Specialist Practitioner (TLHC)

We are looking for dynamic, enthusiastic and committed specialist practitioner to support the delivery and the development of our Targeted Lung Health Check (TLHC) programme.

Southampton was one of only ten pilot centres in England to deliver targeted lung health screening to our local population. The programme is now expanding to new areas and this is a fantastic opportunity to support health promotion and reduce health inequalities. 

The team provide lung health checks to participants aged 55-74, who are or have been smokers and live in Southampton and surrounding areas and where required, will provide a low dose CT scan.

If you are interested in this role but you are looking for less than full time hours please contact us to discuss.

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. 

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached. 

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. 

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

•    Work in the community environment to carry out the lung health screening programme and ensuring the smooth running of nurse-led clinics.
•    Provide support to nursing staff working on the mobile unit.
•    Provide participants with advice and support to promote healthy lifestyle, including smoking cessation advice and referring for ongoing support as appropriate. Communicate to participants in a way that empowers them to make informed choices about their health and health care.
•    Work in partnership with other healthcare professionals to carry out lung health screening and assess eligibility for low dose CT scans.
•    Ensure participants receive ongoing care that works in partnership with other healthcare professionals including referrals to alternative care pathways and treatments as clinically indicated.

You will need to be able to travel and work across multiple sites within Southampton. This role requires the ability to travel to and from hospital sites and other community settings.