VACANCY BULLETIN
16th May 2017
Recruitment Team
Flat 4, Willow Drive, Kirkcaldy, Fife,
KY1 2LF
Tel: 01592 648131
The full application pack including the application form can be
downloaded online by visiting
www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk
OR
Email the recruitment team quoting the appropriate reference
number
[email protected]
If you require additional support, please contact the
Recruitment Team, Flat 4, Willow Drive, Kirkcaldy Fife, KY1 2LF or
telephone 01592 648131
We are committed to equal opportunities and operate a total no
smoking policy and Guaranteed Job Interview Scheme for People with
Disabilities
CONTENTS
NURSING/MIDWIFERY4
ADVANCED PAEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER4
SENIOR CHARGE NURSE5
SPECIALIST BEREAVEMENT MIDWIFE/NURSE6
CHARGE NURSE7
INFANT FEEDING NURSE/MIDWIFE8
PARKINSONS NURSE SPECIALIST10
HEALTH VISITOR POSTS11
CARDIAC SUPPORT NURSE13
COMMUNITY STAFF NURSE14
OPHTHALMOLOGY STAFF NURSE15
REGISTERED NURSES16
COMMUNITY STAFF NURSE17
STAFF NURSE18
STAFF NURSE19
PHLEBOTOMIST20
SPECIALIST COMMUNITY PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING HEALTH
VISITINGPROGRAMME21
SENIOR MANAGERS23
ICASS MANAGER (WEST)23
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES25
Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC) Change Manager25
Patient Relations Officer27
NHS Fife Fire Advisor (2 posts)28
Referral Administrator for the Fife LD Service Single Point of
Access29
Senior Purchasing Officer30
CS&A PA / Administrator31
Personal Assistant32
Support Medical Secretary33
HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT34
Health Records Clerical Officer35
ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONS36
SPECIALIST PHYSIOTHERAPIST36
RADIOGRAPHER37
STATIC MSK PHYSIOTHERAPIST38
BANK DIETITIAN40
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY TECHNICIAN41
REHAB SUPPORT WORKER42
RADIOLOGY ASSISTANT44
HEALTH SCIENCE SERVICES45
SENIOR AUDIOLOGIST45
AUDIOLOGIST46
OTHER THERAPEUTIC47
SPECIALIST OPTOMETRIST47
SUPPORT SERVICES48
ESTATES INFORMATION SERVICES MANAGER48
Maintenance Craftsperson (Electrical) On - Call49
DOMESTIC ASSISTANT50
DOMESTIC ASSISTANT51
MEDICAL & DENTAL52
CONSULTANT PATHOLOGIST52
TWO CONSULTANT PHYSICIANS IN ACUTE MEDICINE53
CONSULTANT NEONATOLOGIST54
LOCUM CONSULTANT OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY56
SALARIED GPS57
GP PRINCIPALS / SALARIED GPs / ADVANCED NURSE
PRACTITIONERS58
JUNIOR CLINICAL development FELLOWS in acute medicine/medicine
for the elderly (3 posts)59
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES60
FLYING START NHS:60
VACANCY FOR A SALARIED GP OR PARTNER62
GP PARTNER65
Part-time GP Partnership66
RECEPTIONIST POST (28 hours)67
RECEPTIONIST POST (29 hours)67
GP 6 Sessions68
Welfare Officers69
6/7 Session GP Partner70
NURSING/MIDWIFERY
VICTORIA HOSPITAL, KIRKCALDY
PLANNED CARE DIRECTORATE - CHILDRENS UNIT
ADVANCED PAEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER
REF NO: HH216/05/17EBL
SALARY: 32,013 - 42,205
BAND 7 HOURS: 37.5
A vacancy has arisen in the Childrens Unit at Victoria Hospital,
Kirkcaldy for an Advanced Paediatric Nurse Practitioner at Band 7
level to join our team. At present we have 3 qualified Advanced
Paediatric Nurse Practitioner.
Our unit consists of an outpatient department, ambulatory care
unit and an acute paediatric ward. We care for children requiring
both medical and surgical nursing whilst working closely with the
Neonatal Unit, Accident and Emergency department and Theatre
Recovery and the tertiary centres in Edinburgh and Glasgow
You will be required to be a qualified Advanced Paediatric Nurse
Practitioner with recent experience of working as an APNP. You will
be required to work within a multidisciplinary team being
accountable for the delivery of specialised episodes of care.
Excellent communication skills and multi-disciplinary working are
essential
An up to date knowledge of evidence-based practice, and a
commitment to learning and the delivery of clinically effective
care are vital.
For informal enquiries please contact Dr Sean Ainsworth Clinical
Lead on 01592 643355 ext 29119 or Mrs Lana Clacher
Paediatric/Neonatal Nurse Manager on ext 29941.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
VICTORIA HOSPITAL, KIRKCALDY
PLANNED CARE DIRECTORATE WARD 53
SENIOR CHARGE NURSE
REF NO: HH217/05/17EBL
SALARY: 32,013 - 42,205
BAND 7 - HOURS: 37.5
NHS FIFE INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
We are seeking to recruit to this challenging post in our 24
bedded Colorectal ward at the Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior nurse
with the skills to lead the ward team. You should be educated to or
working towards a nursing degree. The post will be predominately
Monday to Friday.
You should have extensive post registration experience with
relevant experience within colorectal surgery. You must also have
proven managerial experience.
As the Senior Charge Nurse, you will be committed to continuous
professional development and possess excellent communication and
organisational skills. As an experienced Nurse you will provide
strong clinical and practical leadership to the Nursing Team,
whilst promoting partnership with the multi disciplinary team.
You are required to be an NHS Fife Employee, Intern or Bank
Staff member to apply for this post. In the first instance
substantive employees will be considered for this post. Where no
application is received from a suitably skilled/qualified
substantive employee, we will then consider all other internal
applications prior to an external advertisement.
For informal enquiries please contact Andy Murray Clinical Nurse
Manager for Planned Care on 01592643355 ext 28956.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
You can request an application pack by email quoting the job
reference number. Our email address is
[email protected].
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
VICTORIA HOSPITAL, KIRKCALDY
PLANNED CARE DIRECTORATE - MATERNITY SERVICES
SPECIALIST BEREAVEMENT MIDWIFE/NURSE
REF NO: HH198/04/17EBL
SALARY: 26,830 - 35,933
BAND 6 HOURS: 37.5 - FIXED TERM FOR 1 YEAR
An exciting new opportunity has arisen in Maternity and Neonatal
Services within NHS Fife for an experienced Midwife/Nurse to
develop the Specialist Bereavement Midwife/Nurse role. This post is
a joint development between NHS Fife and Fife SANDS.
You must possess excellent communication skills and be able to
work within the team and independently.
Responsibilities include coordinating high quality bereavement
care and support for parents within Maternity/Neonatal services.
This post will also be responsible for designing and delivering
training to staff and ensuring Maternity/Neonatal Services meet the
National Standards as set out by the Scottish Government.
An up to date knowledge of evidence based practice and a
commitment to the delivery of clinically effective and
compassionate care is essential for the post.
You will have previous experience of working in a variety of
Midwifery/Nursing roles; previous experience of working
specifically in this area of practice would be advantageous.
Evidence of on-going professional development in a relevant area is
essential.
Applications on a secondment basis will be considered providing
you have agreement from your current line manager.
For informal enquiries please contact Clinical Midwifery
Manager, Isla Barton (01592) 721438 or Head of Midwifery, Aileen
Lawrie (01592) 720022.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23RD MAY 2017
FIFE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
MENTAL HEALTH COMMUNITY SERVICES
STRATHEDEN HOSPITAL
CHARGE NURSE
REF NO: FW364/05/17JE
SALARY: 26,830 - 35,933
BAND 6 HOURS: 37.5
An opportunity has arisen for a forward thinking charge nurses
within the in-patient older adult services at Stratheden
Hospital.
You will assist the senior charge nurses with the daily
management and leadership of the ward area, providing clinical
expertise and supervision to the ward team.
You will be an experienced first level mental health nurse with
excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability
to demonstrate a commitment to service improvement.
The posts will initially be in Elmview and Bayview. These are
transitional care wards which are continually evolving to deliver a
high standard of person centered care to people living with
dementia and other organic conditions.
For informal enquiries please contact Gillian Grubb, Senior
Charge Nurse on 01334 696058 or e-mail [email protected] or
Kerry Lowe, Senior Charge Nurse on 01334 696223 or e-mail
[email protected]
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
VICTORIA HOSPITAL, KIRKCALDY
PLANNED CARE DIRECTORATE SPECIAL CARE BABY UNIT
INFANT FEEDING NURSE/MIDWIFE
REF NO: HH219/05/17EBL
FIXED TERM FOR 12 MONTHS
SALARY: 26,830 - 35,933 PRO RATA
BAND 6 HOURS: 30
A vacancy has arisen in the Special Care Baby Unit Victoria
Hospital, Kirkcaldy for a Band 6 Infant Feeding Nurse/Midwife
We are a Level 3 Neonatal Unit, consisting of 4 ITU, 2 High
Dependency and 14 Special Care cots.
At present we have 4 qualified Advanced Neonatal Nurse
Practitioners in post.
We are a forward thinking unit looking for an individual to join
our team
You must possess excellent communication skills, and be able to
work within the team as well as on your own initiative.
You will be expected to deliver a high standard of care and use
a holistic approach to family centred care.
An up to date knowledge of evidence based practise and a
commitment to the delivery of clinically effective care within
neonates is essential.
You will have experience with Infant Feeding and working within
a neonatal unit.
Applications on a secondment basis will be considered providing
you have agreement from your current line manager.
For informal enquiries please contact Senior Charge Nurse Lynn
Kuz, on 01592 729192/ ext 29192 or Donna Robertson, Infant Feeding
Advisor on 07810637767.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
VICTORIA HOSPITAL, KIRKCALDY
EMERGENCY CARE DIRECTORATE PARKINSONS SERVICE
PARKINSONS NURSE SPECIALIST
REF NO: HH220/05/17EBL
SALARY: 26,830 - 35,933 PRO RATA
BAND 6 HOURS: 30
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a registered nurse to
join the Parkinsons Nurse Specialist team within the organisation.
The Fife wide Parkinsons Nurse Specialist service was set up over
17 years ago and provides specialist advice, information, support
and education for people with Parkinsons and allied conditions. It
is also a resource for professionals involved in their management
within health, social care and the voluntary sector at all stages
of the condition. The service predominantly works within the
Movement Disorder clinics across the region which are supported by
multidisciplinary teams.
You will be an experienced first level registered nurse with
significant post registration experience. Evidence of ongoing
professional development and be able to demonstrate relevant
clinical experience. You should have proven experience and interest
in Parkinsons Disease and multidisciplinary team management of long
term conditions. Excellent communication skills, organisation and
analytical skills are considered essential. Regular travel
throughout Fife is required.
For informal enquiries please contact Lynne Campbell Clinical
Nurse Manager on 01592 643355 ext 26614 or Lynda Kearney Lead
Parkinsons Nurse Specialist on 01592 643355 ext 20248.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
FIFE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
NHS FIFE HEALTH VISITING VACANCIES
HEALTH VISITOR POSTS
REF NO: FW323/02/17EBL
SALARY: 26,830 - 35,933 PRO RATA
BAND 6 HOURS: FULL AND PART-TIME
Are you a registered Health Visitor or Graduate Health Visitor?
Are you a flexible team player who is able to demonstrate a
willingness to adapt to new ways of working? Does the thought of
developing and delivering innovative practice excite you? If you
answered Yes to the above then apply for one of these posts and be
part of our continued commitment to improving the health and well
being of children and young people in Fife.
You will have an excellent knowledge of the current development
in health visiting and have a proven track record of continuous
professional development and innovative practice.
You will provide an accessible, high quality, culturally
sensitive and effective Health Visiting Service to the Children and
Families of NHS Fife, working in partnership with service users,
care providers and other agencies. Good communication and
organisational skills coupled with the ability to work within a
team setting as well as independently, will be essential
requirements of these posts. You will have excellent communication
and interpersonal skills and embrace skill mix team working. Some
of these are challenging posts which require experience in dealing
with a wide variety of health and social issues. In return, the
work offers excellent learning and development opportunities and is
a stimulating environment to work in.
Ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of service
delivery is essential for this post.
YOUR FUTURE, OUR FUTURE, FIFES FUTURE
With its vibrant fishing villages, magnificent beaches and miles
of peaceful countryside, Fife is the perfect place to develop your
career with the NHS. Steeped in history and buzzing with local
restaurants and shops, Fife has something to offer everyone and its
excellent transport links means youre never far from Scotlands
major cities.
We are passionate about improving our service and actively
encourage support and involvement from local people to allow them
the chance to help shape their NHS. Were looking for Health
Visitors who share that passion to provide client-centred care
thats safe and clinically effective for the children and families
of Fife.
For informal enquiries please contact Judith Gemmell, Lead Nurse
on 01383 565373.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 13TH JUNE 2017
FIFE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
WEST DIVISION
DUNFERMLINE & WEST FIFE AREA
CARDIAC SUPPORT NURSE
REF NO: WD243/05/17LB
FIXED TERM FOR 12 MONTHS
SALARY: 22,440 - 29,034 PRO RATA
BAND 5 - HOURS: 20
This post offers an excellent opportunity for a cardiac support
nurse to work within Fifes Community Cardiac Nurse Team to enhance
care and support new and existing services.
The Cardiac Support Nurse role supports the delivery of care to
support recovery in the community post cardiac event including
heart failure. You will support the Cardiac Specialist Nurses
providing short term intensive support to patients with heart
disease so they can self manage their condition in the long term.
The role includes the identification of risk factors and risk
factor management and supporting the titration of medications. It
involves working in partnership across primary and secondary care,
including agencies and organisations outside the NHS to support
people with heart disease through health behaviour change
You should have some experience in cardiac nursing, good
communication skills and the ability to work both autonomously and
as part of a team.
Applications on a secondment basis will be considered providing
you have agreement from your current line manager.
For informal enquiries, please contract Anne McEwan, Team
Leader, Ward 12 Lynebank Hospital, Dunfermline on 01383 565166 or
[email protected].
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23RD MAY 2017
FIFE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
FIFE WIDE DIVISION
SCHOOL NURSING SERVICE
COMMUNITY STAFF NURSE
REF NO: FW360/05/17LB
SALARY: 22,218 - 28,746
BAND 5 HOURS 37.5
Are you a staff nurse with community experience who is looking
to develop their career within the School Nursing Service? We are
currently recruiting for a Community Staff Nurse with the Fife wide
School Nursing Team.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop skills within School
Nursing. Knowledge of issues affecting Children & Young People
and the role of the contemporary School nurse is desirable.
Experience working with Children & Young People in Community
settings and a knowledge of Child Protection processes is essential
as is experience Immunising children & Young People.
You will be working within a close team so the ability to work
within a team as well as on your own is essential. You should be a
registered nurse with a compassionate, caring nature who will focus
on the delivery of high quality care. You will be fully supported
through mentorship, induction and teaching programmes. In return
you must be committed to your own professional development and
updating your own PDP.
Interviews will be held on Monday 5th June 2017.
For informal enquiries please contact Valerie Reid Team Leader,
School Nursing Service 01592 645219.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23RD MAY 2017
QUEEN MARGARET HOSPITAL, DUNFERMLINE/VICTORIA HOSPITAL,
KIRKCALDY
PLANNED CARE DIRECTORATE - OPHTHALMOLOGY
OPHTHALMOLOGY STAFF NURSE
REF NO: HH199/04/17EBL
SALARY: 22,440 - 29,034
BAND 5 HOURS: 37.5
NHS FIFE INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
We are looking for a ophthalmic staff nurse to join our dynamic
ophthalmology team within NHS Fife. The post involves providing
specialist ophthalmic care in paediatric and adult ophthalmology
clinics. Further opportunities to be involved in teaching of junior
medical staff nursing staff, are available and research/audit is
actively encouraged with regular in-service training within the
department.
This post would suit a band 5 staff nurse who has had previous
experience in ophthalmology.
Fife is situated within a commutable distance from Edinburgh and
the central belt of Scotland.
You are required to be an NHS Fife Employee, Intern or Bank
Staff member to apply for this post. In the first instance
substantive employees will be considered for this post. Where no
application is received from a suitably skilled/qualified
substantive employee, we will then consider all other internal
applications prior to an external advertisement.
For informal enquiries please contact Ruth Robertson Senior
Charge on 01592 643355 ext 20214 or via email on
[email protected]
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
You can request an application pack by email quoting the job
reference number. Our email address is
[email protected].
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23RD MAY 2017
NHS FIFE
EMERGENCY CARE DIRECTORATE
VICTORIA HOSPITAL
REGISTERED NURSES
REF NO: HH255/01/16JE
SALARY: 22,440 - 29,034 PRO RATA
BAND 5 HOURS: FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME POSTS AVAILABLE
Are you a newly qualified or experienced staff nurse looking to
utilise and broaden your clinical experience and develop leadership
skills? If so, we would like to hear from you to join our nursing
team. Emergency Care Directorate is a diverse collection of
specialties offering a challenging and fulfilling working
environment.
We are looking for professional, and hard-working nurses, both
experienced and newly qualified who are committed to delivering
high standards of safe, quality, patient-centred care.
You must have excellent communication skills with the ability to
work efficiently and effectively within our multi-disciplinary
teams. You must be able to demonstrate clinical excellence in your
nursing knowledge and practice and should be keen to develop your
own specialist clinical knowledge.Nurses within the Directorate are
encouraged and supported when it comes to optimising their skills
and progressing their careers.
For further information regarding vacancies contact Lynne
Campbell on 01592 643355 ext 24455
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
FIFE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
WEST DIVISION
KIRKCALDY AREA
COMMUNITY STAFF NURSE
REF NO: WD245/05/17LB
SALARY: 22,440 - 29,034 PRO RATA
BAND 5 - HOURS: 20
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced staff nurse to work
in the Kirkcaldy area.
You will have excellent communication and clinical decision
making skills with a knowledge of community working and an interest
in providing high quality patient centered care. A flexible
approach to working within the community and an interest in caring
for patients in their own home is required.
This post includes participation in the weekend rota so that
essential care can be delivered over 7 days to patients.
An orientation programme will be available to support the
successful candidate.
An ability to travel throughout the area is essential.
For informal enquiries, please contact DN Team Leader Pam
Goodall on 01592 645223 or 07900161821.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
VICTORIA HOSPITAL, KIRKCALDY
EMERGENCY CARE DIRECTORATE MEDICAL HIGH DEPENDENCY
STAFF NURSE
REF NO: HH221/05/17EBL
SALARY: 22,440 - 29,034 PRO RATA
BAND 5 - HOURS: FULL TIME & PART TIME AVAILABLE/12.5HR
SHIFTS
Medical High Dependency is an 8 bedded unit delivering care to
critically ill patients.
We are looking for a forward thinking individual to join our
team. You should have experience of acute medicine and want to work
in a demanding fast paced environment.
You will be expected to work nights, holidays and weekends to
meet the needs of the service.
For informal enquires please contact Carol Slater Senior Charge
Nurse on 01592 643355 ext 20029 or Bernadette McEnaney Charge Nurse
on ext 21957.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
QUEEN MARGARET HOSPITAL, DUNFERMLINE
EMERGENCY CARE DIRECTORATE WARD 15 - DERMATOLOGY
STAFF NURSE
REF NO: HH223/05/17EBL
SALARY: 22,440 - 29,034 PRO RATA
BAND 5 HOURS: 12
This is an exciting opportunity to join the dermatology team at
Queen Margaret Hospital. This post will offer you development in
all fields of dermatology nursing. You will be required to, assist
at general dermatology clinics, dressings, phototherapy, pediatric
clinics, assisting at both consultant and nurse led surgery, patch
testing and phlebotomy.
You will also be given the opportunity to develop in
Iontophoresis nurse led clinics and your own special interest in
dermatology eg. Biologics, nurse led systemic treatments,
pediatrics and hair and nail clinics. We also run a lower leg
dermatology clinic and specialist vulval clinic
There will be specialised training available in the fundamentals
of dermatology at level 9, and a phototherapy course.
For informal enquiries please contact Una Donaldson on 01383
627015.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
FIFE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
EAST DIVISION
ST ANDREWS/LEUCHARS/BALMULLO
PHLEBOTOMIST
REF NO: ED251/04/17LB
SALARY: 15,532 - 18,903
BAND 2 - HOURS: 21.25 - MON-FRI MORNINGS
A vacancy has arisen within the Phlebotomy Service in North-East
Fife. This is a small team which provides phlebotomy services to
G.P practices in this area and is line managed by the Senior Charge
Nurse in the Out Patients Department at Adamson Hospital.
We are looking for a trained phlebotomist to cover our daily
morning clinics in St Andrews Community Hospital, Leuchars and
Balmullo surgeries.
You must be proficient in venepuncture and be confident in the
use of a range of I.T systems. Although you will predominantly work
within the same clinics you may be expected to travel between
practices to familiarize yourself with the various other clinics.
This would enable you to provide appropriate cover, where required,
for the other phlebotomists.
This post requires excellent organisational and communication
skills. You will also be responsible for orientating and supporting
bank phlebotomists.
Informal Enquiries: Senior Charge Nurse Heather McKellar 01334
651334 or Phlebotomy Supervisor Kay Morrison. 07768034946.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23RD MAY 2017
SPECIALIST COMMUNITY PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING HEALTH
VISITINGPROGRAMME
EDUCATION PROGRAMMECOMMENCING September 2017
What is the programme?
Being a health visitor offers an excellent opportunity to make a
valuable contribution to supporting the health and wellbeing of
children and young people.
NHS Fife are offering sponsored places on the Postgraduate
Diploma Person Centred Practice (Health Visiting). Successful
completion of this programme will enable you to register on the
specialist part of the NMC register which is essential to being a
health visitor.
Applications are invited from nurses/midwives who wish to be
considered to undertake this programme on a full-time basis
only.
To be considered you mustmeet the QMU academic requirements as
well as the professional entry requirements for the programme.
Applicants will have an understanding of the role and an enthusiasm
to develop their careers within this speciality.
How CanI find Out More?
Informal enquiries canbe directed to Debbie Wilson, Lead Nurse
on 01383 565373 (Internal 35373)
In addition if you would like to find out more about health
visiting training and a future career as a health visitor or school
nurse then please come along to an information session on Wednesday
19th April 2017, at 11am, being held in The Seminar room, Whytemans
Brae Hospital, Kirkcaldy. This will be a great opportunity meet
with practice teachers within NHS Fife and the programme lead from
Queen Margaret University. Whether you are considering applying
this year or in the future then we would be delighted to meet with
you and will be happy to give you more information and answer any
questions you may have. Please notify [email protected] if you
wish to book at place to attend this session.
How DoI Apply?
To apply for the Postgraduate Diploma Person Centred Practice
(Health Visiting), applicants must:
Apply directly to Queen Margaret University by completingthe
online application form
If you need to contact QMU once you have made your application
please do so as follows:
E-mail: [email protected]
Telephone:0131 474 0000
Complete the NHS Fife Application Form available on request from
[email protected]
The completedNHS Fife application form should be sent, along
with a copy of the application form you have submitted to Queen
Margaret University to Debbie Wilson, Lead Nurse, Ward 12, Lynebank
Hospital by 31st May 2017
Please note that applicants must obtain support for their
application from their Line Manager.
Debbie WilsonLead Nurse
Ward12, Lynebank Hospital
Telephone: 01383 565373 (35373)E-mail:
[email protected]
SENIOR MANAGERS
FIFE HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
WHYTEMANS BRAE & QUEEN MARGARET HOSPITAL ICASS
ICASS MANAGER (WEST)
REF NO: WD241/05/17AA
SALARY: 40,833 - 49,000
BAND 8a - HOURS: 37.5
Fife Health and Social Care (H&SC) Partnership is looking
for a manager for the ICASS services in West Division. The West
Division offers great opportunities across the diversity of both
hospital and community based services. This includes Hospital at
Home and Intermediate Care teams.
There is also excellent opportunity to be involved developing
new models of care within integrated teams in close partnership
with multidisciplinary colleagues, Social Care, Independent and
Third Sector Services.
This role will provide management and leadership for Safe,
Effective, Person Centred practice and the development of a highly
skilled, effective Intermediate care workforce to meet the needs of
people in Fife, aligned to the H&SC Strategic Plan, and NHS
Fife's Clinical Strategy. As ICASS manager you will provide
leadership, develop Intermediate Care services, embed quality and
support transformational change.
In applying for this role you will be an AHP or Nurse registered
with the relevant council and have evidence of leadership and /or
management post graduate education. This role requires someone with
a proven track record of success in leading service improvement,
delivering and monitoring high quality standards of care and to be
proactive in their approach to partnership working.
Please refer to the job description for more detail around the
role, skills and experience required.
For informal enquiries please contact Anne McAlpine, Clinical
Services Manager West, Lynebank Hospital, 01383 623623 ext
22275
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23rd May 2017
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
FIFE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
Lynebank Hospital, DUNFERMLINE
Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC) Change Manager
REF NO: FW361/05/17AC
12 month secondment opportunity
Salary: 32,013 - 42,205 PRO RATA
Band 7 Hours: 26
Getting it right for every child (GIRFEC) is a national
programme that aims to improve outcomes for all children and young
people in Scotland. It seeks to do this by providing a wellbeing
framework for Health and all other services and agencies working
with children and families to deliver a co-ordinated approach which
is appropriate, proportionate and timely. It puts the child any
young person at the centre.
Implementing GIRFEC is an important function and we require an
individual who will create the culture and mechanisms that will
drive this national programme for children and young people
forward. Implementation will be supported by the Guide to Getting
it right for every child (Practice Guide) published by the Scottish
Government that demonstrates how the GIRFEC Practice Model and
tools can complement current practices to secure better outcomes
for children and young people.
This post fulfils a key pivotal role leading the development and
implementation of all aspects of GIRFEC and the Children and Young
Peoples Act Scotland 2104 within childrens services across Fife.
The post holder will work closely with staff in universal and
targeted support services, working in partnership with other
services, partners and agencies.
NHS Boards have an important role in creating conditions to
support the workforce to drive the GIRFEC programme forward. To do
this, a dedicated Change Manager is required with responsibility
for GIRFEC implementation across NHS Fife and Fifes Heath and
Social Care Partnership.
Applications on a secondment basis will be considered providing
you have agreement from your current line manager.
For informal enquiries please contact Lynne Garvey, Senior
Manager for Childrens Services on 01383 565233 or email
[email protected].
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
CORPORATE DIRECTORATE
Hayfield House, Kirkcaldy
Patient Relations department
Patient Relations Officer
Ref no: hh204/04/17ac
Salary: 26,830 - 35,933
Band 6 Hours: 37.5
Due to a restructure within the Patient Relations Team, we have
an exciting opportunity to recruit a new member of staff. We are
looking for someone who is able to manage a busy case load and work
flexibly to meet the needs of the Service.
You are required to have excellent communication and
interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team. You
will be required to demonstrate an ability to prepare written work
to a high standard, be analytical in your thinking and be able to
negotiate to achieve the best outcomes for people.
As an advocate for patient / human rights you will have a good
working knowledge of the NHS and recent policy developments in
relation to Health and Social Care. We offer a challenging but
rewarding position within a team that is committed to improving
services.
For informal enquiries please contact Mrs Louise Ewing, Patient
Relations Manager on 01592 648153.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected].
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23RD MAY 2017
Corporate directorate
Hayfield Clinic, Kirkcaldy
Staff wellbeing and safety
NHS Fife Fire Advisor (2 posts)
Ref no: hh231/05/17ac
Salary: 22,440 - 29,034
Band 5 Hours: 37.5
Applications are invited for the posts of Fire Advisors within
NHS Fife. This is a challenging role, ensuring the safety of
patients and staff in a wide range of premises, maintaining
compliance with fire safety legislation and assisting development
projects to meet current fire safety standards.
Working as part of the NHS Fife Health and Safety Team and
alongside other fire safety advisors, you will be responsible
for:
providing specialist technical advice to NHS Fife Managers in
interpreting and applying NHS Scotland Firecode, current fire
safety legislation and current building legislation
delivering staff fire safety training and promoting fire safety
in the workplace
conducting and reviewing fire risk assessments, developing
remedial action plans and liaising with enforcement and other
agencies
advising in-house and partnership project teams to ensure
compliance with statutory and Firecode requirements for improvement
works.
Ideally, you will have experience of assessing and advising on
fire safety or health and safety in a large complex organisation or
as a specialist fire safety officer with a Fire and Rescue Service
or similar organisation.
You should hold an accredited Fire Safety or Health and Safety
qualification, or have evidence of equivalent formal Fire Safety or
Health & Safety training, e.g. as a Fire Safety Assessor or
Verifier.
You will be able to demonstrate good inter-personal
communication and training skills.
For informal enquiries, please contact Craig Webster, H&S
Manager, NHS Fife Staff Wellbeing and Safety on 01592 643355 ext:
20412.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
FIFE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
Lynebank Hospital, Dunfermline
Referral Administrator for the Fife LD Service Single Point of
Access
REF NO: FW356/04/17AC
Salary: 20,302 - 22,910 PRO RATA
Band 4 Hours: 36 (worked Monday Thursday from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00
p.m. and Friday 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.)
An opportunity has arisen to work within the Fife Learning
Disabilities Service. This service provides specialist health
services on a Fife-wide basis for people with varying degrees of
learning disabilities from mild to multiple and complex.
The post administratively supports a single point of access for
referral to the three Community Learning Disability Teams by
processing referrals received from General Practice, Care
Providers, Social Work, patients and families, etc. You will be
receiving, recording, processing and responding to referral
requests as well as responding to general queries. In addition
there are other office duties you will be required to undertake to
support the Fife Learning Disabilities Service, including providing
annual and ad hoc reports, typing, minute taking, etc.
As the initial point of contact for referrals, you must have
excellent communication skills, as well as excellent organisational
and numeracy skills. You will be required to have a typing speed of
50 wpm and be proficient in IT skills (particularly in the use of
Word and Excel or similar). You will be trained in Secretarial or
Administrative Studies and have significant experience of
administrative work.
For informal enquiries please contact Sarah Carr, Clinical
Services Facilitator on 01383 565280.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected].
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23RD MAY 2017
FIFE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy
Pharmacy Department
Senior Purchasing Officer
REF NO: WD244/05/17AC
Salary: 20,302 - 22,910
Band 4 Hours: 37.5
The pharmacy department is looking for a hard working individual
to join our team in this new, exciting and challenging role within
pharmacy.
The ideal candidate will be flexible, have good communication,
interpersonal, and organisational skills including the ability to
manage a team.
You must have good general clerical skills, excellent keyboard
skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Packages.
You will be based at the Victoria Hospital, but may be required
to work at the Queen Margaret to meet the needs of the service.
For informal enquiries please contact Linda Russell, Lead
Pharmacy Technician or Jackie Maxwell, Senior Pharmacy Technician
on 01592 648037.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected].
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23RD MAY 2017
Queen Margaret Hospital, DUNFERMLINE
Clinical Support and Access directorate
CS&A PA / Administrator
REF NO: HH215/05/17AC
Salary: 20,302 - 22,910
Band 4 Hours: 37.5
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Clinical Support
and Access directorate working as an experienced and highly skilled
PA / Administrator. You will provide a comprehensive PA service to
the General Manager and be an efficient administrator to the wider
directorate team as required.
You will be responsible for the compilation of electronic
documentation, typing reports, creation of spreadsheets for
department use and planning and organising meetings.
You will have exceptional organisational and communication
skills; excellent IT skills including a very good knowledge of all
Microsoft Word packages which are essential in collating and
preparing key statistical data for the directorate.
Educated to HNC level (or equivalent) you will be required to
work both independently and demonstrate team working skills.
The post will be based in Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline
however, the ability to work across both Queen Margaret and
Victoria Hospital is essential.
A level of English language competency and communication skills
necessary to perform this role safely and effectively is
required.
For informal enquiries, please contact Diane Murray, Admin
Services Manager on 01592 643355 ext 28426.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
NHS FIFE PUBLIC HEALTH
CAMERON HOUSE, Windygates
Personal Assistant
Ref no: hh214/05/17ac
FIXED TERM UNTIL 31st MARCH 2018
Salary: 20,302 - 22,910
Band 4 Hours: 37.5 (Monday to Friday)
NHS FIFE INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
We are looking for a confident and organised individual to join
the Public Health Department based in Cameron House,
Windygates.
You will provide professional personal assistance to a
Consultant in Public Health Medicine and other associated staff
within the Department. Skills and competencies associated with
previous experience to a high level within a secretarial post are
essential. You will also provide a comprehensive administrative
service at designated local, Fife wide, regional & national
meetings which will include minute taking. Advanced skills in
preparing reports and presentations will be required.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to use your own
initiative and work as part of a wider team are essential. The
aptitude to work to strict deadlines, under pressure with minimal
supervision is also required.
You should be educated to HNC / HND level or have equivalent
experience. Advanced knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages is
essential. Experience gained in a health care setting would be
advantageous.
Applications on a secondment basis will be considered providing
you have agreement from your current line manager.
You are required to be an NHS Fife Employee, Intern or Bank
Staff member to apply for this post. In the first instance
substantive employees will be considered for this post. Where no
application is received from a suitably skilled / qualified
substantive employee, we will then consider all other internal
applications prior to an external advertisement.
For informal enquiries please contact Jeanne Brown, Office
Manager on 01592 226459 or Margaret Hannah, Director of Public
Health on 01592 226459.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
You can request an application pack by email quoting the job
reference number. Our email address is
[email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30TH MAY 2017
VICTORIA HOSPITAL, KIRKCALDY / QUEEN MARGARET HOSPITAL,
DUNFERMLINE
SECRETARIAL SERVICES
Support Medical Secretary
REF NO: HH207/04/17AC
Fixed Term TO COVER MATERNITY LEAVE
Salary: 17,760 - 20,727 PRO RATA
Band 3 Hours: 34 (Monday to Friday)
We require a Support Medical Secretary to join our team, to
cover maternity leave, providing administrative and secretarial
support within the Acute Service.
You should have proven secretarial and administrative experience
and possess excellent communication, organisational and problem
solving skills. You should be a competent audio typist with a
robust working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of
NHS Waiting Times is desirable; knowledge of medical terminology
would be an advantage.
You are required to be a flexible individual and have the
ability to work on your own or with others.
Applications on a secondment basis will be considered providing
you have agreement from your current line manager.
For informal enquiries please contact Mandy Struthers,
Secretarial Team Leader on 01592 643355 ext 21575.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected].
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23RD MAY 2017
CORPORATE DIRECTORATE
HAYFIELD HOUSE, KIRKCADY
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTORATE
HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
REF NO: HH213/05/17ac
SALARY: 17,760 - 20,727
BAND 3 HOURS: 37.5 - FIXED TERM for 12 months
This is an opportunity to develop your experience in a broad
range of HR issues, providing generalist HR administration and
support to managers and staff within NHS Fife.
With excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving
skills you will be expected to develop and maintain effective
working relationships within a demanding user-led service.
You should have experience of working within a Human Resources
department, or be in possession of a relevant qualification in a
Human Resources discipline.
Applications on a secondment basis will be considered providing
you have agreement from your current line manager.
For informal enquiries, please contact Mechelle Sinclair-Forrow,
HR Officer on (01592) 643355, extension 28863.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23RD MAY 2017
Victoria hospital, kirkcaldy
Inpatient and Emergency Services
Health Records Clerical Officer
Ref no: hh205/04/17ac
Salary: 16,532 - 18,903 pro rata
Band 2 Hours: 12 (Wed, thur & fri 16.00-20.00)
We require a Clerical Officer to provide admin / clerical
support within the Inpatient and Emergency Services Department at
the Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy.
Relevant admin/clerical experience is required as is the ability
to prioritise and deal with the day to day workload in a busy
environment. You will be required to work both independently and as
part of a team.
Hours will be worked to meet the needs of the service which may
include shift and weekend work if this is required.
You should be educated to Standard Grade (or equivalent) with
passes in English and Arithmetic. You must also have good
keyboard/typing skills with the ability to work on your own
initiative. Good organisational & listening skills are
essential as well as a flexible approach to working. A level of
English language competency and communication skills necessary to
perform this role safely and effectively is required.
For informal enquiries please contact Kim Stewart, Health
Records Manager on 01592 643355 ext. 20881 or email:
[email protected].
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected].
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 19TH MAY 2017
ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONS
FIFE HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
WHYTEMANS BRAE HOSPITAL ICASS
SPECIALIST PHYSIOTHERAPIST
REF NO: WD242/05/17AA
SALARY: 26,830 - 35,933 pro rata
BAND 6 - HOURS: 20.5
The postholder will be based at Whytemans Brae providing
physiotherapy as part of the Integrated Community and Support
Services (ICASS). ICASS incorporates a range of services designed
to enable people to remain at home and to support early discharge
from hospital. This can include the management, rehabilitation and
re-ablement of specific acute care needs within patients homes and
other community settings.
You will work closely with other members of the ICASS Team and
wider community services, including the third sector, delivering
quality services focusing on the patients personal outcomes. You
must be able to demonstrate excellent management and leadership
skills, work effectively within a team and also demonstrate the
ability to work independently. You will have excellent
communication skills, organization and clinical reasoning skills.
You must also be able to demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm and a
willingness to be flexible in terms of service delivery within the
system.
Within the service we actively encourage CPD and you will be
expected to participate in service development, clinical audit,
in-service training and evidence based practice.
The ability to travel throughout the area is essential
For informal enquiries please contact Moira Dewar on 01592
648129 or email [email protected].
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23rd May 2017
QUEEN MARGARET HOSPITAL
CLINICAL SUPPORT & ACCESS - RADIOLOGY
RADIOGRAPHER
REF: HH210/05/17AA
SALARY: 22,440 - 29,034
BAND 5 - HOURS: 37.5
A Radiographer is required to join our imaging team in Fife. You
will have the opportunity to gain a wide experience in all aspects
of plain film radiography working on acute and non acute sites.
This post will be based at Queen Margaret Hospital Dunfermline
with rotation to Victoria Hospital Kirkcaldy where you will be a
member of the Out of Hours rota. Both sites are equipped with Fuji
and Carestream Digital general rooms and Carestream National
PACS.
Depending on experience there is the potential to gain
experience in CT
The department supports role extension and actively encourages
CPD with protected study time.
Participation in Public holiday and Out of hours rotas is a
requirement of this post.
For informal enquiries please contact Lesley Henderson,
Superintendent Radiographer on 01383 623623 ext 23303
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23rd May 2017
FIFE HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
FIFE WIDE
STATIC MSK PHYSIOTHERAPIST
REF NO: FW362/05/17AA
SALARY: 22,440 - 29,034
BAND 5 - HOURS: 37.5
We are seeking an experienced physiotherapist with a keen
interest in the management of musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions to
join our team of five experienced Band 5 physiotherapists. The
successful candidate will participate in eight month rotations
between sites predominently at Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline
and Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy. Rotations will be solely within
the MSK speciality.
We expect the successful candidate to have completed at least
two general MSK rotations with a broad spectrum of other clinical
rotations. He or she will be motivated, possess excellent
communication skills and have a willingness to be an active team
player.
The promotion of a person-centred approach to patient care and
staff development are central to our service improvement culture.
We strive to provide a stimulating and learning working
environment, with regular in-service training, peer review,
mentorship and varied experiential opportunties. We actively
encourage Continiung Professional Development (CPD), participation
in service evaluations, clinical audits, and practice development
networks.
We are in the unique position in NHS Fife to be supported by the
only Musculoskeletal Consultant in the East of Scotland and we have
extended scope practitioners in the following specialities; foot
and ankle, spinal, shoulder, hand and knees. You will have the
opportunity to work with the Musculoskeletal Fife wide network to
enhance your own development and that of the MSK service.
MSK Physiotherapy in NHS Fife sits within the Health and Social
Care Partnership and provides clinical experience across the
community and secondary care services.
Fife provides a unique location to live and work, sitting
between the two major cities of Edinburgh and Dundee, with access
to beautiful countryside and coastline locally. The Highlands and
the majority of the countries population are within an hour and a
half drive from central Fife.
For informal enquiries please contact Mark Fargie, Operational
Lead MSK Physiotherapist, Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline on:
01383 623623 ext 22248
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30th May 2017
FIFE HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
FIFE WIDE NUTRITIAN & DIETETICS
BANK DIETITIAN
REF NO: FW363/05/17AA
SALARY: 22,440 - 29,034 pro rata
BAND 5 - HOURS: AS & WHEN REQUIRED
We are looking to recruit registered Dietitians to our Dietetic
Bank. You will be required to be flexible and provide cover across
NHS Fife as required.
The Nutrition & Dietetic Department is a Fife wide service
providing Dietetic care to one Acute hospital, Primary Care
hospitals and the community. The department is currently arranged
into clinical groups for; Acute, Diabetes, Nutritional Support,
Older People and Paediatric. There are also specialist Dietitians
working in Adult Weight Management, Learning Disabilities, Mental
Health, Eating Disorders and Health Improvement.
The Dietetic department takes both undergraduate and graduate
Dietetic students for B & C programmes each year; involving
staff in the delivery and organisation of the programmes. The
department runs regular department training sessions and supports
staff in their continuing professional development. The department
has good clerical support, IT, internet and library facilities.
Registered with HCPC, you will have the skills, competencies and
experience appropriate for the post.
For informal enquiries please contact Jane Yarrow, Clinical Lead
Dietitian, Acute; Tel. 01383 623623 ext 21420, MonThurs or Linda
Lawson, ext 25917, MonThurs.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30th May 2017
FIFE HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
LYNEBANK HOSPITAL LEARNING DISABILITIES
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY TECHNICIAN
REF NO: FW359/05/17AA
SALARY: 20,302 - 22,910 pro rata
BAND 4 - HOURS: 30
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join
our well established and continually developing community service.
You will be required to organise and deliver a range of therapeutic
interventions in a community setting. Applicants should be able to
demonstrate independent management of a caseload including
excellent reasoning, communication and organisational skills.
Service delivery is based on the Model of Human Occupation and
reflects a range of legislation and evidence pertinent to this
client group. Working in partnership with service users and a range
of partner agencies to collaboratively enable service users to
achieve personal outcomes is a key aspect of the post.
You will be expected to support the ongoing development of the
occupational therapy service. We offer a challenging and
stimulating work environment with personal development
opportunities, peer review and supervision.
For informal enquiries please contact Alan White, Occupational
Therapy Manager, Lynebank Hospital on 01383 565288
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23rd May 2017
FIFE HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
ST ANDREWS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL - ICASS
REHAB SUPPORT WORKER
REF NO: ED254/05/17AA
SALARY: 17,760 - 20,727 pro rata
BAND 3 - HOURS: 25
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced RSW to
join our Intermediate Care Team as part of the Integrated Community
& Support Services (ICASS) in the St Andrews Locality. The
Intermediate Care Service provide rehabilitation and reablement to
the adult population within the locality. This will be delivered to
service users as in-patients, out-patients or within their own
home.
The primary function of this role will be to work with the
Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy & District Nursing Services
within Intermediate Care to deliver therapeutic treatment
programmes to service users in the ward setting or their own homes,
preventing hospital admission and supporting early discharge from
hospital. Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists & District
Nursing will provide specialist assessments to this patient group
and allocate work to this post holder. This post will primarily
deal with the function of daily care in the community, a service
provided 365 days of the year from 0800-2200.
You will have an SVQ Level III in Health and Social Care or
equivalent. Experience working as a support worker would be
desirable. It would be desirable to have experience working with
older people as they are the main group of service users
referred.
Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team you will
be expected to carry out ongoing treatment programmes for a mixed
caseload of mainly older people. You will have good organisational
skills, excellent communication skills and be able to work
independently as well as within the team.
There may be occasions where you will be required to work in one
of the other community hospital sites within the Division therefore
the ability to travel throughout the area is essential. You will be
required to work 25 hours flexibly over 7 days.
Our service offers regular supervision, PDP and supports
training opportunities.
For informal enquiries please contact Elizabeth Wright,
Occupational Therapy Team Lead, or Alison Constance, Physiotherapy
Team Lead on 01334 465756 (admin) or by email
[email protected] or [email protected]
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
Application forms can be downloaded from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk,
saved to your PC and returned to the recruitment team by email
attachment. You can also request an application pack by email
quoting the job reference number.
Our email address is [email protected]
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 30th May 2017
VICTORIA HOSPITAL, kirkcaldy
CLINICAL SUPPORT & ACCESS - RADIOLOGY
RADIOLOGY ASSISTANT
REF: HH200/04/17AA
SALARY: 16,532 - 18,903
BAND 2 - HOURS: 37.5
NHS FIFE INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY*
An opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our friendly
team in NHS Fife.
The role involves assisting the staff performing bone density
scans (DXA). Part of the role will be administrative tasks to
ensure the provision of a high quality DXA service.
NHS Fife was an implementation site for the Four Tier Structure
therefore role extension and CPD are actively encouraged.
*You are required to be an NHS Fife Employee, Intern or Bank
Staff member to apply for this post. In the first instance
substantive employees will be considered for this post. Where no
application is received from a suitably skilled/qualified
substantive employee, we will then consider all other internal
applications prior to an external advertisement.
For informal enquiries contact Gail Taylor, Superintendent
Radiographer on 01383 623623 ext 28333 or 28330
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to
appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are
required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their
application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European
Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the
visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the
UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to
remain in the UK.
You can request an application pack by email quoting the job
reference number HH200/04/17AA. Our email address is
[email protected].
We will acknowledge all returned application forms within 24
hours of receipt.
We do not accept CV applications. Applications may be considered
on a job share basis.
CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON ON 23rd May 2017
HEALTH SCIENCE SERVICES
VICTORIA HOSPITAL, kirkcaldy
PLANNED CARE
SENIOR AUDIOLOGIST
REF: HH888/12/16AA
SALARY: 26,565 - 35,577 PRO RATA
BAND 6 - HOURS: 35
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Audiologist to join our
existing Audiology Team providing a client-centred approach to
adults and children experiencing hearing and listening issues.
You will be responsible for the assessment and treatment of
adults within the hospital, community and home settings and support
the diagnostic assessment of children.
You will be involved in the supervision of junior staff/peers as
well as have an active roll in the annual Audiology Team training
and education plan and the maintaining of your personal development
plan.
You will support the delivery of a high quality Audiology
services through participatin