Total 411 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, mk11su

The duties of the post include the physical and psychiatric assessment and treatment of patients suffering from severe and enduring mental disorders who are admitted to Hazel Ward. The post-holder is required to review new patients within 72 hours of admission. Regular clinical supervision will be provided weekly by the Consultant. The post-holder will work with a medical team consisting of a Consultant Psychiatrist, ward junior doctor and foundation trainee. The post-holder will contribute to the supervision and teaching of the trainees and medical students on rotation, and is expected to contribute and support in other clinical duties (senior reviews of newly admitted patients, report writing, prescribing, etc) and writing discharge summaries. The post-holder may be required to work in other localities in line with the needs of the service. In addition you will have access to the following , Access to Oxford MRCPsych courses for RCPsych examination preparation. One-to-one supervision with a Consultant for personalized professional growth. Actively participate in local Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities. Multiple opportunities for career progression, with up to four referees available for application to Article 14 for entry into the Specialist Register.

To effectively triage and accept referrals to the service, liaising with other professionals and providing initial advice as appropriate. Provide comprehensive mental health and risk assessments of children young people and their families/carers referred in crisis. To manage risk by putting in place care plans, safety & coping plans and other risk interventions in a variety of settings, e.g. A&E, paediatric wards and the community. Providing brief evidence-based crisis interventions to children, young people and families referred to the service, that aim to prevent the need for admission or facilitate safe early discharge from acute hospitals. To engage in assertive outreach work with children/young people and their families where appropriate. To offer and provide a liaison and consultation service to hospital staff and other key agencies working with children, young people and their families/carers including advice to professionals in creating management plans for children and young people presenting with in crisis and/or complex and severe mental health problems. Close liaison with other agencies To provide reports as appropriate to external agencies, ensuring that issues around confidentiality are managed To develop and carry out other nursing roles as required

Specialty Doctor, Hazel Ward 10 Sessions per week

our doctors say that Milton Keynes Mental Health is a place that thrives on innovation and out-of-the-box thinking. If you're someone with fresh ideas and a passion for pioneering approaches, this is the place for you. We actively encourage the development of leadership skills, not just clinically, but also through service development. Your ideas matter here, and we are committed to providing every opportunity for you to bring them to life.

As a Specialty Doctor on Hazel Ward, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in a dynamic environment where your skills and passion for high-quality patient care will flourish. We seek individuals who are highly motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic about making a difference in the acute phase of serious mental illnesses.

Closing Date on : 23/04/2024

Interview Date: 30/04/2024
• Collaborate with a supportive medical team, including a Consultant Psychiatrist and up to two Trainee Doctors.
• Utilize your three years of experience in general adult psychiatry to contribute to the care of male inpatients on a busy acute psychiatric ward.
• Play a pivotal role in supporting the development of Trainee Doctors and provide cover during the absence of the Consultant Psychiatrist.
• Showcase your excellent team-working, organizational, and initiative-taking skills.
• Demonstrate effective communication and empathic skills.

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest trusts in the UK caring for people with a wide range of physical and mental health needs. We have approximately 7,000 staff that provide healthcare to a third of London's population and across wider geographical areas, including Milton Keynes Kent Surrey and Hampshire. As a Foundation Trust we involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run and our future development. Our catchment area spans diverse communities with over 100 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference.

We can offer full access to a wide range of staff Benefits Discounts and Offers you can enjoy when you join CNWL. Some listed but not limited to and some are open to your family too. Please refer to our Reward and wellbeing handbook for more information and full details on the deals you can save money on your weekly food shops cinema tickets meals out and holidays or even weekend breaks.
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Sponsorship for International candidates
• Relocation allowance up to £8000 subject to policy requirement
• Study discounts for staff
• Flexible working
• Interest free loans season tickets and car parking
• Competitive Bank Rates
• Fitness and Wellbeing

The duties of the post include the physical and psychiatric assessment and treatment of patients suffering from severe and enduring mental disorders who are admitted to Hazel Ward. The post-holder is required to review new patients within 72 hours of admission. Regular clinical supervision will be provided weekly by the Consultant.

The post-holder will work with a medical team consisting of a Consultant Psychiatrist, ward junior doctor and foundation trainee. The post-holder will contribute to the supervision and teaching of the trainees and medical students on rotation, and is expected to contribute and support in other clinical duties (senior reviews of newly admitted patients, report writing, prescribing, etc) and writing discharge summaries.

The post-holder may be required to work in other localities in line with the needs of the service.

In addition you will have access to the following ,
• Access to Oxford MRCPsych courses for RCPsych examination preparation.
• One-to-one supervision with a Consultant for personalized professional growth.
• Actively participate in local Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities.
• Multiple opportunities for career progression, with up to four referees available for application to Article 14 for entry into the Specialist Register.


This advert closes on Thursday 24 Oct 2024

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An opportunity has arisen for an experienced CAMHS Liaison and Crisis Support Clinical Nurse Specialist (Band 7) with generic CAMHS experience to work within our pathway.

This is a full-time permanent post and is part of a well-established team where professional development and innovative work is actively encouraged. The post holder will, on a rota basis, provide a 7 day crisis service for young people experiencing mental health problems in the Milton Keynes area. The post will be based within MKUH and the post holder will be expected to maintain the close links with the Hospital.

Milton Keynes (Mk) CAMHS is a very busy & friendly service which welcomes new skills and new ideas. It is part of Central & North West London (CNWL) Foundation Mental Health Trust. We are committed to collaborative multi-disciplinary work and there are very good links with partnership agencies in the borough.

Milton Keynes is a culturally diverse new town and we are keen to provide culturally appropriate services to families. We are looking for an enthusiastic Clinical Nurse Specialist who has CAMHS experience and is able to integrate quickly into a busy CAMHS team.

The post will include professional and practice development and ensuring high quality client centred care is delivered. The post holder will lead by example to maintain high standards of care and practice and to empower colleagues to take on a greater range of clinical tasks to improve client care in the specialist CAMHS service. The post holder will be a highly visible presence in clinical practice and be accessible to clients and their families. They will provide advice and expertise in the management of complex cases.

We are passionate about delivering first-class patient-centred, safe and effective care, whether it is in a hospital setting, in a community clinic or in the patients own home. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Providing top quality care depends on our ability to employ the best people.

We are always looking to recruit outstanding people who will go the extra mile to support our patients, colleagues, teams and the Trust. With every new employee were hoping to find our future leaders and well support our staff by providing opportunities to develop your career. With a diverse culture and equally diverse range of opportunities across mental health, community services, addictions, eating disorders, learning disabilities and more whatever stage of your career you're at, there's always a place for you at CNWL.

The successful applicant may have contact with patients or service users. As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination as this remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients and service users when working on our healthcare settings.
• To effectively triage and accept referrals to the service, liaising with other professionals and providing initial advice as appropriate. Provide comprehensive mental health and risk assessments of children young people and their families/carers referred in crisis.
• To manage risk by putting in place care plans, safety & coping plans and other risk interventions in a variety of settings, e.g. A&E, paediatric wards and the community.
• Providing brief evidence-based crisis interventions to children, young people and families referred to the service, that aim to prevent the need for admission or facilitate safe early discharge from acute hospitals.
• To engage in assertive outreach work with children/young people and their families where appropriate.
• To offer and provide a liaison and consultation service to hospital staff and other key agencies working with children, young people and their families/carers including advice to professionals in creating management plans for children and young people presenting with in crisis and/or complex and severe mental health problems.
• Close liaison with other agencies
• To provide reports as appropriate to external agencies, ensuring that issues around confidentiality are managed
• To develop and carry out other nursing roles as required


This advert closes on Tuesday 15 Oct 2024

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Professional Responsibilities To ensure the Pharmacy department is compliant with relevant statutory and professional standards on Health & Safety, COSHH, Clinical Governance, and Medicines Management by ensuring your actions take account of all guidance provided. To fulfil the duties assigned from time to time as required to meet the needs of the Trust, its patients, staff and visitors; to participate in rotas and flexible arrangements to maintain the services required as defined by the chief pharmacist or pharmacy staff to whom those decisions are delegated Operational Responsibilities (Dispensary & Stores) To undertake all designated and relevant training and consistently demonstrate competence in the relevant underpinning knowledge and skills to obtain an NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Services Skills. To receive prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients via the dispensary reception and undertake other relevant reception duties to complement and supplement the work of our staff Please refer to Job Description for further details We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

Bank Pharmacy Assistant

Department: Pharmacy

Band 2 £23,615 per annum, pro rata

Hours: Zero hours per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic pharmacy assistant to join our bank workforce in supporting the clinical pharmacy team.

Now is an excellent time to become part of the pharmacy team at MKUH; we are a friendly, forward-thinking department who continue to grow in both size and influence. Recent enhancements include a major departmental refurbishment, the introduction of a new Pharmacy Robot, the establishment of a new Pharmacy and Aseptic Unit in the Cancer Centre, and the opening of a new Outpatient Pharmacy.

You will be part of a small team of Pharmacy Assistants support the delivery of pharmacy and medicines across the Trust

Our standard working hours are of four long days (8 am to 6.30 pm) per week, this is flexible to relevant needs and considerations.

If successful, you be joining a supportive team that encourages both professional and personal development. Are you the person to help us make this happen? If so, we look forward to hearing from you.

All offers are subject to satisfactory completion of competency logs

Previous applicants need not apply

Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.

Interview date: 11 November 2024

· Performing environmental monitoring within the department

· To perform, under supervision, all types of pharmaceutical work appropriate to the level of knowledge and experience, in order to participate in the provision of pharmaceutical services to our patients and staff.

· To hold the required academic standard and technical skills of or equivalent to an NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Services Skills (Band 3).

· To act as a dispenser within our hospital pharmacy service, as required as part of our weekend and bank holiday service to the patients of our hospital and other organisations to whom we provide pharmaceutical support

MKUH staff scored highest for ‘I look forward to coming to work’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).

Trust Responsibilities
• To be part of the pharmacy team and work with staff within the pharmacy department and across the Trust to enable the objectives of the Trust to be achieved.
• To contribute to the Trust compliance with Medicines Management standards and the Clinical Governance and Risk Management agendas.

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

Professional Responsibilities
• To ensure the Pharmacy department is compliant with relevant statutory and professional standards on Health & Safety, COSHH, Clinical Governance, and Medicines Management by ensuring your actions take account of all guidance provided.
• To fulfil the duties assigned from time to time as required to meet the needs of the Trust, its patients, staff and visitors; to participate in rotas and flexible arrangements to maintain the services required as defined by the chief pharmacist or pharmacy staff to whom those decisions are delegated

Operational Responsibilities (Dispensary & Stores)
• To undertake all designated and relevant training and consistently demonstrate competence in the relevant underpinning knowledge and skills to obtain an NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Services Skills.
• To receive prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients via the dispensary reception and undertake other relevant reception duties to complement and supplement the work of our staff

Please refer to Job Description for further details

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.


This advert closes on Wednesday 23 Oct 2024

Job Description

Clinical Lead Nurse

Salary: £47,000 - £49,000

Are you a dedicated and experienced nurse with a passion for leadership and a proven track record in nursing homes? We are looking for an experienced Clinical Lead Nurse who thrives in a fast-paced care environment and is committed to delivering outstanding care to older adults, including those with general nursing needs and dementia. In this pivotal role, you will lead, mentor, and inspire a team of healthcare professionals to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained, while making a real difference to the lives of our client's residents.

What We're Looking For:

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with a valid UK NMC Pin.
• Significant experience in nursing home settings, particularly in managing care for older adults and individuals with dementia.
• Proven leadership and management experience, with a track record of building and leading effective care teams.
• Strong clinical knowledge, with the ability to handle complex care needs and make evidence-based decisions.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach to care.
• Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, and thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
• Deep understanding of clinical governance and relevant healthcare regulations, including CQC standards.

Benefits:

• A comprehensive induction programme to ensure you feel supported from day one.
• Paid breaks and enhanced pay rates for bank holidays.
• Free DBS check and fully paid NMC renewal fees.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities to support your career growth.
• Company pension scheme and additional benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strong clinical leadership, guidance, and support to a team of nurses, healthcare assistants, and other care staff.
• Develop, review, and oversee the implementation of personalised care plans, ensuring they reflect each resident's unique needs, preferences, and medical conditions.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of clinical care, ensuring continuous improvements in resident outcomes and service delivery.
• Play a key role in medication management, ensuring all treatments are administered safely and in line with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver holistic, resident-centred care, and advocate for the best clinical practices.
• Provide ongoing training, development, and supervision for nursing and care staff, ensuring professional growth and compliance with best practices.
• Lead on quality assurance initiatives to drive improvements, meet regulatory requirements, and ensure outstanding CQC performance.

If you are an inspiring nurse with a commitment to excellence in elderly care, this is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career. Apply now to become part of a dedicated team that values compassion, teamwork, and the highest standards of care.

Reference: WILL79993/MW

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Company Description

Environmental Health Graduate (12 Month Contract)

Closing Date: Friday 25th October 2024

Start Date: January 2025

Location: Remote. You will be expected to travel across England, ideally living in the Central Region of England. This role will require occasional overnight stays.

Salary: Up to £35,000 DOE

Benefits:

• Funding and support in completing EHORB Registration
• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Plus your birthday off
• Company car scheme or car allowance
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme

We believe that it is our people that set us apart, that’s why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

Job Description

• Provide professional food safety, health & safety and related support to the operations team as required.
• Carry out visits to locations to offer support and complete audits to ensure locations are legally compliant as well as company policy compliant and following industry “Best Practice”.
• Review accident and incident reports to ensure the necessary corrective actions have been taken following an accident or near miss.
• Undertake accident, allergy incident and alleged food poisoning investigations, working to identify root causes, attending client meetings with operations where required.
• Support for developing, engaging and rolling out safety initiatives and information to meet the company’s expectations.
• Support the development of a strong safety culture across the contract.
• Support with online systems, to ensure compliance and raise maintenance tickets to support with location safety.
• Support in the management and review of third party and client audits.
• Prepare reports and present at meetings both internally and with the client.
• Attend Client meetings to offer sound advice and help ensure BaxterStorey policies & practices mesh with Client requirements.
• Work with the wider Food, Health & Safety Team to review and develop safety documentation, projects, training, and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Recent Graduate of a BSc or MSc in Environmental Health.
• Must have full driving licence.
• You draw satisfaction from influencing, training and supporting a team.
• Possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Have the ability to display a real passion for food and customer service
• Keep up to date with appropriate legislation and company policy and procedures

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.

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A Vacancy at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.


Principal Pharmacist – Unplanned Surgery and Critical Care

Department: Pharmacy

Band 8a £53,755 - £60,504 Per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

Are you an experienced pharmacist with a passion for the care of patients undergoing unplanned surgery? Are you keen to develop our pharmaceutical care of critically ill patient across the hospital? Would you like to be part of our multi-disciplinary team who contribute to the care of these patient groups throughout their hospital journey? If this describes you, we invite you to get in touch with us.

Now is an excellent time to become part of the pharmacy team at MKUH; we are a friendly, forward-thinking, and innovative department who continue to grow in both size and influence. Recent enhancements to our working environment include a major departmental refurbishment, the introduction of a new Pharmacy Robot, the establishment of a new Pharmacy and Aseptic Unit in the Cancer Centre, and the opening of a new Outpatient Pharmacy.

Are you the person to help us make this happen? If so, we look forward to hearing from you.

For additional information about this post, please contact:
Jill McDonald (Associate Director of Pharmacy – Clinical Services, Education, Training & Workforce) on 01908 995712 or jill.mcdonald@mkuh.nhs.uk

Interviews. W/c 4th November 2024

Our services are evolving to provide our pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with more time to work alongside patients while supporting their medical and nursing colleagues. Our commitment is to ensure that every patient receives safe, high-quality care, placing our patients at the heart of our mission. This role is an ideal opportunity for a skilled and dedicated pharmacist looking for experience at a more senior level.

To support the provision of clinical pharmacy services across the Surgery Division, we are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated pharmacist to join our team and lead the Medicines Optimisation services to unplanned surgery and critical care patients.

Working alongside the Pharmacist Manager / Clinical Lead for Surgery & Womens and Children and other Principal Pharmacists with the Division of Surgery, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of Medicines Optimisation and Clinical Pharmacy services across the surgical division and for the management of specialist, rotational and foundation pharmacists working within your area.

Our standard working hours consist of four long days (8 am to 6.30 pm) per week; in addition you will be required to work Saturdays, Sundays, and Bank Holidays on a rota basis. After a period of induction and training, you will contribute to the two-tier pharmacy out-of-hours service.



'90% reported feeling trusted to do their job and always knowing their responsibilities.'(NHS Staff Survey 2023).

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

We are looking for an individual who shows a commitment to delivering excellence and working with us to make pharmacy a great place to be, for all staff in our wider team.

A can-do approach and commitment to self and service development is essential. If you are passionate about medicines optimisation and developing pharmacy services for the future, this post is an ideal opportunity for you to build upon your clinical experience and further develop your management and leadership skills.

This role is crucial to the delivery, development, and evaluation of pharmaceutical services across the hospital. It plays a key part in helping divisions optimise medicines use within available resources.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.


This advert closes on Monday 21 Oct 2024

A Vacancy at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.


Pharmacist Manager-Medicines Optimisation & Clinical Lead for Care of the Elderly

Department: Pharmacy

Band 8b £62,215 - £72,293 Per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

Are you a highly experienced clinical pharmacist with a passion for high quality patient centred care? Do you have experience across a wide range of medical specialities? Are you experienced at working within the wider multi-disciplinary team and showcasing the unique skills which the pharmacy team can add to patient care? Are you keen to harness the skills of both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to support the development of pharmaceutical care fit for the future?

Now is an excellent time to join of the pharmacy team at MKUH; we are a friendly, forward-thinking, and innovative department who continue to grow in both size and influence. Recent enhancements to our working environment include a major departmental refurbishment, the introduction of a new Pharmacy Robot, the establishment of a new Pharmacy and Aseptic Unit in the Cancer Centre, and the opening of a new Outpatient Pharmacy.

Are you the person to help us make this happen? If so, we look forward to hearing from you.

For additional information about this post, please contact:
Jill McDonald (Associate Director of Pharmacy – Clinical Services, Education, Training & Workforce) on 01908 995712 or jill.mcdonald@mkuh.nhs.uk

Interviews: W/c 4th November 2024

You will work closely with the Clinical Director of Pharmacy, Associate Director of Pharmacy (Clinical Services & Workforce), Associate Director of Pharmacy (Operations & Governance) and the Chief Pharmacy Technician to develop and implement the strategy for the future of our pharmacy services.

Along with the Pharmacist Manager – Medicines Optimisation / Clinical Lead for Medicine and the Pharmacist Manager – Medicines Optimisation / Clinical Lead for Surgery and Womens & Childrens, you will be responsible for the development, delivery and evaluation of Medicines Optimisation and Clinical Pharmacy Services across all divisions within the organisation.

You will also be responsible for ensuring there is adequate clinical supervision and line management support for the principal, specialist, rotational and foundation pharmacists working within the clinical service.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who shows a commitment to delivering excellence and working with us to make MKUH pharmacy a great place to work.

Our standard working hours consist of four long days (8 am to 6.30 pm) per week; in addition you will be required to work Saturdays, Sundays, and Bank Holidays on a rota basis. After a period of induction and training, you will contribute to the two-tier pharmacy out-of-hours service.

'83% of this staff group report that their immediate manager shows a positive interest in their health and well-being, cares about their concerns and provides adequate support.’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

We are looking for an experienced clinician and inspirational leader to join our team as the Pharmacist Manager – Medicines Optimisation / Clinical Lead for Care of Older People & Frailty within the Pharmacy Department at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

This role is crucial to the delivery, development, and evaluation of pharmaceutical services across the hospital and plays a key role in helping divisions optimise medicines use within available resources.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.


This advert closes on Monday 21 Oct 2024

A Vacancy at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.


Pharmacist Manager - Medicine Optimisation & Clinical Lead for Surgery & Women's

Department: Pharmacy

Band 8b £62,215 - £72,293 Per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

Are you a highly experienced clinical pharmacist with a passion for high quality patient centred care? Do you have experience across a wide range of surgical specialities? Do you have experience of working in paediatrics? Are you experienced at working within the wider multi-disciplinary team and showcasing the unique skills which the pharmacy team can add to patient care? Are you keen to harness the skills of both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to support the development of pharmaceutical care fit for the future?

Now is an excellent time to join of the pharmacy team at MKUH; we are a friendly, forward-thinking, and innovative department who continue to grow in both size and influence. Recent enhancements to our working environment include a major departmental refurbishment, the introduction of a new Pharmacy Robot, the establishment of a new Pharmacy and Aseptic Unit in the Cancer Centre, and the opening of a new Outpatient Pharmacy.

For additional information about this post, please contact:
Jill McDonald (Associate Director of Pharmacy – Clinical Services, Education, Training & Workforce) on 01908 995712 or jill.mcdonald@mkuh.nhs.uk

Interviews. W/c 4th November 2024



You will work closely with the Clinical Director of Pharmacy, Associate Director of Pharmacy (Clinical Services & Workforce), Associate Director of Pharmacy (Operations & Governance) and the Chief Pharmacy Technician to develop and implement the strategy for the future of our pharmacy services.

Along with the Pharmacist Manager – Medicines Optimisation / Clinical Lead for Medicine and the Pharmacist Manager – Medicines Optimisation / Clinical Lead for Care of Older People & Frailty, you will be responsible for the development, delivery and evaluation of Medicines Optimisation and Clinical Pharmacy Services across all divisions within the organisation.

You will also be responsible for ensuring there is adequate clinical supervision and line management support for the principal, specialist, rotational and foundation pharmacists working within the clinical service.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who shows a commitment to delivering excellence and working with us to make MKUH pharmacy a great place to work.

Our standard working hours consist of four long days (8 am to 6.30 pm) per week; in addition you will be required to work Saturdays, Sundays, and Bank Holidays on a rota basis. After a period of induction and training, you will contribute to the two-tier pharmacy out-of-hours service.

'83% of this staff group report that their immediate manager shows a positive interest in their health and well-being, cares about their concerns and provides adequate support.’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

We are looking for an experienced clinician and inspirational leader to join our team as the Pharmacist Manager – Medicines Optimisation / Clinical Lead for Surgery and Womens & Childrens within the Pharmacy Department at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

This role is crucial to the delivery, development, and evaluation of pharmaceutical services across the hospital and plays a key role in helping divisions optimise medicines use within available resources.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details.

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.


This advert closes on Monday 21 Oct 2024

We are looking for an experienced clinician and inspirational leader to join our team as the Pharmacist Manager Medicines Optimisation / Clinical Lead for Care of Older People & Frailty within the Pharmacy Department at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This role is crucial to the delivery, development, and evaluation of pharmaceutical services across the hospital and plays a key role in helping divisions optimise medicines use within available resources. Please refer to the Job Description for further details We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

We are looking for an experienced clinician and inspirational leader to join our team as the Pharmacist Manager Medicines Optimisation / Clinical Lead for Surgery and Womens & Childrens within the Pharmacy Department at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This role is crucial to the delivery, development, and evaluation of pharmaceutical services across the hospital and plays a key role in helping divisions optimise medicines use within available resources. Please refer to the Job Description for further details. We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

Please see attached job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

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