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

fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net.

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 gilliangrubb@nhs.net or Kerry Lowe, Senior Charge Nurse on 01334 696223 or e-mail kerrylowe@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 annemcewan@nhs.net.

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 ruthrobertson2@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net.

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 tracy.mayes@nhs.net 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: admissions@qmu.ac.uk

Telephone:0131 474 0000

Complete the NHS Fife Application Form available on request from tracy.mayes@nhs.net

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: deborahwilson2@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 l.garvey@nhs.net.

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net.

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net.

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net.

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net.

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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: kim.stewart1@nhs.net.

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net.

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 moiradewar@nhs.net.

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 elizabeth.wright5@nhs.net or a.constance@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net

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 fife-uhb.recruitment@nhs.net.

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