Job summary

The Christie @ Macclesfield SACT services unit provides treatment to a variety of different cancer diagnosis within solid tumor and Haematology. In the unit systemic anti-cancer treatment (SACT) is administered IV, alongside supportive treatments such as blood and platelet transfusions. The team is looking for an enthusiastic SACT trained nurse to support and provide chemotherapy treatment to our patients. This post is a full time permanent position.

We offer fantastic support and opportunities for our nursing staff to include:o On-going learning and development opportunities including leadership courseso Nurse led practiceo Support from locally based clinically practice educators/facilitators

Main duties of the job

o The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all key members of the multi-disciplinary team and service users related to the specialty.o To be responsible for all aspects of patient care including the assessment, planning delivery and evaluation of direct patient care.o To take the lead on delegated responsibilities as defined by the Senior Sister and Matrono To support the senior sister/matron to monitor the safety and quality of care for patients.o To co-ordinate the day to day management of the SACT unit.o To collaborate between Christie sites across the Greater Manchester area as requiredo To manage, lead and motivate Band 5, 4 and 3 staff ensuring compliance of mandatory training and appraisal requirements.o In the absence of the Senior Sister/Matron to be responsible for the day-to-day management of the SACT Unit.o To ensure a positive focussed service incorporating patients 'feedback to maintain and improve patient care.o To act as an effective role model promoting excellence through practice.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, looking after more than 64,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 25% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We are the largest radiotherapy provider in the NHS with one in 20 treatments delivered at The Christie. We have up to 15 linear accelerators operating across our network of sites. We operate the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK on our main site and treatments are also provided at 13 other networked sites, and in patients homes. And as a specialist tertiary surgical centre, we focus on rare cancers, complex procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer surgery, specialising in colorectal, peritoneal, gynaecological, urological and plastic surgery.

We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We have been named by the UK's National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), as one of the best hospitals providing opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research studies, with more than 800 studies open at any time, caring for over 3,000 patients.

Job summary

The NHS Transforming People Services (TPS) programme sits at the heart of delivering the NHS 10 Year Health Plan -- creating a workforce that is empowered, flexible and digitally enabled to meet the evolving needs of patients and communities.

This is more than a transformation role, it is an opportunity to redefine how people services are delivered across the NHS and directly influence the experience of one of the largest workforces in the world.

The Professional Development Manager will play an important role in strengthening the capability, skills and future readiness of the NHS People Profession. The postholder will support the design, development and delivery of professional development initiatives that enable people professionals across the NHS to build the knowledge, confidence and expertise needed to lead workforce transformation and deliver high-quality people services.

The role will work collaboratively with colleagues across the NHS, professional networks and external partners to identify development needs, share best practice and support the delivery of innovative learning and development opportunities. Using evidence, insight and feedback from the profession, the postholder will help shape and continuously improve the professional development offer, ensuring it reflects emerging priorities, national workforce needs and best practice.

Main duties of the job

• Support the development of professional development initiatives that strengthen capability, skills and future readiness of the NHS People Profession. For example, learning and development programmes, career pathways, professional standards.

• Manage the delivery of learning and development programmes for the NHS People Profession, ensuring there are opportunities across all levels of the profession.

• Work with NHS organisations and professional networks to identify development needs, share best practice and support talent development.

• Evaluate the impact of learning and development programmes, using insight, feedback and evidence to continuously improve the national professional development offer.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of the NHS People Profession, supporting the development of talented people professionals and helping to build the capability needed to deliver sustainable workforce transformation across the health system.

Most importantly, you will be part of a team delivering change that improves the experience of the NHS workforce and supporting better outcomes for patients and communities nationwide.

About us

NHS England has a wide range of statutory functions, responsibilities and regulatory powers. These are focused on supporting the wider NHS to deliver high quality care, as well as doing those things that are best done once for the whole NHS.

Our staff bring expertise across clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial specialisms -- enabling us to design and deliver high-quality NHS services.

In March 2025, the Government announced that NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care will increasingly merge functions, ultimately leading to NHS England being fully integrated into the department.

If you currently work within the NHS and if successful at interview, we will initiate an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR).This retrieves key data from your current or previous NHS employer to support onboarding, including competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You may opt out at any stage of the process.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in our offices.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

We cannot offer visa sponsorship for any vacancies.

Job summary

This post presents an excellent opportunity to join the establishing and expanding Breast Research team with a varied portfolio of early and late clinical trials as a Clinical Research Nurse (CRN).Research nursing is an exciting and developing role, supported through the R&I division with a good education and development package in place to ensure that staff reach their potential.Central to this role is the responsibility of assessing and managing the complex needs of patients participating in a clinical trial, including the delivery of all specified treatments for participants in research within a multidisciplinary team. Key responsibilities of the post include the coordination of the trial protocols and working alongside the clinical trial coordinators.A background in oncology, flexibility in working, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Experience in clinical research and/or breast malignancies would be desirable.An informal discussion about the post is strongly recommended with the possibility to spend some time with the team to understand better the requirement of the role.

Main duties of the job

The CRN will be involved in every stage of the portfolio activities including feasibility reviews of new clinical trial opportunities, set-up and activation of new trials, patient recruitment and management, supporting team with data query resolution, reviewing protocol amendments, providing patient-centred insights to the research delivery team by supporting both the patients and the team through all aspects of clinical research of the Breast portfolio.With support from the team the CRN will ensure that the safety and wellbeing of the patients is maintained within the requirement of the multi-regulatory frameworks for clinical research ensuring compliance with ICH/GCP standards and Trust SOPs.By utilising national frameworks for auditing patients experience the CRN will ensure the patients in the Breast disease portfolio studies will have the best possible experience whilst participating in clinical research.Raise the profile of the clinical research nurse and clinical trials within the trust by engaging in promotional events relating to clinical research with attendance and contributions at local, national and international meetings.Demonstrate awareness and contribution to divisional, Trust and national objectives and strategies.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, looking after more than 64,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 25% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We are the largest radiotherapy provider in the NHS with one in 20 treatments delivered at The Christie. We have up to 15 linear accelerators operating across our network of sites. We operate the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK on our main site and treatments are also provided at 13 other networked sites, and in patients homes. And as a specialist tertiary surgical centre, we focus on rare cancers, complex procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer surgery, specialising in colorectal, peritoneal, gynaecological, urological and plastic surgery.

We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We have been named by the UK's National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), as one of the best hospitals providing opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research studies, with more than 800 studies open at any time, caring for over 3,000 patients.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Per annum, Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-111893-RI-LM

Job locations

CT Breast - Q00117

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Research Co-ordination Work autonomously in all areas of practice relating to clinical research. Understand and deliver care in accordance with regulatory approved clinical research protocols. Understand the process for obtaining NHS permissions (R&D approval) for conducting clinical trials at site. As project lead, ensure permissions are in place prior to any patient recruitment. Participate in clinical trial feasibilities and risk assessments of clinical trial protocols. Ensure all clinical trial activities are recorded in appropriate systems in a timely manner. Awareness of trial specific, regional and national targets. Identify and implement strategies for recruiting patients to clinical trials ensuring that targets for patient recruitment are delivered. Delegation and oversight of research related activities to research team members (clinical and administrative) and ensure compliance with SOPs and ICH/GCP. Arrange and facilitate clinical trial related meetings. Involvement in appropriate financial remunerations for clinical trial activity.

Clinical Service and Professional Responsibilities Assimilation of highly complex information relating to clinical trials and communication to patients at a level appropriate to their understanding. Ensure highly sensitive information is communicated to patients, relatives, and carers regarding prognosis Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of specialist care pathways in conjunction with appropriate personnel. Demonstration of expert knowledge in specialist area to maintain clinical excellence. Demonstrate awareness of divisional and trust strategic objectives including performance indicators and metrics. Escalation of governance issues impacting on delivery of job purpose. To act as a primary contact point for the clinical trial patients and act as adviser to other health care professionals. Responsibility for maintenance and development of professional knowledge and practice by attending mandatory and specialist training in accordance with local policy. Ensuring care delivery standards in accordance with trial protocol, local policy, NMC Code of Practice Conduct and current best practice. Development and maintenance of a high-quality service by: Overseeing the safe administration of all licensed and unlicensed medicinal products within the context of a clinical trial. Overseeing assessment and evaluation of treatment toxicities and initiation of appropriate intervention. Contribute to development of specialist Standard Operating Procedures and guidelines. Provide education and support for non-research staff in the delivery of protocol driven treatment for all patients. Participate in monitoring and audit activities within research team To carry out non-medical prescribing within scope of professional practice and in accordance with local policies and procedures and national legislation (optional and depending on clinical service needs).

Personal Education, Training and Development Maintain professional development whilst evaluating own specialist knowledge and practice through a process of appraisal and personal development planning. Promote the role of the clinical research nurse as an integral part of the healthcare system. Increase and maintain awareness of current advances in cancer treatments, research and nursing practice thereby maintaining the highest standard of care for patients with cancer and implementing evidence-based care by continuing professional development. Participation in trust-wide education programmes and study days. Obtain clinical supervision as appropriate. To keep up to date with departmental, Trust, UK and EU developments for the management of clinical research ensuring timely, effective implementation of changes. Attendance at team and divisional meeting

Staff Management and Development To Support the Senior Clinical Research Nurse in the induction and continued supervision of junior members of staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory compliance and legislation. Support the development of specialist study days within own research team. Assist in the provision of specialist education and training in relation to clinical trials to all key stakeholders. Disseminate information by attendance and /or presentations at local, national and international conferences/meetings Contribute to the development of members of the research team_______________________________________________________________EU DIRECTIVE ICH/GCPAll personnel involved in clinical research have a responsibility to ensure that clinical trials are conducted in accordance with the EU Directive and ICH/GCP.

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Research Co-ordination Work autonomously in all areas of practice relating to clinical research. Understand and deliver care in accordance with regulatory approved clinical research protocols. Understand the process for obtaining NHS permissions (R&D approval) for conducting clinical trials at site. As project lead, ensure permissions are in place prior to any patient recruitment. Participate in clinical trial feasibilities and risk assessments of clinical trial protocols. Ensure all clinical trial activities are recorded in appropriate systems in a timely manner. Awareness of trial specific, regional and national targets. Identify and implement strategies for recruiting patients to clinical trials ensuring that targets for patient recruitment are delivered. Delegation and oversight of research related activities to research team members (clinical and administrative) and ensure compliance with SOPs and ICH/GCP. Arrange and facilitate clinical trial related meetings. Involvement in appropriate financial remunerations for clinical trial activity. Clinical Service and Professional Responsibilities Assimilation of highly complex information relating to clinical trials and communication to patients at a level appropriate to their understanding. Ensure highly sensitive information is communicated to patients, relatives, and carers regarding prognosis Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of specialist care pathways in conjunction with appropriate personnel. Demonstration of expert knowledge in specialist area to maintain clinical excellence. Demonstrate awareness of divisional and trust strategic objectives including performance indicators and metrics. Escalation of governance issues impacting on delivery of job purpose. To act as a primary contact point for the clinical trial patients and act as adviser to other health care professionals. Responsibility for maintenance and development of professional knowledge and practice by attending mandatory and specialist training in accordance with local policy. Ensuring care delivery standards in accordance with trial protocol, local policy, NMC Code of Practice Conduct and current best practice. Development and maintenance of a high-quality service by: Overseeing the safe administration of all licensed and unlicensed medicinal products within the context of a clinical trial. Overseeing assessment and evaluation of treatment toxicities and initiation of appropriate intervention. Contribute to development of specialist Standard Operating Procedures and guidelines. Provide education and support for non-research staff in the delivery of protocol driven treatment for all patients. Participate in monitoring and audit activities within research team To carry out non-medical prescribing within scope of professional practice and in accordance with local policies and procedures and national legislation (optional and depending on clinical service needs). Personal Education, Training and Development Maintain professional development whilst evaluating own specialist knowledge and practice through a process of appraisal and personal development planning. Promote the role of the clinical research nurse as an integral part of the healthcare system. Increase and maintain awareness of current advances in cancer treatments, research and nursing practice thereby maintaining the highest standard of care for patients with cancer and implementing evidence-based care by continuing professional development. Participation in trust-wide education programmes and study days. Obtain clinical supervision as appropriate. To keep up to date with departmental, Trust, UK and EU developments for the management of clinical research ensuring timely, effective implementation of changes. Attendance at team and divisional meeting Staff Management and Development To Support the Senior Clinical Research Nurse in the induction and continued supervision of junior members of staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory compliance and legislation. Support the development of specialist study days within own research team. Assist in the provision of specialist education and training in relation to clinical trials to all key stakeholders. Disseminate information by attendance and /or presentations at local, national and international conferences/meetings Contribute to the development of members of the research team_______________________________________________________________EU DIRECTIVE ICH/GCPAll personnel involved in clinical research have a responsibility to ensure that clinical trials are conducted in accordance with the EU Directive and ICH/GCP.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse -Currently registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council
• First Degree or relevant clinical experience

Desirable

• Post-graduate qualification in oncology and/or clinical research
• GCP/ICH recognised recent training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Oncology Nursing
• Experience of working autonomously and as part of a Multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to demonstrate evidence of service improvement

Desirable

• Experience of working in a clinical research environment

Skills

Essential

• Highly effective communication skills
• Advance organisational skills
• Good written and analytical skills
• Able to manage work autonomously and manage own workload
• Demonstrable IT Skills - able to use Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook

Desirable

• Intra-venous access and cannulation skills administration of IV chemotherapy
• Good presentation skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the clinical trial process
• Knowledge of ICH-GCP & research governance framework
• Knowledge of professional and NHS issues and policy relating to specialist area

Desirable

• Knowledge of Research Ethics Committees
• Knowledge of the purpose of clinical research

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• Maintain professional development and have an awareness of current nursing issues
• Demonstrates flexibility in working hours

Desirable

• Assertiveness

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse -Currently registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council First Degree or relevant clinical experience Desirable Post-graduate qualification in oncology and/or clinical research GCP/ICH recognised recent training Experience Essential Experience of Oncology Nursing Experience of working autonomously and as part of a Multi-disciplinary team Ability to demonstrate evidence of service improvement Desirable Experience of working in a clinical research environment Skills Essential Highly effective communication skills Advance organisational skills Good written and analytical skills Able to manage work autonomously and manage own workload Demonstrable IT Skills - able to use Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook Desirable Intra-venous access and cannulation skills administration of IV chemotherapy Good presentation skills Knowledge Essential Knowledge of the clinical trial process Knowledge of ICH-GCP & research governance framework Knowledge of professional and NHS issues and policy relating to specialist area Desirable Knowledge of Research Ethics Committees Knowledge of the purpose of clinical research Values Essential Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours Other Essential Maintain professional development and have an awareness of current nursing issues Demonstrates flexibility in working hours Desirable Assertiveness

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).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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). 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

CT Breast - Q00117

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

CT Breast - Q00117

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Trust has implemented electronic prescribing for SACT across the Trust, and at our outreach clinics and peripheral sites. Many of our pharmacists are working as non-medical prescribers with clinical teams in outpatient clinics. An objective this year is to further expand this pharmacist prescribing model, for both outpatient and inpatient services, particularly with the advent of newly registered pharmacists now qualified with independent prescriber status.The Pharmacy Department had the opportunity for the Christie hospital to successfully host Foundation year pharmacists for the very first time in 2025 in addition to supporting a number of ongoing and new collaborative projects alongside several research partners and has strong links with the University of Manchester. Several members of our staff have undertaken post graduate training, research and other secondment opportunities and we are keen to support more.We currently have an opportunity for highly motivated enthusiastic clinical pharmacist band 7 to join the expanding clinical pharmacy team. The post holder will support the pharmacy department in further developing the clinical pharmacy service to patients, with a particular focus on inpatient services, including electronic prescribing initiatives across the Trust.If you are enthusiastic and keen to make a positive contribution to the care of cancer patients, we would like to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high quality, patient focused clinical pharmacy and medicines supply service to oncology patients ensuring a safe, effective and efficient use of medicines.

To provide support to the dispensary, aseptic, satellite units and peripheral C@sites if required.

To support the pharmacy EP team and work closely with the Trust's project team to achieve full roll out and operational provision of the EPMA (Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration) systems on introduction to the Trust.

To maintain and develop specialist knowledge in relation to clinical pharmacy services.

To qualify as an independent prescriber and work as an independent prescriber within a designated disease group or ward area working alongside the MDT team.

To provide advice on medicine related issues and clinical trials to healthcare professionals.

To provide education and training support to nursing, medical staff and patients.

To participate in weekend and Bank Holiday rotas and additional out of hours and emergency duty commitment (EDC) duties as required to meet the needs of the service.

Although this post is based at The Christie Hospital main site, postholders may be required to work at any location across the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cancer Network. The Trust has a flexible working policy and, subject to service commitments.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, looking after more than 64,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 25% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We are the largest radiotherapy provider in the NHS with one in 20 treatments delivered at The Christie. We have up to 15 linear accelerators operating across our network of sites. We operate the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK on our main site and treatments are also provided at 13 other networked sites, and in patients homes. And as a specialist tertiary surgical centre, we focus on rare cancers, complex procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer surgery, specialising in colorectal, peritoneal, gynaecological, urological and plastic surgery.

We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We have been named by the UK's National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), as one of the best hospitals providing opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research studies, with more than 800 studies open at any time, caring for over 3,000 patients.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year Pro rata, per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-112033-CNS-RS

Job locations

Pharmacy Clinical - E00920

Wilmslow Road

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To actively participate in the departmental training programme and complete competencies for each of the following areas: wards, dispensary, satellite pharmacies, clinical trials and aseptics as appropriate. Duties will include the following:

a. Supporting the provision of clinical pharmacy services within the dispensaries, satellite pharmacies within the Trust and at C@ sites and the aseptic services unit, if required. Responsible for the clinical screening/review of prescriptions, both in-patients and outpatients, and to accurately check and supply medicines to patients, including clinical trials in accordance with all departmental, Trust and national standards, procedures and policies.b. Delivering a clinical pharmacy service to designated patient groups, promoting best practice for all areas of pharmaceutical care in accordance with all local, Trust and national guidelines. To use specialist knowledge to identify and resolve complex pharmaceutical issues, taking into consideration other co-morbidity factors associated with the patient and liaise with medical and nursing staff.c. Developing specialist knowledge and skills relating to oncology practice including Good Clinical Practice in clinical trials and an understanding of the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004d. Safe and effective screening / review of prescriptions for Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) regimens, clinical trials and treatment strategies in use at the Christie including full awareness of the intrathecal chemotherapy policy.e. Following local, Trust and National guidelines for safe medicines practice.f. To promote and maintain cost-effective prescribing through involvement in the development, implementation and review of evidence-based guidelines and protocols with fellow healthcare professionals, under the management of the Principal Pharmacist for Clinical Services, to establish best practice for the area of clinical responsibility.

2. To qualify as an independent prescriber (if qualification not already achieved)3. To work as an independent prescriber within a designated disease group working alongside the relevant consultant team4. To support prescribing at the individual patient level, contributing to the optimisation of patients drug therapy with due consideration to risk/benefit issues.

Medicines advice

5. To provide evidence-based medicine advice where appropriate to ensure safe, effective, economical and timely use of medicines.6. To provide advice on the storage, administration and therapeutic use of medicines to patients, medical and nursing staff and other healthcare colleagues.7. To provide specialist medicines information including advice on clinical trials to healthcare professionals within the Greater Manchester network as appropriate.

Electronic prescribing

8. To support the maintenance of Electronic Prescribing (EP) and Pharmacy systems in conjunction with the EP project team contributing as necessary to ensure all tasks are completed to deadline.9. To be responsible for liaising with the pharmacy team, ward nursing & medical teams and the Informatics department in relation to the maintenance of and updates to the Trusts EPMA systems and contribute to the delivery of the training requirements for individual user groups.10. To check and validate all medicines and medicine order sets for accuracy, ease of use and patient safety if required.11. To support issue reporting during the implementation of new initiatives to enable projects to be delivered effectively.12. To contribute with the Informatics teams, management accountants, medical staff, pharmacy staff and other stakeholders in relation to problem solving, auditing, service development and statistical and financial drug transactions.13. To contribute to the clinical governance process by undertaking risk assessments and by analysing data provided by the system with regard to safety and prescribing issues. To inform system users across the Trust of any risks or issues arising from use of the system.

Other clinical duties

14. To participate and lead in service evaluation, Clinical Audit and/or practice research as required.15. To maintain, lead (as appropriate) and contribute to the regular review and development of efficient pharmacy services, namely dispensary, satellite pharmacy within the Trust and at C@sites, clinical, aseptic & clinical trial services.16. To have the opportunity to participate in research internal or external to the Trust in collaboration with disease groups or university faculties in line with the pharmacy department strategy17. To have the opportunity to work towards further post graduate qualifications in line with service requirements and the pharmacy department strategy including independent prescribing qualification.18. To assist in the development of patient group directions (PGDs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and disease group drug regimen protocols and guidelines as appropriate.19. To provide the clinical pharmacy service to additional wards in the absence of colleagues.20. To provide pharmacist cover at Christie @ sites as required21. Participate in clinical activities e.g. multidisciplinary ward rounds and deputise as needed e.g. clinical and committee meetings.22. To provide clinical and professional supervision of junior pharmacists, foundation year trainee pharmacists, technicians and students within the pharmacy department and in clinical areas of the Trust. To participate in the training of other healthcare professionals including nursing and medical staff. 23. To monitor and evaluate medicine usage and to encourage adherence to the hospital formulary. The post holder will be required to participate in formulary management, the financial monitoring of drug budgets to designated patient groups, and protocol and guideline review.24. To report on new initiatives and/or developments within designated patient groups to the Director of Pharmacy and the Clinical Services Manager and where necessary discuss the impact on pharmacy services and the action to be taken.

Governance/risk

25. To demonstrate awareness and commitment to the Trusts Clinical & Research Governance agenda and to implement agreed clinical & research governance initiatives.26. To participate in departmental, Trust and National risk management schemes such as error reporting systems and intervention monitoring.27. To identify and manage risks in relation to medicine use according to local policy and protocols.

General

28. To attend departmental pharmacy meetings and any other meetings relevant to their role.29. To develop time management skills to ensure appropriate prioritisation of workload in all areas of work.30. Ensure all activities comply with departmental and Trust health and safety, fire, security policies and COSHH regulations. To report any issues at the workplace which may put health and safety at risk.31. 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 the trust and departmental requirements. 32. To participate in all department rotas including the weekend service, Bank Holiday working and on-call rotas as requested33. To behave in a manner at all times that is in accordance with the professional standards set by the General Pharmaceutical Council.34. Undertake all other related duties which may be required in accordance with the changing needs and practices of the department and organisation.

Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. To actively participate in the departmental training programme and complete competencies for each of the following areas: wards, dispensary, satellite pharmacies, clinical trials and aseptics as appropriate. Duties will include the following: a. Supporting the provision of clinical pharmacy services within the dispensaries, satellite pharmacies within the Trust and at C@ sites and the aseptic services unit, if required. Responsible for the clinical screening/review of prescriptions, both in-patients and outpatients, and to accurately check and supply medicines to patients, including clinical trials in accordance with all departmental, Trust and national standards, procedures and policies.b. Delivering a clinical pharmacy service to designated patient groups, promoting best practice for all areas of pharmaceutical care in accordance with all local, Trust and national guidelines. To use specialist knowledge to identify and resolve complex pharmaceutical issues, taking into consideration other co-morbidity factors associated with the patient and liaise with medical and nursing staff.c. Developing specialist knowledge and skills relating to oncology practice including Good Clinical Practice in clinical trials and an understanding of the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004d. Safe and effective screening / review of prescriptions for Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) regimens, clinical trials and treatment strategies in use at the Christie including full awareness of the intrathecal chemotherapy policy.e. Following local, Trust and National guidelines for safe medicines practice.f. To promote and maintain cost-effective prescribing through involvement in the development, implementation and review of evidence-based guidelines and protocols with fellow healthcare professionals, under the management of the Principal Pharmacist for Clinical Services, to establish best practice for the area of clinical responsibility. 2. To qualify as an independent prescriber (if qualification not already achieved)3. To work as an independent prescriber within a designated disease group working alongside the relevant consultant team4. To support prescribing at the individual patient level, contributing to the optimisation of patients drug therapy with due consideration to risk/benefit issues. Medicines advice 5. To provide evidence-based medicine advice where appropriate to ensure safe, effective, economical and timely use of medicines.6. To provide advice on the storage, administration and therapeutic use of medicines to patients, medical and nursing staff and other healthcare colleagues.7. To provide specialist medicines information including advice on clinical trials to healthcare professionals within the Greater Manchester network as appropriate. Electronic prescribing 8. To support the maintenance of Electronic Prescribing (EP) and Pharmacy systems in conjunction with the EP project team contributing as necessary to ensure all tasks are completed to deadline.9. To be responsible for liaising with the pharmacy team, ward nursing & medical teams and the Informatics department in relation to the maintenance of and updates to the Trusts EPMA systems and contribute to the delivery of the training requirements for individual user groups.10. To check and validate all medicines and medicine order sets for accuracy, ease of use and patient safety if required.11. To support issue reporting during the implementation of new initiatives to enable projects to be delivered effectively.12. To contribute with the Informatics teams, management accountants, medical staff, pharmacy staff and other stakeholders in relation to problem solving, auditing, service development and statistical and financial drug transactions.13. To contribute to the clinical governance process by undertaking risk assessments and by analysing data provided by the system with regard to safety and prescribing issues. To inform system users across the Trust of any risks or issues arising from use of the system. Other clinical duties 14. To participate and lead in service evaluation, Clinical Audit and/or practice research as required.15. To maintain, lead (as appropriate) and contribute to the regular review and development of efficient pharmacy services, namely dispensary, satellite pharmacy within the Trust and at C@sites, clinical, aseptic & clinical trial services.16. To have the opportunity to participate in research internal or external to the Trust in collaboration with disease groups or university faculties in line with the pharmacy department strategy17. To have the opportunity to work towards further post graduate qualifications in line with service requirements and the pharmacy department strategy including independent prescribing qualification.18. To assist in the development of patient group directions (PGDs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and disease group drug regimen protocols and guidelines as appropriate.19. To provide the clinical pharmacy service to additional wards in the absence of colleagues.20. To provide pharmacist cover at Christie @ sites as required21. Participate in clinical activities e.g. multidisciplinary ward rounds and deputise as needed e.g. clinical and committee meetings.22. To provide clinical and professional supervision of junior pharmacists, foundation year trainee pharmacists, technicians and students within the pharmacy department and in clinical areas of the Trust. To participate in the training of other healthcare professionals including nursing and medical staff. 23. To monitor and evaluate medicine usage and to encourage adherence to the hospital formulary. The post holder will be required to participate in formulary management, the financial monitoring of drug budgets to designated patient groups, and protocol and guideline review.24. To report on new initiatives and/or developments within designated patient groups to the Director of Pharmacy and the Clinical Services Manager and where necessary discuss the impact on pharmacy services and the action to be taken. Governance/risk 25. To demonstrate awareness and commitment to the Trusts Clinical & Research Governance agenda and to implement agreed clinical & research governance initiatives.26. To participate in departmental, Trust and National risk management schemes such as error reporting systems and intervention monitoring.27. To identify and manage risks in relation to medicine use according to local policy and protocols. General 28. To attend departmental pharmacy meetings and any other meetings relevant to their role.29. To develop time management skills to ensure appropriate prioritisation of workload in all areas of work.30. Ensure all activities comply with departmental and Trust health and safety, fire, security policies and COSHH regulations. To report any issues at the workplace which may put health and safety at risk.31. 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 the trust and departmental requirements. 32. To participate in all department rotas including the weekend service, Bank Holiday working and on-call rotas as requested33. To behave in a manner at all times that is in accordance with the professional standards set by the General Pharmaceutical Council.34. 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

• Vocational Masters Degree in Pharmacy
• Pre-registration training and successful completion of relevant exam
• Membership of General
• Pharmaceutical Council
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Diploma in clinical pharmacy or relevant post graduate qualification
• Independent prescribing qualification
• BOPA SACT Verification Passport
• Royal Pharmaceutical Credentialing

Experience

Essential

• Providing medicines information and advice
• Experience of multidisciplinary working

Desirable

• Experience of working within a hospital environment including ward pharmacy and clinical services.
• Experience within the oncology setting
• Experience in supervision of other staff.
• Experience of working within a project team

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Self motivating
• Good organisation and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure, highly organised, work to deadlines
• Ability to manage and implement change
• Ability to influence and negotiate with medical, nursing and pharmacy staff IT literate
• Ability to recognise own limitations

Desirable

• Training healthcare professionals

Knowledge

Essential

• NICE
• Excellent knowledge of clinical use of medicines
• Cost effective use of medicines and medicines management
• National intrathecal guidance

Desirable

• Experience of drug use in oncology setting
• Financial awareness in the management of drug budgets

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• Commitment to improving services for staff and patients
• Able to research, interpret and present complex information in a clear and logical manner
• On call duties
• Bank holiday working
• Flexible working hours as required

Desirable

• Driver's license

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Vocational Masters Degree in Pharmacy Pre-registration training and successful completion of relevant exam Membership of General Pharmaceutical Council Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Diploma in clinical pharmacy or relevant post graduate qualification Independent prescribing qualification BOPA SACT Verification Passport Royal Pharmaceutical Credentialing Experience Essential Providing medicines information and advice Experience of multidisciplinary working Desirable Experience of working within a hospital environment including ward pharmacy and clinical services. Experience within the oncology setting Experience in supervision of other staff. Experience of working within a project team Skills Essential Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Self motivating Good organisation and time management skills Ability to work under pressure, highly organised, work to deadlines Ability to manage and implement change Ability to influence and negotiate with medical, nursing and pharmacy staff IT literate Ability to recognise own limitations Desirable Training healthcare professionals Knowledge Essential NICE Excellent knowledge of clinical use of medicines Cost effective use of medicines and medicines management National intrathecal guidance Desirable Experience of drug use in oncology setting Financial awareness in the management of drug budgets Values Essential Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours Other Essential Commitment to improving services for staff and patients Able to research, interpret and present complex information in a clear and logical manner On call duties Bank holiday working Flexible working hours as required Desirable Driver's license

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).

Additional information 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

Wilmslow Road

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Pharmacy Clinical - E00920

Wilmslow Road

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres with an international reputation for excellence in oncology, research and advanced therapies. This newly established Specialist Pharmacist - Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs) role offers an exciting opportunity to join our expanding pharmacy clinical team and advanced therapies teams at a time of rapid innovation in cellular and gene based treatments.

You will be a key member of the cellular therapies MDT, supporting delivery of highly specialised services across inpatient wards, ambulatory care, TYA, day case areas and peripheral sites. The role focuses on advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs), including CAR T, immune effector cell therapies and Tumour Infiltrating Lymphocyte (TIL) therapy, contributing to safe, compliant and effective patient pathways. The post holder will have the opportunity to lead pharmacy related service developments with regard to ATMPs which includes Tumour Infiltrating Lymphocyte (TIL) therapy.

You will collaborate with clinical, operational and research colleagues to shape ATMP governance, education and service development, with opportunities to develop independent prescribing practice and contribute to national ATMP strategy.

If you are motivated, innovative and keen to contribute to the future of advanced therapies in haemato-oncology and solid tumour oncology, we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services for haemato-oncology, solid tumour and TYA patients, supporting safe and effective use of ATMPs across inpatient, outpatient and ambulatory settings.

You will deputise for the lead haematology pharmacist in ATMP related service development, collaborating with stakeholders/MDT to design and implement models of care covering prescribing, preparation, storage, dispensing, administration and monitoring.

Responsibilities include providing expert pharmaceutical advice, ensuring compliance with governance frameworks (including JACIE), contributing to ATMP commissioning, forecasting drug expenditure, developing guidelines and SOPs, and supporting electronic prescribing.

You will act as an independent prescriber (or work towards qualification), manage your own caseload, contribute to MDT meetings, lead audits, support training and mentorship, and participate in clinical screening and checking rotas.

Although the pharmacy service is based at The Christie Hospital main site, postholders may be required to work at any location across the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cancer Network. The Trust has a flexible working policy and, subject to service commitments, it may also be possible to support an element of working from home.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, looking after more than 64,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 25% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We are the largest radiotherapy provider in the NHS with one in 20 treatments delivered at The Christie. We have up to 15 linear accelerators operating across our network of sites. We operate the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK on our main site and treatments are also provided at 13 other networked sites, and in patients homes. And as a specialist tertiary surgical centre, we focus on rare cancers, complex procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer surgery, specialising in colorectal, peritoneal, gynaecological, urological and plastic surgery.

We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We have been named by the UK's National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), as one of the best hospitals providing opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research studies, with more than 800 studies open at any time, caring for over 3,000 patients.This is a unique opportunity to work with us and contribute to the growing, challenging and rewarding specialty of advanced therapies.

Job summary

Aligned with the Total-Body-PET scanner soon to be installed at The Christie, a new position exists for a Principal Clinical Scientist to work in the Nuclear Medicine group.The successful candidate will become a member of a team of clinical scientists who provide the medical physics and radiation protection support to work with unsealed radioactive substances, primarily at The Christie.Candidates must have a good first degree in physics or a physical science, MSc. or equivalent in physics applied to medicine or a related subject and be a registered Clinical Scientist. They should have significant training and experience in both diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures. They should have MPE certification and be able to demonstrate research experience in nuclear medicine imaging.

Main duties of the job

While the successful candidate will contribute to other aspects of the service, this role has a particular focus on PET-CT where significant experience is required.The working pattern will include some extended working days and weekends, and occasional off-site working at other Nuclear Medicine departments in the North-West for whom physics support is provided.Nuclear Medicine at The Christie also supports a number of Nuclear Medicine departments throughout the north-west of England and beyond, by supplying radioactive tracers and providing scientific advice on radiation safety and best practice.The Nuclear Medicine team at The Christie pride ourselves on a friendly, inclusive and collaborative approach to delivering the very best service to our patients, and driving forward improvements that will lead to better diagnosis and treatment.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, looking after more than 64,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 25% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We are the largest radiotherapy provider in the NHS with one in 20 treatments delivered at The Christie. We have up to 15 linear accelerators operating across our network of sites. We operate the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK on our main site and treatments are also provided at 13 other networked sites, and in patients homes. And as a specialist tertiary surgical centre, we focus on rare cancers, complex procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer surgery, specialising in colorectal, peritoneal, gynaecological, urological and plastic surgery.

We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We have been named by the UK's National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), as one of the best hospitals providing opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research studies, with more than 800 studies open at any time, caring for over 3,000 patients.Clinical scientists within the group sit on a number of different national bodies and contribute to guidance in several different areas of nuclear medicine, including diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, regulatory compliance, teaching and training.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£66,582 to £77,368 a year Pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-112082-CNS-RS

Job locations

CMPE Clinical Pet - D00037

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1 Methodology and InstrumentationTo characterise, evaluate and validate medical imaging equipment, and associated equipment using complex methods and systems in physics, engineering and mathematics.

1.1 Keeping up to date with the latest developments in the field of NM and PET and implementing those where appropriate in terms of policies and procedures.1.2 Develop an in-depth understanding of the set-up and optimisation of the configuration of the scanners and associated equipment.1.3 Critically review and evaluate and analyse complex quality assurance procedures and formal documentation to validate the use of the above equipment, extending the tests as and when necessary, in the context of formal validation procedures.1.4 Work with clinical technologists and others in developing and writing standard procedures for Nuclear Medicine and ensure that these are properly implemented.1.5 Ensure as part of the group that operations conform to legislative requirements covering the use of radioactive materials.1.6 Advising on diagnostic imaging and processing techniques, including practical assistance.1.7 Writing computer software for data analysis.1.8 Undertake imaging investigations on patients participating in research studies.1.9 Preparation of test objects, which may require prolonged concentration.

2 Research2.1 Design and conduct experiments to characterise NM and PET scanning equipment and associated instrumentation to improve upon current and introduce new imaging techniques.2.2 Develop and validate new items of advanced instrumentation, devising new protocols and procedures and proposes change where necessary.2.3 Develop complex methodological procedures for new investigations on patients in clinical research trials.2.4 Carry out advanced and complex mathematical calculations for data and image analysis techniques.2.5 Carry out radiation dosimetry and risk assessments for patient studies in research trial proposals.2.6 Prepares applications to Local Research Ethics Committee(s) and internal Trust R&D management in order to maintain conformance with all aspects of clinical governance.2.7 Performs literature searches and summaries.

3 Training and Dissemination3.1 To undertake teaching, lecturing and training in various aspects of NM and PET, to various staff groups, such as clinical and other scientist and technologists at both undergraduate and postgraduate level3.2 Provide specialist training in NM and PET methods and instrumentation to other members of staff, for both internal and external visiting groups.3.3 Present the results of the work by writing articles for publication in scientific journals and presenting lectures at national and international scientific conferences.3.4 Assist consultant radiologists and other clinicians in the reporting and interpretation of scan results.3.5 Develop methods for, and undertake, the processing and analysis of NM and PET research studies.

4 ProfessionalMaintains scientific competence and State Registration as a Clinical Scientist, for which successful participation in a CPD scheme will be required. Maintain MPE status. Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour.

Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1 Methodology and InstrumentationTo characterise, evaluate and validate medical imaging equipment, and associated equipment using complex methods and systems in physics, engineering and mathematics. 1.1 Keeping up to date with the latest developments in the field of NM and PET and implementing those where appropriate in terms of policies and procedures.1.2 Develop an in-depth understanding of the set-up and optimisation of the configuration of the scanners and associated equipment.1.3 Critically review and evaluate and analyse complex quality assurance procedures and formal documentation to validate the use of the above equipment, extending the tests as and when necessary, in the context of formal validation procedures.1.4 Work with clinical technologists and others in developing and writing standard procedures for Nuclear Medicine and ensure that these are properly implemented.1.5 Ensure as part of the group that operations conform to legislative requirements covering the use of radioactive materials.1.6 Advising on diagnostic imaging and processing techniques, including practical assistance.1.7 Writing computer software for data analysis.1.8 Undertake imaging investigations on patients participating in research studies.1.9 Preparation of test objects, which may require prolonged concentration. 2 Research2.1 Design and conduct experiments to characterise NM and PET scanning equipment and associated instrumentation to improve upon current and introduce new imaging techniques.2.2 Develop and validate new items of advanced instrumentation, devising new protocols and procedures and proposes change where necessary.2.3 Develop complex methodological procedures for new investigations on patients in clinical research trials.2.4 Carry out advanced and complex mathematical calculations for data and image analysis techniques.2.5 Carry out radiation dosimetry and risk assessments for patient studies in research trial proposals.2.6 Prepares applications to Local Research Ethics Committee(s) and internal Trust R&D management in order to maintain conformance with all aspects of clinical governance.2.7 Performs literature searches and summaries. 3 Training and Dissemination3.1 To undertake teaching, lecturing and training in various aspects of NM and PET, to various staff groups, such as clinical and other scientist and technologists at both undergraduate and postgraduate level3.2 Provide specialist training in NM and PET methods and instrumentation to other members of staff, for both internal and external visiting groups.3.3 Present the results of the work by writing articles for publication in scientific journals and presenting lectures at national and international scientific conferences.3.4 Assist consultant radiologists and other clinicians in the reporting and interpretation of scan results.3.5 Develop methods for, and undertake, the processing and analysis of NM and PET research studies. 4 ProfessionalMaintains scientific competence and State Registration as a Clinical Scientist, for which successful participation in a CPD scheme will be required. Maintain MPE status. Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• An honours degree in physics.
• State registration as Clinical Scientist
• MPE status.

Desirable

• PhD in physics or related subject

Experience

Essential

• A track record in R&D in NM and/or PET methods.
• Specification and commissioning of new NM and/or PET imaging facilities.
• Radiation protection in NM and/or PET.
• Record of developing new imaging procedures and methods.
• Demonstration of capability for independent, self-motivated working.

Desirable

• Specification and commissioning of NM and/or PET-CT imaging facilities.
• A good track record in PET research, indicated by publications.
• A track record in initiating and developing PET research projects.

Skills

Essential

• Operation and calibration of NM and/or PET equipment.
• Ability to work safely, quickly, meticulously and accurately with good manipulation skills for handling radioactive isotopes
• Familiarity with information technology and related clinical systems (PACS, etc.).
• Computer programming for NM and/or PET analysis.
• Ability to take on experimental work in a methodological and rigorous manner.

Desirable

• Ability to programme in common language such as C or Python.
• Experience with specialist computer packages such as IDL or Matlab.
• Experience with Monte Carlo modelling especially as applied to NM and/or PET.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles of operation of NM and PET equipment.
• Knowledge of a range of NM and PET diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Principles of radiation protection and regulatory framework.
• Demonstrated awareness and knowledge of important areas of development in NM and PET-CT.

Desirable

• Knowledge of other medical imaging, diagnostic and therapeutic modalities, and their relationship and relative importance.

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• Personal skills for working directly with patients.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team.
• A flexible and adaptable attitude to working in a constantly evolving environment.
• Competence in lecturing and presenting research work.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential An honours degree in physics. State registration as Clinical Scientist MPE status. Desirable PhD in physics or related subject Experience Essential A track record in R&D in NM and/or PET methods. Specification and commissioning of new NM and/or PET imaging facilities. Radiation protection in NM and/or PET. Record of developing new imaging procedures and methods. Demonstration of capability for independent, self-motivated working. Desirable Specification and commissioning of NM and/or PET-CT imaging facilities. A good track record in PET research, indicated by publications. A track record in initiating and developing PET research projects. Skills Essential Operation and calibration of NM and/or PET equipment. Ability to work safely, quickly, meticulously and accurately with good manipulation skills for handling radioactive isotopes Familiarity with information technology and related clinical systems (PACS, etc.). Computer programming for NM and/or PET analysis. Ability to take on experimental work in a methodological and rigorous manner. Desirable Ability to programme in common language such as C or Python. Experience with specialist computer packages such as IDL or Matlab. Experience with Monte Carlo modelling especially as applied to NM and/or PET. Knowledge Essential Knowledge of the principles of operation of NM and PET equipment. Knowledge of a range of NM and PET diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Principles of radiation protection and regulatory framework. Demonstrated awareness and knowledge of important areas of development in NM and PET-CT. Desirable Knowledge of other medical imaging, diagnostic and therapeutic modalities, and their relationship and relative importance. Values Essential Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours Other Essential Personal skills for working directly with patients. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work within a team. A flexible and adaptable attitude to working in a constantly evolving environment. Competence in lecturing and presenting research work.

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

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UK Registration

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

Additional information 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). 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 Clinical Pet - D00037

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

CMPE Clinical Pet - D00037

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Senior Sister/Charge Nurse, Band 7

The post holder will be a clearly identifiable senior clinical staff member, and team leader. They will have significant clinical experience, provide sound clinical expertise to their team, and coordinate and deliver high quality care.

They will be a role model for expert clinical care, and lead on specific projects / management functions as delegated by the Matron or Lead nurse.

They will role model the identified Trust values at all times. They will be responsible for leading a team.

They will be activity involved in unit and trust activities and be aware of significant changes and developments in critical care.

The poster holder will be accountable for the operational management of the unit on a day-by-day basis ensuring a safe, effective, quality service is delivered to patients and their families.

Main duties of the job

They will be activity involved in unit and trust activities and be aware of significant changes and developments in critical care.

The poster holder will be accountable for the operational management of the unit on a day-by-day basis ensuring a safe, effective, quality service is delivered to patients and their families

Understand the Trust clinical governance framework, and participate in the promoting and safeguarding of high standards of care, through effective risk management & governance, and adherence to the Trust values

Ensure that the team promote, ensure and adhere to the Trust safeguarding polices

Undertake effective multi professionally work with colleagues to deliver care

Coordinate and manage nurse led clinics where appropriate

Coordinate specialist functions, including making clinical decisions where appropriate

Monitor quality of standards of care, in line with CQC requirements and Trust and Divisional objectives

Deliver and supervise a high quality patient experience

Work with manager to collect and disseminate data on quality indicators etc, in line with national and Trust objectives

Maintain a safe working environment, including ensuring equipment is safe, and used in line with Trust policy and values

Promote and maintain patient safety at all times, including proactively implementing falls and pressure ulcer prevention and safe medicine management

Lead role in the detection, management and prevention of safeguarding issues

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."

If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Job summary

Consultants in Critical Care (2 Posts)

Post 1: Consultant for Critical Care Medicine with Anaesthesia.

Post 2: Consultant for Critical Care Medicine with a special interest in Critical Care Outreach.

Rated overall as 'Good' in its 2019 CQC inspection and with a reputation as one of the safest Trusts in England, Whittington Health (WH), an Integrated Care Organisation in North London, is looking to recruit two Critical Care consultants. One with a joint appointment in anaesthesia and another as Critical Care stand alone with an interest in critical care outreach. PA split is within the job description for the roles.

Whittington Health NHS Trust is a main teaching hospital site for University College London Medical School. We are located at Archway, North London, close to both Highgate Village and Islington. The hospital serves a socio-economic community and culturally diverse population of some 500,000.

Full registration with the GMC and acceptance on the GMC Specialist Register are required and you should hold a CCT/CESR, or be within six months of obtaining it by the time of interview.

Important: In your application personal statement, you must clearly state which post you are applying for: Post 1 - Anaesthetics or Post 2 - Critical Care Outreach.

Interview date: 9th December 2026.

**Please note that as per our Trust processes you will be expected to make yourself available to attend a face to face interview if successfully short listed.**

Main duties of the job

Please see the full Job Description and the Person Specification for further details about the job role.

About us

Whittington Health serves a richly diverse population and works hard to ensure that all our services are fair and equally accessible to everyone. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the way we look after our staff. We aim to employ a workforce which is as representative as possible of this population, so we are open to the value of differences in age, disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, and religion or belief. The Trustbelieves that as a public sector organisation we have an obligation to have recruitment, training, promotion and other formal employment policies and procedures that are sensitive to these differences. We think that by doing so, we are better able to treat our patients as well as being a better place to work.

Job summary

Due to retirement, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a practice nurse to join our nursing team.

We are looking for a highly capable, organised, enthusiastic and motivated person. The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership to the nursing team, supporting the delivery of high quality, safe and effective patient care.

The successful candidate will lead the management of long-term conditions, screening programmes, oversee infection prevention and control standard and contribute to the ongoing development of nursing services within the practice. They will play a key role in supporting the nursing team and will help to develop their skills.

We would be keen for the successful candidate to have their prescribing qualification but this is not essential.

The role is part time, we are looking for 24 - 28 hours to be worked over 3 days. These hours are negotiable.

Main duties of the job

Main duties are as follow:

• Provide clinical leadership to the nursing team and support high quality delivery of patient care. Support nurses, nurse associates, healthcare assistants and student nurses through supervision and mentorship
• Act as the practice infection prevention and control lead, ensuring compliance with national and local standards
• Lead the management of patients with long term conditions, including Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, Heart Failure
• Deliver chronic disease reviews, child immunisations, vaccinations, cervical screening and health promotion activities
• Contribute to clinical audits and service development projects
• Support the practice QOF achievement

About us

Gainford Surgery is a well established GP surgery located between Barnard Castle and Darlington. Our surgery is proud to have received a 100% approval rating in the 2026 national GP patient survey, reflecting our commitment to high quality, patient centred care and a supportive working environment.

Our practice list size is approximately 3800 patients. We currently have 3 GP partners, 1 GP registrar, 1 Lead practice nurse, 1 practice nurse and 1 HCA.

We work within the Teesdale PCN and through the PCN we also benefit from working with pharmacists, first contact physiotherapists, mental health support workers (adult and children), nurse associates, care coordinators and social prescribers.

Job summary

Required to fill this replacement post within the Paediatric Respiratory Department at the Leeds General Infirmary. This is an 8.75PA substantive consultant post supporting the Paediatric Respiratory team (Dr Tim Lee, Dr Chris Edwards, Dr Alex Adams, Dr Emma Guy, Dr Evie Robson, Dr Laura Walker). You must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Paediatric Respiratory Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis, and Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia. It is desirable that the candidates have experience in bronchoscopy, sleep and long-term ventilation. The post will be based at Leeds Childrens Hospital. All of Leeds tertiary paediatric services take place in the Leeds Childrens Hospital, within Leeds General Infirmary in Leeds city centre which has excellent transport links. Since April 2010 the regional paediatric respiratory service has been based at a purpose-built outpatient facility within the Childrens Hospital. Leeds is also the nationally commissioned supra-regional centre for childrens Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) for the North of England.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant should possess MRCPCH (or equivalent) and should be included on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at the time of interview, if currently within a training programme within the UK. In accordance with the consultant appointment regulations, all other categories of doctors must be on the Specialist Register. Applicants should have established skills in all aspects of Paediatric Respiratory Medicine and its related specialties including bronchoscopy, sleep and long-term ventilation. A strong commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and a research interest is desirable. Consideration will be given to applicants who wish to work part time and those wishing to job share. There are over 270 paediatric inpatient beds, with a dedicated respiratory ward. Tertiary referrals are received in cystic fibrosis, respiratory paediatrics, oncology, haematology, PICU, neurology, gastroenterology, hepatology, nephrology, transplant (liver, renal BMT), paediatric intensive care, neonatology, cardiology, endocrinology, rheumatology, spinal surgery, paediatric and neonatal surgery. The service also has good links with the allergy, diabetes and paediatric ENT teams. We provide a Respiratory Service to a city population of 780,000, and a regional population of 3.8 million. The Leeds/Sheffield training program offers comprehensive training to fulfil the requirements of the Paediatric Respiratory Medicine grid training syllabus.

About us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

Job summary

We are looking to recruit to the post of Phlebotomist. You will work within our well established Nursing team.

Working under the direct supervision of the lead nurse and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the post-holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture to obtain blood samples from patients.

The ability to work as part of a team is essential. The successful candidate will be well organised, flexible, enthusiastic and committed to working in a Practice environment.

This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a fantastic team, Primary Care is constantly changing so there would be real opportunity to expand and broaden the role.

The days and hours are:

Monday, Tuesday and Friday - 7.30am - 1.30pm

Main duties of the job

Working under the direct supervision of the Lead Nurse and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the post-holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture to obtain blood samples from patients.

About us

We are a progressive, forward thinking, innovative and growing Practice, based in South Gloucestershire. Our practice is located equidistant between the vibrant, cultural and historic cities of Bristol and Bath. We are only 6 miles from the centres of these diverse cities, yet the beautiful countryside of South Gloucestershire is only 5 minutes away.

Our friendly, motivated and patient centred team is constantly expanding; the Practice currently has 4 GP Partners, a Managing Partner and 8 Associate GPs. Our list size of over 13,000 patients is growing rapidly. We actively encourage personal development; we offer flexibility on working days and hours, as well as an attractive remuneration package, with excellent terms and conditions.

Job summary

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital - Patient Access

3x Permanent & 2x Fixed Term (12 months)

We are searching for a high performing and enthusiastic individuals to fill Patient Administrator vacancies at the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, working in our busy Admin Department. If you thrive on a challenge and enjoy working in a very busy and demanding environment this could be the role for you.

The post holder will provide a comprehensive patient focused administrative service, on a day to day basis to a multi-disciplinary team based in the Patient Access team.

The successful candidate must be able to work autonomously and a a team member and be able to take a wide range of administrative duties.

As a team player they will need to be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, be organised , adaptable and flexible show empathy and concern for others.

Working Monday-Friday between 8am-6pm

Main duties of the job

The post holder will contribute to the delivery of high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare to patients by providing an administrative service focused on the patient and their individual needs. The Patient Administrator will provide effective and efficient administrative support to a team liaising with patients, doctors and other healthcare professionals. The staff member will work consistently to provide high quality customer service and will be professional at all times.

The post holder will be required to work inoneof the following areas as indicated in the Job Advert providing cross cover where necessary:

• Clinical Offices
• A&E
• Main reception
• Central Outpatient Booking Team
• Clinical Imaging
• Wards
• Endoscopy

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Job summary

Occupational Therapist -Acute Inpatient - Respiratory Medicine/ICU

West Middlesex University Hospital

Fast forward your career by joining our Respiratory Medicine/Critical Care therapy team. Our Trust provides services from both Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital. We are one of the best performing trusts in London for A&E waiting times, and our mortality rates are some of the best in the country.

Whether you are a new Band 6 looking for a new challenge, or a Band 5 considering the next steps in your career, this is an ideal opportunity. Even if you feel you are not quite ready, we would look to support you and develop you to being a confident band 6 therapist. You will ideally have a broad range of clinical experience at Band 5 level or equivalent junior level.

There is a possibility the job will close early when we reach adequate number of applicants - please be sure to submit your application asap to avoid disappointment.

Main duties of the job

Job Summary

The post holder will be based with the inpatient respiratory medicine team at West Middlesex Hospital covering inpatient medical and surgical wards across the hospital.

The post holder will develop advanced assessment and intervention skills, support multi-disciplinary working, provide leadership to the therapy team and clinical areas, and supervise junior members of staff and student.

The post holder will be involved in service development, audit and research activities, and teaching and education.

The post holder will actively participate in the weekend rotas. The post holder will be required to work a minimum of one weekend shift in every four weekends. Some teams are now also providing extended hours working that will include evening working.

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Job summary

Band 2, Assistant Patient Administrator - Maternity and Ante natal

West Middlesex University Hospital, Isleworth

We are looking for a friendly, self-motivated and confident person who has experience of providing a high level standard of customer care. The post holder will provide a comprehensive patient focused reception and Adminservice working in our Maternity and Ante natal department.

If you enjoy working in a very busy and demanding environment this could be your opportunity to make a real difference to the service that we provide to our local community, always keeping the patient at the centre of everything that we do.

The successful candidate must have previous reception experience and have excellent communication and customer service skills.

Working Hours are on rotation, 8am-8pm Monday -Sunday(including weekends and bank holidays)Please note: We may close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment

Previous applicants need not apply

Main duties of the job

The post holder will contribute to the delivery of high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare to patients by supporting and welcoming patients into services in a way that meets their individual needs. The Assistant Patient Administrator will also provide administrative support to a team liaising between patients, doctors, practitioners and other healthcare professionals. The staff member will work consistently to provide high quality customer service and will be professional at all times. The post holder will be required to work in one of the following areas, providing cross cover wherenecessary:

• Maternity Reception areas
• Maternity and Ante Natal back offices

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Locum Consultant Dermatologist at Whittington Health NHS Trust. This is a fixed term post comprising of 8 programmed activities at Whittington Hospital with clinics in paediatric dermatology, general dermatology, skin cancer screening, dermatological surgery, with the opportunity to substitute a programmed activity for teledermatology (adult/paediatric) depending on service need.

The department of Dermatology is a core service within the Integrated Clinical Service Unit of Surgery & Cancer (ICSU). It serves the populations of Haringey, Islington and Camden directly, and receives referrals from across London through the NHS Choose and Book service. It manages approximately 10,000 patient attendances annually.

Main duties of the job

Please see the full Job Description and the Person Specification for further details about the job role.

About us

Whittington Health serves a richly diverse population and works hard to ensure that all our services are fair and equally accessible to everyone. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the way we look after our staff. We aim to employ a workforce which is as representative as possible of this population, so we are open to the value of differences in age, disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, and religion or belief. The Trust believes that as a public sector organisation we have an obligation to have recruitment, training, promotion and other formal employment policies and procedures that are sensitive to these differences. We think that by doing so, we are better able to treat our patients as well as being a better place to work.

Job summary

The main purpose of the MDT Co-ordinator role is to support the clinical team and patient pathways at the Cancer MDT Meeting to ensure that the Trust meets the requirements of the national Cancer Waiting Time Standards. This will involve collecting data from a variety of sources and entering the data items into the Trust's cancer database Somerset. The post holder will need excellent organisational and communication skills and a good attention for detail to be successful in the role.

This role is primarily based at West Middlesex Hospital, with cross-site working at Chelsea & Westminster hospital as/when required

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be supporting the cross cover of all tumour sites with dedicated time to support the Gynaecology MDT meetings where required.

They will work with the clinical teams and liaise closely with their band 4 tracker to ensure all patients receive the upmost care. The post holder will ensure that all patients progress through their pathway post MDT, ensuring all treatment plans and next steps are in place or escalated. The aim of an MDTC is to provide the highest quality of care to patients and ensure they are being processed effectively and efficiently through the cancer pathway.

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is proud to be one of the top performing and safest trusts in England.

We have two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital, plus our award-winning clinics across North West London and beyond.

Our PROUD values demonstrate to staff, patients and the public the standards of care and experience they should expect from our services:

Putting patients first

Responsive to patients and staff

Open and honest

Unfailingly kind

Determined to develop