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NINEWELLS HOSPITAL, DUNDEE
ACUTE ONCOLOGY SERVICE
ACUTE ONCOLOGY HEALTH CARE SUPPORT WORKER, BAND 3, 37.5HR HRS. (3 POSTS)
Fixed Term /Secondment 1yr
SALARY SCALE: £19,945 - £21,947 per annum
Exciting opportunities have arisen for Health Care Support works to join the Acute Oncology Service (AOS) in NHS Tayside. This new, expanding team participate in provision of care for patients that present with health issues related to acute oncology. This encompasses the management of patients with symptoms/toxicities related directly to their cancer or its treatment or those with a cancer of unknown primary (CUP).
The postholders will assist in the development of the AOS and with support and guidance from the Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANP’s)/Senior Nurses they will participate in any diagnostic/treatment interventions, test requesting and individualised patient/carer support required by those accessing the AOS. This role may include long day and weekend working
The post holders will be responsible to Advanced Nurse Practitioners in the AOS service and the Advanced Oncology Specialist Nurse.
Hours of work are: 37.5 hrs per week.
Informal Enquiries to Lesley Taylor 01382 660111 ext 36042 or Rachel Haddock
Internal candidates: *Written approval must be sought from your line manager prior to applying for this secondment. You will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview.
NHS Tayside is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community