Job summary
As a Band 5 Paediatric Patient Flow Co-ordinator you will be support the Paediatric Directorate in the effective and timely flow of Children being admitted to and discharged from Paediatric Inpatient Areas. The role will involve frequent liaison with multi-disciplinary teams including the Bed Management Team, Emergency Department and Paediatric Directorate Team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and motivated individual to make a positive impact on patient care. You will be supported by the Unit Manager, Paediatric Practice Educator, Paediatric Clinical Governance Co-ordinator and the Assistant Directorate Manager in your own development and you will have access to our bespoke paediatric training days.
Main duties of the job
As a band 5 Paediatric Patient Flow Co-ordinator you will be responsible for supporting the nursing and medical teams of the Paediatric Directorate by facilitating the admission and discharge of children to and from our inpatient areas.
Working autonomously alongside the nurse in charge you will co-ordinate the flow of accepted admissions, collate information and provide updates to the Bed Management and Directorate Teams to promote efficiency and a positive patient experience.
You will be required to liaise with departments to co-ordinate investigations and obtain supplies as well as representing the Unit at multi-professional meetings. This is a fast-paced and varied role with the opportunity to be involved in improvement work and facilitating change.
We are a friendly and supportive team with a focus on the Organisation's Kindness Collaborative which supports the way we work. We are fortunate to have a beautifully designed, bright and spacious unit incorporating Paediatric Inpatients, Critical Care, Surgery and a Paediatric Observation and Assessment area.
About us
Oldham Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. The place where the world's first IVF baby was delivered, Oldham is a town of pioneering firsts. Today, Oldham is responsible for delivering a range of acute and community health services across the local area and at The Royal Oldham Hospital. As a designated major trauma unit for Greater Manchester and one of only three vascular centres in Greater Manchester, Oldham is a specialist hospital for acute surgery and provides state-of-the-art onsite pathology services to the North West.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A good standard of general education (English, Mathematics and Science at GCSE or equivalent.)
Desirable
- Information Technology qualification
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Willingness to work flexible shifts
- Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills
- Experience of working in a role requiring problem solving skills
- Basic knowledge of IT packages
Desirable
- Demonstrate an awareness of the needs of patients
- Experience of working within child health
- Experience of manging change
- Experience of working in an acute healthcare setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A good standard of general education (English, Mathematics and Science at GCSE or equivalent.)
Desirable
- Information Technology qualification
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Willingness to work flexible shifts
- Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills
- Experience of working in a role requiring problem solving skills
- Basic knowledge of IT packages
Desirable
- Demonstrate an awareness of the needs of patients
- Experience of working within child health
- Experience of manging change
- Experience of working in an acute healthcare setting
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.
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.
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).