Clinic Co-ordinator 37.5 hours
Previous applicants need not apply.
Do you have HISS experience?
Do you have good organisational skills?
Do you possess excellent communication skills?
The Cardiology Department at Glenfield Hospital is looking for one whole time equivalent and one part-time coordinator to be part of the clerical team. This is a varied and interesting role and you will be responsible for the flow of patients through the cardiology department. You will be working with a multi-disciplinary team and so must possess excellent communication skills. Working to deadlines and accurate keyboard skills are essential qualities that we are looking for.
If you require any further information please contact Jill Halfpenny on 0116 256 3422 0R Jess Goddard on 0116 2583246.
The post holders will be responsible for ensuring the effective day to day administration and co-ordination of clerical procedures concerning out-patient clinics in the Division in line with National Policy and locally agreed guidelines.
Specifically, the post holder will ensure that the departmental systems and Division wide working practices involving the management of outpatients keeps pace with organisational development activities.
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
• To locate all patient records and prepare them for the clinic in line with Directorate Guidelines ensuring appropriate patient correspondence is present.
• Prepare a pulling list from the HISS system at least 2 weeks in advance and inform the Imaging department of all x-rays that need to be requested.
• Ensure that all other tests and investigations are present in the hospital notes prior to the patient’s appointment.
• Search and request all missing notes in line with Division Guidelines.
• Request any foreign notes well in advance of the patient’s appointment date.
• Liaise with wards and medical secretaries in connection with changes to appointments or reduction of clinics.
• Responsible for queries and enquiries regarding appointments.
•To offer a reception service to the patients on clinic utilising the HISS system to document their arrival and their outcome at the end of their consultation.
•Ensure accurate patient demographic information is sought at the clinic appointment and that both the hospital notes and HISS system are updated accordingly.
•To ensure that HRG sheets are completed with correct procedure codes.
•To deal efficiently diagnostic test request forms.
•To be responsible for the timeliness, accuracy and integrity of the data which is recorded on paper and electronic systems.
•To ensure that case note tracking is complete and accurate.
This advert closes on Thursday 12 Dec 2024