Emergency Department Tobacco Cessation Specialist

Provide CIC; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community interest company is seeking a Tobacco Dependence Advisor (TDA) to enhance smoking cessation efforts in Norfolk’s emergency departments. The role involves providing proactive support to adult patients, delivering immediate advice on quitting, and collaborating with healthcare authorities. Suitable candidates should have relevant qualifications, strong communication skills, and a commitment to public health. This position seeks to reduce smoking prevalence and improve health outcomes, contributing to a Smokefree community by 2030.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a health or social care environment.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with patients and community.
• Understanding of public health and smoking cessation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Promote the new service in Norfolk Acute Trusts.
• Provide evidence-based advice and support to adult patients.
• Record engagement and quit attempts.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Knowledge of smoking cessation techniques

Time management

Education

Relevant health or social care qualification

Job description

A community interest company is seeking a Tobacco Dependence Advisor (TDA) to enhance smoking cessation efforts in Norfolk’s emergency departments. The role involves providing proactive support to adult patients, delivering immediate advice on quitting, and collaborating with healthcare authorities. Suitable candidates should have relevant qualifications, strong communication skills, and a commitment to public health. This position seeks to reduce smoking prevalence and improve health outcomes, contributing to a Smokefree community by 2030.