clinic manager Poole, England
Job description
EATING DISORDERS – Band 6 Clinical Team Leader
Kimmeridge Court is a 10 bedded Inpatient unit and 4 place day programme for over 18’s
It is an exciting time to join the inpatient and day programme team as we have recently moved into a purpose-built new building in the grounds of St Ann’s Hospital, Poole. As a result of additional investment, we are increasing our staff compliment to support the opening of 4 additional beds, taking us from 6 to 10 beds. We have also created new roles to offer opportunity for career progression for staff who wish to remain in eating disorders but do not necessarily want to move out of the inpatient and day programme setting,
The aim will be for you will work in the numbers 2 shifts per week, the remaining 3 days will be 9-5 for management specific responsibilities.
We promote learning and development, and all staff are encouraged and supported throughout their career to grow and develop. We provide an initial induction, Preceptorship, inhouse and other training opportunities, plus clinical and management supervision. Your continuous professional development will be planned and tailored to your needs together with support to achieve your personal objectives set via annual appraisal and you will receive regular clinical and management supervision.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Registered Nurse (RMN) who can work effectively and dynamically in a busy and demanding setting to join our eating disorders inpatient and day programme team as Clinical Team Leader.
The Clinical Team Leader undertakes a dual clinical and leadership role, acting as a deputy for the Ward Manager. They play a key role in the day-to-day management of ward, are a main point of contact for advice/decisions and will support, supervise, and manage staff.
Experience of eating disorders is desirable but not essential as learning and development will be provided.
Experience of line managing is desirable but not essential as training and support will be given.
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
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