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Job summary

Main area
Neurosciences
Grade
Band 4
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
37.5 hours per week
Job ref
188-AC080626
Employer
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
University Hospital Southampton
Town
Southampton
Salary
£28,392 - £31,157 Per annum - pro rata
Closing
30/06/2026 23:59

Employer heading

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust logo

Medical Staffing Coordinator

Band 4

Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

Main purpose of the role to be responsible for the smooth running of the care group medical staffing, ensuring that coordinated and streamlined admin processes revolve around the care group business needs.

The postholder will ensure all medical shifts are filled across the care group in a timely fashion, this will ensure full service provision and patient safety and will also reduce the need for last minute costly cover.

Postholder will report directly to the CG business manager and will work with the medical leads, the care group management team and the trusts central teams such as medical HR 

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. 

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At UHS, we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. 

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

A Medical Staffing Coordinator within Neurosciences at UHS is responsible for coordinating and maintaining medical staffing rotas for doctors and other medical staff across the department.

The role involves ensuring safe and effective medical cover, managing rota changes, annual leave, study leave, and on-call arrangements, while supporting compliance with working time regulations and staffing policies.

The coordinator works closely with clinical leads, consultants, trainees, and workforce teams to address staffing gaps, facilitate rota planning, and ensure accurate workforce records are maintained. This role focuses on medical workforce management rather than nursing staff rostering.

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Person specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential criteria
  • Level 4 Diploma or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge across a range of administrative work procedures including non-routine elements.
  • Detailed knowledge of admin procedures and working processes
  • Significant experience as a secretary or administrative assistant in a customer-focused environment
  • Experience of complex staff rosters
  • A good understanding of the importance of confidentiality and data protection
Desirable criteria
  • Previous experience of working within the NHS
  • Proficient in the use of all hospital computerised IT systems relevant to the role (Healthroster, ESR, TRAC, eRota)
  • Experience of recruitment

Trust Values

Essential criteria
  • Patients First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyArmed Forces Covenant (Silver Award)Care quality commission - GoodDisability confident employerInclusion UK

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Carly Walton
Job title
Associate CGM for Neurosciences
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
02381201472
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