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Clinical Fellow in Palliative Medicine

Job Title

Clinical Fellow in Palliative Medicine

Location

Heald Green

Salary

£42,008per annum

Hours

Up to Ten Programmed activities in total including 1 in 5 weeknights and weekends on call

Contract

Permanent

Introduction

At St Ann’s Hospice, there’s one thing that motivates us and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses.

We’re looking for a senior clinical decision maker who can provide advice, clinical, operational and strategic leadership to the community specialist palliative care team.

The Role

The Clinical Fellow will:

Be responsible for maintenance of the highest possible standard of medical care for patients
Assist in the daily management of patients on the inpatient unit including practical procedures such as venepuncture and intravenous infusions
Undertake initial and ongoing assessments on the inpatient unit, using the electronic patient record with senior doctor support and supervision
Participate in regular consultant led ward rounds
Support may also be provided to the Being You Centre, where medical assessments are required
Work closely with members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team enabling a holistic approach to patient care
Participate in education, training, audit , quality improvement and research activities
Undertake appropriate Continuing Professional Development, appraisal and revalidation activities
Liaise with, and provide advice to members of the Primary Healthcare Team concerning admissions and the 24-hour advice line
Be involved in the provision of 1 in 5 first on call at Heald Green with Consultant second on-call. First on-call will involve non-resident on-call in the evenings and a ward round at the weekend

Requirements

Essential Criteria

Be fully registered with the GMC

Have an MBBS or equivalent qualification

Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience since qualifying / graduation

Demonstrate acquisition of the level of knowledge and skills necessary for the completion of F2 within 2 years of intended start date

Have a breadth of clinical experience (e.g. oncology, elderly care, general medical specialties)

The Clinical Fellow will be able to:

communicate clearly and sensitively with patients, families and colleagues
Be sensitive to patients’ spiritual and psychological needs
Understand the importance of audit, research and quality improvement in the continuing development of clinical practice
Show awareness of their own limitations
Teach undergraduates and other health professionals
Demonstrate organisational skills and an ability to prioritise
Have multidisciplinary team working skills, a specific interest in palliative medicine and a desire to develop skills further
Demonstrate a breadth of experience in clinical practice
Ideally have had personal involvement in audit, research or quality improvement
Demonstrate a knowledge of the importance of clinical governance
Show an understanding of voluntary sector funding and organization
Attend the hospice within 45-60 minutes when on call
Use a non-judgemental approach to patients and colleagues
Show IT skills to manage the electronic patient record, clinical systems and Microsoft Office
Meet professional health requirements

Job Summary

We have an established medical team with links to Salford Royal, Manchester, and Stockport Foundation Trusts. We provide medical care to the 18 beds at Heald Green and 18 beds at Little Hulton but also support the Being You Centre, Outpatient Services and a 24-hour advice line.

We are developing our medical workforce to meet the demands of a modern specialist palliative care unit and have an exciting opportunity to appoint to a Clinical Fellow post across the organisation.

This post will play an integral role in delivering holistic care to our patients on the inpatient unit and supporting in audit and quality improvement activities.

This post is primarily based at the Heald Green site. There may be occasions where you are required to work cross-site.

Key Benefits

35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
Health cash plan
Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution
Life cover
Free parking
Discounted lunches on site
Flexibility to fit your work around your home life
Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Click here to apply.

Please contact David Waterhouse on 0161 43178136 for more information.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

Closing date: 14th May 2025

Interview date: 2nd June 2025

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Personal Assistant to Clinical Leaders

Are you self-motivated, experienced, passionate and innovative in providing PA support?
Are you able to provide an effective administrative and secretarial demonstrating effective communication skills, a flexible approach and an ability to work under pressure, both as part of a team and independently?
Are you passionate about the hospice sector and motivated to support clinical leaders to lead and deliver outstanding specialist palliative care?
Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

Location

Heald Green with some cross site working at Little Hulton required.

Salary

Band 4 Competency Based Framework, £26,541 – £29,114 per annum (pro rata).

Hours

37.5 hours per week.

Contract

This is a fixed-term position due to increased demands on clinical leaders, driven in part by the transition to the new build.

Timescales

Closing date: 8th April 2025

Interview date: 16th April 2025

(We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined)

Introduction

At St Ann’s, there’s one thing that motivates us, and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting illnesses,we are looking forward to continue that care and sustaining St Ann’s for future generations.

Our patients lie at the heart of everything we do and we need talented and committed people to provide their care and to ensure St Ann’s is fit for the future.

This is an exciting time to join an ambitious, much loved charity and help us achieve our goals. If you’re looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

The personal assistant (PA) will be a key member of the clinical leadership team supporting Clinical Leaders in ensuring that the aims and objectives of the organisation are met.

The PA will need to be able to manage multiple competing demands, prioritise effectively, maintain strict confidentiality and be proactive within their role.

Requirements

The Personal Assistant will have:

Extensive PA/Administrative experience with a high level of competence acquired through both training and experience.
Appropriate Secretarial qualifications e.g. RSA Stage 3 or equivalent
Ideally have RSA shorthand 80/100 WPM or equivalent
Excellent Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Key Benefits

35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
Health cash plan
Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution
Life cover
Free parking
Discounted lunches on site
Flexibility to fit your work around your home life
Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
IIP accredited employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Click here to apply.

Please contact Emma Barclay, Head of Clinical Services on 0161 498 3617 for an informal chat.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

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Registered Nurse

Are you committed to caring for our patients, families, carers and others who are important to them? You must be passionate about our patients and be committed to change and supporting the organisation in delivering specialist palliative care to our patients.

Can you demonstrate an interest or previous experience in palliative care? Applications are welcome from other specialities, e.g. heart failure, COPD, dementia nursing.

Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

Are you able to communicate effectively with dignity and respect to all patients, relatives, staff and others, giving consideration to potential barriers to understanding?

Applications are welcome from other specialities, e.g. heart failure, COPD, dementia nursing.

Location

Little Hulton

Salary

Band 5 Competency Based Framework, £29,970- £36,911per annum (pro rata).

Enhancements of between 30% and 60% for weekend, bank holidays, unsocial hours

Hours

23-37.5 hours per week, including nights.

Contract

Permanent

Closing date: 12th March 2025

Interview date: 20th March 2025

(We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined)

Introduction

Our patients lie at the heart of everything we do and we need talented and committed people to provide their care and to ensure St Ann’s is fit for the future.

The Role

The Staff Nurse will assess, plan, evaluate and deliver all relevant aspects of specialist palliative and supportive patient care in a caring, compassionate and sensitive manner.

The Staff Nurse plays an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team and has strong working relationships with other healthcare providers.

The Staff Nurse assists in the management and organisation of work as required, ensuring effective communication and the maintenance of high standards of quality patient care on a shift basis.

The Staff Nurse plays a key role in the supervision and assessment of all learners and unregistered staff, providing a teaching role and acting as a named mentor.

As a Staff Nurse, we can offer career opportunities through our unique competency based framework.

St Ann’s delivers a service across three sites. Whilst you will have a specific base, there may be occasions where you are required to provide cross-site / service cover.

The Person

The Staff Nurse will:

Take overall responsibility for the coordination and safe effective management of the Inpatient Unit (IPU) on a shift-by-shift basis as delegated by the IPU Manager / Sister / Charge Nurse.

Undertake comprehensive health care needs assessment of patients, reassessing as appropriate.

Collaborate with other health care professionals in the delivery of high standards of effective holistic care.

Lead on the delivery of specialist palliative and supportive care, ensuring individual care needs are assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated.

Use professional judgement when assessing patient needs / problems and investigations requiring analysis and intervention.

Organise own time and that of junior learners.

Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy.

Ensure that patient information is communicated to the appropriate professional(s) of the multi-disciplinary team.

Practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct, the hospice values, policies and procedures and professional guidelines in order that a safe and quality service is provided.

Communicate effectively with dignity and respect to all patients, relatives, staff and others giving consideration to potential barriers to understanding.

Work towards the achievement of the shared goals of the patient and multidisciplinary team by collaboration to ensure that best practice is achieved utilising both clinical bench marking and Evidence Based Practice to achieve this.

Undertake practice sensitive to the individualised needs of all patients.

Administration of medicines and treatments in line with NMC and hospice policy.

Be actively involved with all aspects of admission and discharge, engaging with other agencies and community teams to ensure a safe, individualised approach based on the assessment of needs.

Undertake clinical skills with dexterity and accuracy to improve the patient experience and journey (e.g. venipuncture, cannulation, etc.)

Be competent in the correct use of all equipment used in the clinical setting in accordance with instruction and departmental procedures, reporting any faults as necessary.

Maintain accurate, contemporaneous electronic patient records in line with hospice policy and NMC Code of Conduct.

Maintain own CPD in accordance with requirements and contribute to formulation of own objectives and personal development plan.

In conjunction with the IPU Manager / Sister / Charge Nurse, contribute to the delivery of orientation programmes and induction for new starters and learners.

Actively contribute and participate in the hospice clinical governance agenda.

Act as a link nurse and resource for other nursing staff for a specific area of patient care.

Experience

Essential

The Staff Nurse will be able to:
Work as part of a team.
Problem solve.
Demonstrate awareness of own limitations.
Organise workload and delegate tasks as appropriate.
Effectively organise.

Qualifications

Essential

The Staff Nurse have:
Current 1st level Registration.
Current right to work in the UK- NO SPONSERSHIPS AVAILABLE
Evidence of continuing professional development.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Relevant post registration palliative care experience.

Desirable

Teaching and Assessing Certificate.

Critical

Essential

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK NO SPONSERSHIP AVAILABLE

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Key Benefits

35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
Free parking
Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution. Ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contribution’s into the scheme in the previous 12 months).
Life cover (Scottish Widows Pension scheme)
Employee Assistance Programme
Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rate for part-time)
Heath cash plan
Discounted lunches on site
Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
IIP accredited employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

If this role sounds like you and you want to make a real difference for a much-loved charity, please click here to apply via NHS Jobs.

Please contact James Humphries on 0161 702 5417 for an informal chat.

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Advanced Physiotherapist – Development Post (INTERNAL ONLY)

Job Title

Advanced Physiotherapist – Development Post (INTERNAL ONLY)

Job Details

Location: Cross-site – Little Hulton and Heald Green
Department: Rehab Team
Date posted: 15th August 2024
Closing date: 30th August 2024
Interview date: TBC

Salary

Band 6 (£38,241- £43,897, per annum, pro rata) for first year in post. Hospice Band 7 (£45,808 – £51,558, per annum, pro rata.) after one year and successful completion of agreed competencies.

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm, 37.5 hours

Contract

Permanent

Contact

Frances Brown

Email: fbrown@sah.org.uk

Tel: 0161 498 3659

Job Summary

An exciting internal physiotherapist development opportunity has arisen in the Rehabilitation Team as part of succession planning and development of the workforce within Clinical Services.

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

Band 6

The physiotherapist will be a key member of the multidisciplinary team; they will be a role model for clinical staff, demonstrating a professional and proactive approach to providing rehabilitative advice and support to patients with life limiting illnesses.
The physiotherapist will work with rehabilitation team colleagues to deliver a physiotherapy service at the Little Hulton Site. They will need to be able to prioritise and work efficiently to ensure the complex needs of in patients and outpatients are met in a timely manner.
The physiotherapist will actively participate in developing cross site physiotherapy services at the hospice.
The physiotherapist will be aware of and deliver services in line with best practice guidelines and the requirements of the care quality commission in order to ensure the aims and objectives of the organisation are met.

Band 7

The post holder will be responsible for contributing to the effective delivery of physiotherapy services to inpatients and outpatients at the hospice.
The postholder will carry out clinical duties in accordance with hospice policies, procedures and standards.
The post holder must act in accordance with professional Codes of Conduct at all times and will contribute and work collaboratively with the wider MDT in line with the clinical and hospice strategy, values and business objectives.
The post holder will deliver specialist clinical services as a Physiotherapist.
St Ann’s delivers a service across two sites and the post holder will complete physiotherapy interventions at both sites. There will therefore be occasions where you are required to travel and provide cross-site cover.

The Person

Have you got what it takes?

Are you an experienced band 6 Physiotherapist working in Palliative Care and keen to develop your skills further to become an advanced practitioner?
Can you demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member, managing competing priorities?
You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague.
Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motivated by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

Please see attached competency framework documents required to be achieved for progression to Advanced Physiotherapist after one year.

Key Benefits

35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rate for part-time)
Heath cash plan
Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution
Life cover
Free parking
Employee Assistance Programme

Application

If this role sounds like you and you want to make a real difference for a much loved charity, please click here.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice.

Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

Closing Date: 30/08/2024

Interview Date: TBC

Advanced Physiotherapist – Development Post (INTERNAL ONLY)

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Outpatient Clinical Services Secretary

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Have you got what it takes?

Are you a good communicator with excellent administrative skills?
Can you demonstrate the ability to work within a team and also manage your own workload efficiently and effectively?
You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague
Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

Contract: We are pleased to be able to offer this post as a part- time permanent position

Salary: St Ann’s Band 3 £22,893 -£24,397 pro rata, Competency Based Framework.

Working pattern: 22.5 hours per week Monday – Wednesday 9am-5pm

Based at: Cross Site, Heald Green and Little Hulton

Free Car Parking at both St Ann’s Sites

Please contact Anne Shepherd on 0161 702 5434 for an informal chat.

How to apply: To apply for this position, please click here.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. St Ann’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

Closing Date: 7th January 2024
Interview Date: 16th January 2024 @ Heald Green

Outpatient Clinical Services Secretary

Trainee Outpatient Assistant Practitioner ( Internal Only)

This opportunity is part of an Apprenticeship scheme and the postholder will undertake the Health & Social Care Assistant Practitioner (Health) Higher Apprenticeship, Level 4 during the first 2 years in post. On successful completion of this, they will be appointed to the Band 4, Outpatient Assistant Practitioner position.

Have you got what it takes?

Do you have you experience to deliver specialist/individualised palliative care in an outpatient setting?
Are you committed to engage in a two-year apprenticeship programme?
Do you have the skills required to facilitate support to patients in a group setting and the confidence to promote and discuss Being You Centre and other hospice services externally?
You must be passionate about our patients, be committed to change and supporting the organisation in delivering specialist palliative care and committed to and motivated by our values.

Contract: We are pleased to be able to offer this post as a fixed term contract. Permanent on successful completion of apprenticeship. This is for internal candidates only

Salary: St Ann’s Band 3 (£22,893 -£24,3970 Competency Based Framework, pro rata, for the duration of training. Band 4 on successful completion of the training programme.

Working pattern: 30 Hours per week, pro rata

Based at: Cross Site, Heald Green and Little Hulton

Free Car Parking at both St Ann’s Sites

Please contact Amanda Connors on 0161 498 3612 for an informal chat.

Dependent on your current role, an Enhanced DBS Check may be required, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. St Ann’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

How to apply: To apply for this position, please click here.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

Closing Date: 12th November 2023
Interview Date: 21st November 2023

Trainee Outpatient Assistant Practitioner ( Internal Only)

Outpatient Clinical Services Secretary

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Have you got what it takes?

Are you a good communicator with excellent administrative skills?
Can you demonstrate the ability to work within a team and also manage your own workload efficiently and effectively?
You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague
Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

Contract: We are pleased to be able to offer this post as a part- time permanent position

Salary: St Ann’s Band 3 £22,893 -£24,397 pro rata, Competency Based Framework.

Working pattern: 22.5 hours per week Monday – Wednesday

Based at: Cross Site, Heald Green and Little Hulton

Free Car Parking at both St Ann’s Sites

Please contact Anne Shepherd on 0161 702 5434 for an informal chat.

How to apply: To apply for this position, please click here.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

Closing Date: 19th November 2023
Interview Date: 23rd November 2023

Outpatient Clinical Services Secretary

Deputy Head of Clinical Services (Internal Only)

An exciting opportunity has arisen following a review of the leadership structure of Clinical Services.

A new position of Deputy Head of Clinical Services has been introduced, reporting to the Head of Clinical Services and CQC Registered Manager.

The post holder will work within the policy framework of the hospice in the provision of specialist palliative and supportive care by ensuring that the work of clinical services meets the aims and objectives of the organisation.

Have you got what it takes?

Are you a registered nurse with experience relevant to the fields of palliative care, community services and long-term condition management?
Can you demonstrate experience in leading and managing teams?
Have you got experience of service development and change management?
You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague
Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Ann’s

Contract: We are pleased to be able to offer this post as a part-time permanent position

Salary: St Ann’s Hospice Band 8a, Competency Based Framework, £50,952-£57,349 pro rata per annum.

Working pattern: 22.5 hours per week over 3 days.

Based at: Cross Site

Free Car Parking at both St Ann’s Sites

How to apply: Internal Candidates Only. To apply please Click here

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

Please contact Emma Barclay on 0161 498 3617 for an informal chat.

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. St Ann’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

Closing date: October 18, 2023

Interview date: October 26,2023