Patient Safety Investigator and Inquest Assistant
6 Month Fixed‑Term Contract/Internal Secondment
We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity within the Trust Patient Safety Incident Team. This role is perfect for an aspiring healthcare professional eager to expand their knowledge and skills in a dynamic corporate environment.
This position offers a unique chance to be part of a busy patient safety team, where you will gain invaluable experience in incident management and investigation, with the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of services.
Applications are sought from professionals who have experience in conducting investigations under the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework and can demonstrate an understanding of the Systems Engineering Initiative for Patient Safety Framework. Applicants must also demonstrate a passion for supporting the patient safety and patient experience agenda.
The focus of the role will be on conducting learning reviews such as Response Reviews, Case Reviews and After Action Reviews. Experience of Datix (or similar incident reporting system) is essential. The post holder will have limited involvement in the coronial process.
Responsibilities
* Support the daily management of patient safety incidents within the Trust in line with the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF).
* Conduct thorough initial response reviews to support the team and directorates in deciding the required incident response.
* Maintain a good understanding of the Systems Engineering Initiative for Patient Safety (SEIPS) framework and ensure ‘Being Open’ principles are applied.
* Ensure that Service Users, Carers/Families, Trust Staff and where appropriate, third parties are fully involved in the response process.
* Coordinate a variety of investigation responses such as Patient Safety Incident Investigations (PSII’s), Case Reviews and After‑Action Reviews to support learning.
* Coordinate a programme of embedded learning events focusing on key themes arising from patient safety incidents.
* Support and prepare witnesses for inquest, attend the inquest as a constant attendee and record the inquest when required.
* Deliver Patient Safety Incident Response and SEIPS training to new staff (band 7 and above) who may be asked to be on a patient safety incident response panel.
Qualifications and Experience
* Experience in investigations under the PSIRF.
* Demonstrated knowledge of the SEIPS framework.
* Passion for supporting patient safety and patient experience.
* Experience with Datix or similar incident reporting system.
* Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Benefits and Support
Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services. Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to patients and their families, reinforced by values: We’re Kind, We’re Fair, We Listen, We Care.
Contact Information
Name: Caroline Le Milliere
Job title: Patient Safety Incident Lead
Email: caroline.lemilliere@nhs.net
Telephone: 01322 394340
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