Job summary
*Applicants who have applied for this role in the last 6 months need not reapply.*
We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic individual, who is keen to assist in the continued development of the service to meet the increase in demand. The successful candidate will be responsible for the allocation and booking of bowel cancer screening lists across Harrogate, Leeds and York ensuring that all lists are totally utilised. This will involve booking patients onto lists as well as rearranging appointments to ensure that participants are able to attend for screening and that screening sessions are utilised efficiently
You will maintain the administrative duties required to sustain the smooth running of the Bowel Screening programme and will be expected to provide statistical information to assist with monitoring service productivity and audits as well as all other reports required by Trust Board, Commissioners and the BCS Quality Assurance team.
Main duties of the job
The ability to be flexible & organised in the workplace with a passion for delivering a quality and successful service is essential. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are required to maintain and develop relationships with a wide range of internal and external contacts
You must be compassionate and caring, with good communication skills as you will be required to discuss information to patients and relatives and ensure that all information is fully understood. You must be self-motivated and able to work under your own initiative, as well as being part of a dedicated team.
You will need to be flexible and resilient in order to cope with the demands of the role. Good IT knowledge is essential with evidence of word/Microsoft Excel, as you will need to record, collect, audit and monitor data accurately.
About us
The Bowel Cancer Screening programme has been running for 16 years and is well established, currently serving a population of 1.4 million.
We are a busy service and the post holder will be expected to work on his/her own initiative and as a part of a team. .
We are a friendly team working in a busy environment. The role is varied and no two days are the same. If you are up to the challenge we look forward to meeting you.If you think you have the skills and motivation to succeed in this role we are keen to hear from you. Informal conversations or visits to our team from interested parties are strongly encouraged.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
The post holder is expected to adhere to Trust policies and procedures and relevant legislation including the requirements of any professional bodies and to attend mandatory training as identified by the Trust.
For more information please see the attached job description and person specification. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Claire Whitehead on claire.whitehead6@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
The post holder is expected to adhere to Trust policies and procedures and relevant legislation including the requirements of any professional bodies and to attend mandatory training as identified by the Trust.
For more information please see the attached job description and person specification. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Claire Whitehead on claire.whitehead6@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 4 GCSE's inclusive of Maths and English
- Evidence of IT experience, significant experience in Microsoft Office and Excel.
Desirable
- Keyboard skills to RSA 11 or equivalent.
- ECDL or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of team working e.g. allocating workload, Prioritising workload
Desirable
- Previous Endoscopy experience
- Experience of working within an NHS or Social Care environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of the BCSP Screening programme.
- Knowledge of Endoscopy units and Endoscopy procedures
- Microsoft office packages e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other IT skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS polices
- Work to current NHS guidelines
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 4 GCSE's inclusive of Maths and English
- Evidence of IT experience, significant experience in Microsoft Office and Excel.
Desirable
- Keyboard skills to RSA 11 or equivalent.
- ECDL or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of team working e.g. allocating workload, Prioritising workload
Desirable
- Previous Endoscopy experience
- Experience of working within an NHS or Social Care environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of the BCSP Screening programme.
- Knowledge of Endoscopy units and Endoscopy procedures
- Microsoft office packages e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other IT skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS polices
- Work to current NHS guidelines
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).
