Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Vascular Co-ordinator
This is an extraordinary exciting time to join a team embarking on an innovative transformation and implementation of a shared single vascular service across West Yorkshire.
This dynamic and ambitious move makes us one of the largest vascular services in the country, covering 2.4m people and include the services provided by:
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust (ANHSFT)
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT)
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT)
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTHT)
Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust (MYHT)
Vascular theatre lists are largely utilised to treat patients in time critical pathways. There are a small number of procedures that fit an elective 18 week model (including the small number of patients having surgical treatment for varicose veins and some procedures that address quality of life rather than limb salvage or risk of life threatening events) however the majority of patients are in a time critical pathway as an inpatient, virtual ward patient or outpatient.
These include Aortic aneurysm surgery , Arteriovenous fistula for , Lower limb Chronic Limb Threatening Ischaemia, Carotid endarterectomy, Lower limb Chronic Limb Threatening Ischaemia and major limb amputation
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be an effective co-ordinator between the multidisciplinary teams and the patient/client within the Vascular service and will ensure that these patients are prioritised and listed for theatre to ensure that lists are efficient and optimised. The co-ordinator will be responsible for ensuring that each patient has a seam less journey throughout their pathway.
Applicants will require experience within a surgical speciality and ideally have vascular experience. You will work alongside a strong, cohesive and well established team. Our work to develop a true single service is testament to our commitment to this innovative change, development of new ways of working and the strength of relationships.
You will be dynamic and skilled individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to provide an effective and high-quality patient focused service, with a clear understanding of the issues in relation to vascular surgical patients
You must also be open to developing and progressing new ideas and innovative ways of working.
Informal Enquiries to: Matron Jo Taylor 01274 382435 or email joanne.taylor@bthft.nhs.uk
Or, Deputy Matron Shauna Flanagan on 07979387525 or email shauna.flanagan2@bthft.nhs.uk
We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, excellent pension scheme and advice on childcare.
Closing Date: 17.10.23 (This date may change dependent on the response)
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Two years post-registration experience, including experience of working in a relevant clinical specialty
- Experience of assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for patients/service-users/staff demonstrating knowledge of specific needs
- Experience of participating in clinical audit
Desirable
- Experience in policy development
- Experience of developing innovative practice
- Experience of working in an MDT and across organisational and professional boundaries
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Report writing / Presentation skills
- Computer literate - ability to use Word/Excel/PowerPoint, etc.
- Clinical credibility
- Clinical skills specific to area of specialty
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Organised approach to work with ability to prioritise and delegate
- Mentoring and advaLeadership skillsnced communication skills
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Proven skills in teaching individuals and small groups
- Analytical skills to problem solve and able to make clinical judgements requiring assimilation, interpretation and comparison of a range of options
- Evidence of reflective practice
Desirable
- Proven evidence of change management skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance both general and specialty related e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE , GIRFTetc.
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS national targets and priorities
- Knowledge and understanding of the needs of the defined caseload (patients/service-users/staff)
Desirable
- Recruitment and Selection, Appraisal and other relevant HR/People management training
- Knowledge of change management processes
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration(RN/RM/RN Child)
- Degree or equivalent qualification (e.g. diploma level specialist training) or experience
- Relevant specialist qualification or training to diploma level or equivalent experience
- Supporting Learning in Practice (SLIP) or equivalent
- Evidence of current CPD
Desirable
- Post registration qualification in relevant specialty
- Leadership or management development qualification
- Advanced communication skills qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Two years post-registration experience, including experience of working in a relevant clinical specialty
- Experience of assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for patients/service-users/staff demonstrating knowledge of specific needs
- Experience of participating in clinical audit
Desirable
- Experience in policy development
- Experience of developing innovative practice
- Experience of working in an MDT and across organisational and professional boundaries
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Report writing / Presentation skills
- Computer literate - ability to use Word/Excel/PowerPoint, etc.
- Clinical credibility
- Clinical skills specific to area of specialty
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Organised approach to work with ability to prioritise and delegate
- Mentoring and advaLeadership skillsnced communication skills
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Proven skills in teaching individuals and small groups
- Analytical skills to problem solve and able to make clinical judgements requiring assimilation, interpretation and comparison of a range of options
- Evidence of reflective practice
Desirable
- Proven evidence of change management skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance both general and specialty related e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE , GIRFTetc.
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS national targets and priorities
- Knowledge and understanding of the needs of the defined caseload (patients/service-users/staff)
Desirable
- Recruitment and Selection, Appraisal and other relevant HR/People management training
- Knowledge of change management processes
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration(RN/RM/RN Child)
- Degree or equivalent qualification (e.g. diploma level specialist training) or experience
- Relevant specialist qualification or training to diploma level or equivalent experience
- Supporting Learning in Practice (SLIP) or equivalent
- Evidence of current CPD
Desirable
- Post registration qualification in relevant specialty
- Leadership or management development qualification
- Advanced communication skills qualification
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).
