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Job overview
Embrace Agile Working
We are seeking ambitious, proactive, and forward-thinking Paramedics and Nurses (Adult ) to join our Clinical Assessment Service (CAS). In today's dynamic healthcare landscape, flexibility is key. We are excited to offer agile working options, allowing you to balance your personal and professional life effectively.
This vacancy is not open to current CAS staff as a separate pathway exists internally.
As an Agile Clinical Advisor (Validator), you will be a vital part of our team supporting our Emergency Operations Centres (EOCs). The role intercepts lower acuity and appropriate 999 calls to provide advice and arrange for appropriate care pathways. Our aim is to reduce ambulance demand and Emergency Department admissions safely. You will be an integral part of our team in developing a multi-disciplinary approach to 999 services.
We will offer a variety of contract types including full or part-time positions and remote working
We are looking for full or part time permanent staff ideally to work on our core Rotas. We require a minimum of 18.75hrs per week.
There is a minimum initial training period of 3 weeks, which must be completed on a full-time basis on site at either Norwich, Chelmsford or Bedford. Accommodation can be provided .
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Main Responsibilities:
- Clinical accountability for patients calling 999.
- Work as an autonomous practitioner to provide high quality complex clinical triage.
- Provide appropriate emergency response or referral to an alternative care pathway safely using knowledge, skills, critical thinking, and professional judgement supported by clinical assessment software.
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to reduce ambulance demand and A&E admissions.
- Maintain high standards of clinical triage.
- Collaborate with external agencies to achieve successful outcomes.
Essential Criteria:
- 2 years post-registration experience in a clinical environment
- Experience in A&E, Medical, or Primary Care settings
- Experience of undertaking clinical triage at first point of contact with healthcare services in Accident and Emergency or Urgent Care Setting autonomously
- Demonstrable experience in telephone triage
- Previous experience in making autonomous clinical decisions.
- Able to deal effectively with highly distressed callers
- High level of IT and telephony proficiency
- Ability to utilise critical analysis skills demonstrating knowledge of differential diagnosis during assessment.
- Demonstrable commitment to continual professional development
- Recognise the importance of audit, evaluation, and Clinical Governance
Working for our organisation
NHS Pension: Secure your financial future with our comprehensive NHS pension plan.
- Initial Remote Induction & in-room mentoring: Get started seamlessly with our agile training program.
- Training and Development Opportunities: We invest in your growth and offer pathways for advancing your career.
- Flexible Contracts: Choose from full-time or part-time, with agile working
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
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Candidates who require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the United Kingdom can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position by assessing their circumstances against the criteria specified on the Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK website. We encourage all applicants to review these criteria carefully to understand their eligibility for sponsorship.
References and Employment History: All references from current and previous employers, will be sought via their Human Resources Department and must cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and email address of the Human Resources Department and indicate your current/previous line manager and their departmental details.
All appointments will be subject to currently having a clean disciplinary record.
Please be advised that a No Smoking Policy is in operation throughout the Trust.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme - Under the Trust's commitment 'Positive about Disabled People', if you consider yourself as having a disability and you meet the minimum selection criteria for any post, you will get an automatic interview. By minimum selection criteria we mean that you must provide us with evidence in your application form which demonstrates the essential requirements as set out in the person specification and advertisement for a post.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications, regardless of age, race, religion & belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity or disability.
If you have a disability and wish to send in an alternative format of the application form please contact the Recruitment Team on 01234 243200
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The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date if a large number of applications are received. If you would like to apply for this position then please keep this information in mind when preparing your submission.
Please note that if you have not had a response from us after one month of submitting your application, you have not been shortlisted for interview.
Remote Clinical Advisor (Validator) - Agile Working employer: East of England Ambulance Service Trust
At Make Ready Services within the East of England Ambulance Services NHS Trust, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a difference in our communities. Our supportive work culture fosters teamwork and inclusivity, with numerous employee growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits including generous annual leave, NHS pension scheme, and access to mental health resources. Located in a vibrant region with diverse communities, we encourage flexible working arrangements to help our staff achieve a healthy work-life balance while contributing to vital emergency services.
Contact Details:
East of England Ambulance Service Trust Recruitment Team
