Job description
Individuals who have been diagnosed with Severe Mental Illness (SMI) are at much greater risk than those without SMI, of developing complex Physical Health conditions such as diabetes, respiratory problems, heart conditions and cancer. It is therefore essential that although we are a Mental Health trust, we also closely monitor the Physical Health of this vulnerable group of patients to ensure they receive appropriate care.
This is a new and exciting role which will involve supporting the SMI Physical Health Team in streamlining and restructuring appointment systems, alongside improving the referral pathways into our service and the follow up communication with our Primary Care colleagues. You will play a central part in helping to develop a well organised Team to achieve consistency of care across Norfolk and Waveney.
This role provides great opportunity for flexible working practice.
Working with the Physical Health Team Lead to restructure the organisation of care delivery
Developing new appointment systems and maintenance of same.
Data extraction to support audit
Ensuring that records are updated appropriately.
Provide Admin guidance and support for clinical staff
Monitoring of referrals into service
Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.
Why work for us?We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.
Why Norfolk and Suffolk?The people here are warm and welcoming, you’ll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We’re an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference to our Physical Health Care Team, please click APPLY!
Interview dates are yet to be confirmed, candidates may only be given a minimum of 1 week's notice. You will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.
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