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The Oxford Health Pharmacy & Medicines Management service employs approximately 80 staff, predominantly clinical pharmacists, and technicians, supported by dispensary and administrative staff. Clinical pharmacists and medicines management technicians (MMTs) are based on clinical sites with supply and support functions at hubs in Oxfordshire. The department provides services to our mental health and community hospital patients, alongside other community-based patients and teams. Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role

Patient Care Demonstrate and promote a patient and family centred style of clinical practice. Be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care from admission to discharge. Respond to emergency situations with composure, maintaining patient safety and seeking immediate support, and supporting the patient, family/carers and other staff as required Identify and discuss patient needs with the team/staff, patients, carers and the multi-disciplinary team. Be able to plan own workload. Demonstrate a problem solving approach to effectively execute planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised plans of care based on a person centred model of care. Maintain patient dignity and confidentiality at all times. Leadership and Management Ensure compliance with the Health and Social Care Act regulations 2010 by adhering to the Care Quality Commission standards at all times raising concerns to the Sister/charge Nurse or an appropriate senior person, (CQC 2010 Guidance about compliance: Summary of regulations, outcomes and judgement framework). Contribute towards quality and improvement initiatives being undertaken in the department, as directed by Ward Manager. Ensure the appropriate management of clinical and general waste. Ensure staffing resources are used appropriately when prescribing and implementing care and treatments.

Administration Along with the other members of the Admin & Clerical team, to provide a comprehensive administrative service to the Dietetic Service Manager, Dietetic Team Leaders and the Dietitians within the department of Nutrition and Dietetics liaising with a wide range of people and agencies both internally and externally. The tasks completed by the Admin & Clerical team include: Checking new outpatient referrals daily using the E-referral service and EPR. Uploading referrals and making appointments in the appropriate clinic. Contacting patients to inform them if appointments have changed. Initial triaging of outpatient referrals, using knowledge and own judgement to determine in appropriate for OUH dietetic appointment or if required arranging onward referral to the appropriate service. Booking all dietetic outpatient appointments using EPR, reviewing clinic lists and maintaining up to date records on EPR accordingly in line with the OUH Elective Access Policy. Ensure that appropriate action is taken following both patient and hospital cancellations, such that the utilisation of service capacity is maximised. Ensure cancellations are appropriately scheduled in accordance with Trust Policy, and escalate as required. Monitor waiting lists and breaches, and where possible arrange appropriate appointments / Harm Reviews for these patients. Determining and arranging any special needs for patient appointments including interpreter services, transport, etc and communicating this clearly with patients, carers and dietitians. Managing the stock control of feeding tubes across the hospital/s and stationery across the dietetic department/s. Invoicing ward areas for feeding tubes regularly through Finance. Research/order office equipment and new tubes as required. Responsibility for the management of department equipment. Ensuring adequate supplies are kept and maintenance of equipment and facilities. Contributing to the overall management of the office environment, liaising on issues of accommodation, furnishings etc. Support orientating and inducting new staff, including issuing name badges, addressing Health and Safety issues, and being a point of contact for any queries. Planning and maintaining multiple office rotas, circulation slips/office bleep list/on-call lists/staff lists and department rotas informing all sites and switchboard accordingly. Inputting data into spreadsheets and databases, producing reports to show dietetic activity across the trust and extrapolating as required. Booking medical notes for dietitians in and out on EPR - organising their collection and return. Any ad hoc administrative duties such as photocopying, filing, sending GP letters, emailing staff, recording annual, sick, study, compassionate leave, for all staff. Support with invoices and usage from external companies as required. To organise and co-ordinate work with the other departmental administrators and provide support and cover in their absence. Liaise with the dietetic assistants and support them, as required. Communication Focal point for communication within the department, receiving patients, guests, visitors, enquirers efficiently, ensuring their queries are answered or they are transferred onto the most appropriate person; Deal with staff, service users and other agencies sensitively and positively. Provide reassurance and support to patients and their families, in difficult circumstances and/or when distressed Use own judgement in ensuring effective communication to patients and their families, including advising the appropriate service or clinic for patients Respond to communication and queries including email, face to face and regular telephone calls in a timely manner Effectively represent the department through regular information contacts and networks. To be able to demonstrate overall knowledge of the department, together with more detailed knowledge of specific service areas Communicate a variety of complex and sensitive information effectively and to a high standard both orally and in writing. This may include but is not limited to; hospital procedure and government targets, admission and discharge information. Responding to correspondence on behalf of Managers and draft correspondence as appropriate. Arrange out-patient appointments both by telephone and by EPR system. Responsible for the upkeep of the EPR system clinic lists / schedules. To liaise and work closely with all members of the A&C team across sites. Liaise with the Therapies A&C team to provide / request support as required Organisation and Planning Work with the service manager to design and implement clinic templates to ensure efficient and effective utilisation of clinic and clinician time. Actively support the working groups of the Dietetic Department including Diet Sheet Group, Digital Group, etc. This may include: Assisting in updating and producing Oxfordshire Dietetic resources, diet sheets and patient information literature Attending, coordinating, or being secretary for working group meetings Contributing to the service development and advising on proposed changes to procedures / resources, etc. Support Student Training Lead as required. Sending out student induction information and assisting in organising honorary contract, smartcards, computer access, etc. Help facilitate a Dietetics Open Day annually. Collate list of attendees throughout the year, arrange volunteers, evaluation forms and honorary contracts and assist with the smooth running of the day. Key recruitment support including welcoming interview candidates, explaining procedures and introducing to interviewer, photocopying identity documents. Giving support to new and junior members of staff by listening/advising/explaining procedures or formalities. Taking responsibility for chasing quotes/deadlines from internal departments and external organisations. Organising and preparing meetings, chairing and taking minutes when necessary, arranging room bookings, equipment provision and oversee setting up. Responding to follow up actions as required. Taking responsibility on behalf of the Dietetic Services Manager for tasks and systems that can appropriately be delegated to the Administrator. In the absence of the Dietetic Assistants help wherever possible e.g. supplying non-contract feeds to ward staff and keeping records up to date, taking messages from wards relating to patients specific feed /meal requests. Data Collection Updating EPR according to outpatient activity. Produce monthly statistics on out-patient waiting times, referral data and clinic activity. Creating, updating and monitoring clinical databases for audit/monitoring purposes for use trust wide. Keeping the enteral feeding tube clinical databases updated monthly for use across sites and by the Clinical Nurse Specialist and able to access and answer queries as requested. Complete stock takes annually. Support, distribute and collate patient and staff surveys. Complete appropriate staff surveys. Produce urgent reports from dietetic activity database for management information and staff appraisals on regular basis within specified timeframes. Information Technology Demonstrate good computer system and keyboard skills. I.T. Superuser ability to act on behalf of IM&T department to help with minor problems in local area close to Dietetics (i.e. faulty printer, email, network log on). Manage and oversee rollout of I.T. equipment to the department, i.e. desktop PCs, laptop, printers. Liaising with I.T. procurement, arranging set-up/network log on and compatibility. Responsibility for contacting outside companies for software specific to Dietetics as required. Arrange procurement, delivery and installation. Website Co-ordinator update the Dietetic intranet page as and when required. Health & Safety To act as Health and Safety Lead taking an active role in the following: Department Fire Marshall - ensure staff attend fire training, keeping record of attendees, ensure staff are aware of fire policy and evacuation procedure for department including use of extinguishers and fire exit routes Responsible for maintenance of Health and Safety manual and spreadsheet, actively encouraging staff to keep all Trust mandatory and statutory training up to date. Liaising with Health and Safety Representatives from each site for up to date information. Incident Reporting - encourage and advise staff to complete Incident Report form when necessary Feedback any health and safety issues at department meeting as a regular agenda item. General Responsibilities Take responsibility for planning own workload to achieve necessary deadlines Develop knowledge of the dietetic service including the types of clinics / appointments available and for which patients. This will help using own judgement to arrange / re-arrange the most appropriate appointment for patients Maintain expertise and robust working knowledge of the Trust Patient Access Policy, attending training and contributing to pathway redesign as required. Attend Departmental meetings and training as required to ensure that you maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of service and trust procedures. To take responsibility for own Continuous Professional Development by attending appropriate courses. Participate in annual appraisal, identifying own development and training needs, setting personal development objectives and writing an annual report.

Principle Duties: The post holder will develop and implement administrative systems which will ensure the efficient and effective running of the ward, allowing the Ward Manager to concentrate more fully on the clinical aspects of his/her job role. This includes: Representing ward staff or managers at appropriate meetings, reporting back accordingly Manage the administrative process for the recruitment and orientation of new ward staff Make changes to e rostering as required by the Ward Sister Uploading information on trust intranet and internal shared drives as required Record and respond to all enquiries and requests on behalf of ward managers, and personally act upon when appropriate Meet & greet Provide secretarial support to the ward manager, preparing and keeping his/her diary Minute take and record action notes from a variety of meetings as required Ensure there is a proper system for the collection and storage of audits and other monitoring and sensitive information, both electronically and paper copies Organize all relevant meetings Prepare and type letters and reports as required Organize appointments and transport for staff when required Assist the ward staff and/or ward clerk in requesting and reporting maintenance work required on the ward, as appropriate Ensure that payroll documentation is submitted and follow up with any problems that may arise Please see full Job Description and Person Specification for more details.

As a member of the team in this enhanced role support and work closely with registered practitioners to deliver a high standard of care to patients, families and their carers in a safe and supportive environment without the need for direct supervision. To work as part of the wider team in developing and maintaining services provided to patients and contribute to the safe, efficient and smooth running of the ward/clinical area or department. This will be undertaken whilst maintaining the dignity and privacy of all patients and respect their right to confidentiality. To complete and maintain on an ongoing basis a generic and specific portfolio of clinical competencies and/or Care Certificate as required. To be motivated in order to review progress with Manager at regular intervals through the appraisal process. Understand own level of responsibility, scope of practice and accountability and at all times act within own capabilities.

Delivery of an effective, efficient and sustainable supply chain management (SCM) service to customers across the Trust, and to those others who rely on the supply chain to support the OUH mission. Leading on the development of key relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders across the Trust to understand and meet their needs. Work in collaboration with Strategic Sourcing Procurement colleagues to develop 3- to 5-year strategies and lead on the development of Supply Chain activities across all areas of Trust activity to maximise customer value. Developing and delivering the transformation of the Supply Chain to create a best-in-class system. Development of the Supply Chain organisation and build a motivated, high- performing team, providing clear, visible, responsive and professional leadership to all Supply Chain personnel. Carry out contract management activities for key suppliers that provide services that align with supply chain operations, providing opportunities to deliver improved services (transformation of Supply chain services) Development of the team in terms of skills and capability building, resourcing, talent management and succession planning, establishing a coaching and mentoring learning process and utilising the Trust apprenticeship scheme to best effect. The leadership, management, development and performance of the Trust-wide supply chain team and supporting the training, development and succession planning across the team and in particular pro-actively manage and support the development of any direct reports. Building trust-based supportive relationships with stakeholders across and beyond the Trust, and developing and agreeing SLAs and KPIs with all customer areas aligning with organisational aims of providing high quality patient car Ensuring that the Trust is compliant with all relevant statutory and local policies/standards and procedures, update those policies to reflect best practice and change in external legislation and taking a proactive stance in the development of a diverse, inclusive and safety-conscious culture. Representing the Trust at a national level in supply chain forums, aiming to achieve the best outcomes for the Trust. The management and performance of the SCM Team and the development of Trust-wide strategic SCM processes, integrating key internal stakeholders and suppliers to deliver value within a compliant framework. The development and implementation of supply chain policy, procedures and processes to ensure best practice, efficiency, and coherent workflows, utilising SMART operational metrics and performance reporting, including governance, compliance, and assurance. To professionalise the supply chain service, fostering a positive, customer- focused team culture and growth mindset. Development and maintenance of supply chain risk assessment, management and mitigation. Be the centre of excellence on commercial matters affecting SCM decisions. To explore and exploit opportunities for collaborative working internally and externally, and pro-actively network with key current and future clients, suppliers, clinical and professional bodies. Provide line management for members of the SCM staff, and depute for colleagues in this respect when required, including recruitment, induction, disciplinary, performance improvement and grievance processes. Leads the development and management of the supply chain functions business continuity and disaster recovery plan and procedures, ensuring regular knowledge sharing and plan testing is carried out. To explore and exploit opportunities for collaborative working internally and externally, and pro-actively network with key current and future suppliers, professional bodies and local, regional, and national supply chain colleagues. Delivery of savings targets in line with departmental and Shared Service requirements and supporting the delivery of a balanced budget at year-end.

Biomedical Scientist Nuffield Health Oxford Manor Hospital | Pathology | Fixed Term Contract - 12 months | Full time | Competitive salary, depending on experience 37.5 hours per week To look after the nation's heath, we must provide the highest standards of care. So, we need to work with the best talent around. That's why we're looking for someone who understands how important it is to maintain great relationships while providing the high levels of service in a modern pathology laboratory. As a Biomedical Scientist specialising in Histology, you will: Be competent to work in different sections of the laboratory. Participate in the production of histology sections for microscopic examination. This includes: Biopsy / specimen transfer Tissue processing Embedding Microtomy Staining Microscopy. Prepare staining solutions and reagents and to assist in the maintenance of adequate stocks of reagents and consumables. Ensure the efficient and safe use of consumables and equipment within the working area. Participate in internal quality control procedures and external quality assurance procedures. Participate in quality assurance procedures and corrective actions. Communicate with clinicians, laboratory and clinical staff from the Manor Hospital and other organisations regarding samples required, appropriateness of tests, provision of results etc. Work according to the regulations and codes of practice governing aspects of Health and Safety relevant to the department. Maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests and investigations carried out in the laboratory. To be considered for this role, you must: Have an active HCPC registration. Be organised and possess good IT skills. Have knowledge of the Health and Safety of working in a lab. Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. You can get everything from free gym membership to private healthcare, emotional wellbeing support and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Nuffield Health Oxford Hospital Our modern hospital is based within a stone's throw of the historic City of Oxford, a world-renowned centre of excellence for surgical and medical expertise. We are proud of the wonderful environment and team we have established, providing our patients with first class care. We operate 6 well equipped and modern operating theatres with 64 well-presented ensuite rooms. We cater for inpatient and day care, providing a broad range of surgical specialties and clinics including Paediatrics, Oncology, Interventional Cardiology & Radiology, Orthopaedics, Endoscopy, Gynaecology, Urology, Ophthalmology as well as women's and men's health clinics. The hospital is located with excellent transport links by road and rail, both to and from London, Thames Valley, and the Midlands. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

Job Summary: OUH has measured its carbon footprint for the activities over which it has control for the Financial Year 2022/23 and 2023/24. This has been split out into Scope 1, 2 and some of the Scope 3 categories. Footprint calculation has identified activities on which to focus. This role entails the development of projects to bring about a reduction in carbon emissions. The Net Zero and Carbon Reduction Projects Programme Manager is therefore responsible for the delivery to time, budget, and quality carbon reduction projects across the Trust. Such projects may be identified by teams within Estates, Procurement or Clinical Services and be targeted to reduce emissions for the OUH Carbon Footprint. The role includes the responsibility of delegated capital and revenue projects (projects), including project and programme management, cost and contract management, procurement management quality management, health & safety, and risk management in support of the Trust objectives. Working within an acute hospital environment, the Programme Manager will be responsible for the planning, prioritising, monitoring and control of all aspects of one or more high value (up to £20 million) and complex capital and revenue projects, including the delivery of energy, travel, water, waste, supply chain and other carbon reduction initiatives across the estate. Communication and stakeholder engagement is essential and understanding of the Trust Governance Structures and the postholder would be expected to have an active role in any internal campaigns to change behaviour or raise awareness. The Programme Manager will use technical knowledge and experience to resolve project issues to ensure the successful delivery to the specified programme, cost, and quality standards. The Programme Manager will also work with external stakeholders, notably suppliers and local Government to develop and embed projects. Main Tasks and Responsibilities Professional Responsibilities Source, collate and filter Net Zero and carbon reduction projects for implementation. Working with the other teams and colleagues in the Trust (including but not limited to Procurement, Energy Manager; Waste Manager; Communications Lead for Estates; Energy & Carbon Data Officer) identify projects that would reduce carbon for the Trust and achieve the Net Zero ambition. Maintain a register/database of projects. Score potential projects against various criteria such as implementation costs, carbon savings etc., Develop a list of trial projects and present to take forward in conjunction with technical colleagues and ensure all governance requirements are met. Work with Trusts Energy Manager to ensure feasibility of energy projects including liaising with Mechanical and Electrical staff. Work with Trusts Waste Manager to ensure feasibility of waste reduction projects. Work with Trusts Procurement team to ensure feasibility of supplier engagement projects and draft tender documents where necessary and meet with Procurement and contractors. Implement a programme of activities. Work alongside the Trusts Energy and Carbon Data Officer to ensure effective monitoring is in place that would allow measurement and verification. Work alongside Estates Communications Lead to appraise all stakeholder (Estates, clinicians and contractors) of project timescales, changes to working practices and intended outcomes. Be the day-to-day contact for projects during implementation. Work alongside the Trusts Energy and Carbon Data Officer to ensure cost and consumption savings are tracked and reported monthly and summarised at project stages. Work alongside Trusts Energy Manager to ensure uninterrupted service and relevant regulations are met. Main a timeline of project phases and implementation Robust validation of projects for success and lessons learnt. Following successful trial projects provide write up of results including all cost and carbon savings Review trials for potential project expansion. Disseminate project results to internal stakeholders. Develop success criteria of projects. Horizon scanning for future projects and technologies for adoption Horizon scanning for grant funding Develop case studies or success stories for external sharing and publication Managerial Responsibilities To support and guide Project Managers and consultants in the management of projects within and to provide the most practical and economic solutions for design, procurement, construction, management, commissioning, and maintenance of the development. The management will include undertaking regular project reviews on a one-to-one basis; identifying training needs, including ensuring that inductions and Trust mandatory training courses are completed; ensuring that any performance issues are dealt with in an appropriate and timely manner; and that appraisals are undertaken on an annual basis with periodic reviews throughout the year as appropriate. General duties Ensure the risks associated with the areas of responsibility are placed on the Trusts Risk Management System and are regularly reviewed and mitigated to an acceptable level; The role involves prioritising and being able to react to changing workloads; Communicate with all levels of staff across the organisation, ensuring that complex information is communicated in an easy to understand way to staff who are not specialists; Communicate to a variety of external organisations, contractors, suppliers etc. on a daily basis or as required to ensure that projects etc. are progressed in accordance with plans; Produce regular reports using the Trusts IT systems including project management software. Report monthly (including Highlight Report, Exception Report, cash flow and forecast outturn Capital Spread sheet, Risk Log etc) as required by Capital Management Group and provide other updates as required by management. Report on progress to the Project Sponsor, Project Group, Capital Management Group, and other senior managers monthly and as required. Manage the budget, including contingencies and risk sums and reclaim of VAT, to ensure that the Trust and the Client receive value for money, including value engineering the projects, as necessary. Be responsible for the installation of physical assets as part of project delivery. Deputise for line manager as required; Oversee Project Initiation Documents or Project Execution Plans and detailed project plans to ensure delivery of the project to agreed budget, programme, scope, and quality standards, taking account of interdependencies between projects. Monitor and ensure plans are updated on a regular basis. Manage and ensure the successful delivery of the projects within an acute hospital environment, managing conflicting demands, whilst minimising any potential disruption or disturbance to patients, staff, or other visitors. Ensure that all aspects of the projects are managed based on best practice, promoting sustainability, and working towards enhancing patient care and experience. Working with the Project Sponsor, develop a Stakeholder Engagement Plan, ensuring that patients, the public, users, and internal and external stakeholders are fully and appropriately involved throughout the project. Communicate detailed and technical project, design, financial, risk and contractual information to the Sponsor, Project Board, senior managers, users, design consultants and contractors, ensuring their understanding and cooperation, as appropriate. Working with the Communications Team, develop Communication Plans for projects, setting out what is to be communicated to whom, at what stage, in what format, when and where, updating plans, as appropriate, throughout projects. Exchange and communicate sometimes complex or contentious information internally and externally with specialists and non-specialists. Negotiate technical and compliance matters with contractors and suppliers, working in close collaboration with corporate colleagues, senior managers and Directors as necessary; Provide specialist carbon and sustainability advice to other estates staff, directors and senior management of the Trust; and may be required to advise external agencies; Make judgements on a range of professional matters involving complex facts, requiring analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options some of which may be conflicting - taking into account legislation, organisational commitment, national and local standards; Carry out all aspects required of the role with complete professionalism at all times; Act responsibly at all times with total awareness and appreciation of duty of care as a Trust employee and as an individual; Work in accordance with the requirements of HTMs, HBNs, British Standards, Model Specifications and all Statutory Regulations, Codes of Practice and Trust Policies and Procedures; Act on own initiative and advise senior staff of implications of technical issues when attending sites; Training To attend Statutory, Mandatory and local induction training as necessary; To undertake further specialist training in key areas of the energy and carbon data role as requested by the Senior Estates Managers, including off site seminars and networking; Other Responsibilities Always adhere to Trust values; Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade; Use all relevant PPE, tools and equipment within safety guidelines as necessary for the completion of works;