Patient Pathway Coordinator- Cancer Services Band 4Main area Cancer ServicesGrade Band 4Contract Fixed term: 12 monthsHours Full time - 37.5 hours per weekJob ref 362-A-21-3527625-ASite Stockport NHS foundation TrustTown StockportSalary Dependant on experienceClosing 21/11/2021 23:59 Stockport NHS Foundation TrustThere are lots of good reasons to choose to come and work at Stockport NHS Foundation Trust. A dynamic integrated Trust with integrity and vision. Exactly the same qualities you’ll see in yourself. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust aims to be the organisation of choice for patients and an employer of choice for staff. In order to continually improve all aspects of our patient experience, we rely upon having a highly skilled, motivated, diverse, productive and patient focused workforce.Stockport Foundation Trust is one of four ‘specialist’ hospital sites in Greater Manchester. Being a ‘specialist’ hospital will enhance our general surgery, anaesthetics, critical care and emergency medicine for the benefit of people in Stockport, High Peak, Cheshire and across Greater Manchester.Our values ‘We Care, We Respect, We Listen’ are at the heart of everything we do, and come from our promise: ‘Making a difference every day.’ They drive the behaviour and actions for everyone in our organisation.In your application for this post, please describe how your experience and skills align with 'Our values-based behaviours' ( see additional documentation) and provide examples. Greater Manchester Continuous Service CommitmentAs well as recognising previous NHS service, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is a member of the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment. If you are currently employed by Greater Manchester Local Authority, Combined Authority, GMFRS, TfGM as well as other public service organisations, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust will recognise your previous service for sickness and maternity/paternity/adoption entitlement and also for annual leave purposes (providing there has been no break in service). If you currently work for one of the above organisations and successfully apply for a post with Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, please ensure the Recruitment team are aware so that this service is reflected in your contract of employment. Our Values:We CareAbout each otherOur patients and their familiesThe communities we serveThe environmentWe support them and deliver on their promisesWe RespectEach otherOur patients and their familiesOur partnersWe are kind and helpful, and we expect the same in returnWe Listen toEach otherOur patients and their familiesOur partnersWe act and learn from what we hear Job overviewAn exciting opportunity has arisen in the Cancer Services Team for a Cancer Pathway Coordinator on a fixed term (12 months) contract.We are looking for a flexible and self-motivated administrator with good attention to detail and the initiative to work independently. This is a busy and demanding role requiring a high level of communication and organisational skills.The Cancer Pathway Coordinator plays an essential role to ensure timely management of patients with suspected and / or diagnosed cancer, highlighting any potential breaches and taking appropriate actions to ensure the Trust can achieve the national and local cancer standards. This role will be focused around the management of patient’s pathways but this person will have the opportunity to coordinate MDT meetings as part of the role.The role requires developing excellent working relationships with the key stakeholders within the MDT team such as Consultants, Clinical Nurse Specialists and also with Service Management teams and Cancer Services teams at other Trusts. Main duties of the jobThe Cancer Pathway Coordinator will facilitate data collection for suspected and diagnosed cancer patients entering the information onto the Somerset Cancer Register.The successful applicant will be patient focused; have excellent communication and organisational skills; be familiar with hospital computer systems and have good IT skills including excel. Previous experience of working in an NHS cancer services team and an understanding of the Cancer Waiting Times rules would be ideal but other relevant experience with transferrable skills will be considered. Working for our organisationStockport NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital and community health services for children and adults across Stockport and the High Peak. Stepping Hill Hospital treats over 500,000 patients per year and community health services are run across 24 sites in Stockport.There are many great reasons to choose to come and work at Stockport NHS Foundation Trust. A dynamic integrated Trust with integrity and vision. Exactly the same qualities you’ll see in yourself.Stockport NHS Foundation Trust aims to be the organisation of choice for patients and an employer of choice for staff. In order to continually improve all aspects of our patient experience, we rely upon having a highly skilled, motivated, diverse, productive and patient focussed workforce.We are constantly improving how we work with staff and this is reflected in the awards we have been awarded, which can be seen on our website.We careWe respectWe listenDetailed job description and main responsibilitiesAs an integral member of the Cancer Pathway Team, work with members of the Cancer Multidisciplinary Teams and administrative teams:Track and proactively manage suspected and diagnosed cancer patients, in line with national requirements, from referral through to either non-malignant diagnosis or first and subsequent treatment for cancer, and ensure national operational standards of waiting times are met.Liaise with departments involved in providing care and core services to ensure planned treatment progresses smoothly and in a timely manner.Co-ordinate Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetingsFacilitate data collection for suspected and diagnosed cancer patients and enter the information onto the appropriate databaseFacilitate video-conferencing to ensure the timely and accurate transmission of discussion and data between the participating sites.The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trust’s policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.Person specificationEducation & QualificationsEssential criteriaMaths and English GCSE’s at grade C or equivalentAdministrative/IT qualifications e.g. RSA, Office Management, or equivalent experienceDesirable criteriaECDL or demonstrated evidence of computer literacyKnowledgeEssential criteriaPrevious administrative and organisational experienceDesirable criteriaKnowledge and experience of using Trust IT/patient record/information systems, e.g. Medway, CRIS, CWPKnowledge of the National Cancer Waiting Times and Manual of Cancer StandardsSkills & AbilitiesEssential criteriaGood organisational and administrative skills with ability to prioritise workload and exhibit high level of concentration.Ability to use own initiative, with a flexible, proactive approachExcellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skillsWork related circimstancesEssential criteriaOccupational Health ClearanceApplicants are encouraged to read the documents attached to this vacancy before applying, including the job description and person specification and the information for applicants which includes useful information to assist you in completing your application.From time to time we may need to close a vacancy early when in receipt of a sufficient number of applications. If you are interested in this post and wish to be considered, we strongly advise you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible. Please note that all correspondence will be via your NHS Jobs account. Unfortunately we are not able to acknowledge each application. If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please consider that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. Please also note that Stockport NHS Foundation Trust are unable to refund Interview expenses or re-location costs.Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting and championing a culture of diversity, fairness and equality for all applicants and employees. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds and we strive to reflect the community we serve in our diverse workforce. Our "two tick" kite mark guarantees a candidate with a disability, who fulfills the essential criteria, an interview at the Trust. We can make reasonable adjustments, and offer support and advice in a variety of ways on request.