Job Description

The post holder will be responsible for supporting the Cancer Management Team in the day-to-day Supervision and operational delivery of the MDT Team and maintaining accurate data for the Trust within the Cancer Services Department.



In addition to effective communication skills, you must be able to demonstrate the ability to embrace and deliver change.



This role will be an excellent opportunity for candidates who wish to develop their career within the trust.

Additional working pattern details:

Monday to Friday, working pattern to be agreed on appointment

The proposed interview date is:

13th August



To supervise, develop and train multi-disciplinary coordinators' and MDT support staff. To enable provision of administrative support to the multi-disciplinary team meetings being undertaken within the region. To observe National Cancer Waiting Times targets and Cancer Services standards as identified in the NHS Cancer Plan, ensuring the data collection process is carried out in a timely manner. To ensure that all related documentation is prepared and maintained, including relevant audit data. To ensure National Guidance and Protocols are implemented effectively, in particular interpreting cancer waiting times guidelines and providing guidance to others. To work unsupervised and be self-motivated. To deputize for the Deputy General Manager during periods of absence.

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.



With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.



As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.



Effective supervision of MDT Services across the county.



Effective observation of Cancer Waiting Times.



To analyse Cancer Waiting Times data and liaise with members of the MDT and Service Delivery to identify potential delays in treatment.



Assist in the design, development and implementation of MDT policies and procedures.



Attend the weekly Cancer Services Operational Meeting; creating the agenda, taking minutes and distributing actions in a timely manner.



Ensure adequate cover plans are in place for all MDT meetings.



Develop a data and filing system to enable the MDT team easy and efficient access to core information.



Assist in maintaining the schedule of data returns, under the direction of the General Manager, Cancer Services and in co-operation with the information directorate.



Support management of tertiary referrals.



Assist with the preparation audit documentation required for annual review, under the direction of the chair of the MDT, record operational policies for the team and ensure that these are available for inspection if required.



Co-ordinate and information required for a cancer accreditation visits relevant to the MDT