Neurology Coordinator

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 26 September 2024

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has come up for a 30 hours a week Neurology Coordinator role focusing on the individuals living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and individuals living with Epilepsy.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised person to work in this busy department. The post is to ensure patients' pathways are monitored and kept up to date and to be a primary point of contact for the patient. The post is interesting and varied and requires the ability to work as a member of a team.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate good effective communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, work methodically under pressure, have the ability to work using your own initiative plus the ability to work as a member of a team.

Main duties of the job

This role involves working in the Neurology team to coordinate the care and management of the patients along clinical pathways. Working in conjunction with colleagues, service users and stakeholders to provide an efficient service.

To be the primary contact for patient, initial triage, solve routine questions and raise relevant issues with the appropriate clinicians. e.g., the issues around changes in conditions and medication such as disease modifying drugs.

Assisting in the development of the service within the department with the assistance of the senior operational manager, clinicians and any relevant individuals

To use own initiative and work without immediate supervision. The post holder is required to maintain the Trust's values and core standards and to lead by example.

About us

As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!

Date posted

13 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year Per annum, Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-637

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached the Neurology coordinator job description for information surrounding the main responsibilities.

Further details can be obtained by contacting the department, we welcome informal discussions about the role prior to applying - please get in touch!

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached the Neurology coordinator job description for information surrounding the main responsibilities.

Further details can be obtained by contacting the department, we welcome informal discussions about the role prior to applying - please get in touch!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Minimum of 5 GSCEs including English Language and Maths or functional skills

Experience

Essential

  • Previous office administration experience with a proven track record of problem solving (3 years minimum)Experience of dealing with the Public/Customer service experience

Desirable

  • Previous NHS administration experience (3 years minimum)Word processing

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • Good analytical and judgmental skills with ability to prioritise.Ability to take steps to ensure the patient has a smooth pathway.Ability to multitask.Ability to organise own time.Accurate and timely presentation of informationWillingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Minimum of 5 GSCEs including English Language and Maths or functional skills

Experience

Essential

  • Previous office administration experience with a proven track record of problem solving (3 years minimum)Experience of dealing with the Public/Customer service experience

Desirable

  • Previous NHS administration experience (3 years minimum)Word processing

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • Good analytical and judgmental skills with ability to prioritise.Ability to take steps to ensure the patient has a smooth pathway.Ability to multitask.Ability to organise own time.Accurate and timely presentation of informationWillingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients.

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Operational Manager

Imogene Spink

Imogene.Spink@SomersetFT.nhs.uk

07776642546

Date posted

13 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year Per annum, Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-637

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


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