Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Cancer Services team at Manchester Royal Infirmary. We are currently seeking an innovative,enthusiastic, self-motivated and dynamic individual to join our Cancer Services Management Team to be responsible for the proactive day-to-daymanagement and organisation of the MDT Co-Ordinator and Cancer Tracking teams.You must enjoy working in a busy environment and be able to prioritise your own and your team's workload. You will need excellent interpersonalskills, be IT literate, and able to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
The post holder will be responsible for the data collection and validation of Cancer Waiting Times (CWT), Cancer Outcomes and Services Dataset (COSD) data and Faster Diagnosis Standards, as well as developing systems and processes to support data quality checks to ensure the trust is submitted accurate data. The post holder will be required to analyse complex data and report on trends to support the improvement of MRI data collection.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the data collection and validation of Cancer Waiting Times (CWT), Cancer Outcomes and Services Dataset (COSD) data and Faster Diagnosis Standards, as well as developing systems and processes to support data quality checks to ensure the trust is submitted accurate data. The post holder will also be responsible for the collation and validation of the Greater Manchester Hub submission (GM Hub). The post holder will be required to attend weekly PTL meetings identifying potential pathway delays and bottlenecks within the cancer pathway.
The post holder will also be responsible for the line management of the MDT Coordinators, Assistant Pathway Coordinators and the MDT Facilitator team and will ensure that the service is delivered in line with local and National operational policies and will be responsible for the development of the staff within Cancer Services - ultimately resulting in streamlined patient pathways and improved patient experience.
The post holder will be required to support the PTL Meetings, MRI CWT Performance and Compliance, monitoring data collection processes and compliance controls. The Post holder will be pivotal in the monitoring of Cancer Services processes across MRI, feeding into the Management of, as well as the development and training of Cancer Services staff.
The post holder will also be expected to provide cover in times of absence.
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.6bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Proven ability to work in an organised and methodical manner Experience of using a database to retrieve and analyse data
- Knowledge of current national Cancer Waiting Times Targets and guidelines
- Ability to produce statistical reports and manipulate data
- Ability to develop local procedures to support service delivery
- Able to communicate effectively with people at all levels including clinicians
Desirable
- Team Player and has an ability to persuade and motivate others in the wider team
Essential Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including Math's and English or equivalent or equivalent experience
- Relevant degree or equivalent work experience within the NHS or another Healthcare setting
- ECDL or equivalent demonstrable skills with advanced knowledge of Excel
Desirable
- RSA typing or equivalent keyboard skills
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team and in isolation
- Experience of working with Multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience of planning and implementing new processes
- Line manager or supervision of staff
- Experience in training staff members
- Experience of managing priorities under pressure
- Proven attention to detail and ability to produce complete and accurate information to a high standard
- Knowledge of cancer pathways
Desirable
- Project management skills
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Proven ability to work in an organised and methodical manner Experience of using a database to retrieve and analyse data
- Knowledge of current national Cancer Waiting Times Targets and guidelines
- Ability to produce statistical reports and manipulate data
- Ability to develop local procedures to support service delivery
- Able to communicate effectively with people at all levels including clinicians
Desirable
- Team Player and has an ability to persuade and motivate others in the wider team
Essential Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including Math's and English or equivalent or equivalent experience
- Relevant degree or equivalent work experience within the NHS or another Healthcare setting
- ECDL or equivalent demonstrable skills with advanced knowledge of Excel
Desirable
- RSA typing or equivalent keyboard skills
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team and in isolation
- Experience of working with Multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience of planning and implementing new processes
- Line manager or supervision of staff
- Experience in training staff members
- Experience of managing priorities under pressure
- Proven attention to detail and ability to produce complete and accurate information to a high standard
- Knowledge of cancer pathways
Desirable
- Project management skills
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
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).
