Job description

Job responsibilities

Visa sponsorship is not possible for this role for either candidates or existing employees. This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for Skilled Worker/ Health and Care Worker visas as set out at gov.uk. Graduate visa holders should have no expectation of long-term employment through sponsorship. Additionally, your visa conditions and validity period must allow you to work in the role question and for a suitable period to allow training and execution without requiring sponsorship.

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Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification attached to the advert in full below before applying.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Education

Essential

• City and Guilds certificate in motor vehicle technology or NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualifications and experience
• Good standard of education. Minimum 3 GCSE or equivalent.
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development.
• Full Driving Licence (C1)

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal with situations in a sensitive manner
• Able to communicate across wide demographic boundaries in an appropriate manner
• Strong management, motivational and leadership skills
• Respects and applies patient confidentiality at all times
• Able to operate all equipment safely and in accordance with Trust policy, procedures and protocols
• Good communication and relationship skills
• Ability to work to strict deadlines
• Knowledge of protection and understanding of confidentiality requirements
• Customer service skills
• Specialist knowledge of vehicle systems
• Working knowledge of vehicle Electrical components
• PC literate
• Knowledge of software systems related to diagnostic tools and equipment
• Ability to work on own initiative with minimum supervision

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• The post holder must have specialist knowledge of motor vehicle electrical systems & mechanical components
• Comprehensive knowledge of a range of computer-based vehicle diagnostic systems and the ability to analyse and interpret the information presented by the systems to determine the most appropriate repair option
• Have the ability to diagnose all other vehicle faults without access to diagnostic equipment

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Flexible and highly motivated
• Project a professional image
• Excellent communicator capable of relaying highly technical / complex information
• Methodical approach to any task
• Committed to Continuing Professional Development
• Ability to develop effective working relationships and demonstrate professional credibility with colleagues at all levels
• Provision of own hand tools
• Demonstrate a passion for engineering
• Able to work with a minimum of supervision

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

Bolton

Manchester

M45 6AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nwas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Regional Radiopharmacy

To be part of the team that carries out the daily production of radiopharmaceuticals within the Regional Radiopharmacy, in compliance with the requirements of The Human Medicine Regulations 2012, The Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017 and amendment 2024, The Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 and The Environmental Permitting Regulations. This includes:

1.1 Receipt of orders from customer departments1.2 Preparation of the Radiopharmacy prior to each production run1.3 Preparation of materials prior to Radiopharmacy production runs, including radionuclide generators1.4 Participation in the complex processes for production of Tc-99m labelled radiopharmaceuticals using aseptic techniques, and working with due speed and efficiency.1.5 Participation in the complex processes for production of Ga-68 and In-111 Octreoscan for same-day administration to Christie patients, using aseptic techniques1.6 Packaging and dispatch of QC products to other hospitals, including liaison with drivers1.7 Decontamination and cleaning of the Radiopharmacy post production, including tidying of waste and restocking of consumables1.8 Packaging and return of used radionuclide generators to manufacturers1.9 Production of the documentation for all the above processes (in compliance with GMP and data integrity principles)1.10 Proposes changes to policies and procedures1.11 Acts as in-process checking technician for the Radiopharmacy routine service and maintain this practice in accordance with local policy

2. Quality control

Carries out the programme of quality control of radiopharmaceuticals produced within the Regional Radiopharmacy, in compliance with the requirements of the Medicines Act. This includes:

2.1 Analysis of radiochemical purity using chromatography techniques (ITLC and HPLC)2.2 pH testing2.3 Radionuclidic purity testing2.4 Analysis of endotoxin levels2.5 Ensuring that working areas are cleared after each operation

3. Environmental and microbiological monitoring

Participates in the programme of environmental and microbiological monitoring of the Radiopharmacy and blood labelling suites, to include:

3.1 Air quality and air flows3.2 Microbiological contamination3.3 Periodic monitoring of aseptic compliance for each member of staff3.4 Integrity of air seals in the blood labelling suite

4. Regional blood cell labelling service

In the absence of the Senior Radiopharmaceutical Technologist, to be responsible on a day to day basis for the operation of the Regional blood cell labelling service, including:

4.1 Aseptic preparation of radio-labelled red and white blood cells, in multi-stage patient-critical procedures, prior to re-injection of the cells into patients for diagnostic scanning purposes4.2 Liaison with customer departments for scheduling, transportation of blood to and from the customer department, and other arrangements

5. Management, supervision and training of staff

5.1 Deputises for the Senior Radiopharmaceutical Technologist in their absence.

5.2 Assists in the training of new staff and supervises the work of more junior members of the department

6. Stock control

Responsible for stock control and ordering of pharmaceutical products, including:

6.1 Pharmaceutical products, chemical reagents, and disposable items used in the radiopharmacy and associated areas6.2 Consumable items for the Clinical Isotopes Department6.3 Orders stock items for Radiopharmacy and Clinical Isotopes from Pharmacy

7. Training

7.1 Assists in the training of junior Radiopharmacy staff7.2 Introduces pre-registration pharmacists and radiography students to Radiopharmacy.

8. Radiation protection

8.1 Monitors the radiopharmacy for radioactive contamination, and records results8.2 Assesses requirement for decontamination procedures, and carries these out if necessary

9. Professional

9.1 Where applicable maintain GPhC Registration, for which participation in a continuous professional development programme is compulsory9.2 Participate in an Annual Personal Development Review (PDR)9.3 Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BTec level 3 and NVQ level 3 in pharmacy services, Science Manufacturing Technicians level 3 or Science Degree

Desirable

• Second year student Pharmacy Technicians
• Senior ATO with dispensing experience

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience of aseptic dispensing

Desirable

• Experience of Radiopharmacy dispensing
• Management/supervisory experience

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work both within a team, and independently in complex multi-stage procedures.
• Ability to think quickly and change plans at short notice.
• Ability to keep accurate and legible written records.
• Ability to work safely, quickly and meticulously with good manipulative skills.
• Conscientious approach.

Desirable

• Computer literacy

Knowledge

Essential

• Principles and practice of aseptic production techniques.

Desirable

• Practical awareness of radiation protection principles.

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• 6.00-6:30am start each day

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

CMPE RadioPharmacy - D00014

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.christie.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

TEAM SUPPORT

Responsible for supporting and supervising workload allocation/ monitoring across administrative team members, escalating issues as appropriate to senior managers. Provide support to senior managers with general Human Resource activities, including but not limited to recruitment and selection and line management of administrative team members as required. This will be in accordance with Trust policies. Provide induction support and training to new and existing clinical trials staff through one-to-one and group learning activities. Encourage the sharing of best practice and dissemination of information through regular structured meetings with all trials administration staff. Assist with data collection for divisional metrics reports of key performance indicators.

CLINICAL TRIALS CO-ORDINATION/ DATA MANAGEMENT:

The specific responsibilities will depend on the requirements of each team, but may include: Act as a key point of contact with the core Research and Development team, study sponsors, clinical research organisations and specific research teams. Support feasibility activities for new studies under direction from senior managers and Principal Investigators. Manage the set up and initiation of allocated clinical trials within assigned Clinical Research Teams. Provide support for study set up and initiation that has been delegated to Clinical Trials Coordinators, escalating any delays as appropriate. Support with negotiations of study set-up costs and income recovery for assigned clinical trials in conjunction with the Research Divisions Business Planning and Finance teams with oversight from senior managers. Oversee maintenance of investigator site files and essential documentation in accordance with ICH-GCP and Trust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure they are kept inspection ready at all times. Oversee and process trial amendment submissions in accordance with ICH-GCP and Trust SOPs and timelines, escalating any delays with the core Research and Development office as appropriate. To have the appropriate administrative processes in place to ensure, with the Clinical Research Team, that adverse event incidents and forms are completed, reported and followed up to resolution as the study protocol and regulations require. Implement and coordinate reporting mechanisms to ensure that research staff complete and return proformas containing up-dated information on patients included in the study. Oversee and complete case report forms and participate in monitoring visits as per sponsor requirements. Liaise with internal staff and external collaborators to resolve queries. Provide information for senior managers including (but not limited to) case report form completion timeliness, data locks, data backlogs, work allocations and patient recruitment. Ensure that data is available and up to date for any meetings related to the trial/ study, producing minutes as required. Attend project related meetings, investigator meetings (abroad or teleconferences, as necessary) to convey the relevant information to the study team. Attend disease-specific research team meetings to maintain an overview of team activity. Assist with preparation for audit and inspections within assigned teams and implementation of action plans. Ensure that all documents are archived in the appropriate way by following the Trusts archiving guidelines. Undertake general administrative tasks as delegated by managerial representatives from the Research Division to contribute to the smooth running of the patient recruitment teams. Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour

WORKING PRACTICE

Work closely with the Senior Research Management Team to implement new SOPs and working procedures within designated teams. Be pro-active in providing feedback on working practices within the research team and suggest new ways of working. The post holder is expected to use initiative and be able to work independently without close supervision. They are also expected to plan and organise their own time and workload activity with prioritisation, referring to senior managers as necessary. The post holder is guided by relevant protocols and SOPs, and expected to exercise judgement outside these areas.

PERSONAL AND PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT Maintain professional development whilst evaluating own specialist knowledge with assistance from their assigned line manager to satisfy the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework. Participate in and deliver Trust-wide education programmes and study days, regional and national meetings and research seminars as appropriate.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL EFFORT Long periods of time spent using keyboard to input information and use of VDU for electronic communication. Prolonged concentration is regularly required (e.g. when checking through trial documentation and entering data into spreadsheets). Occasional exposure to distressed circumstances as trial patients are commonly suffering from terminal illnesses.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in a science or health related discipline or Relevant experience in scientific and medical research.

Desirable

• Post graduate certificate in clinical research or other relevant post graduate qualification.
• In possession of or working towards an NHS leadership academy qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in clinical trial administration and clinical trial data management.
• Experience of mentoring junior staff.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in the NHS or other healthcare system.
• Line management experience.
• Involvement in education and staff development

Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise own and others workload and practice effective time management.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• IT literate including good understanding and demonstrated use of the full Microsoft Office suite.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication skills.

Desirable

• Advanced use of spreadsheets.

Knowledge

Essential

• Good understanding of the clinical research delivery processes, related standards, governance and legislation.

Desirable

• Understanding of medical terminology and cancer.
• Understanding of case report forms.
• Knowledge of patient information systems.

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• Ability to work to tight and/or unexpected deadlines.
• Flexible with ability to adapt to service requirements
• Conscientious and hardworking.
• Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a team.
• Tactful and diplomatic.

Desirable

• Evidence of achievement under pressure.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

AICT - Q02054

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.christie.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical1. To support the senior nutrition nurse and be responsible for own caseload providing an expert assessment plan and evaluation within the specialist area for enteral tubes2. To conduct regular ward visits to ensure compliance with nutritional standards and act as a resource for nutrition care planning and feeding tubes care delivery.3. To be involved in patient selection and education regarding enteral and parenteral nutrition support.4. To attend multidisciplinary / best interest meetings to discuss management of patients requiring enteral or parenteral nutrition at home.5. To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up to date documentation on the patient electronic system of individual patients in line with local and national standards and trust policy on confidentiality.6. To cover and support the organisation of home parenteral nutrition feed discharge patients as required alongside other nutrition nurse colleagues

Enteral7. To counsel and educate patients during the consent process for placement of enteral feeding tubes.8. To be competent to place nasogastric feeding tubes.9. To coordinate the gastrostomy service in collaboration with the senior nutrition nurse and interventional radiology team.10. To provide follow-up after interventional procedures for nutritional support and help with audit of outcome data.11. To be able to place secondary gastrostomy tube devices in hospital.12. To work alongside the dietitians and be involved in the setting up of a home enteral feed to ensure a safe and timely discharge.13. To educate and support the patient, carers, nursing staff and district nurses on the care of enteral feeding tubes before and after discharge.14. To work with the senior nutrition nurse to develop the nutritional nursing care service to patients in line with national standards.15. To work closely with the nutrition nurse teams, dietitians, nurse leaders and nurse clinicians to promote good practice and lead and support changes in practice16. To take an active role in audit and annually supporting the review of nursing guidelines, policies and patient information concerning enteral and parenteral nutrition in conjunction with the dietitians and senior nutrition nurse.

17. To identify clinical issues and incidents within the Trust that reduces the quality of care within the specialist service. Devise strategies to counter these to ensure the delivery of safe and effective care.18. To maintain patient data and statistics for service development19. To attend and participate in departmental, professional update meetings and trust nutrition related meetings.20. To be responsible for own clinical professional development (CPD) to maintain competency and to ensure best practice.21. Take an active part in professional networks to ensure the exchange of knowledge and ideas, both locally and nationally. Contribute to the development of national policy.22. In conjunction with the senior nutrition nurse provide specialist nursing knowledge of nutritional care to medical and nursing staff and students23. In conjunction with the senior nutrition nurse deliver an education programme on the nurse management of oncology patients receiving nutrition support internally and externally at regional level to nursing staff and other health care professionals.24. To work with the senior nutrition nurse to develop the nutrition link nurse group and be accountable to the Nutrition steering group.25. To promote good nursing practice in enteral and parenteral feeding to ward staff.26. To participate in the education of nursing staff on nutritionally screening patients, care planning and protected mealtimes and carry out regular audits.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current NMC registration
• Diploma or degree in nursing studies

Desirable

• Mentorship module

Experience

Essential

• Experience in an acute setting NHS experience
• Experience in oncology
• Evidence of clinical audit
• Evidence of educational study in nutrition
• Evidence of interest in nutrition
• Evidence in recent management and care of patients with feeding tubes

Desirable

• Evidence of setting standards and producing action plans
• Experience in endoscopic / radiological procedures
• Experience in gastroenterology

Skills

Essential

• Able to deliver a high standard of evidence based individual patient care
• To provide all nursing care in line with Trust policies and protocols
• Good interpersonal skills and initiative.
• Able to work as part of a team Independently insert nasogastric tube
• Ability to train patients/carers for enteral tube care
• Assess gastrostomy tubes
• Provide aftercare for feeding tubes
• Able to teach formally and informally
• Able to present information written and verbal
• Computer literate

Desirable

• Replace gastrostomy tubes

Knowledge

Essential

• Up to date knowledge of nursing issues in relation to nutritional support, enteral feeding and parenteral feeding
• Understanding of national nutrition standards and guidelines (CQC, NPSA, PLACE, NICE)
• Knowledge of endoscopic and radiologic procedures for nutritional support
• Evidence of own personal continuing professional development (CPD)

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• Able to work as autonomous practitioner
• Able to manage own workload

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Dietetic Nursing - E00975

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.christie.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be considered for this role, you should be able to particularly demonstrate the person specification criteria in the job advert in your application. However, applicants should be able to demonstrate all essential criteria through the entirety of the recruitment process to be considered for the job. Please see job description attached for full list of responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Proven and demonstrated experience leading a technical team through all phases of the software development lifecycle.

Experience

Essential

• Proven and demonstrated experience in building accessible interfaces that work for as many users as possible, regardless of their needs.

Experience

Essential

• Proven and demonstrated expereince of modern JavaScript, including libraries and frameworks such as ReactJS, NextJs, Vite, Nuqs.

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• Proven and demonstrated experience of using testing frameworks to validate software solutions.

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• Proven and demonstrated experience building robust, cross-browser and cross-device user interfaces.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

NICE – The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

Address

3rd Floor, 3 Piccadilly Place

Manchester

M1 3BN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake all aspects of reception duties and ensure that the reception area of the Practice runs smoothly, provides a high level of service to patients, doctors, nurses and other members of the Practice team.

Answer all telephone calls promptly

Assess and advise patients how to arrange appointments via AccuRX Triage and book advanced appointments where required

Record and handle home visit requests

Answer and handle all mobile telephone calls

Deal with general enquiries and complaints

Contact other providers

Register new patients and add to the computer system

Arrive patients for their appointments

Greet and direct patients and visitors

Hand out prescriptions to patients or their representatives

Give out test results to patients in accordance with Practice protocols

Ensure outstanding queries are explained and handed over to the next shift, as necessary

Respond to needs of doctors and nurses during surgery

Advise and collect payments from patients for non NHS services

Pull, file and print patient records when required

Handle requests for repeat prescriptions

Raise prescriptions as per Practice protocols

Deal with email correspondence from a variety of sources including the surgery website

Deal with queries relating to prescriptions

Input and extract patient and other information from the Practice computer system

Open, scan, attach and distribute post

Process letters through the Docman system, ensuring protocols are followed and relevant actions are sent and coding from incoming documents are entered into the patient records correctly.

Retrieve and act upon emailed information

Arrive and deduct patient records on Practice computer system

Cover duties for other staff absence

Keyholders to open premises and deactivate alarm at start of day when first to arrive

Ensure building is secured and lights switched off during lock up procedure

Ensure waiting room/noticeboards are kept tidy

Ensure kitchen is kept clean and tidy

Observe health and safety guidelines at all times

Observe GDPR and confidentiality guidelines at all times

Complete other core tasks to support smooth running of reception

Assist patients with accessing online services, including access to records, NHS app, proxy access, etc.

Offer help to all colleagues

Any other reasonable duties as necessary

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with the general public

Desirable

• Experience of reception work Experience of working in General Practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education

Desirable

• GCSE or equivalent Mathematics C or above GCSE or equivalent English C or above

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Clear legible handwriting IT skills Clear polite telephone manner Time Management and the ability to work to deadlines Problem solving skills Interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of EMIS Web computer system
• Experience of using the Docman (document management system)

Behaviours

Essential

• Helpful, friendly and reliable Smart, polite and confident Planning and organising Performing under pressure Adaptability Using initiative Team working Self-motivated Flexible Confidentiality

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Bodey Medical Centre

Address

Ladybarn Court

28 Ladybarn Lane

Manchester

M14 6WP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bodey.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To participate, and be responsible for, pharmacy technician based clinical pharmacy services on designated wards in partnership with the ward pharmacist to ensure a high quality, patientfocused clinical pharmacy and medicines supply service to oncology patients is delivered. o To contribute to the service delivery within the day case units including oncology solid tumours, haematology, and ambulatory care initiatives.o To ensure each patient is assessed on admission regarding medicines management, taking a complete and accurate medication history.o Rotation onto the Acute Assessment Unit providing a medicines optimisation role.o To participate in the assessment of patients for the self-medication scheme in accordance with local policy.o To provide a weekly top up service for patients on designated wards to ensure continuous supply of medication.o To be responsible and assist the ward pharmacist in ensuring and organising the efficient supply of medication during the patients stay in hospital and on discharge from the hospital including assessing suitability of medication for discharge.o To be proactive in the discharge planning process and liaise with the ward pharmacist and other healthcare professionals to ensure prescriptions are processed and delivered to the patients in a timely manner.o To counsel patients and their carers to ensure greater understanding of their medication including its safe use and side effects.

To undertake all clinical duties in accordance with standard operating procedure and all local, Trust and national guidelines. Ensure good team working and communication between pharmacy staff, ward pharmacist, ward staff and medical staff on behalf of the patients. To deal with queries from patients and all healthcare professionals in a friendly and courteous manner. To assist in maintaining optimal stock levels of medication on all ward areas. To participate in the training and supervision of pharmacy assistants in the ordering, maintenance, and delivery of stock for wards and departments within the Trust. To assist in the training, induction and supervision of staff involved in ward-based technician services including pre-registration trainee pharmacy technicians, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy assistants, pre-registration pharmacists and new members of staff. To complete yearly Personal Development Reviews for staff including pre-registration trainee pharmacy technicians, pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants. To provide pharmacy technician cover at Christie @ sites as required. To contribute to the regular review and development of the clinical service. To demonstrate awareness and commitment to the Trusts Clinical & Research Governance agenda and to implement agreed clinical & research governance initiatives. To participate in departmental, Trust and National risk management schemes such as error reporting systems and intervention monitoring. To assist in clinical audit or practice research as required. To provide annual leave/absence cover for other clinical pharmacy technicians in their duties. To undertake general dispensary duties in accordance with standard operating procedures in line with the clinical needs of ward patients. To participate in the development of the satellite pharmacy service on Oak Road Treatment Centre. To support the satellite dispensary when required and facilitate the medication requirements for chemotherapy patients. To provide dispensing and accuracy checking duties within the satellite pharmacy. To coordinate medication requirements for haematology and ambulatory care day case units. To support the monitoring and replenishment of the resuscitation boxes within the Trust. To support the cyclical medication and homecare services when required. To support the Christie at Home service when required. To participate in controlled drug destruction in line with relevant SOPs and national guidance. To contribute to any investigation at ward level regarding anomalies or discrepancies with controlled drug stock or patients own controlled drugs, stored on the ward/department or any other medication related incidents as appropriate. To liaise with the Chief Clinical Pharmacy Technician when further investigation is required regarding controlled drug incidents or any other medication related incidents if the initial investigation is not resolved. To be an accredited accuracy checking technician and to support the satellite dispensary as required. To be fully aware of the COSHH regulations particularly regarding the safe storage and handling of pharmaceutical products. To participate in Continuing Professional Development ensuring relevant knowledge and skills are up to date, meeting the professional requirements of the General Pharmaceutical Council. To participate in mandatory training in line with Trust and departmental requirements. To participate in all department rotas including the extended opening hours of the department rota, weekend service (Saturdays and Sundays) and Bank Holiday working as requested. To always behave in a manner that is in accordance with the professional standards set by the General Pharmaceutical Council. Undertake all other related duties which may be required in accordance with the changing needs and practices of the department and organisation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science /NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent recognised pharmacy technician qualification
• BTEC Level 4 Professional Diploma in Dispensing Accuracy Checking or equivalent recognised accuracy checking qualification - or be willing to work towards the qualification
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

• BTEC Level 4 Professional Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Services or equivalent
• Management qualification
• Member of APTUK
• Member of BOPA

Experience

Essential

• Previous post qualification experience e.g. community or hospital experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in ward pharmacy and clinical services
• Experience within the oncology setting
• Experience of working within hospital pharmacy

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Good organisation and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure, highly organised, work to deadlines
• IT literate
• Understanding of job role and responsibilities

Desirable

• Ability to influence and negotiate with medical, nursing and pharmacy staff
• Experience in supervision of other staff

Knowledge

Essential

• Good working knowledge of medicine optimisation
• Good knowledge of clinical use of medicines

Desirable

• Experience of drug use in oncology setting

Values

Essential

• Able to deal with varied situations with tact and diplomacy
• To show empathy and understanding staff and patients
• To treat people with dignity and respect
• Ability to adapt to change and to develop services and system to meet changing need

Other

Essential

• Ability to work in a busy environment and deal with several on-going commitments and tasks at the same time
• Able to contribute constructively to a team-working environment
• Able to follow general processes and procedures and working using own initiative without direct supervision

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Pharmacy Clinical - E00920

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.christie.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Service Coordination and Leadership

Lead the coordination of homecare deliveries, courier services, and outreach logistics across multiple sites, ensuring timely and safe delivery of SACT treatment and associated equipment. Act as the senior point of contact for homecare coordination queries, resolving complex issues and escalating where necessary. Oversee day-to-day workload planning, prioritisation, and distribution of tasks across the coordination function. Ensure effective communication between clinical teams, pharmacy, couriers, and external providers to support service continuity. Develop and maintain SOPs, protocols, and service standards for homecare coordination.

Operational Management and Performance

Monitor and report on KPIs such as delivery timelines, scheduling performance, and service responsiveness Analyse service data to identify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities Ensure all delivery and scheduling activities are recorded accurately Manage service pressures including demand fluctuations and delivery constraints Support compliance with cancer pathway targets

Homecare and Courier Coordination

Oversee booking and optimisation of courier routes for efficiency and cost effectiveness Ensure safe handling and transport of medications and equipment Manage courier systems and inboxes, ensuring timely actioning of requests Work closely with pharmacy and clinical teams on delivery requirements Implement contingency plans for delays or failed deliveries

Scheduling and Patient Pathway Coordination

Oversee scheduling of SACT treatments, outpatient appointments, and phlebotomy (bloods closer to home) services Ensure patients are informed appropriately of appointments and deliveries Monitor clinic readiness and support outreach services Act as escalation point for complex scheduling and pathway issues

Staff Support and Supervision

Provide day-to-day supervision and support to administrative staff Support staff training, induction, and ongoing development Assist with performance management, appraisals, and absence monitoring Promote a positive and supportive team environment

Service Improvement, Quality and Governance

Contribute to audits, patient feedback, and service evaluations Lead on service improvement initiatives within homecare coordination Investigate incidents, complaints, and implement corrective actions Ensure compliance with Trust policies and governance standards

Information and Systems Management

Ensure accurate data entry into patient and operational systems Use data systems to monitor performance and manage workflows Maintain records relating to delivery activity and scheduling

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

Develop strong working relationships across internal and external stakeholders Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively Participate in meetings relating to homecare and outreach services

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour

Follow risk management procedures at all times including the identification, assessment and management of risk within the division.

Abide by all Trust policies and Procedures.

Be responsible for own professional /personal development, including participating in ongoing appraisal and personal development planning.

This role may require occasional work at various Christie sites, and as such, candidates must have their own means of transport and possess a full UK driving licence, or be able to organise their own transport otherwise.

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive but reflects the main responsibilities of the post holder. Other duties may be required from time to time, which are commensurate with the grade of the post. This job description is subject to regular review and appropriate modification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree Level or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Leadership or management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant administrative or coordination experience
• Experience working in a complex or healthcare environment
• Experience managing workloads and priorities
• Supervisory or team leadership experience

Desirable

• Working knowledge of NHS performance targets, i.e. 18 weeks

Skills

Essential

• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, patient systems)

Desirable

• Data analysis and reporting skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of administrative and coordination processes
• Awareness of patient-centered care
• Knowledge of methods for managing a group of staff

Desirable

• Knowledge of SACT pathways and homecare services
• NHS systems and governance frameworks

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Digital Services Management - E00398

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.christie.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)