Moving and Handling Specialist Advisor

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Crewe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Crewe is seeking a dedicated Moving and Handling Specialist Trainer/Adviser. This part-time position will involve developing policies, providing training, and enhancing safety for staff and patients. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in patient handling with substantial healthcare experience and the ability to adapt to varying team needs. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact on patient safety.

Qualifications

• Subject matter expert in inanimate object/patient handling with substantial healthcare experience.
• Ability to adapt knowledge and skills to meet varied team needs.
• Flexibility and openness to developing new ways of working to meet changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the moving and handling lead to develop policy and procedures.
• Provide expert advice and assist managers with risk assessments.
• Design and implement training to local needs.
• Evaluate and select appropriate equipment to enhance patient comfort and safety.

Job description

Overview

The successful candidate will support in the development of a comprehensive moving and handling service for all staff within the trust; joining a dynamic and friendly team who work hard to support the ongoing development of a positive health and safety culture within the trust. The post holder will be a subject matter expert in inanimate object/patient handling and have a wealth of experience gained in a healthcare setting. The ideal person will be able to easily adapt their knowledge and skills to meet the needs of the wide variety of team needs. They will be flexible and open to developing new ways of working to meet changing needs and keen to make a real difference for the safety of both staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist the moving and handling lead to develop policy and procedures to ensure legislative compliance
• Maintain a key worker system to embed NHS E competency assessment and assist the trust in achieving compliance rates
• Provide expert advice: assist managers with risk assessment and the development of safe systems of work and the assessment of patients with complex care needs
• Undertake annual audits
• Design and implement training to local needs
• Work in partnership with Occupational Health, Harm Free, Control and Infection and Tissue Viability teams
• Analyse and review all moving and handling incidents to look for trends and the potential to reduce the likelihood of reoccurrence and share best practice across the organisation
• Evaluate and select appropriate equipment to enhance patient comfort and safety, including slings and transfer aids and the safe movement of inanimate objects
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by providing guidance, support, and training to staff at all levels

Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care and create a safe environment for everyone. If you are enthusiastic about leading initiatives in patient handling and safety, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications and Experience

• Subject matter expert in inanimate object/patient handling with substantial healthcare experience
• Ability to adapt knowledge and skills to meet varied team needs
• Flexibility and openness to developing new ways of working to meet changing needs

Organisation and Additional Information

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Trust aims to promote equality of opportunity and is committed to treating all applicants fairly and on merit regardless of age, gender, race, marital status, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any offences that may have been committed which are

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• Selection is based on the Trust's values, and the criteria outlined in the Job Description for the role.
• Employers have a legal responsibility to ensure that their employees have a "right to work" in the UK. Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust hold a Sponsor Licence, which means that we MAY be able to sponsor you IF the role meets the UK Government requirements for sponsorship. Not all NHS roles are eligible for sponsorship. To be eligible for sponsorship, the role must be in an eligible occupation code and must meet the skill level and the minimum salary threshold. You can find more information on the Government website.
• Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the entry point (bottom) of the pay band.
• Appointments are subject to a 6-month probationary period. LED Doctors are subject to a 3-month probationary period.
• Please provide a contact email address for referees when you submit your application. We will not request any references until after you have been made a formal job offer.
• You will be required to pay for your DBS disclosure (where the post requires one). This will be done via 3 monthly instalments from your pay. We encourage applicants to join and remain registered with the DBS update service.
• We do not reimburse travel to interview expenses.
• Some posts may have implications on existing NHS Pension Scheme arrangements. For further information please visit the NHS Pensions Agency website: https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-pensions
• Secondments will be considered for fixed term positions when both parties agree. Candidates should seek approval from their current line manager before application.

Are you passionate about promoting safety and improving patient care? We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Moving and Handling Specialist Trainer/ Adviser to join our team and make a significant impact on our organisation.

This is a part-time permanent post at band 6 for 15 hours per week. The Trust welcomes applications from applicants who meet the job description criteria and are willing to work in this highly demanding role. Successful candidates are likely to be enthusiastic and pragmatic with the ability to respond to competing demands in a calm and logical manner.

Organisation Context

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire and West Cheshire and Chester. Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford. Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers. Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System. As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we’re reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.