Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Dental Nurse to join the dedicated team within the Outpatient Treatment Centre at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide high-quality chairside support to dentists and clinicians delivering a range of outpatient and day case dental procedures. You will play a key role in ensuring patients receive safe, effective and compassionate care throughout their treatment journey.

The successful candidate will be a qualified and GDC registered Dental Nurse with excellent communication and organisational skills. You will have a patient centred approach, be able to work effectively under pressure and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high standards of infection prevention, clinical governance and patient care.

This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive environment, contributing to a wide range of dental services while developing your skills and experience within a busy Treatment Centre setting.

This role requires Registration as a Dental Care Professional on the GDC RegisterBase Locations: Poole HospitalInterview date: Monday, 23rd November 2026

Main duties of the job

• Work as a registered Dental Nurse with specialist knowledge of maxillofacial, head and neck oncology and restorative dentistry.
• Using their advanced knowledge to run their own patient facing clinics.

• To work closely with dental practitioners and other team members in the provision of high-quality care to patients, including children and those who may have a variety of special needs.

• To be responsible for preparing the surgical environment and equipment for clinical treatments.

• To participate in maintaining a high-quality service and proactively seeking to improve services through innovation, clinical governance, audits and quality improvements.

• Assist in developing and maintaining a suitable and stimulating learning environment for the ongoing professional development of other staff and students.
• Undertake medicines management duties within the scope of the Dental Nurse role, including the safe handling, storage, checking and documentation of medications, maintaining stock levels, monitoring expiry dates, supporting clinicians during the administration of medicines

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

For UHD employees, this fixed-term post will be offered as a secondment in line with the Trust's Secondment Policy. Please speak with your line manager before applying.

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year pa

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

36 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

153-CO07034

Job locations

Poole Hospital

Longfleet Road

Poole

BH15 2JB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job description and Person specification for further details.............................................................................................................................................

Job description Job responsibilities Please see Job description and Person specification for further details.............................................................................................................................................

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration as a Dental Care Professional on the GDC Register
• Oral health certificate
• oFurther knowledge and training in specialist areas e.g. maxillofacial, health promotion, implants or equivalent level of experience

Experience

Essential

• Assisting during surgical procedures
• Experience of Maxillofacial Surgery within a hospital theatre setting.
• Experience supervising and teaching less experienced staff.
• Previous experience of LA surgical procedures

Desirable

• Knowledge of Prosthetics and/or implantology work, craniofacial reconstruction
• Experience running nurse led clinics

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registration as a Dental Care Professional on the GDC Register Oral health certificate oFurther knowledge and training in specialist areas e.g. maxillofacial, health promotion, implants or equivalent level of experience Experience Essential Assisting during surgical procedures Experience of Maxillofacial Surgery within a hospital theatre setting. Experience supervising and teaching less experienced staff. Previous experience of LA surgical procedures Desirable Knowledge of Prosthetics and/or implantology work, craniofacial reconstruction Experience running nurse led clinics

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

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole Hospital

Longfleet Road

Poole

BH15 2JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole Hospital

Longfleet Road

Poole

BH15 2JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

A vacancy has arisen at Bournemouth Hospital for aPathway Navigator / Administratorto join a small, dedicated team providing efficient secretarial and administrative support to the Consultant Histopathologists.

The primary responsibility of the role will be to monitor and follow up outstanding, unreported Histology cases, helping to ensure that patients receive their diagnoses as promptly as possible. The post holder will also assist with the outsourcing of cases to help maintain a manageable onsite reporting workload, as well as accurately recording and tracking cases using a dedicated database.

The successful candidate will provide a comprehensive administrative service and support the organisation and coordination of the Consultant Histopathologists' workload. Responsibilities will include preparing medical correspondence and patient-related documentation, entering and maintaining accurate information on the laboratory computer system, and responding to enquiries both by telephone and in person from colleagues, clinicians, GPs and other internal and external contacts.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the Histopathology service and helping to ensure that patients receive timely and efficient care.

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.

Main duties of the job

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Base Locations: Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview date: Thursday, 19th November 2026

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pa / pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

153-SP06786-B

Job locations

Bournemouth Hospital

Castle Lane East

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education to include English and Mathematics

Desirable

• Audio typing and copy typing
• RSA II or equivalent or extensive secretarial experience
• Data administration
• ECDL
• Word processing

Experience

Essential

• Secretary or PA role or Administrator
• PC and data input
• Establishing and maintaining office systems

Desirable

• Confidence in dealing appropriately with Health Service Professionals by telephone and in person
• Previous secretarial experience
• Audio typing
• Experience in using PUSH workload management system
• Experience with CliniSys Winpath system

Knowledge

Essential

• Basic IT skills
• Word
• Excel
• internet

Desirable

• Knowledge of hospital PMS and CaMIS
• Understanding of medical terminology
• Winpath and Telepath
• Understanding of medical terminology

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Understand the need for confidentiality
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritise own workload
• Ability to work on own and under pressure in a busy office

Desirable

• Ability to identify solutions to problems based on precedent
• Ability to collate histology component for MDT meetings
• Actively allocate Pathologists workload on a daily basis
• Enthusiastic approach
• Ability to build good working relationships at all levels

Other Requirements

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative

Language requirement

Essential

• Good command of written English
• Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
• Competent and polite telephone manner

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education to include English and Mathematics Desirable Audio typing and copy typing RSA II or equivalent or extensive secretarial experience Data administration ECDL Word processing Experience Essential Secretary or PA role or Administrator PC and data input Establishing and maintaining office systems Desirable Confidence in dealing appropriately with Health Service Professionals by telephone and in person Previous secretarial experience Audio typing Experience in using PUSH workload management system Experience with CliniSys Winpath system Knowledge Essential Basic IT skills Word Excel internet Desirable Knowledge of hospital PMS and CaMIS Understanding of medical terminology Winpath and Telepath Understanding of medical terminology Personal Attributes Essential Ability to work as part of a team High level of accuracy and attention to detail Understand the need for confidentiality Ability to plan, organize and prioritise own workload Ability to work on own and under pressure in a busy office Desirable Ability to identify solutions to problems based on precedent Ability to collate histology component for MDT meetings Actively allocate Pathologists workload on a daily basis Enthusiastic approach Ability to build good working relationships at all levels Other Requirements Essential Ability to work on own initiative Language requirement Essential Good command of written English Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role Competent and polite telephone manner

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

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bournemouth Hospital

Castle Lane East

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bournemouth Hospital

Castle Lane East

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The post would suit cardiology trainees with at least three years experience of general cardiology and competency in pacing procedures who wished to gain further experience in invasive electrophysiology and ablation and complex device implantation. Experience and training would be offered to the candidate in procedures according to their level of experience. Prior clinical experience in Electrophysiology would be desirable. Opportunities also exist for clinically based research.

The Cardiac Rhythm Management service based at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital serves and receives referrals for EP ablation from Dorset County Hospital (Dorchester), Poole Hospital (part of UHD), Salisbury District Hospital as well as the local population of Bournemouth and West Hampshire, a total population of over 1 million.

Complex devices are provided at RBH for Bournemouth, Poole and West Hampshire populations (approximately 650,000). Complex devices are also implanted at Dorset County Hospital (approximately 250,000) and Salisbury District Hospital (approximately 350,000). These external training sessions will also available to a suitable candidate.

Main duties of the job

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

As part of our commitment to delivering high-quality care across seven days, this post may involve participation in an out-of-hours rota, including evenings, weekends, and/or bank holidays, in accordance with service needs. Any work undertaken outside standard hours/PA's will attract remuneration in line with the respective NHS Medical and Dental Terms and Conditions of Service.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Job summary

Join HealthSet and help shape the workforce behind a major digital transformation

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior HR professional to join the HealthSet programme, working across:

• Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
• Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
• Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
• University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust.

HealthSet brings together colleagues across four NHS organisations and this role will provide strategic HR and workforce leadership to the programme.

Working with HealthSet programme leadership, HR Business Partners and senior leaders across the partner Trusts, you will lead and influence the people and workforce agenda required to support successful programme delivery.

Interview Date: TBC

Main duties of the job

As the HealthSet HR Business Partner, you will provide strategic HR leadership across workforce planning, recruitment and retention, organisational development, employee engagement, leadership development, workforce transformation, organisational design and workforce analytics.

Working closely with senior leaders, you will provide expert advice, challenge and support to develop workforce solutions that enable the successful delivery of programme objectives.

A key element of the role is working across organisational boundaries. You will build strong relationships across the four partner Trusts and collaborate with HR and People teams to ensure a consistent and effective workforce approach.

You will also provide line management and support to the HealthSet Workforce Lead and HealthSet Workforce Coordinator, helping to coordinate workforce activity and priorities across the programme.

About you

You will be an experienced HR professional with a strong background in workforce strategy, organisational development and change management. You will have experience influencing senior stakeholders, delivering workforce initiatives and supporting service transformation.

You will be skilled at building trusted relationships, working across organisations and using workforce information to support decision-making. Knowledge of the NHS workforce agenda is essential.

This is a highly visible partnership role requiring travel across the HealthSet partner Trusts and an on-site presence.

About us

Healthsetis a joint programme across four trusts in Dorset and Somerset to deliver a shared electronic health record (EHR) for acute, community and mental health services, working with our system provider, Epic. This once-in-a-generation programme will transform how information is recorded,sharedand accessed, enabling colleagues to spend less time working around systems and more time caring.

Our teams deliver safe, compassionate care every day, but we still rely on multiple systems, separaterecordsand paper processes. This can mean patients repeating their story and colleagues spending valuable time duplicating work or managing gaps in information. For our digital teams, this means managing multiple legacy systems and data sources to support users to deliver services.

Healthsetis our shared response. By introducing one EHR across our organisations, we will support morejoined-upworking, saferdecision-makingand better use of information, freeing up more time for care.

This ambitious programme will fundamentally change how health and care is delivered across Dorset and Somerset in a way that is clinically and financially sustainable. We will be guided by doing the right thing for our patients, carers,peopleand communities, while creating a working environment that better supports our colleagues.

Details

Date posted

29 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

153-CO07024

Job locations

Dorset / Somerset

Dorset / Somerset

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience
• Member of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Fellow of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development Coaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Substantial generalist and senior HR experience in advising senior managers on best practice HR approaches, particularly relating to change management.
• Experience in successful leading and delivering OD and/or workforce projects
• Experience in developing and implementing OD and Workforce strategy.
• Experience in managing complex and sensitive employment relations issues.

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge of current thinking on good HR practice on all aspects of HR management.
• Knowledge of current workforce and HR agenda in the NHS
• Ability to relate to managers, understanding different education, approaches, styles and expertise and utilise this knowledge to develop effective relationship and cooperative ways of working to achieve the Trust's aim
• Ability to work effectively and be comfortable with achieving through influence and leadership.

Desirable

• Project Management skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience Member of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Desirable Fellow of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development Coaching qualification Experience Essential Substantial generalist and senior HR experience in advising senior managers on best practice HR approaches, particularly relating to change management. Experience in successful leading and delivering OD and/or workforce projects Experience in developing and implementing OD and Workforce strategy. Experience in managing complex and sensitive employment relations issues. Skills Essential Demonstrable knowledge of current thinking on good HR practice on all aspects of HR management. Knowledge of current workforce and HR agenda in the NHS Ability to relate to managers, understanding different education, approaches, styles and expertise and utilise this knowledge to develop effective relationship and cooperative ways of working to achieve the Trust's aim Ability to work effectively and be comfortable with achieving through influence and leadership. Desirable Project Management skills

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

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset / Somerset

Dorset / Somerset

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset / Somerset

Dorset / Somerset

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the UHD Urology CNS team. We have the opportunity for a permanent post working across both sites of Bournemouth and Poole hospital. The successful applicant will work alongside the current Urology Cancer CNS Team in Poole.

The Band 6 Urology Cancer CNS plays a key role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based, holistic care to patients with suspected or confirmed cancer throughout their pathway -- from diagnosis through treatment to survivorship or palliative care.

The postholder will work as part of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), providing expert nursing support, specialist education, and coordination of care. This includes supporting patients and families emotionally, practically, and clinically, while ensuring timely access to investigations, treatments, and follow-up care.

We are looking for an enthusiastic nurse who is keen to make a difference in the care of those experiencing a life changing diagnosis. We are looking for someone who is highly organised, motivated to learn, with excellent communication and team working skills.

This role requires NMC Registration.

Interview: TBD

Main duties of the job

• Provide specialist nursing assessment and management of patients with uro-oncology cancer.

• Act as a key worker for patients on the urology cancer pathway, ensuring timely and coordinated care.

• Deliver nurse-led clinics (e.g., results clinics, treatment support, survivorship or follow-up).

• Provide information and psychological support to patients and carers at all stages of the pathway.

• Support the management of symptoms, treatment side effects, and holistic needs.

• Work closely with the MDT (surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, dietitians, stoma nurses, etc.) to ensure continuity of care.

About us

UHD are investing,developingand transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or servicerelocatesas part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has come available for an enthusiastic, motivated, Specialist Biomedical Scientist in the Haematology and Blood Transfusion sections of Blood Sciences at University Hospitals Dorset. We are looking for a Biomedical Scientist, who is professional, reliable, innovative and flexible to join our friendly and hardworking team. This department offers full training and future development opportunities for the right candidates to further develop their skills and ambition.

The Haematology & Blood Transfusion department is part of the Blood Sciences department of University Hospitals Dorset. The post is based at The Royal Bournemouth Hospital (in The Dorset Pathology Hub), but the successful candidate will be working at our laboratory in Poole Local Services Laboratory, on rotation. The modern departments offers a wide range of diagnostic testing facilities for Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals as well as local GP practices. The department is fully UKAS accredited and an IBMS accredited training laboratory.

The successful candidate will regularly rotate through all sections of the Haematology & Blood Transfusion department and will be required to participate in the 24/7 shift system.

This role required HCPC Registration.

Base location - Royal Bournemouth Hospital base, cross site working at Poole on rotation

Interview: 19th November

Main duties of the job

The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent, be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council as a BMS, have completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio (Haematology and Transfusion) or have equivalent proven experience at Band 6 level in Haematology/Blood Transfusion. Evidence of Continual Professional Development (CPD) will be expected to be demonstrated at interview. Candidates completing their Specialist Portfolio may be considered however they would start on band 5 if unable to satisfy the Specialist BMS criteria and will be promoted to a Specialist BMS upon completion of the Specialist portfolio.

About our team?

The Haematology department is well equipped, including 3 Beckman Coulter DxH 900s, a Starrsed RS ESR analyser, TOSOH G11 for HPLC and 2 Sta R Max coagulation analysers. The clinical Haematology department is internationally renowned as a centre of excellence for chronic blood disorders including chronic lymphocytic leukaemia and myelodysplastic syndromes. The Coagulation department supports a comprehensive haemophilia service and provides a full range of coagulation tests

The Transfusion department is keen and progressive contributing to several NHSBT pilots and steering groups, the latest being one of four full sites for the Integrated Stock Management Scheme.

About us

Transfusion also offers opportunity to contribute to the clinical trials we are participating in, and we have a very keen interest in patient blood management. We are fully automated with Bio-Rad IH500 analysers, electronic issue, Electronic Dispatch Note, Automatic Stock Replenishment and full Haemonetics blood tracking from vein to vein

UHD are investing,developingand transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or servicerelocatesas part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Details

Date posted

28 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

153-SP06994

Job locations

The Dorset Pathology Hub (Royal Bournemouth Hospital)

Deansleigh Road

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

We can also offer relocation support (as determined by the Trust policy), to support you in your move to #TeamUHD

Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. We can also offer relocation support (as determined by the Trust policy), to support you in your move to #TeamUHD

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completed Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science
• Registration with HCPC.
• IBMS specialist portfolio or equivalent post graduate knowledge e.g. competency based evidence of specialist techniques

Desirable

• MSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent area of specialty

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in Haematology, Coagulation and Transfusion
• Experience of working in a UKAS ISO 15189 and MHRA approved laboratory
• Experience of working shifts over a 24/7 period

Technical Skills Competencies

Essential

• Good interpretive skills at bench level
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Knowledge of common IT software
• Handling biological specimens

Desirable

• Familiarity with database and spread sheet software.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Software
• Familiarity with Winpath software

Knowledge

Essential

• Willing and able to learn new skills.
• Currently participating in CPD
• A good understanding of Haematology/ Coagulation and Transfusion Science

Desirable

• Ability to train junior staff to work in accordance to SOPs

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

• Desire and ability to relocate to the area.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to prioritise.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately to provide an urgent patient centred service
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Completed Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science Registration with HCPC. IBMS specialist portfolio or equivalent post graduate knowledge e.g. competency based evidence of specialist techniques Desirable MSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent area of specialty Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of working in Haematology, Coagulation and Transfusion Experience of working in a UKAS ISO 15189 and MHRA approved laboratory Experience of working shifts over a 24/7 period Technical Skills Competencies Essential Good interpretive skills at bench level Good attention to detail and accuracy Knowledge of common IT software Handling biological specimens Desirable Familiarity with database and spread sheet software. Familiarity with Quality Management Software Familiarity with Winpath software Knowledge Essential Willing and able to learn new skills. Currently participating in CPD A good understanding of Haematology/ Coagulation and Transfusion Science Desirable Ability to train junior staff to work in accordance to SOPs Other requirements specific to the role Essential Desire and ability to relocate to the area. Personal Attributes Essential Ability to prioritise. Ability to work quickly and accurately to provide an urgent patient centred service Attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Dorset Pathology Hub (Royal Bournemouth Hospital)

Deansleigh Road

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Dorset Pathology Hub (Royal Bournemouth Hospital)

Deansleigh Road

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Medical Laboratory Assistant to join a dedicated team in a modern department, providing a high-quality service. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your experience.

Cellular Pathology has a high quality UKAS accreditation record and it is an approved laboratory for Registration and Specialist training by the IBMS.

This is a fixed term post and duties will include laboratory and administrative tasks which may at times be of a complex nature.

The Cellular Pathology team is made up of all different grades of Scientist, including medical laboratory staff, Associate Practitioners and Biomedical Scientists with the aim of putting the patient first and delivering a high-quality service.

The role is part-time , and you will be required to work 15 hours per week (on a Monday and Friday 8.30-4.30).

Previous medical laboratory experience would be desirable, but full training will be provided.

Additional contact information

Naomi Gordon - Senior Biomedical Scientist

[email protected]

0300 019 2817

Base Location: Primarily based at the Poole Hospital site however cross site cover at The Royal Bournemouth Hospital may be required dependent on the needs and requirements of the service.

Interview: 18th November

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.

Main duties of the job

• Duties will include specimen labelling, data input, assisting dissection and carrying out general duties in the laboratory.
• Applicants will need to have excellent communication skills, be literate, numerate and possess good computer skills.

About us

UHD are investing,developingand transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or servicerelocatesas part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

For UHD employees, this fixed-term post will be offered as a secondment in line with the Trust's Secondment Policy. Please speak with your line manager before applying.

Job summary

Are you an experienced and accredited Colposcopist looking for an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a forward-thinking Colposcopy service?

At University Hospitals Dorset (UHD), we are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and visionary Lead Nurse Colposcopist to join our Women's Health Team. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-quality colposcopy services across our organisation and taking on the responsibility of CSPL lead for the organisation.

You will manage your own advanced clinical caseload, providing autonomous assessment, diagnosis and treatment, whilst ensuring care is delivered in line with national cervical screening standards and evidence-based practice. In addition to colposcopy responsibilities, the post holder will act as the Cervical Sample Practitioner Lead (CSPL), leading on cervical screening quality, supporting workforce development and ensuring delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based cervical screening services across UHD.

We are looking for aBSSCP-certified Colposcopist with advanced clinical practice skills, extensive experience within gynaecology and colposcopy services, and a passion for service innovation and patient-centred care. You will be a visible clinical leader, supporting the development of staff, driving quality improvement initiatives and contributing to the future direction of women's health services across UHD.

Interview: 20th November

Main duties of the job

• Provide expert autonomous colposcopy assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up for women referred to the service.
• Be the CSPL lead for the colposcopy service at UHD.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of the Colposcopy Service across UHD.
• Work collaboratively with consultants, nursing staff and wider multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective and timely patient pathways.
• Lead clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and service evaluation activities.
• Support education, supervision and development of nursing and medical colleagues.
• Contribute to business planning, service redesign and demand and capacity management.
• Participate in local, regional and national colposcopy networks, MDTs and professional forum

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

This service runs across the Bournemouth and Poole site. Future plans have not been confirmed, but there will be a possible move to centralise the service to the Poole site.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job summary

Ward 23 is a uniqueCardiology inpatient ward with 19 beds, caring for patients following acute cardiac events and those undergoing continued investigation and treatment. We also have four side rooms offering private cardiac care.

As part of this role, you'll also have the opportunity to rotate into the Cardiac Intervention Unit (CIU) - a day-case elective unit managing up to 16 patients pre- and post-procedures, including angiograms, pacemaker insertions, and cardiac ablations.

No two days are the same, and you'll benefit from strong links with the wider cardiology services, including specialist nurses and the research team.

We are seeking dynamic, motivated, and compassionate nurses with a genuine interest in cardiology. You'll be committed to delivering the highest standards of patient-centred care and keen to develop your clinical skills in a supportive and progressive environment.

A UK active NMC is required.

Interview Date: 16th November 2026

Main duties of the job

What can we offer you?

• Excellent team spirit, engaging in outside social activities.
• Positive culture where everyone's voice is heard.
• Practice Educator within the Directorate.
• Regular in house teaching and education opportunities.
• Development opportunities within the Cardiology directorate.
• Friendly and approachable staff.

Improve existing and learn new clinical skills and competencies.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not bereimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, DEN, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job summary

We are looking to appoint two new colleagues to the Geriatric Medicine Department at University Hospitals Dorset, comprising of Poole Hospital, Bournemouth Hospital and Christchurch Hospital.

This is a permanent post for two full-time Consultant Geriatricians, though applicants wishing to work flexibly or less than full-time will be considered. Sub-specialty interests are encouraged.

The main purpose of the post is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement. A variety of roles are available depending upon the individuals interests and some examples (for guidance only) are shown below. We are keen to recruit the correct candidate and will work to create a job plan that suit both the candidate and the needs of our patients.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will have completed specialist training in Geriatrics and will be expected to have or develop a subspecialist interest which could include but not limited to:

• Interface and community geriatrics
• Orthogeriatrics and surgical liaison
• Movement disorders

We are keen to appoint the right candidates who are flexible, enthusiastic, self-motivated and will enable the successful candidates to develop as a leader and to further enhance service delivery within our changing organisation. Research, a higher degree and overseas experience are not essential, although will be regarded favourably.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.

There is a planned move for this service anticipated during Spring 2027when this role and base of work will relocate to the Royal Bournemouth Hospital site. Upon relocation of the role/service, excess mileage allowance / reimbursement will not apply, and any travel between the postholder's home and work base will be classified as a commute. Any other changes unrelated to this, will be handled in line with Trust/National terms and conditions.

As part of our commitment to delivering high-quality care across seven days, this post may involve participation in an out-of-hours rota, including evenings, weekends, and/or bank holidays, in accordance with service needs. Any work undertaken outside standard hours/PA's will attract remuneration in line with the respective NHS Medical and Dental Terms and Conditions of Service.

Job summary

This role is challenging and fast paced. It is also a great opportunity for someone looking to make a positive impact for patients.

We are recruiting two positions, one full time role of 37.5 hours and one part time role of 30 hours based at Canford House or Poole Hospital.

Base Location: University Hospitals Dorset - Canford House and Poole Hospital

Interview: 25th November

Main duties of the job

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

About us

UHD are investing,developingand transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or servicerelocatesas part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job summary

The Pharmacy Stores is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and self-motivated individual to work in the store. In this role you will be responsible for the day to day 'top up' of medicines, picking and supplying to wards and departments, receipting medicines into the department from wholesalers and suppliers, ensuring the timely and accurate supply to wards and departments within the trust. You will be integral to maintaining a quality supply service.

Please note this is a physical role and includes manual handling, lifting, pushing, pulling and bending with boxes in the range of 6kg to 20kg. Requires the ability to use mechanical aids to manoeuvre loads of over 20kg (full training will be given).These tasks may be required to be sustained for several periods in a working day.

This includes walking over distances and for prolonged time is required to perform the duties that are located across the hospital site.

Applicants would ideally have an NVQ level 2 in Pharmaceutical science (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards this qualification

This role requires one early start beginning at 7:30am, weekend shifts 1 in 5 (either Saturday or Sunday) and approximately one Bank Holiday shift per year.

This post requires a minimum of one year's commitment to training for this post as required by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Applicants who have previously applied for this vacancy need not reapply.

Main duties of the job

• To complete ward top ups and deliver orders
• Receive, receipt and put away medicines received from wholesalers/suppliers
• Load robot

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

Work location: Cross site - Poole and Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview Date: Wednesday, 18tth November 2026

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. **This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly. *

Details

Date posted

27 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 to £27,476 a year pa/pr

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

153-SP06423-B

Job locations

Pharmacy, Poole Hospital

Longfleet Road

Poole

BH15 2JB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To conduct ward stock top-ups. This includes auditing stock levels, issuing stock, packing ward boxes and re-stocking ward stock cupboards.

Participate in ward stock control and informing relevant staff of any concerns with stock levels on wards.

To participate in the returning/removal of all items not required in clinical areas and organising them for returning/recycling back into stock under direction from the ward pharmacist.

To receive goods into the pharmacy from delivery drivers throughout the day and store correctly and process the orders via the computer system.

To participate in carrying out scheduled stock sweeps and expiry date checks in clinical areas.

To participate in efficient filing, storage, stock rotation within the MDU and Dispensary.

To assist in housekeeping duties of the MDU and Dispensary.

To work in an efficient and methodical manner in all areas of the dispensary and MDU, to ensure all requests and prescriptions are assessed and prioritised appropriately.

To attend and contribute to team meetings and Pharmacy staff meetings.

To support the appraisal process by taking responsibility for understanding and completing all set objectives, mandatory training and Personal Development Plans.

To be pro-active in self-development and willing to use own initiative in identifying training needs and resource required.

To have responsibility for the health and safety welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with the requirements of health and safety regulations and risk management.

To treat all colleagues and patients with respect and dignity and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Job description Job responsibilities To conduct ward stock top-ups. This includes auditing stock levels, issuing stock, packing ward boxes and re-stocking ward stock cupboards. Participate in ward stock control and informing relevant staff of any concerns with stock levels on wards. To participate in the returning/removal of all items not required in clinical areas and organising them for returning/recycling back into stock under direction from the ward pharmacist. To receive goods into the pharmacy from delivery drivers throughout the day and store correctly and process the orders via the computer system. To participate in carrying out scheduled stock sweeps and expiry date checks in clinical areas. To participate in efficient filing, storage, stock rotation within the MDU and Dispensary. To assist in housekeeping duties of the MDU and Dispensary. To work in an efficient and methodical manner in all areas of the dispensary and MDU, to ensure all requests and prescriptions are assessed and prioritised appropriately. To attend and contribute to team meetings and Pharmacy staff meetings. To support the appraisal process by taking responsibility for understanding and completing all set objectives, mandatory training and Personal Development Plans. To be pro-active in self-development and willing to use own initiative in identifying training needs and resource required. To have responsibility for the health and safety welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with the requirements of health and safety regulations and risk management. To treat all colleagues and patients with respect and dignity and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oMinimum 3 GCSE's to grade C in English, Maths and Science
• oExperience of working in Hospital Pharmacy environment
• oNVQ Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Science

Desirable

• oExperience of dealing with members of the public in a service capacity

Other specific requirements for the role

Essential

• o Physically fit - this post includes manual handling, lifting, pushing, pulling and bending with boxes up to 20kg. These tasks may be required to be sustained for several periods in a working day.
• o Precise, accurate, methodical, good attention to detail o Self-motivated and reliable

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oMinimum 3 GCSE's to grade C in English, Maths and Science oExperience of working in Hospital Pharmacy environment oNVQ Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Science Desirable oExperience of dealing with members of the public in a service capacity Other specific requirements for the role Essential o Physically fit - this post includes manual handling, lifting, pushing, pulling and bending with boxes up to 20kg. These tasks may be required to be sustained for several periods in a working day. o Precise, accurate, methodical, good attention to detail o Self-motivated and reliable

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

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy, Poole Hospital

Longfleet Road

Poole

BH15 2JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy, Poole Hospital

Longfleet Road

Poole

BH15 2JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Band 7 Clinical Practitioner to join our Perioperative Care of Older People (POPS) multidisciplinary team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional passionate about improving outcomes and experiences for older people undergoing surgery and contributing to the development of a specialist, innovative and patient-centred service.

As an integral member of the POPS team, you will provide specialist clinical assessment and expertise across the surgical pathway, working closely with surgeons, anaesthetists, geriatricians, therapists, nursing teams and discharge coordinators. Assessing complex patients, identify risks, contribute to optimisation and develop individualised management plans within your scope of practice.

Providing expert input for patients experiencing frailty, multimorbidity, cognitive impairment, delirium, functional decline and complex discharge needs, supporting safe and effective perioperative care.

The successful candidate will have broad senior-level experience across surgical, medical and older people's services, with proven ability to work autonomously. Excellent clinical assessment, decision-making, leadership, communication and organisational skills are essential, alongside a collaborative and innovative approach.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to making a meaningful contribution to high-quality perioperative care for older people.

Base site: UHD Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities

Undertake comprehensive clinical and frailty assessments of older surgical patients and identify opportunities for optimisation and risk reduction.

Contribute to preoperative assessment, shared decision-making and perioperative planning for patients with complex medical and geriatric needs.

Provide senior clinical input into the assessment and management of frailty, delirium, falls, polypharmacy and functional decline.

Develop and implement individualised management and discharge plans in partnership with the wider MDT.

Provide continuity of specialist POPS input throughout the surgical admission where appropriate.

Support education, supervision and professional development of nursing, medical and AHP colleagues.

Contribute to POPS audit, quality improvement, service development and the implementation of evidence-based practice.

Work autonomously within professional competence, with access to senior clinical supervision from the POPS advanced practitioner and/or consultant geriatrician.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

For UHD employees, this fixed-term post will be offered as a secondment in line with the Trust's Secondment Policy. Please speak with your line manager before applying.

Details

Date posted

27 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year pa

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

153-SU06967

Job locations

University Hospital Dorset, Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as a clinically independent and autonomous practitioner within own scope of practice, to participate and manage a

defined patient caseload.

To work with the multidisciplinary team for Surgery

To act as a source of expertise and knowledge for older patients within the SurgicalDirectorate, their carers and their families within UHD, within the remit of a developed clinical practitioner for older people undergoing surgery.

To provide expert clinical older persons surgical patient care, assess patients, plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive programmes of care, providing highly specialist advice andmaintaining associated records, utilising older persons developed clinical knowledge and skills specifically tosupport older patients within the surgical directorate. Utilising skills as high level of decisionmaking, expert problem solving abilities, physical examination and health assessment,diagnostic testing, pharmacology and disease processes.

To facilitate the development of advanced clinical skills and knowledge for ownCPD and for other member so the Surgical Team and to meet other specific education anddevelopment needs, to meet service needs.

To identify future requirements to ensure sustainability of reduced length of stay at UHD usingquantitative and qualitative data.

To participate and contribute to all aspects of patient/carer education for both individuals andgroups, including managing surgical older persons education programmes.

Uses developed levels of precision, dexterity, coordination and sensory skills for the provision ofassessment, implementation, management and evaluation of patient care involved in theactivities for practice.

Utilises communication, knowledge, experience, training, analytical, planning, organisationaland physical skills in the assessment, implementation and evaluation of all aspects of patientcare.

If in scope of practice and holds relevant qualification, advises on and or prescribes for older frail patients with surgical conditions, to contribute to safe and effective patient care by incorporating the use of Non-Medical prescribing competencies in relation to the national guidelines, evidence based practice and local Trust policies.

Job description Job responsibilities To work as a clinically independent and autonomous practitioner within own scope of practice, to participate and manage a defined patient caseload. To work with the multidisciplinary team for Surgery To act as a source of expertise and knowledge for older patients within the SurgicalDirectorate, their carers and their families within UHD, within the remit of a developed clinical practitioner for older people undergoing surgery. To provide expert clinical older persons surgical patient care, assess patients, plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive programmes of care, providing highly specialist advice andmaintaining associated records, utilising older persons developed clinical knowledge and skills specifically tosupport older patients within the surgical directorate. Utilising skills as high level of decisionmaking, expert problem solving abilities, physical examination and health assessment,diagnostic testing, pharmacology and disease processes. To facilitate the development of advanced clinical skills and knowledge for ownCPD and for other member so the Surgical Team and to meet other specific education anddevelopment needs, to meet service needs. To identify future requirements to ensure sustainability of reduced length of stay at UHD usingquantitative and qualitative data. To participate and contribute to all aspects of patient/carer education for both individuals andgroups, including managing surgical older persons education programmes. Uses developed levels of precision, dexterity, coordination and sensory skills for the provision ofassessment, implementation, management and evaluation of patient care involved in theactivities for practice. Utilises communication, knowledge, experience, training, analytical, planning, organisationaland physical skills in the assessment, implementation and evaluation of all aspects of patientcare. If in scope of practice and holds relevant qualification, advises on and or prescribes for older frail patients with surgical conditions, to contribute to safe and effective patient care by incorporating the use of Non-Medical prescribing competencies in relation to the national guidelines, evidence based practice and local Trust policies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree Level Qualification
• Level 6 or equivalent ECP experience
• current registration with relevant professional body

Desirable

• Level 7 Post registration/post graduate qualification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of managing a discrete aspect of a patient's care at a developed level of practice with specific knowledge and skills in a field of expertise within perioperative/surgical and Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment.
• Experience of working in partnership with all levels of staff, evidencing the ability to plan and co-ordinate the provision of specialised care.

Desirable

• Attendance at QI Lite or equivalent quality improvement course.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree Level Qualification Level 6 or equivalent ECP experience current registration with relevant professional body Desirable Level 7 Post registration/post graduate qualification Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of managing a discrete aspect of a patient's care at a developed level of practice with specific knowledge and skills in a field of expertise within perioperative/surgical and Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment. Experience of working in partnership with all levels of staff, evidencing the ability to plan and co-ordinate the provision of specialised care. Desirable Attendance at QI Lite or equivalent quality improvement course.

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

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital Dorset, Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital Dorset, Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Due to the expansion of our cardiac services, we are pleased to offer the opportunity for a Highly Specialised Cardiac Echocardiographer to complement our Cardiac Physiology team here at University Hospitals Dorset.

We are a forward thinking team that consistently strive to improve and develop our services and encourage all team members to actively engage in this process. Continued professional development is supported through weekly departmental meetings and MDT imaging reviews as well as regular attendance at national conferences. We support a four-day working week at UHD in order to provide an improved work-life balance for our staff. Standard hours are 08:00-18:00 however this can be discussed.

The successful candidate will hold BSE accreditation, be enthusiastic and passionate about improving patient centred care and be motivated about providing in-house training for junior physiologists. Clinical skills in either cardiac rhythm management or PCI are desirable but not essential.

The post is for a full time position however part time applicants will be considered.

This post will include Saturday working on a rotational basis.

This role requires a BSc in Cardiac Physiology or BTEC HNC or equivalent.

Applicants for this position need to hold full TTE BSE accreditation to be considered for this post.

Locations: Royal Bournemouth and Poole Hospital

Interview Date : 18th November 2026

Previous unsuccessful candidates need not apply

Main duties of the job

We are extremely proud of our Echocardiography departments across our two sites. As well as standard transthoracic studies we also perform 3D echocardiograms, bubble and contrast studies and stress echo procedures as well as supporting the transoesophageal echo service.

If you are interested in relocating to Bournemouth from within the UK we offer an excellent relocation package of up to £13,000. For further details on relocation expenses please visit the Trust website.

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Details

Date posted

26 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

153-ME06865-A

Job locations

University Hospitals Dorset - All Sites

Dorset

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSE Accreditation
• BSc in Cardiac Physiology or BTEC HNC or equivalent

Desirable

• RCCP registered

Experience

Essential

• Experience as a post registration Cardiac Physiologist.
• Will have experience in 3D Echocardiography, contrast studies and bubble studies.
• Must have experience in training and assessment of junior staff and other medical professionals.
• Will be fully competent in carrying out full study BSE echocardiograms including strain assessments and assisting in transoesophageal echocardiograms.

Desirable

• Experience in Stress Echocardiography
• Experience in carrying out yearly appraisals for team members
• Experience in physiologist led specialist clinics

Knowledge

Essential

• Will be able to assess normal and abnormal investigations and act appropriately.
• Will be computer literate and understand the application of IT to clinical investigations.

Desirable

• Have knowledge of NHS computer management systems including; Tomcat, eDM, eCamis, PACS.

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

• Able to demonstrate high level of written and verbal communication skills
• Will be able to work as part of a team but be dynamic and self-motivated.

Other requirements

Essential

• Will be of sufficient stamina and health to be capable of long periods of walking, bending, standing, sitting, moving, handling and positioning of patients and equipment.
• Capable of dealing with distressing and emotional incidents on a regular basis including working with terminally ill patients and upset / distressed patients or members of staff.

Personal attributes

Essential

• Model good behaviour and acceptable ways of communicating
• Able to challenge unacceptable behaviour

Language requirement

Essential

• Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSE Accreditation BSc in Cardiac Physiology or BTEC HNC or equivalent Desirable RCCP registered Experience Essential Experience as a post registration Cardiac Physiologist. Will have experience in 3D Echocardiography, contrast studies and bubble studies. Must have experience in training and assessment of junior staff and other medical professionals. Will be fully competent in carrying out full study BSE echocardiograms including strain assessments and assisting in transoesophageal echocardiograms. Desirable Experience in Stress Echocardiography Experience in carrying out yearly appraisals for team members Experience in physiologist led specialist clinics Knowledge Essential Will be able to assess normal and abnormal investigations and act appropriately. Will be computer literate and understand the application of IT to clinical investigations. Desirable Have knowledge of NHS computer management systems including; Tomcat, eDM, eCamis, PACS. Interpersonal Skills Essential Able to demonstrate high level of written and verbal communication skills Will be able to work as part of a team but be dynamic and self-motivated. Other requirements Essential Will be of sufficient stamina and health to be capable of long periods of walking, bending, standing, sitting, moving, handling and positioning of patients and equipment. Capable of dealing with distressing and emotional incidents on a regular basis including working with terminally ill patients and upset / distressed patients or members of staff. Personal attributes Essential Model good behaviour and acceptable ways of communicating Able to challenge unacceptable behaviour Language requirement Essential Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role

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

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals Dorset - All Sites

Dorset

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals Dorset - All Sites

Dorset

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Head of Vulnerable Adults and Complex Pathways.

Reporting to the Group Director of Nursing, Medical Care Group, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for vulnerable adults, mental health and complex care pathways across the Trust. Working closely with executive, clinical and operational leaders, you will drive service transformation, support the delivery of the Trust's Mental Health Strategy, and lead the development of innovative, person-centred services that improve quality, safety and patient outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape services for vulnerable adults and patients with complex needs across Dorset. You'll join a supportive senior leadership team and play a key role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care and improved outcomes for some of our most vulnerable patients.

If you are a strategic, compassionate and values-driven leader, we would welcome your application.

Interview Date: 3rd December 2026

Main duties of the job

• Professional registration (NMC, HCPC, Social Work England or equivalent).
• Master's level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Significant senior leadership experience in healthcare, social care, safeguarding, mental health or complex care services.
• A proven track record of service transformation, quality improvement and partnership working.
• Experience of operational, workforce and financial management.
• Excellent leadership, communication and influencing skills.

The post holder is expected to lead the strategic direction and policy setting for vulnerable adults, incorporating mental health services within UHD, forming an essential communications link between the wider nursing, medical, and Allied Health Professionals (AHP) / Health Care Scientists teams and operational teams.The post holder will be based within the Medical Care Group, leading the Mental Health Directorate and will work closely with members of the Care Group Triumvirate teams in all Care Groups (surgery, medicine, and specialities). The role will contribute to the implementation of a patient centred clinical operational strategy for the management and care of patients attending the Trust with Mental Health needs.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Discharge Team. We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic individual to join a specialised team providing information and analytical support to Senior Trust Management, Clinicians, Partner Organisations and NHS England.

Accurate and timely information is critical, providing administrative support which plays a vital role in supplying high quality information for operational improvement, monitoring and assurance.

The post holder will undertake word processing, data input into Excel, the formulation of reports and developing spread sheets to a variety of audiences. The role will require understanding of DTOC & D2A guidance; will involve generating reports to support the operational performance of the Trust and responding to queries from the department's stakeholders

Main duties of the job

• Answering telephone calls, taking messages and taking appropriate action as required

• Processing of D2A referrals

• Maintaining filing system

• Maintaining stationery stocks and ordering of other items for department

• Reporting of broken equipment to appropriate department.

• Use of email

• Photocopying

• Compiling reports for department using Health of the Ward and Excel

• Occasional cover of Interim Team Administration.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a part-time Youth or Support worker for the Complications of Excess Weight team at UHD. This role is fixed term for 12 months 16 hrs per week.

The candidate will need to be able to work Wednesdays to join MDTs and evening work may be required to support families.

Successful candidate will require access to a car with business insurance and be happy to work remotely in the community including client's homes.

There will be an expenses budget assigned to work related travel and costs associated with helping young people engage in activities.

Youth work training will be provided if required.

Interview: 20th November

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work independently within the remit of the role but under the guidance and supervision of the Consultant Lead for CEW.

• To monitor the implementation and provision of care and support for children in the CEW service at UHD

• To help young people with excess weight access the support services they need.

• Link with local and national teams to keep up to date with programme, network and recommendations

• To actively encourage patient engagement in the on-going development of personalised care and support initiatives.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.

Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year Dependant on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

153-SP06974

Job locations

Poole Hospital

Longfleet Road

Poole

BH152JB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached JD & PS

The post holder will work independently within the remit of the role but under the guidance and supervision of the Consultant Lead for CEW.

• To monitor the implementation and provision of care and support for children in the CEW service at UHD

• To help young people with excess weight access the support services they need.

• Link with local and national teams to keep up to date with programme, network and recommendations

• To actively encourage patient engagement in the on-going development of personalised care and support initiatives.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached JD & PS The post holder will work independently within the remit of the role but under the guidance and supervision of the Consultant Lead for CEW. To monitor the implementation and provision of care and support for children in the CEW service at UHD To help young people with excess weight access the support services they need. Link with local and national teams to keep up to date with programme, network and recommendations To actively encourage patient engagement in the on-going development of personalised care and support initiatives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oDiploma or Degree qualification in Youth work, or equivalent skills or experience

Technical Skills and competencies

Essential

• Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training.
• Demonstrable experience of using word processing, spreadsheet, database and or presentation software
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the effects of a long term conditions on a young persons development and life experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a youth service within the NHS, community, or voluntary services

Desirable

• Experience of working as part of an MDT

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to travel to locations necessary for delivery of the role

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oDiploma or Degree qualification in Youth work, or equivalent skills or experience Technical Skills and competencies Essential Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training. Demonstrable experience of using word processing, spreadsheet, database and or presentation software Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively Knowledge Essential Understanding of the effects of a long term conditions on a young persons development and life experience Experience Essential Experience of working in a youth service within the NHS, community, or voluntary services Desirable Experience of working as part of an MDT Personal Attributes Essential Ability to travel to locations necessary for delivery of the role

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).

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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole Hospital

Longfleet Road

Poole

BH152JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole Hospital

Longfleet Road

Poole

BH152JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset are looking for a Healthcare Science Practitioner to assist in the provision of diagnostic radiology physics and radiation protection services throughout East Dorset, covering a range of medical imaging modalities

You will assist in the physics support to various imaging services across the hospital sites and the region.

Base Location: Poole Hospital - Radiology Physics

Interview Date: 24th November

Main duties of the job

• Entering information relating to the work of the group into databases and spreadsheets and ensuring all issues are followed up by scientific staff.
• Booking visits to clients.
• Booking rooms for and arranging meetings with the various QC and client groups.
• Development of spreadsheets and databases as required by the scientific staff.
• Day to day monitoring of the QC spreadsheets used by clients, ensuring all issues are followed up by scientific staff.
• Assisting the radiology physicists with administrative work as required.
• Assisting in reviewing and writing departmental protocols and procedures, updating them to correspond with current best practice and / or legislation.
• Creating and maintaining records of equipment QC testing and audits.
• Preparation of documentation and equipment for work outside the department.
• Organisation of training meetings for external clients.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset is seeking a friendly hardworking, reliable person to support the Catering team to provide great customer service in our busy restaurants and coffee bars. Duties include serving food and drink, working in a Barista style coffee bar , operating a till, refilling of stock and general cleaning duties.

This position would suit someone who has had prior Barista training from a fast paced operation.

Interview: 17th November

Main duties of the job

As a member of the catering team, you'll be responsible for providing an efficient, high-quality service to staff, patients and visitors, operating in compliance with corporate and local policies and procedures.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not bereimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, DEN, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process

Job summary

Applications are being sought for the post of Consultant Cardiologist with a specialist interest in Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust (UHD). The candidate will join the team of 7 (5 full time and 2 part time) Coronary Interventionalists based at the Dorset Heart Centre. The post has been developed to support the PCI service in view of two Interventional Cardiologists taking partial retirement and now covering a single position on the primary PCI on-call rota. There are no general medical commitments. You must have (or be within 6 months of obtaining) a CCT in cardiology.

As part of our commitment to delivering high-quality care across seven days, this post may involve participation in an out-of-hours rota, including evenings, weekends, and/or bank holidays, in accordance with service needs. Any work undertaken outside standard hours/PA's will attract remuneration in line with the respective NHS Medical and Dental Terms and Conditions of Service.

Main duties of the job

The busy PCI service covers Dorset, and adjacent parts of Hampshire and Wiltshire, a catchment of approx. 1 million.

The current PCI volume is approximately 1500 cases per year which includes up to 400 primary PCI treated through a 24/7 service.We employ all standard and advanced PCI techniques.This includes multi-vendor pressure wire, and imaging with integrated intravascular ultrasound (Philips & Boston) and optical coherence tomography (OCT). We have a full range of strategies for calcium modification including rotational, laser and orbital atherectomy and intravascular lithotripsy. There is a CTO programme and access to mechanical circulatory support with Impella.

We have extensive experience of bifurcation PCI including left main and had a long association with dedicated stent programmes. We have an affiliation with the European Bifurcation Club. Many patients are recruited into international clinical trials of PCI techniques, strategies and devices. Indeed, the unit has developed a reputation for high volume enrolment, subject retention and provision of excellent quality data.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year PA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

153-M3956

Job locations

Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Castle Lane East

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful applicant will join a team of 21 substantive Consultant Cardiologists across UHD.

They will contribute to a comprehensive consultant-led secondary/tertiary cardiology and coronary intervention service. They should have broad experience in all aspects of clinical cardiology and coronary intervention.

Given the departments long-term focus of enhancing its academic output, the applicant must possess a post graduate research degree with experience of ongoing clinical research.

They will be expected to support and develop existing research activity. Research PA, which already exist for some Consultants, will ideally be expanded to colleagues demonstrating academic output.

The post holder will contribute to the primary PCI on call rota (1 in 7 weekdays and 1 in 10 weekends), rotational cover of coronary care unit (1 in 21) and inpatient bed base shared with consultant colleagues. The appointee will be expected to spend 10 Programmed Activities per week (Two fixed PCI sessions) with possible additional work eg flexible PCI lists according to service need.

Job description Job responsibilities The successful applicant will join a team of 21 substantive Consultant Cardiologists across UHD. They will contribute to a comprehensive consultant-led secondary/tertiary cardiology and coronary intervention service. They should have broad experience in all aspects of clinical cardiology and coronary intervention. Given the departments long-term focus of enhancing its academic output, the applicant must possess a post graduate research degree with experience of ongoing clinical research. They will be expected to support and develop existing research activity. Research PA, which already exist for some Consultants, will ideally be expanded to colleagues demonstrating academic output. The post holder will contribute to the primary PCI on call rota (1 in 7 weekdays and 1 in 10 weekends), rotational cover of coronary care unit (1 in 21) and inpatient bed base shared with consultant colleagues. The appointee will be expected to spend 10 Programmed Activities per week (Two fixed PCI sessions) with possible additional work eg flexible PCI lists according to service need.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration
• Are on the GMC Specialist Register for Cardiology and have their CCT/CCST or will receive it within six months of the date of interview

Additional postgraduate qualifications

Essential

• Completed MD or PhD
• Other relevant postgraduate qualification (eg MRCP)

Clinical training and expertise

Essential

• Evidence of complete, structured and adequate sub-specialist training
• Evidence of competency in all areas of General Cardiology, basic and complex percutaneous coronary intervention
• Evidence of the ability to offer expert clinical opinion in coronary revascularisation

Desirable

• Documented evidence of prizes/distinctions awarded

Management and training experience

Essential

• Evidence of the ability to manage and lead a cardiology team

Teaching experience

Essential

• Evidence of presentations given

Desirable

• Significant experience in the use of simulation teaching
• Significant experience in the use of simulation teaching

Research and audit experience

Essential

• Evidence of audits completed
• First author original research publications in peer review journals

Desirable

• Research in progress
• Evidence of the ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GMC registration Are on the GMC Specialist Register for Cardiology and have their CCT/CCST or will receive it within six months of the date of interview Additional postgraduate qualifications Essential Completed MD or PhD Other relevant postgraduate qualification (eg MRCP) Clinical training and expertise Essential Evidence of complete, structured and adequate sub-specialist training Evidence of competency in all areas of General Cardiology, basic and complex percutaneous coronary intervention Evidence of the ability to offer expert clinical opinion in coronary revascularisation Desirable Documented evidence of prizes/distinctions awarded Management and training experience Essential Evidence of the ability to manage and lead a cardiology team Teaching experience Essential Evidence of presentations given Desirable Significant experience in the use of simulation teaching Significant experience in the use of simulation teaching Research and audit experience Essential Evidence of audits completed First author original research publications in peer review journals Desirable Research in progress Evidence of the ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems

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

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Castle Lane East

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Castle Lane East

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This advert seeks candidates for employment by University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust or Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust

Are you a final year Occupational Therapy student or a qualified Occupational Therapist who is looking for the next opportunity working as a Rotational OT in Dorset?

Do you have excellent communication skills, a professional and flexible approach and a strong skill base to provide high quality care for our patients?

We are looking to recruit motivated, enthusiastic and forward-thinking Band 5 Occupational Therapists to join the rotational schemes across University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust and Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust.

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is based on three sites: Christchurch Hospital, Poole Hospital and The Royal Bournemouth Hospital and offers the opportunity to work on acute inpatient wards and assessment units; rehabilitation facilities, and in the community, including through our rotational partnership with Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust.

Our rotational posts include:

• Acute Care (Oncology, Surgery, Medicine)
• Older Persons Medicine (Admission Avoidance, Short stay, and Rehabilitation)
• Neurotherapy (Stroke Unit)
• Rehabilitation: inpatient community hospital; home-based community therapy
• Paediatrics
• Local Authority- Social Services

Interview date 9th November 2026

Main duties of the job

• To establish effective communication networks with the patients, carers, multi-disciplinary colleagues in health, social and care settings contributing to clear decision making with regard to treatment principles and discharge planning

• To form professional relationships with patients / carers and communicate with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture, and taking into consideration differences and difficulties

• To communicate effectively sensitive and unwelcome information regarding the patient's likely rehabilitation outcomes and problems surrounding discharge and placement within the community

• To attend and feedback relevant information at ward/ board rounds, team meetings, MDT meetings and case conferences as appropriate to the patient programme

• To demonstrate to relatives, in-formal, and formal carers, specific rehabilitation and manual handling techniques prior to the patient's discharge, to ensure optimum patient care in the community

• To liaise and make appropriate referrals to the Dorset Integrated Health and Care

System and voluntary partners, to voluntary and statutory services in the community

• To be responsible for the maintenance of accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous patient records detailing all Occupational Therapy interventions and significant events, following Trust and departmental policies

Additional contact information

Laura Johns- Early Careers Lead - [email protected]

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not bereimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, DEN, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process

Job summary

Are you searching for a new and exciting, fast paced role?

#TeamUHD are recruiting for a Radiology Clerical Officer to work in our busy radiology department.

You'll be booking appointments over the phone, by letter and also face to face with patients - so excellent communication skills are a must for this role. You'll cover reception and undertake other general administrative office duties as required to provide an all-round efficient administrative service.

We're looking for an enthusiastic, friendly person who is keen to learn and receptive to change, working as part of our wider radiology team.

What we can offer you in return:

• Enhanced annual leave
• Access to health and wellbeing services
• Enrolment into our generous NHS pension scheme
• NHS discounts at thousands of retailers
• Training and development opportunities
• Working with a friendly, inclusive team

Base location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital & Tringham House

Interview date: 3rd & 4th November 2026

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.

Main duties of the job

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job summary

Are you an experienced Information Governance leader looking for an opportunity to shape the governance framework of one of the largest digital transformation programmes in the NHS?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional candidate to join the Healthset Programme as Information Governance Lead.

This is a strategic role at the heart of a major digital transformation programme, supporting the implementation of the Epic Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system across four NHS organisations. Working within a complex multi-organisational environment, you will play a key role in ensuring that information governance, data protection and information security principles are embedded throughout programme delivery.

As the Information Governance Lead, you will act as the programme's subject matter expert for Information Governance and Data Protection, working closely with Data Protection Officers (DPOs), senior leaders and programme teams to ensure compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and wider NHS Information Governance requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence the delivery of a transformational programme that will support safer, more efficient and more connected care for patients and staff across Dorset and Somerset.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Main duties of the job

As the Information Governance Lead, you will provide expert leadership and advice on Information Governance, Data Protection and information risk management across the Healthset Programme. You will lead the development and implementation of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Data Sharing Agreements and other governance processes required to support the successful delivery of the Epic Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system.

Working closely with Data Protection Officers, programme teams and senior stakeholders, you will ensure compliance with data protection legislation, NHS standards and organisational policies, while identifying and mitigating information governance risks.

You will provide specialist advice on complex Information Governance matters, support programme decision-making and help establish consistent governance arrangements across participating organisations. The role will also contribute to the development of policies, guidance and best practice, promoting a strong culture of data protection, information governance and information security throughout the programme.

We are seeking a highly experienced Information Governance professional with excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills, capable of working effectively across organisational boundaries in a complex and evolving environment.

About us

Healthsetis a joint programme across four trusts in Dorset and Somerset to deliver a shared electronic health record (EHR) for acute, community and mental health services, working with our system provider, Epic. This once-in-a-generation programme will transform how information is recorded,sharedand accessed, enabling colleagues to spend less time working around systems and more time caring.

Our teams deliver safe, compassionate care every day, but we still rely on multiple systems, separaterecordsand paper processes. This can mean patients repeating their story and colleagues spending valuable time duplicating work or managing gaps in information. For our digital teams, this means managing multiple legacy systems and data sources to support users to deliver services.

Healthsetis our shared response. By introducing one EHR across our organisations, we will support morejoined-upworking, saferdecision-makingand better use of information, freeing up more time for care.

This ambitious programme will fundamentally change how health and care is delivered across Dorset and Somerset in a way that is clinically and financially sustainable. We will be guided by doing the right thing for our patients, carers,peopleand communities, while creating a working environment that better supports our colleagues.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within our busy Neonatal unit within Bournemouth Maternity and Neonatal on permanent contract. The successful applicants will join a well established team who administer the Neonatal ward.

Applicants should have excellent administrative/clerical experience, and good computer skills. You need to be organised and be able to cope with the day-to-day work that is undertaken by the team. There is a requirement for accuracy, attention to detail and an ability to work in an efficient and timely manner at all times.

Hours:

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 08.30-16.30pm

Main duties of the job

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Senior Assistant Psychologist in our Community Paediatric Service. The vacancy is ideal for candidates who have an interest in working with young people with a diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder/ Condition and their families. The post will involve working closely with external organisations, as well as members of the Multidisciplinary Team which includes Consultant Community Paediatricians, Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Nurses.

Under supervision from the Clinical Psychologist, the successful applicant will work as part of our Autistic Spectrum Disorder Pathway to provide training, support and advice to families who are in the process of seeking an assessment. This pathway is part of The Dorset Development and Behaviour Pathway which is a locally driven initiative designed to inform and support families who access our service.

The post holder will promote and coordinate the patient journey through the service, utilising an evidence based approach. They will act as a single point of contact for families to keep them informed about during the process of assessment and to give practical tips whilst waiting or making referrals to appropriate services.

We are looking for a motivated and flexible individual with an undergraduate/postgraduate degree in Psychology. Strong communication and organisational skills are required.

Interview: 13th November

Main duties of the job

The post will form a key part of the Dorset Development and Behavioural Pathway, specifically supporting the parents/carers of young people with suspected ASD. The post is intended to contribute to an efficient and supported journey for young people and their families/carers within the multiagency diagnostic pathway for ASD and related conditions. It is intended that this role will support clinicians with assessments so that their time and capacity is spent where it is needed most. The post-holder will be involved in information gathering and administering standardised assessments under supervision of the Lead Clinical Psychologist. The post-holder will be able to provide information and signpost parents to Early Help Services across Dorset which can support them further. This post is also intended to support those children and families who do not get a diagnosis but who have outstanding support needs. The post holder will need to make referrals into other services which can help. The post holder will collate and share with families and professionals, up-to-date local and national information on community and digital resources to support young people with ASD. The post holder will be supervised by a registered Clinical Psychologist working in the service.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

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