Senior Assistant Admin Support Practitioner (Radiotherapy Physics)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Radiotherapy Planning department for a full time, Band 3 Senior Assistant Admin Support Practitioner (Radiotherapy Physics), to join the administration team based at Derriford Hospital.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, effective communicator and motivated individual to join our team. The post-holder will be working closely with clinical and administrative colleagues to ensure tasks are completed to a high standard ensuring the smooth running of the service.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing clerical services for the Radiotherapy Physics section within the Healthcare Science and Technology Directorate.

The post will provide a wealth of opportunities to develop and broaden abilities.

This role is demanding and interesting and will require someone who is adaptable and able to work under pressure, has attention to detail, skill to manage a variety of tasks to ensure to meet deadlines within the service. The ideal candidate must have a 'can do' attitude and ability to use their own initiative with effective communication/interpersonal and IT skills. A friendly and approachable nature are essential for this role as you will be interacting with patients as they embark on their Radiotherapy treatment pathway.

Main duties of the job

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

To co-ordinate and deliver a comprehensive Admin service to Radiotherapy Physics in an efficient and timely manner. This will primarily include work in the Stereotactic and External Beam Radiotherapy services.

Working on own initiative and maintaining good communications between the team, patients, carers and other health professionals.

To contribute to the effective delivery of patient treatment pathways.

To maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with the Trust Code of Practice.

To work in line with the Trust values and professional policies /codes of conduct.

To prioritise demand, accommodate unplanned events and work without direct supervision.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Derriford Road, Crownhill

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

Employer's website

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

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Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Derriford Road, Crownhill

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

Employer's website

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

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