Total 298 Customer Service job vacancies in Oldham, OL1 2JH

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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

We are currently seeking an experienced Specialty Doctor Histopathologist to join our team. The successful candidate will be a well-motivated individual looking to develop and extend their skills.

We can offer a place in a large dynamic service that in the Greater Manchester centre for neuropathology and Upper GI surgery. Our repertoire includes dermatopathology, neuropathology, renal , GI, gynae, head and neck, Breast and urology pathology. We provide onsite assessment of renal and non-gynae samples at our Salford site. We have an , histochemistry and immunofluorescence service. The departments are both UKAS accredited. We handle over 98 000 histology and 7000 Diagnostic cytology specimens a year for our hospitals and GPs.

We serve six hospitals within Greater Manchester.

Active participation in CPD and opportunities for further study are encouraged and where possible supported. The department is committed to developing its staff

The successful candidate will be expected to be involved with all aspects of the routine histology service, and be the key trainer for the trainee Biomedical dissectors. Experience of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and confidence with IT programmes is essential.

NCA NHS Foundation Trust aims to be the safest organisation in the NHS. We aim to be the safest and most effective cellular pathology laboratory in the NHS.

The service is located in two laboratories within the NCA, Oldham and Salford sites

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/


This advert closes on Wednesday 27 Nov 2024

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Join Our Heart-Caring Revolution!

Make a real impact in the lives of patients battling chronic heart failure! The Northern Care Alliance is seeking a dedicated Integrated Specialist in Chronic Heart Failure to join our passionate team.

What You'll Do:

Lead the Charge: Provide integrated hospital/community support for patients, families, and healthcare professionals navigating chronic heart failure.

Personalised Care: Tailor treatment plans aligned with local and national guidelines to ensure optimal patient care.

Trailblaze Pathways: Contribute to the development of innovative care pathways for chronic heart failure.

Empower Education: Train and inspire the multidisciplinary team, sharing your expertise to enhance care management.

Collaborate for Success: Work alongside a talented team to deliver effective support and palliative care.

Champion Data Accuracy: Oversee data collection to meet local and national audit requirements, ensuring confidentiality and security.

What We’re Looking For:

An NMC Registered Professional with experience in chronic heart failure management.

Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to transforming heart failure care and improving patient outcomes. If you're passionate about making a lasting difference, we want to hear from you!

Apply now and help us shape a brighter future for heart failure patients!

Are you passionate about teaching and enhancing patient care? The Northern Care Alliance is seeking an enthusiastic professional to lead training initiatives for our multidisciplinary team managing chronic heart failure.

Your Impact:

Identify Needs: Assess the training requirements across the patient journey.

Lead Learning: Organise engaging study days, covering everything from diagnosis to palliative care.

Create Excellence: Develop and evaluate targeted education programs for healthcare professionals.

Be a Mentor: Support learners and guide the next generation of healthcare providers.

Foster Growth: Cultivate an inspiring learning environment focused on best practices.

Bridge Gaps: Use your communication skills to address knowledge gaps within the team.

Strategise for Success: Collaborate to enhance education and training in heart failure management.

Enhance Resources: Review educational materials for patients, families, and caregivers.

Why Join Us?

You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of heart failure care alongside a dedicated, passionate team. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference, we want to hear from you!



The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential tomake a differenceand we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values -care,appreciateandinspire– to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk



This advert closes on Wednesday 20 Nov 2024

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Radiology Clinical Support Worker

We are a friendly radiology team committed to delivering high quality patient care. We are looking for a an enthusiastic hard working member to join our team based at The Royal Oldham Hospital.

The Support Worker works as part of the radiology team, providing an efficient and high quality imaging service 24/7, whilst dealing with patients in a caring professional manner. The Radiology Support Worker will be expected over time to develop skills and experience in a range of areas and will be supported throughout this time by the Ultrasound Clinical Department Manager, although immediate supervision may not always be practicable.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

We are currently in process of updating our values. For the latest information around our values and behaviours, please visit our careers websitewww.careers.northerncarealliance.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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk


This advert closes on Tuesday 19 Nov 2024

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The HSDU at The Royal Oldham Hospital are looking for a self-motivated and reliable individual to train as a Decontamination Technician.

You will be joining a busy team to undertake decontamination science duties in providing a specialised decontamination of medical devices service contributing to the clinical care of the patient.

Full training will be given in line with the departments ISO 13485 Accreditation, to allow you to assist in the safe and efficient delivery of decontamination services. You will receive continuous development and the opportunity to enhance your career within the decontamination field.

You will demonstrate a commitment and interest within the speciality and have proven ability to work within a challenging environment as part of a dedicated team.

You will have strong verbal skills and the ability to communicate with staff at all levels, often being the main contact between the HSDU and service users.

If you have excellent organisational skills, communication skills and are able to deal with difficult situations as they arise, this post could be for you.
• To undertake decontamination science duties and assist (under supervision) the workforce of Decontamination Technician Supervisors, in providing a specialised decontamination of medical devices service contributing to the clinical care of the patient.
• To carry out the receipt, disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, packing and sterilization of reusable medical devices. Record all tasks in the Healthcare Science Information Systems (tracking and tracing) database.
• Work in accordance with the Department’s Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Management Systems.
• To plan your own workload with limited supervision.
• The role involves exposure to blood and body fluids.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.


• To undertake decontamination science duties and assist (under supervision) the workforce of Decontamination Technician Supervisors, in providing a specialised decontamination of medical devices service contributing to the clinical care of the patient.
• To carry out the receipt, disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, packing and sterilization of reusable medical devices. Record all tasks in the Healthcare Science Information Systems (tracking and tracing) database.
• Work in accordance with the Department’s Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Management Systems.
• To plan your own workload with limited supervision.
• The role involves exposure to blood and body fluids.

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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk






This advert closes on Tuesday 19 Nov 2024

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This post is a fixed term for 12 months.

Our thriving and dynamic Gastroenterology department is based at Oldham, Fairfield and Rochdale Hospital. With 3 endoscopy units. We are one of the largest endoscopy services in the country.

We have an award winning Tertiary Inflammatory Bowel Disease Centre, led by Professor J.K. Limdi, recognised nationally & internationally for clinical services and research. We benefit from an award winning Community Diagnostic Centre in Oldham, away from the acute site. This state of the art modular build has PET-CT (to be upgraded to one of the first digital PET CT scanners in the country), MR, CT, Ultrasound and physiological testing. It has been the focus of national attention and has been visited by the Prime Minister, Professor Sir Mike Richards and the National Clinical Director for Elective care.

The NCA offers many opportunities for further personal and career development. Access to relevant study leave will be available, subject to the agreement of the supervisor and department.

All consultants have 1 SPA for continuous professional development identified with their job plans; further SPA is identified in recognition of additional roles.

The post holder will complement and develop existing services through the provision of specialist knowledge & expertise in Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine.

There cannot be a better time to join our team. Team members have the opportunity to influence the development of services.

The post holder will provide demonstrable expertise in Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine in order to deliver a high quality independent service.

The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with other consultants and members of the wide multi-disciplinary team to develop Gastroenterology services.
• To provide conditions for improved training opportunities in line with national and local recommendations arising out of MMC and related requirements
• To participate in the undergraduate teaching programme
• To assist and participate with the development of postgraduate training for F1s, F2s, and other staff as appropriate.
• Where agreed, to act as Educational Supervisor to junior and middle grade medical staff, being responsible for their appraisal and personal development planning.
• To promote evidence based practice. To respond appropriately to NICE guidance.
• To change own and others clinical practice in response to new clinical development.
• To undertake and supervise relevant clinical audit topics
• To be involved in risk management and quality assurance.
• To remain up to date and engaged in CME/CPD as per RCP guidelines
• To respond appropriately to complaints and critical incidents.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/


This advert closes on Sunday 24 Nov 2024

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Are you a Band 5 Nurse ready for an exciting new chapter? If you're passionate about making a tangible impact alongside remarkable people in a 'great' workplace, we want to hear from you.

Join our Children’s Community Nursing Team (CCNT) in Oldham on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover study leave. This is your chance to be part of a dynamic team responsible for providing essential care closer to home for babies, children, and young people facing various health challenges—from short-term illnesses to chronic conditions and even end-of-life care.

As a valued member of our team, you will collaborate with local partners, including community, acute, and tertiary care providers, as well as local authorities and volunteer organisations. You’ll be instrumental in delivering holistic, family-centered care, making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Don’t worry if you’re new to community nursing; we are eager to support your development and growth. Located at the Integrated Care Centre in Oldham, you’ll experience a welcoming environment brimming with learning opportunities.

If you’re ready to embrace a rewarding challenge and build lasting relationships while caring for children in need, come join us and be part of something extraordinary.



Join us in delivering exceptional, evidence-based care to children in the comfort of their own homes and community settings! As part of our dedicated team, you will partner with parents and caregivers to provide tailored support for every child’s unique needs.

In this dynamic role, you’ll monitor and recognize acute illness exacerbations, initiate critical nursing interventions, and collaborate closely with senior clinicians for optimal care. Your expertise will help shape individualized care programs through ongoing assessment and evaluation, ensuring effective communication with multidisciplinary teams.

You'll empower children on their journey to self-care, guiding them toward healthier lifestyles while educating parents and caregivers about health promotion and specific clinical needs.

Additionally, you'll connect community services with children’s inpatient units, facilitating smooth transitions and safe discharges. Your responsibilities will extend to community clinics, outpatient appointments, discharge planning meetings, and safeguarding discussions, ensuring vital information flows seamlessly among all parties.

Throughout your work, you'll maintain accurate, confidential records and embrace technological advancements that enhance care delivery. Join us in fostering independence and nurturing health, making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in our community!

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential tomake a differenceand we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values -care,appreciateandinspire– to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse or Midwife in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.

The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/


We reserve the right to close the online vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and return your application form as soon as possible.


This advert closes on Monday 18 Nov 2024

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Exciting opportunity alert! We are seeking a passionate Nurse Hysteroscopist to join our dynamic Specialist Nursing Team in Gynaecology. Dive into a role where your expertise will make a real difference in patient care and experience!

Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and continually striving to enhance the patient journey. You’ll have the chance to engage in quality improvement initiatives, with the robust support of our Directorate team to implement changes that directly impact our services and the lives of our patients.

In this role, you will be matched with a dedicated mentor who will guide your professional growth, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way. We are committed to your development and will provide tailored learning opportunities relevant to your role, including allocated time within your job plan to maintain your BSGE registration and pursue personal development.

If you're ready to take your nursing career to the next level in a rewarding environment focused on innovation and patient-centric care, we want to hear from you! Join us in making a meaningful impact in Gynaecology.

Join our team as a Registered Nurse with an accredited BSGE qualification and elevate your career in Gynaecology! In this dynamic role, you will play a crucial part in our Gynaecology Endoscopy Unit, where you’ll not only maintain high standards in line with RCOG and BSGE guidelines but also directly impact patient care.

As a key player in our multidisciplinary team, you will assess patients, take comprehensive histories, and perform essential procedures. Your expertise will help interpret investigation results, ensuring timely follow-up and discharge arrangements for patients. You’ll also have the rewarding opportunity to manage Two Week Wait Clinics, supporting early cancer diagnosis and treatment.

This role offers diverse experiences across various sites within the Northern Care Alliance, including Royal Oldham Hospital, Fairfield Hospital, and Salford Royal Hospital. You’ll collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care, all while enhancing your skills and knowledge in a supportive environment.

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in patient lives while advancing your professional journey, we’d love to hear from you!

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential tomake a differenceand we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values -care,appreciateandinspire– to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk


We reserve the right to close the online vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and return your application form as soon as possible.


This advert closes on Monday 18 Nov 2024

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Location: Oldham

Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We're looking for people who are passionate about care, and who want to help others to join our amazing teams. We don't require you to have any previous social care experience, what we do need from you is to have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, you are required to have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If you're looking for a job that can be flexible around your lifestyle there are a variety of shift patterns available to work in mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we can offer the following benefits

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App request up to 50% of your pay in advance of pay day
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities available to existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card national discount card for hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews based on cost of living

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, kind-hearted and put others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Support with personal care such as showering, bathing and toileting
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping around the house with cleaning, cooking and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions

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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Role Summary The main purpose of the role is to provide a point of contact for patients and act as a focal point of communication between patients, doctors and other clinical staff. The post holder will share reception and clerical duties within the Practice and at the branch surgery as required, including use of the telephone and any other equipment as deemed necessary to carry out the duties listed below. Reception Duties To book appointments for patients with doctors and nursing staff and to ensure that patients who need urgent attention are seen. The accurate scanning of medical records, medical correspondence and other paperwork. Sorting of post, both internal and external. To retrieve notes for doctors and nurses as required. To record all visits and messages and ensure that they are passed on to the appropriate person in an efficient manner. To receive patients and supervise flow of patients to doctors and nurses. To assist with computerised repeat prescriptions and other computer systems. Administration duties as required for the efficient running of the Practice. Ensure that the Reception/Waiting area is tidy and ready for use by incoming colleagues and patients/visitors to the practice. To ensure that there are adequate supplies of stationary and other routine documents available in the consulting rooms, reception and waiting areas. To provide cover duties for other members of staff in case of holidays or sickness, in order to ensure the smooth running of the Practice. To assist with the implementation of new systems to ensure continued development of the Practice. To ensure patient confidentiality at all times. To prepare tea and coffee as required, as part of an agreed rota. Personal/professional development: The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, with 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 Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work 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 assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually) Reporting potential risks identified Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Safeguarding To recognise that promoting the welfare and safeguarding children, young people and adults is everyones business and access training or supervision as appropriate to the role. 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 that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Quality: The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Communication: The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly This list is not meant to be exhaustive and will be subject to change from time to time in agreement with the post holder.

Major Duties and Responsibilities To book routine and emergency appointments for patients, both over the telephone and for patients presenting to the surgery. The surgery also uses accurx triage system, once the patients have been triaged the receptionist will contact patients with appointment. To receive patients arriving at the surgery for appointments with the GP or members of the Primary Health Care Team. To answer telephone enquiries and to record messages from various sources for the information of the GP or members of the Primary Health Care Team. To deal with requests from patients for home visits and to prepare records for GP visiting. Explain practice arrangements and formal requirements to new patients and ensure all relevant paperwork is processed. Respond to all requests for assistance from patients and visitors. Email and photocopying documents. Open and distribute mail. To ensure that GP consulting rooms and reception area are tidy. Book requests for ambulance transport on the form provided and document a reminder in the Message Book. Any other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our Urgent Care Team at The Royal Oldham Hospital.

The role encompasses undertaking assessment of undifferentiated patients attending the ED using a range of different assessment and management methods, which may include physical examination, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medicines and advanced health needs assessment. Where competent and qualified to do so this will include children of all ages.

The ACP will manage and support the ACP with their learning and development as well as developing the advanced practitioner service working collaboratively with the lead ACP.

The post holder will be expected to work on the ACP rota working a 24 hour rota pattern (including weekends and night).

The post holder will demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills, for patients within the ED. They will ensure that evidence-based practice is inherent in all aspects of care and treatment and ensure this knowledge is disseminated throughout the clinical area.

The post holder will work collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professional colleagues within the hospital and community settings; to meet the needs of the patient ensuring high standards of individual patient care is delivered in accordance with the Trusts values and quality strategy. The post holder will assist in the development and enhancement of the service whilst providing a senior visible and accessible point of contact for parents, carers, nursing and medical staff in the department and multi-disciplinary team.

The ACP will provide professional and clinical leadership and will support the lead ACP to develop the ACP workforce and deliver the workforce strategy across emergency medicine. The ACP will provide a high level of clinical assessment and support to the care and treatment of a diverse and undetermined caseload of patients requiring unscheduled care, who may have highly acute presentations from the very sick seriously ill, to the more minor common illnesses and injuries.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential tomake a differenceand we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values -care,appreciateandinspire– to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk


This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse or Midwife in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.


The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/


This advert closes on Wednesday 13 Nov 2024

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A Vacancy at Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust.


An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Oldham Adult Community Division in the post of Assistant Director of Nursing for the Oldham and Salford Community Diagnostic Centres, including the Rapid Diagnostic Centre.

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic nurse to provide both strategic and professional leadership and to promote and ensure the professional nursing voice is embedded in all aspects of care for our patients.

You will need to be able to positively influence and ensure the delivery of safe, effective clinical care to patients thus making a positive difference to the patient’s experience.

This role will be working closely with our Divisional Management team to ensure that all services are delivered in line with agreed performance, financial and governance objectives whilst ensuring the workforce are professionally led and managed in order to develop a highly motivated and empowered team.

So if you are an inspirational, forward thinking/innovative and high performing leader who is completely committed to improving patient experience, clinical outcomes, and professional development then please get in touch.

This role will require you to work from the services three locations on a rotational basis:

Horton House, Hamilton Street, Oldham, OL4 1DE.

Salford CDC, Unit 14, West One Retail Park, Salford, M50 1ZD.

Oldham CDC, Salmon Fields, Oldham, OL2 6JG.

Ensure a robust professional approach to service development and improvement and that any subsequent changes to structures, services and roles are underpinned by appropriate support and on-going development.

Together with the Divisional Director of Nursing lead the strategic direction of the division and take a lead role in negotiating, identifying, and implementing plans, which contain the required detail for services to be managed and delivered effectively. Provide professional advice and leadership for the development, implementation and monitoring of the Nursing and Quality Strategies that deliver a high quality, patient centred service.

Encourage and enable the advancement and development of services and practice through personal and professional development which is aligned to strategic direction of the learning and development team.

You will be a senior clinician and be an advocate for patients.

Acting as a role model at all times, exhibiting behaviours that demonstrate the promotion of equality and diversity and putting the care patients at the centre of all you do whilst striving to build a workforce that promotes diversity, innovation and kindness.

You will be part of an experienced team of Nurses and external partners delivering co-produced care, supporting our staff to be able to develop and grow as individuals and teams in an environment based on continuous learning and improvement.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.


As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.


In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse or Midwife in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.


The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely.

To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/


This advert closes on Wednesday 13 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Oldham Adult Community Division in the post of Assistant Director of Nursing for the Adult Managed Care Directorate.

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic nurse to provide both strategic and professional leadership to our community nursing workforce and to promote and ensure the professional nursing voice is embedded in all aspects of care for our patients.

You will need to be able to positively influence and ensure the delivery of safe, effective clinical care to patients thus making a positive difference to the patient’s experience.

This role will be working closely with our Divisional Management team to ensure that all services are delivered in line with agreed performance, financial and governance objectives whilst ensuring the workforce are professionally led and managed in order to develop a highly motivated and empowered team.

So if you are an inspirational, forward thinking/innovative and high performing leader who is completely committed to improving patient experience, clinical outcomes, and professional development then please get in touch.


Ensure a robust professional approach to service development and improvement and that any subsequent changes to structures, services and roles are underpinned by appropriate support and on-going development.

Together with the Divisional Director of Nursing lead the strategic direction of the division and take a lead role in negotiating, identifying, and implementing plans, which contain the required detail for services to be managed and delivered effectively. Provide professional advice and leadership for the development, implementation and monitoring of the Nursing and Quality Strategies that deliver a high quality, patient centred service.

Encourage and enable the advancement and development of services and practice through personal and professional development which is aligned to strategic direction of the learning and development team.

You will be a senior clinician and be an advocate for patients.

Acting as a role model at all times, exhibiting behaviours that demonstrate the promotion of equality and diversity and putting the care patients at the centre of all you do whilst striving to build a workforce that promotes diversity, innovation and kindness.

You will be part of an experienced team of Nurses and AHP's delivering co-produced care, supporting our staff to be able to develop and grow as individuals and teams in an environment based on continuous learning and improvement.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.


As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.


In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk


This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse or Midwife in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.


The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely.

To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/


This advert closes on Wednesday 13 Nov 2024

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