We have an exciting role on offer within our Public Health team as a Specialist Prescriber.
Do you want to be part of an exciting new work stream to help improve the lives and wellbeing of others?
We are looking for a passionate, motivated individual to provide specialist prescribing and a range of clinical interventions within our substance use service, working in collaboration with the recovery caseworkers to deliver an effective, comprehensive package of care.
To be successful in this role you need to:
Be a qualified Independent Non-Medical Prescriber, first level registered nurse with a current PIN AND or qualified pharmacist with current GPhC registration.
At least one year’s relevant and recent experience of working within substance misuse treatment but not essential.
Sound and demonstrable knowledge of harm reduction and health promotion interventions.
Ability to assess and recovery plan service users and formulate written reports as necessary.
Ability to communicate confidently and effectively, verbally and in writing.
Full driving licence and access to own transport, or ability to demonstrate easy movement between hubs, as necessary.
You will have a responsibility for:
Prescribe and review medication for accordance with evidence-based practice and national and local protocols.
Identify and assess suitability of service users for in-patient alcohol and opioid detoxification.
Assess physical and mental health needs.
Proactively in the prevention, identification, and treatment of blood borne viruses. Support service users to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles.
Please note this is a fixed term post ending on 31.05.2027.
If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!
If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact, Deborah Miller, Clinical Lead at or call 01642 727227.
Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.
The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.