Total 117 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Barrow, LA14 4LF

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Job summary: Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by GPs Carry out long term condition reviews/maintain and assist in the recall system General treatment room duties Routine Childhood Immunisations New Patient checks Venepuncture ECGs Wound Care and referral where necessary Removal of Sutures and Staples Blood pressure monitoring Urinalysis Basic path lab tests (Swabs/urine) Cervical Screening/smears Duties and responsibilities: According to relevant training and experience Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team Work to agreed clinical protocols with referral to GP as appropriate At all times maintain accurate records and adhere to a strict code of confidentiality Assist and chaperone of patients where required by other health professionals Assist GPs with minor operations where necessary Advise GP of potential problems or error with assigned tasks Undertake treatment room duties, including tidiness and cleanliness of Nurses treatment rooms Stocking, checking and ordering of treatment room stock, supplies and equipment Ordering of vaccines to maintain stock level Support clinical colleagues with Infection Prevention Control including reviewing policies, producing audits, training and evidence of compliance Ordering of health promotion literature and displaying same Participate in the administrative systems of the practice Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies Chaperoning and assisting patients who are being examined by another clinician Administrative tasks related with immunisation schedules/smear audits etc Confidentiality: In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data Health & Safety: The post-holder will promote and manage their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy 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. 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. Safe management of sharps procedures including use, storage and disposal. Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile, and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management. Actively identifying, reporting, and correction of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised. Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually). Maintenance of sterile environments. 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 recognises 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 which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Personal/Professional development: The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Prepare and complete the revalidation process Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work 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 recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Contribution to the implementation of services: The post-holder will: Apply practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audit where appropriate Attend and contribute to clinical and practice meetings

Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.

Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.

Key Objectives and Requirements The Role of the Nursing Associate is to be responsible for delivering high quality, patient centred, compassionate care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, or other registered healthcare professional, for patients attending for sexual, reproductive and HIV health care. With a focus on promoting health. The role encompasses clinical duties including direct patient care and having the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals care plan. Be an accountable professional, working within the parameters of the Nurse Associate role, as per NMC guidance, and your scope of competence, accessing clinical and care advice as needed. Carry out specific clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction of a registered nurse or other registered healthcare professional, dependent on the setting. Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS values. Other aspects include housekeeping and administration duties which involve overseeing the maintenance of a safe environment for both patients and staff. Work as part of a designated clinical team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient. Contribute to the planning of care delivery in association with the Registered Nurse. Contribute to on-going assessments recognising when it is necessary to refer to others for reassessment and action. Demonstrate the ability to recognise the deteriorating patient or other situations that require escalation to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice. Implement and evaluate individual care / treatment plans. Improve the quality of care by contributing to the continuous monitoring of patients care. Accept delegated responsibility from the Registered Nurse to monitor individual plans of care to meet the immediate and ongoing needs of patients. Undertake a range of agreed clinical skills once trained and deemed competent including: Venepuncture and phlebotomy skills including HIV Point of Care Testing Urinalysis. Pregnancy testing. Taking patient observations and measurements including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, weight as required. Staining and reading microscopy slides. Managing and processing specimens. Chaperoning and assisting clinicians with examination and procedures for patients. Speculum examination to obtain samples e.g. for cervical smear taking (cervical cytology), trichomonas test of cure, gonorrhoea culture. Taking genital samples. Care of HIV outpatients including blood taking, cervical smear taking, recording vital signs and physical details, measuring BMD using the heel scanner. . Completing HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis follow up consultations. Intramuscular injections. Be competent in giving Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and HPV vaccines according to existing PCN SOP and national guidelines. Administer medicine within the limitations of the role, in line with scope of practice in accordance with NMC Code and PCN policy. This will include the administration of oral, intramuscular, topical and subdermal medication when deemed competent. To competently administer treatment for a range of sexually transmitted infections under PSD according to PCN and national guidelines. Administer medications in line with PCN medicine management policy. Demonstrate the ability to recognise the effects of medicines, side effects, drug sensitivity, contraindications adverse reactions and allergies. Responsible for contributing to the clinical environment which promotes a positive patient experience and care, promoting privacy and dignity at all times. Educate patients and families about sexual health & HIV related illness, conditions and medication under the direct / indirect supervision of the Registered Nurse. Training and Education Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development. Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work. This job description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and his/her manager.

We are seeking a Speciality Doctor to join the current ENT team in the Trust, the posts will be based at Furness General Hospital.

You will work Cross Bay with Furness General Hospital as the main site. You will be contracted for 10 sessions per week with the option to increase along with service needs.

Broad experience in general ENT is desirable. Any sub-specialty interest will be actively supported.

This post will consist of Theatres, Clinics and On-call cover for the provision of the service and additional time for professional progression

The ENT department currently has 5 consultants, 3 Associate specialists, 7 Specialty Doctors and 2 junior doctors (CT1/2 at RLI, FY2 at FGH). We have two H&N Clinical Nurse Specialist, one Advanced Nurse Practitioner in post. There are specialised clinics such as a One stop Head & Neck clinic, Paediatric clinics, Voice and Vertigo clinic. The on call will be 1:4 weekends and 1:8 week days

We aim to provide patient care close to home. Our H&N network is with Royal Preston Hospital but we also have excellent ties with Manchester Royal Infirmary for Skull Base pathology and Rhinology related conditions. An elaborate audiology service is available for adults and paediatrics. There is an opportunity for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching as well and we have strong connections with the Lancaster Medical School. We are a paperless department with e-prescribing and e-requesting.

You must have full registration with the GMC with a licence to practice.

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.

You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/


This advert closes on Tuesday 12 Nov 2024

Complex Mental Health Care Assistant

Excellent pay rates from £13.00 - £14.50 per hour PLUS HOLIDAY PAY & PENSION

Alcedo Care has been rated top 20 homecare provider in the UK for the past 5 years by our clients, a testament to the work of our amazing care teams. We’re a family owned company, and operate with family values at the heart of everything we do

Weekly pay, FRIDAY PAYDAY!

Do you have experience in a residential setting, home care setting, educational setting or personal care experience for a family or friend?

We are looking for Complex Mental Health Support Workers to provide outstanding care to both adults and children within their own homes in Barrow-In-Furness and surrounding areas.

As a Complex Mental Health Support Worker you will be supporting individuals with a range of needs including;

• Autism and learning difficulties support
• Positive behavioural support
• Social interaction and educational enrichment
• Mental health support
• Social interaction and educational enrichment
• Personal care and toileting

Working with Alcedo Care’s Homecare team gives you:

• Excellent rates of pay from £14.00 - £14.50 per hour for complex rates.
• Weekly pay, every Friday.
• Pension + Holiday Pay + Mileage £0.30p for vehicle drivers.
• Full PPE provided.
• Referral bonuses for you and any friends you refer to us, that we employ.
• Free mental wellbeing support available 24/7
• Fantastic training program including online/practical training.
• Blue Light Card, offering thousands of discounts on things from groceries to holidays!
• Genuine healthcare career progression opportunities, including full support to complete NVQ qualifications.

You must be 18 to apply for this role and it is subject to an enhanced DBS check. You will also be required to provide satisfactory professional and/or character references.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

A new rotational development has arisen within South Cumbria for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist (OT), which aims to support your preceptorship journey and also your continuous professional development opportunities across both the inpatient and community settings. We are seeking an individual who is passionate about working with people who have a varied range of mental health needs.

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Trust is an exciting place to work as an OT, and be highly valued amongst an established Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT), to ensure that we can provide the best outcomes for our patients. We are committed to delivering excellent services, putting occupation at the centre of our work and championing peoples’ rights for occupational needs to be recognised and addressed.

If you would like any further information or to speak with the teams, please contact us on the details provided.

At Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust, we are developing our Allied Health Professional (AHP) community within the Bay Network, to ensure that we are offering positions that facilitate longevity within your chosen career pathway.

If you are an OT, who would like to expand your experience within different adult mental health settings, we currently have a vacancy for two full time positions. This rotation will offer a plethora of opportunities for professional development, with a robust training platform offering mandatory training opportunities, a trust-wide preceptorship and peer support from a developing AHP community through evidence-based practice forums, we have this new opportunity available.


The rotational post currently offers the opportunity to work across 2 clinical areas across a 12 month period:

- Dova, Mental Health inpatient ward, Dane Garth
- Furness, Community Mental Health Team

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.

For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT

Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.


This advert closes on Wednesday 6 Nov 2024

PLEASE NOTE: This bonus scheme is subject to a Repayment Clause should the post holder leave this role within 6 months of commencing employment. For more details, please visit our website -Welcome bonus and relocation packages terms and conditions :: Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust (lscft.nhs.uk) Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care. The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area. Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview. For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for permanent post as Band 7 Practitioner in the Mental Health Liaison team for The Bay, based in Barrow in Furness.


The successful candidate will oversee assessments and treatment for patients on the MHLT pathway and clinical delivery of the service which will involve, offering timely and responsive assessments, working collaboratively with service users and their families, delivering high quality evidence based approaches to care, and delivering collaborative care – plans and risk assessments based on least restrictive practice. Furthermore, being committed to delivering quality and being able to reflect on the importance of the service user journey and experience is critically important to this role.

The Practitioner role is central to the safe and effective running of the service. We require an outstanding clinical skills and someone who is committed to providing a high quality, safe and effective service. The successful applicant will be encouraged to develop clinically and professionally, with training being actively encouraged in effective leadership (7up Programme). A high level of emotional intelligence will be required in the successful applicant, and the ability to be part of a cohesive MDT team will be critical to the role. Furthermore, the development and maintenance of key stakeholder relationships with CCG’s, LSCFT partner services and Acute Hospitals is vital to the role.


You will be expected to serve the whole of the multi-racial and multi-cultural community on the Furness and Cumbria and demonstrable values and commitment to diversity and anti-discriminatory practice. This will require the successful applicant to be a leader, mentor, teacher and role model. The role is comprehensive and will require a clear understanding of the Mental Health Act 2007 and will require a detailed knowledge of all aspects of Adult Safeguarding.

This is an outstanding opportunity for career development in an exciting pathway.


Regular line management and clinical supervision will be offered, and we will actively look at developing the successful applicant this exciting role. This post is a 24/7 post including night shifts.

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.


The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.


Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.


For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT

Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.


This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Oct 2024

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/