NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board

Lung Cancer Screening Co-ordinator

The closing date is 07 August 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Lung Cancer Screening team in Birmingham & Solihull.Lung Cancer Screening will be rolled out to all residents of Birmingham & Solihull over the next 5 years. This programme targets individuals aged 55 to 74 years with a history of smoking. The goal is to achieve early diagnosis in 75% of cases, thus improving health outcomes for our population.This innovative programme has been successfully delivered for the last 2 years in East Birmingham, achieving a remarkable 76% of cancers diagnosed at stages 1 & 2.As we expand to the wider population, we are seeking a key member to join our team. As the Lung Cancer Screening Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and managing patients with suspected cancer with empathy and efficiency.The successful candidate will work closely with the MDT, receiving reports and alerts from scanning. You will utilise local and national systems to manage patient records, facilitate MDT meetings, and serve as a point of contact for patients.The ideal candidate will have experience and knowledge of lung cancer pathways and possess skills in time management and efficient administration in a healthcare setting, with a passion for improving patient care.The post holder will be required to work across a variety of sites in the ICB, enabling them to develop relationships with key personnel, stakeholders, and national teams, gaining confidence in communication and autonomy.

Main duties of the job

The safe and efficient management of patients referred from Lung Cancer Screening, and associated duties.
Manage, track & facilitate pt. reports
Compile and present reports for MDT
Actively track and monitor pt. outcomes
Administration of pt. referrals to national Cancer registry
Administration of pt. in local & provider PAS
Provide administrative support to clinicians, i.e. completing letters required for GP records & requesting GP records
First point of contact for patients via phone & email
Use knowledge & experience gained to identify service improvements
Escalate & expedite delays in CWT pathway
Liaise with MDT to respond to provider query's in pt. pathways
Complete monthly audits of activity & outcomes
liaise with key stakeholders & providers to ensure adherence to standard protocol
escalate to programme management issues or concerns
ensure all activity is in line with local and national protocols
Support completion of Monthly, quarterly and annual audits.

About us

Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care System brings together local NHS, councils and voluntary, community and faith sectors to better serve our communities. With a population of circa 1.55 million, our vision is for BSOL to be the healthiest place to live and work, driving equity in life chances and health outcomes for everyone. For an chance to be part of the fantastic opportunity we have as an Integrated Care System, apply for this role today.

As a member of our system you will actively demonstrate system values in all that you do. You will be driven to address health inequalities and create an environment that is inclusive for all people.

In return NHS Birmingham and Solihull can offer you the opportunity to thrive and develop in a team that is supportive, ambitious and inclusive. You will have plenty of opportunities to build your skills and experience, with a chance to work with colleagues across our five Provider Trusts, two Local Authorities, voluntary organisations, Integrated Care Board (ICB) and NHS England to truly effect change and add value.

We know that diversity fosters creativity and innovation and are committed to challenging discrimination, promoting equality of opportunity for all, being a fair and inclusive employer, and creating a place of work in which all of us feel we belong.

Date posted

24 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year Pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

529-7217428

Job locations

Birmingham & Solihull ICB, Alpha Tower

Birmingham

B1 1TT

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification for further details

Please ensure you read these thoroughly and demonstrate how you achieve the essential criteria in your supporting statement.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification for further details

Please ensure you read these thoroughly and demonstrate how you achieve the essential criteria in your supporting statement.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE or equivalent to Level 2 Functional Skills Maths & English
Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Demonstrates previous experience of working in an NHS/ Healthcare clinical setting
Demonstrates evidence of working with patients

Desirable

Experience of working within a cancer or respiratory care setting
Evidence of good communication skills with both patients and clinicians
Experience of working in a national screening programme

Skill

Essential

Recognises own limitations, and how to escalate challenges.
A demonstrable understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion with evidence of personal impact in these areas

Desirable

Demonstrates/evidence of managing online meetings
Demonstrates/Evidence of using IT applications for managing activity
Demonstrates/Evidence of using IT systems for managing workload
Demonstrates ability to manage conflicting priorities, and organise workload effectively

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of cancer provision within the NHS, including an understanding of cancer waiting times standards.
Experience of inputting and interpreting data

Desirable

Experience of multi-professional working
Evidence of good communication skills with both patients and clinicians

travel

Essential

Able to work flexibly and attend clinical sites dependant on screening location

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE or equivalent to Level 2 Functional Skills Maths & English
Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Demonstrates previous experience of working in an NHS/ Healthcare clinical setting
Demonstrates evidence of working with patients

Desirable

Experience of working within a cancer or respiratory care setting
Evidence of good communication skills with both patients and clinicians
Experience of working in a national screening programme

Skill

Essential

Recognises own limitations, and how to escalate challenges.
A demonstrable understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion with evidence of personal impact in these areas

Desirable

Demonstrates/evidence of managing online meetings
Demonstrates/Evidence of using IT applications for managing activity
Demonstrates/Evidence of using IT systems for managing workload
Demonstrates ability to manage conflicting priorities, and organise workload effectively

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of cancer provision within the NHS, including an understanding of cancer waiting times standards.
Experience of inputting and interpreting data

Desirable

Experience of multi-professional working
Evidence of good communication skills with both patients and clinicians

travel

Essential

Able to work flexibly and attend clinical sites dependant on screening location

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board

Address

Birmingham & Solihull ICB, Alpha Tower

Birmingham

B1 1TT

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board

Address

Birmingham & Solihull ICB, Alpha Tower

Birmingham

B1 1TT

Employer's website

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