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Job overview
This role will suit someone with a background in implementing the Medical Practitioners Responsible Officer Regulations or other relevant professional standards regulations. Experience supporting clinical governance systems and processes would also be an advantage for this role.
The Higher Level Responsible Officer (HLRO) team in NHS England South East Region Medical Directorate works within a statutory framework to support healthcare organisations to make sure doctors are working within robust clinical governance structures. The HLRO Team works with designated bodies and their appointed Responsible Officers to fulfil the statutory requirements of the Medical Profession Responsible Officer Regulations.
This role includes working across the South East region, liaising with over 120 designated bodies and the senior medical leaders within those organisations responsible for the medical appraisal and revalidation of doctors.
Office based in either Reading, Southampton or Horley, with hybrid working, the post holder will be expected to spend on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person. Travel throughout the south east region and to London is required.
The HLRO team seeks a highly organised individual with capability and interest in supporting the work of senior medical leaders in their Responsible Officer role. The ideal candidate should be a confident communicator and used to working with external stakeholders.
Main duties of the job
* To work effectively both as part of a small dynamic team and autonomously.
* To work confidently and proactively within the confines of NHS England’s policies and procedures relating to the work of the Higher Level Responsible Officer.
* To manage the day-to-day communications with Responsible Officers and their designated body teams.
* To support the preparation of information and data for regular meetings and the following up of open actions.
* To design and develop databases and spreadsheets for the analysis of information and data collected and held by the HLRO team.
* To support Responsible Officer medical appraisal allocation and to liaise with medical appraisers.
* To provide high quality administrative support for quality review visits to designated bodies.
* To support the organisation and delivery of quarterly virtual and in-person network meetings for Responsible Officers and their teams.
Working for our organisation
The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
* Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
* Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
* Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care.
* Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification, which are attached within this job advert.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in a specialist area.
Knowledge and experience
* Demonstrated experience and application of the Medical Practitioners Responsible Officer Regulations or other relevant professional standards regulations.
Skills and capabilities
* Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend an appropriate course of action to address the issues.
* Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders.
Our commitments to you
We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better patient outcomes. We strive to ensure our people feel trusted, valued and empowered. We’re passionate about nurturing and developing people. When you join us, we want you to grow and excel, and we offer many opportunities for you to do that. We welcome your talent and enthusiasm irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability and/or who are neuro-divergent.
We welcome applications from disabled candidates. If you meet all the essential criteria, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK under the Skilled Worker route are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
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