Macmillan Oncology Support Navigator (Community)

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, proactive and motivated individual, to join the Oncology Service here at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust as we embark on the delivery of our new Community Oncology Project. The Macmillan Oncology Support Navigator will have direct contact with patients and families, providing support to both patients and the Lead Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) within the service, provide preparation for off site clinics and be responsible for arranging approval and authorisation of treatments. The role will also involve undertaking administrative tasks deemed suitable to the role, by the Lead Oncology CNS's.

The ideal candidate will be confident, self-motivated and be able to manage their own time effectively, with the ability to display advanced IT administration and organisational skills, being competent in data collection and input is also required. The commitment and compassion for the patient's and quality of care they receive will be imperative.

Please be advised sponsorship is not eligible for this post.

Secondment will be considered for internal candidates - If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

The Macmillan Oncology Support Navigator will form an integral part of the multidisciplinary team in caring for patients attending the community SACT (Systemic Anti- Cancer Therapy) Nurse-led clinics.

The post holder will work as part of site-specific multidisciplinary teams, under the guidance and supervision of the Lead Oncology CNS

The post holder will be required to work across sites within UHCW and UHCW Community sites, they will be required to hold a full clean driving licence and have access to own transport.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.