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Job summary

Main area
Emergency Department
Grade
Band 4
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
37.5 hours per week (24hr cover over a 4 week rota. Must be able to work nights, long days and twilights)
Job ref
390-MED-SO-9863
Employer
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Southend
Town
Westcliff-on-Sea
Salary
£28,392 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
20/08/2026 23:59

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Emergency Department Flow Co-ordinator

Band 4

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS), which is a system of health and care partners working together for our local population.

Within Mid and South Essex there are 149 GP practices, operating from over 200 sites, forming 27 Primary Care Networks and one Ambulance Trust. There are also three main community and mental health service providers who work together through a community collaborative.

We collaborate with other valuable partners, including three Healthwatch organisations, nine voluntary and community sector organisations and three top tier local authorities, with seven district, borough and city councils, as well as our local universities.

 

Job overview

We are looking for motivated individuals with excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills who is dedicated to working as part of our friendly team.

We take pride in nurturing a supportive environment in which to work while ensuring we deliver a high quality service.

You will provide a comprehensive administrative service to the Emergency Department (ED) and facilitate the smooth running of the patient journey and be required to monitor patient activity and flow within the department and work collaboratively with the shift coordinator and the wider multidisciplinary team.

Working in partnership with the ED Nurse in Charge and the Site Managers you will maintain up to date and accurate computer based records for patient flow, chase and escalate delays in the patients emergency pathway e.g. ensure diagnostic tests are ordered and carried out at an appropriate time to aid the clinical decision making including; discharge and admission.

Main duties of the job

Join our Emergency Department team and help ensure patients receive timely, safe and effective care. Working closely with the ED Shift Coordinator, you will support patient flow across the department, helping to deliver high-quality care and maintain professional standards.

You will coordinate patient movement through the ED, working with clinical teams to minimise delays and improve patient journeys. Key responsibilities include participating in board rounds, contributing to care planning, attending capacity meetings, and providing updates on departmental performance and flow.

The role involves liaising with portering teams to ensure timely imaging and patient transfers, managing telephone enquiries from patients, relatives and colleagues, and delivering professional, compassionate support. You will also validate breaches in real time and retrospectively to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with Trust policies.

Additional responsibilities include arranging patient transport, coordinating emergency transfers with ambulance services and other hospitals, and promptly reporting accidents and incidents to the Nurse in Charge to maintain a safe environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, proactive and patient-focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is committed to improving patient experience and operational efficiency within one of the busiest areas of the hospital.

Working for our organisation

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • GCSE or equivalent grade C or above in English and Maths

Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria
  • Work/Experience of delivering customer facing service
  • Considerable skill and experience in using multiple computer systems
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of NHS Systems
  • Advanced IT System skills
  • Experience of working in a hospital setting and knowledge of patient flow

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Trust IDNHS Employers Diversity and Inclusion PartnersApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyMenopause Friendly EmployerArmed Forces Covenant Gold Awardhttps://www.gov.uk/government/publications/kickstart-scheme-employer-resources/kickstart-scheme-brand-guidelinesStonewall Silver 2022Disability confident employerNHS Rainbow badgeNHS Pastoral CareNHS 75th Birthday

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Jane Ralph
Job title
ED Matron
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01702 435555
Additional information

Greg Keane ED Matron

Bilby Augustine ED Matron

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