NHS Jobs - Reading

£81,774 to £93,879 a year

PermanentFull time

The must haves for this role: Educated to masters degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualificationor significant experience of working at a senior level in specialist area supported by professional development. Evidence of planning and delivering programmes and projects and services on time and to budget. Extensive experience of working with multiple stakeholders including commissioners and subcontractors. Awareness of NHS infrastructure, governance, and healthcare policy including veterans healthcare Significant experience of complex healthcare programme management. Specific training/experience in application of quality improvement methodology. PRINCE 2 or MSP qualifiedBerkshire traumatic Stress Service and Birth in Mind are Berkshire based services, whilst our OpCourage Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing Service covers the area of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Hampshire including the Isle of Wight. You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team. The service operational administrative base is in the University of Reading, Berkshire and there would be an expectation to work there at least once a week. In addition, there would be a need to travel across area covered when required, including to our subcontractors in Sussex. There are opportunities for flexible working. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We have identified that this is a role where we have underrepresentation of ethnically diverse colleagues. As part of our commitment to inclusion and Unity Against Racism we offer guaranteed interviews to candidates who meet the essential criteria and identify as: Asian or Asian British, Black or Black British, Mixed and Other Ethnic Groups. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Dawne West on 07768 250045 or email: dawne.west@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

NHS Jobs - Ashford

£33,677 to £40,996 a year

PermanentFull time

Successful candidates need will: Provide specialist support and knowledge to patients within clinical areas in the operating department and surrounding areas. Act as a role model and create an environment that promotes excellence in Theatre Practice and empowers staff to develop high levels of clinical skills and autonomy. Deliver skilled practical care to all patients and lead in the monitoring, planning and delivery of individualised patient care, providing specialist advice to junior staff in areas of practice. Be prepared to extend knowledge and skills by rotation to other specialties Participate in emergency cover for the department including out of hours shifts, on-call cover and rotation onto night duty for the Operating Department and other areas where applicable. Be competent in current emergency resuscitation techniques, both in theory and practice. Report any complaints, accidents, untoward incidents or unusual occurrences to the Clinical Manager and ensure that where possible remedial action is taken to prevent the occurrence/reoccurrence of such incidents. Ensure incident forms are completed with statements where appropriate. Demonstrate a personal duty of care in keeping yourself and other staff up to date in the use of new equipment and procedures in the relevant areas of care. Actively participate in current research and clinical audit promoting changes in practice as required. Ensure rigorous adherence to infection control practices including hand hygiene and universal precautions.

NHS Jobs - Health Board Wide

£58,379 to £65,723 a year

PermanentFull time

Applications will be shortlisted based on Qualifications and Knowledge, Experience and Other. Skills and Attributes will be assessed at interview stage. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. The innovative and friendly Clinical Haematology team is well established within the health board. We are both ambitious and motivated, focusing our work around the best interests of our patients and continuously striving to improve the services we offer. You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents. The job description is for a Clinical Haematology Band 8a Pharmacist in Hywel Dda University Health Board. The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers. The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us. Interviews will be held on 02.09.2026

NHS Jobs - Doncaster

£49,387 to £56,515 a year

ContractFull time

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. Certificate of sponsorship For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

NHS Jobs - Ashford

£33,677 to £40,996 a year

PermanentFull time

Monitoring post-operative patients' levels of consciousness during recovery from anaesthesia. Measuring and recording patients' vital signs. Closely observing patients for signs of side effects of anaesthesia medication. Treating pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms of anaesthesia. Maintain accurate record keeping by updating charts, patient files, and medical records. Providing comfort and reassurance to distressed post-operative patients and concerned family members. To maintain at all times a professional attitude, this includes appearance in accordance with the Trust Dress Code Policy.

NHS Jobs - London

£58,133 to £65,261 a year

ContractFull time

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment

NHS Jobs - Rochford

from £16,310 a year

PermanentFull time

The post holder works under direct supervision of the population health practitioner supports the delivery of targeted interventions that aim to reduce health inequalities and improve the health outcomes of the local population. They will work within own agreed competencies with the Population Health Practitioner and will be expected to conduct clinical aspects of NHS Health Checks in a variety of different settings either in the local community, patients own home or in a clinic setting. These include, but not limited to: To conduct NHS health checks, new patient health checks and over 40 health checks. Conduct baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate/rhythm, recording findings accurately. Phlebotomy where properly trained and appropriate. Conduct Body Mass Index (BMI) checks as directed. Helping raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted, provide advice to patients and making any necessary referrals within the practice or across the PCN. Supporting patients to adopt health promotion strategies and encourage principles of self-care. Deliver opportunistic health promotion and lifestyle advice where appropriate. Supporting the practitioner with the management of chronic diseases in a community-based setting. Blood pressure and hypertension recording and assessment in a community-based setting. Dementia screening and signposting in a community-based setting. Give accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own competencies. Work to address health disparities within the community by advocating for equitable access to healthcare and public health resources. Assist in planning and executing health promotion campaigns and initiatives, including health screenings and awareness events. The post holder will work with the population health practitioner to increase health and wellbeing of patients through improved identification and disease management in the community. The team plays a lead role in undertaking and facilitating holistic assessment and care for patients with long term and complex physical, mental health, social care needs. The Population Health Care Assistant plays a pivotal role in promoting preventative care and supporting the health and well-being of the local community. You will work collaboratively with healthcare providers and community resources to achieve population health goals and improve healthcare outcomes. This may also include working with PCN colleagues to ideas and support applications for population health funding available via charity organisations or the Council. You will participate in outreach sessions in sheltered housing and community spaces, to speak to patients and help them with the monitoring and management of their long-term condition. During the outreach session you will be required to: Offer blood pressure checks. Height and weight checks. Provide information and advice on over-the-counter medications. Contribute to opportunistic long term condition monitoring that support the practices Quality Outcomes Framework (QOF) indicators and PCN priorities. Raise awareness of NHS and public health campaigns to members of the public such as Early Cancer Diagnosis, Stop Smoking, Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) testing and hypertension case finding etc. Engage with patients to promote preventative healthcare measures, screening, and immunisations. Conduct proactive outreach to identify and support patients with chronic diseases and complex health needs. Assist patients in managing chronic conditions through education and lifestyle guidance. Provide health education to patients on topics such as nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation, and medication adherence. Collaborate with community organisations and agencies to support public health initiatives and engage with vulnerable populations to strengthen community wellbeing. Communication Communicate effectively with other team members. Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising their needs for alternative methods of communication. Enthusiastic about health promotion and lifestyle change. Personal and people development Take responsibility for own developmental learning and performance, including participating in supervision. Take responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal development. Work with management on any new training requirements. To recognise and understand the roles and responsibilities of individuals working in the primary health care team. Experience of motivational interviewing. Be aware of the legal issues pertinent to the role of a basic HCA. Ability to work confidently in the community. Health, safety, and security Use the personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines. Identify the risks involved in work activities and undertake them in a way that manages the risks. Use appropriate infection control procedures and maintain work areas in each clinical room so that they are clean, safe, and free from hazards reporting of any potential risks identified, including: Hand washing. Universal hygiene procedures. Collection and handling of laboratory specimens. Segregation and disposal of waste materials. Reporting and treatment of sharps injuries. Dealing with blood and body fluid spillages. Assist patients and colleagues in adopting sound infection control measures: Understand and apply the principles of the cold chain. Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs within area of responsibility. Know the general principles of first aid and resuscitation to be able to undertake initial actions as appropriate. Be aware of statutory child health procedures and statutory local guidance and referral criteria. Know the health and safety policies and procedures within the workplace, including fire procedures, maintaining documentation, monitoring, and maintaining of equipment and furniture within your area of responsibility. Use the computer monitor safely. Be able to identify the risks to health of microbiological and chemical hazards within the working environment according to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health. Service improvement Be aware of and, if appropriate, assist in current clinical audit. Work with colleagues in the team on the development of current and new services and other initiatives. This may also include working with colleagues to obtain funding/grants available to support population health initiatives in Rochford. Collaborate closely with the Population Health Nurse, Physician Associate, HCA and Data and Outreach Coordinator to identify areas of need for Rochford District PCN. Using data to identify at-risk groups of patients and designing outreach sessions that support targeted interventions. Refer patients to the Rochford District Multi-Disciplinary Team meeting where further support or advice is needed. Quality Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk in the care of patients. Ensure own actions are consistent with clinical governance systems. Practice in accordance with agreed standards of care. Enable patients to access appropriate professionals in the team. Ensure stock items under your control are ordered and available in the treatment and consulting rooms. Know how clinical governance affects the HCA role and bring to the attention of more senior staff any specific risk situation. Know the practice's policies, especially the whistle-blowing policy, available in the practice staff handbook. Be able to manage your own time effectively. Equality and diversity Act in ways that recognise the importance of people's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with procedures. Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients and carers. Understand basic legal and communication issues regarding child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour. Function as a chaperone when required. Information processes Record information and activities undertaken with patients and carers in an accurate and timely fashion using manual or computer systems as appropriate. Maintain confidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff, and the practice. Maintain accurate and contemporaneous electronic patient records on SystmOne. Take the necessary precautions when transmitting information. Clinical governance Ensure that consultations are undertaken safely in line with the organisations health and safety policies. Ensure that patient identifiable information and smart cards are transported in line with the information governance policy. Ensure accurate and legible notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded promptly in the patients notes on SystmOne. To ensure the safety of patients, relatives, and colleagues and to report all incidents and near misses in line with the risk management policy. To remain up to date with all mandatory training. To maintain up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding adult and children guidance to ensure that those at risk of abuse/suffering abuse are identified and the necessary process to protect them is followed. To meet responsibilities as an employee as set out in the organisations corporate and clinical policies. To maintain confidentiality at all times. This JD is not intended to be an exhaustive list of activities but rather an outline of the principal areas of responsibility. The role is likely to evolve to meet the changing needs of the service.

NHS Jobs - Leeds

£49,837 to £56,515 a year

PermanentFull time

For questions about this job, contact: Claire England Clinical Service Manager - Children's Occupational Therapy Shortlisting Date: 28th August Interview Date: 17th September Job Summary Looking for an exciting and rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of babies, families, and their futures? Thanks to significant NHS England funding, an exciting opportunity has arisen for dynamic, enthusiastic and highly motivated Occupational Therapists to join our expanding Band 7 neonatal workforce within Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. We are a dedicated and cohesive neonatal AHP team delivering high quality, evidence based developmental care for babies and their families. Recent investment offers an exciting opportunity to expand our workforce and strengthen AHP provision within neonatal services across St James's University Hospital and Leeds General Infirmary. As we progress through a period of transformation, we are enhancing developmental pathways, improving outcomes and embedding collaborative, family centred practice. This is an exciting time to join our fantastic team and be part of meaningful service improvement. Successful candidates will join our established team of experienced and supportive neonatal Occupational Therapists. Working within a Family Integrated Care (FiCare) model, the team delivers highly specialised care to infants from preterm – 2 years and their families, across our inpatient level 3 and level 1 neonatal units and outpatient neuro developmental services. This includes working with the neonatal/neurodevelopmental MDT providing assessment and patient/family goal led intervention supporting infant and parental occupations, postural support, developmentally supportive care and identification of developmental concerns, education/training to parents/carers and ward staff, support with transition from hospital to home, assessment and provision of specialist equipment and advocating for their specific needs. We would love to hear from passionate, forward thinking and dynamic occupational therapists who would like to be part of this exciting service transformation. As our units are on 2 sites across a large city it will be essential to commute between the 2 sites to ensure service need is met efficiently and effectively. Transport is available to move between sites for staff. Full-time and Part-time available hours negotiable. Why you should join our Team The Children’s Occupational Therapy team work across Leeds Children’s Hospital, covering both inpatient wards and outpatients. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, inclusive and supportive team with genuine care for our patients and for each other. Staff wellbeing is at the heart of our culture, with access to Trust-wide wellbeing resources including a monthly team reflection session, staff support networks and wellbeing champions. We recognise the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working opportunities alongside team socials and events throughout the year. We are highly committed to supporting CPD to enable us to strive to provide the highest quality care to our patients. Our mission is to make a positive difference in children's lives through the use of specialist, individualised and fun therapy in partnership with the MDT, the child and their family. This aligns with The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Organisational Strategy 2026-2029 which sets out our vision for delivering excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient, every time. Leeds Children's Hospital is one of the largest and most specialised children's hospitals in the UK, providing world-class care for children and young people across Yorkshire and beyond. As part of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust you will have the opportunity to work within a nationally recognised teaching hospital at the forefront of clinical excellence, innovation and research.Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust has an extensive employee benefits package for staff, for example our salary sacrifice offer provides a range of ways to spread the costs of everyday products, with options for cycle to work, car leasing and home and electronics.Our Lifestyle Savings benefit gives access to exclusive discounts and offers across a wide range of categories, including:• Shopping – Save on high-street and online retailers.• Dining & Leisure – Enjoy discounts on restaurants, cinema tickets, and family days out.• Travel – Reduced prices on holidays, hotels, and transport.• Health & Fitness – Offers on gym memberships and wellness products.Other benefits include:• Opportunity to purchase additional leave• Onsite nursery• Staff Networks• Regular staff recognition initiatives including annual children’s hospital Kite awards celebration, Gr8tx awards, IRIS award (Inclusive Recognition of Inspirational Staff) and long term service recognition. What you will bring to the role To be successful in this role you will possess significant postgraduate experience at a senior level within Paediatric Occupational Therapy, with demonstrable experience and skills in assessment, treatment and management of neonatal and/or neurodevelopmentally supportive Occupational Therapy practice. Level 3-unit experience will be advantageous. You will have highly developed communication, organisational and clinical reasoning skills, enabling you to work effectively with service users, families, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team. The ability to manage a complex caseload, prioritise competing demands and work under pressure to adapt to the demands of an acute service is essential. You will show a commitment to patient centred and compassionate care. It would be advantageous to have specialist education, training and continuing professional development relevant to the clinical area and role as well as active engagement with professional bodies, specialist interest groups, and professional networks relevant to occupational Therapy and neonatal care. You will participate in service development, training and contribute to improving the quality of care. You will be working closely with the Neonatal MDT, patients, families and relevant Health and Social Care teams ensuring compliance against clinical drivers and standards. You will deliver support, training and supervision to junior staff, undergraduate students and multidisciplinary team colleagues, fostering professional development, clinical competence and evidence-based practice. Alongside Band 7 colleagues within the wider Children’s OT service, you will participate in the leadership, management, clinical governance and ongoing development of the wider Children’s Occupational Therapy team and deputise for the Children’s Occupational Therapy Clinical Service Manager as required. Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy. About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Our Trust values The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients. We are…. Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind Our Trust priorities Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time Our priorities: People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes Sponsorship Eligibility To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

NHS Jobs - Oswestry

from £25,272 a year

PermanentFull time

To be responsible for receiving and booking in of sterile and non-sterile implants. To include using the Bluespier system to note any items that have been sent in error or any that are missing and notify the lead of the Implant Room. To receipt in goods for other departments within theatres and ensure the correct person receives the order To put the implants in their correct location once they have been booked in. To cross reference any deliveries with the Oracle book to ensure everything has been receipted in. This would include dealing with other departments within theatre. To be responsible for the daily checking of the implant forms against the Bluespier patient event, noting any discrepancies with the implant form and to notify the implant lead/supervisor of any issues that could directly affect stock levels or patient safety. Using the Oracle system place orders and update Bluespier with corresponding requisition numbers and order numbers to ensure the items can be booked in correctly To help delivery drivers collect and drop off specialised loan sets that are required for surgery. Using own judgment to not let anything be taken unless all paperwork from the companies and us is correct. To participate in stock takes which are carried out monthly, reporting back to the implant room lead after each one is carried out. Responsible for checking the theatre Implant trollies are stocked up and labelled correctly ready for surgery the next day reporting anything that is missing to the Implant room Lead The post holder would be expected to liaise closely with the company reps giving them case times and assistance in stocking and supporting the cases in theatre. The post holder would be expected to deal daily with stressful conversations if stock is missing, following processes to find an answer. To liaise with other local and nonlocal hospitals in the event that we run out of something that is needed urgently. The post holder would need good communication skills and be able to use their own judgement on day to day tasks.

NHS Jobs - Wigan

£49,387 to £56,515 a year

PermanentFull time

To provide leadership and highly specialist clinical expertise in the provision of an Occupational Therapy service for service users who have mental illness related needs within a custodial setting. To provide an Occupational Therapy service which is inclusive of best practice, evidence-based practice and outcome focussed. To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team in providing and coordinating a therapeutic, person centred treatment and care pathway. To provide clinical expertise to guide and influence the integrated therapeutic approach from an Occupational Therapy perspective to registered nurses, psychology, medical staff, speech and language therapists and support/direct care staff in the development and provision of meaningful occupational / recreational / educational facilities.