Total 698 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Birmingham, B2 4NS

To provide high-quality patient care. If physical intervention with a patient is required, it is integral that you carry out this duty for your role. Drive Prometheus ambulances as and when required. Assist the qualified nurse in safely conveying and transferring all patients under the care of Prometheus. Ensure they have adequate handover of the patient's details, including risk history and current presentation, from the Clinical Logistics Manager, RMN or nurse responsible for the patient at the collection address. In the absence of an RMN, when a patient is informal, you must complete all paperwork required for the transfer. To provide crisis intervention to patients experiencing mental health difficulties during a transfer. To respond to emergencies during their span of duty. The post holder is responsible for being aware of relevant national and local policies regarding safeguarding children and adults. Attend all relevant training, meetings and reviews. To ensure by attitude, approach and response the continuation of good working relationships between staff and patients throughout the transfer. To report accidents, complaints and any untoward incidents promptly to the Clinical Logistics Manager. Attend the Prometheus base at the required time by the Clinical Logistic Manager and adhere to the company's uniform policy. To carry out any other tasks deemed reasonable by the management team for the smooth running of the company. Essential Criteria: Excellent written and communication skills. Strong attention to detail and focus on accuracy. Proactive and positive self-starter. Excellent teamwork skills. Well-organised with good time management skills Valid Enhanced DBS Currently working in a compliance-focused role. Full UK Driving Licence. Please note we do not accept Provisional Driving Licences, as the role requires you to drive company ambulances. Right to work in the UK. Please note we do not offer UK VISA Sponsorships. Employment references for up to a 5-year period. Candidate will need minimum 3 years UK employment history. Confidentiality: It is a condition of employment that staff will only disclose information obtained in their duties if those entitled to receive it. The post holder must ensure that the confidentiality of personal data remains secure regarding the Data Protection Act and that relevant company policies are adhered to. Equal Opportunities: Prometheus is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from people irrespective of age, gender, race, and disability. All staff must comply with current legislation, company policies and national guidelines for good practice. Conduct: All staff members must conduct themselves and represent the company responsibly, complying with all policies and procedures. Health & Safety: Staff must ensure they are familiar with the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) requirements and the company's policies /codes of practice applicable to the workplace. Safeguarding: Every staff member is responsible for being aware of and following the relevant national and local policy in safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. Training /Education: All staff are responsible for participating in regular appraisals with senior management and identifying the post's performance standards. Our Mission: To exceed expectations and set new standards. Our Values: Professional, Approachable, Caring and Compassionate. Company benefits: Employee Assistant Program Free on-site parking at all bases Free company uniform Mandatory training Enrolment in the companys pension scheme (The People Pension) Prometheus aims to create and encourage an environment committed to promoting equality and diversity, working inclusively, and valuing the differences individuals can bring to the workplace. We uphold these principles in our organisational values and behaviours towards each other and our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexuality, or other personal circumstances.

A person who is an excellent communicator with a flexible approach, and has existing, or an eagerness to establish, links with Health and Social care partners and a passion for 'trusted assessor' principles, will be at an advantage when working in this team. You will have opportunities to support junior staff and students, as well as drive and lead in service development projects and quality patient care. he post holder will act as a practitioner for Occupational Therapy within the Adults Community Services Division. The post holder will ensure access to urgent and routine Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention provide and monitor treatment programmes at home and ensure safe discharge or referral on to alternative services as appropriate. They will work in partnership with patients, carers and other health and social care agencies to promote independence and develop individual plans of care relevant to person needs A person who is an excellent communicator with a flexible approach, and has existing, or an eagerness to establish, links with Health and Social care partners and a passion for 'trusted assessor' principles, will be at an advantage when working in this team. You will have opportunities to support junior staff and students, as well as drive and lead in service development projects and quality patient care. We run an excellent Inspire leadership training programme for all staff with line management responsibility, alongside other opportunities to develop your career. HCPC/NMC registrations are a requirement for registered staff roles. The post holder will be expected to work shifts as required over 7 days per week in line with service delivery Informal enquiries speak to: Emma Glass - 07702141374 Email: e.glass@nhs.net

Undertake specialist differential diagnosis of complex cases within a swallowing caseload with professional autonomy. To independently assess, develop and implement highly specialised programmes of care and treatment to meet the needs of clients. Structure clear therapy plans based on best practice and adapted to individual client needs and priorities. Use highly developed analytical and judgemental skills to negotiate with speech & language therapy colleagues, other professionals and carers with reference to management of complex cases. Record and maintain up-to-date clinical case notes in line with professional standards and trust policies. Write reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information, which may be used in a legal context. Offer specialist clinical support and provide second opinions to other speech and language therapists within and outside of the department. Independently manage a caseload that includes people with complex eating and drinking problems, dealing with issues of mortality, morbidity and ethical dilemmas. Manage patients with tracheostomy and supervise less experienced speech and language therapists working in this area. To develop and deliver a FEES service across the inpatient settings. Manage risks from bodily fluids and infections in the environment. Lead on audit in specialist clinical area. Participate or lead on research projects within the inpatient service with particular focus on dysphagia. Undertake frequent reviews of evidence to underpin clinical practice. Use Trust information technology systems. Lead on inter-agency and multidisciplinary projects regarding service objectives. Lead on specific projects within the Speech and Language Therapy service. Advise on service delivery, clinical governance, policy development and audit, including proposing changes and developments. Identify need, plan, devise, deliver and evaluate training programmes with a specialist content contributing to the development of rehabilitation assistants, rehabilitation nurses and housekeepers. Act as clinical educator for speech and language therapy students. Offer additional highly specialist experience within the inpatient services and coordinate observation sessions for other professionals. Share highly specialist knowledge at local, regional and national level. Participate and lead in the appraisal system for speech and language therapy. Identify and engage in professional development activities at least to a level to meet Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and Health and Care Professions Council requirements.

Please note for a specific detailed job description for this vacancy please see attached job description

This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

The Hawthorns team are looking to recruit a health care assistant for 37.5 hours per week.

The team is fast paced community service responding to planned calls.

The service is part of the wider admission avoidance offer and the post holder will be expected to be dynamic in there approach. The health care assistants within the service visit individuals in their own homes, clinics or GP surgeries under the direction of a registered professional. They work in partnership with patients, carers and other health and social care agencies to promote independence and are expected to work multi professionally, support other team members’ roles and contribute to the future development of the service.

The post holder will be expected to work shifts as required across the 7 day period to maintain service provision. Many staff within the service may have a second job or the evening service may be there only role we welcome all appropriate applicants . As a trust we are flexible and equally are looking for a flexible, caring professional to work across the city wide service.

The Trust is a supportive working environment with commitment to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly. Therefore, the hours and days will be negotiated for the successful candidate.

To be shortlisted applicants will need to detail in their supporting information how they can demonstrate the essential requirements of the experience and skills section of the person specification. In order to be shortlisted please ensure the supporting information provides evidence of how you fulfil the essential requirements of the person specification with a particular emphasis on experience and skills.

Would you like to work for a dynamic & friendly Community District Nurse

team who deliver a high quality service.

This vacancy is for an enthusiastic Healthcare Support Worker to join the multidisciplinary Community District Nurse team working within the Evening Service Team covering hours between 6pm and 10:30pm. As part of our committed and supportive team you will assist us in working together to improve the lives of adult patients with a range conditions. The team are based in a centralized hub at Priestly Wharf and work across two teams covering Birmingham. There may be an expectation for staff to work across both teams.



Be Part of Our Team...

BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe’s leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to ‘Be Part of Our Team’ and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.

The successful applicant will:
• Possess a NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Have experience of dealing with members of the public and working in a clinic/home environment.
• Show commitment to team working.
• Have a current driving licence and be able to travel independently across the BCHC area.
• In addition you need to be able to work both independently and as part of a wider multidisciplinary team. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to demonstrate the ability to meet the needs of a diverse population.


This advert closes on Wednesday 27 Nov 2024

A Vacancy at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.


Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (Band 7)

Following internal promotion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist to lead the day to day running of the inpatient stroke rehabilitation service.

We are looking for a passionate, autonomous and highly driven Band 7 speech and Language therapist to join the Stroke Rehabilitation team at Moseley Hall hospital.Experience of working with adults with complex acquired disorders of communication and swallowing, relating to Stroke or Neurology is essential.



For further information, please contact Hannah Greco, Clinical Specialist SLT on 0121 466 6672 or Email: Hannah.Greco@nhs.net

We are a progressive, expanding organization with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of care. The post holder will be embedded in a large supportive multidisciplinary teamcomprising of speech & language therapists, physiotherapists, clinical psychologists, occupational therapists, nurses, doctors and skilled support staff.You will be working as part of a large and supportive therapy team with excellent training and developmentopportunities as well as a robust supervision and appraisal system. Within the SLT service thereare well-established CPD and supervision structures and you will be encouraged to take part in service development projects as appropriate. You will be joining at an exciting time with expansion of the our inpatient FEES service.

You will have keyworker responsibility, deliver training and be expected to represent the stroke service at trust wide events. Therefore, excellent communication skills and an open and flexible approach to work duties is essential. You will line manage and provide supervision to more junior speech and language therapists, students and support staff/assistants.

Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe’s leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to ‘Be Part of Our Team’ and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.


• Undertake differential diagnosis of complex cases within a specialist caseload.
• Assess, develop and implement highly specialised programmes of care and treatment to meet the needs of clients.
• Structure clear therapy plans based on best practice and adapted to individual client needs and priorities.
• Use highly developed analytical and judgemental skills to negotiate with speech & language therapy colleagues, other professionals and carers with reference to management of complex cases
• Record and maintain up-to-date clinical case notes in line with professional standards and trust policies.
• Write reports containing highly complex, confidential and sensitive information, which may be used in a legal context.
• Offer specialist clinical support and provide second opinions to other speech and language therapists within and outside of the department.
• Independently manage a caseload that includes people with complex eating and drinking problems, dealing with issues of mortality, morbidity and ethical dilemmas.
• Manage patients with tracheostomy and supervise less experienced speech and language therapists working in this area.
• Manage risks from bodily fluids and infections in the environment.
• Lead on audit in specialist clinical area.
• Participate or lead on research projects within the neuro-rehabilitation service.
• Undertake frequent reviews of evidence to underpin clinical practice.
• Use Trust information technology systems.
• Lead on inter-agency and multidisciplinary projects regarding service objectives.
• Lead on specific projects within the neuro-rehabilitation service.
• Advise on service delivery, clinical governance, policy development and audit, including proposing changes and developments.
• Identify need, plan, devise, deliver and evaluate training programmes with a specialist content contributing to the development of rehabilitation assistants, rehabilitation nurses and housekeepers.
• Act as clinical educator for speech and language therapy students.
Offer additional highly specialist experience within the neuro-rehabilitation service and coordinate observation sessions for other professionals.
• Share highly specialist knowledge at local, regional and national level.
Participate and lead in the appraisal system for speech and language therapy.
• Identify and engage in professional development activities at least to a level to meet Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and Health and Care Professions Council requirements.


This advert closes on Wednesday 27 Nov 2024

A Vacancy at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.


Clinic-based position supporting nurse lead clinics across Locality - applicants must have an active NMC PIN number as essential to role.

Driving not essential. Flexible working hours can be discussed. Monday to Friday - no weekends or bank holidays.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the East Locality in the role of Clinic Nurse. The successful candidate will work as a Clinic nurse as part of the community nursing teams supporting non housebound patients that require clinical interventions that are deemed complex and therefore do not meet practice nurse criteria. You will need to be able to travel to the clinic sites. You will provide a holistic approach to individuals, that includes, assessment, planning and implementation of care along with review. The successful candidate will act as an autonomous practitioner providing a comprehensive clinical assessment service to patients resulting in a safe and appropriate clinical decision.

The successful candidate should have experience of wound care, with a particular interest in leg ulcer assessment, treatment and follow up care including compression therapy and lymphoedema care as well as catherisations. Prescribing or a willingness to complete nurse prescribing essential. In identifying appropriate patients for clinics you will also support with triaging of referrals.

*This post is not suitable for newly qualified nurses, you must be experienced and competent in complex wound care and catheterisations*



The post holder will work as part of the integrated Multidisciplinary team under the supervision of the Clinical Team Manager. He / She will be accountable for the delivery of high quality care to patients within health centers. Working with other members of the IMT to provide care to and promote health/well being and independence for patients on the team caseload, working closely with other partners/stakeholders including GP’s, Tissue Viability and vascular clinics. You will support IMT triaging to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time in the right place.

IMPORTANT
• Please ensure youcheck your Trac account regularlyas this is how we will communicate with you during the shortlisting and selection process.
• Please ensure all sections of theapplication form are completed fully.Please particularly ensure that you provide full details of all referees including business email address, telephone contact details and postal address

Be Part of Our Team...

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europe’s leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.

If you want to ‘Be Part of Our Team’ and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for better care and healthier communities, we want to hear from you.



Training and development will be provided to support successful candidates in achieving competence in these areas.

IMT clinics currently operate between the hours of 8 am to 6pm over 5 days per week and the working pattern for the successful candidate would only be Monday to Friday at present, however with any further development of clinics for non housebound patients this may be expanded in the future. This post requires the successful candidates to be able to travel between sites so a full driving license and car is preferable however not essential. Clinics are run at various sites in Central Locality so the successful candidate may not be attached to 1 team base.


This advert closes on Wednesday 4 Dec 2024

The post holder works autonomously and part of a team and is responsible for the design, planning, and construction of precision custom made, complete and partial removable appliances, over dentures, onlay appliances, immediate restoration appliances, training plates, and soft occlusal guards . For the Prosthetics Restorative, Paediatric, and special Care dental departments.

Plan, design and construct custom made removable prosthetic appliances

Plan, coordinate and prioritise daily personal workload to meet laboratory deadlines and to meet service requirements, bringing any areas of concern to the attention of the laboratory manager.

Provide emergency service and repairs for patients

Demonstrate/discuss techniques with undergraduates, clinicians, dental nurses and visitors when required. Provide advice, when asked, on selection of materials and the correct and safe use of equipment within the laboratory.

Responsible for producing a high quality standard of work.

Utilise various specialised pieces of machinery within the laboratory.

Deal with internal and external telephone enquiries routinely.

Be Part of Our Team...

BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe’s leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.

We are a busy NHS Dental Laboratory consisting of 22 GDC registered dental Technicians, covering Prosthetic Conservation and Orthodontics.

There are a range of training and development opportunities for completion of CPD and regular mandatory training carried out.

Flexible working options are available and offered in line with the needs of the service being fully covered.

If you want to ‘Be Part of Our Team’ and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.

Advise and assist consultants, senior and junior clinical staff and undergraduate dental students on technical design and problems relating to patient treatment and expectations.

To participate in regular laboratory/clinic staff meetings and contribute to policy changes and procedures.

To see patients with the clinician when appropriate, in order to provide technical advice and support.


This advert closes on Wednesday 4 Dec 2024

Job Purpose Assess, plan and deliver holistic care to babies, children and young people who are life limited/ life threatened at the hospice or in their homes and to provide support and advice to their families. Main Duties 1. Nursing and Family Care > Actively encourage a child centred approach and family atmosphere promoting a positive environment within Acorns. > Use a systematic approach to assess need and create an individualised care plan that meets the holistic needs of the child and their family > In line with Acorns caring value, deliver high quality clinical interventions to children in a manner that promotes a trusting relationship with the family and enhances the organisations reputation for excellence. > Support healthcare colleagues and students in the delivery of care providing advice, support and oversight as needed > Ensure effective medicines management to meet both individual and regulatory requirements > Facilitate outings play and activity that is appropriate to age and development needs of the child. > Maintain an up-to-date knowledge and awareness of issues required for the role and to curious in considering new and evolving care developments > Be courageous in challenging the status quo and poor practice > Deliver compassionate care at the end of life with the support of experienced colleagues > Strive to develop knowledge and skills around care of children and young people with complex needs including LTV, TPN, Tracheotomies, Central Lines and any other complex care required. > Every employee has a professional responsibility to maintain an up-to-date knowledge and awareness of issues around the safeguarding of children, and to ensure that appropriate steps are taken to protect children facilitated through effective communication across multidisciplinary agencies. > Be digitally competent and able to develop skills to use a variety of systems to solutions to facilitate effective communication and maintain confidential accurate and timely record keeping. > Maintain an awareness of the diversity of families supported by Acorns and ensure that the service provided is culturally sensitive and appropriate for all Families > Ensure that our services are child centred and family led and be aware of the need to promote and maintain a positive environment both within Acorns and in all our external contacts. > Actively support the evaluation of care delivered through promotion of feedback mechanisms and responding promptly to any concerns or complaints > Ensure professional boundaries are maintained and that due attention is paid to confidentiality, privacy, and dignity at all times. > Adopt the role of named nurse for children as required 2. Professional Development > Maintain compliance in all aspects of mandatory training > Actively participate in Acorns induction and preceptorship programmes supporting personal and professional growth > Actively participate in projects to develop service provision. > Take advantage of other training opportunities to further develop skills and expertise to enhance the delivery of care. > Maintain professional registration through revalidation and work within the NMC Code of Conduct. 3. Management and Team Awareness > Identify opportunities to shadow more experienced colleagues to gain experience as nurse in charge > Actively guide and supervise volunteers work with children. > Inform the relevant line manager of incidents and concerns using agreed processes. > Participate in the induction of new employees as and when required. > Contribute to the mentorship of students on placement of Acorns, using up to date knowledge of university requirements > Carry out any reasonable additional duty as agreed by the Deputy Director of Care Clinical Services, On Call Manager or Deputy to meet the changing requirements of the service. 4. Communication > Encourage the philosophy of Acorns and present a good public image. > Collaborate all professionals and volunteers working with the child/ young person and family to ensure a seamless service. > Attend team meetings and Town Hall meetings and participate in other meetings as appropriate (including external meetings) 5. Health and Safety > Ensure that infection control guidelines and policies are strictly adhered to Including the use of PPE > Undertake risk assessment and management to ensure that children, families, visitors, and colleagues are safe. > Be aware of and work within the lone working policies of the organisation. > Maintain the Health & Safety Regulations of Acorns Childrens Hospice Trust including Fire Regulations within the Acorns buildings.

Training and development will be provided to support successful candidates in achieving competence in these areas. IMT clinics currently operate between the hours of 8 am to 6pm over 5 days per week and the working pattern for the successful candidate would only be Monday to Friday at present, however with any further development of clinics for non housebound patients this may be expanded in the future. This post requires the successful candidates to be able to travel between sites so a full driving license and car is preferable however not essential. Clinics are run at various sites in Central Locality so the successful candidate may not be attached to 1 team base.

Health Clinical Skills and Simulation TechnicianActual Pro Rata Salary (£23,812 to £25,858) This salary is offered on a term time only basis, working 40 weeks per year. Salary is split across 12 months.As a technician in Clinical Skills and Simulation you will be pivotal in bringing healthcare training to life for the students of the college. You will be responsible supporting efficient and engaging learning and teaching in the health area of Science, through providing effective technical support in the clinical skills suites and other teaching areas, primarily at 2 Lister Building, but also supporting our 1 Lister Building, and at some occasions per year at the main Aston University. Your role is fundamental in helping to ensure that Health learning is exciting and realistic, delivered in partnership with Aston University, NHS and our significant industry partners, so that our young people are motivated to strive for excellence.
Sponsored by Aston University and based on our City centre campus, Aston University Sixth Form has a dedicated Post 16 Health and Science department delivering the governments new T levels in Nursing, Midwifery and Optometry. Our Health department teachers are current NHS clinical practitioners including nurses, midwifes and optometrists and our facilities include dedicated health provision in a state of art building including simulation opticians, hospital ward and simulation birthing.
The principal duty will be the provision and setup of practical equipment for the delivery of clinical skills training. In addition technicians support and maintain sophisticated medical simulation manikins and equipment for delivering clinical simulation. The role covers all aspects of nursing, midwifery, optometry, occupational therapy, and psychology.
Reporting to the senior technician and Health Subject leader you will work a normal 37 hour week of days. There is an element of flexibility to the working pattern to suit both business need and family friendly policies of the university in a role where TOIL can be accumulated and used.
The UTC's success has been recognised nationally including the Secretary of State awarding an expansion in September 2023 to 800 students, and a new dedicated building with further STEM specialist facilities, including £350K simulation hospital. This underpins the impact of the UTC recognised by our Ofsted inspection with inspectors stating our specialist employer work and destinations are 'exemplary' with the UTC being Good with Outstanding feature.
As well as our own outstanding facilities, our location next to our sponsor Aston University means that we can access resources, and teaching and learning spaces like no other school. (About Aston University Engineering Academy)
AUEA is a highly diverse institution with learners and staff from all communities and backgrounds from across the West Midlands. We strongly welcome applicants from within our local communities with a passion to increase our young people's social mobility and future opportunities.
There couldn't be a more exciting time to join our team
As a valued member of AUEA we will offer:
A family-feel environment centered around the health and well-being of staff and students.
A designated Staff Benefits, training and Health Care package including a family day off per year.
Personalised CPD and Career development program
Opportunity for experience and development as part of our University or Armed Forces and Combined Cadet Force partnerships.
Visits with the Director are welcome either virtually or in person. Closing date: 10th December 2024
Interviews: w/c 16th December 2024
Our People
Aston University Engineering Academy and Sixth Form is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. However you identify, we actively celebrate the knowledge, experience and talents each person brings. Our students come from a wide range of backgrounds; therefore we are particularly interested to hear from applicants who will help our leaders and teams be more reflective of our student population.
AUEA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.K.

The duties and responsibilities of the MRI Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist include, but are not limited to the following:

• will perform magnetic resonance scanning on patients as requested by the clinical staff.
• will adhere to basic principles of radiation, radiofrequency and magnetic safety in order to protect the patient and the operating personnel.
• will observe patient's appliances that may accompany patient to the magnetic resonance imaging suites and make necessary adjustments to prevent problems.
• must adhere to and be familiar with infection control policies and procedures to be followed on patients undergoing diagnostic studies on the MRI unit.
• responsible for insuring proper cleaning and decontamination of the equipment as necessary.
• responsible for changing the linens and using aseptic technique after patient's procedure.
• will position patient in the MRI scanner gantry; monitors patient during all phases of the examination; and remove patient from the influence of the magnetic field upon completion of the data acquisition.
• responsible for managing the patient flow throughout the MRI suite, insuring that patients are called back to the MRI as soon as possible after their scheduled appointment time, allowing time for patients to change clothes. keeping scheduled patients and front desk staff updated on waiting times and insuring efficiency of operations, as delineated by the supervisor, to assure maximum patient throughput.
• will maintain all necessary supplies needed for scan procedures. notifying Supervisor when supplies need to be reordered.
• will be on call and must be available to perform emergency procedures that require use of MRI scan examinations.
• Is authorized for IV administration as per Radiology policy.
• Technologists are to respond to a page and/phone call within 15 minutes and should arrive on station within one hour of the page or phone call. Additionally they are required to update the AOD on any unexpected delays they may encounter.
• Utilizes knowledge of physiology and cross-sectional anatomy, such as location, appearance and function of the various major and minor systems susceptible to radiologic exposure or MR imaging to detect physical abnormalities associated with most disease or lesions which are illustrated by MRI scanning. Must be able to recognize scans that illustrate lesions and develop them through control of various technical parameters and techniques to optimize their clarity for diagnostic use. Must also recognize when additional scans or pulse sequences are necessary to fully illustrate the lesion or disease.
• Utilizes knowledge of basic nursing practices relating to radiography such as emergency cardiac arrest procedures and use of oxygen to assist with breathing difficulties.
• Utilizes knowledge and skills sufficient to consult with physicians and physicist on logical protocol to follow in attempting to establish or confirm the diagnosis of a patient. Solving previous technical instructions on problems others have been unable to solve by use of established decision criteria and advise specialists in other sections of the hospital on advanced diagnostic procedures of the Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
• Utilizes practical knowledge of computer operations to ensure proper control of patient data input and to ensure accuracy of data output.
• Utilizes knowledge of the type of surveillance needed to monitor variables that affect the quality of services. Skill in evaluation of the interpreting results of quality control procedures and implementing corrective action when indicated.
• Utilizes knowledge of recognized reference standards and regulatory agency requirements sufficient to ensure that procedures relative to patients, employees, and visitors are consistent with requirements for radiation and environmental safety.
• Utilizes knowledge of pharmacology including classification and administration of drugs, patient's response and common dosage required for diagnostic studies.
• Other duties as required.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with rotating weekends, holidays, and some on-call coverage for weekends. This subject to change based on the operational needs of the agency.
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: FS-338
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Starting at $73,292 Per Year (GS 9)

A Vacancy at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.


***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***

**Please Note: This is All an Year Round 24/7 Service**

** Previous applicants need not apply **

Band 3 Health Care Assistant Children’s Complex Care

An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit Band 3 Health Care Assistants. The team supports children with complex health needs in their own homes and schools. We are looking for confident innovative HCA’s to join our Children’s Complex Care team working across Birmingham.

You will participate in the provision of basic nursing care and specialist care for children who have a range of complex disabilities due to chronic disease, congenital abnormalities, trauma, or who are terminally ill and at the end of their life. The post holder will work as part of the nursing team and supporting the other members of the multi-disciplinary Team. The post holder may be required to work within the service user’s home / a hospital / hospice / school, or day centre environment depending upon their individual needs at that time

The role involves delivering care to children in a variety of settings, including home and school. The successful candidate will be trained in a variety of clinical skills such as gastrostomy feeding, suction, oxygen therapy using a competency based framework. You will received continued support in the role.

You will need a good level of basic education including computer skills and at least NVQ level 3 in a child or young adult related subject or equivalent level of experience related subject. Experience working with children who are ventilated or have complex health problems would be beneficial but not essential. It is also important the successful candidate is innovative in providing play and learning opportunities for the children.

You will need to be flexible in the community setting and a good team player and be able to develop collaborative working relationships with other healthcare professionals, services and agencies.

Be Part of Our Team...

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europe’s leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.

If you want to ‘Be Part of Our Team’ and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for better care and healthier communities, we want to hear from you.

For further details on the main responsibilities, please see the attached job description and person specification.


This advert closes on Monday 2 Dec 2024

The post-holder will oversee the day-to-day management of in-patients through participation in the departmental weekly on-service and out-of-hours rota along with undertaking regular outpatient clinics and attendance at appropriate MDTs. There will be a liaison role with the well-established Paediatric Oncology Shared Care Units (POSCUs). The successful candidate will be eligible for inclusion on the specialist register for Paediatric Oncology or be within 6 months of completion of higher specialist training or equivalent.

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.