Job summary
An exciting
opportunity has arisen for a Multi-Disciplinary Co-ordinator (MDT) for the Bariatric
(Weight loss) surgical pathway within the directorate of General Surgery.
This role involves coordinating and providing
administrative support to the bariatric multi-disciplinary team, co-ordinating
seminar clinics, collating and recording accurate and timely data, providing up
to date information on patients pathways.
You will work closely with Consultant Surgeons, Specialist Nurses,
Dieticians, Psychologists and secretaries.
This is a part time post and will be based at Sunderland
Royal Hospital.
The postholder should
possess GCSE (Grade A-C) or equivalent in English and
Maths as well as an NVQ level 3 (business admin) or equivalent admin experience. You must be able to demonstrate effective
organisational and time management skills.
You will be responsible
for administrative duties and accurately maintaining electronic information
therefore sound IT skills is an essential part of the role. Knowledge of
medical terminology/medical administration is desirable.
For an informal discussion about this role
please contact Lisa Higgins, Deputy Admin Manager, telephone 0191 565 6256,
extension 42745.
Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. Applicants are requested to consider this when making their application. Please visit Gov.UK for further information.
Main duties of the job
To accurately and efficiently compile a list of bariatric
patients for discussion at the MDT and attend the meeting documenting the MDT
outcome live on the patient administration system (meditech).To gather key patient information
appropriately in preparation for the meeting, maintain the bariatric database,
typing of correspondence and to work with clinicians to ensure national bariatric
standards are met for the MDT element.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,600 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
- To
accurately and efficiently compile a list of Bariatric patients for
discussion during the MDT and attend the meetings.
- To
gather key patient information appropriately in preparation for the meeting
e.g. patient notes, test results etc.
- Prepare
MDT data set to ensure essential patient information is available to the MDT
to support the treatment planning decision.
- Coordinate
meetings, dates, room books and agendas.
- Providing
reports from Launchpad and database.
- Maintaining
bariatric database.
- Document
MDT outcome in Meditech recording these live and action outcomes.
- Provide
updates on patient pathways.
- Coordinate
seminar clinics, booking in/out patients and making follow up appointments.
- Communicate
standard letters to patients/typing of nurse led clinic letters.
- Work
with clinicians to ensure National Bariatric Standards are met for the MDT
element.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
- To
accurately and efficiently compile a list of Bariatric patients for
discussion during the MDT and attend the meetings.
- To
gather key patient information appropriately in preparation for the meeting
e.g. patient notes, test results etc.
- Prepare
MDT data set to ensure essential patient information is available to the MDT
to support the treatment planning decision.
- Coordinate
meetings, dates, room books and agendas.
- Providing
reports from Launchpad and database.
- Maintaining
bariatric database.
- Document
MDT outcome in Meditech recording these live and action outcomes.
- Provide
updates on patient pathways.
- Coordinate
seminar clinics, booking in/out patients and making follow up appointments.
- Communicate
standard letters to patients/typing of nurse led clinic letters.
- Work
with clinicians to ensure National Bariatric Standards are met for the MDT
element.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work under pressure.
- Pleasant and professional attitude.
Experience
Essential
- Working alone and as part of a team.
- Communicating accurately and with empathy with patients and relatives/carers.
- Liaising with staff members at all levels.
- Knowledge of using healthcare databases, healthcare systems and procedures.
- Some basic knowledge and understanding of aspects of clinical governance.
- Some basic understanding of the principles and practice of risk management.
- Experience of working closely with clinicians of varying seniority.
- Experience of using Windows based software.
- Previous NHS experience.
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of statistics.
- Knowledge of investigation and mitigation in the context of governance in the NHS.
- Experience within clinical governance, risk, patient safety or complaints.
- Previous work within a clinical audit, quality evaluation, research or risk management setting.
- Previous patient pathways experience.
- Extensive knowledge of Meditech V6 System.
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic typing skills.
- IT systems/software packages.
- GCSE (Grade A C) in Maths and English or equivalent.
- NVQ level 3 (business admin) or equivalent admin experience
- Evidence of self-development.
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- EDL, RSA CLAIT or IBT2.
- Data protection.
- IM & T Security Knowledge.
Attitude
Essential
- Approachable.
- Sense of humour.
- Cope under pressure.
- Flexible.
Skills
Essential
- Good Communication skills.
- Good Organisational skills.
- Able to work to agreed deadlines.
- Good report writing skills and note taking.
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Able to make own way to and from work including any off site locations.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work under pressure.
- Pleasant and professional attitude.
Experience
Essential
- Working alone and as part of a team.
- Communicating accurately and with empathy with patients and relatives/carers.
- Liaising with staff members at all levels.
- Knowledge of using healthcare databases, healthcare systems and procedures.
- Some basic knowledge and understanding of aspects of clinical governance.
- Some basic understanding of the principles and practice of risk management.
- Experience of working closely with clinicians of varying seniority.
- Experience of using Windows based software.
- Previous NHS experience.
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of statistics.
- Knowledge of investigation and mitigation in the context of governance in the NHS.
- Experience within clinical governance, risk, patient safety or complaints.
- Previous work within a clinical audit, quality evaluation, research or risk management setting.
- Previous patient pathways experience.
- Extensive knowledge of Meditech V6 System.
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic typing skills.
- IT systems/software packages.
- GCSE (Grade A C) in Maths and English or equivalent.
- NVQ level 3 (business admin) or equivalent admin experience
- Evidence of self-development.
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- EDL, RSA CLAIT or IBT2.
- Data protection.
- IM & T Security Knowledge.
Attitude
Essential
- Approachable.
- Sense of humour.
- Cope under pressure.
- Flexible.
Skills
Essential
- Good Communication skills.
- Good Organisational skills.
- Able to work to agreed deadlines.
- Good report writing skills and note taking.
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Able to make own way to and from work including any off site locations.
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