Job summary
Are you looking for a challenge and like to have variety in your role? Are attention to detail and good organisational skills some of your bestassets? Do you want to be a part of shaping the Bolton Health Economy?
We are looking for someone to join our team to support us to:
o Monitor the 18 week Referral to Treatment (RTT) data collection, identifying inaccuracies, inconsistencies and gaps; improving dataquality by correcting data and by supporting operational staff in their data collection processes.o Validate regular RTT Patient Tracking List (PTL) reports relating to RTT; reporting results / findings where appropriateo Provide support with specific administrative functions
o Assist operational staff in their understanding of RTT pathways rules and guidance.
Please note this is a fixed term 12 month vacancy
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
You will need to demonstrate a good level of understanding in relation to the RTT standard.
Previous experience of RTT validation is preferred but not essential - Any knowledge will be developed to our local pathways with training and support from the Data Quality Team. In addition, you will need to demonstrate good IT skills and be able to adapt to different software packages.
About us
The RTT Validation Team is part of the Business Intelligence department, which is a busy, vibrant and friendly place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role, please see the attached job description. if you have any further questions regarding this role please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role, please see the attached job description. if you have any further questions regarding this role please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English Language and Maths Grade C or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Experience of working in a team including clerical/office experience
- Experience of prioritising workload
- Understanding of RTT targets and pathways including clinics and waiting list management
- Knowledge of data protection Act/GDPR
- Working knowledge of Patient Administration Systems
Desirable
- Knowledge of secondary care within a hospital setting
- Awareness of Electronic Referral Systems and Electronic Patient Records
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively by verbal and written means
- Ability to work under pressure
- Excellent computer skills including the ability to use MS Office packages
- Attention to detail
- Deal confidently with clinicians, managers and colleagues
- Ability to concentrate for long periods of time
Desirable
- Competent and confident to work autonomously or under supervision
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English Language and Maths Grade C or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Experience of working in a team including clerical/office experience
- Experience of prioritising workload
- Understanding of RTT targets and pathways including clinics and waiting list management
- Knowledge of data protection Act/GDPR
- Working knowledge of Patient Administration Systems
Desirable
- Knowledge of secondary care within a hospital setting
- Awareness of Electronic Referral Systems and Electronic Patient Records
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively by verbal and written means
- Ability to work under pressure
- Excellent computer skills including the ability to use MS Office packages
- Attention to detail
- Deal confidently with clinicians, managers and colleagues
- Ability to concentrate for long periods of time
Desirable
- Competent and confident to work autonomously or under supervision
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).
