Radiology Navigator

Job summary

Are you a highly organised and proactive individual looking for an exciting role in a healthcare setting? We are seeking a Radiology Navigator to join our Radiology team at Yeovil District Hospital. In this vital role, you will monitor and track patient pathways, ensuring timely diagnostic imaging and efficient coordination of care.

Main duties of the job

As a Radiology Navigator, you will work closely with clinical and administrative teams to ensure that patients move smoothly through their diagnostic imaging journey, particularly for cancer and urgent care pathways. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring patient referrals and ensuring compliance with 18-week and cancer pathway targets
• Acting as a central point of contact for enquiries related to radiology cancer pathways
• Identifying and resolving delays in patient pathways to ensure timely care
• Engaging with patients who may require additional support to attend appointments
• Liaising with healthcare professionals, including clinicians, radiologists, and MDT coordinators
• Assisting with booking specialist cases, such as MRI GA and pacemaker patients

If you are an enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you!

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.