Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Band 4 Apprentice Medical Staffing Coordinator

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the vibrant Medical Hub as an Apprentice Medical Staffing Coordinator.The successful candidate will join our friendly and experienced team of Medical Staffing Coordinators and will be responsible for ensuring safe staffing levels of Medics are maintained across the General Integrated Medicine division, Emergency Medicine and Neurosciences.This is a fantastic chance to develop valuable communication and problem solving skills. The Medical Hub is a hardworking and dedicated team, but one that is fun to be part of. The role is full-time and there is also opportunity for weekend working on the Bank to support our 7-day per week service.

Alongside the job role you will be completing the Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship. If you already hold a qualification in Business Administration 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 over

Have the right to work in the UK

Have been permanently resident in the UK for the past 3 years

We welcome applications from those with lived experience of the care system.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be integral to a team that effectively and efficiently coordinates the medical staffing rosters for Consultant and junior medical staff across medicine specialties. Ensuring the right staff, with the right skills are in the right place at the right time.

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

24 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

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

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

22 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

162-6000-PA

Job locations

Workforce Hub

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 or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Paul Awosika, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5989. 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 or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Paul Awosika, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5989. 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 standard including Maths and GCSE in English or equivalent fluency in written and oral English.
  • ECDL or equivalent experience; can demonstrate a high level of computer literacy and good typing skills.

Skills/ Abilities

Essential

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong team player.
  • Problem-solving skills.

Desirable

  • Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
  • Able to use word processing, spreadsheet and database packages to collate, interpret, analyse and present information.

Experience/ Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience of working in the NHS or other large, complex organisation.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of using HealthRoster system for managing rotas and shifts.
Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE standard including Maths and GCSE in English or equivalent fluency in written and oral English.
  • ECDL or equivalent experience; can demonstrate a high level of computer literacy and good typing skills.

Skills/ Abilities

Essential

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong team player.
  • Problem-solving skills.

Desirable

  • Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
  • Able to use word processing, spreadsheet and database packages to collate, interpret, analyse and present information.

Experience/ Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience of working in the NHS or other large, complex organisation.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of using HealthRoster system for managing rotas and shifts.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Workforce Hub

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

Workforce Hub

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:

Medical Staffing Manager

Ayesha Butt

ayesha.butt3@nhs.net

01708435000

Details

Date posted

24 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

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

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

22 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

162-6000-PA

Job locations

Workforce Hub

Romford

RM7 0AG


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