Job description

Job responsibilities

Main purpose of the role:

1. To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team to support the discharge process and identifypatients to fill Hub beds.2. Assist in the process of assessing and making appropriate and timely discharge plans for patientsensuring that all relevant information and assessments are continued upon transfer from acutebeds to Hub beds.3. Effectively communicate information to patients, relatives, carers and all members of themultidisciplinary team.4. Encourage the patients family and friends to be actively involved in the discharge process.5. To liaise with other providers in ensuring that discharge plans for patients in acute and Hubbeds are proactively managed and supported through on going discharge planning process.6. In the case of Hub beds, to work alongside an out of hospital MDT in ensuring that patientsindependence is maximised and that plans for discharge are continued.7. To be a point of contact alongside a registered nurse for designated wards and Hub beds inproviding advice and support, liaising with clinical teams as required.8. To record and input patient data and information onto multiple IT systems.9. Work under the direction of the Senior Nurse Teams to ensure discharges are prioritised on aday to day basis.10. Plan and provide programmes of therapeutic activity for patients, within the framework laiddown by the OT and Physiotherapist.11. Implement and evaluate basic O.T. interventions for patients in activities relating to theirtreatment programme.

Please see Job Description attached.

Person Specification

Shortlist Offline

Essential

• add "2" for interview, "0" for rejected

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe

Headley Way

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Assistant Patient Pathway Administrator provides comprehensive administrative support to ensure the efficient running of patient pathways and outpatient services. Key responsibilities include booking follow-up appointments, maintaining accurate RTT status, preparing and tracking patient records using EPR systems, and managing correspondence and clinic documentation. The role involves responding to patient and staff enquiries professionally, supporting clinic processes such as patient check-in/out, and ensuring activity is recorded accurately. The post holder also provides cross-cover during absences or peak workload periods, contributing to service continuity, high data quality standards, and an effective, patient-centred administrative service.

Person Specification

Previous experience and personal attributes

Essential

• MS Office and applications (including Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Previous Administration Experience
• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths, Grades A-C
• Excellent customer care and communication skills

Desirable

• EPR Experience

Shortlisting criteria

Essential

• Ability to adapt communication style as required

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headley Way

Oxford

OX3 9DE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate requests from patients and clinical staff to book appointments into Inform and other systems at times appropriate to individual patient request, clinical priority and procedure using a knowledge of clinical procedures and booking systems to resolve appointment arrangement conflicts and minimise patient journeys.
• Maintain high levels of customer service at all times delivering compassionate excellence.
• Provide appropriate information and instructions to patients and carers and healthcare staff regarding a range of sexual health department procedures.
• Enter relevant clinical and demographic information into clinical database system (Inform) or other PC based systems (e.g. Microsoft Access/Excel).
• Arrange patient transport/translators where appropriate in line with Trust protocol.
• Take part in the covering of reception area welcoming patients and ensuring they are checked in and out of clinic in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ensure that all appointments are checked in and out and that appropriate coding is completed to ensure Trust income is secured.
• Ensure patient clinic lists are checked prior to the start of clinic
• Assist in audit note retrieval. Book and return of notes to records
• Contribute to the development, maintenance and implementation of local policies and operating procedures.
• As necessary and appropriate, demonstrate skills to new and junior administrative and clerical staff.
• Assist with the maintenance of stock control for stationery and other relevant consumables used in the department.
• Contribute to and assist with general ad hoc office management procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient information.
• Promote and maintain personal and team development.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSEs grade C or above or equivalent

Desirable

• ECDL either taken or working towards

Experience and Skills

Essential

• Up to date experience of using Microsoft programmes

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Interpersonal Skills / Communication Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Desirable

• Evidence of interacting with a wide range of people

Specific aptitude and abilities

Essential

• Able to work independently and as a member of a team
• Flexible approach to teamwork and working hours
• Able to travel to different clinics

Desirable

• Evidence of team working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Churchill Hospital

Old Road, Headington

Oxford

OX3 7LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

To work as part of a team of Oncology, Haematology and Elective Surgery Specialist Dietitians and Macmillan Dietetic Support Workers, and as an integral member of multiple tumour-site specific multidisciplinary teams to ensure a holistic approach to patient care. This involves attending oncology team meetings, dietetic department meetings and liaising with Oncologists, Specialist Nurses, Radiographers, Allied Health Professionals, Dietetic colleagues, Dietetic Assistants and GPs regarding dietetic and nutritional support for Oncology patients in order to optimise nutritional status during treatment.

Organise own workload, prioritising and balancing patient-related and professional demands and contributing to the effectiveness of the oncology team.

To assess and prioritise referrals made by members of the multidisciplinary team

To review how the dietetic service is provided along the patient pathway, in order to provide an effective use of time and resources.

Obtain and analyse relevant information from different sources including: electronic patient records, the client, staff and/or carers, in order to make a comprehensive assessment of the patients diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plans so that a decision on the most appropriate dietetic treatment to support this can be made in the short and long term.

Interpret and monitor biochemical data generally and specifically in relation to patients receiving cancer treatment.

Assess patients nutritional status by weight history, fluid balance, nutritional intake, stool output, vomiting and physical signs of deficiency.

Estimate nutritional requirements using specific assessment tools and calculations. To remain up to date with the literature and ensure that this is an evidence based process and clinically relevant to oncology patients.

Formulate individualised patient care plans, artificial feeding regimens, taking into consideration factors which may affect requirements or help/hinder provision of nutrition support such as: prescribed drugs, biochemical derangements, fluid balance etc. Within the care plan this could include modified-texture diets, oral nutritional supplements and enteral tube feeds.

Evaluate the effectiveness of nutritional goals and modify these goals and care plans as necessary based on ongoing analysis, assessment of information available and changing patient needs.

Address and monitor their changing nutritional needs over the course of their disease and advise other members of the multidisciplinary team.

Modify dietary advice according to biochemistry, lifestyle, treatment undertaken, drugs and associated medical conditions adding to complexity of dietetic management.

Use communication techniques i.e. behavioural change and motivational interviewing to work with the patient to adapt their diet.

Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, carers and other health professionals. Skills of persuasion, motivation, explanation and gaining consent may be used in a wide variety of different, sometimes sensitive, situations. It is important to be able to communicate complex information at an appropriate level. Barriers to communication may be evident e.g. loss of sight, loss of hearing, lack of English, both written and spoken, requiring the use of translators.

Deal with patients with chronic conditions and those with poor outcomes/terminal conditions.

To be sensitive to the religious and ethnic needs of patients' dietary requirements.

To be actively involved with the development of evidence based, trust-wide guidelines - to be a resource to other dietitians as a specialist surgical practitioner, writing and compiling diet sheets, protocols and advice.

To provide specialist training and supervision of dietetic colleagues and students using skills of reflective practice.

To cover for other dietitians when sickness or leave necessitates.

Any other duties that may from time to time be allocated by the Team Leader and Acute Dietetic Service Manager

PROFESSIONAL

Be accountable for own actions within the professional, ethical and legal framework for dietetics set out in the Health and Care Profession Councils code of practice for Dietitians and the British Dietetic Associations professional standards for Dietitians.

To take responsibility for own continuing professional development and providing evidence for this by maintaining a CPD portfolio. CPD involves critical evaluation of scientific papers, attending professional development meetings, working as a reflective practitioner and attending relevant internal/external courses.

Participate in annual appraisal, identifying own developmental and training needs and setting personal developmental objectives.

To participate in departmental audits and initiate audit within own work area in order to monitor and evaluate whether local/national/international standards are being met and make recommendations for change. To be involved with the planning of departmental clinical effectiveness and audit strategies.

Actively contribute to the dietetic student training program, facilitating the development of skills and knowledge, being involved in the assessment process and acting as a mentor to students.

To provide specialist advice, teaching and training to dietetic colleagues, students or members of the multidisciplinary team, regarding the nutritional management of patients, particularly with respect to OG surgical procedures.

To have a detailed understanding of different surgical procedures and systemic anticancer treatments and their side effects.

To take the lead on corporate departmental projects.

ORGANISATIONAL

To determine priorities for own work area based on clinical need and balance patient caseload with professional demands.

To collect data as required by the department, trust and outside agencies.

To maintain accurate and up to date documentation of patient interventions on electronic records. To communicate dietetic interventions to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team by documentation within nursing/medical notes or by means of generating a letter/report.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration as a Dietitian with HCPC
• BSc (Hons) Nutrition / Dietetics degree or post graduate diploma or equivalent
• Evidence of a range of CPD activities

Desirable

• Completion of relevant post registration clinical courses (e.g. PENG, clinical supervisory skills, behavioural change).
• Member of BDA & relevant BDA Interest Group

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge, skills and experience of a wide range of clinical areas
• Range of experience of nutrition support, including managing patients requiring artificial nutritional
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of teaching and training.

Desirable

• Experience of Oesophagogastric Surgery
• Experience of service development, research or audit

Behavioural Skills

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously & as part of a team.
• Able to set priorities and manage own time.
• Adaptable and flexible.

Technical Skills

Essential

• IT skills (e.g. experience of working with electronic patient records, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office 365, preparation of audit reports and presentations, internet use)

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Churchill Hospital

Old Road

Headington, Oxford

OX3 7LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for more details.

We encourage interested candidates to arrange an informal visit to find out more about the Registered Nurse Associate role within Paediatric Critical Care, and would be particularly interested to hear from those with experience in Paediatric, Intensive Care and Emergency settings.

Person Specification

Education, Knowledge, Training and Experience

Essential

• Registered Nursing Associate on Nursing and Midwifery register
• Evidence of the nursing associate qualification (higher apprenticeship and /or a relevant Foundation Degree programme)
• Care certificate completion

Desirable

• Previous experience in a Critical Care, Children's or Emergency department environment.

Clinical Practice

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Evidence of working in multi-disciplinary teams under appropriate supervision

Planning and Organisation

Essential

• Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety.
• Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise own workload

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headley Way

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we can offer you:We are a dynamic unit aiming to provide a service tailored to the individuals needs as well as ensuring our staff are supported through regular clinical supervision, educational programs and on-going professional development. The ward actively supports nurse-led activities, offering opportunities for professional and personal development.

Our focus is always to provide the best possible patient care and our values reflect those of the Trust: Compassion, Delivery, Excellence, Learning, Respect and Improvement.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative nurse keen to develop managerial skills with the ability to problem solve, demonstrate leadership, and be motivated to support the ward sister, as well as role modelling and supporting junior team members and students.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• Able to demonstrate the ability to put patients at the heart of what you do and recognising different needs by encouraging a spirit of support, integrity, respect and teamwork.
• Able to proactively support colleagues in the delivery of care commensurate with Trust values and behaviours.
• Demonstrates ability to manage, direct and evaluate the nursing care for a defined caseload of patients.

Desirable

• Leadership and Management
• Previous experience of managing clinical incidents and complaints.

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital oxford

Headington

OXFORD

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached.

Please do not hesitate to contact us to organise an informal visit or if you have any questions about this role.

Person Specification

Education, Training, Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• UK Health related recognised Degree, relevant to post
• Evidence of ongoing professional development through maintenance of NMC revalidation
• Appropriate period of post-registration acute nursing experience
• Evidence of specialist knowledge appropriate to the clinical area or practice development and education
• Familiar with and able to effectively use common office software suites (e.g. MS Office)
• Evidence of experience and qualifications in supervising and assessing colleagues and learners
• Evidence of study at level 7

Clinical Practice

Essential

• Experience of working within Emergency Medicine

Desirable

• Minimum 3 years experience in a Emergency Department
• Currently working in Band 6 Role

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Demonstrates the ability to put patients at the heart of what they do and meet differing needs by fostering a spirit of support, integrity, respect and teamwork
• Shows pride in the quality of care they provide for patients and provides evidence of learning from both successes and setbacks
• Able to identify high standards of health care and demonstrate the proven capacity to champion change and innovation that delivers these high standards
• Evidences the ability to proactively support and develop colleagues in the delivery of care commensurate with Trust values and behaviours
• Able to identify the role of education in fulfilling these values and demonstrates a passion for education in this context

Clinical Practice

Essential

• Articulate and knowledgeable regarding skills needed to deliver a high standard of care in the area of practice
• Able to work under own initiative within boundaries of role and identify when to appropriately escalate/seek assistance
• Demonstrates ability to work as part of a team
• Able to document observations, results, decisions and actions etc. accurately, and effectively communicate these to appropriate members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Able to proactively contribute to the education of learners and non-registered and less experienced staff

Leadership and Management

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate
• Demonstrates ability to maintain and contribute to the development of standards of practice, conduct or decision making in conjunction with team leaders/ward manager/unit co-ordinator
• Acts as a role model and able to lead by example to ensure the Trust's values and behaviours are reinforced throughout their area of practice
• Able to supervise non-registered and registered colleagues to ensure effective care delivery
• Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety
• Evidence of ability to delegate to and manage colleagues
• Able to balance competing priorities within their workload

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headley Way

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

The postholder will be responsible for providing specialist clinical pharmacy services to Clinical Immunology across Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and supporting regional immunoglobulin commissioning and governance activities. The role will work closely with Clinical Immunology clinicians, the Medicines Effectiveness Team, NHS England and the Thames Valley regional immunology network to ensure the safe, effective and cost-effective use of specialist medicines.

Please see attached Job Description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degree or equivalent.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent).
• Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS).
• MSc in Clinical Pharmacy
• Independent / Non-Medical Prescribing qualification.
• Accredited Diploma Tutor status.

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headley Way

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you ready to advance your career in radiography? Join the dynamic team at OUH and make a difference in patient care.

In this role, you will work as a general radiographer, gaining experience in diverse settings such as:

• Inpatients and outpatients

• Theatre

• Fluoroscopy

• Emergency Department rotations

Your Next Step:

Apply now and start your journey with OUHwhere your career meets endless possibilities!

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or DCR radiography
• Registration with HCPC

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD
• Additional post-graduate training or short courses

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable efficient communication, and patient service skills
• Demonstrable time management skills and ability to work within deadlines
• Evidence of analytical and problem solving ability
• Understanding of IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR 17.

Desirable

• Experience working in NHS
• Experience in specialised areas

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headley Way

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB PROFILE

As a member of the theatre team you will contribute by:

• Ensuring all areas within the suite are clean, tidy and that adequate stock levels are maintained
• Cleaning, preparation and positioning of theatre equipment, furniture and operating lights according to theatre schedules and local policy
• Checking, connecting, preparing and providing equipment and supplies to registered theatre personnel during patients peri-operative stay
• Supporting registered theatre personnel by opening packs in a sterile fashion and manoeuvring equipment as required

• Assisting with the moving and positioning of the conscious and unconscious patients in preparation for surgery and/or treatment, ensuring that any intravenous infusions, drains or catheters are appropriately positioned.

• Supporting and re-assuring patients during local anaesthetic procedures
• Completing all relevant documentation including patient notes/EPR, TIMS, Theatre registers and care plans

• Remove clinical waste, linen and sharps within theatres and prepare for collection, being aware of local health and safety policies and procedures.

• Clean theatres, recovery and corridors as required daily, observing the Trust Infection Control Policy and take special precautions where required. Ensure changing rooms are kept tidy.

• Participate in additional weekly cleaning programme to ensure the required standards of cleanliness following infection control guidelines are maintained in the department.

• Clean and check theatre patient trolleys daily and between cases.

• Complete daily checks of transport and patient trolley Oxygen cylinders and replace as required.

• Maintain a stock of medical gas cylinders, returning empty cylinders to the store as agreed locally.

• If required maintain stocks Theatre Scrubs as required and ensure stocks are counted daily to facilitate reordering.

• Report immediately to a senior member of staff any incidents, accidents or complaints involving patients, staff or visitors, and take any necessary action as instructed.

• To perform other duties as directed by Senior Nurses and Theatre Manager.

• To assist with the transfer of patients from the acute care area to the anaesthetic room/theatres/recovery room, including x-ray department on all hospital sites according to local policy.

• Clean and maintain specialised equipment, reporting any faults to the appropriate personnel.

• Assist the multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of high quality care to patients throughout their peri-operative experience, ensuring at all times that utmost regard is given to patient dignity, safety, values, individuality, religion and confidentiality. To be aware of and comply with the Data Protection Act 1998.

• Where required participate in the on call rota for emergency surgery contributing to 24-hour cover for the departments.

• If required be responsible for the care and transportation of specimens to the Pathology Department.
• If required Transport blood and blood products to and from the blood bank following local policies and procedures.
• If required transport cadavers from theatre to the mortuary in a sensitive and appropriate manner

Maintaining Safety

• To undertake annual training including update in Basic Life Support, Manual Handling and Fire prevention
• To be aware of and adhere to Health and Safety and Infection Control policies and risk assessments carried out within the department, including those specific to the specific clinical area.
• To report all accidents, incidents and areas of concern to senior staff ensuring relevant documentation is completed
• To have knowledge of the procedure for calling for emergency assistance following cardiac arrest or patient emergency.
• To ensure all faulty equipment is taken out of service, cleaned appropriately, labelled correctly and sent for repair.

• Ensure all equipment is cleaned correctly (according to hospital policy) and stored appropriately. To assist in maintaining a safe working environment for patients, visitors and colleagues

Communication

• To establish and maintain good relationships with patients, relatives and colleagues through effective verbal and nonverbal communication.

• Contribute towards the creation of a welcoming and safe atmosphere for patients and visitors to the department.

• To assist in promoting and maintaining good communication between all members of the theatre team

• To be familiar with the concept of team working, be involved in team discussions, meetings and project developments

• To answer telephone calls, accurately relaying messages to other members of the multi-disciplinary team promptly and accurately

• To be aware of the roles within the team the structure of the unit and its relationship within the organisation

Education

• Complete your departmental competencies and hour logs in a timely manner in line with departmental guidelines

• To help orientate and act as co-mentor for new health care assistants and other staff
• To utilise educational resources available in Theatres, in the Trust and from other sources to identify and develop areas of knowledge and skills for own personal and professional development.

Person Specification

Interview

Essential

• refer to JD

Desirable

• theatre experince
• Health Care experience
• computer literate

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Horton Hospital

Oxford Road

Banbury

OX16 9AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The postholders duties will be primarily atthe John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford but their presence may from time to time be required in other parts of the Trust, such as the Nuffield Orthopaedic Hospital in Banbury. In addition to gaining experience in managing common medical retina conditions such as AMD and retinal vascular disorders, the fellowship includes sub-specialty training in inherited retinal diseases, uveitis, and other rare retinal diseases

Indicative weekly timetable

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Morning

Administration

AMD MDT then

Uveitis Clinic

Uveitis Clinic

Paediatric Inflammation clinic

0845-

(Neuroophthalmology)

AMD clinic or Neuroophthalmology

1230 pm

1.30-

Regional post

Week 3 Adolescent

Uveitis clinic

Eye Emergency

5.30

grad Teaching

Specialist Retina or ( Administration)

Paediatric inflammation clinic

Week 1

Uveitis virtual weeks 2, 4, 5Administration on alternating weeks 1.3

Nuffield

Orthopaedic Centre

And Neuroophthalmology 1,2,4 & 5

Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

• GMC - Registered with a Licence to Practice
• Medical degree
• General training in ophthalmology to specialist level or equivalent with medical retina experience

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to conduct clinical and operative care in ophthalmology
• Demonstrate special expertise in the areas of sub-specialty of medical retina
• Higher specialist training in ophthalmology or equivalent
• Experience of teaching undergraduates and trainees
• Experience of routine clinical audit

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to organise and manage clinical workload
• To undertake effectively the role of clinical fellow in a large teaching hospital.
• Ability to communicate effectively through good verbal and written skills
• Evidence of ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels skills should be highly developed.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Transport

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe

Headington

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Your role will involve the following:

Inpatient care

o Providing medical management for all ENT patients at the John Radcliffe hospital

Emergency ENT service

o Including 1 in 8 on-call covering the ENT SHO bleep, managing referrals internally (from A&E and other wards) and externally (from primary care and referring hospitals)

o Assessing and managing patients on the GP Referral Unit (acute ENT referrals)

Outpatient care

o Nasal fracture clinic

o General ENT clinics 2 per week

o Specialist rhinology clinic 1 per week (One stop Sinusitis / Transcranial Trauma/Combined Airway Clinic

Theatres

o 2 all day lists per week in rhinology with the opportunity to attend joint cases at other times with ophthalmology/plastics/neurosurgery. These will be shared with the SpR and it is expected that the fellow will do some teaching.

In addition, there will be opportunities to be involved in the following for educational and training purposes:

Departmental teaching sessions

Clinical Governance meetings

Audit, Research and Quality Improvement

There is plenty of support to participate in projects within the department.

INDICATIVE TIMETABLE

Shift

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thur

Fri

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Clinic/Theatre

Theatre

Clinic

Admin/Research

Clinic/Theatre (alt weeks)

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Clinic/Theatre

Theatre

Skull Base MDT

Clinic

Clinic/Theatre (alt weeks)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC with licence to practice
• MRCS ENT/DOHNS

Experience

Essential

• Completed at least ST 6 or equivalent higher surgical training in Otolaryngology

Skills

Essential

• Excellent leadership skills
• Competent in uncomplicated FESS/Septal Surgery
• Managing ENT emergencies e.g. tracheostomy, neck wounds, epistaxis
• Teaching ability Basic Surgical techniques
• Evidence of audit & research publications in surgery

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

JOHN RADCLIFFE

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Managerial To have knowledge of managerial processes within the Trust and to have good awareness of Trust policies and how they relate to staffand service of the department. Furthermore, to use this knowledge for the benefit of the clinical and scientific service. To investigate where current processes and/or policies can be changed in order to improve service provision to patients and users. Topropose and develop changes to practice in order to improve these issues. To liaise with Biomedical Scientists in order to implement developments and changes in aspects of the service as delegated by theHead of the Department. To liaise with the Consultant Clinical Scientist and the Head of the Department in order to ensure that the referral of specimens to otherlaboratories meets the clinical needs and is cost-effective. To be accountable for the quality and cost-effectiveness of this service,provide supervision and undertake audit. To liaise with senior members of staff to ensure that highly complex analytical services related to chromatographic techniques and massspectrometry, are of the highest quality and timely. To attend and actively contribute to departmental meetings related to management, quality management and clinical policymanagement. To be accountable for the quality of designated clinical research and trials for which the Department is undertaking commissionedanalytical work, and to coordinate and implement such work. To ensure that all clinical incidents and complaints are properly recorded and reported to one of the Consultants or to the LaboratoryManager. To ensure that such incidents are properly investigated, and appropriate action is taken to ensure an improvement of theservice in line with the Trust policies, procedures and national guidelines.Scientific To assist the Consultant Biochemist in providing an effective scientific service in the Department of Clinical Biochemistry, includingcontributing to the quality of the service and the requirements of UKAS. To regularly participate in and coordinate the development of new methods, to implement them, and to act as necessary to maintain theperformance of these methods in routine use. To liaise and collaborate with other laboratory staff to provide as high a standard of service as is reasonably possible. To provide highly skilled technical services across all analytical sections of the department, including analysis of routine blood, urineand other fluid samples. To attend the Departments Quality Meetings and carry out delegated and designated duties to ensure the quality of the results and theservice. To take an active role in ensuring the quality service. Within the postholders sphere of competence, to coordinate, implement, and analyse specimens from clinico-scientific studies forwhich the Department is undertaking commissioned analytical work.Clinical To assist Consultant Chemical Pathologists and Consultant Clinical Scientist in the provision of a routine and emergency analytical,interpretative, diagnostic and consultancy service to clinicians with the Trust and its partner hospitals and in General Practice, and inthe planning of service as directed. To participate in the Duty Clinical Biochemist rota for clinical review of reports. The duties include: Being the point of contact for clinical queries to the Department from the Trust clinicians, GPs, and other users of the service Providing advice to the Trust clinicians and GPs on the selection of clinically relevant tests in order to facilitate the diagnosis, treatment,monitoring and understanding of disease. Interpretation of results on a case-by-case basis, considering the clinical context, previous test results, current analytical performanceand other confusing factors such as drug treatments and co-existing disease states Using judgement to seek advice from the Consultants in the Department on difficult cases and queries, and conveying the obtainedadvice to the clinicians involved in the care of patients. Bringing to the attention of the Trust clinicians, GPs and midwives those results which suggest a need for an urgent medicalintervention. Highlighting where there may be a conflict between test results and the initial clinical impressions. Initiating further necessary investigations Liaising with the laboratory staff for the investigation of cases where a less-than-ideal analytical performance is suspected, andsuggesting means to remedy any problem. Dealing with any ad hoc clinical query raised by service users, Departmental staff, outside agencies, patients or their carers. To attend the weekly Departmental Clinical meetings. Occasional attendance at relevant clinics, as deemed necessary by the Consultant Biochemist for learning and education. To undertake such relevant duties of an appropriate nature as may be described by the Head of the Department.Professional To adhere to the department health and safety policy. To regularly carry out the appropriate risk assessments in line with the Trusts Clinical Governance Policy. To assist with the writing and updating of departmental policies and standard operating procedures in areas of expertise. To actively maintain the necessary requirements for State Registration and membership of the Health Professions Council.Research and Development To coordinate and implement research and development projects in line with the Departments service and as appropriate to the HealthServices requirements, as agreed with the Consultant Clinical Biochemists or the Head of the Department. To assist the Consultant Chemical Pathologists and Consultant Clinical Biochemist in performing clinical audit projects, both within theDepartment of Clinical Biochemistry and with outside users of the service. To present the results of research and development activities at local and national forums, and publish the research data in peerreviewed journals.Training To assist the Consultant Clinical Biochemist in training the Pre Registration Clinical Biochemists. To take part in teaching programmes organised by the department for the training of Biomedical Scientists and other undergraduate andpostgraduate staff both within and outside the Department of Clinical Biochemistry. To attend formal local, national and international scientific and clinical meetings, as deemed appropriate by Consultant Clinical Scientist,for the furtherance of the post-holders and the departments expertise and to be actively engaged in the dissemination of scientificknowledge. To actively pursue further higher professional qualifications (FRCPath) with the support and encouragement of the department and toparticipate in appropriate activities for personal development, appraisal and registration.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC Registration and appropriate masters level qualification or equivalent
• Completion of STP or equivalent in Clinical Biochemistry

Desirable

• PhD in appropriate scientific field

Laboratory Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• A good knowledge of Clinical Biochemistry and specialist knowledge of advanced analytical techniques

Desirable

• Experience of Mass Spec method development
• Experience of neurological marker analysis
• Experience of DNA extraction techniques
• Experience of publishing research papers in Clinical Biochemistry

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headley Way, Headington

Oxford

OX3 9AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holders duties will be primarily at the John Radcliffe Hospital although occasional contribution to clinics and inpatient care may be required at the Churchill hospital.

The post-holder will participate in the services inpatient and outpatient activities i.e. experience in operating theatre, regular MDTs and outpatient clinics and postoperative rounds. The post-holder will be expected to participate in the in-service training and teaching; training agreements will be made at the beginning of the appointment.

The post-holder will participate in the full-shift cardiothoracic registrar on-call rota (currently 1:8 resident on-call), dealing with all cardiothoracic referrals and covering the Cardiothoracic Critical Care Unit on a full shift rota.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Full Licence to Practice
• MRCS or equivalent qualification
• Completion of Core Surgical Training or equivalent

Desirable

• 6 months training at registrar level in cardiothoracic surgery

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of achievement of ST2 competencies relevant to cardiothoracic surgery.
• Experience sufficient to competently assist in cardiothoracic operations
• Experience sufficient to manage emergency cardiothoracic referrals

Desirable

• CALS qualification
• Experience of managing/ performing emergency
• performing emergency sternal reopening

Skills

Essential

• Experience in chest drains, sternotomy, thoracotomy, conduit harvest and surgical assisting
• Sufficient leadership, organisational, and professional skills to undertake effectively this role
• Good interpersonal skills and experience of collaborating with multidisciplinary colleagues
• Sufficient spoken and written English to effectively discuss referrals over the telephone and in person

Desirable

• Knowledge of the organisation of the NHS and how care is delivered within it
• Computing skills: ability to use electronic patient records
• Validated logbook demonstrating general surgical, cardiac or thoracic experience

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe

Headley Way

Headington, Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post has responsibilities between trauma and limb reconstruction. The John Radcliffe Trauma Service provides a consultant based care for the local population of Oxfordshire and Thames Valley Major Trauma Network. The new appointee will form part of a team, managing patients with Musculo-skeletal trauma. The limb reconstruction service is based at the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre and specialises in the management of non-union, bone infection, post-traumatic deformities and sees in excess of 2,000 patients annually.

The appointee will have individual consultant responsibilities, but these will be performed within a team environment, which provides excellent opportunities for further personal and professional development.

The post would be suitable for a fully trained Orthopaedic surgeon, with relevant experience from the UK or abroad, who wishes to practice and develop their skills in the management of Musculo-skeletal trauma and limb reconstruction, with a strong focus on the management of bone infection and fracture related infection. It is desirable that the candidate can demonstrate fellowship level training in major Orthopaedic trauma, and limb reconstruction surgery, with experience in managing bone infection.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC with licence to practice
• FRCS (Tr & Orth) or equivalent overseas qualification
• CCT in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery; OR Registration on GMC Specialist Register in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery

Experience

Essential

• To specialist level or equivalent (6 years)
• 6-12 months as Clinical Fellow or equivalent in a Major Trauma / Level 1 Centre
• 6-12 months experience as a Clinical Fellow or equivalent in Limb Reconstruction

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent leadership skills. Evidence of ability to lead a clinical team at the level of a consultant in a teaching hospital
• Effective administrative and time management skills. Training in clinical management
• Experience of formal and informal contributions to teaching and training of undergraduates and trainees.
• Good spoken and written English. Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills to undertake effectively the role of consultant in a large teaching hospital
• Knowledge of the organisation of the NHS and the Government's agenda for its modernisation
• Evidence of effective and sustained contribution to clinical governance, clinical risk management and clinical audit activities

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

NOC & John Radcliffe

OXFORD

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role will involve work with PET/CT and Nuclear Medicine across the OUH Trust, and will include weekend working on a rotational basis

The PET/CT Service is within the Cancer and Haematology Centre, opened in 2009. Primarily, we provide imaging services across the specialities found on site: Oncology, Radiotherapy, Breast, Renal, Urology, Transplantation, Chest Medicine, upper and lower GI, Head and Neck, Haematology and Infectious Diseases.

The PET/CT department provide imaging services to a large catchment area across the south of England, the NM department as well as providing a wide variety of diagnostic service also provide a therapy service in collaboration with the oncology and medical physics teams.

Imaging services on site includes 2 GE PET/CT scanners, A New Digital PET/CT scanner has been installed and both GE Gamma Cameras have recently been replaced with a GE Discovery 870 and a GE Starguide

This role will also offer the individual the opportunity to work with a team of radiographers and technologists that work throughout the radiology departments in the Trust, primarily involved in the imaging of both adult and paediatric oncology patients and with a significant involvement in research PET/CT imaging, supporting over 300 research trials in conjunction with outside organisations including CRUK and Oxford University.

This role will involve working across different Radiology site and working within Nuclear medicine and PET/CT. The successful candidate would be expected to take an active role in all aspects of the service and role development and training in other areas is available for appropriately motivated individuals.

Person Specification

no criteria

Essential

• n/a

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Multiple - Radiology Directorate cover

Churchill Hospital, Old Road

Headington, Oxford

OX3 7LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

Be professionally and legally accountable for own work and caseload.

Work autonomously as a lead clinical specialist, in the provision of a comprehensive nutrition and dietetic service to the adult critical care units within the OUH.

Contribute to the provision of a comprehensive specialised dietetic service to critical care units. This will include:

- Providing a highly specialised clinical service to the adult critical care and high dependency units at the John Radcliffe and Churchill Hospitals and the critical care unit at the Horton Hospital

- There may be a requirement to provide cover to the Neuro Intensive Care unit and Neurosciences ward.

- Help co-ordinate the dietetic service provided by other staff to the adult critical care unit at the John Radcliffe and Churchill Hospitals and the critical care unit at the Horton Hospital

- Train other dietitians in this speciality (band 6s and band 5s on rotation and TPN dietitians)

- Help co-ordinate professional development, development of standards / protocols / guidelines for all critical care areas across the Trust (i.e. inclusive of cardiac and neuro ITUs)

To assess the nutritional status of individual patients based on anthropometric measurements e.g. weight, height, weight history as well as biochemical parameters, diet history and other validated methods of nutritional assessment as appropriate.

Obtain and analyse relevant information from different sources including: electronic patient records, medical notes, nursing notes, the patient and their carers, ward staff etc, in order to make a comprehensive assessment of the patients needs.

Provide hands on care to support nutrition as required, within scope of practice and clinical competency.

Attend regular critical care team meetings when patient care is reviewed, liaison meetings with other multi-disciplinary teams where patients joint care is planned and reviewed, case conferences, ward rounds and governance meetings.

Along with the team lead and Band 7 colleagues to have responsibility for all organisation, liaison and monitoring of the dietetic aspect of this service.

To communicate effectively with patients, carers, family and other health professionals. Skills of negotiation, motivation, explanation and gaining consent will be used in a wide variety of and sometimes sensitive situations. The ability to communicate complex information at an appropriate level to allow understanding is essential. Barriers to communication may be evident e.g. loss of hearing, receptive and expressive problems with the formulation and understanding of language or difficulties with speaking. The use of communication aids such as letter/picture boards or games may be necessary.

Participate in research and audit undertaken by the adult critical care and/or Dietetic team. Presentation of audit or research results at national or international conferences to promote practise and share expertise with colleagues.

To provide specialist advice, teaching and training to all members of the multidisciplinary team, regarding the nutritional management of critical care patients. This involves regular participation in in-house training of clinicians and both specialist and ward nursing staff

Organisational

To collect data as required by the department, trust and outside agencies.

Collation of audit data on the outcomes of critical care patients managed in the dietetic service

To determine priorities for own work area based on clinical need and balance patient caseload with professional demands.

To maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient interventions on electronic patient records. To communicate any changes in day to day management and dietetic interventions to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team. This is achieved by documenting within nursing/medical notes or by means of generating a letter/report and/or updating any patient database.

Management and professional responsibilities:

Be accountable for own actions working within the professional, ethical and legal framework for dietetics set out in the Health Profession Councils Dietitians Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics and the British Dietetic Associations Professional Standards for Dietitians and Code of Professional Conduct.

To participate in departmental audits and initiate/lead audits within own work area in order to monitor and evaluate whether local/ national standards are being met and make recommendations for change.

To remain up to date with the relevant literature and ensure that this informs evidence based practice which will optimise the long term outcomes for each individual patient.

Clinically supervise less experienced dietitians (e.g. Band 5 Dietitians on rotation), and student dietitians during clinical placement.

PROFESSIONAL

To initiate and lead discussions on organisational, professional and clinical issues relevant to the service area. Along with the Service Managers, to be responsible for the dietetic service provided to their clinical area and its development.

To continue to develop own knowledge and skills and contribute to the development of colleagues within the MDT and the Dietetic Service. This involves:

a) taking responsibility for own continuing professional development (CPD) and provide evidence for this by maintaining a CPD portfolio. CPD involves critical evaluation of scientific papers, attending professional development meetings, working as a reflective practitioner and attending relevant internal/external courses.

b) Participating in own annual appraisal, identifying own development and training needs and setting personal development objectives with line manager.

c) Undertaking all relevant statutory and mandatory training

d) Involvement in the dietetic student training programme

e) Providing specialist education and advice to dietetic colleagues in their clinical specialist area via regular departmental professional update meetings

f) Attending and representing the department and lead area of work at the regional and national meetings as appropriate.

To be responsible for communicating effectively and working collaboratively with the Dietetic team, line managers, other health professionals within the MDT and other organisations to ensure a co-ordinated and evidence based approach to the delivery of dietetic care.

To have responsibility for and lead the development, promotion and delivery of the specialist dietetic service for patients in adult critical care units. This involves

a) Developing dietetic practice to ensure evidence based practice and an equitable service delivery

b) Applying legislation, policies and procedures and making appropriate recommendations for service delivery

c) Managing development projects relevant to the clinical area, the dietetic service and the NHS organisations involved

d) Making recommendations and managing service improvement

e) Evaluating own work and that of the team, including clinical audit

f) Recognising the need to seek appropriate support

g) Active involvement in multidisciplinary team meetings, dietetic departmental meetings and discussions

To demonstrate risk management skills and a sound understanding of clinical governance and apply to the work situation.

Education and professional development responsibility:

To keep a portfolio providing evidence of continual professional development (C.P.D.). This may include critical evaluation of scientific papers, attending professional development meetings, working as a reflective practitioner and attending relevant internal/external courses.

Participate in annual appraisal, identifying own development and training needs and setting personal development objectives within an Annual Report

Actively participate in the dietetic student training program, facilitating the development of skills and knowledge, being involved in the assessment process and acting as a mentor.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Nutrition & Dietetic Degree or equivalent
• Registered with Health Care Professions Council as a Dietitian
• Evidence of successful completion of significant specialist post graduate training equivalent to Masters level in this clinical area; for example PENG

Desirable

• Member of a relevant Specialist Interest Group

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of a high level of specialist dietetic knowledge/skills in this clinical area as a result of experience/CPD
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of artificial nutrition support, both enteral and parenteral
• Evidence of leadership experience
• Evidence of research/audit, project work & service development
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the principles of clinical governance
• Experience of development, planning, delivery and evaluation of education and training programmes
• Experience of student training and clinical supervision of peers

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work flexibly and prioritise clinical and non clinical work to meet the needs of the service in conjunction with other members of the team

Other Relevant Factors

Desirable

• Able to easily and efficiently travel to clinical sites and training venues across the county, to provide a dietetics service and to support staff/colleagues

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headley Way

Headington, Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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