP, on assessments and treatments undertaken. To be a key member of the team in the day to day organisation of AHP team work and service provision. To co-ordinate and facilitate discharges from the IPU in a timely, appropriate and professional manner. To liaise with the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) and all relevant external agencies in order to plan complex transfers of care from the IPU. To participate in the IPU MDT meeting in order to identify the need for care provision and the means whereby care provision can be accessed. The post holder will be required to work in patients homes, the inpatient unit in Dorchester or outpatient clinics and be expected to work flexibly across care settings when this is conducive to meeting the holistic needs of the patient and their family. The post holder to be able to lead group therapy sessions, or have a willingness to do so. Scope and Limits of Authority The post holder will be an experienced Allied Health Professional Assistant Practitioner who has the ability to: Deliver therapy with minimum direct supervision within the Inpatient Unit, patients own home, or Wellbeing Support Service. To ensure all relevant professionals are updated and aware of current discharge plans for patients on IPU via discharge update, handover sheet, MDT meetings and SystmOne In liaison with the whole MDT proactively identify, report and manage delayed transfers of care and delayed transfer of care records and participate in audit as stipulated by Clinical Governance Steering Group Promote a holistic and individualised approach to care. Attain full competence in the knowledge and skills outlined in the Band 4 Skills Profile associated with this role. Recognise their own limitations and know when to refer onto a senior health care professional. The post holder has no direct budget responsibility but must be aware of cost implications and make effective use of resources. Job tasks To deliver quality therapy according to the therapy plan to a diverse caseload of patients, as delegated by AHP or Weldmar Community Nurse (WCN) working with minimum direct supervision. To be able to recognise and appropriately report changes in a patients condition or symptoms that requires the input of a senior registered health care professional. To co-ordinate the timely and effective transfer of care of patients from the IPU to an agreed destination. To communicate effectively with the patient and families, MDT members and relevant external health & social care providers to ensure the relevant care package is in place. To attend Take 5 every day and update the wider MDT concerning relevant changes in various funding application and discharge process. To maintain accurate, legible and contemporaneous records on all patients, to ensure documentation meets agreed standards and adheres to Caldicott guidelines and Weldmar Policies and standards. To communicate with AHP colleagues regarding changes and ongoing therapy and care needs of patients and their families on a regular basis. To establish and maintain effective communication with other members of the multi-disciplinary team and members of the wider health and social care community teams such as Adult Social Care (Community Rehabilitative Teams), DAIRS and Orthotics. To provide emotional support allowing patients and families to express their feelings/ concerns utilising listening and empathetic skills. To promote independence and well- being by ensuring: - Involvement of patients in their plan of care - Ongoing assessment of the home environment to identify any additional needs including equipment, care packages or carers support. To undertake and record on Weldmars electronic patient database system (SystmOne) clear and precise notes of observations and therapies conducted. To contribute to symptom management through the utilisation of appropriate assessment tools, observation, monitoring or patient feedback, reporting the outcome to the appropriate registered professional. To alert a senior member of the AHP or MDT if patients or their familys behaviour causes concern and merits referral onto Weldmar Patient and Family Support Services. To initiate appropriate action in the event of an emergency situation Organisational and Administration Responsibilities To ensure that appropriate accurate and up to date records are documented according to Weldmar policies and procedures. To ensure all other information, documentation and reporting requirements are completed including service related communication e.g. VANTAGE (Weldmars accident and incident reporting system) To work flexibly to provide cover for absent colleagues when required To participate in supervision and performance review processes Communications and Relationships To establish and maintain effective communication with other Weldmar team members and members of the wider health and social care community team. To communicate relevant information to patients and families whilst maintaining confidentiality. Communicate effectively with patients, carers and HCPs. Be able to communicate effectively with the AHP, extended MDT and outside agencies such as Social Services, CRT, DAIRS and Orthotics ensuring and facilitating continuity of delivering AHP care across the different care settings i.e. IPU, community, and outpatients. Personal and Professional Development To act in a manner to safeguard and promote the interests of individual patients. To practice safely according to all Weldmar Hospicecare policies, procedures and competencies ensuring no action or omission within the sphere of post holder responsibility is detrimental to the interests, condition or safety of the patient or their family. To continue own personal and professional development within palliative and end of life care and the provision of integrated services to patients and families. To proactively participate in opportunities for shared learning and personal and professional development

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.