About this role
Job summary
A great opportunity is now available to support the team in the delivery of the Pre-Assessment service within Hampshire Hospitals.
The role is a primary function supporting the team for the optimal care of our surgical patients. The delivery of high quality, effective and compassionate health care to the patients of the Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust is the most important objective for the organisation.
We currently undertake elective surgery Pre-Assessments for 13 specialities within the Trust. We have three Pre-Assessment Departments working collaboratively in order to provide a high standard of care for our patients.
This role will enable the development of clinical practice, knowledge and skills whilst undertaking independent comprehensive assessments of patients undergoing elective surgery.
The role may be based in Winchester or Andover and cross site working may be required as part of this role.
Main duties of the job
To assess patients past and current medical history, medications and treatments. Undertake appropriate tests to ensure investigation of patient's fitness for surgery is optimised. Make referrals to internal and external agencies to liaise regarding patients needs. You will be required to use investigative, analytical and interpretation skills in order to ensure patients are safe for anaesthetic. Liaising closely with the Surgical and Anaesthetic Teams, Secretaries, Theatre Schedulers and Admission Teams throughout HHFT. To develop clinically reasoned decision making, treatment, action and discharge plans and to undertake and evaluate treatment. To deputise for the team leaders to achieve the effective daily management of the ward/department including responding to urgent requests, prioritising clinical work and balancing other patient related and professional activities in accordance with trust standards
About us
Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire.
Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.
We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer.The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust.
Job description Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications Essential
oDegree level education or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, or employment experience oProfessional UK registration e.g. NMC, HPC oComputer Literate
Desirable
oHistory Taking and Physical Examination Qualification oVenepuncture
Experience and Knowledge Essential
oComprehensive understanding of pre-operative assessment processes and surgical pathways oSurgical Ward and/or Theatre experience oKnowledge of national and local policies related to elective surgery and pre-operative care
Desirable
oAwareness of local and national agenda within the Anaesthetic Pre-Assessment speciality. oExperience in using electronic patient record systems and digital Pre-Assessment platforms oExperience in managing patients with complex comorbidities in a pre-operative setting
Skills and Ability Essential
oAbility to communicate written and verbal information in English, keeping legible and accurate notes oExcellent communication skills to communicate complex, sensitive or confidential information in an appropriate manner. oExcellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills oAbility to organise, prioritise and delegate oUnderstanding of Clinical Governance and the implications for clinical services including experience of quality issues and audit.
Desirable
oKnowledge of a variety of surgical specialities/operations oAbility to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team oCompetence in remote consultation and telephone triage oAdaptability and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced clinical environment
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Winchester Pre-Assessment Unit - Royal Hampshire County Hospital
Romsey Road
Winchester
SO22 5DG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)