Job overview

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.

Working for our organisation

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.