Job Description

Neurology Department - Pathway Coordinator (Medical Secretary)



An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pathway Coordinator to join the Neurology team, based on level 10 at Derriford Hospital.



The role is demanding and interesting and will require someone who is flexible and able to work well within a busy environment, has attention to detail skill to manage a variety of tasks to meet deadlines within the service.



We are looking for an enthusiastic, capable and motivated individual to join our team. The post-holder will be working closely with clinical and administrative colleagues to ensure tasks are completed to a high standard to ensure the smooth running of the service.



The ideal candidate must have a flexible 'can do' attitude and the ability to use own initiative with excellent communication/interpersonal and IT skills.

Working hours:

Full Time - Monday - Friday 0900 - 1700



Previous applicants need not apply,



For more information or to discuss this role please contact Shelley Reynolds, Speciality Coordinator (shelley.reynolds1@nhs.net)



Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.



The post holder will be responsible for making an active contribution to the management and co-ordination of the work of the clinical office. This will include



ensuring the delivery of a high quality service to the clinical teams



enabling the delivery of all access standards



compliance with administrative process, policy and guidelines.



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Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ' Priority ' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.



We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.



Have knowledge of the latest local and national access standards and targets relevant to the

specialty.

To support the proactive management of all relevant waiting lists and target reports, ensuring

that patients do not breach their target waits including 2ww patients in accordance with local

and national guidelines.

Ensure that patients are proactively managed and are 'pulled' though the administrative

systems designed to support their care journey e.g. obtaining diagnostic results for review,

DNAs, removal from waiting lists, expediting referrals etc

Ensure that all data quality issues are minimised. Action data quality and other reports as directed by the Clinical Administration Manager. Updating databases and audit management where relevant. Ensure you follow the Trust's APN guidelines and any other standard processes within the

Trust.

Ensure that all outpatient clinical sessions are booked with appropriate patients in an

effective and efficient way who do not require the support of the OAC department.

Ensure correspondence received into the department is dealt with efficiently and effectively. Attend specialty meetings as required

For further details please see attached JD&PS.