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The Christie Pathology Partnership LLP

Clerical Officer

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Job summary

This is an excellent opportunity for a Clerical Officer to continue their professional development at one of the largest cancer centres in Europe.

We are looking for a keen, enthusiastic individual with an interest in developing administrative services to help us continue to deliver exceptional, high-quality integrated care to our patients. CPP is an excellent place to train and develop new skills, and further study will be supported.

Essentially, the role is to provide clerical support to the Histopathology team comprising of Clinical Histopathologists and laboratory personnel, ensuring that a high standard of service is maintained, to meet the needs of the patient and those of the department.

Main duties of the job

To keep accurate, up-to-date patient records using manual and electronic systems: TDHC (Histopathology database), Medway, CWP, HODS etc. which involves data entry and maintenance of various databases. Other administrative duties include covering workload during absences, filing of paperwork, blocks and slides and dealing with multi- disciplinary meetings.

About us

The Christie Pathology Partnership was formed in 2014 and is a joint venture between The Christie NHS Foundation Trust and SYNLAB, the largest provider of laboratory pathology and diagnostic services in Europe. We provide Pathology services for The Christie, which is the largest single cancer centre site in Europe and the first UK centre to be accredited as a comprehensive cancer centre. The Christie treat more than 60,000 patients a year.

SYNLAB is the European leader in delivery of high quality pathology testing and imaging services and operates in 36 countries across four continents, employing more than 20,000 members of staff and conducting approximately 500 million tests per annum.

SYNLAB in the UK is a trusted expert in clinical laboratory services, drug and alcohol testing and food testing. We provide a wide range of testing capabilities and advanced pathology services through to the most innovative molecular and genetic diagnostic tests available today.

Details

Date posted

06 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year plus a £1500 annual Wellbeing Allowance (WTE)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0336-24-017

Job locations

550 Wilmslow Road

Withington

Manchester

M20 4BX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities What you have to do

To work as part of a team and to provide clerical support to teams of Clinical Consultant Histopathologist, SpRs, BMS and Pathology Office staff

Print run: appropriate dissemination of a variety of medical reports and pathology material, some of which is highly confidential

Filing of medical reports and general filing

Scanning paper files and reports into databases

Ensuring accurate patient demographics when inputting personal and clinical data into on to databases and Medway systems may involve resolving subsequent discrepancies.

Catalogue daily, all Christie pathological specimens (theatre/wards/departments) using Technidata and dealing with any subsequent problems

Return pathological material to the referring hospital recording relevant tracking information for accreditation and audit purposes using manual and/or electronic systems

To provide clerical and organisation assistance in connection with trials and joint research projects (involving clinical departments and external bodies)

Organising special deliveries with various couriers

Prepare various Multidisciplinary Team meetings (MDTs), ensuring all relevant information and pathological material is available in a timely manner on behalf of the Consultant Histopathologists

Work with Histology Services Manager and colleagues to improve quality and range of services, with resources being managed according to agreed policies and priorities

Attend appropriate training and education sessions at the request of the manager

To undertake any other duties commensurate with the post that are required by the Histology Service Manager and the Divisional Secretarial Service Manager

Safety:

To observe safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other courses as required

To assist in the investigations of any incidents.

To be responsible for own professional/personal development, including participation in on-going appraisals and personal development plan

To comply with CPP policy for annual mandatory updates and have knowledge of COSHH and Lifting and Handling Policies

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities What you have to do

To work as part of a team and to provide clerical support to teams of Clinical Consultant Histopathologist, SpRs, BMS and Pathology Office staff

Print run: appropriate dissemination of a variety of medical reports and pathology material, some of which is highly confidential

Filing of medical reports and general filing

Scanning paper files and reports into databases

Ensuring accurate patient demographics when inputting personal and clinical data into on to databases and Medway systems may involve resolving subsequent discrepancies.

Catalogue daily, all Christie pathological specimens (theatre/wards/departments) using Technidata and dealing with any subsequent problems

Return pathological material to the referring hospital recording relevant tracking information for accreditation and audit purposes using manual and/or electronic systems

To provide clerical and organisation assistance in connection with trials and joint research projects (involving clinical departments and external bodies)

Organising special deliveries with various couriers

Prepare various Multidisciplinary Team meetings (MDTs), ensuring all relevant information and pathological material is available in a timely manner on behalf of the Consultant Histopathologists

Work with Histology Services Manager and colleagues to improve quality and range of services, with resources being managed according to agreed policies and priorities

Attend appropriate training and education sessions at the request of the manager

To undertake any other duties commensurate with the post that are required by the Histology Service Manager and the Divisional Secretarial Service Manager

Safety:

To observe safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other courses as required

To assist in the investigations of any incidents.

To be responsible for own professional/personal development, including participation in on-going appraisals and personal development plan

To comply with CPP policy for annual mandatory updates and have knowledge of COSHH and Lifting and Handling Policies

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Highly organised with the ability to work under pressure
  • Able to prioritise, multi task and work autonomously but know when to seek advice
  • Good time-keeping, reliability and adaptability

Desirable

  • Previous clerical experience

Qualifications

Essential

  • A comprehensive secondary education (minimum 5 GCSEs at a pass grade) or equivalent

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good IT and keyboard skills
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Highly organised with the ability to work under pressure
  • Able to prioritise, multi task and work autonomously but know when to seek advice
  • Good time-keeping, reliability and adaptability

Desirable

  • Previous clerical experience

Qualifications

Essential

  • A comprehensive secondary education (minimum 5 GCSEs at a pass grade) or equivalent

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good IT and keyboard skills

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie Pathology Partnership LLP

Address

550 Wilmslow Road

Withington

Manchester

M20 4BX


Employer's website

https://synlab.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie Pathology Partnership LLP

Address

550 Wilmslow Road

Withington

Manchester

M20 4BX


Employer's website

https://synlab.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

HR Manager

CPP HR team

the-christie.cpphr@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

06 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year plus a £1500 annual Wellbeing Allowance (WTE)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0336-24-017

Job locations

550 Wilmslow Road

Withington

Manchester

M20 4BX


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