Total 14 job vacancies by The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

An excellent development opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and committed individual to gain specialised oncology skills in a clinical role.
We are looking for a motivated pharmacy technician to join our diverse Clinical Pharmacy team to develop and deliver an advanced, patient-centred medicines pharmacy service on the Olayan day unit.

You will be a key member of staff working within the Day Unit helping to deliver an effective and safe service by counselling the patients on all their supportive medication and oral chemotherapy.

You must have excellent communicational skills, the ability to work on your own as well as within a team and be highly motivated to deliver excellent patient care.

There will be a requirement to participate in the Saturday service and Bank holiday service.

Applicants must be a registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council; you must be willing to obtain the accredited checking pharmacy technician qualification and the practise supervisor qualification. This is a full-time post and is based on the Sutton Site of the Royal Marsden NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised that because of the high level of responses we receive for some of our vacancies, we may expire any of them prior to the advertised closing date. Therefore, you are urged to submit your application as soon as possible.

1.1. To develop, maintain and manage the safe, efficient, and cost-effective supply of medicines to patients attending the Oak Cancer Centre.

1.2. To deliver quality care to patients attending the oak cancer centre through efficient medicines optimisation including where required; effective patient/carers education on medicines, assessment of patient’s own medication, medicines reconciliation, individual patient dispensing, and discharge planning.

1.3. To support with clinical audits, data collection and implementation of developments to enhance the needs of the patient.

1.4. To support the Day Unit Pharmacists with the delivery of any service developments associated with medicine optimisation pharmacy service to meet local and national requirements

1.5. To participate with the dispensing, final checking and issuing of medicines to deliver a safe service when required.

1.6. To support any operational tasks as required in line with those of the wider medicines management technician team.

1.7. To be the practice supervisor for trainee pharmacy staff when required

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Day-care Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

2.1. To be responsible for completing the medicine reconciliation process and ordering of medicines as an accredited medicines optimisation pharmacy technician when necessary

2.2. To support and empower patients and carers with self-administration of medicines where possible

2.3. To support the management of the medication supply pathway including the efficient transfer of medicines between day units and wards.

2.4. Ensure patients receiving ‘to take out’ (TTO) medication are appropriately counselled by undertaking specific accreditations in order to carry out counselling for supportive and anti-cancer (SACT) medicines

2.5. To liaise with the clinical unit and pharmacy teams to resolve any technical queries or problems with patients, referring to pharmacist when required.


This advert closes on Monday 25 Nov 2024

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We have 1 endoscopy procedure suite with 5 recovery bays and an endoscopy decontamination unit. Endoscopy decontamination service is providing service cross site with two Wassenburg machine running service 24/7. We are performing endoscopic therapeutic intervention and surveillance procedures covering the North West London and regional referrals including private patient.

We are currently recruiting due to expansion of service and if you are an experienced motivated endoscopy practitioner we would like to invite you to join our unique diverse team. The successful candidates will play a central role in working as part of a motivated and committed senior endoscopy practitioner at the RMH Chelsea. This will involve working with a wide range of complex cases.

You will have clinical experience in endoscopy and pre-assessment, and with the relevant experience in the care of patient for endoscopy intervention. We strive for excellence in all that we do and value the importance of reflection, critical thinking and promote professional development.

1.1 To coordinate and supervise a shift, communicating effectively with members of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality, evidence-led care to patients. This involves managing a wide range of complex and sometimes conflicting priorities.
1.2 To exercise clinical judgment and decision making about patient needs in accordance with locally agreed protocols and individualised care plans of the patients within Endoscopy.
1.3 To help foster a supportive working environment and maintain staff morale
1.4 To assume personal accountability for nursing care delivered to a patient in accordance with the NMC code of conduct. There is an expectation for post holders:
• To promote a safe clinical environment for all patients, visitors and staff
• To participate in Trust initiatives around infection control and care quality indicators
• To assist with any local or trust initiatives to ensure the continuous improvement of the quality of services and safeguarding of high standards of care
• To be aware of all hospital policies and procedures and collaborate with other health care professionals to ensure that these are observed

The Senior Staff Nurse is responsible for assisting the Charge Nurse in the management of the clinical environment and for the management of shifts. At Senior Staff Nurse level, the post holder is required to take responsibility for the management and development of a team of employees under the supervision of the Charge Nurse.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification

2.1 Clinical Responsibility – Patient Care
2.1.1 To complete the first level assessment of patients with cancer and their families to gain an understanding of their physiological, psycho-social, spiritual and cultural needs and to develop a positive, realistic and supportive attitude to ensure that these needs are met.
2.1.2 To be clinically safe and proficient within the different areas of Endoscopy.
a. Pre-assessment - sedation and general anaesthetic
b. Bowel preparation dispensing
c. Hydrogen breath testing clinic
d. Admissions- preparation of patients on the day of the procedure
e. Procedure Room – assisting endoscopists with the following procedures as a minimum (Colonoscopy, Gastroscopy, Endoscopy Ultrasound EUS/FNA, EMR, Polypectomy, Cystoscopy, Endobronchial Ultrasound – EBUS)
f. Recovery and Discharge – 1st and 2nd stage recovery of patients having sedation and general anaesthetic
2.1.3 To plan, document, deliver and evaluate care plans from admission through to discharge / transfer discussing this with the patient, their family and multi-disciplinary teams and to alert the Charge Nurse of any changes.
2.1.4 To provide skilled care and expertise in venepuncture and / or cannulation.



This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Sep 2024

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We are looking for a highly dynamic clinical manager ideally with Junior Sister experience and a background of SACT, haematology-oncology and Stem cell transplant experience.

Bud Flanagan East Ward comprises of 16 single, en suite rooms, providing a protected environment for adult patients who require intensive chemotherapy and haematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about haemato-oncology and stem cell transplant nursing, with the vision and passion to help optimise high quality patient care. They will use clinical expertise, leadership and management skills to ensure co-ordination of the care of patients with a Haemato-oncology malignancy, providing a seamless service for patients and their families.

They will be responsible for providing strong proactive leadership of the nursing and support worker team, which is motivating, supportive whilst upholding the trust’s values of pioneering change, pursuing excellence, working collaboratively, and showing kindness.
• Manage a co-ordinated nursing service in liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team maximising high quality patient care.
• To maintain clinical credibility through practice and to utilise the findings of nursing research and evidence-based care to optimise high quality patient care.
• To monitor and review nursing practice regularly, participating in audits which must include documentation in accordance with Trust policy and NMC Guidelines

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
• Within the framework of Primary Team Nursing, to maintain the continuity of quality nursing care that responds flexibly to patients’ and carers’ needs and includes a safe discharge to the community or relevant care setting.
• Monitoring of trends and prevalence’s of clinical incidents according to the Trust’s Clinical Governance
• Guidance and Directives and develop strategies to prevent them reoccurring.
• To undertake first level assessment of the needs of the patient and family. Planning, delivering and evaluating their care throughout their stay from admission to discharge/transfer including complex care packages e.g. discharge of a post allogeneic transplant patient.


This advert closes on Wednesday 28 Aug 2024

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Outpatients are seeking an enthusiastic Senior receptionist/administration officer to help maintain the efficient administration in their departments at our Sutton Site. This post is vital to the smooth running of the main outpatient clinics. You will work in a busy environment, providing a reception service for patients and relatives. The role also includes preparing medical records for the consultant's clinics.

As a member of a mulit-disciplinary team, you should possess excellent interpersonal, verbal communication and organisational skills. Keyboard/IT skills are essential and hospital experience is desirable. The post is for 37.5 Hours a week Monday - Friday, for further information please contact Tracey Lover on 0208 661 3828.

This post will be working in the new Oak Cancer Centre (OCC). The OCC is opened its doors in 2023 in Sutton and will speed up the translation of world-leading research into breakthroughs in treatment and care, transforming the lives of cancer patients at The Royal Marsden and beyond.

• A hub of innovation and discovery: This new centre will bring together more than 400 researchers under the same roof as patients and clinicians, in the Kuok Group Foundation Research Centre, speeding up the development of life saving treatments.

• Earlier diagnosis: Not only will the Charles Wolfson Rapid Diagnostic Centre help more people receive an early diagnosis, but our researchers will also find new and faster ways to identify cancer.

• Greater capacity: The Oak Cancer Centre will increase our capacity giving more patients access to our expert treatment and care.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
• To ensure that the reception desks within the Outpatient and RDAC Departments are adequately covered at all times and telephone calls are handled in a professional manner. To be responsible for ensuring that on arrival patients are booked for blood test as directed by the nurses/medical team.
• To check that the patient’s arrival and departure times are entered accurately on the Digital Health Record (DHR)
• To ensure that all patient appointments are booked accurately and to liaise with clinics regarding overbookings to minimise patient waiting times.
• To work within clinics assisting nurses and doctors to ensure the smooth running of the clinic. To ensure all clinic documentation and results are ready for the clinic.
• To re-organise appointments at the request of patients or medical staff and to inform patients where necessary. To book appointments for clinics within the Royal Marsden Foundation Trust and any other outside hospitals when requested.
• To provide a scanning system for all documents of importance at the end of each clinic and to ensure they are accurately recorded.


This advert closes on Tuesday 20 Aug 2024

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Senior Pharmacy Technician, SACT Distribution Unit (SDU) Band 5 - Sutton based.

An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic and self-motivated professional to join our pharmacy team at the Sutton site of the Royal Marsden.

You will be part of a team consisting of Pharmacists, Technicians and Assistants, who are always striving for excellence in all aspects of our work. We are working collaboratively as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure we always deliver outstanding care to our patients.

It is an exciting time to join the Royal Marsden Hospital Pharmacy Department. Our service is built around providing a high-quality service to our patients and staff at the Trust.

With the opening of the new OCC, we are diversifying our service for the delivery of parenteral SACT products to the hospital through our new SACT Distribution Unit (SDU). The unit will allow us to maximise the efficiency of procurement and delivery of externally sourced parenteral SACT products to the Royal Marsden Hospital sites. The SDU will work closely and collaboratively with the Hospital’s Pharmacy Aspetic unit to co-ordinate delivery of treatments that are delivered from both units.

The hospital introduced the EPIC digital health record system in March 2023, and we are looking to use the full capabilities of this system to support the efficient delivery of parenteral SACT products through the SDU.

The Job Description outlines the roles of the Senior Pharmacy Technician SDU. You will work closely with the Lead Technician for the SDU to manage the day to day running of the unit, providing a high quality, safe and efficient service supplying batch and patient specific parenteral SACT doses to all service users.

You will work together with the Lead technician to monitor and develop the service to ensure the highest standards of patient-focused care are achieved in the provision of parenteral SACT products at the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust through the unit.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

2.1. Assist the Lead Pharmacy Technician in directing, supervising and coordinating the daily running of the SDU according to standard operating procedures.
2.2. To ensure that batch and PS doses are dispensed and delivered to the correct day unit/ward in good time ahead of patients chair time.
2.3. Work with Trust operational leads and pharmacy aseptic unit staff to optimise the delivery of batch and PS doses from the SDU.
2.4. To support the management of the batch and PS supply pathway including the efficient transfer of medicines to clinical areas.
2.5. To liaise with clinical unit and pharmacy staff colleagues to resolve any queries or problems with patient’s treatments.
2.6. Ensure good communication to support the SDU pathway by working closely with the pharmacy aseptic unit staff, stores/procurement, clinical trials and all other relevant pharmacy teams in order to ensure that a seamless high-quality service is provided.


This advert closes on Monday 19 Aug 2024

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An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic and self-motivated professional to join our clinical trials team at the Sutton site of the Royal Marsden.

You will be part of a team consisting of Pharmacists, Technicians and Assistants, who are always striving for excellence in all aspects of our work. We are working collaboratively as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure we always deliver outstanding care to our patients.

This is an exciting time to join the Royal Marsden Hospital Clinical Trials Department. Our service is built around providing a high-quality service to our patients and staff of the Trust. The Oak Cancer Centre (a new, state-of-the-art treatment and research facility) opened in 2023 in Sutton which will speed up the translation of world-leading research into breakthroughs in treatment and care, transforming the lives of cancer patients at The Royal Marsden and beyond.

The hospital has recently introduced the EPIC digital health record system and we are looking to use the full capabilities of this system to support the pharmacy teams and become a more efficient and truly paperless department.
• The post holder will undertake duties involved in the provision of the clinical trials service within the pharmacy department, operating within procedures and current legislation governing the management of clinical trials and pharmaceuticals
• All Clinical trials must be carried out in accordance with current UK Clinical Trial Regulations, the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) regulation 2004 (EU Clinical Trial Directive) and all updates, together with ICH GCP guidelines and departmental procedures and ensure provision of a high-quality service to patients and staff at the Royal Marsden. As a member of the pharmacy clinical trials team you will be required to ensure that all of the relevant legislation and guidelines are adhered to at all times.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.



For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
• Co-ordinate and maintain the Clinical Trials service in accordance with current UK Clinical Trial Regulations, the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) regulation 2004 (EU Clinical Trial Directive) and all updates, together with ICH GCP guidelines and departmental procedures and ensure provision of a high-quality service to patients and staff at the Royal Marsden.
• Setting up new clinical trials at RM, attending set-up meetings and working closely with Clinical Research Associates and Research Nurses.
• Be responsible for preparing and updating clear and concise pharmacy guides and assist with nurses preparation guidelines for clinical trials.
• Be responsible for ensuring that all pharmacy procedures are in place in time for recruitment of the first patient to a new clinical trial.
• Ensure storage condition records and accurate expiry records for clinical trials are kept up to date and archived for future reference.
• Be responsible for accurate record keeping and drug accountability of clinical trials.


This advert closes on Wednesday 31 Jul 2024

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The Trust has an outstanding reputation for information and has recently implemented a new digital health record, data warehouse and business intelligence solutions.

The information team currently support management and clinicians throughout the organisation by providing information and analysis for planning, decision making, quality assurance and improvement. We are further developing our analytical tools and capabilities to rapidly increase the utilisation of anonymised clinical data to support research and maximise the use of clinical data to increase understanding of the disease and treatment. We are looking for motivated experienced developer to join our team, to play a pivotal role supporting the Data Infrastructure Manager and Data Architect to shape, develop, and maintain the Trusts new data ecosystem.

You will be educated to degree level and have experience and expertise in developing and maintaining Microsoft based SQL data warehouses and producing technical documentation to support a wide range of users.

You must be self-motivated and possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with all levels of staff within and external to the organisation.

You will need to be able to work on your own initiative, have a strong attention to detail, be a creative problem solver and be able to work under pressure.

For more information, please contact Des Campbell, Information Development Manager at des.campbell@rmh.nhs.uk

1.1 The post holder will be an integral member of the Trust’s Informatics team, working to transform Trust data into timely accurate information. The primary role is to develop and maintain the corporate data warehouse, taking data from multiple sources. This will require excellent problem-solving skills, along with technical expertise.

1.2 The postholder will, in conjunction with the Data Infrastructure Manager/Data Architect, ensure continuous access to data via the corporate data warehouse. Enabling the provision of accurate and timely data that drives several key areas including billing and income, contractual and statutory reporting and planning and analysis.

1.3 The postholder will provide expertise regarding data ingestion & integration and will ensure information is presented in a clear comprehensible manner, conforming to Trust informatics standards.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

2.1 Provide specialist technical advice on data warehouse administration and implementation, across the Trust.

2.2 Support the Data Infrastructure Manager/Data Architect with the administration of the data warehouse. This includes user right management and being the point of contact for issue resolution.

2.3 In conjunction with the Data Infrastructure Manager/Data Architect enhance and extend the RM data model.
2.4 Contribute to the design, development and maintenance of data warehouse and Business Intelligence solutions.

2.5 Ensure data is processed in accordance with guidelines provided by the Trust’s Information Governance and cybersecurity leads.

2.6 Maintain processes, documentation, concerning the development and optimisation of complex Extract, Transform & Load (ETL) / Extract, Load & Transform (ELT) data pipelines.

2.7 Produce technical documentation to support the administration and management of the corporate data warehouse and Business Intelligence systems, including the Trust’s collaborative research environment.

2.8 Implement data warehouse changes resulting from changes and upgrades to the Trusts Digital Health Record (DHR) system. This will involve liaising with DHR configuration managers and the Digital Services integration team to ensure data synchronisation.


This advert closes on Monday 3 Jun 2024

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An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic and self-motivated professional to join our clinical trials team at the Sutton site of the Royal Marsden.

You will be part of a team consisting of Pharmacists, Technicians and Assistants, who are always striving for excellence in all aspects of our work. We are working collaboratively as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure we always deliver outstanding care to our patients.

This is an exciting time to join the Royal Marsden Hospital Clinical Trials Department. Our service is built around providing a high-quality service to our patients and staff of the Trust. The Oak Cancer Centre (a new, state-of-the-art treatment and research facility) opened in June 2023 in Sutton which will speed up the translation of world-leading research into breakthroughs in treatment and care, transforming the lives of cancer patients at The Royal Marsden and beyond.

The hospital has recently introduced the EPIC digital health record system and we are looking to use the full capabilities of this system to support the pharmacy teams and become a more efficient and truly paperless department.

The Job Description outlines the roles of the Senior Assistant, Clinical Trials cancer. You will be expected to dispense all types of clinical trials prescriptions promptly and accurately as they pass through the clinical trials dispensary, ensuring that all trial protocols, standard operating procedures and current legislation are adhered to. Together with the team you will be responsible for ensuring that the trials service runs smoothly; this will include stock control, accurate record keeping and drug accountability of clinical trials, counselling patients, completing deliveries, archiving, liaising within a multi-disciplinary team and training colleagues in the dispensing of trials.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits and learning and development opportunities. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
• To provide excellent customer service to patients and their carers presenting at the pharmacy research hatch and on the telephone
• To participate in all aspects of dispensing for the Clinical Trials service at Chelsea (both IV and oral medication) and ensure an efficient, structured and accurate service
• Assist in the directing, supervising and co-ordinating teams of Pharmacists, Technicians and Assistants s in the daily running of the clinical trial (CT) dispensary according to standard operating procedures and delegate to other members of staff where appropriate.
• Collate and co-ordinate the CT dispensary by producing the CT dispensary daily list to efficiently manage time and workload
• Issue clinical trial medication to patients and counsel them on their trial medication when appropriate.
• To be responsible for the co-ordination of the receipt, storage and supply of clinical trial medication within the Pharmacy Department.




This advert closes on Wednesday 15 May 2024

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An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic and self-motivated professional to join our clinical trials team at the Sutton site of the Royal Marsden.

You will be part of a team consisting of Pharmacists, Technicians and Assistants, who are always striving for excellence in all aspects of our work. We are working collaboratively as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure we always deliver outstanding care to our patients.

This is an exciting time to join the Royal Marsden Hospital Clinical Trials Department. Our service is built around providing a high-quality service to our patients and staff of the Trust. The Oak Cancer Centre (a new, state-of-the-art treatment and research facility) opened in 2023 in Sutton which will speed up the translation of world-leading research into breakthroughs in treatment and care, transforming the lives of cancer patients at The Royal Marsden and beyond.

The hospital has recently introduced the EPIC digital health record system and we are looking to use the full capabilities of this system to support the pharmacy teams and become a more efficient and truly paperless department.
• The post holder will undertake duties involved in the provision of the clinical trials service within the pharmacy department, operating within procedures and current legislation governing the management of clinical trials and pharmaceuticals
• All Clinical trials must be carried out in accordance with current UK Clinical Trial Regulations, the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) regulation 2004 (EU Clinical Trial Directive) and all updates, together with ICH GCP guidelines and departmental procedures and ensure provision of a high-quality service to patients and staff at the Royal Marsden. As a member of the pharmacy clinical trials team you will be required to ensure that all of the relevant legislation and guidelines are adhered to at all times.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.



For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
• Co-ordinate and maintain the Clinical Trials service in accordance with current UK Clinical Trial Regulations, the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) regulation 2004 (EU Clinical Trial Directive) and all updates, together with ICH GCP guidelines and departmental procedures and ensure provision of a high-quality service to patients and staff at the Royal Marsden.
• Setting up new clinical trials at RM, attending set-up meetings and working closely with Clinical Research Associates and Research Nurses.
• Be responsible for preparing and updating clear and concise pharmacy guides and assist with nurses preparation guidelines for clinical trials.
• Be responsible for ensuring that all pharmacy procedures are in place in time for recruitment of the first patient to a new clinical trial.
• Ensure storage condition records and accurate expiry records for clinical trials are kept up to date and archived for future reference.
• Be responsible for accurate record keeping and drug accountability of clinical trials.


This advert closes on Monday 29 Apr 2024

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An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic and self-motivated professional to join our aseptic team at the Sutton site of the Royal Marsden.

You will be part of a team consisting of Pharmacists, Technicians and Assistants, who are always striving for excellence in all aspects of our work. We are working collaboratively as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure we always deliver outstanding care to our patients.

This is an exciting time to join the Royal Marsden Hospital Aseptic Department. Our service is built around providing a high-quality service to our patients and staff of the Trust. The Oak Cancer Centre (a new, state-of-the-art treatment and research facility) was opened in June 2023 in Sutton which will speed up the translation of world-leading research into breakthroughs in treatment and care, transforming the lives of cancer patients at The Royal Marsden and beyond.

Over the next 1-2 years we are planning to build a new aseptic facility on our Sutton site.

The hospital recently introduced the EPIC digital health record system – and we are looking to use the full capabilities of this system to support the pharmacy aseptic service and become a truly paperless department.

The Job Description outlines the roles of the Senior Assistant Aseptic Services. You will provide support to the Chief/Deputy Chief Technicians and other senior Aseptic Services staff carrying out ordering, stock control, cleaning and monitoring of the aseptic facility.

You will also work in the support areas of the aseptic suite setting up product trays for products to be made and carrying out the compounding of aseptic products including gene therapy. All our staff work closely with our 3rdparty providers to order, process, and distribute bought-in pre-ordered IV products.

Full training will be given in all aspects of the role. A Band 2 position may be offered to applicants with no experience and robust objectives would be set to be achieved in order to progress to a Band 3 level.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

These responsibilities will be carried out under the guidance of the Deputy Chief Technician – Aseptic Services
• Assist in the maintenance of Technical Services facilities as defined in Good Manufacturing Practice (Rules and Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors 2017 – ‘The Orange Guide’) and to comply with current NHS guidance on Aseptic Processing (Quality Assurance of Aseptic Processing. 5th ed. Ed Alison Beaney, Pharmaceutical Press).
• Become familiar with Standard Operating Procedures and COSHH forms for Technical Services.
• Complete the in-house training programme and the in-house accreditation programme according to grade and responsibility.
• Gain an in-depth knowledge and skill in the handling and compounding of cytotoxic medicines, biological medicines and other medicines.
• Assemble, spray and wipe, prepare/compound products, using aseptic technique in a grade A environment.
• Dispense, label and assist in the distribution of compounded products to patients.
• Support the Technical Services management team in the training of new operatives
• Dispose of Technical Services waste appropriately according to SOP.
• Cleaning of the aseptic unit environment and equipment as required (all staff).
• Occasionally to participate with late/early shifts and Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday rotas as required to meet service provisions and requirements for 7 day working. The Pharmacy is in a transitional period and moving over to a 7-day service, therefore staff are required to participate in a 7 day service which includes the requirement to work weekends, late shifts and bank holidays
• Liaise with the clinical trial team on the manufacturing requirements of clinical trial products

Benefits of joining the Royal Marsden
• Working for The Royal Marsden gives access to some of the best staff benefits and discounts available in the NHS. We offer salary sacrifice schemes, including car lease and cycle lease. See attached‘Workplace Wellbeing and Rewards Guide’ for more details
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• On site Nursery (and local neighbouring Nursery)
• Flexible working
• Health and wellbeing initiatives

Click here to learn more about the team:vimeo.com/manage/videos/797020283/0a70c49a0b


This advert closes on Thursday 11 Jan 2024

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An opportunity has arisen at The Royal Marsden to work within the Haemato-Oncology Unit as a Senior Clinical Trial Coordinator, providing governance support for our complex research portfolio.
This is a pivotal role, and you will be part of a team of qualified and skilled medical and nursing staff, taking part in an exciting range of clinical research studies as well as having a key role supporting the administrative trial team.

Ideally with previous clinical research experience and NHS experience, you will work within the guidelines and policies for the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with the principles of GCP.


Based at our Sutton location with occasional travel to our Chelsea location and some remote working, the successful applicant should have a flexible approach to their duties and the ability to work both as part of the team as well as independently. In addition, you will have excellent communication, administrative and IT skills and be supportive and open to new initiatives.
• To take responsibility for ensuring all clinical trials within the Unit are conducted and managed in accordance with Good Clinical Practice, Trust SOPs and trial protocols.
• To be a key member of the team responsible for conveying the requirements of the Clinical R&D Office to clinical staff within their allocated Clinical Unit.
• To provide an efficient clinical trial coordination service to the Unit Head, ensuring trials fulfil all statutory requirements.
• To oversee the conduct of trials within the Unit and maintain day-to-day responsibility for specific trials within the Unit.
• To represent the Unit at the Trial Coordination Forum.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
• Initiate and manage day to day running of allocated trial(s) in accordance with GCP and RMH / ICR SOPs, policies and procedures.
• Complete applications to REC, HRA, MHRA and CCR for new research proposals.
• Ensure trial does not commence until all regulatory, sponsor and local R&D requirements are satisfied.
• Ensure delegation logs are in place for trial and that these are kept up to date.
• Set up and maintain training records for staff working on the Trial.


This advert closes on Wednesday 3 Jan 2024

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Outpatients are seeking an enthusiastic senior receptionist/administration officer to help maintain the efficient administration in their departments at our Sutton Site. This post is vital to the smooth running of the main outpatient clinics. You will work in a busy environment, providing a reception service for patients and relatives.

The role also includes preparing medical records for the consultant's clinics. As a member of a mulit-disciplinary team, you should possess excellent interpersonal, verbal communication and organisational skills. Keyboard/IT skills are essential and hospital experience is desirable. The post is for 37.5 Hours a week Monday - Friday.

The Senior Administration Officer is a member of the Outpatient/RDAC Administrative Team, covering the clinics, preparation and reception areas. They will adopt a professional and caring attitude with a polite and courteous manner in all aspects of communication. A uniform will be
worn at all times.

The post holder will support both the Administration Manager and the Deputy Manager whilst providing a supervisory role to the OPD/RDAC Administration Officers

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification
• To ensure that the reception desks within the Outpatient and RDAC Departments are adequately covered at all times and telephone calls are handled in a professional manner.
• To be responsible for ensuring that on arrival patients are given the correct blood test request forms as directed by the
nurses/medical team.
• To check that the patient’s arrival and departure times are entered accurately on the Digital Health Record (DHR).
• To ensure that all patient appointments are booked accurately and to liaise with clinics regarding overbookings to minimise patient waiting times.
• To cover the radiotherapy desk and record patient arrival time, liaise with radiographers and nurses to ensure optimum efficiency within the department. (Chelsea branch only)
• To work within clinics assisting nurses and doctors to ensure the smooth running of the clinic.
• To ensure all clinic documentation and results are ready for the clinic.


This advert closes on Saturday 9 Dec 2023

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An opportunity has arisen at The Royal Marsden to work within the Haemato-Oncology Unit as a Senior Clinical Trial Coordinator, providing governance support for our complex research portfolio.
This is a pivotal role, and you will be part of a team of qualified and skilled medical and nursing staff, taking part in an exciting range of clinical research studies as well as having a key role supporting the administrative trial team.

Ideally with previous clinical research experience and NHS experience, you will work within the guidelines and policies for the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with the principles of GCP.

Based at our Sutton location with occasional travel to our Chelsea location and some remote working, the successful applicant should have a flexible approach to their duties and the ability to work both as part of the team as well as independently. In addition, you will have excellent communication, administrative and IT skills and be supportive and open to new initiatives.
• To take responsibility for ensuring all clinical trials within the Unit are conducted and managed in accordance with Good Clinical Practice, Trust SOPs and trial protocols.
• To be a key member of the team responsible for conveying the requirements of the Clinical R&D Office to clinical staff within their allocated Clinical Unit.
• To provide an efficient clinical trial coordination service to the Unit Head, ensuring trials fulfil all statutory requirements.
• To oversee the conduct of trials within the Unit and maintain day-to-day responsibility for specific trials within the Unit.
• To represent the Unit at the Trial Coordination Forum.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:

These responsibilities will be carried out under the guidance of the operations manager.

Service Delivery:
• Responsible for implementation of systems and processes within the Unit.
• Under the direction of the Operations Manager/Senior Trial Manger to lead in implementation of systems within the Unit to ensure all Clinical Trials are conducted in accordance with all regulatory requirements including:• Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations
• Research Governance Framework for Health and Social Care
• Human Tissue Act
• To coordinate the portfolio research meeting ensuring appropriate, documented monitoring of the clinical trial portfolio
• To be a member of the Trial Coordination Forum

Trial Set Up and Maintenance
• Initiate and manage day to day running of allocated trial(s) in accordance with GCP and RMH / ICR SOPs, policies and procedures.
• Complete applications to REC, HRA, MHRA and CCR for new research proposals.
• Ensure trial does not commence until all regulatory, sponsor and local R&D requirements are satisfied.
• Ensure delegation logs are in place for trial and that these are kept up to date.
• Set up and maintain training records for staff working on the Trial.





Trial Conduct
• Responsible for ensuring all research within the clinical unit receives all relevant regulatory approval before it commences.
• Responsible for ensuring the Unit’s Clinical Research Portfolio is conducted in accordance with all regulatory requirements.
• To review capacity and resource requirements within the Clinical Unit for coordination and administrative management of trial portfolio and to advise the Unit Head accordingly.
• Ensure trials within the Unit are audit/inspection ready at all times.
• To be the Unit’s dedicated archivist for clinical trial records

Trial Closure
• Ensure trial closure is notified to Clinical R&D Office, Sponsor, REC, HRA and MHRA as appropriate
• Ensure appropriate archiving of trial documentation
• To liaise with pharmacy to ensure appropriate return or destruction of surplus IMP
• To notify Clinical R&D Office of study outcomes and publications relating to trial
• To ensure appropriate storage or destruction of human tissue following trial completion in accordance with written agreements, RMH / ICR SOPs and the Human Tissue Act.


This advert closes on Thursday 7 Dec 2023

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The Royal Marsden is the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe, one of the top ranked NHS Trusts in the country, recognised worldwide for the quality of our services. We believe it is only by having the very best nurses and helping them improve that we can deliver the highest standards of care to our patients. That’s why we offer unparalleled training and development, an exceptional range of benefits.

You will need to be a registered nurse. Demonstrable post registration and experience in the administration of IV medications is essential. Intravenous cannulation, venepuncture and chemotherapy administration are desirable, however full training will be given. In addition, you will possess excellent oral and written communication skills; this will include co-ordinating the shift, be a reliable, enthusiastic, and effective team member, and be committed to providing the highest level of service to our patients. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound decision making and assessment skills
• To coordinate and supervise a shift, communicating effectively with members of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality, evidence-led care to patients.
• To exercise clinical judgment and decision making about patient needs in terms of long term goals or plans.
• To participate fully in the day to day organization and running of clinical trials including the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients entering a clinical trial and liaison as required with trial sponsors.
• To assume personal accountability for nursing care delivered to a patient in accordance with the NMC code of conduct. There is an expectation for post holders:
• To promote a safe clinical environment for all patients, visitors and staff
• To participate in Trust initiatives around infection control and care quality indicators

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
• Counterchecking patients’ vital signs, blood results, patient body surface area, chemotherapy prescription and consent before administration of treatment.
• Educating patients on their treatment such as indications and side effects.
• Ensuring necessary medication and follow up appointments are obtained.
• To plan, document, deliver and evaluate care plans from admission through to discharge / transfer discussing this with the patient, their family and multi-disciplinary teams and to alert the Sister/Charge Nurse of any changes. To set goals for each of the identified nursing issues and encourage / teach other nursing staff to do the same. To help the patient achieve set goals through care planning.
• As a specialist cancer nurse, to assess the educational and informational needs of the patient and family. This includes producing and using appropriate materials to ensure optimum understanding of nursing care and the likely outcome.


This advert closes on Wednesday 6 Dec 2023

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