IBD Multidisciplinary Teams (MDT) Coordinator

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

The closing date is 17 March 2025

Job summary

To provide support to the Gastroenterology team whilst experiencing high volumes of referrals, by proactively tracking patients from referral, through diagnostics, treatment planning and all screening, upgrades and subsequent treatments in accordance with national guidance.

To prepare and co-ordinate IBD MDT meetings with consultants & IBD nurses and to ensure follow up actions have been completed.

Main duties of the job

To be fully conversant with patient pathways and to ensure that patients are treated equitably, reaching targets for first appointments, diagnostic tests and treatment within relevant times scales.

To liaise with other MDT coordinators and across the Trust to monitor the coordination of all elements of the patient pathway. This may include highlighting patient target dates to ensure that investigations are carried out in a timely manner.

To work closely with clinicians, specialist nurses, secretaries and all members of the Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT) across Gastroenterology to ensure that suspected and diagnosed IBD patients are actively managed through patient pathways.

Ensure all recommendations from the MDT and its' outcomes are recorded on Somerset immediately after the MDT and are actioned accordingly.

To produce the list of all patients to be discussed at the MDT and distribute to MDT members prior to the meeting and after the meeting circulate a list of all patients discussed indicating main conclusion from the meeting.

To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the members of the Gastroenterology/IBD clinical & non-clinical teams.

To respect confidentiality on any matter concerning a patient arising during the course of duty and not to disclose such information at any time to unauthorised persons.

About us

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Date posted

03 March 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-IMT-157

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Flat D Stretton House

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

Educated to NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Experience and Attainments

Essential

Administrative experience within the NHS

Desirable

Knowledge of PAS systems
Experience of using trusts information systems (Careflow, CRIS, Digital Dictation, Somerset)
Involvement or participation in MDT meetings

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

Must be able to demonstrate, in relation to patients, visitors, colleagues and other individuals connected with the Trust and NHS
You are able to communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care, treatment, service or support as appropriate to your role
Competent use of computerised data systems i.e. excel, Microsoft office, word and outlook
Good time management and prioritisation to ensure deadlines are met

Special Requirements

Essential

Able to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable and trustworthy
Treat patients, visitors, colleagues with respect
Ability to travel between Trust sites
Ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the team, the service and the Trust

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

Educated to NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Experience and Attainments

Essential

Administrative experience within the NHS

Desirable

Knowledge of PAS systems
Experience of using trusts information systems (Careflow, CRIS, Digital Dictation, Somerset)
Involvement or participation in MDT meetings

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

Must be able to demonstrate, in relation to patients, visitors, colleagues and other individuals connected with the Trust and NHS
You are able to communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care, treatment, service or support as appropriate to your role
Competent use of computerised data systems i.e. excel, Microsoft office, word and outlook
Good time management and prioritisation to ensure deadlines are met

Special Requirements

Essential

Able to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable and trustworthy
Treat patients, visitors, colleagues with respect
Ability to travel between Trust sites
Ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the team, the service and the Trust

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.