Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Apprentice MS Coordinator

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Job summary

We are looking for a part time, highly organised person to join us as an Apprentice MS Co-ordinator. You will be able to prioritise a busy workload in a demanding environment and perform well under pressure. You will have the opportunity to work with clinicians to deliver high quality care to patients within the Multiple Sclerosis Service.

The role includes leading on the tracking of patients' pathways. By working with a wide range of clinical and managerial staff, and providing high standard of administrative support, the post holder will prepare MS Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) list, book appointments, answer phone queries, complete MS database. You will have experience in an admin and clerical role with organisational and customer service skills, and a sincere desire to be part of a team that takes great pride in helping patients.

Alongside the job role you will be completing the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship. If you already hold a Business Administration qualification at Level 3 or above, then you are not eligible to apply.

Please read the advert and Job Description carefully before applying, ensuring that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification. To be eligible for an Apprenticeship you must meet the following criteria:Be 18 years old or overHave the right to work in the UKHave been permanently resident in the UK for the past 3 yearsWe welcome applications from those with lived experience of the care system

Main duties of the job

The MS Coordinator will provide administrative coordination and support to the MS Team by undertaking administrative duties, triaging telephone calls and emails and performing appropriate tasks as identified by the MS multi-disciplinary team.

Main duties and responsibilities will include: triaging of emails sent to the service' email address and of telephone calls (and voicemail) to the service telephone lines; keeping a comprehensive record of prescription renewals and arranging repeat prescriptions to be provided to patients, liaising with Pharmacy where necessary and strict monitoring of each patient pathway within the service to enable quick and easy reference for clinical staff (MS specialist nurses and Consultants). The MS specialist nurses are the first point of contact for patients telephoning the service for clinical advice and support.

About us

We provide care for the residents of three diverse London boroughs. Most of our 7,800 permanent staff live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge and the majority are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.

Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals and we operate from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We have two of the busiest emergency departments in London - more than 300,000 people visited our A&Es in 2023. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Community Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic, and Harold Wood Polyclinic.

We're pleased to be leading the way in reducing the time our patients wait to get the treatment they need. The Elective Surgical Hub at King George Hospital is one of eight to be accredited as part of a national scheme; the Care Quality Commission has raised the ratings for urgent and emergency care at Queen's and King George hospitals; and data released by NHS England showed that the Trust was the most improved in 2023 for reducing waits for emergency care.

We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We're also part of the North East London Cancer Alliance.

Details

Date posted

12 January 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£29,460 to £31,909 a year per annum inclusive

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

28 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

162-5725-SW

Job locations

Queen's Hospital

Rom Valley Way

Romford

RM7 0AG


Job description

Job responsibilities

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

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Sarah Wood, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4188. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Sarah Wood, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4188. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level including Maths and English

Desirable

  • Knowledge of medical terminology

Experience / knowledge

Essential

  • Experience of working in an Admin and Clerical position
  • Computer literate, with experience of using a keyboard.
  • Knowledge of databases, spreadsheets e.g. PAS, Excel or similar applications.

Desirable

  • Experience of using a full range of IT/Patient administration systems.
  • Experience of patient administration work in a healthcare setting.
Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level including Maths and English

Desirable

  • Knowledge of medical terminology

Experience / knowledge

Essential

  • Experience of working in an Admin and Clerical position
  • Computer literate, with experience of using a keyboard.
  • Knowledge of databases, spreadsheets e.g. PAS, Excel or similar applications.

Desirable

  • Experience of using a full range of IT/Patient administration systems.
  • Experience of patient administration work in a healthcare setting.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Queen's Hospital

Rom Valley Way

Romford

RM7 0AG


Employer's website

https://www.bhrhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Queen's Hospital

Rom Valley Way

Romford

RM7 0AG


Employer's website

https://www.bhrhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Patiemt Pathway Manager

Ioana Zorila

ioana.zorila@nhs.net

01708435000

Details

Date posted

12 January 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£29,460 to £31,909 a year per annum inclusive

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

28 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

162-5725-SW

Job locations

Queen's Hospital

Rom Valley Way

Romford

RM7 0AG


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