Total 21 Junior Executive level Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Oxford, OX1 1SA

Summary To provide clinical support to the General Practitioners (GPs), Nursing and other Health Care Professionals at Croft Medical Centre. Giving nursing care and health promotion advice according to the individual needs of the patient under the supervision of the nursing or GP team. Key Responsibilities Encouraging patients to exercise freedom of choice by enabling them to access information that they are able to make informed decisions. Encouraging and assisting patients with activities of daily living to ensure optimum dignity, physical and mental comfort are met in accordance with patient wishes and beliefs. Patient Care Having a Good basic knowledge of patient care Supporting individuals experiencing a change in their care requirements and provision by: Providing information as directed or by directing questions to the appropriate member of the care team as required. Enabling patients to receive care from other health care professionals by: Ensuring all relevant documentation and computer records are complete and ready for the consultation in accordance with local and national policy, and as directed by the nursing or clinical staff. Contribute to Care Planning and the Delivery of Care by: Carrying out nursing procedures in accordance with local policy documents and as directed by the qualified staff in line with the job role and description. Ensuring documentation is completed accurately and promptly to ensure care is recorded and essential information is available to other members of the care team. Collection and entry of data onto electronic computer systems as required. Contribute to the movement and handling of individuals in line with local policy and individual needs. Assist in health education at Croft Medical Centre by encouraging patients to self care and participation in health promotion activities by: Assist and support the multi-disciplinary care team in observing, reporting and documenting of changes in condition and reporting these to the lead clinician. Supporting patients during group clinics and individual consultations and activities by: Preparing patients for the activity to be undertaken Preparing equipment and clinics for the activity Assisting in delivery of the activity offering guidance and support to the patient as required. Supporting other health care professionals in the delivery of patient group activities. Preparing patient information resources/ literature to support individual and group needs Contribute to the assessment of individual health and care needs by: Making decisions within specified criteria under supervision of qualified health staff. Assessing and monitoring care within specified criteria under supervision of qualified health staff. Leading activities within specified criteria under supervision of qualified health staff. Clinical Activities Under the direction of a senior member of the health care team undertake delegated clinical procedures when competence has been demonstrated. Clinical procedures that may be delegated are Dressings Measuring and recording of weight and heights NHS Health Checks Mental Health Check Reviews Collection and where appropriate test specimens of urine - urinalysis Blood Glucose testing. INR Monitoring ECG Venepuncture 24 Hour blood pressure application and removal Assisting with minor surgery procedures Assisting with IUCD and Implanon procedures Removal of Sutures Influenza, Pneumonia and Shingles Vaccinations Chaperone duties Vaccine cold chain storage, monitoring and stock management. Prepare clinical offices and treatment rooms for clinical activities eg. Setting up clinics for clinical procedures or activities Ensuring that the environment and equipment is clean in line with the activity to be carried out and local policy and procedures Ensuring that the necessary documentation and / or materials and equipment are available Carry out cleaning of equipment as required and in line with local and national policies and procedures. Monitor and record equipment readings and checks in line with manufacturers and local policy guidelines. Ensuring equipment provided is safely maintained and faults reported to an appropriate person. Health & Safety The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy, the practice Health & Safety manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to):Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines Responsible for the correct and safe management of the specimens process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and clean containers, storage and transport arrangements Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills. Monitoring practice facilities and equipment in relation to infection control, ensuring that provision of hand cleansing facilities, wipes etc are sufficient to ensure a good clinical working environment. Safe management of sharps procedures including training, use, storage and disposal Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile, and safe way, free from hazards. Actively identifying, reporting, and correction of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards / risks in relation to other work areas within the practice, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with other sector managers Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum once annually) Waste management including collection, handling, segregation, container management, storage and collection Spillage control procedures, management and training Decontamination control procedures, management and training, and equipment maintenance Maintenance of sterile environments Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Equality and diversity The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Quality The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Communication: The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Personal Development and Training The post holder will participate in annual appraisal Will attend mandatory and statutory training required for the post. Will have a plan of training needs identified and agreed, and participate to enhance patient care and personal development Check equipment and general clinical stores and ensure there are adequate supplies against agreed levels and order supplies under the direction of the senior member of staff. Be aware of and carry out duties in accordance with policies procedures and evidence based clinical standards. Ensure the implementation of the Data Protection Act (1998) as applied to Croft Medical Centre and observance of policy relating to maintaining patient confidentiality at all times. Under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) the post holder should take all reasonable actions to ensure the health and safety of themselves, fellow staff and patients is maintained The post holder must at all times carry out his / her responsibilities with regard for The Equality Act 2010 Support the Practice Manager and GP Partners in the planning and implementation of nursing strategies to deliver key evidence based care requirements Work in a cooperative and supportive manner with all members of the Primary Health Care Team and surgery staff Undertake other tasks and responsibilities as required commensurate with the job title, the post and its grading. This job description is not exhaustive and will be subject to periodic reviews

Healthcare Assistant

Nuffield Health Oxford, The Manor Hospital | Radiology | Permanent | Full time | Includes weekend work and evenings

£23,887.50 per annum

37.5 hours per week

Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. We're here to look after the nation's health. And a big part of this is about creating the best possible experience for our patients. That's why we're looking for someone new to support our colleagues and be there when it matters, helping to deliver the highest standards of care.

As a Healthcare Assistant in Radiology at our Oxford Manor Hospital, you'll show us you're able to meet deadlines and follow instructions. You have a good telephone manner, and great computer and database skills. And if you're qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3, with relevant experience in an acute hospital or care setting, that's even better.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will:

• Put patient care first.

• Carry out administrative duties.

• Provide assistance with a range of diagnostic imaging procedures.

• Meet the needs of every individual.

• Use your organisational skills to make a positive impact.

Nuffield Health Oxford

Our modern hospital is based within a stone's throw of the historic City of Oxford, a world-renowned centre of excellence for surgical and medical expertise. We are proud of the wonderful environment and team we have established, providing our patients with first class care. We operate 6 well equipped and modern operating theatres with 64 well-presented ensuite rooms.

We cater for inpatient and day care, providing a broad range of surgical specialties and clinics including Paediatrics, Oncology, Interventional Cardiology & Radiology, Orthopaedics, Endoscopy, Gynaecology, Urology, Ophthalmology as well as women's and men's health clinics. The hospital is located with excellent transport links by road and rail, both to and from London, Thames Valley, and the Midlands.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free private healthcare to gym membership, a cycle to work scheme and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.

Healthcare Assistant

Nuffield Health Oxford, The Manor Hospital | Radiology | Permanent | Full time | Includes weekend work and evenings

£23,887.50 per annum

37.5 hours per week

Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. We're here to look after the nation's health. And a big part of this is about creating the best possible experience for our patients. That's why we're looking for someone new to support our colleagues and be there when it matters, helping to deliver the highest standards of care.

As a Healthcare Assistant in Radiology at our Oxford Manor Hospital, you'll show us you're able to meet deadlines and follow instructions. You have a good telephone manner, and great computer and database skills. And if you're qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3, with relevant experience in an acute hospital or care setting, that's even better.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will:

• Put patient care first.

• Carry out administrative duties.

• Provide assistance with a range of diagnostic imaging procedures.

• Meet the needs of every individual.

• Use your organisational skills to make a positive impact.

Nuffield Health Oxford

Our modern hospital is based within a stone's throw of the historic City of Oxford, a world-renowned centre of excellence for surgical and medical expertise. We are proud of the wonderful environment and team we have established, providing our patients with first class care. We operate 6 well equipped and modern operating theatres with 64 well-presented ensuite rooms.

We cater for inpatient and day care, providing a broad range of surgical specialties and clinics including Paediatrics, Oncology, Interventional Cardiology & Radiology, Orthopaedics, Endoscopy, Gynaecology, Urology, Ophthalmology as well as women's and men's health clinics. The hospital is located with excellent transport links by road and rail, both to and from London, Thames Valley, and the Midlands.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free private healthcare to gym membership, a cycle to work scheme and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.

To be an active part of the Pharmacy Homecare team providing financial and administrative services to the department. To assist and support the pharmacy homecare clerks with invoice reconciliation of Homecare invoices. To ensure that all invoices and credits are consistent with goods received or returned on the pharmacy computer system and resolve discrepancies when appropriate with regards to contract prices. Utilising pharmacy computer system effectively to pass invoices and find historical information. To open mail and match invoices and credit notes to relevant purchase orders/prescriptions. To ensure that homecare documentation is filed correctly and is kept up-to-date and accurately to allow swift and easy retrieval of records. To liaise with the Homecare technical team regarding discrepancies with invoices such as quantities received and value charged. To alert the Homecare Technical team of discrepancies between expected price and actual price. Record information accurately for audit purposes. Address supplier and customer queries by telephone and electronically, with good communication and interpersonal skills. To participate in Homecare and Procurement Team meetings to identify and resolve problems and suggest potential improvements as appropriate. To support new starters within the Pharmacy Homecare Team. Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times, for example concerning issues of business sensitivity, personal information and patient confidentiality.

Dispensary To provide daily support to the dispensary workforce. To use the pharmacy computer system to produce dispensing labels and to make stock issues, receipt, and transfers. To dispense inpatient, outpatient clinical trial and controlled drug prescriptions according to dispensary procedures. To assist the Stock Management Team with unpacking deliveries and filling the automated dispensing system. To participate in conducting of regular Controlled Drug stock checks alongside a Registered Technician. To be responsible for putting away dispensing stock including part packs and maintaining tidy storage areas. To participate in extemporaneous dispensing e.g. preparing creams, ointments and liquid preparations. Maintaining equipment used in the dispensing process. To participate in the training and induction of pre-registration students and ATOs. To participate in the audit and development of the dispensary service. To provide reception cover as per the Dispensary rota, and to answer the telephone and direct queries as appropriate. Ward-based To be responsible for the supply and delivery of any medicines required during inpatient stay according to the local procedures and guidance to reduce the number of missed doses. Assist in the transfer of medicines between wards and locating medicines that have been left behind when patients transfer wards. Dealing with problems associated with the ordering of stock on behalf of the ward or refer where appropriate, liaising closely with the relevant pharmacy staff. To be involved in expiry date checking of ward stock. To work closely with the pharmacy top-up assistant in maintaining a well-controlled and appropriate medication and fluid stock holding. To provide support to the ward technician(s) and pharmacist(s) to ensure medicines management, including safe and secure storage of medicines, return of medicines into Local Funding, and facilitating near-patient dispensing. To return unused medicines from the ward(s) back to pharmacy. To ensure correct segregation and disposal of all types of waste such as cytotoxics both at ward level and in the dispensary. To be an advocate for good communication between ward staff, pharmacists, medicines management technicians and the dispensary. To undertake extended roles at ward level according to local Standard Operating Procedures, following a period of supervised practice. This may include writing-controlled drug (CD) orders in ward CD order books. To monitor and report any issues regarding the safe storage of drugs to the ward pharmacist and/or ward manager. Photocopying, filing, and scanning documents when necessary. Collecting and disseminating documents received within pharmacy. To collect essential documentation, such as working copies, on behalf of the pharmacist to support swift discharge of patients. To contact GP surgeries or community pharmacies as requested by other members of the pharmacy team to either provide or retrieve information relating to medicines management. General role To provide training, including induction, to pharmacy support staff as required To undertake in-house and/or external training appropriate for the role To complete reports and audits as requested To participate in a programme of work-based training, development, and appraisal. To ensure confidentiality is always maintained. To maintain a tidy and clean working environment. To participate in early and late duties, evening, weekend, and bank holiday working according to the departmental rotas. Any other duties as requested by the Lead Pharmacist, Ward Based Technician Manager or Clinical Director of Pharmacy and Medicines Management.

Healthcare Assistant

Nuffield Health Oxford, The Manor Hospital | Radiology | Permanent | Full time | Includes weekend work and evenings

£23,887.50 per annum

37.5 hours per week

Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. We're here to look after the nation's health. And a big part of this is about creating the best possible experience for our patients. That's why we're looking for someone new to support our colleagues and be there when it matters, helping to deliver the highest standards of care.

As a Healthcare Assistant in Radiology at our Oxford Manor Hospital, you'll show us you're able to meet deadlines and follow instructions. You have a good telephone manner, and great computer and database skills. And if you're qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3, with relevant experience in an acute hospital or care setting, that's even better.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will:

• Put patient care first.

• Carry out administrative duties.

• Provide assistance with a range of diagnostic imaging procedures.

• Meet the needs of every individual.

• Use your organisational skills to make a positive impact.

Nuffield Health Oxford

Our modern hospital is based within a stone's throw of the historic City of Oxford, a world-renowned centre of excellence for surgical and medical expertise. We are proud of the wonderful environment and team we have established, providing our patients with first class care. We operate 6 well equipped and modern operating theatres with 64 well-presented ensuite rooms.

We cater for inpatient and day care, providing a broad range of surgical specialties and clinics including Paediatrics, Oncology, Interventional Cardiology & Radiology, Orthopaedics, Endoscopy, Gynaecology, Urology, Ophthalmology as well as women's and men's health clinics. The hospital is located with excellent transport links by road and rail, both to and from London, Thames Valley, and the Midlands.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free private healthcare to gym membership, a cycle to work scheme and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.

The dispensary team is a team of over 20 staff ranging from band 2 Assistants through to band 7 Technicians. Many of our staff progress from this level to become Pharmacy Technicians or take other roles within the wider Pharmacy team and this role is ideal for gaining that experience to potentially progress further in your career. We are looking for candidates with a positive and responsible attitude to work who can demonstrate good communication skills and work well within a team. Please see job description & person specification for more details. You will need to be highly motivated, with a positive outlook and excellent customer service and communication skills. Attention to detail and ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team are essential. This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week) working from 9am until 5:15pm Monday to Friday. You will also be required to participate in weekend, bank holiday, early and late duty rotas. If you are interested in an informal discussion about the role, then I would be pleased to speak to you! Please feel free to contact me on the numbers below or via my email, or, even better make an appointment for me to show you around and answer your questions. I look forward to hearing from you. Charlotte Woodward

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Nuffield Health Oxford Hospital | Pathology | Permanent | Full time

£23,887.50 per annum
37.5 hours per week

At Nuffield Health, we're looking for someone with a keen eye for detail and experience of working in a pathology or healthcare environment to join us. If you have strong numeracy, communication and Microsoft Office skills, our highly motivated and talented team will really value what you bring.

Join us as a Medical Laboratory Assistant in our Oxford Hospital and play your part in building a healthier nation.

The Role

Our highly motivated and talented Pathology team will really appreciate the high-quality support you provide.

As a Medical Laboratory Assistant, you will:

• Be responsible for specimen administration.

• Manage enquiry handling.

• Prioritise a busy workload, whilst also keeping calm under pressure and always remaining professional.

To succeed as a Medical Laboratory Assistant, you will have:

• A keen eye for detail.

• Commitment to excellent customer service.

• Experience of working in a pathology department or healthcare environment.

• Demonstrable technical skills in pathology disciplines and the use of laboratory information systems.

• Microsoft Office proficiency, plus great numeracy and communication skills.

Nuffield Health Oxford

Our modern hospital is based within a stone's throw of the historic City of Oxford, a world-renowned centre of excellence for surgical and medical expertise. We are proud of the wonderful environment and team we have established, providing our patients with first class care. We operate 6 well equipped and modern operating theatres with 64 well-presented ensuite rooms.

We cater for inpatient and day care, providing a broad range of surgical specialties and clinics including Paediatrics, Oncology, Interventional Cardiology & Radiology, Orthopaedics, Endoscopy, Gynaecology, Urology, Ophthalmology as well as women's and men's health clinics. The hospital is located with excellent transport links by road and rail, both to and from London, Thames Valley, and the Midlands.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free private healthcare to gym membership, a cycle to work scheme and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.

Supplies Assistant

Nuffield Health Oxford, The Manor Hospital | Procurement | Permanent | Full time |

£23,887.50 per annum

37.5 hours

Nuffield Health is passionate about taking care of the nation's wellbeing. As the UK's largest Healthcare Charity, we offer our people the chance to take on a role with greater impact. In return, we offer a fantastic range of lifestyle and wellbeing rewards that are designed to suit you

As a Supplies Assistant at our Oxford, The Manor Hospital, you'll be a team player with good IT skills. You're capable of working under pressure, in a fast paced environment, with a keen eye for detail. Previous experience in a Supply Chain/Warehousing/Stock Management/ Materials Coordinator role would be beneficial, but not essential.

As a Supplies Assistant, you will:

• Lead and co-ordinate work activities within the Materials/Supplies department to ensure that all goods and services purchased meet hospital requirements.

• Take on a key role in the purchasing, inventory management and issuing of stock using the appropriate procedures and systems.

• Have strong customer service skills as you move around the hospital distributing supplies/stock to the relevant departments.

• Play a critical role in managing the flow of stock and spend within the hospital.

• Be a strong communicator and keen to work with colleagues to ensure that you are contributing to the efficient operation of the department.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free membership across all our Fitness & Wellbeing Clubs to an online GP, financial wellbeing support and a cycle to work scheme. At Nuffield Health, we'll take care of what's important to you.

Nuffield Health Oxford, The Manor Hospital

Our modern hospital is based within a stone's throw of the historic City of Oxford, a world-renowned centre of excellence for surgical and medical expertise. We are proud of the wonderful environment and team we have established, providing our patients with first class care. We operate 6 well equipped and modern operating theatres with 64 well-presented ensuite rooms.

We cater for inpatient and day care, providing a broad range of surgical specialties and clinics including Paediatrics, Oncology, Interventional Cardiology & Radiology, Orthopaedics, Endoscopy, Gynaecology, Urology, Ophthalmology as well as women's and men's health clinics. The hospital is located with excellent transport links by road and rail, both to and from London, Thames Valley, and the Midlands.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic person to deliver an efficient and effective recruitment service for Medical Staff. This role involves processing all recruitment for medical staff from pre-employment checks as stated in the NHS employment check standards including DBS requests and occupational health clearance through to induction.



The post holder will be expected to have excellent organisational and communication skills and be able to prioritise their own workload independently. A good knowledge of Microsoft applications including word, Excel and databases is also essential.

This post sits within the Medical Staffing team that manages the recruitment for all Medical staff appointed to the Trust from Foundation doctors to Consultant appointments. It is a very busy and dynamic team and this post could be an opportunity for the right candidate to pursue a career in HR.



Previous applicants need not apply



Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk

The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel

The full responsibilities and duties for this role can be reviewed in the main job description attached to this vacancy


This advert closes on Wednesday 17 Jul 2024

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Healthcare Assistant

Nuffield Health Oxford, The Manor Hospital | Radiology | Permanent | Full time | Includes weekend work and evenings

£23,887.50 per annum

37.5 hours per week

Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. We're here to look after the nation's health. And a big part of this is about creating the best possible experience for our patients. That's why we're looking for someone new to support our colleagues and be there when it matters, helping to deliver the highest standards of care.

As a Healthcare Assistant in Radiology at our Oxford Manor Hospital, you'll show us you're able to meet deadlines and follow instructions. You have a good telephone manner, and great computer and database skills. And if you're qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3, with relevant experience in an acute hospital or care setting, that's even better.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will:

• Put patient care first.

• Carry out administrative duties.

• Provide assistance with a range of diagnostic imaging procedures.

• Meet the needs of every individual.

• Use your organisational skills to make a positive impact.

Nuffield Health Oxford

Our modern hospital is based within a stone's throw of the historic City of Oxford, a world-renowned centre of excellence for surgical and medical expertise. We are proud of the wonderful environment and team we have established, providing our patients with first class care. We operate 6 well equipped and modern operating theatres with 64 well-presented ensuite rooms.

We cater for inpatient and day care, providing a broad range of surgical specialties and clinics including Paediatrics, Oncology, Interventional Cardiology & Radiology, Orthopaedics, Endoscopy, Gynaecology, Urology, Ophthalmology as well as women's and men's health clinics. The hospital is located with excellent transport links by road and rail, both to and from London, Thames Valley, and the Midlands.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free private healthcare to gym membership, a cycle to work scheme and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.

You will have 2 weeks induction period. The first week your shift will start at 9-5. This period will give you the opportunity to read policies, ask questions, attend MDT handover/meet the team, attend Clinical Team Meeting which is our ward round, held on a Monday and CPAs on a Wednesday. You will also be expected to bring in your Local Induction Pack, Newcomers Guide and Dining room Competences (will have been sent to you prior to commencing new job), there are some areas that staff will need to go through with you and get you signed off. Apart from medication, our first line of treatment is food. In your second week you will start shadowing different staff, have your dining room competences signed off, also have the feel of the ward; how it runs. Having completed your induction period you will choose to either do single shifts or long days including your 4 nights which will give you an opportunity to shadow Skin Inspection and weighing of patients.Our shift pattern is as follows:Early shift: 07:00 14:50 (20 mins break)Late shift: 13:10 21:00 (20mins break)Night shift: 21:40 07:20 (40mins break) ORLong day: 07:00 21:00 1hr break)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and proactive pharmacy assistant with excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills to join the cancer pharmacy team at the Churchill.

This post would suit somebody with either a hospital pharmacy background, or with community pharmacy experience wishing to make a change into the hospital environment, for which appropriate training will be provided. You must have successfully achieved the relevant units of pharmacy services skills NVQ level 2 (QCF) or an equivalent GPhC accredited training programme. Applications for part-time/flexible working considered..

Did you know that there is an estimated3 million peopleliving with cancer in the UK, rising to 3.5million by 2025, 4 million by 2030 and 5.3 million by 2040? And on average, someone is diagnosed with cancer every90 secondsin the UK?

However, it’s not all doom and gloom! Average survival is now estimated to beover 10 yearsfrom diagnosis (up from average survival time of one year In the 1970s and six years in 2007).

Key roles include:
• Work in reception area taking in prescriptions
• Delivery of high-quality pharmacy services for out-patients and day treatment patients
• Labelling and dispensing prescriptions
• Providing support and ordering medications for patients on oncology and haematology wards following suitable training
• Provide Support to the Cancer Pharmacy Team
• To be aware of and be involved in customer service
• Patient counselling
• Working as part of a team
• Opportunity to work in both ward and dispensary area.

About you:
• You will respond to enquiries and requests from staff, patients and carers and ensure appropriate and accurate information is readily available, and to escalate questions and problems to other members of the pharmacy team when needed. You will be expected to form good working relationships with staff from all the different groups within the Cancer Services and work together as part of a team.
• You should ideally have experience of working as a qualified Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant, using computer systems for dispensing and stock control and have good communication, be well organised and able to use your own initiative.

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk

The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel

Dispensary
1. To provide daily support to the dispensary workforce.
2. To use the pharmacy computer system to produce dispensing labels and to make stock issues, receipt, and transfers.
3. To dispense inpatient, outpatient clinical trial and controlled drug prescriptions according to dispensary procedures.
4. To assist the Stock Management Team with unpacking deliveries and filling the automated dispensing system.
5. To participate in conducting of regular Controlled Drug stock checks alongside a Registered Technician.
6. To be responsible for putting away dispensing stock including part packs and maintaining tidy storage areas.
7. To participate in extemporaneous dispensing e.g. preparing creams, ointments and liquid preparations.
1. Maintaining equipment used in the dispensing process.
2. To participate in the training and induction of pre-registration students and ATO’s.
3. To participate in the audit and development of the dispensary service.
4. To provide reception cover as per the Dispensary rota, and to answer the telephone and direct queries as appropriate.

Ward-based
1. To be responsible for the supply and delivery of any medicines required during inpatient stay according to the local procedures and guidance to reduce the number of missed doses.
2. Assist in the transfer of medicines between wards and locating medicines that have been left behind when patients transfer wards.
3. Dealing with problems associated with the ordering of stock on behalf of the ward or refer where appropriate, liaising closely with the relevant pharmacy staff.
4. To be involved in expiry date checking of ward stock.
5. To work closely with the pharmacy top-up assistant in maintaining a well-controlled and appropriate medication and fluid stock holding.
6. To provide support to the ward technician(s) and pharmacist(s) to ensure medicines management, including safe and secure storage of medicines, return of medicines into Local Funding, and facilitating near-patient dispensing.
7. To return unused medicines from the ward(s) back to pharmacy.
8. To ensure correct segregation and disposal of all types of waste such as cytotoxics both at ward level and in the dispensary.
9. To be an advocate for good communication between ward staff, pharmacists, medicines management technicians and the dispensary.
10. To undertake extended roles at ward level according to local Standard Operating Procedures, following a period of supervised practice. This may include writing-controlled drug (CD) orders in ward CD order books.
11. To monitor and report any issues regarding the safe storage of drugs to the ward pharmacist and/or ward manager.
12. Photocopying, filing, and scanning documents when necessary. Collecting and disseminating documents received within pharmacy. To collect essential documentation, such as working copies, on behalf of the pharmacist to support swift discharge of patients.
13. To contact GP surgeries or community pharmacies as requested by other members of the pharmacy team to either provide or retrieve information relating to medicines management.

General role
1. To provide training, including induction, to pharmacy support staff as required
2. To undertake in-house and/or external training appropriate for the role
3. To complete reports and audits as requested
4. To participate in a programme of work-based training, development, and appraisal.
5. To ensure confidentiality is always maintained.
6. To maintain a tidy and clean working environment.
7. To participate in early and late duties, evening, weekend, and bank holiday working according to the departmental rotas.
8. Any other duties as requested by the Lead Pharmacist, Ward Based Technician Manager or Clinical Director of Pharmacy and Medicines Management.


This advert closes on Tuesday 18 Jun 2024

**Relief Pharmacy Assistant - Covering our Pharmacies in Edinburgh city centre, Winchburgh, Polbeth & Haddington Areas **

**Mon-Fri : 9am-6pm with daily 1 hour unpaid break (40 hours per week)**

**As a Relief Pharmacy Assistant you will be the first point of contact within the Pharmacy for our patients and customers. We are looking for someone who is amazing with the public, ready to get stuck in and happy to learn on the job. To succeed in this role you must be willing and able to work across our various pharmacies located in Edinburgh city centre, Winchburgh, Polbeth and the Haddington areas.**

Are you friendly, organised and enthusiastic about providing outstanding patient care and great service to the local community?

As a Right Medicine Pharmacy Relief Counter Assistant, youll work as part of the Pharmacy team along with Dispensers, Technicians and the Pharmacist to provide outstanding care for our patients and customers. The role will involve greeting patients and customers and providing any assistance they may require, promoting Pharmacy services along with advising on over the counter products, the receiving and distribution of prescriptions to patients under the guidance of the Pharmacist along with any other duties essential to the smooth operation of the Pharmacy.

**About You?**

We are ideally looking for someone who has Pharmacy experience however, this is not essential and applications are welcome from those looking to progress into a role within Pharmacy.

This role is one that will require a number of formal training programmes that require completion both in working hours, but also sometime outside of working hours.

You should have the ability to work in a busy, fast paced healthcare environment, be reliable, have excellent customer service skills along with a friendly personality that our patients can trust!

**About Us!**

Right Medicine Pharmacy operate from 41 sites across Scotland from Wick all the way down to Dumfries and many places in between and look after over 300 team members.

Our colleagues can look forward to a welcoming and supportive culture, various incentives and progression on your journey.

**Interested? Click on the link to apply and fill in a few details. Please add your CV and complete the pre screening questions so we have some insight to who you are. **

Healthcare Assistant - Radiology

Nuffield Health Oxford, The Manor Hospital | Radiology | Permanent | Full time | Includes weekend work

£23,887.50 per annum

37.5 hours per week

Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. We're here to look after the nation's health. And a big part of this is about creating the best possible experience for our patients. That's why we're looking for someone new to support our colleagues and be there when it matters, helping to deliver the highest standards of care.

As a Healthcare Assistant in Radiology at our Oxford Manor Hospital, you'll show us you're able to meet deadlines and follow instructions. You have a good telephone manner, and great computer and database skills. And if you're qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3, with relevant experience in an acute hospital or care setting, that's even better.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will:

• Put patient care first.

• Carry out administrative duties.

• Provide assistance with a range of diagnostic imaging procedures.

• Meet the needs of every individual.

• Use your organisational skills to make a positive impact.

Nuffield Health Oxford

Our modern hospital is based within a stone's throw of the historic City of Oxford, a world-renowned centre of excellence for surgical and medical expertise. We are proud of the wonderful environment and team we have established, providing our patients with first class care. We operate 6 well equipped and modern operating theatres with 64 well-presented ensuite rooms.

We cater for inpatient and day care, providing a broad range of surgical specialties and clinics including Paediatrics, Oncology, Interventional Cardiology & Radiology, Orthopaedics, Endoscopy, Gynaecology, Urology, Ophthalmology as well as women's and men's health clinics. The hospital is located with excellent transport links by road and rail, both to and from London, Thames Valley, and the Midlands.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free private healthcare to gym membership, a cycle to work scheme and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.