On Ward 4 we are looking for a caring, compassionate and motivated individual to join our team. Ward 4 is an acute medical Oncology ward, which specialises in caring for patients with Altered Airways, based within one of the leading cancer centres in Europe. On Ward 4 we are committed in the investment of excellent individuals who want to be part of an organisation that is dedicated to providing the most advanced cancer care. We are committed in the provision of exemplary patient care and this is demonstrated in our collaborative team approach.
We are a 25 bedded ward, which is comprised of open bays and side rooms. We care for a variety of different disease groups. This provides an array of exposure, broadens knowledge, and expertise within the field of oncology. We treat patients with a full range of diagnostic, inpatient, and treatment needs. Alongside specialising in Altered Airways, we administer chemotherapy regimens, we also support patients during their treatment with the symptoms and side effects of treatment. We care for palliative patients providing symptom control and also end-of-life care.
We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic and caring housekeeper to contribute to the excellent care that is provided on Ward 4
On Ward 4 you can expect both a rewarding and challenging role, working with a wide range of oncology patients in a busy environment.
You should possess excellent communication skills, IT literate, willing to work flexibly as part of a team and be committed to high standards of working. The working hours of this role will be Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays).
Reporting of maintenance within the ward, ordering of stock, keeping the ward clean, tidy and well organised in line with infection control policy and procedure, working as part of a team and in conjunction with the Domestic staff.
If you are a passionate, dedicated and caring individual, this job could be for you!
The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.
We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.
We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.

EDUCATION

Training will be given to enable the Housekeeper to undertake all duties.

JOB PURPOSE

The Ward Housekeeper will be required to undertake a range of duties associated with the upkeep of the units environment and maintain the highest standard of cleanliness. To work as part of a team and in conjunction with the Domestic(s). As part of the unit team the Housekeeper will enhance the delivery of patient care by nursing staff and carers. The Housekeeper may at anytime be requested to assist in other areas as Service requires.

CLEANING DUTIES

• To undertake cleaning duties in accordance with the schedules and procedures of the ward.
• Undertake weekly cleaning of ward/unit equipment/environment as per disinfection/cleaning policy.
• To monitor standard of cleanliness on the ward/Unit daily, liaising with Domestic service and Ward/Unit Manager.