Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the the Respiratory service within the Heart & Chest Clinic at Southend Hospital as an Assistant Patient Pathway Coordinator.
You will be dealing directly with members of the public as well as hospital staff and will deal with highly sensitive and confidential patient information.
You will require experience within an administrative role, good knowledge of Microsoft Word packages and excellent organisational skills.
Main duties of the job
In this fast paced role, you'll be responsible for coordinating complex bookings, overseeing mailbox communications, preparing clinics, tracking patients through the Patient Tracking List, processing clinic outcomes and any other administrative tasks for the smooth running of the service.You'll be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, precision and initiative.
About us
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
Details
Date posted
24 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
390-DOM-SO-8354
Job locations
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Southend-on-Sea
SS0 0RY
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting new role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.We look forward to your application. Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting new role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.We look forward to your application.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Minimum two years experience in previous administrative role within NHS setting
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Knowledge of 18 week referral to treatment

Desirable

• System knowledge for Medway, CED, ICE
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel with touch typing keyboard skills

Qualifications
Essential

• Minimum 5 GCSE or equivalent experience in similar position for 2 years

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Minimum two years experience in previous administrative role within NHS setting
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Knowledge of 18 week referral to treatment

Desirable

• System knowledge for Medway, CED, ICE
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel with touch typing keyboard skills

Qualifications
Essential

• Minimum 5 GCSE or equivalent experience in similar position for 2 years

Skills Required