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ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all rolesAccess to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savingsUnlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus schemeEmployee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

kitchen team member | full time

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. whether you’re looking to start a career in the kitchen or just looking for a wok inspired side hustle this could be the role for you. with over 165 uk restaurants and growing, we’re on a mission to nourish us all from bowl to soul

the role |

as a kitchen team member at wagamama you'll play a key role in our kitchen, preparing and serving our fresh food to standard with care. working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, not only will you gain key life skills at wagamama, you'll make great friends too, all whilst ensuring that our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way

if you...

• would love to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• have a genuine passion for fresh food, we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• like buzzing environments, keeping organised and have excellent attention to detail
• foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower others to thrive through training and personal growth opportunities

we’d love to hear from you

wok’s in it for you |

• weekly pay + share of the tips
• flexible hours to support your side hustle
• free food on shift – yes anything from our menu! plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends + family
• an industry leading family friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• fresh clean uniform provided by us for each shift
• be the first to experience our brand-new menus
• wagamama parties throughout the year with vip guests
• be known nationwide as a wok star – our national recognition programme

in addition to this, we offer the usual such as, pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail + leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships + long service awards

be you be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

*100% of tips go to our teams. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way

31st October,
Quality, Health & Safety Manager Witney, 35,000 - 45,000 Our client are a pioneering precision engineering firm, whose products have a global reach. They are seeking a quality biased Quality, Health and Safety Manager or an engineer who is ready to make the step up. This is a hands on role for an SME, with no direct line management but the opportunity to manage the complete function of Quality and H&S, along with being part of the senior management team and have your voice heard, to shape the direction of the business and processes.    The responsibilities of the Quality, Health and Safety Manager include:

Ensure that the processes needed for the Quality Management System (QMS) are established, implemented and maintained.
Establishing a good dialogue with our customers. Being the main contact for customer audits, service reviews and any Quality related issues.


... Click here to view more detail / apply for HSEQ Manager

The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: To be instrumental in the support of the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC requirements by providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager To support in the publication of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions Provide wound care (ulcer/Doppler, etc.) to patients To review patient medications to enhance compliance To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services To request pathology services and process pathology results as required To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation To ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy To assist GPs with minor surgery when required To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice) To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.) To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual) To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate In addition to the primary key responsibilities, the Practice Nurse may be requested to: Develop and review audit protocols and process for the practice, effectively utilising the audit cycle Develop, review and implement nursing protocols in conjunction with the partners Support all members of the nursing team, providing guidance when necessary, conducting appraisals and training needs analyses as required Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care Support and participate in shared learning within the practice in order to improve patient care Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach, i.e., root cause analysis (RCA) Coordinate the nursing team rota, ensuring sufficient staff are available to meet patient needs Lead the planning and implementation of changes within the nursing team, enhancing the provision of services to patients Support the practice team with the reviewing and implementation of practice policies and protocols, ensuring conformance to extant legislation

The role includes undertaking Healthy Child Programme transitional assessments and planning, delivering and evaluating public health initiatives through school and community-based health promotion activities. The role will require you to adhere to Safeguarding policies and actively engage under the supervision from a SCPHN in safeguarding processes and meetings. You will work in partnership with other agencies and develop, participate and maintain interagency networks. Please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full overview of the role responsibilities.

Provide NHS general medical services to patients registered on the practice list, delivering core primary care services as defined by the local ICS and NHS England requirements. Deliver comprehensive clinical care to patients, including consultation sessions, telephone triage, handling correspondence, reviewing results, conducting medication reviews, clinical administration, safeguarding, adhering to infection control policies, completing medical reports, and attending surgery meetings. Prescribe safe and effective medicines management which conforms to: NICE guidance and DH directives Good Prescribing Practice as defined by British National Formulary (BNF) guidance from Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain on safe and secure handling of medicine Operate safe management and regular review for all patients receiving repeat prescriptions Controlled Drugs legislation Shared protocols agreed between the OCCG and other NHS providers Locally specified Patient Group Directions Willing to cover duty doctor sessions on rotation basis. Requirement to take on patient list and be responsible for covering your own lab results and Docman during your scheduled admin allocation each week. Maintain the highest personal and professional standards as outlined by the GMC, prioritising individual patient care. Collaborate with the Practice Manager and Clinical Lead to support the development, execution, and review of the surgerys action plan, focusing on list growth, patient satisfaction, QOF, enhanced services, KPI targets, resource management and cost control. Be supportive of any complaints policy and procedure to ensure proper investigation and appropriate follow-up action in the event of a complaining being made about any aspect of the service provided or any personal provider of the service Work closely with other GPs and the clinical team to provide patient care and actively participate in team practice meetings. Record and report significant events and clinical governance issues to the Clinical Lead or Practice Manager. Perform additional duties as reasonably requested.

Benefits NHS Pensions Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Fantastic central location Friendly and cohesive team of GP Partners and Salaried GPs + Excellent clinical support team including Paramedics, Nurses, Health Care Assistants and Pharmacists. Weekly schedule catch-up with colleagues; great team environment 5 weeks holiday entitlement + Bank Holidays Flexible working schedule Rate of pay Starting from £12.49 per hour, dependant on experience. Employer details Employer name Northgate Health Centre Address 15 Market St, Oxford OX1 3EF Website https://www.northgatehealthcentre.co.uk/

Main Tasks and Responsibilities Patient Care 1. To assess, develop and implement specialist evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy interventions. To make appropriate clinical decisions following assessments, including differential diagnosis, on the basis of evidence from assessment, and to develop care plans based on best practice. 2. To use clinical skills to generate written reports reflecting specialist knowledge. 3. To provide appropriate specialist intervention and evaluate outcomes. The post holder will use these specialist skills to generate appropriate strategies for caseload management for complex clinical issues. 4. To provide advice to others regarding the management and care of patients with communication and swallowing disorders. 5. To work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to achieve patient centred care. 6. To liaise with a wide range of professionals across a variety of locations and agencies. 7. To maintain intense concentration in all aspects of patient management for prolonged periods. In particular, to monitor auditory, visual and kinaesthetic aspects of patients communication, adapting and facilitating according to perceived needs. Policy / Service Development / Implementation 1. To represent Speech and Language Therapy at multi-disciplinary team meetings, ensuring delivery of coordinated care. 2. To be aware of, adhere to and implement Service and team plans including: 3. Providing regular, timely statistical data in keeping with Trust requirements 4. Maintaining high quality clinical records in accordance with Service and Trust Guidelines and within data protection guidelines 5. Ensuring understanding and adherence to Trust health and safety requirements, including attendance on mandatory training courses 6. To work within infection control and health and safety guidelines in order to deal appropriately with unpleasant conditions related to client contact as they arise e.g. exposure to body fluids, infectious conditions encountered on a regular basis 7. Participation in the Trust incident reporting and risk management procedures 8. To use specialist knowledge to inform Service / policy developments as appropriate and to implement policy within own specialist area. 9. To participate in the implementation of Service / Trust Clinical Governance Plan. Financial and Physical Resources 1. To monitor stock levels in own area and to request new equipment as required. 2. To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of equipment, ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained, including equipment loaned to patients. Human Resources 1. To supervise and mentor the junior Speech and Language Therapists, unregistered staff such as Speech and Language Therapy Support Workers and therapy assistants. 2. To participate in student clinical placements and to assist in the support of students from other professional groups. 3. To be able to clearly explain the role of Speech and Language Therapists to visitors, students and other professionals. 4. To participate in ongoing specialist training in area of clinical expertise. 5. To assist in the identification of training needs within the team. Information Resources To maintain up to date and accurate case notes in line with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) professional standards and local policies. To adhere to data protection guidelines when sharing information with others. To gather activity data accurately and regularly, ensuring the provision of this information within local Trust guidelines. Research and Development To participate in and develop innovations in the areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness. To undertake Clinical Governance / audit projects within the local service. To participate in developmental research and formal / informal Research and Development and clinical governance / audit projects. To collect and provide research data as required.

Provide NHS general medical services to patients registered on the practice list, delivering core primary care services as defined by the local ICS and NHS England requirements. Deliver comprehensive clinical care to patients, including consultation sessions, telephone triage, handling correspondence, reviewing results, conducting medication reviews, clinical administration, safeguarding, adhering to infection control policies, completing medical reports, and attending surgery meetings. Prescribe safe and effective medicines management which conforms to: NICE guidance and DH directives Good Prescribing Practice as defined by British National Formulary (BNF) guidance from Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain on safe and secure handling of medicine Operate safe management and regular review for all patients receiving repeat prescriptions Controlled Drugs legislation Shared protocols agreed between the OCCG and other NHS providers Locally specified Patient Group Directions Willing to cover duty doctor sessions on rotation basis. Requirement to take on patient list and be responsible for covering your own lab results and Docman during your scheduled admin allocation each week. Maintain the highest personal and professional standards as outlined by the GMC, prioritising individual patient care. Collaborate with the Practice Manager and Clinical Lead to support the development, execution, and review of the surgerys action plan, focusing on list growth, patient satisfaction, QOF, enhanced services, KPI targets, resource management and cost control. Be supportive of any complaints policy and procedure to ensure proper investigation and appropriate follow-up action in the event of a complaining being made about any aspect of the service provided or any personal provider of the service Work closely with other GPs and the clinical team to provide patient care and actively participate in team practice meetings. Record and report significant events and clinical governance issues to the Clinical Lead or Practice Manager. Perform additional duties as reasonably requested.

To support and contribute to the effective provision of a high-quality Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service as part of the Centre of Occupational Health & Wellbeing Service (COHWB). The post post-holder will have day to day responsibility for Occupational Health Clinics and a designated caseload and will be expected to provide employees with a comprehensive and confidential OH Service. COHWB provides services to the staff of the Trust and to external organisations.

Supporting and managing the junior members of the team to achieve the agreed objectives for the service.



Occupational Health Adviser will be able to:



· Support the protection and promotion of the health and wellbeing of current and prospective employees, and those from contracted and other organisations as per Trust arrangements.

· In accordance with Trust / Department policy and procedures, to deliver OH clinical activity such as, Pre-placement health clearance activity, and risk management & exposure related advice and intervention. The post -holder may be asked to support the service with management referral consultation and reporting.

· As an Occupational Health Adviser, provide evidence-based opinion, intervention and guidance to Trust management and partner organisations to support their line and risk management responsibilities, assist in safeguarding against risks arising from work and the working environment and to influence the application of safe and healthy work practices.

· Take responsibility for specific areas of occupational health service delivery and actively promote the work of the OH service by acting as a key link for managers and HR to named clinical programme groups or external clients.

· Support the OH Nurses, OH Technicians, Office Manager and Administrative Staff, and others as appropriate.

Within levels of competence, deputise for the Senior Occupational Health Adviser in their absence

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.

Occupational Health Adviser will be able to:



· Support the protection and promotion of the health and wellbeing of current and prospective employees, and those from contracted and other organisations as per Trust arrangements.

· In accordance with Trust / Department policy and procedures, to deliver OH clinical activity such as, Pre-placement health clearance activity, and risk management & exposure related advice and intervention. The post -holder may be asked to support the service with management referral consultation and reporting.

· As an Occupational Health Adviser, provide evidence-based opinion, intervention and guidance to Trust management and partner organisations to support their line and risk management responsibilities, assist in safeguarding against risks arising from work and the working environment and to influence the application of safe and healthy work practices.

· Take responsibility for specific areas of occupational health service delivery and actively promote the work of the OH service by acting as a key link for managers and HR to named clinical programme groups or external clients.

· Support the OH Nurses, OH Technicians, Office Manager and Administrative Staff, and others as appropriate.

Within levels of competence, deputise for the Senior Occupational Health Adviser in their absence

See attached job description and person specification for details of the


This advert closes on Sunday 17 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

A Vacancy at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


Dear prospective candidate,

Thank you for taking the time to review the details of this exciting role.

We are looking forward to welcoming an enthusiastic, hard-working and experienced Speech and Language Therapist to provide maternity leave cover, working in the specialisms of Upper Airways and Voice. This is a great opportunity for those who are already practicing in a Voice speciality, and wishing to expand their skillset into Upper Airways, which is a growing and developing aspect of Speech Therapy practice.

The hours per week and length of contract can be flexible around the needs of the applicant; we can consider up to full time working (for a shorter contract length), or part time working (for longer contract length).

The successful person in post will join the experienced, friendly, and friendly Adult Speech and Language Therapy Team. Collectively, the SLT team works across a broad range of both inpatient and outpatient areas across the Trust sites, including Stroke, Neurosciences, Head and Neck Cancer, General Inpatients, Critical Care, and Voice/ENT workstreams. The Team also works closely with wider SLT services both within the Trust and the wider Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West Integrated Care System (BOB ICS).

If you are interested in this role, please take the time to contact me.

With best wishes,

Charlie

Charlie Howland

Service Manager – Adult Speech and Language Therapy

The post holder will be a specialist Speech and Language Therapist with an interest in voice and upper airway disorders. The post holder will work closely with the Speech and Language Therapy Clinical Lead for Voice/ENT to assess, diagnose and manage voice and upper airway disorders for outpatients. They will be an integral member of the multi-disciplinary team, providing delivering a service which demonstrates evidenced based, effective, and efficient clinical care for this caseload. The postholder will work within the SLT team, the Special Airways MDT, ENT team, to deliver this service in the outpatient setting.

The post holder will:

· Use highly specialist clinical skills to identify, assess, diagnose and manage a specialist caseload of adults with voice and upper airway disorders including chronic refractory cough and Inducible Laryngeal Obstruction.

· Be part of the Speech and Language Therapy Department, and work closely with MDT colleagues in aspects of patient care

· Contribute to audit, quality improvement and service development projects in these clinical areas.

· Independently support students on placement for clinical teaching and supervision

· Provide necessary cover for the caseloads of other Speech and Language Therapists within the Trust during periods of annual / sick leave.

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Patient Care
1. To assess, develop and implement specialist evidence based Speech and Language Therapy interventions. To make appropriate clinical decisions following assessments, including differential diagnosis on the basis of evidence from assessment, and to develop care plans based on best practice.
2. To use clinical skills to generate written reports reflecting specialist knowledge.
3. To provide appropriate specialist intervention and evaluate outcomes. The post holder will use these specialist skills to generate appropriate strategies for caseload management for complex clinical issues.
4. To provide advice to others regarding the management and care of patients with voice, communication and swallowing disorders.
5. To work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to achieve patient centred care.
6. To liaise with a wide range of professionals across a variety of locations and agencies.
7. To maintain intense concentration in all aspects of patient management for prolonged periods. In particular, to monitor auditory, visual and kinaesthetic aspects of patients’ communication, adapting and facilitating according to perceived needs.

Policy / Service Development / Implementation
1. To represent Speech and Language Therapy at multi-disciplinary team meetings, ensuring delivery of coordinated care.
2. To be aware of, adhere to and implement Service and team plans and policies including:

· Providing regular, timely statistical data in keeping with Trust requirements

· Maintaining high quality clinical records in accordance with Service and Trust Guidelines and within data protection guidelines

· Ensuring understanding and adherence to Trust health and safety requirements, including attendance on mandatory training courses

· To work within infection control and health and safety guidelines in order to deal appropriately with unpleasant conditions related to client contact as they arise e.g. exposure to body fluids, infectious conditions encountered on a regular basis

· Participation in the Trust incident reporting and risk management procedures

3. To use specialist knowledge to inform Service / policy developments as appropriate and to implement policy within own specialist area.

4. To participate in the implementation of Service / Trust Clinical Governance Plan.

Financial and Physical Resources
1. To monitor stock levels in own area and to request new equipment as required.
2. To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of equipment, ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained, including equipment loaned to patients.

Human Resources
1. To supervise and mentor junior Speech and Language Therapists, unregistered staff such as Speech and Language Therapy Support Workers and therapy assistants.
2. To participate in student clinical placements and to assist in the support of students from other professional groups.
3. To be able to clearly explain the role of Speech and Language Therapists to visitors, students and other professionals.
4. To participate in ongoing specialist training in area of clinical expertise.
5. To assist in the identification of training needs within the team.




This advert closes on Friday 8 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Would you like to work in a forward thinking, large cancer pharmacy team which includes Consultant Pharmacists in Cancer as well as Palliative Care, Highly Advanced and Advanced Cancer pharmacist, as well as the first Advanced Cancer Pharmacy Technicians in the country? This exciting post promises to bring you an opportunity to work with national and internationally recognised expert pharmacist in the cancer and palliative care field. We provide local, regional and national cancer services including CAR-T, BMT treatments, gene therapy and we are also 1, of only 5, bone and soft tissue specialist centres in England.

Our team have a range of oncology and haematology pharmacy non-medical prescribers who work alongside consultants and other members of the MDT to review and prescribe SACT.

OUH is a clinical trials centre and we are involved in early and late phase research. As a teaching hospital, we believe that research should be embedded within pharmacist roles and will support with research opportunities, including PhD.

We welcome applications from band 6 pharmacists who will be completing their clinical pharmacy diploma’s/MSc’s shortly.

Key roles include:
• Delivery of high quality pharmaceutical care to adult cancer in-patients, day-case, and out-patients.
• Participation in pharmacy services to the Day Treatment Unit to optimise patients’ medication and reduce medicines wastage.
• Clinical checking of systemic anticancer treatment (SACT) and SACT clinical trial prescriptions.
• Participating in multidisciplinary ward rounds
• Pharmacist led oral anti-cancer treatment education clinics
• Pharmacist non-medical prescribing in multidisciplinary clinics and day treatment unit
• Aseptics experience within Pharmacy’s Clinical Trials Aseptic Services Unit (CTASU)
• Participating in the day to day running of the CTASU and developing knowledge in quality control and quality assurance.
• Involvement in cancer phase I, II, and III clinical trials
• Active participation in Thames Valley Cancer Alliance groups



The post holder will participate in the band 7 cancer pharmacist rotation which currently includes rotations through:
• Oncology Ward
• Haematology Ward
• Day Treatment Unit (Oncology & Haematology)
• SACT prescription clinical screening
• Early phase/Late phase research & SACT clinical trials screening
• Brodey Chemotherapy Day Unit, Horton Hospital, Banbury
• Clinical Trials Aseptics Unit
• Cancer Clinical Trials Set Up
• Palliative Care

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.
• • To provide a ward-based clinical pharmacy service according to Trust agreed standards
• To provide clinical pharmacy cover to other ward areas within the team on a reciprocal basis
• To ensure medicines are used appropriately, safely and cost-effectively in accordance with Trust policy, standard operating procedures and medicines legislation
• To monitor medicines use within the ward area. This includes recording of significant clinical interventions and risk management.
• To use available information to influence prescribers and ensure the most cost-effective choice of therapy
• To participate in ward rounds, clinical meetings or out-patient clinics as appropriate in order to provide pharmaceutical advice to prescribers and other health care professional
• To liaise with external agencies to ensure safe, timely and appropriate supply to patients e.g. Baxter, Homecare companies etc, where appropriate.
• To participate in ward-based clinical audits and the development and implementation of treatment protocols and guidelines for use of medicines within the clinical area
• To tutor rotational clinical pharmacists undertaking the Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy, following formal accreditation as a tutor by Cardiff University, or other university and to tutor other pharmacists and pre-registration students in the clinical area.
• To act as a role model and mentor for clinical pharmacy.
• To develop personal practice research in accordance with the Trust and pharmacy strategy.
• To contribute to local, national and international specialist interest groups and conferences/meetings.
• To become a non-medical prescriber as appropriate.
• To work as a non-medical prescriber in the oncology & haematology directorate.
• To undergo accreditation to write discharge prescriptions for patients, where appropriate
• To provide teaching for the pharmacy and directorate teams as required.
• To act as knowledge base/resource for the specialist area and to keep up to date with current trends and research in the specialist area.
• With the rest of the members of the clinical pharmacy team to support the strategic developments of the service e.g. electronic prescribing, improved discharge processes, accredited technician checking etc.
• Actively contribute to the planning and efficient co-ordination of clinical pharmacy initiatives including discharge planning, prescribing protocols, pharmacists on consultant ward rounds etc.
• To contribute to and implement the clinical governance plans of the clinical area and the pharmacy clinical governance plans
• To clinically screen all chemotherapy prescriptions
• To be accredited in the appropriate aspects of handling intra-thecal chemotherapy
• To be involved in the development and maintenance of the computerised chemotherapy prescribing system (Aria) across the Oncology & Haematology Directorate for all injectable and oral chemotherapy, and to ensure that it is used effectively and appropriately at ward and day case level
• To be involved in the development, maintenance, and review of cancer chemotherapy and supportive care drug protocols defined by the SACT Operational Group and multidisciplinary teams
• To contribute to the development of the Trust cancer information systems in accordance with agreed objectives
• To be involved in the preparation of new drug submissions for the Trust Medicines Management and Therapeutics Committee with Consultant colleagues
• To assist with review of sections of the Trust formulary relevant to the specialist area
• To be involved in the implementation of relevant local, network and national standards including service guidelines and technology appraisals produced by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence
• To be involved with the pharmacy set up of cancer clinical trials, including phase I, II, and III trials in line with current legislation
• To act as an Authorised Pharmacist in the Clinical Trials Aseptic Services Unit (CTASU)
• To be involved with supporting gene therapy trials in the Cancer Research UK unit, and to ensure the multidisciplinary team follow appropriate procedures for handling gene therapy in the clinical trial setting
• To support the implementation and management of licensed gene therapy products and ensure the multidisciplinary team follow appropriate procedures for handling gene therapy in the clinical setting
• To be an active member of the Thames Valley Cancer Network Pharmacists’ group
• To attend and contribute to Cancer Pharmacy Team Meetings
• To ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times
• To be professionally accountable for actions and advice
• To use experience and clinical judgment to assist in problem-solving and trouble-shooting within the Pharmacy department
• To give professional support to the site operational managers
• To be aware of training and competency assessment of pre-registration pharmacist trainees, diploma pharmacists and student pharmacy technicians and participate in their training and competency assessment as required
• To support the dispensaries by participating in the screening and checking prescriptions and dispensed items as part of a rota
• To participate in weekend and bank holiday working according to rota
• Any other reasonable duties as requested by the Chief Pharmacist.
• To participate in any future 7 day working patterns should the pharmacy department change its current working practices.


This advert closes on Sunday 17 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Dear prospective candidate,

Thank you for taking the time to review the details of this exciting role.

We are excited to recruit a specialist Speech and Language Therapist on a fixed term contract, to work within the acute inpatient team at the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, covering a maternity leave position. The hours per week and length of contract can be flexible around the needs of the applicant; we can support up to full time (for a shorter contract length), or part time working (for a longer contract length). This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to develop and refine their skills across a complex mixed acute caseload, whilst working alongside a friendly and supportive team. We are looking forward to welcoming a driven and creative team player who thrives in a busy, multi-disciplinary team environment. You will work directly alongside other Speech and Language Therapists covering complex mixed acute wards and Neurosciences wards, including elements of critical care, and link very closely with other Speech and Language Therapists working in the Hyper-Acute Stroke Unit. This is a varied and exciting role where you will work closely with the multi-disciplinary team and wider specialist services, ensuring patients receive high quality, person-centred and effective care.

If you are interested in this role please take the time to contact me.

With best wishes,

Charlie Charlie Howland

Speech Therapy Service Manager



The post holder will be an experienced Speech and Language Therapist working at the John Radcliffe Hospital. The successful post holder will support the Inpatient SLT team, namely the Acute General Medicine workstream, and the Neurosciences workstream.

The successful post holder will be an integral member of the inpatient Adult Speech and Language Therapy team and work closely within multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring patients receive person-centred and effective care.

The post holder will:

· Use specialist clinical skills to identify, assess, diagnose and manage a specialist caseload of adults with acquired swallowing and communication disorders across a complex general medical caseload. They will work as part of the Speech and Language Therapy team and be supported by the Clinical Lead. They will select the appropriate intervention for effective, evidence-based therapy.

· Make independent decisions about caseload management.

· Provide second opinions to less experienced colleagues.

· Contribute to audit and service development projects in this clinical area.

· Independently receive students on placement for clinical teaching and supervision.

· Be responsible for the supervision of junior colleagues.

· Contribute to the support of newly and recently graduated Speech and Language Therapy staff.

· Provide necessary cover for the caseloads of other Speech and Language Therapists within the Trust as required.



Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Patient Care

1. To assess, develop and implement specialist evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy interventions. To make appropriate clinical decisions following assessments, including differential diagnosis, on the basis of evidence from assessment, and to develop care plans based on best practice.

2. To use clinical skills to generate written reports reflecting specialist knowledge.

3. To provide appropriate specialist intervention and evaluate outcomes. The post holder will use these specialist skills to generate appropriate strategies for caseload management for complex clinical issues.

4. To provide advice to others regarding the management and care of patients with communication and swallowing disorders.

5. To work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to achieve patient centred care.

6. To liaise with a wide range of professionals across a variety of locations and agencies.

7. To maintain intense concentration in all aspects of patient management for prolonged periods. In particular, to monitor auditory, visual and kinaesthetic aspects of patients’ communication, adapting and facilitating according to perceived needs.

Policy / Service Development / Implementation

1. To represent Speech and Language Therapy at multi-disciplinary team meetings, ensuring delivery of coordinated care.

2. To be aware of, adhere to and implement Service and team plans including:

3. Providing regular, timely statistical data in keeping with Trust requirements

4. Maintaining high quality clinical records in accordance with Service and Trust Guidelines and within data protection guidelines

5. Ensuring understanding and adherence to Trust health and safety requirements, including attendance on mandatory training courses

6. To work within infection control and health and safety guidelines in order to deal appropriately with unpleasant conditions related to client contact as they arise e.g. exposure to body fluids, infectious conditions encountered on a regular basis

7. Participation in the Trust incident reporting and risk management procedures

8. To use specialist knowledge to inform Service / policy developments as appropriate and to implement policy within own specialist area.

9. To participate in the implementation of Service / Trust Clinical Governance Plan.

Financial and Physical Resources

1. To monitor stock levels in own area and to request new equipment as required.

2. To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of equipment, ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained, including equipment loaned to patients.

Human Resources

1. To supervise and mentor the junior Speech and Language Therapists, unregistered staff such as Speech and Language Therapy Support Workers and therapy assistants.

2. To participate in student clinical placements and to assist in the support of students from other professional groups.

3. To be able to clearly explain the role of Speech and Language Therapists to visitors, students and other professionals.

4. To participate in ongoing specialist training in area of clinical expertise.

5. To assist in the identification of training needs within the team.

Information Resources
1. To maintain up to date and accurate case notes in line with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) professional standards and local policies.
2. To adhere to data protection guidelines when sharing information with others.
3. To gather activity data accurately and regularly, ensuring the provision of this information within local Trust guidelines.

Research and Development
1. To participate in and develop innovations in the areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness.
2. To undertake Clinical Governance / audit projects within the local service.
3. To participate in developmental research and formal / informal Research and Development and clinical governance / audit projects.
4. To collect and provide research data as required.


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