Job summary
The primary function of this post is the allocation of work to Consultant Pathologistswithin specific turn-around-times. The role includes dividing work equally between the specialty Consultant Pathologists ensuring that each Consultant has sufficient job points to their allocated time. This post would suit someone who would like to gain more experience with/or has knowledge of Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets.
Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to:? Support the Operational and Business Coordinator, ensuring the day to day running of the Allocation Office is maintained and work is distributedaccordingly. This involves overseeing the distribution of work ensuring that specimen allocation time/points are appropriately divided between the specialty Consultant Histopathologists.? Ensure accurate data is recorded and records are maintained for thedepartment.? To review and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as and when required under the direction of the Histology Clerical Lead and Operationaland Business Coordinator.
About us
MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.
We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.
In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.
Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check atStandard Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check atStandard Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE (grade 4-9 or A-C) or equivalent in English and Mathematics
- Minimum of one 'A level' (grade A-E) or equivalent
- Qualified to OCR/RSA level 3 standard or equivalent or have equivalent experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS
- GCSE Biology
- ECDL or equivalent evidence of IT literacy.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in the use of patient databases.
- Knowledge of the range of secretarial procedures
- Basic understanding of medical terminology
Desirable
- Knowledge of inhouse Pathology IT systems
- Understanding of histopathology as a diagnostic service
Skills
Essential
- Organizational skills
- Audio touch typing (60wpm)
- Advanced use of Microsoft Excel
- Proficient in Microsoft word, and outlook
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE (grade 4-9 or A-C) or equivalent in English and Mathematics
- Minimum of one 'A level' (grade A-E) or equivalent
- Qualified to OCR/RSA level 3 standard or equivalent or have equivalent experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS
- GCSE Biology
- ECDL or equivalent evidence of IT literacy.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in the use of patient databases.
- Knowledge of the range of secretarial procedures
- Basic understanding of medical terminology
Desirable
- Knowledge of inhouse Pathology IT systems
- Understanding of histopathology as a diagnostic service
Skills
Essential
- Organizational skills
- Audio touch typing (60wpm)
- Advanced use of Microsoft Excel
- Proficient in Microsoft word, and outlook
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable
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).
