Bank/Overtime Contract EOC Clinical Advisor (Validator) in Chelmsford

EEAST is a great place to work, offering great people and career opportunities in a varied and supportive environment.

Job overview:

CAS is looking to increase its pool of MTS Trained Clinical Staff who currently work in other roles within EEAST providing a Hear and Treat function. This includes UCCH Hub Clinicians, AWD Qualified and signed off CAS Staff, or Advanced Paramedics who can work on Bank Overtime Contracts to support CAS in times of demand on an overtime basis. Applicants must already have a current MTS Qualification and be compliant with MTS Licensing in terms of triages per month.

We are looking for Paramedics and Nurses (Must be Adult & Paediatric qualified).

Main duties of the job:

• This role intercepts lower acuity and clinically appropriate 999 calls, providing advice and arranging for safe and appropriate care pathways for these patients.
• The overarching aim is to appropriately and safely reduce 999 ambulance demand and A&E admissions.
• The candidate will be an integral part of the evolution and establishment of a Regional CAS that will develop a multi-disciplinary approach to 999 call interception as well as routine triage of non-emergency 999 calls.

The successful applicant must hold an NMC nursing registration OR HCPC registered paramedic.

Working for our organisation:

You’ll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone’s throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east. At EEAST we provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.

We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.

We want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities:

For a thorough understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks prior to receiving an unconditional offer. If full employment checks cannot be achieved, then your offer may be withdrawn.

How to apply:

• Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)
• Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement – Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.
• Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

Person specification:

• Currently has Nursing registration with NMC or Paramedic registration with HCPC AND 2 years post registration experience in a clinical environment.
• Current MTS Qualification with EEAST & compliance with recent triages.
• Current EEAST CAS Clinician, UCCH Clinician, Advanced Paramedic or Recently completed CAS AWD and achieved sign off.

• Able to deal effectively with highly distressed callers.

• High level of I.T and telephony dexterity.

• Ability to utilise critical analysis skills demonstrating knowledge of differential diagnosis during assessment.
• Experience of audit, evaluation and Clinical Governance.

Visa and Employment History:

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 website.

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.

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.

Diversity and Equality: 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.