We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will practice independently as a core member of the Rapid Investigation Service Team; you will have responsibility for the medical management of a defined patient group under the guidance of the Consultant responsible for the care episode.

• You will work clinically to triage referrals and redirect if a more suitable pathway is indicated. Clerk patients virtually, taking a full systems history and request a CT scan where appropriate.
• Discuss with the MDT in cases of uncertainty. Present patients at a virtual MDT and contact them with the outcome, making onward referrals as required.
• You will demonstrate a high level of competence in health assessment and clinical decision-making.
• You will provide specialist advice, education, and support to patients, their carers, and other health care professionals.
• You will practice clinically within agreed care protocols – extended scope of practice for requesting radiology imaging.
• You will work across professional, departmental, and Trust boundaries as required, to develop and support patient-centred seamless care as part of delivery of this regional service.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is experienced working as a band 6, and is capable of working in a fast-paced environment, with good clinical skills, outstanding communication skills, and excellent IT skills.

• You must be proficient at typing, and be able to type and talk to take down a full medical history.
• You will need to be comfortable/confident in discussing cancer with patients in a virtual setting.
• We are seeking someone who is caring, motivated, and enthusiastic, with demonstrable skills in MDT working.

We are a forward-thinking service made up of a multidisciplinary team including nurses, GP’s, hospital consultants, and administrative staff.

We encourage the development of our staff, and expect them to keep up to date with current practices, making every contact count.

An informal discussion/visit is expected from those wishing to apply, and we look forward to receiving your application.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

Person specification

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Registered nurse on the relevant part of the NMC register.
• Degree qualification or equivalent 120 credits at L6.
• Post-registration qualification within the area of speciality or equivalent experience.
• Completion of all Band 5 (preceptorship) competencies.
• Provide evidence of supporting/managing a range of learners in practice.
• Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice.
• Extensive post-registration experience within the specialist area.
• Knowledge of current issues within the acute health service.

Desirable criteria

• Registered on MSc Pathway – completion of HTPA Competencies.
• Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners/supporting challenges as needed.
• Counselling qualification.
• Palliative care course.
• IT training.
• Change Management, clinical practice development.

Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential criteria

• Patients First.
• Always Improving.
• Working Together.