Emergency Multidisciplinary Unit

Emergency Multidisciplinary Unit (EMU) Team LeadAn opportunity has arisen for an individual with strong leadership qualities to lead the Abingdon Same Day Emergency Care team (AEMU) on a day-to-day basis supporting them with the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care.The unit comprises of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) who provide timely comprehensive and integrated assessments and interventions for adult patients with sub-acute urgent healthcare needs as an alternative to secondary care admission where appropriate.We are looking for a positive, motivated, committed clinician who will lead, support and develop the team and contribute to further service developments.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will take responsibility for the quality and effectiveness of care delivered by the multidisciplinary team and other agreed areas of the service.To act as a visible clinical leader by actively participating in and coordinating patient focused care.To contribute strategically to the development of the multidisciplinary team and its services.To be responsible for the day to day operational management of the Unit.To support other senior Clinical leaders in the management of patients and staff within the directorate as required.About usOxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possibleOur vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:Excellent opportunities for career progressionAccess to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceNHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailersLease car schemeCycle to work schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeMental Health First AidersStaff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion teamJob responsibilitiesTo provide strong clinical leadership to the AEMU team on a day-to-day basis. The unit provides high quality, responsive care with an 'ambulatory by default' approach to support the care closer to home agenda. The MDT team comprising of GP's, Nurses, Paramedics, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Support workers and Administration, all whom work in collaboration with the patient to deliver a positive patient outcome and experience.We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.Person SpecificationQualificationsRegistered Adult/ Physical Health Nurse or ParamedicFirst level degree (HEI level 6) in NMC of HCPC registered professionComprehensive Geriatric Assessment or Advanced History Taking module or equivalent similar relevant study (HEI level 7)Practice Assessor/Supervisor or Mentor training/ study dayIndependent non-medical prescribingPGCert Teaching qualification (in addition to practice assessor/ supervisor) (HEI level 6 or 7ContractualAbility to travel independently between sites within the Trust e.g. Abingdon, Witney, Oxford, HenleyKnowledgeDemonstrates knowledge and understanding of local and national issues related to Same Day Emergency CareDemonstrates knowledge of frailty and community workDemonstrates understanding of clinical governanceDemonstrates knowledge of Quality Improvement projectsSkills and TrainingExperience of using NHS Electronic Patient Record systems e.g. EMIS, Cerner, AdastraIT proficient in the use of Microsoft Teams, Word, ExcelCompetent in completing complex patient assessments e.g. CGAQuality Improvement Level 2Management or Leadership training (eLearning or Face to face)Competent in delivering Same day care treatments e.g. IV medication administrationExperiencePost registration experience in community, urgent care or emergency careProfessional experience of working with frail peopleExperience of facilitating team development including identification of individual/team training and development needsExperience of multidisciplinary team workingVaried clinical experience across acute and communityExperience of implementing changes in a teamExperience of managing staff performanceDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr