About this role
Job summary
The main purpose of this job is to provide high-quality sexual and reproductive healthcare to meet the needs of the patient population of Teesside Together.
As a Sexual Health Clinician, you will work independently, treating patients within their booked treatment slots, guided at all times by our organisations current standards, policies and procedures. The care you will provide covers all aspects of sexual and reproductive healthcare, from screening and advice, to treatment and contraception fittings.
The post holder will be expected to travel to various locations across the catchment area of Teesside Together Sexual Health Service.
Main duties of the job
Meet the nursing care needs of patients as you identify them yourself or as reported to you by another clinician when care is being transferred ensuring that all patients receive individual care appropriate to their circumstances
Assess patients attending walk-in clinics adjusting appointment lengths as appropriate and supporting other clinicians where possible
Carry out intimate examinations efficiently and with dignity offering a chaperone to every patient
Perform appropriate tests or screening for Sexually Transmitted Infections including phlebotomy microscopy and HIV testing
Support patients with regards to self-testing for STIs including giving instructions on swab use and sample storage
Ensure all samples taken are logged appropriately and available for collection by the pathology supplier
Provide patients with appropriate treatments for STIs
Provide immunisation against STIs to eligible patients from high-risk groups
Fit coils and implants
Perform PEPSE assessments for patients who have been exposed to HIV and issue it where appropriate
Assess patients start them on PrEP treatment and re-issue as appropriate
Perform cervical screening
Ensure patients who have tested positive for HIV are referred appropriately to ongoing care
Support effective partner notification ensuring that as many people as possible are contacted tested and given treatment if necessary
Follow the Make Every Contact Count framework to ensure that you are supporting the patient with holistic care wherever possible
About us
Teesside Together provides high-quality sexual health services from four sites across the area. We offer contraception, STI testing and treatment, and advice on a wide range of sexual health concerns.
Run by, and for, local people, we are committed to reducing the stigma around sexual health, bettering outcomes for all patients, and being innovators in the field of sexual health care.
Above all, we believe in doing everything possible to help people.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
The main purpose of this job is to provide high-quality sexual and reproductive healthcare to meet the needs of the patient population of Teesside Together
As a Sexual Health Clinician you will work independently treating patients within their booked treatment slots guided at all times by our organisations current standards policies and procedures The care you will provide covers all aspects of sexual and reproductive healthcare from screening and advice to treatment and contraception fittings
The post holder will be expected to travel to various locations across the catchment area of Teesside Together Sexual Health Service
Main Responsibilities
In accordance with service requirements you will
Clinical
Meet the nursing care needs of patients as you identify them yourself or as reported to you by another clinician when care is being transferred ensuring that all patients receive individualised care appropriate to their circumstances
Assess patients attending walk-in clinics adjusting appointment lengths as appropriate and supporting other clinicians where possible
Carry out intimate examinations efficiently and with dignity offering a chaperone to every patient
Perform appropriate tests or screening for Sexually Transmitted Infections STIs including phlebotomy microscopy and HIV testing
Support patients with regards to self-testing for STIs including giving instructions on swab use and sample storage
Ensure all samples taken are logged appropriately and available for collection by the pathology supplier
Provide patients with appropriate treatments for STIs
Provide immunisations against STIs to eligible patients from high-risk groups
Fit coils and implants
Perform PEPSE assessments for patients who have been exposed to HIV and issue it where appropriate
Assess patients start them on PrEP treatment and re-issue as appropriate
Perform cervical screening
Ensure patients who have tested positive for HIV are referred appropriately to ongoing care
Support effective partner notification ensuring that as many people as possible are contacted tested and given treatment if necessary
Follow the Make Every Contact Count framework to ensure that you are supporting the patient with holistic care wherever possible
Liaise efficiently and consistently with other clinicians teams and agencies to ensure consistency of care where necessary
Reporting
Record work activities in line with local policies procedures and standards
Record complaints errors concerns and other untoward occurrences to the appropriate person
Participate in clinical governance and audit activities to ensure continual service improvement
Patient Education
Understand the key role that patient education and knowledge plays in sexual health topics including contraception STI prevention and other sexual health risks
Offer advice and education to patients regarding safe sex practices including contraception and STI prevention and signpost to further help where appropriate
Ensure all patients receiving a new-to-them form of contraception receive appropriate training or demonstrations
Communication
Present yourself at all times in a manner that is open and honest and work in partnership with patients clients colleagues and the public to enhance confidence competence and best practice in line with our mission statement
Deal with patients clients and colleagues in a polite and respectful manner using appropriate language and behaviour
Liaise closely with the immediate team and other agencies in a professional and respectful manner
Professional Development
Keep up to date with all mandatory training to ensure compliance and competence
Attend training courses in house online and externally to develop expertise and further knowledge
Take responsibility for updating documenting and maintaining your own knowledge and skills framework and sharing professional development with Teesside Together
Express needs or desire for further training and work within own remit at all times
Participate in appraisals performance reviews and professional development plans on an ongoing basis with Teesside Together when required
Engage in clinical supervision
Equality and Diversity
Ensure all patient groups accessing the service receive a safe welcoming non-judgemental and confidential service
Support our culture which promotes equality and values diversity
Be aware of and committed to our equality and diversity policies and actively promote equality and diversity issues relevant to the post
Through your own actions and the example you provide to others uphold the principle that all co-workers patients and visitors have the right to be treated equally and with respect
Ensure that individuals are given equal access to care and services
Confidentiality
In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description you may have access to confidential information relating to patients and clients their carers and staff from a number of organisations
You may also have access to business information
All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
Safeguarding
The safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults is the responsibility of all staff members regardless of role
Teesside Together is committed to the prevention of abuse in all its forms and asks all our staff to be vigilant and compassionate when in contact with others
To this end you will
Work within the safeguarding framework including understanding Spotting the Signs and Fraser Competencies reporting any concerns as per local standard operating procedure
Be aware of the risk of child sexual exploitation and female genital mutilation sharing any concerns with the clinician on duty
Assess all patients for concerns regarding domestic abuse signposting and or reporting as appropriate
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
-Level 1 Nurse / Midwife registration with the NMC -Current, full UK driving licence and daily access to a car with business insurance
Desirable
-Recognised sexual health course -Independent prescriber qualification, or knowledge of working to patient group directions -Integrated contraception / sexual health qualification -STIF Intermediate Competency (BASHH) and/or Level 2 and 3 NHIVNA Nurse HIV Competencies -Letter of Competence IUT / SDI -Cervical cytology qualification and registration -Mentoring / teaching qualification -Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development
Skills Essential
-Effective communication skills, especially when talking to patients, relatives, and carers -Excellent interpersonal skills -Ability to provide individualised care with empathy -Ability to plan and prioritise your own workload -Attention to detail -Basic computer skills -Ability to multi-task
Knowledge Essential
-Awareness of quality and diversity concerns / measures, particularly in healthcare -Awareness of the importance of confidentiality, privacy, and dignity
Experience Desirable
-Experience of working in a sexual health service -Experience of teaching and/or mentorship in a clinical setting
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 ELM Alliance LTD
Address Teesside Together, Middlesbrough
Livewell Centre
Centre Square
Middlesbrough
Cleveland
TS1 2PA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.elmalliance.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)