Triage Practitioner - Band 6 (Internal Only)

Job overview

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

*Subject to job matching*

Are you a registered nurse or paramedic?

Do you want to enhance your triage skills? Are you ready for a new challenge? Would you like to work in a supportive multi-disciplinary team? East Cheshire GP OOHs may be the place you are looking for.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2 part time contracts in East Cheshire GP Out of Hours. Triage experience is preferable but not essential, full training programme will be provided.

The GP Out of Hours based at Macclesfield Hospital is looking to recruit a Band 6 Triage Practitioner who will work on a part time basis over the 24 hour period including weekends, weekday evenings and nights across a 7 day roster.

The GP Out of Hours service provides Urgent healthcare and advice during Nights, Evenings, Weekends and Bank Holidays when patients own doctors surgeries are closed and we work closely with NHS 111 Service and NWAS (North West Ambulance Service) in providing this care.

Hours per week: 10 x 2 posts (this will work out as 40 hours over a 4 week period)

Main duties of the job

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

As one of our Triage Practitioners, you will clinically assess and prioritise all patients who are referred to the GP OOHs service by 111,  NWAS, ED and other HCP’s (Healthcare Professionals). You will remotely assess patients presenting symptoms and decide whether face to face treatment is required , either urgently or at a later date,  signpost to the appropriate place of care or  provide self care advice appropriate to the patients needs.

To work autonomously but as part of a team of Triage Practitioners, GP’s, Call Handlers and Drivers within the GP Out of Hours service based at Macclesfield District General Hospital.

The post holder will utilise clinical triage and assessment skills, whilst working within the Scope of Professional Practice and adhering to local policies/guidelines.

The post holder will be responsible for the operational delivery of a safe and effective service.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.