Allied Health Professionals Specialist Dietitian Langbaurgh House - Specialist Weight Management (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 26,302-35,225 pro-rata Hours Per Week: 7.5 hours per week Job Type: Fixed term Reference: 328-CD-0066 Closing Date: 08 Jun 2016 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time dietitian to join the Specialist Weight Management Service (SWMS) and increase their skills and experience in this rapidly growing specialty. The SWMS is a Tier 3 MDT service consisting of Consultant Endocrinologists, a GP with Specialist Interest, Clinical Psychologists, Dietitians, Physiotherapists and Health Trainers. Since it s beginning approximately 10 years ago the SWMS has grown quickly and now provides a Tier 3 service to the areas of Hartlepool, Stockton-On-Tees, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Whitby, Hambleton and Richmondshire. This new post comes as a result of additional CCG funding due to increased referrals to the SWMS which is a testament to the success and popularity of the service. The successful applicant will be responsible for running the SWMS dietetic service at one of the community venues and may also be required to provide cover at other venues. The successful applicant will have previous experience of working in the NHS as a dietitian and possess good written and verbal communication skills and be able to demonstrate excellent team working skills. Applicants should have all necessary qualifications and registration with the HCPC. Previous experience of working with obese patients and/or in the area of weight management will be advantageous. For informal enquiries please contact Denise Whatmore (Service Administrator) on 01287 284479 or Jordan Barnard (SWMS Clinical Lead) on 01287 284481. Page 1 03/06/2016
Physiotherapist Middlesbrough - Physiotherapy (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 26,302-35,225 Per Annum Hours Per Week: 37.5 Hours per week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-CD-0063 Closing Date: 09 Jun 2016 Inpatient Orthopaedics and Orthopaedics and Rheumatology Outreach (Treating patients in an acute ward setting and also in their place of residence within the community) South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Physiotherapy Department is seeking to appoint a dynamic and motivated Physiotherapist with excellent clinical skills. The post holder will be working within the field of Orthopaedics and Rheumatology, treating patients in an acute ward setting and also in the community within their place of residence. The post will be linked closely to the Orthopaedics and Trauma Ward Physiotherapy Team, Orthopaedic Discharge Team, and the Orthopaedic & Rheumatology Outpatient Physiotherapy Teams. The successful applicant will have appropriate post graduate clinical experience and will have completed relevant core rotations. In addition they will have a high level of communication and organisational skills and will be motivated in developing this new and exciting post within the changing NHS environment. The post holder will be expected to oversee the work of a Physiotherapy Assistant within the Outreach aspect of the post and Junior Physiotherapy staff and Physiotherapy Assistants within the acute ward based aspect of the post. They will work closely with and be supported by the Senior Specialist Physiotherapist in the acute Orthopaedics and Trauma and the Senior Specialist Physiotherapist in the Orthopaedic Discharge Team and will be instrumental in supporting the development of the Outreach Service. We offer a musculoskeletal in-service training programme and staff are encouraged and supported in their continuous professional development through workshops, journal clubs and clinical supervision. If you would like more information or to come to visit South Tees for an informal chat, please contact Mrs Angela Woods, Senior Specialist Physiotherapist for the Orthopaedic Discharge Team on 01642 835958 or Miss Susan Walters, Senior Specialist Physiotherapist for Orthopaedics and Trauma on 01642 850850 bleep 1661. Page 2 03/06/2016
Specialist Physiotherapy Middlesbrough - Physiotherapy (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 26,302-35,225 Pro Rata Hours Per Week: 30 Hours per week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-CD-0060 Closing Date: 05 Jun 2016 Interview Date: 24/06/2016 South Tees Hospital Trust is one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in the country and we have physiotherapists working in all major specialties within the hospital. An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the Therapy team providing input onto the elderly care wards within James Cook University Hospital. The post holder will be the static senior physio within the team supported by rotational band 6 & 5 physios and working closely with the occupational therapists within the same team. The team are also currently supporting a new pilot, The Rapid Access Frailty Assessment (RAFA) unit within the Trust as part of a national Acute frailty network project for which South Tees is one of only 10 participating Trusts in the country. Therefore this is an exciting opportunity for someone to be part of a national project ensuring frail older patients receive a comprehensive Geriatric assessment on admission to hospital with the aim of enabling discharge home within 48 hours. Applications are invited from experienced Physiotherapists with an interest and enthusiasm for working in a fast paced acute elderly care Therapy service. Please also be aware that this post does not include on-call duties. Successful applicants will be part of the wider Integrated Therapy service across South Tees and Hambleton and Richmondshire and will receive a comprehensive induction programme. Staff are also encouraged and supported in their continuous professional development through in-service training, workshops, and clinical supervision, both operationally and professionally. If you would like more information please contact Sarah Watson Therapy Manager, The James Cook University Hospital Tel: 01642 854791. Page 3 03/06/2016
Occupational therapist Redcar - Integrated therapies (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 21,909-28,462 Per Annum Hours Per Week: 37.5 Hours per week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-CD-0062 Closing Date: 07 Jun 2016 Interview Date: 16/06/2016 Excellent opportunities for anyone interested and committed to rehabilitation in the community. South Tees Clinical Commissioning Group and South Tees Hospitals NHS Trust Integrated Therapies are working together to improve community rehabilitation services, ensuring that the local population across Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland receive therapy close to home. As a result, there has been significant investment in staffing and training, meaning that services can be delivered by the right therapist in the right place at the right time. We are looking for enthusiastic therapists to join our community teams to develop the rehabilitation service. Come and be at the start of something big, where Independence Matters and your skills are valued. We are currently recruiting to static Band 5 OT posts for our integrated teams. These posts are suitable for Band 5 OTs who have post-graduate experience in a range of areas and are looking to develop a specialist interest in community practice. Inpatient: Working in Primary Care Hospitals on a 7 day rolling rota, you will provide rehabilitation to people with a wide range of conditions, following appropriate patients out into the community and linking closely with domiciliary rehab and reablement teams. Domiciliary: Working in the community, you will provide rehabilitation in patients own homes and group settings, working closely with statutory and voluntary services to promote and maintain independence. You will also contribute to the rapid response admission avoidance service, which covers 7 days a week 0800-2000. As services are delivered 7 days a week and over a wide geographical area, there is the expectation that you will have an ability to work flexibly across 7 days a week as required and travel independently throughout the localities. For further information, please contact Karen Crabtree (Occupational Therapy Lead) on telephone number 07500 785936 or via email at karen.crabtree@nhs.net Page 4 03/06/2016
Diabetes Specialist Podiatrist Middlesbrough - Podiatry (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 31,383-41,373 Hours Per Week: Various Hours Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-CD-0061 Closing Date: 09 Jun 2016 Diabetes Specialist Podiatrists Band 7 4 posts 2.2 wte permanent 0.6 wte secondment fixed term for 1 year As a result of an exciting service transformation an opportunity has arisen to expand our highly respected team of hospital based podiatrists. We are seeking to employ dedicated and motivated podiatrists with a passion for improving the care for patients with diabetes and providing education and expertise to enable others to do the same The post holders will have a key role in the Diabetes Foot Multidisciplinary Team at The James Cook University Hospital and satellite clinics. The role will involve working in both the inpatient and outpatient acute settings and also providing care in the wider community. We are looking for HCPC registered podiatrists with: Significant post graduate experience of managing the diabetic foot and proven knowledge and clinical skills necessary to assess, diagnose (including interpretation of blood results and x-rays), develop and implement individual care plans based upon best practice Experience of service development, including implementation of integrated pathways of care. Experience of delivering training, mentorship and supervision to junior staff and the wider diabetes team. Ability to work alongside other professionals in the MDT and ability to work alone with tight timescales and deadlines, the ability to prioritise workload based on clinical need. Ability to recognise own scope of practice and refer appropriately to other specialists in a timely manner to ensure the best possible outcome for patients. This post requires you to travel across South of Tees and therefore access to suitable transport is essential. Interviews will be held on 7th July 2016 For an informal Discussion about this post please contact: Lisa Denning Head of Podiatry and Orthotics Services Telephone: 01642 737806 Email: lisa.denning@nhs.net Page 5 03/06/2016
Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough - Cardiac Investigations Unit (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 31,383-41,373 Hours Per Week: 37.5 hours per week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-SC-0031 Closing Date: 16 Jun 2016 We are looking for someone with the full range of expertise in electrophysiology and implantable devices to join our cardiac rhythm management team. As a major tertiary cardiology centre, we perform simple and complex electrophysiology, with 3D mapping and AF ablation; implant over 500 devices a year, including ICDs, biventricular pacemakers/icds and implantable loop devices. We run daily follow-up clinics, including home monitoring for our ICD and loop device patients. We have a modern, well-equipped and integrated department, with a dedicated EP lab and 3-bedded pacemaker clinic, as well as cardiac catheter labs, fully digital echo suite and all the other facilities you would expect in a progressive cardiac investigations unit. With our own seminar room, departmental library and programme of educational and training events, we provide an excellent learning environment as well as a great place to work. If you are enthusiastic and keen to develop your own skills, and also have a desire to teach others, then get in touch. Please phone Ezra May CRM Services Coordinator or Sajdah McCormack Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist on 01642 854607. Page 6 03/06/2016
Students Traineeship - Healthcare & Administrative Support Middlesbrough - Corporate (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: None Job Type: Voluntary Reference: 328-TRAINEESHIP Closing Date: 14 Jun 2016 Voluntary Contract: 1 week Induction followed by 12 week in-work placement An exciting opportunity has arisen to undertake a Traineeship within South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for a caring and compassionate person who is keen to start a career in Healthcare and Administration support role within the National Health Service. For programme information please refer to the South Tees LRI Widening Participation website. For career information please refer to the Step into the NHS website. About You As a Traineeship Client you will be trained in the full range of our Healthcare or office procedures. You will enjoy meeting with and helping others and therefore have a desire to provide a high standard of customer service. You must have the ability to follow instructions and have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. You will be confident, have a mature and flexible approach, be a good time keeper and have the ability to work unsupervised to ensure the effective coordination of duties. The Traineeship Programme offers the opportunity to develop your work skills and knowledge over a 13 week period to increase chances of gaining employment. The programme starts with a 1 week Induction that will ensure that you receive all the training you need to be able to begin work and seek employment within the Trust. While on programme you will be given the opportunity to attend an interview for the Trusts Apprenticeship Scheme. Entry Requirements * 2 GCSEs *A D or level 1 in English and maths (or equivalent) * NO Level 3 qualifications or above (Level 3 = 2 x A-Levels) * Unemployed or employed 16 hours or less weekly * Not in school or further education (i.e. college, university) * Have little or no experience in selected area (Healthcare/Admin) * Aged 16 to 24 years old * Able to commit to 30 hours per week (between 7:30am and 5pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) for 13 weeks * Able to commit to the dates stated below you must attend all first 4 stages to be considered for programme Programme dates: Suitability Interviews Between 4th and 8th July 2016 Dept Interviews Page 7 03/06/2016
From 14th July 2016 (datestbc) Induction 8th - 12th August 2016 Placement start 15th August 2016 Placement end 4th November 2016 Completing the Application Form Please follow the advice below on completing an application: Qualifications: Enter all your qualifications; remember to enter the topic and the pass grade you achieved/predicted. Employment History: Include all employment history and any work experience placements you have done via school, as well as any voluntary, unpaid or paid work you have done. Explain what you have done, and what you have learnt. Supporting Information: Include anything you feel might be relevant for example you may want to include details of any hobbies; sports and leisure activities or social groups that you belong to. Try to think how anything you have done in the past might help you in this role, for example: * As a member of a football or netball team, you will have learnt, team working; commitment; timekeeping; coaching and support for team members, taking instruction from the team coach etc. * As a member of your local art or chess group you will have skills in attention to detail, ability to plan ahead and ability to organise yourself. * If you have done any course work for an exam, you will have planning and organising skills, as well as knowledge of researching and checking work. * If you have completed assignments on a computer you will have IT and keyboard skills. This advert may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. If interested please apply for this post as soon as possible For further details contact Jessica Bailey on jessica.bailey@stees.nhs.uk Page 8 03/06/2016
Prospect - Healthcare & Administrative Support Middlesbrough - Corporate (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 0 Job Type: Voluntary Reference: 328-PROSPECT Closing Date: 14 Jun 2016 Voluntary Contract: 1 week Induction followed by 12 week in-work placement An exciting opportunity has arisen to undertake a Prospect Placement within South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for a caring and compassionate person who is keen to start a career in Healthcare and Administration support role within the National Health Service. Useful Information For programme information please refer to the South Tees LRI Widening Participation website. For career information please refer to the Step into the NHS website. About You As a Prospect Client you will be trained in the full range of our Healthcare or office procedures. You will enjoy meeting with and helping others and have a desire to provide a high standard of customer service. You must have the ability to follow instructions and have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. You will be confident, have a mature and flexible approach, be a good time keeper and have the ability to work unsupervised to ensure the effective coordination of duties. The Prospect Programme offers the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge over a 13 week period to increase chances of gaining employment. The programme starts with a 1 week Induction that will ensure that you receive all the training you need to be able to begin work and seek employment within the Trust. While on programme you will be given the opportunity to attend an interview for the Trusts Apprenticeship Scheme. Entry Requirements * 2 GCSEs *A D or level 1 in English and maths (or equivalent) * Unemployed and in receipt of benefits (Job Seekers Allowance or Income Support) * Able to commit to 30 hours per week (between 7:30am and 5pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) for 13 weeks * Able to commit to the dates stated below you must attend all first 4 stages to be considered for programme * Open to ages 19+ Programme dates: Suitability Interviews Between 4th and 8th July 2016 Dept Interviews From 14th July 2016 (dates TBC) Page 9 03/06/2016
Induction 8th - 12th August 2016 Placement start 15th August 2016 Placement end 4th November 2016 Completing the Application Form Please follow the advice below on completing an application: Qualifications: Enter all your qualifications; remember to enter the topic and the pass grade you achieved/predicted. Employment History: Include all employment history and any work experience placements you have done via school, as well as any voluntary, unpaid or paid work you have done. Explain what you have done, and what you have learnt. Supporting Information: Include anything you feel might be relevant for example you may want to include details of any hobbies; sports and leisure activities or social groups that you belong to. Try to think how anything you have done in the past might help you in this role, for example: * As a member of a football or netball team, you will have learnt, team working; commitment; timekeeping; coaching and support for team members, taking instruction from the team coach etc. * As a member of your local art or chess group you will have skills in attention to detail, ability to plan ahead and ability to organise yourself. * If you have done any course work for an exam, you will have planning and organising skills, as well as knowledge of researching and checking work. * If you have completed assignments on a computer you will have IT and keyboard skills. This advert may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. If interested please apply for this post as soon as possible. For further details contact Jessica Bailey on jessica.bailey@stees.nhs.uk Page 10 03/06/2016
Additional Clinical Services Therapy Assistant Omega Business Park - Falls & Osteoporosis (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 16,800-19,655 pro-rata Hours Per Week: 36 hours per week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-CC-0039 Closing Date: 08 Jun 2016 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Falls Service. The Therapy Assistant will work as part of the multi-disciplinary Specialist Falls Team covering Hambleton and Richmondshire. The post holder will be responsible for carrying out delegated tasks as instructed by the Clinical Lead, physiotherapist or nurse. They will undertake support work to aid in the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of older people who have fallen or who are at risk of falling including home exercise programmes and provision of equipment. Previous experience in working in a Health or Social Care environment is essential and experience working with Physiotherapists or Occupational Therapists would be beneficial. The successful candidate will also have a good general education plus NVQ level 3, BTEC or equivalent in a relevant subject and be expected to use their own initiative, have sound interpersonal and communication skills and be computer literate. For enquiries regarding this vacancy please contact Kathryn Hodgson, Clinical Lead on 01642 944070 This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. If interested please apply for this post as soon as possible. Page 11 03/06/2016
Pharmacy Technician Northallerton - Pharmacy (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 19,217-22,458 Per Annum Hours Per Week: 37.5 Hours Per Week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-CD-0054 Closing Date: 06 Jun 2016 Post: Pharmacy Technician Rotational Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Hours: 37.5 hours Full time plus additional weekend & bank Holiday working on a rota basis (All current and future pharmacy posts are subject to on-going service review) An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit an experienced Pharmacy Technician to join the pharmacy team delivering a pharmaceutical service from the Pharmacy dept. at The Friarage Hospital, Northallerton The post holder will participate in the delivery of Medicine Management services including clearance of Patients Own Drugs for use and the ordering of medication for Discharge; you will also participate in dispensing services either at ward level or within the Pharmacy Dept. at The Friarage Hospital. You will be expected to travel to a community hospital at Richmond to participate in the delivery of ward based pharmacy services Although this post is based at the Friarage Hospital, the post holder will be required to participate a rotation with other Band 4 technicians to James Cook University Hospital to experience other areas of pharmacy within the trust including Aseptic dispensing. Applicants must be registered pharmacy technicians with GPhC, holding a national recognised qualification. Essentially you must have recent experience of hospital pharmacy delivery of near patient services and aseptic production in a busy acute setting. Ideally you will have the required National Medicines Management Framework Modules 1 & 2. If you don t have these accreditations you must meet the entry criteria to undertake the Medicines Management course to fulfil your role. In addition you will be expected to undertake the required CPD to maintain your registration with the GPhC. For further information contact Paula Weighell Senior Technician Friarage Hospital Pharmacy Tel: 01609 763153 Page 12 03/06/2016
Assistant Practitioner Decontamination James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough - Quality Assurance & Academic (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 19,217-22,458 per annum Hours Per Week: 37.5 hours per week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-CP-0075 Closing Date: 15 Jun 2016 An opportunity has arisen within the trust Infection Prevention & Control team (Decontamination) for an enthusiastic assistant practitioner who is passionate about improving patient safety through reducing the risks of HCAI. The Decontamination service is central to the trust s commitment to reduce healthcare associated infections. This role will include supporting the decontamination lead nurse s annual programme of work relating to decontamination practices ensuring that best practice is achieved according to national and locally agreed standards/policy The Assistant Nursing Practitioner will support clinical areas on individual queries relating to decontamination in order to support decontamination practices and carry out audit and training. The successful applicant will be supported to develop the knowledge and skills required to be a competent practitioner of infection prevention and control. For informal enquiries please contact, Julie Barlow Lead nurse Decontamination. Application forms and job descriptions are available from the Recruitment Section, Personnel Directorate, The James Cook University Hospital. This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. If interested please apply for this post as soon as possible. For further details contact Julie Barlow on 01642 854800 Page 13 03/06/2016
Echocardigrapher Northallerton - Cardiology (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 31,072-40,964 pro-rata Hours Per Week: 22.5 Hours per Week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-SC-0024 Closing Date: 08 Jun 2016 We are seeking an enthusiastic, proficient echocardiographer to join our expanding cardiac investigations team. The role is primarily focused in echocardiography however the post holder will be rotated through other areas of non-invasive diagnostic cardiology when service dictates and this may involve exercise tolerance testing, ambulatory analysis and cardioversions. Working with state-of-the-art echocardiographic equipment in a fully digital lab you will have the opportunity to work in all aspects of echocardiography, including 3D, in one of the North s leading cardiac centres. It is expected that the postholder will work on occasion at The James Cook University Hospital site. The Cardiology Department at the Friarage Hospital is part of the Cardiac Investigations Service of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This service is provided across two sites The Friarage and The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough which is a major tertiary referral centre for cardiothoracic services. Across the two sites there are 18 Cardiologists (2 based within the Cardiology Unit at the Friarage) 7 Surgeons,35 Cardiac Physiologists and 20 support staff providing an efficient and high quality service to patients. The Cardiology Unit is housed in purpose-built accommodation and equipped with state-of-the-art technology which allows us to take both secondary and tertiary referrals. The services provided at the Cardiology unit includes echocardiography and transoesophageal, including a direct access echocardiography service, pacemaker follow up clinics, loop clinics, CRT follow up with the potential to run ICD follow up and remote monitoring clinics dependent on skills of the applicant. The department also provides a full range of non-invasive Cardiology diagnostics, including ECG s, ambulatory ECG, BP and extended ECG monitoring, exercise tolerance tests, rapid access chest pain clinic, 6 minute walk tests and runs many Consultant and Nurse Specialist Clinics eg rapid access arrhythmia clinic and heart failure clinic. Applicants should possess full British Society of Echocardiography accreditation in adult echocardiography along with qualifications in cardiac physiology and wealth of experience and knowledge in diagnostic cardiology. If you enjoy echocardiography this is an excellent opportunity to join an enthusiastic, friendly and supportive team and develop your skills further. For more information, or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Sarah Walker, Chief Cardiac physiologist at The Friarage. Closing date: 3 weeks after publication For further details contact Sam Middleton on 01642854607 Page 14 03/06/2016
Healthcare Scientists Echocardiographer Middlesbrough - Cardiology (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 31,383-41,373 Per Annum Hours Per Week: 37.5 Hours Per Week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-SC-0022 Closing Date: 08 Jun 2016 The Echocardiography Unit is a large busy department which provides a service across the whole James Cook site and to several external community clinics. The department offers a range of imaging procedures: Transthoracic, TOE, DSE, exercise echocardiography, contrast echo, CRT optimisation, physiologist-run valve clinics as well as echo support to research trials. The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough is a large tertiary referral centre for cardiothoracic services. There are 17 Cardiologists (2 based within the Cardiology Unit at the Friarage) 7 Surgeons,35 Cardiac Physiologists and 20 support staff across two sites providing an efficient and high quality service to patients. We currently have 5 dedicated echo rooms within the Trust, 2 of which are designed to perform stress and exercise echocardiography. The Cardiac Investigation Unit is equipped with state-of-the-art technology which allows us to both secondary and tertiary referrals. The services provided at the unit include cardiac rhythm management device follow up along with a full range of non-invasive cardiology diagnostics including ECGs, ambulatory ECG, BP and extended ECG monitoring, exercise tolerance tests and rapid access chest pain clinic. If you enjoy echocardiography this is an excellent opportunity to join an enthusiastic, friendly and supportive team and develop your skills further. For more information, or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Sam Middleton, at The James Cook University Hospital, on 01642 854607. Previous applicants need not apply. For further details contact Sam Middleton on 01642 854607 Page 15 03/06/2016
Specialist Biomedical Scientist James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough - Biochemistry (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 26,302-35,225 Hours Per Week: 37.5 hours per week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-CD-0068 Closing Date: 16 Jun 2016 Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced State Registered Biomedical Scientists for the post of Specialist Biomedical Scientist in the Clinical Chemistry Department at South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Applications will also be welcomed from staff who have not yet completed the Specialist Diploma in Clinical Chemistry, but are working towards it. There is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team within this busy and progressive department which operates over both Trust acute sites, with mirrored main instrumentation, and a different selection of specialist assays carried out at each site. The successful candidate will be required to work at the both the James Cook University Hospital and at the Friarage Hospital according to service need. A 24 hour service is provided at both laboratories, and the successful candidate will be required to participate after suitable training. The shift system includes the option for working the 37.5 hours over 3-4 longer shifts rather than standard day shifts. South Tees Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to developing excellence and staff motivation is high on the agenda. Good interpersonal and organisational skills are essential for these posts. For further information please contact Nicola Bateman or Derek Parrington, Department of Clinical Chemistry on 01642 282634 or 282631. Informal visits prior to application are encouraged Page 16 03/06/2016
Nursing & Midwifery Registered Staff Nurse James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough - Short Stay Unit (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 21,909-28,462 pro-rata Hours Per Week: 36 hours per week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-UE-0023 Closing Date: 12 Jun 2016 An opportunity has arisen for a staff nurse to support the current team. An induction programme, preceptorship and competency training packs, specific to the Urgent and Emergency Care environment, supports new starters. A supernumerary period allows staff to build confidence and skills and allows for clinical supervision with an allocated mentor. The main responsibilities will be related to clinical and nursing care within the Short Stay Unit with an emphasis on personal development. Previous experience in a critical care setting would be desirable however a keen interest in cardiothoracics and the intensive care environment is essential. We are one of the largest employers in the Tees Valley, a great place to work and live. Our mission statement is striving for the best in healthcare and we are proud of the hard work, and dedication of our staff at both James Cook University Hospital and the Friarage Hospital. We have now achieved Foundation Trust status and were recently named Outstanding Employer of the Year by the Learning and Skills Council. Please contact Sister Jackie Hoggart, SR Amanda Richardson on 01642 854511 for an informal visit/ discussion Page 17 03/06/2016
Staff Nurse Northallerton - Romanby Ward (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 21.909-28,462 per annum Hours Per Week: Various Hours Available Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-PC-0008 Closing Date: 12 Jun 2016 Applications are invited for the post of registered nurse on Romanby ward at the Friarage Hospital. This is a permanent position. Romanby ward is a busy, 26 bedded general medical ward. The post holder will work 11.5 hour shifts which will include work at weekends and nights. We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated and dedicated nurses who are committed to delivering a high quality of nursing care to patients with varied needs ranging from acute illness management through to the complexities of discharge processes. To achieve this, it is essential that you can demonstrate your commitment to maintaining evidence based practice, professional standards and your personal development to enable you to provide the highest of safe, dignified and quality care. The successful applicants will receive a 4 week induction period and newly qualified nurses will complete a 6 month Trust preceptorship programme. For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact either Joanne Potter (Romanby ward manager), Lynne Raine or Amanda Lombard (ward sisters) on 01609 764400. Page 18 03/06/2016
Staff Nurse James Cook University Hospital - Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 21,909-28,462 per annum Hours Per Week: 37.5 Hours per week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-SC-0014 Closing Date: 12 Jun 2016 Full/part time hours available, rotational shift pattern including days/nights. Rotation to other areas within the cardiothoracic division may operate when required An opportunity has arisen for staff nurses to support the current team. An induction programme, preceptorship, and competency training packs, specific to the critical care environment supports new starters. A supernumerary period allows staff to build confidence and skills and allows for clinical supervision with an allocated mentor. The main responsibilities will be related to clinical and nursing care within CICU/HDU with an emphasis on personal development. Previous experience in a critical care setting would be desirable however a keen interest in cardiothoracics and the intensive care environment is essential. We are one of the largest employers in the Tees Valley, a great place to work and live. Our mission statement is striving for the best in healthcare and we are proud of the hard work, and dedication of our staff at both The James Cook University Hospital and the Friarage Hospital. We have now achieved Foundation Trust status and were recently named Outstanding Employer of the Year by the Learning and Skills Council. Please contact Sr Hazel Speck/Sr Sarah O Brien or Sr Susan Coatsworth for an informal discussion and/or to arrange a visit to the department on 01642 282676. Page 19 03/06/2016
Staff Nurse Middlesbrough - Ward 7 / Ward 5 (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 21,909-28,462 pro rata / per annum Hours Per Week: Various Hours per Week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-PC-0011 Closing Date: 12 Jun 2016 Planned Care Centre, Urology, Upper GI & Colorectal Surgery We are currently offering opportunities for staff nurses to work on the Colorectal/Upper GI Ward and Urology wards within the Planned Care Centre. We require well motivated, enthusiastic and hard working nurses to assist the unit in leading the service forward. We are an innovative unit promoting the Enhanced Recovery and Time to Care initiatives. We also care for patients undergoing Bariatric Surgery. We have developed and implemented new patient pathways, keeping the patient central to everything we do. We work closely with the Clinical Nurse Specialists to create an efficient multi disciplinary approach for our patients journey. Specialist training courses are available in order to improve staff awareness and knowledge in the specialist areas. Successful staff will be given a 6 month preceptorship period and opportunities to develop their skills further. To aid your transition we have developed the role of the Assistant Practitioner; a much valued member of the team, who works alongside the registered nurse providing a higher level of support, whilst also giving support to the Health Care Assistants. Our patients are central to everything we do; our nurses provide high standards of care with commitment, compassion and competence. Our teams are innovative and forward thinking with an honest and transparent culture. The successful candidates will work within the multi disciplinary team delivering high quality care. If you would like to become a member of either of these dynamic teams, please contact Paul Rafferty, Matron, Planned Care Centre on 07766725444. The appointed candidates must successfully undertake a pre-employment medical and have disclosure information available prior to starting work. Page 20 03/06/2016
Staff Nurse Middlesbrough - Ward 8 - Gastroenterology (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 21,909-28,462 per annum Hours Per Week: 37.5 Hours per Week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-PC-0028 Closing Date: 16 Jun 2016 A position has arisen to join our team on Ward 8, Gastroenterology at the James Cook University Hospital. We can offer excellent opportunities for professional development within a supportive working environment, allowing you to reach your full potential. We are committed to the provision of high quality evidence based patient care. Applicants must be committed to providing a high standard of patient care, and also to their own personal development. He/she must have excellent communication skills and be supportive and open to new initiatives. Gastroenterology experience an advantage but not essential. For more information regarding the above post or to arrange an informal visit please contact Matron Paul Rafferty on 07766725444, Senior Sister Jeanette Cramer, Sister Jenny Willis or Sister Ellie Marshall 01642 854508. Page 21 03/06/2016
Staff Nurse Middlesbrough - Orthopaedic Directorate Ward 34 & 37 (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 21,909-28,462 Per Annum Hours Per Week: Various Hours per Week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-A-16-17418-TTC Closing Date: 16 Jun 2016 Do you need a change? Would you like a challenge? An exciting opportunity has arisen in our busy Trauma Orthopaedic Wards, for an enthusiastic and dedicated experienced or newly qualified nurse, to join our team. Ward 34 currently undertakes a wide variety of caseloads, specialising in caring for patients who have had a fractured neck of femur. Ensuring the post holder, can expect an interesting and challenging role, gaining knowledge and skills in trauma and elective Orthopaedics, as well as elderly medicine and rehabilitation. Ward 37 is a Trauma ward situated in the regional trauma centre, Middlesbrough, The James Cook University Hospital which see patients who require various types of Orthopaedic surgery intervention and the start of the rehabilitation process, working across disciplinary with a wide multi-disciplinary team input. Post holders can expect an interesting and challenging experience, gaining knowledge and skills needed to care for Trauma patients. We will support you in developing your Orthopaedic knowledge and skills through our team of supportive staff and formal education programme, working alongside consultant orthopaedic surgeons, consultant orthogeriatrician, specialist hip fracture nurse, nurse practitioners and the wider multi-disciplinary team. Experience is not essential; however applicants must have a genuine interest in the speciality and be committed to delivering high quality patient care. We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated people with effective communication skills. Page 22 03/06/2016
Clinical Sister James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough - Cardio-thoracic Surgery Salary: 26,302-35,225 per annum Hours Per Week: 37.5 hours per week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-SC-0040 Closing Date: 09 Jun 2016 Internal Applicants Only Applicants must have significant experience in CICU post qualified experience or equivalent. This post will strengthen the current clinical leadership within the cardiothoracic intensive care team. Key elements of the role are excellent communication and people management skills, advanced critical care skills, and the ability to demonstrate organisation of self and others. Responsibility for effective utilisation of resources while delivering highest standards of care is also expected. We are one of the largest employers in the Tees Valley, a great place to work and live. Our mission statement is together we do the amazing and we are proud of the hard work, and dedication of our staff at both The James Cook University Hospital and the Friarage Hospital. We have now achieved Foundation Trust status and were recently named Outstanding Employer of the Year by the Learning and Skills Council. Please contact Sr Sue Hegarty, Sr Catherine Knight or Sr Hazel Speck for an informal discussion and/or to arrange a visit to the department on 01642 282676. Page 23 03/06/2016
Staff Nurse James Cook University Hospital - Ward 10 and Ward12, Older People Care ( Salary: 21,692-28,180 per annum Hours Per Week: 37.5 Hours per week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-CC-0008 Closing Date: 12 Jun 2016 Older People Care Medicine (Ward 10) and (Ward 12) Various hours up to and including full time Ward 10 is a 27 bedded ward which is part of the overall Care ofthe Older People Directorate receiving admissions from both Acute Assessment Units, Ambulatory care and directly from A & E/HDU. The ward provides acute, holistic, multidisciplinary approach to the care of the older person. As a Directorate, we are committed to recruiting staff that will help us meet our overall vision and care service delivery for the older person. An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Directorate for Registered Nurses to support and complement the existing multi-disciplinary team comprising Consultants, Junior medical staff, Allied Health Professionals, Mental Health Team and Social Services. Older People nursing is a rewarding and challenging career where you have a real chance to make a difference. As part of your role, you can expect to learn practical skills and procedures that benefit patients. Your role will mean working with the older population which includes those individuals with one or more long or short-term physical health conditions. This could include heart disease, injuries from an accident, pneumonia, arthritis, diabetes or end of life care. Focus is placed on a multi-disciplinary team approach to ensure maximum patient outcomes. We will work together with you to enable you to be a key team member to inspire and motivate your colleagues. We will provide you with appropriate support and guidance to fulfil your maximum potential and learning opportunities. We will be open to your new ideas to improve efficiency and service delivery whilst empowering you to develop a strong sense of ownership for clinical service delivery and team development. Are you committed to providing excellent patient care in a nurturing and supportive environment? Do you wish to be part of a dynamic innovative multi-disciplinary team committed to the provision of high quality care for the older population? If you would wish to work as part of our Team we would like to hear from you. Informal visits positively encouraged. Please arrange a visit by ringing Iona Gibbon, Ward Manager on 01642-854510 Judith Christoffersen, Deputy Directorate Manager on 07827840014 If you are applying for multiple staff nurse posts this month please make sure that you list your preferences in the additional information section of your application form. Page 24 03/06/2016
Staff Nurse Northallerton - Allerton Ward (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 21,909-28,462 per annum Hours Per Week: 37.5 Hours per Week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-PC-0010 Closing Date: 12 Jun 2016 Do you need a change? Would you like a challenge? Do you want to join our forward thinking enthusiastic Team? We our looking for a passionate and dedicated experienced or newly qualified Staff Nurse to join us. Allerton Ward currently undertakes a wide variety of caseloads. This includes specialising in the care of surgical patients undergoing: colorectal surgery, urological procedures, breast surgery and gynaecology.we are a dedicated team, ensuring that we provide holistic nursing care to patients undergoing pre and post-operative surgical procedures. Our team is dedicated in ensuring that our patient s journey is a positive one. The successful candidates can expect an interesting and challenging role, gaining knowledge and skills in emergency and elective surgical procedures particularly developing knowledge in urology. We will support you in developing your surgical knowledge and skills. Our experienced team of supportive staff offer a formal education program though the preceptorship timetable, working alongside consultant surgeons, specialist nurses, and the wide variety of the multi-disciplinary team. Experience is not essential; however applicants must have a genuine interest in the surgery and be committed to delivering high quality patient care. We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated people with effective communication skills. A position with this directorate offers many opportunities for individuals to develop their clinical skills and ongoing professional development is encouraged and supported. For informal enquiries please contact Helen Smart Ward Manager 01609 763098 or Anthea Davison Ward Sister 01609 763098 Page 25 03/06/2016
Staff Nurse Northallerton - Ainderby Ward (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 21,909-28,462 pro rata / per annum Hours Per Week: Various Hours per Week Job Type: Permanent Reference: 328-PC-0012 Closing Date: 12 Jun 2016 Are you driven by a desire to provide excellent care that makes a difference to patients? We are looking for registered nurses who are caring and compassionate about delivering safe care. Ainderby ward is a busy respiratory and infectious diseases medical ward. We can offer full or part-time hours. The post holder will work 11.5 hour shifts which will include work at weekends and nights. We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated and dedicated nurses who are committed to delivering a high quality of nursing care to patients with varied needs ranging from acute illness management through to the complexities of discharge processes. To achieve this, it is essential that you can demonstrate your commitment to maintaining evidence based practice, professional standards and your personal development to enable you to provide the highest of safe, dignified and quality care. The successful applicants will receive a 4 week induction period and newly qualified nurses will complete a 6 month Trust preceptorship programme. For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact either Lesley Butterworth (Ainderby ward manager) lesley.butterworth@stees.nhs.uk, Steph Aitken steph.aitken@stees.nhs.uk or Kayleigh Urquhart kayleigh.urquhart@stees.nhs.uk (ward sisters) on 01609 764500. Page 26 03/06/2016
Staff Nurse James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough - Cardiology (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 21,909-28,462 per annum Hours Per Week: 37.5 hours per week Job Type: Fixed term Reference: 328-SC-0041 Closing Date: 12 Jun 2016 The Monitored Bay is a 9-bedded unit catering for acute cardiology patients who require cardiac monitoring, who require a high level of medical and nursing care or are waiting for further cardiac investigations and procedures. The vacancies have arisen for a band 5 posts, which includes rotation to night duty. The post also offers opportunities to rotate to other department within the division. The department encourages all staff to develop their skills and in service training will be provided. We are therefore seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Registered General Nurses to join our teams. The applicants must be committed to providing a high standard of patient care, and also to their own professional development. He/she will have excellent communication skills and supportive and open to new initiatives. South Tees is a high performing Trust, employing 9000 staff, providing acute and community services. We pride ourselves on excellence and are situated at the heart of a great place to live. For informal discussions / visits about the posts available please see the contact details below: Sister Sue Scott (01642) 850850 Ext 52836 or Sister Vicky Baxtrem on (01642) 850850 Ext 52436 Page 27 03/06/2016
Skin Cancer Specialist Nurse James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough - Dermatology (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) Salary: 31,383-41,373 Hours Per Week: 30 hours per week Job Type: Fixed term Reference: 328-CC-0041 Closing Date: This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Expressions of interest are welcome for a twelve-month secondment opportunity within the Dermatology Directorate for an experienced and enthusiastic nurse to work with patients having a diagnosis of skin cancer. This new post will involve providing specialist and expert knowledge and research based practice to all patients requiring specialist skin cancer care across the Dermatology Directorate. We are looking for a dynamic, innovative and highly motivated individual, with excellent communication skills. You will need to be able to work to a high degree of autonomy, as well as being a key contributing member to the multidisciplinary team working. This post has the potential for further development and you should be fully committed to developing nurse led services. If you would like to discuss any aspects of this post or arrange an informal visit please contact Mrs Lynne Carr, Interim Manager, Dermatology Directorate Page 28 03/06/2016