Medical Information Specialist/Writer

6 days ago

Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Public Health Wales Full time

Job summary

Public Health Wales has the remit to provide strategic leadership for the development of immunisation services across Wales both in primary and secondary care and in addition to those non NHS organisations who have a need for immunisation advice and guidance. An opportunity has arisen to join our existing team and help shape the future.

The Medical Information Specialist will provide written information including leaflets, campaign material and education resources on vaccine preventable disease and immunisation to support the immunisation programmes of local health boards and to inform service users about vaccine preventable disease and immunisation.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

Use information provided by the VPDP nurse/practitioner team to produce written guidance and information including leaflets, campaign material and education resources on vaccine preventable disease and immunisation.

Conduct reviews of existing vaccine preventable disease and immunisation literature across the UK and globally, and conduct literature reviews to support the development of vaccine preventable disease and immunisation guidance suitable for Wales.

Manage the provision of documents for consideration by VPDP incorporating professional opinion, and based on analysis and interpretation of literature, policy and legislation.

Manage the development, maintenance, and updating of the VPDP data base to ensure that there is an audit trail of discussion and decision making in regard to the development of vaccine preventable disease and immunisation information and guidance.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of any IT application as above for the implementation of vaccine preventable and immunisation guidelines across Wales.

Carry out other pieces of critical appraisal and evidence review, medical writing based on this evidence, public and / or healthcare practitioner consultation and governance processes as needed.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of the VPDP website on the Public Health Wales Website.

Assist and progress the VPDP work programme.

About us

We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.

Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.

Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.

To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit

For guidance on the application process, please visit

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NVQ Level 4, Degree or equivalent level of experience Advanced ECDL or equivalent level of experience

Knowledge

Essential

Literature searching and evaluation Knowledge of medical terminology and vocabulary Understanding of information governance and records management requirements A broad understanding of NHS systems and structures Good knowledge of MS Office Suite

Desirable

Knowledge and understanding of Public Health Wales Awareness of Welsh Government / Department of Health NHS Strategies. Awareness of vaccine preventable disease and immunisation strategies.

Experience

Essential

Experience of extracting and synthesising and presenting relevant information from a given source. Experience of producing information for health organisations and service users leaflets, guidance using appropriate medical vocabulary and terminology when required Experience of report / guideline writing Experience of operating Microsoft Office Suite.

Desirable

Experience of working in NHS environment Experience of working with a wider range of senior medical staff and other senior organisational members Experience of working within Public Health or population based services

Skills

Essential

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a format suitable for a range of target audiences Analysing information from numerous sources Report writing and editorial skills Strong analytical skills with demonstrable ability to analyse and synthesise technical data and information. Good utilisation of information resources Excellent presentation skills Excellent organisational skills High levels of literacy and numeracy Advanced IT/keyboard skills

Desirable

Ability to speak Welsh/willingness to learn

Personal Attributes

Essential

Excellent Interpersonal skills Self-motivated Clear thinking problem solver, solution focussed Ability to plan work effectively and efficiently and prioritise personal workload, working to deadlines and under pressure

Desirable

Ability to speak Welsh

  • Medical Writer

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom HEOR Full time

    Are you passionate about communicating complex concepts and data to a wide and varied audience, including health economists, clinicians and patients? Do you have a natural writing flair to produce clear and compelling narratives based on scientific research?HEOR are growing and seeking experienced medical writers to join the value communications team. This...

  • Specialist Registrar A

    1 month ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Charterhouse Medical Full time

    Charterhouse Medical have a position available as a Specialist Registrar in A & E General A & E available in Wales. If you are interested in this position please apply online, or if you would prefer to discuss this position or any other opportunities available then please contact our Specialist Consultants on or email where convenient attaching your CV and...

  • Specialist Registrar Medicine

    4 weeks ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Charterhouse Medical Full time

    Charterhouse Medical have a position available as a Specialist Registrar in Medicine General Medicine available in Wales. If you are interested in this position please apply online, or if you would prefer to discuss this position or any other opportunities available then please contact our Specialist Consultants on or email where convenient attaching your...

  • Specialist in Poisons Information

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Full time

    The post holder will participate through flexible working arrangements in the delivery of the twenty-four hour telephone enquiry service. The post holder will also respond to the specific needs of the service by maintaining the integrity of its information databases, conducting research and authoring documents deemed appropriate by the director of the NPIS...

  • Medical Secretary/administrator

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Crwys Medical Centre Full time

    Dr D Rees, Dr S Everest, Dr D Quarry, Dr J Vickers & Dr S ThickensCrwys Medical Centre, Wedal Road, Heath, Cardiff, CF14 3QXTelephone: Fax: Medical Secretary - Part timeAIMThe aim of the Secretary is to work with the rest of the Practice team to provide a friendly and effective service for the patients.RESPONSIBLE TOPractice ManagerMAIN DUTIESThe post holder...

  • Medical Secretary/administrator

    7 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Crwys Medical Centre Full time

    Dr D Rees, Dr S Everest, Dr D Quarry, Dr J Vickers & Dr S ThickensCrwys Medical Centre, Wedal Road, Heath, Cardiff, CF14 3QXTelephone: Fax: Medical Secretary - Part timeAIMThe aim of the Secretary is to work with the rest of the Practice team to provide a friendly and effective service for the patients.RESPONSIBLE TOPractice ManagerMAIN DUTIESThe post holder...

  • Quality Assurance Specialist

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL GROUP HOLDINGS LTD Full time

    Role: Quality Assurance SpecialistCompany: International Medical GroupLocation: Remote/Hybrid working availableSalary: £26,000 + benefitsHours: 37.5 hours per week International Medical Group provides medical assistance and claims handling services to travel insurance policy holders and corporate clients across the globe. Our UKbased operations centre...

  • Medical Receptionist

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Clare Road Medical Centre Full time

    We're small sized GP practice in Cardiff on a mission to deliver healthcare to our patients. We use a multidisciplinary approach, bringing together GPs, Nurses, Pharmacists, and our non-clinical team to deliver an efficient service for patients.We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Receptionist to join our friendly GP practice. You must have...

  • Information Specialist/librarian

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Public Health Wales NHS Trust Full time

    Public Health Wales' Evidence Service is seeking to appoint an Information Specialist / Librarian to support our team.The position is full time and will be based in our Public Health Wales NHS Trust offices in Capital Quarter 2, Cardiff.Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future...

  • Medical Secretary

    7 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Swansea Bay University Health Board Full time

    We are seeking a permanent full time Medical Secretary to provide a comprehensive, high quality medical secretarial and administrative service to the consultant, their medical team and specialist nursing teams, and other health professionals. To co-ordinate and maintain arrangements to facilitate the patient's progression along a defined pathway. To maintain...

  • Medical Secretary

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Swansea Bay University Health Board Full time

    We are seeking a permanent full time Medical Secretary to provide a comprehensive, high quality medical secretarial and administrative service to the consultant, their medical team and specialist nursing teams, and other health professionals. To co-ordinate and maintain arrangements to facilitate the patient's progression along a defined pathway. To maintain...

  • Speciality Doctor/Associate Specialist in Gastro

    7 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Triple West Medical Full time

    Speciality Doctor/Associate Specialist in Gastro Triple West Medical have been appointed by an NHS organisation in South Wales to help recruit a Speciality Doctor or Associate Specialist in Gastroenterology on a substantive or fixed term contract. The organisation has a budget of £1 billion, a workforce of over 14,000 and is responsible for the delivery...

  • Medical Secretary

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Velindre University NHS Trust Full time

    This post is fixed term / secondment for 18 months to meet the needs of the service.An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic Medical Secretarial Team at Velindre Hospital.The Medical Secretary's role is to provide a full administrative and comprehensive secretarial service to the Consultants and their teams.Act as a point of contact and liaise...

  • Lead Specialist-data Warehouse/ Information

    7 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Digital Health and Care Wales Full time

    We offer a range of opportunities for continuous professional development with in-house training, workshops and seminars, as well as external training providers. Depending on experience we may offer the post as a Band 6 Lead Specialist. If appointed as an Information Officer, progression to the next pay band is dependent on meeting an agreed set of...

  • Story Producer

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom BBC Group and Public Services Full time

    Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Choose how often (in days) you would like to receive job alerts by email: Choose how often (in days) you would like to receive job alerts by email: Do you have experience as a Story Producer, Editor or Storyliner? Are you passionate about Drama? Then this could be the role for you BBC Studios Drama Productions is...

  • Medical Secretary

    7 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Velindre University NHS Trust Full time

    Job summary The Medical Secretary's role is to provide a full administrative and comprehensive secretarial service to the Consultants and their teams. Act as a point of contact and liaise with all medical staff, patients, relatives, GP and any support services. Administer and arrange Consultant's schedule which can include changing clinics at short...

  • Biomedical Scientist Biochemistry Band 7- Bms

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Atlantis Medical Full time

    My client in Cardiffis looking for an experienced Band 7 Biochemistry Biomedical Scientist for a locum contract.Job Role: Monday Friday 37.5 hrs p/w Assist the Lead Biomedical Scientist by supervising on a day to day basis, specialist area of the Newborn Screening Laboratory in order to maintain the provision of a high quality service to patients The post...

  • Story Producer

    7 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom BBC Full time

    Editorial, Production & ProgrammingFixed Term - Full TimeCardiff, GB, CF10 4GABBC Studios ProductionsJob Closing Date: 02/06/2024THE ROLEJob IntroductionDo you have experience as a Story Producer, Editor or Storyliner? Are you passionate about Drama? Then this could be the role for youBBC Studios Drama Productions is renowned for bringing audiences together...

  • Medical Secretary

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Public Health Wales NHS Trust Full time

    To provide a first class, comprehensive secretarial service to a large teamof local Consultant Medical Staff and to facilitate effective communication between medical teams at the South East Wales centre.Providing non clinical advice and information over the telephone, in Welsh or English, to service user, their families or carers.An opportunity has arisen...

  • Product Specialist

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Evolve Full time

    A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a confident and driven individual to join an innovative Medical Device organisation with an exciting Aesthetics portfolio. Our client is seeking a Product Specialist to join their established sales team and promote their successful portfolio into Aesthetic Doctors, Nurses and Dentists across South Wales & South West...