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Undertake tasks appropriate to the Plumbers role as delegated by line management or helpdesk. The post holder will be expected to undertake routine maintenance and repair of a range of electro-mechanical equipment along with installation and upgrade and refurbishment of systems and services associated with a variety of systems and equipment including but not limited to: Heating systems including pump set/actuators. Hot and cold-water services including thermostatic mixing valves/strainers. Macerators Drainage systems Sanitary ware Catering water Boilers Calorifiers Advise the Line Manager of any problems or hazards likely to be encountered including existing installations that appear substandard or fail to meet current regulations as it becomes apparent. Isolate or make safe any installation that presents a danger to staff, visitors or patients to ensure highest levels of safety at all times. Undertake appropriate fault finding, investigation and testing as appropriate to the work. Ascertain and obtain materials, equipment and components that in your judgment represent value for money for the maintenance task. Keep accurate records of stock levels for stores. Undertake the work in a safe and workmanlike manner, within reasonable timescales. Post holder will only undertake financial transactions on behalf of the organisation with prior authorisation from an appointed manager or supervisor. The position is likely to necessitate training either to keep up to date with new regulations, or to implement safe systems of work. Liaise with contractors where they have been employed to work in conjunction with the work detailed to ensure efficient and effective operations. Please see the full Job Description within the supporting document section of this advert.

To contribute to clinical practice of a locality-based Public Health Nursing team, delivering the healthy child programme offer to families ensuring that the co-ordination of activity is responsive to local health needs. To provide child protection supervision to staff within the locality-based Public health nursing team and across the city. To apply specialist skills and knowledge in the delivery of the Public Health Nursing See full job description attached.

We are looking for a dynamicActivities Co-ordinatorwith a passion for delivering excellent care. Youll be working 40 hours per week across the 7 day period, including weekends / the occasional Bank Holiday, as rostered. Cygnet Alders Clinicis a 20 bed rehabilitation service providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for women with personality disorder and complex trauma needs. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day. Your day-to-day Develop, plan, implement & oversee activities, outings & events for the people in our care Prepare an activity timetable across the 7 day period. Organise and run activity groups for the people in our care Provide fun & constructive leisure time, as well as appropriate physical & emotional support Ensure the provision of staff, space & materials for all activities Encourage and motivate colleaguesto support the activity programme Oversee the creation of promotional materials for events Why Cygnet? Well offer you Strong career progression opportunities, including into management roles Monthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer support Opportunities for learning & development Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to Work scheme & employee discount savings You are... An excellent role model who knows what good care looks like Highly organised, with a positive attitudeand the ability to motivate A confident facilitatorand organiser, with the ability to run groups and individual 1:1 patient activities. Knowledgeable of suitable activities & pastimes to support mental health service users Positive in your approach to working with challenging behaviours Experienced in planning, resourcing & carrying out events & activities Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families. What next? If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply.

Clinical Duties Provide Treatment Room services and others, dependant upon Competency level. To include, but not limited to: wound care, cervical cytology, swabs, family planning such as contraceptive initiation and checks, Chronic Disease Management (Asthma, COPD, Diabetes). Screening. Undertake opportunistic screening including BP, height, weight, BMI, urinalysis, smoking status and alcohol intake. Health Promotion. Offer education and motivation for patients to change unhealthy behaviour. Recognise a patients readiness to change. Develop and maintain health promotion material. Infection Control. Ensure that the highest infection control standards are met. Emergency Management. Be competent in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques Safeguarding. Be aware of recognising the need for safeguarding children and adults, raising concerns appropriately. Administration and paperwork. Arising directly from this caseload (record-keeping, other written communications with local GP surgeries as required) and ensuring all appropriate templates and coding is completed for QOF, LCS, DES Team meetings. Essential to the delivery of team based care, contributing to discussion of clinical practice standards, developing protocols, mutual professional support for colleagues, will need to attend meetings and actively participate in these. Personal CPD (continuing professional development), a mix of in-house events, private study and external educational events are expected to remain up to date as required by your professional registration. Company-wide training. Join and engage in events to maintain a good understanding of the business needs and colleagues. Adherence to KPIs without jeopardising the safety of the patient Identify opportunities and to proactively encourage health promotion and health education to all patients To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of clinical decision making within your clinical competence To provide mentorship and support to junior staff when required To assist in the development of new models for service delivery which have a positive impact on the health economy. To participate in regular performance review with your designated Clinical Lead Clearly demonstrating at all times adherence to PHLs core values Additional reasonable duties as directed by the business that are not explicitly stated in this job description The post holder will be expected to contribute to and support the development of the service. It is expected that the post holder will: Communicate with the Governance Lead and support the delivery of a high-quality service and raise any governance issues that may arise. Work with the Service Manager to ensure training, significant events, complaints, audits, surveys and other professional service development activities are achieved to ensure the smooth running of the service.

Radiology Manager Plymouth Hospital | Radiology | Permanent contract | Full time Up to £57,000 per annum, depending on experience 37.5 hours per week We're the UK's largest Healthcare Charity and this is an exciting time for our national Diagnostic Imaging service. We've invested in state-of-the-art equipment and now we're ready to drive the standard in patient care like never before - and it starts with you. As a Radiology Manager at our Plymouth Hospital, you've worked in a similar role and you bring the relevant knowledge and qualifications. You're also HPC registered and an excellent manager of people, with a real passion for developing your team to its full potential. And you'll really relish this opportunity to help shape the future. As a Radiology Manager, you will: Make an impact at an exciting time Champion, lead and inspire your own team to provide exceptional services to patients Enjoy a relaxed and comfortable environment with excellent facilities and a real family atmosphere Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From advice on your financial and emotional wellbeing to private healthcare, gym membership and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital. The Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital is situated next to the Nuffield Health Devonshire Gym, in Derriford, Plymouth and we have been part of the Plymouth community since 1971. We have 3 main theatres - 2 laminar flow and 1 digital, a fully JAG accredited endoscopy suite, a 35-bedded ward with one 4 bedded bay and one 2 bedded bay. Our outpatients department has 12 consulting rooms with a dedicated ophthalmology suite and ENT service. We carry out treatment under a range of specialities including Orthopaedics, Plastic Surgery and Neurosurgery. We recently were rated in the top 50 hospitals in the country for our total hip replacement patient outcomes. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

To provide specialist systematic process for the assessment of children and young people referred into CAMHS. To assess, triage and prioritise referrals ensuring an equitable system and that those with urgent needs are clearly identified and needs are addressed in a timely manner. The post will require independent management of caseload with appropriate supervision and professional management, as per professional body guidelines. To provide highly specialist assessments of clients referred to CAMHS based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex information from a variety of sources including self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients and their families/carers. To provide effective and safe assessment of safeguarding concerns. Liaising and reporting to other agencies where appropriate, including the completion of safeguarding referrals and safety planning. To consider the appropriateness of CAMHS referrals in relation to agreed referral criteria and organise safe signposting as appropriate to the needs of the child/young person referred. Ensure pathways into CAMHS are accessible for children, young people and families with additional needs e.g., a learning disability. To exercise professional responsibility for the assessment, treatment, signposting and discharge of clients. To undertake risk assessment and risk management for individual clients and their families/carers. To gather comprehensive information from a range of community children/young peoples services and to liaise with services around assessment outcomes and safeguarding concerns. To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner in both written and verbal form, information concerning the assessment and treatment plans of clients referred to CAMHS. To maintain and develop skills in the area of professional pre- and post-graduate training and clinical supervision. To provide advice, consultation and training to staff working with the client group across a range of agencies and settings, where appropriate. To participate as a clinician in the development of a high quality, responsive and accessible service, including advising both service and professional management on those aspects of the service where professional and/or organisational matters need addressing. To undertake any other duties of a similar nature consistent with the responsibilities of this post in order to provide a quality CAMHS service.

To provide the first point of contact for patients accessing SHIP either in person or by telephoneTo deal with patients who may be in a distressed state and be able to advise on different courses of actionBe able to receive sensitive and complex information and convey this to the appropriate personBe able to use judgement and initiative to deal with complex, difficult situations and anxious patients Be able to take appropriate action when dealing with telephone and reception based enquiries/situations, understanding when to refer the matter/issue on To be efficient in the use of the SHiP clinical IT systems. To input, amend and modify data and information accurately and consistently within policies and proceduresTo register new patients on the system, ensuring double registration does not occurTo book new and follow up appointmentsTo send out appointment letters to those patients who are referred via GPTo process Online testing requests and returned kits, this will involve handling sampleTo prepare testing kits for patient community useEnsure accurate and up to date clinic lists are available for each clinicCreate relevant patient alerts on the system where required and ensure that all HIV, Syphilis and Hepatitis patients are identified appropriatelyEnsure patients are offered appointments in the appropriate clinic in a prompt and timely manner, supporting the service to meet national targets, specifically 48 hour access to SHiPCancel and amend clinics as directed, ensuring all cancelled appointments are rebooked and all necessary people are advised of the changesWhere advised, edit clinic sessions to allow the overbooking of clinicsRecord all patient attendances, book follow up appointments, discharge patients and close episodes as necessaryEnsure the Trusts waiting list policy is adhered to (Admin Guidance Notes) To work with all the necessary staff in order to ensure that theatre lists and outpatient clinics are fully utilised with the appropriate case mix of patientsAs directed by the clinical team remove patients who are unsure whether they wish to continue with their procedure and close the appropriate referralAssist in investigating DNAs and remove from waiting list as necessaryTo ensure that the case notes are traced accurately using iPM at all times and returned to Health Records in a timely manner Following a review of the results inform SHiP patients of negative results via SMS system To assist the line manager in training new members of staff, as requested Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job. Participate in appropriate developmental and training activitiesParticular attention is drawn to the confidential nature of this post. All patient diagnosis and treatments must be held in the strictest of confidence at all timesMaintain boundaries of confidentiality in accordance with NHS (Sexually Transmitted Diseases) Directions 2000 and UHP policy.To carry out any other clerical duties as determined by the line managerRequirement to work at a VDU screen for at least 75% of the working dayAgenda for Change Version 10AFC ID: Date:COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPSReceive and deal with confidential telephone enquiries from patients. Be able to handle patient complaintsCommunicate verbally in a sensitive and caring manner with patients including situations where patients may be distressedDemonstrate a professional, non-judgemental and helpful manner when communicating to patients and colleagues, face to face and on the telephoneProvide information to possibly distressed/anxious patients treating them with tact and sympathy

Job Summary: As a lead specialist, responsible for assessment and treatment of own specialist caseload of clients with variety of complex problems including complex trauma, dissociation, psychosis and other severe mental health problems. As a lead specialist, responsible for providing, developing and managing highly specialist psychological interventions to clients and for communicating psychological formulations and treatment plans to carers and professional colleagues. Responsible for planning, organising and auditing and developing policy and strategies for the delivery of a specialist psychology service within the multidisciplinary team. The post holder would be expected to develop specialist responsibilities and provide leadership from a psychological perspective on a specific area of expertise that balances their experience, interests, and needs of the service. Responsible for providing professional support, guidance and clinical supervision to other clinical psychology staff (clinical psychologists, assistant psychologists, trainee psychologists, MHWP, CAPS, undergraduate placement students) in the psychiatric liaison team and in other parts of the service as required by their level of experience. Responsible for the planning, delivery and clinical supervision of a specialist clinical training placement for trainees on the postgraduate Doctoral Course in Clinical Psychology from the University of Plymouth. Responsible for providing specialist consultation, advice and clinical supervision to other non-psychology staff within the service, on psychological understanding, interventions and evaluations. Responsible for developing and delivering teaching on psychological work and care for trainee clinical psychologists and qualified members of clinical psychology and other professions in Livewell Southwest. Responsible for initiating and maintaining research and development projects relevant to furthering both clinical knowledge and service evaluation and delivery. Responsible for working within the Guidelines for Professional Practice of the Health & Care Professions Council and the British Psychological Society Division of Clinical Psychology or ACP-UK, and for adhering to policies and procedures of Livewell Southwest. Responsible for participating in an annual appraisal with the SORT or CMHT Consultant Clinical Psychologist plus a team manager. Responsible for continuing professional development (CPD) in line with the annual appraisal Professional Development Plan PDP, the Knowledge and Skills Framework KSF and the HCPC requirements for CPD. Responsible for keeping aware of and being knowledgeable about current developments within the profession of clinical psychology. Responsible for keeping up to date with legislation, national directives, policies and NICE guidelines in relation to the work. Clinical Skills: To possess and practice a very high level of communication and relationship skills in situations where emotional distress, and risk of self-harm and of life-threatening behaviour can be expected. To engage clients with complex presentations in a therapeutic alliance and maintain this through periods of doubt and relapse. To work with, and support others to work with, clients with complex trauma, emotional disorders and psychosis for whom psychological expertise is required in order to provide appropriate assessment, testing, rehabilitation and/or maintain placement, contributing to the liaison with commissioners and funding managers to provide feedback and advice on such clients progress and ongoing needs. To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking into account theoretical and therapeutic models, highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group and available resources. To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological treatment and/or management of a clients cognitive, behavioural and emotional sequelae of trauma for Psychiatric Liaison clients. To be able to complete the most appropriate formal psychometric assessments with complex clients. To be able to communicate complex psychological formulations and treatment plans to the client and to appropriate professional colleagues and to family members or carers, as appropriate, so that they are understood. As part of the psychiatric liaison assessment process, to develop a psychological formulation of a clients problems that enables a healthy, holistic discussion of treatment options. To prepare and provide complex medico-legal reports and reports for housing and employing bodies. To have knowledge of and skill within several psychological models of understanding and managing behavior, including, for example, cognitive behaviour therapy, psychoanalytic psychotherapy and systemic therapy. Through consultation or case discussion with MDT colleagues, to be able to add both an understanding of psychosocial factors and offer advice as to an appropriate intervention for clients referred to the services but not on psychologists caseload. In this way support the implementation of a Trauma-Informed model throughout our services. Create and monitor effective and efficient referral criteria and pathways to Clinical Psychology from all services. To be able to manage the emotional impact of working, often one-to-one, with people who can be in crisis and who can show high levels of arousal and can be actively self-harming or suicidal. To ensure receipt of clinical and personal supervision in accordance with good practice guidelines for all clinical psychologists. Policy and Service Development: To be responsible for promoting the need to plan and develop specialist psychology services within the psychiatric liaison service. Through membership of the psychology specialty, to be responsible for contributing to the planning and development of specialist psychology services across the service. As a member of the psychiatric liaison service to be responsible for promoting the need to plan and develop the multidisciplinary response to clinical demands and expectations on it. To attend the Psychology meetings and other relevant meetings regularly. Human Resources: To be responsible for providing clinical supervision and professional support and guidance as required to Clinical Psychologists, CAPS, MHWP and trainee clinical psychologists within the service who are less experienced. To be responsible for providing clinical supervision to non clinical psychology members of the service as appropriate. To be responsible for planning and supervising the work of undergraduate psychology students on year long and short term placements. To be responsible for the supervision of the work of Assistant Psychologists. To be responsible for planning and providing a clinical training placement to trainees on the postgraduate Doctoral Course in Clinical Psychology of the University of Plymouth. This clinical placement requires liaison with Human Resources to arrange appropriate DBS checks, honorary contracts and IT access as well as completion of Livewell Southwest and service inductions. It also requires a sensitive awareness to the impact on trainees of induction to being members of a large and complex organisation as the context for learning and practising their professional skills. To teach on the postgraduate Doctoral Courses in Clinical Psychology at the University of Plymouth if required and on pre and post qualification professional courses for other disciplines represented within Livewell Southwest as required. To ensure the development, maintenance and dissemination of the highest professional standards of practice, through active participation in internal and external Continuing Professional Development - CPD training and development programmes and courses. Research and Development: To conduct and supervise research and audit and evaluation relevant to the provision of specialist psychological services for people accessing the psychiatric liaison service. To initiate and implement project management techniques and tools in order to achieve completion of evaluations, audits, research and service developments. To collaborate with University of Plymouth in setting up and conducting Doctoral level long-term research projects on psychiatric liaison, and providing teaching. To use SPSS and other packages in the analysis of data and to write up the information in a meaningful format that is accessible and understood by the target audience. To prepare and present information from audits, evaluations and research to professional audiences within and outside the organisation. To prepare papers for publication based on audit, evaluation, research and development work. To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual work and work with team members in the service and Clinical Psychology Information Technology: To contribute to the maintenance and development of office systems and procedures within clinical psychology and the wider service. To be able to use a range of software packages including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and SPSS. To be responsible for maintaining appropriate service statistics and records of work within the requirement of policies covering Care Programme Approach and its successor. To ensure that electronic CPA (and its successor) and System One and other relevant computer data bases are kept up-to-date.

The role of Partner Peer Support Worker has been developed specifically for people who have lived experience and who may of care for (or have cared for) people with mental health challenges. Through sharing wisdom from their own experiences, Peer Support Workers will inspire hope and belief in recovery and supporting others to gain a sense of control over their lives. As a highly valued member of the multi-disciplinary team, the Peer Support Worker will provide peer support and practice assistance to service users in order for them to regain control over their lives and build connections with their local communities. Based with the Perinatal Team the Peer Support Worker will work across the Perinatal and Maternal Mental Health Service pathway, and third sector partner agencies, supporting service users transition between services. The Peer Support Worker will act as a recovery advocate across mental health service pathways and act as ambassador of recovery for the trust with external agencies and partner organisations. The Peer Support Worker will be expected to be involved in the on-going development of the role. The Peer Support Worker will work alongside a number of service users on a 1:1 and group basis, reporting to the Team Manager and under the professional supervision of the Peer Support Facilitator.

Salary: £24,000 per annum + £20 per night on-call incentive Hours: Full-time (15 hours office-based, 22.5 hours field-based) Days of Work: Monday – Sunday Arrow Support, part of the Sonderwell Group, is seeking a Team Leader to lead and support a team of care workers in Plymouth. You will oversee services for adults with various needs, including learning and physical disabilities, mental health issues, and acquired brain injuries. You’ll work both in the field and office, supporting service users to live independently while also managing daily operations. Key Responsibilities: · Lead a team of support workers · Deliver hands-on care, including personal care and medication management · Coordinate rotas and maintain records · Support individuals with household tasks, social activities, and behaviour development · Supervise and ensure compliance with care standards Requirements: · Previous care and support experience (team leadership experience preferred) · Full UK/EU driving license and own vehicle · Passion for supporting vulnerable adults Benefits: · £250 refer-a-friend bonus · Paid mileage at 45p per mile · Company pension and monthly pay · Flexible rotas · Tailored training and development, including Level 2-5 apprenticeships If you’re motivated, caring, and ready to lead, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults. #Sonderwell At Arrow Support we provide person centred and individualised packages of support to adults with a variety of disabilities; this could be physical or learning disabilities to mental health issues, acquired brain injuries or addiction. Our aim is to work with individuals to ensure that everyone can lead a rewarding life as independently as possible, by achieving outcomes in supported living.

The following are the core responsibilities of the Care Navigator. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: a. Deal with all general enquiries b. Provide an effective and efficient reception service to patients and all other visitors to the practice. c. Maintaining and monitoring the practice appointment system d. Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments e. Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers request appropriately f. Signpost patients to the correct service g. Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies h. Data entry of patient registrations and relevant patient information as required i. Input data into the patients healthcare records as necessary j. Ensuring all letters, reports, results etc are scanned and filed promptly, ensuring that all recent correspondence is available when patients are seen. k. Creating clinical referrals to the District Nurse team, Community Matron and Secondary Care via the e-referral system l. Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner m. Carry out system searches as requested n. Summarise new patient medical records o. Process patient deductions via the PCSE portal p. Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times q. Monitor and maintain the reception area and notice boards r. Support all clinical staff with general tasks as requested s. Requesting patient investigations via the ICE system.

Clinical Role: To undertake a range of clinically specific duties appropriate to the delivery of client care. This includes the ability to: ECG recording according to BMG protocol Phlebotomy Spirometry Assisting doctors when fitting iuds and implants Smoking cessation advice Ear syringing Some immunisations Diabetic foot checks Dressings Removal of sutures Doppler assessments Urinalysis Hypertension and Chd management according to BMG protocol INR/ warfarin management according to BMG protocol Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses Sterilising, cleansing and maintenance of surgical equipment Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual Take part in telephone monitoring programme for vulnerable patients. Take part in any new projects that may be taken on by BMG in the future, if deemed to be suitable for the HCP role Recognise and take appropriate action when adverse measurements/observations are recorded and ensure the appropriate action is taken in a timely manner Collating information gathered from the CHD checks and ensuring prompt referrals when necessary to a practice GP or specialist nurse. Demonstrate excellent customer care skills at all times by treating clients with dignity, courtesy and respect at all times Recognise and be able to respond appropriately to challenging behaviour Recognise both your own and others level of clinical competence, responsibility and accountability to ensure safe practice, and to take appropriate action when there is a concern Take personal responsibility for keeping up-to-date with new developments and participate in clinical audit when appropriate Act as a role model by upholding and implementing good practice in the workplace, always ensuring the highest standards of evidence based care Report all accidents and incidents in accordance with company policies and procedures Be willing to undertake any training deemed appropriate for the development of the role. Communication & Working Relationships: The post-holder will establish and maintain effective communication pathways with the following : GPs within the practice Nurse Manager Lead Nurse Clinical Practice Nurses Phlebotomists Special Working Conditions: The post-holder will have contact with body fluids ie, wound exudates; urine etc while in clinical practice. The practice operates extended hours on a rota basis and the post holder may be required to work some extended hours shifts. Health and Safety: Ensure all members of staff comply with the Groups health and safety policy Carry out risk assessments to comply with current Health and Safety legislation Ensure any health and safety concerns are reported to the Operations Manager To be aware of and adhere to applicable practice rules, regulations, legislation and procedures, national legislation (Health and Safety, COSHH, Data Protection). Equality and Diversity: The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues Act in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with group processes and policies and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner that is welcoming, non-judgemental and respects the individuals circumstances, feelings, priorities and rights The details contained in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as the post develops. Governance: Identify and record risks and issues, developing contingency plans with service and contract leads Ensure the PCN is compliant with health and safety policies and procedures to reflect current best practice Ensure that the PCN board and Clinical director adhere to the governance structure as set out in the network agreement Confidentiality: To maintain confidentiality of information acquired in the course of undertaking duties for the practice.

Job responsibilities To work under the direction of a registered member of nursing staff, but at times will not have direct supervision. To carry out efficiently and effectively task and instructions assigned by the trained nurse. To undertake only those tasks for which she / he has had instruction and is competent to fulfill. To maintain confidentiality in respect of the patient / client at all times. To be aware of Health and Safety at Work Act and the implications for the work environment. To know how to report accidents and untoward incidents and to do so promptly. To ensure understanding of the patients needs and risks. To obtain knowledge of Trust policies, procedures and practices and carry out duties in accordance with them. To be aware of legal issues and have an understanding of the Mental Health Act. To support community activities either on a 1:1 basis or in small groups. To be an active member of the provision of care to the patient / client. Co-facilitate groups with qualified staff. To receive reports on patient care and be able to report back with observations to the nurse in charge within his / her competency. To be willing to participate actively in appropriate in-service training programmes which the manager believes to be of benefit to the individual. To assume co-responsibility for maintaining skills and knowledge levels. To assist the registered nurse to carry out, under direction, tasks which fulfill the patients / clients physical and psychological need, as identified in the Care Plan / Assessment. Escort patients to other wards / departments or other areas designated by trained staff, which may include the community. Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating care to patients. This to include participation in case review and assessment for admission / discharge process. Make appropriate records in the multi-disciplinary patient file / electronic records, which will then be counter signed by a registered nurse. To assist the patients personal care and record patients observations in accordance with the Care Plan. Record and manage patients property. Undertake specific responsibilities designated by the Ward Manager. To undertake mandatory and other training as directed by the Trust. To participate in continuing role / personal development using the appraisal system. To receive line management support and supervision. To contribute to any audit process. To behave in a manner which does not bring the Trust into disrepute. This job description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and his / her manager. This job will be reviewed within the appraisal process on an annual basis. The post holder is required to conform to Livewell South West policies on Health, Safety, Fire procedures, record keeping and confidentiality. To undertake annual competency assessment appropriate to the role

Job Title: Medical Secretary 18 hours per week JOB PURPOSE To ensure that all secretarial duties are carried out efficiently, and to assist the Partnership in providing a high quality service. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 1 Audio typing of practice documents 2 To attend meetings when required to take shorthand notes. 3 To confer with hospital secretaries concerning expedition of appointments, discharge letters, and results of investigations. 4 To answer queries from hospital departments. 5 Direct patients to appropriate services 6 To assist with patients telephone / personal enquiries regarding hospital appointments, referrals etc. 7 To expedite information on hospital appointments, laboratory, and X-Ray results. Noting records and informing patient of outcome. ADMINISTRATION 1 Audio typing of referral letters. 2 Type up Reports/minutes of meetings. 3 Online access applications 4 This list is not exhaustive INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 1 To have a working knowledge of all aspects of the systems necessary to the job. 2 To ensure the security policy is adhered to. HEALTH AND SAFETY 1 Take reasonable care of themselves and others at work. 2 Co-operate with the practice as far as is necessary to enable them to carry out their legal duty. 3 Not to intentionally or recklessly interfere with anything provided; including personal protective equipment, for health and safety or welfare at work. Any other duties requested by Partners, Practice Management Team or Senior team. This job description may need to be reviewed or revised from time to time as the practice develops.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities of the Post The post holder will liaise with patients, health professionals and other agencies as required. Communication and Relationship Skills. The post holder will liaise with patients, health professionals and other agencies as required. The post holder will have excellent communication skills, be aware of the importance of maintaining confidentiality. The post holder will ensure prompt updating of the electronic record keeping system in relation to staff/patient activities and will input data into the computer system regarding referrals, episodes, contacts and discharges in line with existing policies. The post holder will co-ordinate staff activities and keep team diary up to date. The post holder will have the ability to receive information and ensure it is passed on as appropriate. The post holder will have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively over the telephone within the boundaries of confidentiality. The post holder will maintain accurate, timely electronic records and ensure that they are kept safely in accordance with LWSW polices, including the Data Protection Act (1998) and the LWSW Confidentiality Policy.The post holder will demonstrate a positive attitude to mental health, attending to patients with respect and courtesy. Knowledge, Training and Experience The post holder will be responsible for updating knowledge and skills, including LWSW mandatory training and adhere to policy and legislation relating to the team and the post. To support staff in keeping up to date records of all staff training, collate information and provide the training department with regular report. Analytical and Judgement Skills Ability to deal with emergency telephone calls and act as appropriate with the support and supervision of qualified nursing/medical staff. Planning and Organisational Skills The post holder will have the ability to plan and prioritise their own workload on a day-to-day basis. The post holder will attend, minute and take part in multi-disciplinary team meetings The post holder will have the ability to plan meetings and accommodation as required. The post holder will have the ability to liaise with other services to arrange appointments. The post holder will be responsible for keeping information and resources kept on notice boards up to date. Physical Skills The post holder will have competent keyboard skills. Responsibilities To take responsibility for the allocation of work and ensure it is completed within given timescales, working with the administration and clerical teams to ensure continuity of service. To assist in the recruitment and selection of administration and clerical staff. To manage diaries for doctors. To train new admin and clerical staff members as required. To ensure the provision of a quality administration service to all members of the multi-disciplinary team, incorporating the production of letters, assessments, and client case notes and other service related documentation. To ensure local policies and procedures are adhered to as well as LWSW policies and procedures. To assist in the projection, management and development of new admin and clerical systems and processes as and when required ensuring the service runs effectively. To provide general administrative and secretarial support to the Liaison Psychiatry Team, Team Manager and duty Medic/Consultant, including prompt updating of electronic record keeping system in relation to staff/patient activities and will input data into computer system regarding referrals, episodes, contacts and discharges in line with existing policies. The post holder will be based at Derriford Hospital but might require traveling across locality. The post holder will provide typing, filing, ordering stationary, arranging and contributing to meetings including taking minutes. The post holder will be able to work flexible hours across 7 days a week. The post holder will need to have the basic knowledge and skills to be able to audio type dictation from the Consultant/Medics.