We are looking for a highly organised individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills to join the legal team at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals. A professional manner and strong interpersonal skills are vital, with the ability to build and maintain good relationships with individuals at all levels.
You will take an active role in supporting the processing of potential claims by conducting preliminary investigations into allegations and small claims, ensuring a thorough and precise examination of each case.
You will also manage the day-to-day operations of litigation claims, including Clinical Negligence, Employer Liability, and Public Liability Claims. Provide essential "In-house" legal advice, contributing significantly to our legal team's success.
Responsibilities include supporting the processing of potential claims, conducting investigations into allegations and small claims, managing litigation claims, and providing in-house legal advice. In the absence of the Legal Services Manager, seek clarification of legal advice from the Deputy Director of Quality Governance, Trust Solicitors, or NHS Resolution where appropriate.
You will assist in inquest funding applications, evaluate risk management issues arising from claims, and provide advice, support, and education to staff on medico-legal matters, including Coroner’s inquests and Court proceedings.
In the absence of the Head of Legal Services & Claims, seek clarification of legal advice from Trust Solicitors or NHS Resolution on clinical negligence case management. It will be your responsibility to assist in evaluating risk management issues and to support staff on medico-legal matters.
Vision: To improve the lives of people who live, work, and volunteer on the Fylde Coast and beyond.
Mission: To deliver safe, effective, sustainable care for everyone, every day.
Values: The Trust’s values "Caring, Safe and Respectful" represent the culture of the Trust and guide how we work. They encourage staff to be part of the Trust community.
Our Five-Year Strategy 2022-2027
In January 2022, staff, patients, carers, the local community, and key partners helped develop our strategy, which aims to improve lives through listening and engagement. Key priorities include:
* Being an employer of choice
* Recruiting and retaining staff, especially locally
* Growing excellence through training, education, research, and innovation
* Health promotion and prevention
* Environmental impact reduction
* Creating safe, healthy environments for work and care
For further details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Angela Parfitt
Job title: Deputy Director of Quality Governance
Email: angela.parfitt3@nhs.net
Telephone: 01253 955940
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