Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to to join the restructured Capacity & Flow team within the Surgery Anaesthetics Critical Care and Cancer Division as a Capacity & Flow Co-ordinator. We are looking to appoint knowledgeable, enthusiastic and determined individuals who are highly motivated to facilitate a smooth, co-ordinated journey for our patients from admission to discharge. The successful candidate/s will support in service improvement initiatives in order to achieve divisional and trust objectives. Main duties of the job The role of the Capacity & Flow Co-ordinator is crucial to ensure the safe, effective and timely management of patients throughout their inpatient stay right through to the discharge process. The successful candidate will have an understanding of capacity processes to enable accurate bed planning for patients before and after theatre. They will collaborate with ward teams to undertake bed planning for TCI patients on the day before surgery, allowing for anticipated discharges and also liaise withtheatres to ensure patients have beds allocated in a timely manner to support optimum theatre utilisation. About us Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do. We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in. Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families. If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together Date posted 23 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 223-CFC-819 Job locations The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Mytton Oak Road Shrewsbury SY3 8XQ Job description Job responsibilities For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. Job description Job responsibilities For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree level, plus additional qualifications or experience equivalent to post-graduate diploma level. Evidence of commitment to continuous professional development. Desirable NVQ Business Administration NVQ Customer Service Knowledge, Behaviours and Experience Essential Excellent organisational skills. Ability to work autonomously. Ability to report and present information. Ability to liaise and communicate effectively. Skills Essential Patient focused. Ability to work well within a team. Flexible to meet needs of service. Ability to work well in pressured situations. Able to hold difficult conversations. Receptive to change and service improvement processes. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree level, plus additional qualifications or experience equivalent to post-graduate diploma level. Evidence of commitment to continuous professional development. Desirable NVQ Business Administration NVQ Customer Service Knowledge, Behaviours and Experience Essential Excellent organisational skills. Ability to work autonomously. Ability to report and present information. Ability to liaise and communicate effectively. Skills Essential Patient focused. Ability to work well within a team. Flexible to meet needs of service. Ability to work well in pressured situations. Able to hold difficult conversations. Receptive to change and service improvement processes. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Address The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Mytton Oak Road Shrewsbury SY3 8XQ Employer's website http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)