Cancer Services Administrator

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate individual to join our Cancer Services Team.

They will be expected to provide comprehensive PA and administrative support to the Lead Cancer Nurse and other key staff and cancer services as directed with administrative tasks as necessary to assist in the smooth, efficient and effective running of the service. Having excellent communication skills and the ability to work flexibly are essential for this role.

If you are a highly organised and motivated individual with a passion for supporting Cancer Services, then we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The Cancer Services Administrator will be responsible for human resources administration tasks such as recruitment, annual leave, sickness and maintaining records as required. They will provide administrative and secretarial support to the Acute Oncology Service, Consultant Oncologist based at Dorset County Hospital and Palliative/End of Life Care Team. To liaise with the chemotherapy team regarding meetings, policies and training records. Analyse and record data using computer systems to produce charts and graphs.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

Date posted

22 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

405-24-MC462CSA

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

  • GCSE (grade C or above) in English and Maths or equivalent
  • RSA Stage III Word Processing or equivalent
  • NVQ level 3/BTEC in administration/supervisory management or equivalent level of experience

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

  • At least 2 years admin or secretarial experience within the last 3 years.
  • Good, proven experience of using Microsoft Office i.e. Word, Excel, in the working environment.
  • Experience of using IT systems, extracting data and developing simple reports.
  • Experience of communicating with staff at all levels within an organisation.

Desirable

  • At least 6 months NHS experience within the last 2 years.
  • Experience of interpreting guidance and providing clear explanations for other team members on the contents.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

  • Excellent keyboard skills with evidence of ability to type from direct dictation at speed with accuracy.
  • Evidence of ability to successfully organise meetings and write clear, concise & accurate minutes.
  • Evidence of effective communication skills both written and oral with proven report writing skills.
  • Evidence of ability to respond quickly to changing priorities, organising and prioritising own and others' workload to meet deadlines.
  • Evidence of ability to work both individually and as a team member with minimal supervision.
  • An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality in the NHS and the requirement for this to be maintained in respect of both patients and staff

Desirable

  • Knowledge of basic statistical methodologies with evidence of ability to collect, record accurately and analyse data.
  • Evidence of ability to develop systems to promote efficient and effective working within the service.
Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

  • GCSE (grade C or above) in English and Maths or equivalent
  • RSA Stage III Word Processing or equivalent
  • NVQ level 3/BTEC in administration/supervisory management or equivalent level of experience

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

  • At least 2 years admin or secretarial experience within the last 3 years.
  • Good, proven experience of using Microsoft Office i.e. Word, Excel, in the working environment.
  • Experience of using IT systems, extracting data and developing simple reports.
  • Experience of communicating with staff at all levels within an organisation.

Desirable

  • At least 6 months NHS experience within the last 2 years.
  • Experience of interpreting guidance and providing clear explanations for other team members on the contents.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

  • Excellent keyboard skills with evidence of ability to type from direct dictation at speed with accuracy.
  • Evidence of ability to successfully organise meetings and write clear, concise & accurate minutes.
  • Evidence of effective communication skills both written and oral with proven report writing skills.
  • Evidence of ability to respond quickly to changing priorities, organising and prioritising own and others' workload to meet deadlines.
  • Evidence of ability to work both individually and as a team member with minimal supervision.
  • An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality in the NHS and the requirement for this to be maintained in respect of both patients and staff

Desirable

  • Knowledge of basic statistical methodologies with evidence of ability to collect, record accurately and analyse data.
  • Evidence of ability to develop systems to promote efficient and effective working within the service.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY


Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY


Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Deputy Lead Cancer Nurse

Abby Tindall

abigail.tindall@dchft.nhs.uk

01305254909

Date posted

22 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

405-24-MC462CSA

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY


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