An exciting opportunity has arisen at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust for a  Specialist in Gastroenterology to join our existing team of accomplished Gastroenterologists and Specialist Nurses who have a passion for delivering high-quality care to our patients in the county of Shropshire, Wrekin and Mid Wales.

• Switchboard Operators help run the hospital’s 24-hour phone service and act as a key point of contact for staff and the public. 
• They handle calls, give information, and follow set steps for emergency situations. 
• They monitor alarms and quickly inform the right teams when needed. 
• They work as part of a rota that covers days and nights to keep the service running at all times. 
• They work closely with others to keep the department running smoothly and take part in training to stay up to date. 
• They also help improve the service by sharing ideas and taking on other tasks agreed with their manager. 

• This role involves giving safe, kind, and effective care to people in different settings.
• You will check people’s health, give medicines, and notice when their needs change.
• You will work closely with nurses and other staff, sharing information and helping to plan care.
• You will support and guide less experienced team members while keeping people’s safety, dignity, and wellbeing at the centre of your work.
• You will act professionally, follow the Nursing and Midwifery Code, and keep learning to build your skills. 

• The role involves helping to keep the ward clean, tidy, and safe, including looking after equipment, beds, and supplies.
• You will support staff by preparing patient areas, giving out meals and drinks, and helping with non-clinical tasks that make patients comfortable.
• You will check stock levels, make sure items are in date, and report any problems to the nursing team.
• You will communicate well with patients, visitors, and staff, answer the phone politely, and pass on messages clearly.
• You will follow Trust policies, attend training, and work as part of the team while always acting in a professional and respectful way.

• Provide high-quality nursing care and support to patients attending dermatology and minor operations clinics.
• Assist doctors during procedures, including skin surgery, biopsies and other specialist treatments.
• Help plan and organise clinics and theatre lists, making sure patient information, test results and equipment are ready when needed.
• Support, supervise and teach junior staff and student nurses, helping to maintain a safe, caring and professional environment.
• Give patients and their families clear information and advice before and after treatment, and provide ongoing support when needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records, ensure equipment and supplies are available, and follow all professional, safety and infection control standards.

• To support the qualified therapist (Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist Dietitian and Speech and Language Therapist) in providing a high standard of Therapy intervention following protocols agreed by professional colleagues.
• Therapy intervention following protocols agreed by professional colleagues.
• To work as a positive and proactive member of the multidisciplinary team
• To perform screening assessments and treatment programmes as per agreed
• Protocols with delegated patients.
• To hold responsibility for own delegated caseload following discussion with The Therapist.
• To work within a competency framework to ensure safe practise.
• To use the Trust values at all times as a framework for own behaviour and encourage others to do likewise, ensuring the values underpin all that is done by the Therapy teams.

• You will carry out ultrasound scans on different parts of the body, including abdomen, gynaecology, children, and muscles
• You will write clear reports on your findings and share them with doctors and other staff
• You will make sure patients are comfortable and understand what is happening during their scan
• You will work closely with other healthcare staff to provide a high-quality service
• You will help train students and take part in learning and research to keep your skills up to date
• You may take on extra responsibilities when the lead sonographer is away

• The role involves caring for patients by checking their needs, planning their care, and keeping them safe at all times.
• You will work closely with patients, their families, and the wider team, making sure any changes in a patient’s condition are acted on quickly.
• You will act professionally, follow nursing standards, and speak up for patients to protect their dignity and wishes.
• You will help teach and support junior staff and students, while also keeping your own skills and training up to date.
• You will help lead the team, manage your workload, and make sure the ward runs safely and smoothly.
• You will communicate clearly with patients, families, and colleagues, keeping accurate records and sharing information in the right way.

• Provide or assist patients with personal care/hygiene including occasional direct exposure to bodily fluids etc.
• Toileting, including emptying urinary catheter bags
• After appropriate training, undertake clinical activities as delegated by nursing and medical staff reporting any abnormalities,
• Observations of temperature, pulse, blood pressure & Heights and weight measurements.
• ECG recordings
• Simple dressings and removal of cannulas.
• Phlebotomy, cannulation and BM blood samples.
• Assist patient's preparation prior to clinical procedures and during.
• Undertake patient and other manual handling tasks using the correct equipment and techniques following specific training. 
• Contribute fully to ensure the unit and the kitchen are kept clean and all items and equipment are stored, cleaned and used correctly

• This role supports patients as they move through the eye clinic, helping them feel safe, comfortable, and informed.
• You will help nurses with basic care tasks, such as taking observations and assisting with mobility.
• You will talk with patients and their families, helping them understand what is happening and where they need to go.
• You will keep patient information private and help with simple admin tasks like checking clinic lists and keeping records up to date.
• You will help keep the clinic clean, tidy, and well stocked, and prepare equipment for use.
• You will learn new eye‑care skills, such as checking vision, helping with scans, and supporting minor eye procedures.

• This role supports registered nurses in providing safe and caring support to patients.
• It involves helping patients with everyday needs such as washing, eating, drinking and moving safely.
• You will check and record basic health information and report any concerns to a nurse.
• The job includes keeping the ward clean, tidy and well-organised, and helping with basic admin tasks.
• You will work flexibly across different wards and follow all training, policies and safety rules.
• Good communication, kindness and respect for patients and their individual needs are essential.

• Lead and support the theatre team each day, making sure staff are organised, work well together, and provide safe, high-quality care.
• Coordinate staff and resources effectively, ensuring the right people are in the right roles to meet patient and service needs.
• Deliver and oversee excellent patient care, ensuring patients are treated with dignity, compassion, and respect at all times.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment by following health and safety, infection prevention, and clinical standards.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and colleagues, providing support, guidance, and accurate information when needed.
• Help train, develop, and support staff, while contributing to service improvements that enhance patient care and the overall theatre service.

• Lead and support the theatre team each day, making sure staff are organised, work well together, and provide safe, high-quality care.
• Coordinate staff and resources effectively, ensuring the right people are in the right roles to meet patient and service needs. 
• Deliver and oversee excellent patient care, ensuring patients are treated with dignity, compassion, and respect at all times.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment by following health and safety, infection prevention, and clinical standards.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and colleagues, providing support, guidance, and accurate information when needed.
• Help train, develop, and support staff, while contributing to service improvements that enhance patient care and the overall theatre service.