Total 22 Junior Executive level Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Headington, Oxford, OX3 7LE

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 Churchill pharmacy and renal team are looking for an experienced Pharmacy Assistant looking looking to expand their skillset with a move from Community into Hospital Pharmacy, or are looking to progress further in your career within a Hospital setting. Ideally you will have obtained your Specialist BTEC Level 2 Principles and Practices for Pharmacy Support Staff Pharmacy Service Skills NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent GPhC recognised qualification), although this is not essential and support through the qualification process can be provided (successful applicants who do not hold the required qualification will be paid at band 2, rising to band 3 on successful completion of the qualification). Many of our staff progress from this level to become Pharmacy Technicians or other roles within the wider Pharmacy team. This position is a blended role involving both the dispensary, and multidisciplinary working with the renal team on a rotational basis at the Churchill Hospital.

The Dispensary team are supported by ever evolving Technology, with electronic prescribing and a robot to support the labelling and dispensing of medications. The successful applicant will be trained in the full use of the robotic system. Key duties of this role include dispensing medicines according to procedure, using the Pharmacy computer system to produce dispensing labels, preparation of emergency drug boxes, maintaining accurate medication records and assisting in efficient stock control management.



Key roles include:
• Opportunity to work in both ward and dispensary area.
• Work in reception area taking in prescriptions
• Delivery of high-quality pharmacy services for out-patients
• Labelling and dispensing prescriptions
• To be aware of and be involved in customer service
• Working as part of a team
• Returning ward stock.
• Assisting the wards with stock management
• Relocation of patients own medication.

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 Clinical and Pharmacy 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.
• 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.



Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis 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. 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 theOUH YouTube channel.

Please see the ward based & pharmacy assistant job description and person specification attached to this document.


This advert closes on Sunday 24 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information. Please contact us if you have any questions or would like an informal visit before applying.

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

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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