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Role includes: Handling general administrative tasks, such as serving as the primary contact for distributing electronic communications and redirecting complex queries from stakeholders to the appropriate colleagues. Scheduling meetings and appointments using the calendar system for both external stakeholders and internal colleagues. Offering administrative support to the team as needed, including taking and distributing meeting minutes or notes and following up on actions from previous meetings. Establishing and maintaining effective electronic filing systems and managing the team's electronic diary. Utilising various IT applications to maintain existing and new project/program data collection systems/databases, providing accurate and timely information for the team's use. Collaborating with managers and colleagues to consistently enhance the quality of care and outcomes for patients. For key role specifics, responsibilities, accountabilities and essential/desirable criteria; please refer to the Substantive Job Description and Person Specification.

- Perform ECGs and Spirometry on both outpatient and inpatients. - Fit and download ambulatory BP and ECG monitoring. - Accurately record ECG's in high risk areas [such as A&E] and report abnormal findings to appropriate staff - Keep up to date with mandatory training. Performs BLS in the presence of a cardiac arrest. - Act independently, managing your own work load.

To assist the Technical Services Manager in the operational management anddevelopment of the pharmacy stores and distribution service. To update and take responsibility for departmental policies and procedures for operationalactivities within the pharmacy department and stores areas. To plan, co-ordinate and manage the workload of pharmacy technical and support staffwithin the Pharmacy store. To ensure safe systems are in operation for receipt and distribution of medicines within pharmacy stores. To work with the Technical Services Manager to support performance management targetswithin the Pharmacy store. To ensure compliance with relevant Trust, regional and national guidelines with regards tomedicines receipt and Good Distribution Practice. To manage logistics and transfer of medicines between all sites of Liverpool UniversityHospitals NHS Foundation Trust and external customers. To ensure compliance with WDA(H) regulations set out by the MHRA in the capacity ofOperational Store Lead for the applicable hospital site(s) To support workforce planning for technical and support staff by actively participating instaff recruitment. To support with medicines procurement and monitoring supply disruptions, ensuring the safe and effective management and communication of issues impacting on the Trust.

Key responsibilities of the role include: Managing network infrastructure and services to meet the needs of the NHS Providing expert technical support for network services Ensuring network security and compliance with relevant standards and policies Identifying and resolving network issues to minimise downtime and improve performance Collaborating with other IT teams and stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions. To be successful in this role, you will need: Proven experience as a Network Engineer, with expertise in Cisco network technologies In-depth knowledge of network security best practices Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels Experience of designing and implementing network solutions in a complex network environment.

Description We are seeking a highly motivated Clinical Pharmacist to join our team in North Liverpool PCN. As a Network Pharmacist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications, providing pharmaceutical care and expertise to patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. If you are passionate about improving patient care and making a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you. North Liverpool is the largest PCN in Liverpool with 21 practices and a weighted population size of approximately 150,000 patients. We have a large pharmacy team consisting of 14 pharmacists and 9 technicians. We offer supportive induction training to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to become an effective member of the team. We also offer training and education to support you to develop further.

Job Purpose The System Support Service Manager will assist the Head of Service in delivering high-quality System Support and Registration Authority services across Informatics Merseyside Partner Organisations (POs) and other customer organisations. The role involves promoting best practices and process consistency, identifying critical success factors (CSFs), and key performance indicators (KPIs) for effective service monitoring and reporting. The manager will provide leadership and line management for direct reports, ensuring team compliance with Trust policies and procedures, while motivating and inspiring the team. Principal Responsibilities The System Support Service Manager will lead and manage systems support and registration authority services across Informatics Merseyside POs, ensuring high data quality and system integrity. Responsibilities include managing the release process for application changes, ensuring compliance with Change Advisory Boards, and overseeing system integration and implementation. The manager will also lead post-implementation reviews, negotiate system releases and developments with POs and third parties, and ensure that all necessary training and awareness initiatives are communicated to the team. The role requires a deep understanding of NHS policies, and the manager will provide guidance on data quality and policy interpretation. The manager will also lead supplier negotiations, ensuring proper contract management, fault resolution, and training, and will audit compliance with strategies and policies, reporting to the relevant committees. Performance Management The manager will lead the provision of effective system support and registration authority services across Partner Organisations, supporting their performance measurement agendas and ensuring business and governance needs are met within agreed deadlines. This includes monitoring Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Operational Level Agreements (OLAs), ensuring all systems are capable of appropriate data capture for statutory, local, and commissioning reporting. The manager will monitor service targets, quality standards, and performance levels, contributing to the development and implementation of KPIs and CSFs. Regular management reports will be produced to track performance, and any performance issues will be communicated to Account Managers for further action. Strategic Role The System Support Service Manager will assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, protocols, and standards related to system support and registration authority services. The role involves contributing to business plans and service improvement plans, ensuring alignment with national and local guidelines. The manager will also contribute relevant service provision information to Account Managers to enable comprehensive reporting to Partner Organisations. Research The role requires the manager to stay informed about the latest and emerging processes and procedures related to data, application support, and integration techniques. This involves researching best practices, suggesting improvements to the services provided by the System Support and Registration Authority functions, and possibly conducting surveys or audits to support service enhancements. HR Management The System Support Service Manager will have day-to-day management responsibilities, overseeing a team of staff across multiple sites. This includes performance management, appraisals, and dealing with disciplinary issues where appropriate. The manager will develop objectives and performance plans for the team, ensuring alignment with Informatics Merseyside's aims and objectives. The role also involves ensuring effective communication within the team and providing leadership to maintain high service standards. Staffing needs will be analysed with consideration of budgetary implications, and the manager will be involved in recruitment processes, including drafting job descriptions, shortlisting, and interviewing candidates. Financial Responsibility The manager will oversee contracts with third-party system suppliers, ensuring value for money and responsiveness. This includes providing information to assist with financial planning and budgeting, ensuring systems accurately record information for timely data submission, and managing within project budget constraints. Education, Training, and Development The role requires a commitment to personal and professional development, with a focus on training and supporting team members' career development. The manager will ensure that both themselves and their team have up-to-date Personal Development Plans, with regular reviews and skills development to maintain service standards. Annual performance reviews will be conducted for all team members, with ongoing follow-up on any identified actions. Generic Responsibilities All staff, including the System Support Service Manager, are expected to commit to the Trust's vision and values, supporting Mersey Care in delivering high-quality services. This includes role modelling the Trust's values, challenging stigma, working across boundaries to improve services, maintaining a knowledge base, respecting equality and diversity, and complying with health and safety legislation. The manager will also be responsible for data accuracy and protection, adhere to the NHS Constitution, participate in Just and Learning Culture initiatives, and encourage an open and respectful workplace environment.

The job role will involve performing electrocardiograms in ward areas, clinics and A&E at Aintree and also in our community based clinics in Litherland and Maghull. The role also includes application of ambulatory ECG and blood pressure monitors. Suitable candidates would ideally be expected to have prior experience of basic cardiac anatomy, ECG recording and ambulatory monitors. In-service training will be provided to potential candidates with limited previous experience.

Description We are seeking a highly motivated Clinical Pharmacist to join our team in North Liverpool PCN. As a Network Pharmacist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications, providing pharmaceutical care and expertise to patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. If you are passionate about improving patient care and making a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you. North Liverpool is the largest PCN in Liverpool with 21 practices and a weighted population size of approximately 150,000 patients. We have a large pharmacy team consisting of 14 pharmacists and 9 technicians. We offer supportive induction training to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to become an effective member of the team. We also offer training and education to support you to develop further.

Job Summary Assist the Technical Services Manager in the operational management and development of the pharmacy department. Provide support and deputise for the Technical Services Manager as required. Monitor and manage Commercial Medicines Unit pharmacy contracts and be responsible for ensuring the Pharmacy stock control system is kept up to date with the latest information. Monitor current and forecasted supply disruptions, liaising with the Deputy Chief Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technical Services Manager and taking necessary actions to ensure the safe and effective management of issues impacting on the Trust. Co-operate with all pharmacy staff in providing and developing an efficient and comprehensive pharmaceutical service for patients of the hospital. Work in collaboration with the Technical Services Manager and organise, supervise and line manage staff working in the department as necessary. Update and take responsibility for departmental policies and procedures (SOPs) for operational activities within the pharmacy department, including for the Purchasing and Invoicing of medicines. Ensure medicines management compliance as per Trust, regional and national guidelines. Support workforce planning for technical and support staff by actively participating in staff recruitment. Key Responsibilities Operational Liaise with and provide information to the pharmacy staff in relation to initiating orders for stock items and other special items, directing and prioritising when needed. Respond to queries from pharmacy staff regarding stock supply, lead times, supply issues and provide specialist technical advice on the procurement of medicines for the trust. Lead and organise the purchasing and invoicing staff in maintaining contract details for CMU regional contracts and send contract information to Lloyds pharmacy contacts for both sites. Support the Pharmacy Technical Services Manager by attending CMU North-West Operational Group meetings when required. Ensure trust specific issues relating to contracts and contract lines are raised to the Regional Procurement Pharmacist. Attend external meetings relating to purchasing as and when required. Ensure mandatory checks of Unlicensed medicines are carried out on receipt of deliveries in line with MHRA recommendations. Monitor the UL medicines process to ensure SOPs are followed and that documentation is completed and stored appropriately. Support Cost Improvement Programmes (CIP) by ensuring cost savings identified are reported appropriately. Monitor off contract spend and support the purchasing and invoicing team to identify off contract claims. Oversee the claim submissions to ensure that these are processed in line with the terms and conditions. Utilise reporting within Exend+ and complete appropriate mapping to ensure external benchmarking data is accurate and up to date. Monitor efficiency of invoice processing and provide support with invoice discrepancies. Liaise with finance colleagues to resolve issues. Highlight drug cost pressures to the Deputy Chief Pharmacist and work together to support the rational and cost-effective purchase of medicines. Communicate key medicine shortages effectively and provide up-to-date information relating to stock shortages across the trust and work with the pharmacy team to manage issues. Develop and maintain a procurement performance dashboard. Support the Technical Services Manager by producing monthly reports for inclusion in the departmental KPIs. Ensure ordering, invoice and computer documentation is completed and up to date. Communicate with a wide range of healthcare professionals, pharmacy staff, external wholesalers and suppliers on a wide range of issues relating to medicines. This may include advice, guidance, statistical information and or financial information around contracts/invoices as well as stock shortages and issues. Locate supplies of medicines in other hospitals, pharmaceutical manufacturers or wholesalers if required in an emergency. Support the Pharmacy team with responding to medicine recalls of all classes. Participate in dealing with National Patient Safety alerts and ensure assigned actions are carried out or delegated appropriately. Possesses knowledge across a range of pharmacy procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge, experience and relevant practices. To support Dispensary and Ward Based Services in a safe and efficient manner to ensure operation in line with best practice. To co-ordinate technical and support staff, organising work schedules and ensure that staff respond to the changing demands during the working day, ensuring an efficient skill mix. Participate in regular Senior Technical Team meetings and cascade information to relevant technical and support staff groups. Attend relevant Pharmacy staff meetings on a regular basis and to co-operate with the Deputy Chief Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technical Services Manager regarding the strategic development of the Pharmacy Purchasing service. To counsel and educate patients and carers on the correct use of their medication and assess their understanding of the medicines prescribed. To work alongside the pharmacy EPMA team in the management of current and future digital systems initiatives. To support the Pharmacy Technical Services Manager in the management of clinical trial activities. Manages and coordinates audits/research work to identify good practice and potential service developments. Managerial/Leadership To work independently within appropriate guidelines, referring to manager when necessary. Management of technical and support staff; participate in appraisal/PDRs, sickness absence, recruitment and selection decisions, departmental workload and allocation. Adhere to and promote the NHS code of conduct for managers and staff. In the absence of Technical Services Manager, represent the pharmacy service on relevant Trust and external committees. Clinical Governance / Quality Ensure that Clinical Governance across medicines supply aspects of the pharmacy service is performed. Ensure technical and support staff are aware of their responsibilities under health and safety legislation and they are appropriately trained and provided with any necessary equipment to carry out their function. Ensure all ward based and dispensary technical and support staff comply with mandatory training requirements and professional registration. Use the Trusts incident reporting system to report and manage any medication errors, medicine alerts and medicine recalls. Education, Training & Development To be responsible for the internal training packages for pharmacy staff, ensuring all relevant staff successfully complete as is required by department policies and procedures. To undertake appropriate training courses and encourage other staff to undertake further training. To foster a culture of continuing professional education and vocational training of all technical and support staff. Deliver education/training programmes to Trust employees, internal and external to the pharmacy department. General To participate in and fully co-operate with Bank Holiday, Statutory Holiday, weekend, early morning and evening services as per departmental arrangements. To work in all sections of the department as required by the Pharmacy Technical Services Manager. To uphold Trust and Pharmacy departmental policies and procedures at all times. To undertake such reasonable duties as may be required from time to time. To adapt and adhere to changes that may occur, which affect the current practices within the pharmacy department, such as the introduction of new equipment, policies and hours of working, after discussion and reasonable notice.

Key responsibilities of the role include: Managing network infrastructure and services to meet the needs of the NHS Providing expert technical support for network services Ensuring network security and compliance with relevant standards and policies Identifying and resolving network issues to minimise downtime and improve performance Collaborating with other IT teams and stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions. To be successful in this role, you will need: Proven experience as a Network Engineer, with expertise in Cisco network technologies In-depth knowledge of network security best practices Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels Experience of designing and implementing network solutions in a complex network environment.

Description We are seeking a highly motivated Clinical Pharmacist to join our team in North Liverpool PCN. As a Network Pharmacist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications, providing pharmaceutical care and expertise to patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. If you are passionate about improving patient care and making a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you. North Liverpool is the largest PCN in Liverpool with 21 practices and a weighted population size of approximately 150,000 patients. We have a large pharmacy team consisting of 14 pharmacists and 9 technicians. We offer supportive induction training to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to become an effective member of the team. We also offer training and education to support you to develop further.

The Trusts Education and Training team are central to this, and the specialist for our new Learning Management System (LMS) will be an integral part of the Training and Development team, while working closely with our LMS supplier to be the lead expert in the Trust.

Please see the job description and person specification document for detailed information about the job description for this vacancy.

The network development component of this post comprises liaising with clinical leads and preterm birth teams in the local units in Cheshire and Mersey to reduce variation and improve outcomes for women at risk of preterm birth. The management component of this post comprises experience in applied research and clinical management in obstetrics, a research area in which Liverpool leads internationally. It is anticipated that the clinical component on the rota will be 2 days per week. The candidate would be expected to participate in all PTB prevention clinic sessions (currently 1.5/week) at Liverpool Womens Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and will have access to training in insertion of cervical cerclage.

Job Responsibilities Leadership of the pharmacy dispensing service within site including business and strategic planning and the development and continuous improvement of patient care processes. Provide a visible, accessible and authoritative presence across the dispensary service in order that staff, patients and their families can have confidence and seek advice and support. Work collaboratively with other Technical Services Leads to remove variation and support joined up working. Responsible for the strategic direction of the dispensing service and for delivery of a dispensing service that meets the needs of the Trust. Responsible for ensuring that systems are in place to control the dispensing and distribution of medicines safely, effectively, efficiently and in compliance with all relevant legislation, the Trust Medicines Management Policy and other relevant policies. Responsible for stock control of medicines in the dispensary ensuring systems are in place to manage the storage and distribution of medicines safely, effectively, efficiently and in compliance with all relevant legislation, the Trust Medicines Management Policy and Trust standards of corporate governance. Lead, develop, deliver and evaluate the dispensing service provided by LUHFT to other organisations under SLAs. Ensure the pharmacy department is adequately staffed 7 days a week with technical staff at all times by overseeing rotas and workload allocation, leading on recruitment and selection of locums, reviewing shift patterns and forward planning services for staff within the teams. Manage service provision at weekends, evenings and bank holidays for dispensary staff. Responsible for the performance and personal development of dispensary staff by way of check ins, appraisals, service improvement objectives and personal development plans. Lead on ensuring all HR policies and procedures are adhered to for all dispensary staff including attendance capability and disciplinary policy. Responsible for ensuring robust business continuity plans are in place for the pharmacy dispensing service. Ensure the GPHC pharmacy standards are met and the dispensary and satellites will meet inspection criteria. Person Specification Qualifications NVQ LEVEL 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences Accredited accuracy checker Management/ leadership training or experience Experience Essential Management of a team of technicians Significant experience in hospital Pharmacy Services Previous experience in a team leader role Experience of setting and maintaining high standards