University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
Clinical Support Worker - Oncology & Haematology Units RLI & WGH
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Job Opening in the Oncology Unit
The Oncology Unit is looking for a caring, compassionate, and motivated person to join our close-knit team. We provide treatment and support to people with cancer across North Lancashire and South Cumbria. Working in oncology can be extremely rewarding, in the knowledge that you are helping others to navigate their cancer journey. The feedback we receive from patients is overwhelmingly positive, and we welcome all applicants who feel they have the right attributes to enhance the team.
About the Department
The Oncology & Haematology department has an excellent reputation for providing compassionate, patient-centered care. We are fortunate to have a diverse group of nurses, doctors, and support staff who all work together to promote the trust and NHS core values, and above all else, the best interests of our patients.
Important Note
The role is based at two hospital sites - Lancaster 5 days per week and Kendal 2 days per week. Applicants MUST be prepared and available to work at either site as required.
Main Duties
The main duties of the role are:
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- Assisting in the smooth running of oncology out-patient clinics
- Communication and emotional support of the patient
- Supporting nursing staff in the cancer treatment rooms
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy working environment
- Accurate documentation and communication
- Utilising trust and unit-specific IT systems
- Clinical skills including phlebotomy and 12 lead ECG
- Assisting nurse-led PICC insertions
- Clerical and organisational skills
- Serving patient drinks and lunches
Locations
We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
Furness General Hospital (FGH)
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units, and various Consultant-led services.
Westmorland General Hospital (WGH)
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WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life-threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
Services
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case, and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Our community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals, and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health, and manage their conditions through high-quality care, advice, and support.
Contact Information
For further details/informal visits, contact:
- Name: Robin Wilson
- Job title: Unit Manager Oncology & Haematology
- Email address: robin.wilson@mbht.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 01524 512223
Stacey Livesey: 01524 551728: stacey.livesey@mbht.nhs.uk
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