Job summary
Head and Neck Unit Peterborough City Hospital - Base area Ophthalmology.
We are looking for a highly motivated Nursing associate with a genuine interest in the Head and Neck Specialties.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and friendly team.
Main duties of the job
Your base area will be Ophthalmology and this is where you will hold the majority of your skills and knowledge.
You will need to demonstrate high standards of clinical care and have a genuine interest in Ophthalmology and the other Head and Neck Specialties.
Contribute to the multidisciplinary team to ensure good communication and the dissemination of information.
About us
We are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering full time and part time roles, flexible working hours on a shift pattern to fit around your family life.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities.
Benefits to you
- 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Career development and training;
- Wellbeing support and activities;
- In-house physiotherapy Service;
- On-site canteens with subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free).
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will also work cohesively with the other specialities and will be expected to be proactive as part of the wider Head and Neck Team.
You will UpholdTrust Values and Behaviours at all times.
You will work predominately in outpatient ophthalmology clinics and ophthalmology day case theatres.
You will be caring and patient focused.
You will be proactive and flexible in your approach to your duties.
You will be organised and possess excellent communication skills.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will also work cohesively with the other specialities and will be expected to be proactive as part of the wider Head and Neck Team.
You will UpholdTrust Values and Behaviours at all times.
You will work predominately in outpatient ophthalmology clinics and ophthalmology day case theatres.
You will be caring and patient focused.
You will be proactive and flexible in your approach to your duties.
You will be organised and possess excellent communication skills.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of accountability and responsibility
Desirable
- Experience of Outpatient Clinics
- Surgical Experience
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Essential
- You have excellent Communication Skills
- You have computer skills and knowledge
- You will demonstrate flexibility and cohesively use your skills across the head and neck Floor
Desirable
- Experience of PCH Admins systems
- Theatre Experience
- Experience of Head and Neck Specialities underpinned by relevant practical experience
Qualifications
Essential
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of accountability and responsibility
Desirable
- Experience of Outpatient Clinics
- Surgical Experience
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Essential
- You have excellent Communication Skills
- You have computer skills and knowledge
- You will demonstrate flexibility and cohesively use your skills across the head and neck Floor
Desirable
- Experience of PCH Admins systems
- Theatre Experience
- Experience of Head and Neck Specialities underpinned by relevant practical experience
Qualifications
Essential
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
