Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
The department of Perioperative Care at University Hospital Southampton NHSFoundation Trust is delighted to be able a offer the role of Prehabilitation ClinicalPractitioner. This role is opento both nursing and allied health professionals and will be an opportunity forsomeone to work with a leading centre in both research and clinical expertise inperioperative care.The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work alongside a seniormulti-professional team of nurses, dietitians, anaesthetists, psychologists,physiologists and project managers, to provide expert led prehabilitationprograms for surgical patients.Within your role you will have the opportunity to help design the structure ofprehabilitation at UHS, manage a caseload of patients, lead and manage a team ofband 6 staff, support and work on research projects, and represent UHSPerioperative care on a local, national and global stage.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ideal candidate will have an interest and experience of perioperative pathways,and be competent in preoperative assessment and clinical decision making.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ideal candidate will have an interest and experience of perioperative pathways,and be competent in preoperative assessment and clinical decision making.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- ?Working together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Master's level or equivalent training and experience in perioperative or surgical care
- Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register
- Evidence of experience and completion of all band 6 competencies within relevant speciality
- Clear about professional accountability re. Autonomous practice
- Diagnosis and Decision Making qualification (Level 7)
- History taking and Physical assessment qualification
- Provide evidence of leading learning in practice
- Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote learning in practice providing an excellent learning environment for all
- Provide evidence of supporting /managing and supervision a range of learnings in practice.
Desirable
- Registered prescriber
- Leadership qualification / training (Edward Jenner, Mary Seacole, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan, LDC, RCN)
- Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
- Experience of practitioner led care/Independent practice
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- ?Working together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Master's level or equivalent training and experience in perioperative or surgical care
- Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register
- Evidence of experience and completion of all band 6 competencies within relevant speciality
- Clear about professional accountability re. Autonomous practice
- Diagnosis and Decision Making qualification (Level 7)
- History taking and Physical assessment qualification
- Provide evidence of leading learning in practice
- Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote learning in practice providing an excellent learning environment for all
- Provide evidence of supporting /managing and supervision a range of learnings in practice.
Desirable
- Registered prescriber
- Leadership qualification / training (Edward Jenner, Mary Seacole, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan, LDC, RCN)
- Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
- Experience of practitioner led care/Independent practice
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
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).
