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Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Brighton & Hove

AI generated summary

  • You need clinical expertise, the ability to design and adapt equipment, strong engineering skills, and the capability to advise on technical aspects of communication aids.
  • You will assess communication disabilities, develop specialized AAC equipment, ensure its functionality, and provide guidance and documentation on technical use across diverse locations.

Requirements

  • An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Chailey Communication Aid Service (CCAS) for an experienced Clinical Scientist. We are looking for someone to join us with a passion for clinical work and a commitment to facilitate communicative independence for our highly specialist and complex caseload.
  • You will need to take account of the medical, therapeutic, nursing and other requirements relevant to the equipment to be produced/provided and to have adequate clinical knowledge to understand the usage implications of the devices in question.
  • Our Clinical Scientist needs to be able to independently formulate and design, develop and manufacture novel equipment or adapt and modify existing equipment to help solve individual problems where standard equipment does not meet the client’s needs.
  • You will use sound engineering techniques and other specialised practices to develop the equipment required and to seek advice when in doubt.
  • You will need to be responsible for the engineering and functional competence of the equipment produced and to seek advice when in doubt.
  • It will be important to be able to advise all concerned and produce the necessary documentation on the technical aspects of the use of the equipment produced.

Responsibilities

  • You will work effectively as a member of the CCAS team to ensure safe and efficient provision of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
  • You will undertake and where relevant lead highly specialised assessments of children, young people and adults with diverse or complex communication disabilities and use specialist analysis, clinical reasoning, listening skills to determine their requirements.
  • Clinics and interventions will take place at Chailey Clinical services and across East and West Sussex, Surrey, Brighton and Hove as required.
  • You will need to take account of the medical, therapeutic, nursing and other requirements relevant to the equipment to be produced/provided and to have adequate clinical knowledge to understand the usage implications of the devices in question.
  • Our Clinical Scientist needs to be able to independently formulate and design, develop and manufacture novel equipment or adapt and modify existing equipment to help solve individual problems where standard equipment does not meet the client’s needs.
  • You will use sound engineering techniques and other specialised practices to develop the equipment required and to seek advice when in doubt.
  • You will need to be responsible for the engineering and functional competence of the equipment produced and to seek advice when in doubt.
  • It will be important to be able to advise all concerned and produce the necessary documentation on the technical aspects of the use of the equipment produced.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Clinical Scientist position at CCAS?

The primary focus is to facilitate communicative independence for individuals with complex communication and access challenges through the assessment and provision of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solutions.

What types of clients will the Clinical Scientist be working with?

The Clinical Scientist will work with children, young people, and adults who have diverse or complex communication disabilities referred to the service.

What kind of assessments will the Clinical Scientist conduct?

The Clinical Scientist will undertake and potentially lead highly specialized assessments using clinical reasoning and analysis to determine the communication needs of clients.

Where will the clinics and interventions take place?

Clinics and interventions will occur at Chailey Clinical Services and across East and West Sussex, Surrey, Brighton, and Hove as required.

Is experience in engineering required for this position?

Yes, the Clinical Scientist must be able to independently formulate, design, develop, and manufacture novel equipment or adapt existing equipment to meet individual client needs, utilizing sound engineering techniques.

What are the working conditions like for this role?

The role offers varied working environments, including community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex, with flexible working options available.

What support does the organization provide for career development?

The organization provides excellent training, development, and research opportunities to support the professional growth of its staff.

Does the organization have any initiatives for diversity and inclusion?

Yes, the organization embraces diversity and encourages applications from various backgrounds, aiming to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

Who can I contact for informal visits or further details about the position?

For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Samantha Mickelwright, Clinical Scientist, via email at samantha.mickelwright@nhs.net or by telephone at 01825 721506.

What are the organizational values guiding this position?

The organizational values are Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, and Delivering Excellence.

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Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Excellent care at the heart of the community.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2010
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of community-based healthcare services across Sussex, including nursing, therapy, and specialist care. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care that supports people in their homes and communities, aiming to improve health outcomes and enhance well-being. Their purpose is to offer excellent community health services, promote independence, and integrate care to support patients' needs effectively.