Job summary
- Main area
- Administration
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - Monday to Friday (core department hours 8am - 4pm)
- Job ref
- 184-HR6223132
- Employer
- Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Musgrove Park Hospital
- Town
- Taunton
- Salary
- £25,147 - £27,596 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 06/05/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Cancer Services Administrator
Band 4
Our award winning trusts recognise that our colleagues are our most valuable resource, we are proud of the excellent levels of service our Trust provides to our service users and the dedication and conscientiousness of our colleagues. With over 10,000 colleagues working for our trusts in a very wide range of services, we aim to provide a supportive, inclusive environment in which our colleagues can thrive.
Job overview
Do you have background in administration along with a desire to have an impact on patient care within Cancer Services? We are recruiting for two Administrators to work in the role of MDT Coordinator.
This role is currently a hybrid role with a mixture of on-site working and home-based working. The role covers the county, so travel to Musgrove Park Hospital and Yeovil District Hospital should be expected to run the MDT meetings (at least weekly).
We are looking for someone who can confidently communicate with a broad range of colleagues while working remotely, is a confident typist with knowledge of medical terminology and can confidently co-ordinate cancer MDT meetings both in person and on virtual platforms (i.e. MS Teams), can manage the facilitation of MDT equipment, and has knowledge and experience as outlined on the Job Description.
Main duties of the job
As MDT Coordinator, you'll coordinate and run cancer MDT meetings, tracking patients on a suspected cancer pathway, and supporting the data collection of national CWT, COSD and audit requirements.
You'll also assist with the collection and inputting of patient activity data, and provide cover across the MDT Coordinator team. This is a fast paced and demanding role, set within a very friendly and supportive team environment.
You’ll join a team who are passionate about delivering the best possible service to our patients. We are looking for someone who is a strong team player, has a good eye for detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
In return we can offer training, support with those who wish to work on their professional development, fun Away Days, flexible working (both onsite and working from home), and a great team to work alongside!
Working for our organisation
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression, and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.
The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person specification
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential criteria
- Educated to degree Level or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Full UK driving licence with ability and willingness to travel as required
Desirable criteria
- Computer Literacy (ECDL / RSA)
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of medical terminology, specifically relating to cancer
- Knowledge of virtual meeting platforms (i.e Skype/MS Teams)
- Awareness of Data Protection issues
Desirable criteria
- MDT/Project Management
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working to tight deadlines and prioritising tasks
- Experience of working in a busy team/ multidisciplinary environment (including virtually)
- Experience of organising and co-ordinating meetings, including minute taking
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of the NHS with an understanding of NHS processes and patient pathways
- Experience of developing processes for the collection and collation of data for audit purposes
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Essential criteria
- Evidence of a good standard of literacy/English language skills both written and verbal
- Good typing speed with excellent accuracy
Desirable criteria
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy
- Provides training to others on own area of expertise, and willing to engage with and learn from peers, other professionals and colleagues
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Katie Popham
- Job title
- Deputy Cancer Services Operational Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
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