An interesting and unique opportunity has arisen for either an individual seeking career development within the Trust, or for an individual with
suitable demonstrable skills.
The position of Administrative Coordinator within the Respiratory team has become vacant, and we are seeking a candidate with excellent typing, communication and organisational skills, ideally with a good knowledge of the Trust's Core Patient Database and an understanding of the Somerset Cancer Register.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in their work; possess personal attributes of empathy, compassion and respect; be able to demonstrate resilience and have an ability to work with personnel at all levels across the Trust.
The hours are up to 37.5 hours per week with no weekend working.
• Establishing a close working relationship with the Respiratory Cancer consultants and Lung Cancer Nursing Team
• Collating lists of patients required to be reviewed in MDT by the clinical teams
• Adding patients to the Somerset cancer register for discussion at MDT
• Booking Fast track appointments and maintaining the fast track worklist as well as any tasks that arise from this
• Obtaining documentation that may be required by the clinical team
• Attending MDT meetings
• Communicating with patients to ensure they are aware of their attendances in the process
• Typing outcomes as instructed by the MDT attendees and typing of correspondence resulting from the MDT, together with any other correspondence that may be produced by the clinical team
The candidate will also be required to co-ordinate, produce and fill theatre lists for Respiratory endoscopic procedures and assist the wider Respiratory team where capacity permits. Supporting the smooth
running of the MDT and formulating theatre lists is the priority of this role, and requires the post-holder to demonstrate an ability to work under their own initiative with an element of autonomy.
Full training will be provided.
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension fordependants
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
• Agenerous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k)to support with relocation expensesfor hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
• A variety ofdifferent typesof paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
• Confidential advice and support on personal, work,familyand relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Workscheme
• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring,cinemaand financefrom a rangeof providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You areadvised to submityourapplication at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications fromeveryone,while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive fromdifferent backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part ofseekingto become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promoteSaBRE- Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
This advert closes on Thursday 13 Feb 2025
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .