Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Liverpool

PermanentFull time

Are you passionate about patient care and are looking for a new and exciting challenge? Come and join our innovative, supportive and highly skilled Speech and Language Therapy Team at LUHFT! We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, forward-thinking Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our Adult Speech and Language Therapy Team at Broadgreen Hospital. You will manage a caseload across the reablement hub and stroke transitional unit. There is opportunity to work with a broad range of complex conditions alongside a range of other specialities. You will be supported to develop skills in dysphagia and communication as well as caseload management, prioritisation, and leadership. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic and friendly multidisciplinary team who are passionate about patient care and service delivery. The role embraces driving rehab and reablement with older people, and you will have the opportunity to work with elderly care and stroke patients in the sub-acute environment. We are a progressive department who are well-respected by our medical, nursing and AHP colleagues. We are the drivers of a number of local policies and projects, and to ensure best practice, we work collaboratively as a department, attending CENs, SIGs and working parties regionally and beyond. You will provide evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention for patients with eating, drinking or communication difficulties as part of a seven day service. There is opportunity for MDT work in a welcoming team. You will work within the MDT as a valued team member. There is opportunity to contribute to daily ward-based board-round and weekly MDT meetings. There will be opportunities for developing the SALT service provision within this setting including dysphagia / communication training. There is access to expert practitioner Speech and Language Therapists in advanced dysphagia, Stroke, critical care, respiratory and voice. Videofluoroscopy clinics run weekly. We have a well-established FEES training programme for senior clinicians. All Band 6 staff have the opportunity to become Videofluoroscopy practitioners. We have regular team meetings and are committed to continuing professional development. We have a clear supervision structure and advice is available from our highly skilled Clinical Specialists within the department. Band 6 therapists are required to supervise Band 5 / assistant staff and deputise for clinical team leads. You will be encouraged to support service development through inclusion in internal and external projects. Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust. The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience. The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital. It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond. To hear more about our achievements click here https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf Follow us on Social Media: Facebook – Liverpool University Hospitals Careers Instagram - @LUHFTcareers Twitter - @LUHFTcareers To provide a Specialist Speech & Language Therapy Service to patients who have acquired dysphagia and communication disorders in acute and rehabilitation settings. Be an active member of the multidisciplinary teams to ensure the bestpossible service for patients and their families. Please see attached job description and person specification for further information. This advert closes on Monday 7 Sep 2026

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Liverpool

PermanentFull time

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Principal Information Governance Officer to join our successful Information Governance team working across the Northwest and the surrounding areas, As a Principal IG Officer, you will earning up to £64,750 all within a flexible working environment. In your client-facing role, you will provide support to existing NHS and Public Sector MIAA clients, individually, at place and at system level, to ensure that they meet highly complex legal and regulatory obligations in relation to Information Governance including confidentiality, information security, Data Protection, Freedom of Information and GDPR. Additionally, you will have internal DP and IG responsibilities to MIAA and its staff. We want driven people who think creatively about their work, embrace challenges and can resolve complex problems. The post holder will be a subject matter expert and have in=depth specialised knowledge and experience in information governance and data protection. Provide support to existing NHS and Public Sector MIAA clients, individually, at place and at system level, to ensure that they meet highly complex legal and regulatory obligations in relation to Information Governance including confidentiality, information security, Data Protection, Freedom of Information and GDPR. Provide support to and deputise for the MIAA-provided Data Protection Officer. Provide expert IG support to clients as required. Monitor policies, systems and processes to ensure effective compliance with complex regulatory and legal obligations. Support the maintenance of certification to relevant Data Protection and Privacy standards. Coordinate the organisations processes for Subject Access Requests, or applications under the Freedom of Information Act. MIAA is an NHS Shared service, hosted by Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. MIAA is the predominant provider of internal audit services to over 60+ NHS and public sector organisations in the Northwest and beyond. MIAA offer clients a number of services in addition to internal audit including Solutions: Information Governance, Anti-Fraud, Technical Risk Assurance, Clinical Coding and Healthcare Quality. MIAA’s budgeted turnover is 16 million, which is demonstrative of the organisation’s ambitious and strategic goals. We are committed to equity, equality, diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. Staff benefit from flexible/hybrid working, a generous pension scheme, protected learning time and opportunities for development and career progression. We promote a respectful, supportive and flexible working environment and operate zero tolerance to bullying, harassment and discrimination. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, carers, returners and other under‑represented groups. Applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria will be offered an interview, and reasonable adjustments will be made throughout recruitment and employment. For full details, please refer to the attached job description Maintain a high level of subject matter expertise in information governance issues through research, liaison with information governance colleagues in other NHS organisations and attendance at national information governance meetings. Have a strong technical understanding on all relevant data protection and information governance guidance, regulation and legislation. Establish presence on, and reputation as a subject atter expert with relevant external forums and bodies influencing policy. Provide expert data protection and information governance legislation and regulation knowledge and practical expertise to define, scope and deliver MIAA audit and advisory services. Through allocated assignments and services, support clients to meet their legal and regulatory obligations in relation to Information Governance including confidentiality, information security, Data Protection, Freedom of Information and GDPR through expert advice and guidance and demonstrable knowledge and experience. Support clients in building robust, complex, information governance frameworks Ensure that MIAA meets its complex legal and regulatory obligations in relation to IG including confidentiality, information security, Data Protection, Freedom of Information, GDPR and Registration Authority requirements. Support the development, maintenance and implementation of key information governance policies, procedures and processes. Provide expert advice and recommendations to staff regarding issues relating to IG, including legislation, and raise awareness of the implications of IG. Support the maintenance of MIAAs complex data flow mapping and associated risk mitigation plans. This advert closes on Sunday 6 Sep 2026

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Liverpool

PermanentFull time

Healthcare Assistant band 3- Ward 22 Permanent Fulltime Are you interested in joining our excellent team to maintain our high standards of holistic care to acute, weaning and chronic respiratory patients? Do you have the skills we are looking for to ensure we get it right for every patient, every time? Must have health care experience Ward 22 is looking to recruit motivated Healthcare Assistants in a permanent position. We are a 36 bedded ward who provide support to patients who have respiratory diseases including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, pleural effusions, bronchiectasis and many other respiratory diseases. We are looking for the committed, compassionate and caring people that want to make a positive difference to peoples lives. You must have 18 months experience and have completed trust training or equivalent to B3 qualification. **Please be advised that this post will close once sufficient applications have been received, so please apply soon if interested** As Band 3 Health Care assistant duties will include supporting the registered nursing teams in providing patient care, clinical duties such as assisting patients with extended personal hygiene needs, meeting patients nutritional needs, including completing risk assessments and implementing plans of care. Pressure area care delivery and wound assessment and wound dressings. Undertaking observations, supporting new and junior members of staff, as well as venepuncture, cannulation and catheterization . Also Supporting patient receiving High Flow oxygen therapy and Non Invasive Ventilation. The successful candidates needs to be driven and motivated to fit in to the team well to strive to provide the highest standards of care for our complex respiratory patients. Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women’s Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services. Job Summary Under the supervision of a registered nurse assisting the Ward / Department team in providing the highest possible standard of care for patients and their families/carer. The post holder will undertake a range of tasks and duties as delegated by a registered nurse. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES • Participates in all aspects of patient care with particular attention to personalhygiene and grooming. • Provision of patients toileting needs, ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained. • Support of patients in managing incontinence and promotion of continence. • The recording of a patient’s fluid intake and output using fluid balance charts. • Preparation and serving of patient’s meals, drinks and snacks. Assisting / feeding patients as necessary. • The recording of patient’s dietary intake when indicated in the patient’s plan of care. • Enable patients to maintain/improve their mobility by use of exercise and mobility appliances. • Assist in the prevention of pressure sore development as directed by the Registered nurse in conjunction with the patient’s plan of care • Carry out any movement and handling within the safe practice guidelines from your mandatory training and in relation to the patient’s manual handling plan. • Obtaining specimens from patients for ward or laboratory testing. • Removal of cannulae, catheters and nasogastric tubes  Undertake the dressing of non-complex wounds (in accordance with identified competencies and in conjunction with the plan of care) • Naso-gastric/PEG feeding once the tube has been passed and checked by a registered professional • Prepare and maintain environments for clinical treatments and investigations • Prepare patients for treatments, investigations or procedures including offering support, answering questions appropriate to own knowledge/experience and assisting in recovery • Collection of Blood products from laboratory as requested • Chaperoning and escorting patients to clinical departments within the hospital and to other hospitals for investigations. • Assist Registered Nurse in performing last offices. • General and clinical observations of patients, reporting anything untoward to Registered Nursing Staff, to include: • Recording of blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respiration rate • Oxygen saturation monitoring • Recording of peak flow • Undertake blood glucose monitoring and venepuncture upon the direction of the registered nurse • Documentation in patients nursing records of any care given, ensuring the entrt is countersigned by the Registered Nurse responsible for the patient at the time. • Initiate Basic Life Support techniques as appropriate and provides assist to the registered nurse as required in prolonged resuscitation situations. • Contribute to the development of Essence of Care and benchmarking • Provide a verbal handover of the patients care under the direct supervision of the registered nurse • Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and carers. GENERAL DUTIES • Promotes effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team and takes measures to overcome communication difficulties • Contributes to the management of aggressive and abusive behaviour • General bed making/making up of clean beds in readiness for new admissions,and operation beds. (Refer to policy for the care of mattresses and beds). • Clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare ready for use according to the ward/unit protocol. • Prepare used linen bags for collection by Porters and ensure adequate supply of linen bags/skips ready for use. • Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas. • Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy • Be familiar with Trust policy and procedure for reporting clinical incidents, reporting of incidents if they occur. • Attend to the needs of visitors and patients particularly those who may be distressed or bereaved. • Care for patients property, including valuables, in accordance with Trust policy. • Obtain demographic details and social history from patients/visitors to assist in the admission process. • Provide support and assistance to new and junior members of staff. CLERICAL DUTIES • Undertake a range of clerical duties in the absence of or in support of the Ward Clerk to ensure a smooth running service, this may involve: • Reception/telephone duties • Basic computer skills • Obtaining case notes/x-rays • Filing • Act as messenger in the absence of other more appropriate person e.g. to other wards, laboratory, Medical Engineering etc. • Complete maintenance repair forms • Monitor and maintain adequate stock levels of stationary, ward provisions, clean linen etc. completing as necessary requisitions forms for authorisation The post holder shall as necessary provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues. The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation This advert closes on Monday 7 Sep 2026

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Oxford

ContractFull time

This advert is for 4 Senior Clinical Fellow posts. These posts are to run from 1st of August 2026 for 12 months until the 31st of July 2027. Applications are invited from outstanding surgical candidates with FRCS(Orth) or equivalent for the post of Clinical Fellow, The Spinal Service, Oxford University Hospitals NHSFT, Oxford. This post are suitable for surgeons who have completed their specialist registrar training (post CCT is desirable) and are seeking experience in spinal surgery prior to obtaining a consultant appointment and are available from August 2025. The Fellowship will rotate between 2 pairs of clinical teams to be discussed at interview regarding training preference. The full range of spinal surgical experience is available with surgical subspecialties including early onset scoliosis, adult deformity, all acute spinal presentations, degenerative spinal pathologies including MIS, spinal sarcoma and metastatic disease. Training and service delivery will occur across the three main OUH hospital sites. We expect successful candidates to have their own surgical loupes (recommended 3x magnification with extended field) when they start in post. Training with the microscope will also be available. Applications are invited from outstanding surgical candidates with FRCS(Orth) or equivalent for the post of Clinical Fellow, The Spinal Service, Oxford University Hospitals NHSFT, Oxford. This post are suitable for surgeons who have completed their specialist registrar training (post CCT is desirable) and are seeking experience in spinal surgery prior to obtaining a consultant appointment and are available from August 2025. The Fellowship will rotate between 2 pairs of clinical teams to be discussed at interview regarding training preference. The full range of spinal surgical experience is available with surgical subspecialties including early onset scoliosis, adult deformity, all acute spinal presentations, degenerative spinal pathologies including MIS, spinal sarcoma and metastatic disease. Training and service delivery will occur across the three main OUH hospital sites. We expect successful candidates to have their own surgical loupes (recommended 3x magnification with extended field) when they start in post. Training with the microscope will also be available. Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel. The purpose of this post is to enable the successful candidate to gain fellow level experience in spinal surgery, whilst providing senior support to the professional team in carrying out its Clinical workload in terms of outpatient clinics, operating lists and ward work. Over a period of one year we would expect the candidate to gain experience in routine and complex surgery, including trauma and elective practice. The candidate will also be expected to rapidly engage in management and audit responsibility of the team. This advert closes on Sunday 6 Sep 2026

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Oxford

PermanentFull time

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY Can you communicate clearly and effectively? Do you enjoy working as part of a team that takes pride in managing a wide range of enquiries by telephone and email? If so, we would love to hear from you. As a member of the team, you will support patients, their representatives and healthcare professionals with queries relating to appointments and attending one of our four hospital sites. Previous NHS experience would be an advantage, but it is not essential, as full training will be provided. Initially, the role will be office-based, with the possibility of hybrid working once you are fully trained. We are based at Unipart and work Monday to Friday. There is no weekend or bank holiday working. Free parking is available on site, along with a restaurant area. No uniform is required; however, staff are expected to wear smart casual clothing when working in the office. Hybrid working is available once all training has been successfully completed. All training will be delivered on site at Unipart. • To book, reschedule, or cancel appointments for patients in line with clinic rules and any additional guidelines issued from the relevant specialism. • To be responsive to patient preferences regarding the date and time of appointments wherever possible • To utilise appropriate databases such as Clinic Rules and the PCC Directory to ensure adherence to scheduling guidance from each respective service. To follow all emails from PCC Managers providing additional guidance either of a permanent or temporary nature affecting the booking, cancelling or rescheduling of appointments. • To update patient demographics on the Electronic Patient Record (EPR) to ensure accurate data quality • To utilise the e-Referral System (eRS) to locate and identify patient’s referral from GP Practices and to check patient demographics, and deal appropriately. • To deal with patient enquiries in a sympathetic and effective manner ensuring they receive a full explanation and response. Due to the nature of some calls, they will require high levels of concentration and understanding to ensure that all enquiries are completed according to departmental procedures and within set quality standards 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. For more information on OUH please viewOUH At a Glance by OUHospitals - Issuu 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. • To book, reschedule, or cancel appointments for patients in line with clinic rules and any additional guidelines issued from the relevant specialism. • To be responsive to patient preferences regarding the date and time of appointments wherever possible • To utilise appropriate databases such as Clinic Rules and the PCC Directory to ensure adherence to scheduling guidance from each respective service. To follow all emails from PCC Managers providing additional guidance either of a permanent or temporary nature affecting the booking, cancelling or rescheduling of appointments. • To update patient demographics on the Electronic Patient Record (EPR) to ensure accurate data quality • To utilise the e-Referral System (eRS) to locate and identify patient’s referral from GP Practices and to check patient demographics, and deal appropriately. • To deal with patient enquiries in a sympathetic and effective manner ensuring they receive a full explanation and response. Due to the nature of some calls, they will require high levels of concentration and understanding to ensure that all enquiries are completed according to departmental procedures and within set quality standards This advert closes on Monday 7 Sep 2026

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Oxford

PermanentFull time

The Assistant Patient Pathway Administrator provides administrative support to ensure patient pathways are managed accurately and efficiently. The role involves booking appointments, maintaining waiting lists, updating patient records, and responding to patient and clinician enquiries using Trust IT systems. Working under supervision, the postholder supports compliance with national access standards and contributes to the smooth delivery of outpatient, diagnostic and treatment services. Support the administration and tracking of patient pathways to ensure timely progression in line with national access standards (including RTT and cancer where applicable).Book, reschedule and cancel outpatient, diagnostic and treatment appointments using Trust patient administration systems. Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date patient records, including outcomes, clinic decisions and correspondence. Manage waiting lists and support validation activities to ensure data quality and performance compliance. Act as a point of contact for patients, clinicians and internal teams, responding to queries in a professional and patient‑focused manner. Process referrals, clinic outcome forms and related documentation in accordance with local procedures. Escalate pathway delays, breaches or data issues to senior administrators or team leads as appropriate. Adhere to Trust policies on confidentiality, data protection and information governance. Support colleagues and contribute to the smooth running of the administrative service. 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. In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to theten core principlesOxford University Hospitalspromotes a safe, respectful hiring environment. If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism. OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Assistant Patient Pathway Administrator / Assistant Medical Secretary GRADE: Band 3 DEPARTMENT: RESPONSIBLE TO: General Surgery Administration Manager and Medical Secretary. ACCOUNTABLE TO: Administration Manager. MAIN PURPOSE OF POST: To assist in the provision of a professional, comprehensive and efficient secretarial service which is effectively delivered to all patients and members of the Department. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Use of the digital transcription service as part of the letter generation process to type letters from the outpatient clinic attendance, Pre-Operative Assessment Clinic attendances, and Ward discharges as required. 2. Receiving and taking relevant action on telephone calls from patients, General Practitioners etc. Providing reassurance and support to patients and families by telephone and making judgements about finding appropriate solutions to problems, which requires the ability to be able to understand and explain basic medical procedures. 3. Arranging investigations, ensuring that these have been performed, results received and seen by relevant clinician and filing/redirection of all investigation results as appropriate. 4. Preparing notes for clinics, including front sheets and referral letters and delivering the trolley to the Outpatient Department as necessary. 5. To maintain case note tracking on the Patient Administration System (EPR). 6. Updating patient details and viewing events using Patient Administration System (EPR). Registering patients and making up new case notes as necessary. 7. Ensure that case notes/X-rays/results are available for clinics and wards as appropriate. Ensure prompt location of case notes/X-rays/results to enable the surgeons to respond to correspondence/telephone calls received. 8. Ensuring that clinic letters are sent out promptly to General Practitioners. 9. To liaise with other departments as required. 10. Filing of all correspondence and results in hospital notes whether in the office or elsewhere, including Medical Records at the John Radcliffe Hospital. 11. To comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act, Access to Health Records and legislation issued in relation to confidential data. 12. Any other duties as directed by the Administration Manager / Medical Secretary. This job description should be regarded only as a guide to the duties required and is not intended to be definitive. It may be reviewed in the light of the changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder. The job description does not form part of the contract of employment. RISK MANAGEMENT The management of risk is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. Staff will be provided with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility. Staff should be familiar with the • Major Incident Policy • Fire Policy and should make themselves familiar with the ‘local response’ plan andtheirrole within that response. RESPONSIBILITIES FOR HEALTH & SAFETY The post holder is responsible for ensuring that all duties and responsibilities of this post are carried out in compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, Statutory Regulations and Trust Policies and Procedures. This will be supported by the provision of training and specialist advice where required. OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST PERSON SPECIFICATION JOB TITLE: Assistant Medical Secretary GRADE: Band 3 DEPARTMENT: General Surgery Attainments: Essential: Desirable: Education/Qualifications Good general level of education (e.g. 5 GCSEs grade C or above or equivalent) EPR trained ECDL Experience Previous admin/secretarial experience Up-to-date experience of MS Office Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Audiotyping Previous experience within the NHS/public sector. Digital transcription experience. Knowledge of medical terminology. Special skills/aptitudes Ability to prioritise. Ability to work independently, but also as a member of a team. Flexible approach. Evidence of team working. Personal Qualities Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels. Able to demonstrate initiative. Ability to cope effectively under pressure. Accurate attention to detail. Ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise own workload. This advert closes on Monday 7 Sep 2026

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - Kempston, Bedford

PermanentPart time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Hospital Optometrist working with Moorfields Eye Hospital, Bedford. The role involves working exclusively within the paediatric community eye service at a number of sites in Bedfordshire, including but not limited to Kempston and Biggleswade. To personally deliver a range of specialised face to face and optometric care and extended role optometric care, clinical audit & teaching. To support the development of extended roles for optometrists within Moorfields. In conjunction with the medical staff to support the development of, and to help deliver, shared care for ophthalmic conditions. This post is primarily based at our Kempston health centre clinic associated with our Bedford site, working in the paediatric eye clinic. At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer: • Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme • Free 24/7 independent counselling service • Learning and development opportunities • Easy and quick transport links • A range of attractive benefits and discounts • Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes • Free Pilates classes • Full support and training to develop your skills • Flexible working friendly organisation And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document. MAIN RESPONSIBILTITES Leadership • To personally deliver a range of specialised and extended optometric care, clinical audit and teaching. Clinical To provide a wide range of optometric services, which can include: To work closely with the optometry team to provide a wide range of optometric services, at a hospital or community site, which may include: • Working in an 'extended role' capacity in a variety of ophthalmology clinics which can include Medical Retina, Glaucoma, Cataract or Acute Services. • Working in extended role outside ophthalmology clinics, i.e. without medical support in clinic, e.g. Diabetic slit lamp clinics, Children’s Vision Clinics • Triage of referral letters both routine and urgent and management of shared care cataract referral • Supervising junior staff in their clinical roles To undertake specialist clinical activity; this activity requires regular use of a range of advanced clinical techniques requiring dexterity and concentration. These clinics involve responsibility for clinical decision-making with support from consultants and the provision of specialised diagnosis, management, care and education of patients. To provide a clinical opinion or obtain a clinical opinion from consultant colleagues to optometric and non-optometric colleagues on the management of patients. Clinical Governance • Responsibility in conjunction with the consultants for the systematic and critical analysis of the quality of work carried by optometrists. • To initiate and participate in clinical audit. • To help identify and develop service standards and audit for optometrists. • To personally participate in continuing professional education and development (as required by the General Optical Council and through appraisal as part of role). Management • To assist the Lead Optometrist to manage Optometry Services • To help develop systems, clinical governance, processes, guidelines and training to establish and maintain extended role clinics & shared care services. • To be able to use appropriate IT including electronic patient records for benchmarking, audit and clinical uses. Teaching and Development • Contribute to the delivery of optometric teaching and supervision to other ophthalmic professionals. Research and Development • To contribute to clinical research or assessment programmes. • To present audit/research findings at relevant scientific meetings. • To contribute to publishing research/audit findings in peer-reviewed journals. Policy • To support the Clinical Director, the Principal Optometrist & the Head of Optometry in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for Optometrists. This advert closes on Thursday 20 Aug 2026

East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust - Canterbury

PermanentFull time

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust (EKHUFT) is looking to appoint a full-time Consultant in Neuro-rehabilitation, who will provide out-patient and ward referral services to the Trust as well as providing in-patient support to the neuro-rehabilitation ward . The Trust is one of the biggest in the country with three acute sites and an increasing commitment to working jointly with partners in the community. The Consultant will have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and to undertake the administrative duties associated with their care. They will be expected to co-operate with the Clinical Director and Care Group Management on organisational and budget issues. In addition to inpatient and outpatient duties there are flexible commitments, including administration, management, committee work, relative interviews etc. The successful applicants will be joining a team of 10 Consultant Neurologists, 2 Consultant Neurophysiologists and a Rehabilitation Consultant. There are close links with the King’s College Hospital Regional Neuroscience Centre at Denmark Hill in London. The Consultants will be expected to develop specialist interests, and to make contributions to service development, research and teaching. Applicants with postgraduate degrees, significant experience or specialist interest in movement or peripheral nerve disorders, motor neurone disease or epilepsy would be particularly welcome. Successful applicants will be expected to develop a specialist interest and to make contributions to service development, research and teaching. The Neurosciences department has a strong history of Clinical Leadership, and we will encourage new colleagues to develop their Leadership and Management skills with education programs and mentorship. The post-holder will be supported in undertaking relevant audits in the specialty area. The post-holder will be expected to undertake CPD activities which will be supported through the agreed job plan. Active participation in appraisal and revalidation will take place on an annual cycle and access to mentoring is available through the Kent Clinician Development Programme. Appropriate secretarial support will be provided as well as office space and IT equipment. This advert closes on Sunday 2 Aug 2026

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Liverpool

PermanentPart time

• Support all individuals through effective communication • General bed making/making up of clean beds in readiness for new admissions, and operation beds. (Refer to policy for the care of mattresses and beds). • Clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare ready for use according to the ward/unit protocol. • Prepare used linen bags for collection by Porters and ensure adequate supply of linen bags/skips ready for use. • Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas. • Collection of Blood products as required from laboratory • Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy • Be familiar with Trust policy and procedure for reporting clinical incidents, reporting of incidents if they occur. • Provide support and assistance to new and junior members of staff. • Supports members of the nursing team in the management of abusive and aggressive behaviour with supervision • Contribute to the Health, Safety and Security of individuals Band 2 positions will not be eligible for sponsorship as these roles will not meet the required skill level (RQF 3 or A level and above), An opportunity has arisen for a part time healthcare assistant Ward 4A. We are looking for a motivated, trustworthy and reliable individual to join our hardworking and dynamic team on Ward 4A. This is a busy, mixed medical ward specialising in with liver disease. You will need good basic communication skills, and be happy to assist patients with all aspects of daily living and basic nursing care. We are looking for a team player to help improve and make a small difference to patients care with the aim to drive quality forward. This will require working shifts including weekends and nights as required. Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women’s Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services. For roles at Liverpool Women’s, visit their careers page. • Assist patients in meeting their hygiene needs and carry out all aspects of personal care and grooming (to include emptying catheter bags). • Provision of patients toileting needs, ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained. • Support of patients in managing incontinence. • Measures patients fluid intake and output using fluid balance charts and reports information to Registered nurse • Preparation and serving of patient’s meals, drinks and snacks. Assisting / feeding patients as necessary. • Assist patients in completing menu forms and liaise with the Catering Department with regard to the number of meals needed. • Reports patients dietary intake as indicated in the patients plan of care • Carry out any movement and handling within the safe practice guidelines from mandatory training and in relation to the patient’s manual handling plan. • Enable patients to maintain/improve their mobility by use of exercise and mobility appliances as directed by individual care plans. • Assist in the prevention of pressure sore development as directed by the Registered nurse in conjunction with the patient’s plan of care. • Obtaining specimens from patients for ward or laboratory testing. • Escorting patients to clinical departments within the hospital • Assist Registered Nurse in performing last offices. • General observations of patients, reporting anything untoward to Registered Nursing Staff. • Initiate Basic Life Support techniques as appropriate and provides assist to the registered nurse as required in prolonged resuscitation situations. • Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and carers. This advert closes on Friday 4 Sep 2026

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Oxford

PermanentFull time

We are seeking to appoint an Adoption & Fostering – MDA Coordinator/Patient Pathway Administrator to join our Community Paediatric team at Oxford Children's Hospital. The post will be based at John Radcliffe Hospitals as part of Oxford University Hospital. This post is crucial to the ongoing development of the services and would suit a candidate who has excellent organisational and communication skills. You will be expected to liaise with staff and colleagues at all levels. You should have the ability to prioritise and manage your own workload to tight deadlines. You will need to demonstrate initiative and flexibility in your approach and be able to work in a pressurised and busy environment. Knowledge of the Trust's Electronic Patient Record System (EPR) and knowledge of elective access standards would be an advantage but not essential as training will be given. This position requires the demonstration of strong organisational skills and the ability to work on your own initiative as well as being a team member. If you are self-motivated, enthusiastic and keen to join our team then we would encourage you to apply. Working hours: Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00 Ensure that all referrals for the Adoption & Fostering (A&F) and Multidisciplinary Assessment (MDA) are managed using the comprehensive departmental database to record all key information regarding forthcoming assessments and current waiting times. Liaise closely with families to co-ordinate appointments, answer questions regarding the process and ensure that they are well supported in line with Trust values. Liaise with a wide range to professionals from within the Trust and outside to ensure that assessments are completed with all key information collated and all key personal are aware of timings well in advance of appointments. Link closely with the consultant lead for A&F and MDA to consider any changes and developments necessary to the smooth and efficient running of the service. Due to the specific needs of this client group and the demands on the professional team a flexible approach and good communication skills are essential. Attend to A&F and MDA meetings as requested and complete any required action. Strong IT skills and attention to detail due to handling large amounts of patient data. Collaborate closely within the team, providing support and cross-cover as needed to maintain service continuity. Establish and maintain effective communication with external agencies, ensuring consistent information flow and comprehensive administrative support. 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. In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to theten core principles Oxford University Hospitalspromotes a safe, respectful hiring environment. If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism. Provide primary administrative support to consultants, clinical staff and all patients under their care, including diary administration, correspondence support and other administrative duties as required. Designated point of contact for the consultants and clinic teams, handling telephone enquiries from patients, carers, GPs, social workers and other service users, ensuring that the caller’s needs are met, or they are transferred to the most appropriate person. Assisting distributing incoming post to consultants. To take a lead role in the management of lists and clinics, ensuring that all patients are seen within the required time scales and in accordance with NHS targets and Trust Policies. Taking appropriate actions to ensure that requests for diagnostics and follow-up appointments are processed in a timely fashion. Arranging investigations, ensuring that these have been performed, results received and seen by relevant clinicians and filing/redirection of all investigations results as appropriate. Supporting the service to ensure compliance with 18-week referral to treatment (RTT) targets, intervening where necessary to expedite appointments and procedures to avoid breaches. This advert closes on Monday 17 Aug 2026