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Main area: Vascular
Grade: Band 3
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time - 35 hours per week (Candidate must be able to work Fridays at Royal Sussex County Hospital)
Job ref: 279-6993209-MAR25
Employer: 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Worthing Hospital
Town: Worthing
Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 per annum, pro rata for part time
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 17/03/2025 23:59
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented, and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed.
Job overview
The Vascular Assessment Unit does many different examinations from simple ankle brachial pressure measurements to complex vascular imaging studies. All the tests performed are non-invasive. The unit is staffed by Clinical Vascular Scientists (CVS) and the post holder would support this clinical team administratively.
The post holder would be based at Worthing Hospital with the requirement to cover Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton every Friday. There is the option to work from Southlands a few days a week, depending on how the 35 hours are worked.
Main duties of the job
* To provide admin support for the CVS team.
* To contact patients to agree appointments, arranging transport, coordination with other clinics and interpreters as required.
* To send patient results.
* To be the first point of contact for queries.
* To maintain accurate patient records across a number of Trust systems.
* To have excellent organisational skills to juggle the demands of the varying appointment types/urgencies.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Role Summary
The Vascular Assessment Unit performs many different examinations from simple ankle brachial pressure measurements to complex vascular imaging studies. All the tests performed are non-invasive. The unit is staffed by Clinical Vascular Scientists (CVS) and the post holder would support this clinical team administratively.
This includes the following:
* To provide efficient and accurate administrative support to the busy clinical environment of the Vascular Assessment Unit.
* To administer the booking system for outpatient appointments including transport, coordination with other clinics, and interpreter requirements.
* To maintain accurate patient records on Trust systems such as bamboo and CRIS and use IT systems, for example, Excel, to maintain good organisation of the varying appointment types/urgencies.
* To ensure completed scan reports and results are sent to patients and healthcare professionals in a timely manner.
* To be the first point of contact for administrative queries and to direct queries to the appropriate team member.
Person specification
Experience / Qualifications
* Knowledge of Trust systems.
* English GCSE grade A-C or equivalent.
* Previous experience in the NHS or in a related field.
Skills
* Computer literacy and typing skills.
* Previous related work experience preferably in an office environment.
* Customer service or related experience.
Important information for applicants:
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.
Further Information: For help with the application process for Nursing vacancies, please email uhsussex.nursingteam@nhs.net. For help with the application process for Non-Nursing vacancies, please email uhsussex.nonnursingteam@nhs.net.
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