Job summary
The Cancer Services Team at Bolton NHS Foundation Trust has a fantastic 37.5 hour permanent opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated and flexible individual who is looking for a challenge in a post that is both interesting and varied.
You will be responsible primarily for providing an effective tracking and administration service in the management of cancer patients to achieve National Cancer Waiting Time targets, and in line with the local standards.
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
Duties will include planning and organising MDT meetings, managing the patient through the cancer pathway, highlighting delays or potential issues and proactively resolving these. Maintaining accurate data on Somerset Cancer Register and ensuring the patients can be monitored through a patient tracking list (PTL) are also core duties. The role works closely with clinical teams and Operational Business Managers.You will be expected to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the desire to work in a patient focussed environment. You will also need to have good IT and organisational skills, with the ability to deal sensitively and confidently with people, both face to face and over the telephone, as well as work effectively as part of the team. The ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines is essential. You will also need to be able to work using your own initiative and without direct supervision. Experience in a clerical / administration role is essential. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of cancer targets and patient pathways.
About us
The aims of this Trust are to improve the health of our people and provide the best possible care to the population in which we serve and ensure that our staff have joy and pride in their work. We are striving to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities in which we serve. Staff are valued and we can offer excellent opportunities for further training and development.
The vision of this Trust is to be recognised by the people of Bolton and beyond as an excellent provider of health and care services and a great place to work. We are striving to attract, recruit and retain high caliber staff which reflect our communities. We are an inclusive employer who trains and develops our staff in a positive learning environment. We aim to be inclusive and therefore applications form all sectors of the community are welcomed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role please see the attached job description. If you have any further questions regarding this role please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role please see the attached job description. If you have any further questions regarding this role please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general standard of education, Maths and English Language qualification
- Information Governance Training
- NVQ level 4 or equivalent knowledge
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further study as needed.
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years NHS experience
- Experience of working within a complex administration / clerical environment within the NHS
- Experience of Service Improvement
- Able to work across organisational boundaries
Desirable
- Experienced in tracking patient pathways
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge
Essential
- Effective management of time and resources
- Understanding of issues around patient confidentiality
- Has a working knowledge of LE2.2 / hospital PAS systems and other hospital systems
- Skilled in interpreting data
Desirable
- Has a working knowledge of clinical pathways
- Has a knowledge of Somerset Cancer Register
- Has a knowledge of Cancer Waiting Times standards
Skills
Essential
- Ability to deal confidently with clinicians, managers and colleagues.
- Works well under pressure with the ability to meet deadlines
- Able to work autonomously and prioritise effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organised, dynamic and work with an excellent level of detail and accuracy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general standard of education, Maths and English Language qualification
- Information Governance Training
- NVQ level 4 or equivalent knowledge
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further study as needed.
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years NHS experience
- Experience of working within a complex administration / clerical environment within the NHS
- Experience of Service Improvement
- Able to work across organisational boundaries
Desirable
- Experienced in tracking patient pathways
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge
Essential
- Effective management of time and resources
- Understanding of issues around patient confidentiality
- Has a working knowledge of LE2.2 / hospital PAS systems and other hospital systems
- Skilled in interpreting data
Desirable
- Has a working knowledge of clinical pathways
- Has a knowledge of Somerset Cancer Register
- Has a knowledge of Cancer Waiting Times standards
Skills
Essential
- Ability to deal confidently with clinicians, managers and colleagues.
- Works well under pressure with the ability to meet deadlines
- Able to work autonomously and prioritise effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organised, dynamic and work with an excellent level of detail and accuracy.
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.
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
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).
