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Plymouth, City. Health Service Vacancies News > 2006

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Week Ending 15 December

social care recruitment

2006-12-14: Hays Social Care is the UK's leading specialist social work and social care recruitment consultancy. Using our national network of offices and large database of specialist staff and job opportunities, our expert teams provide high quality match-making connecting the right people with the right jobs. Combine this with our long standing experience and the ability to tailor our service to meet your exact needs, you can rest assured that you are dealing with experts who understand you and your requirements. Qualified Social Workers - Care Managers - Social Work Assistants - Support Workers - Outreach / Family Support Workers - Day Care Officers - Play Workers - Hostel Workers - Care Assistants. Read more about social care. (Permalink)

medical nursing

2006-12-14: Hays Healthcare is the UK's leading specialist medical, nursing, allied health and scientific recruitment consultancy. Using our national network of offices and large database of specialist staff and job opportunities, our expert teams provide high quality match-making connecting the right people with the right jobs. Combine this with our long standing experience and the ability to tailor our service to meet your exact needs, you can rest assured that you are dealing with experts who understand you and your requirements. Read more about medical. (Permalink)

Nursing and Midwifery

2006-12-14: The Nursing and Midwifery Council is an organisation set up by Parliament to protect the public by ensuring that nurses and midwives provide high standards of care to their patients and clients. Jobs at the NMC - Midwifery Adviser - Nurse Education Adviser - Finance Officer NMC Vacancies Online. This page gives a list of current vacancies at the NMC. For a full description of the position, just click on the relevant job title. Read more about Nursing. (Permalink)

Graduate Management Career

2006-12-14: Apply for a Role, If you are considering applying for a Graduate Management Career with the General Medical Council and think you've got what it takes to become one of our future managers then we want to hear from you. Our aim couldn't be higher: improving patient care and delivering excellence in medical regulation. If you are aiming high too; and have a real desire to help manage the delivery of top medical practice and education then don't delay - apply today! Our 2007 graduate programme will open for applications on 1 February 2007. We are fully committed to making the recruitment process and scheme accessible - if you require a form in a more accessible format please email accessrecruitment@gmc-uk.org or call on: 0161 923 6273. Read more about Graduate Management. (Permalink)

Week Ending 08 December

Ambulance Service Association

2006-12-02: Welcome to the website for the Ambulance Service Association (ASA) - the main body representing the NHS ambulance services across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, plus the public ambulance services of Guernsey, Jersey, the Isle of Man and Gibraltar. The ASA provides a central forum for all things related to ambulance services, from education and training through to clinical developments and research. We have a number of partners and we are part-funded by the Department of Health. NHS Careers. Read more about Ambulance Service. (Permalink)

Week Ending 01 December

Medical & Dental

2006-11-27: Medical & Dental Emirates Clinic provides full primary medical and dental care to eligible staff and their families, referring patients as required to specialist medical professionals. To complement this service, the Clinic also has its own in-house laboratory and pharmacy. The pharmacy dispenses approved, generic and branded medicines to clinic users, as well as offering advice on all products stocked, all of which they are well versed on. Our laboratory technicians conduct a range of testing, outsourcing to South Africa any testing we are unable to perform. It is anticipated that the range of testing conducted will expand in the future Current Job Vancancies. Read more about Health Service Vacancies. (Permalink)

NHS jobs

2006-11-27: NHS jobs for new vacancies from National Health Service employers across England. Perform a job search, find jobs that match your skills, and apply for NHS jobs online. information about careers in the National Health Service, visit NHS Careers. Read more about NHS. (Permalink)

Alexander Technique practitioner

2006-11-27: Although still relatively small, the Alexander Technique represents a growing profession and around 2,500 practitioners are currently registered with the STAT. Read more about Alexander Technique. (Permalink)

Ambulance care assistant

photo of Ambulance care assistant 2006-11-27: Most ambulance personnel are trained by and work for the NHS, although there are some opportunities to train and work in the armed forces. (Permalink)

Ambulance Paramedic

photo of Ambulance Paramedic 2006-11-27: Most ambulance personnel are trained by and work for the NHS, although there are some opportunities to train and work in the armed forces or private ambulance services. (Permalink)

ambulance technician

photo of ambulance technician 2006-11-27: Most ambulance personnel are trained by and work for the NHS, although there are some opportunities to train and work in the armed forces or private ambulance services. (Permalink)

Art therapist

2006-11-27: Most art therapists work within the NHS or local authority social services departments. However, there are opportunities within the private health care sector, voluntary sector, with drug and alcohol services, and the prison service. With experience it may be possible to progress to senior grades or train in supervision. Read more about therapists work. (Permalink)

Care assistant

photo of Care assistant 2006-11-27: Care assistants are employed by health authorities, social services, private organisations and voluntary agencies. Promotion depends upon experience and qualifications. It is possible to move into senior care work and management roles. (Permalink)

Chiropodist

photo of Chiropodist 2006-11-27: Most newly qualified chiropodists work within the NHS to gain experience and develop further skills. Some may choose to work in private practice; this is usually on a part-time basis as setting up a surgery can be expensive. (Permalink)

Chiropody assistant

2006-11-27: Chiropody assistants can work within the NHS, in private practice or in the retail sector. Read more about Chiropody. (Permalink)

Clinical scientist

photo of Clinical scientist 2006-11-27: There are opportunities in the NHS, in the diagnostics and pharmaceutical industries, and in private hospitals and research institutes. Clinical microbiologists may also work for the Public Health Laboratory Service. (Permalink)

dental nurse

photo of dental nurse 2006-11-27: Dental nurses can work in general practice, hospitals, the Community Dental Service, industry, university and the Armed Forces. (Permalink)

Dental therapist

photo of Dental therapist 2006-11-27: There are approximately 380 enrolled dental therapists in the UK, working in NHS and private practices. Some may work self-employed on a freelance basis. (Permalink)

dentist

photo of dentist 2006-11-27: The majority of dentists work in general practice and are mainly self-employed. Around 10% of dentists work in the Hospital Dental Service and 6% in the Community Dental Service. It is possible for a dentist to move from one branch of dentistry to another. (Permalink)

Dental hygienist

photo of Dental hygienist 2006-11-27: Most dental hygienists work in dental practices. Other opportunities include working with the community dental service, hospitals, industry, dental schools or the Armed Forces. Some hygienists work overseas, particularly in Europe. (Permalink)

dietitian

photo of dietitian 2006-11-27: There may be opportunities for dietitians to teach food and health science in schools, colleges and universities, and to carry out research into areas like the effect of diet on athletic performance. (Permalink)

District nurse

photo of District nurse 2006-11-27: District nurses are employed by NHS Trusts and generally they are attached to one or more GP surgery. There is a steady demand for new district nurses. There are also opportunities to work in research, education or for a statutory nursing body, developing training or giving careers advice. (Permalink)

general practitioner

2006-11-27: There are over 40,000 GPs in the UK working under contract for the NHS. Over 80 per cent of these doctors work as principals in GP practices. The armed forces employ a small number of GPs. Read more about GP practices. (Permalink)

Hospital doctor

2006-11-27: There are approximately 62,000 hospital doctors in the NHS. There are also an increasing number of doctors in private hospitals. There are limited opportunities for hospital doctors in the armed forces. Currently, there is a shortage of NHS doctors and hospitals are recruiting from overseas. Read more about NHS doctors. (Permalink)

Doctor Surgeon

photo of Doctor Surgeon 2006-11-27: Most of the 14,000 surgeons in the UK work in the NHS. A small but increasing number work in hospitals in the private sector. Many NHS surgeons take on private patients. (Permalink)

Dramatherapist

2006-11-27: The majority of posts are in the NHS or with local social services departments, although there are opportunities for work in schools and voluntary organisations and in private practice. Work often depends on organisations gaining funding for particular projects.Read more about social services. (Permalink)

Emergency medical dispatcher

2006-11-27: Most ambulance personnel are trained by, and work for, the NHS, although there are some opportunities to train and work in the armed forces. Read more about ambulance personnel. (Permalink)

Health care assistant

2006-11-27: Health care assistants work within the NHS and private hospitals, local authority and private residential or nursing homes, in hospices, with private agencies, and in the community. There is an increasing need for health care assistants to look after people at home.Read more about care assistants. (Permalink)

Health promotion

2006-11-27: There are relatively few health education specialists, probably less than 1,000 in the country, and most opportunities are in large towns and cities. National Health Service authorities and trusts, local authorities or voluntary organisations may employ health promotion specialists. Read more about health promotion specialists. (Permalink)

Health records clerk

2006-11-27: Most work is in hospitals. Work can also be found in GP surgeries, private hospitals and HM Forces. Read more about GP surgeries. (Permalink)

Health service manager

2006-11-27: Opportunities are available for health service managers within the NHS and private hospitals. Read more about private hospitals. (Permalink)

Health visitor

photo of Health visitor 2006-11-27: There are opportunities for health visitors all over the UK, in rural and urban communities. (Permalink)

Hospital play specialist

2006-11-27: Hospital play specialists are employed by NHS hospital trusts in hospital wards, outpatient departments, accident and emergency departments, child development centres, hospices and in community work with community paediatricians. With further experience and training, there may be opportunities for progression to team leader or team manager. Read more about emergency departments. (Permalink)

Hospital porter

2006-11-27: Most hospital porters are employed by the NHS, although there are opportunities in the private sector. Competition for posts is likely to be high. Read more about porters. (Permalink)

Medical laboratory assistant

photo of Medical laboratory assistant 2006-11-27: Medical laboratory assistants can progress into different roles. They may be able to extend their responsibilities or specialise as a cardiological technician/cardiographer, cervical cytology screener, or phlebotomist. Most MLAs work in NHS hospitals, however, phlebotomists for instance may find similar work in the blood transfusion service, university laboratories, and government research departments. (Permalink)

Medical secretary

2006-11-27: There are opportunities for medical secretaries all over the UK, working in GPs surgeries, health centres, National Health Service or private hospitals, or supporting academic staff in medical schools. Medical secretaries can also work in the pharmaceutical industry and in complementary medicine. Some are employed by agencies. Read more about Medical secretaries. (Permalink)

Microbiologist

photo of Microbiologist 2006-11-27: Microbiologists work for a wide range of employers. They undertake research and development work, scientific analysis and investigation for hospitals, universities or the Public Health Laboratory Service, and commercial work in medical and technical writing, and in information science. Other opportunities exist in education and the media, working for schools and colleges, publishers, broadcasters and museums. (Permalink)

Midwife

photo of Midwife> 2006-11-27: The NHS is the largest employer of midwives, but there are some opportunities in private hospitals and clinics and in the armed forces. There are some opportunities to be self-employed and to practice independently in accordance with NMC guidelines. (Permalink)

Music therapist

2006-11-27: There are over 300 music therapists registered in the UK. They work in the NHS, in education, social services, the prison service and for voluntary organisations. Jobs are often on a part-time or temporary basis. Read more about voluntary organisations. (Permalink)

Nurse adult branch

2006-11-27: The NHS is the largest employer of nurses. Employment prospects are excellent since there is a current shortage of nurses. Other employers include private hospitals and nursing homes, schools and colleges, HM Forces, the prison service and industry. Read more about Employment prospects. (Permalink)

Nurse child branch

photo of Nurse child branch 2006-11-27: The NHS is the largest employer of nurses. Employment prospects are excellent since there is a current shortage of nurses. Promotion prospects in the NHS are good and there is a clearly defined career structure. There are some opportunities for childrens nurses in the private sector. (Permalink)

Learning disability nurse

2006-11-27: Opportunities are good, as there is a shortage of nurses in the UK. Promotion prospects in the NHS are excellent and there is a clearly defined career structure. There are new nurse consultant posts at the top of the profession. Read more about shortage of nurses. (Permalink)

Mental health nurse

2006-11-27: Opportunities are good, as there is a shortage of nurses in the UK. Promotion prospects in the NHS are excellent and there is a clearly defined career structure. There are new nurse consultant posts at the top of the profession. There are some opportunities in the private sector and in social service teams. Read more about new nurse consultant posts. (Permalink)

Occupational health nurse

photo of Occupational health nurse 2006-11-27: Occupational health nurses are found in all kinds of organisations including factories, office complexes, universities and colleges, department stores and hospitals. They may be employed directly by an organisation or work for a private consultancy or NHS trust. Self-employment is possible, including working as an occupational health consultant. (Permalink)

Occupational therapist

photo of Occupational therapist 2006-11-27: Occupational therapists are increasingly in demand in both the NHS and social services. Work is available throughout the country. (Permalink)

Occupational therapy support worker

photo of Occupational therapy support worker 2006-11-27: Most occupational therapy support workers are employed by the NHS or social services, although there are some jobs in the private health sector and with voluntary organisations. (Permalink)

Dispensing optician

2006-11-27: There are around 4,000 registered dispensing opticians in the UK. Some work in hospitals, a few teach, but most work in private practice. Opportunities are available to become self-employed. Many work in partnership with optometrists. Promotion opportunities vary according to the company. Many hold assistant manager posts by the time they qualify. Read more about optometrists. (Permalink)

Orthoptist

2006-11-27: The majority of orthoptics are employed in the NHS but some work in private hospitals and universities. A few openings exist in the Armed Forces. Read more about private hospitals and universities. (Permalink)

Pharmacist

photo of Pharmacist 2006-11-27: Some pharmacists go on to teach, others work as locums (filling temporary/holiday posts). It may be possible to become self-employed, owning and managing a pharmacy, or possibly work overseas. (Permalink)

Pharmacologist

photo of Pharmacologist 2006-11-27: Pharmacologists are employed by a wide range of organisations in both the public and private sectors. These include the pharmaceutical industry, manufacturers of chemicals, food and drink products, household goods or cosmetics, NHS hospitals, the Public Health Laboratory Service, and government or charity-funded research institutes. (Permalink)

Pharmacy technician

photo of Pharmacy technician 2006-11-27: There is ongoing demand for pharmacy technicians in both the health service and the retail/community sector. Hospital technicians seeking promotion usually undertake further study. Promotion gives the opportunity for specialisation. There are five grades of technician in NHS hospitals. In the community retail sector, promotion can mean moving into management, sales or marketing. (Permalink)

Physiotherapist

photo of Physiotherapist 2006-11-27: Most physiotherapists work in the NHS. Other opportunities include working for local authorities or in the private sector in hospitals, hospices, nursing homes, fitness centres and sports clinics, or self-employed in private practice. There are also opportunities in large organisations to work in occupational health. (Permalink)

Physiotherapy assistant

photo of Physiotherapy assistant 2006-11-27: Vacancies for assistants will be advertised locally, although demand for jobs often exceeds availability. You should contact your local NHS trust to see what opportunities are available in your area. (Permalink)

Prosthetist

photo of Prosthetist 2006-11-27: Prosthetists and orthotists usually work for commercial orthotic or prosthetic service manufacturing companies contracted to the NHS, although there is an increasing number of opportunities for employment within the National Health Service. (Permalink)

Psychologist

photo of Psychologist 2006-11-27: Local authorities employ psychologists mainly in education or social services departments, working in child guidance and community homes. (Permalink)

Psychotherapist

2006-11-27: Some opportunities exist in the NHS where psychotherapy can be seen as an additional skill that a psychologist, social worker or health professional might have. Psychotherapists can also work in the public sector or with a voluntary organisation. Read more about public sector. (Permalink)

Radiographer

photo of Radiographer 2006-11-27: Most radiographers are employed in NHS hospitals, clinics or radiotherapy centres. There are some opportunities to work in private hospitals or the armed forces, and to work abroad. (Permalink)

Radiography helper

photo of Radiography helper 2006-11-27: There are opportunities for radiography helpers to work in NHS and private hospitals, in diagnostic radiography and/or radiotherapy departments. (Permalink)

Rehabilitation specialist

photo of Rehabilitation specialist 2006-11-27: rehabilitation specialists work in the NHS and are employed by health authorities or community trusts. There are also some limited opportunities with voluntary organisations. (Permalink)

Sterile services technician

photo of Sterile services technician 2006-11-27: Sterile services technicians work in NHS hospitals, private hospitals or military hospitals. There can be opportunities to work abroad. (Permalink)

School nurse

photo of School nurse 2006-11-27: There are currently around 2,500 school nurses employed by NHS trusts throughout the UK. School nurses are also employed in the private sector, working in independent boarding schools and day schools. (Permalink)

Speech language therapist

photo of Speech language therapist 2006-11-27: Most therapists are employed in the NHS, and although based in a speech and language therapy department or clinic, are responsible for work in a particular geographic area. Other posts exist in private hospitals and clinics, in some special schools and with charitable and voluntary organisations. (Permalink)

Speech language therapy assistant

2006-11-27: Most speech and language therapy assistants work in the NHS and there is usually strong competition for jobs. Experience and qualifications gained as an assistant will be valuable when seeking a place on a Speech Therapy degree, or a two-year postgraduate Masters programme for those who already have a degree in another subject. For details on becoming a qualified therapist. Read more about Speech Therapy degree. (Permalink)

Sports physiotherapist

photo of Sports physiotherapist 2006-11-27: Physiotherapists in sport may work in private practice, in health and fitness clubs and leisure centres. Some also work for sport associations or clubs. (Permalink)

Health Service Vacancies

2006-11-27: Perform a job search, find jobs that match your skills, and apply for NHS jobs online. information about careers in the National Health Service. Read more about Health Service Vacancies. (Permalink)



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