This bank post sits in the in-house flexi team that staffs the Minor Injuries Units across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, run by Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. The work is frontline assessment and treatment of patients with undifferentiated minor injuries and ailments, including wound closure and minor fracture reduction. Shifts cover days and weekends, usually 7.5 to 12.5 hours, and can be chosen around other commitments. Only qualified clinicians are considered, with nurses and paramedics named; current NMC or HCPC registration is needed.
What the job involves
- Assess, diagnose and treat undifferentiated minor injuries and illnesses, from lacerations and fractures to burns and eye problems
- Perform wound closure and minor joint and fracture reduction
- Request radiology within protocols
- Educate patients and families on injury prevention and aftercare
- Work with other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive patient care
- Keep accurate, up-to-date patient records
- Take part in continuing professional development and training sessions
What’s required
Qualifications
- Postgraduate specialist training to degree level in a relevant subject that includes minor illness
Registration & licences
- Current NMC or HCPC professional registration
Experience
- Substantial post-registration practice in MIU, ED, emergency care or similar
Skills & knowledge
- Ability to act calmly in emergencies and respond professionally
- Strong commitment to teaching and learning
Nice to have
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
- Experience of managing a team or service
What’s offered
- Flexible shift choice across days and weekends, with negotiable shift times
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
