To lead on generic health advising within sexual health services, offering specialised advice and support in providing a comprehensive service for investigation, treatment and control of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including HIV.

To provide advice, information, education counselling and provide partner notification (PN) to patients diagnosed with sexually transmitted infections, e.g. chlamydia, gonorrhoea, herpes, syphilis and hepatitis B and C. This service aims to impact positively on the experience of patients by providing high standards of care, advice and clinical practice, working across boundaries and in conjunction with primary and secondary care and other agencies.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

Sexual Health in Weymouth is part of a Pan-Dorset service. We are an integrated team, providing people in Dorset support for any sexual health need, including but not restricted to contraception, Genito-Urinary issues, termination advice, psycho-sexual counselling and HIV provision.

The Sexual Health Adviser, is an integral part of the team. They work closely with local labs and the results coordinator, to ensure all patients receive their correct results in a timely and efficient way. They have oversight of all positive results in the service. They a point of contact for those who require treatment, including support with their diagnosis, or support with telling partners about their infection by providing a safe and confidential space.

Liaison with all members of the team is important for best practice and evidence-based care, so excellent communication skills are required.

We are a teaching Trust so have many students from many disciplines, including medics, nursing, nurse associates and psychologists. Sexual Health is a popular choice for placements and spoke days, so skills with mentoring and supervision will be helpful.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of theirlives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a widerange of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or verygood experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urbanlocations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots ofways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testamentto our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe inequal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, whereeveryone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be thebest version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, andteach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better everyday through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• 1 st Level Registered Nurse with degree or relevant degree level study, e.g. psychology, social sciences, relevant teaching/mentoring qualification
• At least three years practice of which two years is within sexual health speciality
• Knowledge, skills and competency gained through experience working at Band 6 level in relevant area
• Health Advisors Sexually Transmitted Infection Foundation qualification or willingness to undertake

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Three years post registration experience in a clinical setting
• Experience of working with vulnerable groups, e.g. sexual assault, addiction, chem sex
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of current issues and trends in sexual health

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

Essential

• Information technology skills

PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to patients and others
• Demonstrates listening skills and empathy
• Time management
• Flexible approach

BUSINESS TRAVEL

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Weymouth Community Hospital

Melrose Avenue

Weymouth

DT4 7TB

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