About this role
Job summary
The Corporate Referral to Treatment Validator will assist the Trust and Divisions to deliver high quality, accurate patient data related to 18 week pathways (RTT) and/or average waits.
The post holder will support Divisions and utilise every data source available, e.g. Careflow PAS and patient notes, to clarify and confirm patients' RTT status prior to external reporting.
The post holder will be provided with key set tasks via a 'validation work program' and assigned different tasks in order to check data quality reports, validate patient pathways and amend/correct information in Careflow patient administration system against the findings.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as part of the Performance Team in Trust Services to assist Divisions with the validation of Referral to Treatment (RTT) pathways and data quality checking against set national targets.
The Referral to Treatment team is responsible for tracking, reporting and monitoring of patients on their 18 week Referral to Treatment pathway, working with Specialities across the Trust ensuring accurate reporting and assisting with RTT queries.
This post will suit a team player with an enquiring mind and a methodical attention to detail. You will investigate patient delays and record information on the patient administration system; therefore, you should be comfortable working across a range of software including Microsoft Office. You should be able to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills to provide coherent feedback and explanatory emails.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the patient journey while progressing your career and expanding your knowledge.
Roles are available at both Bristol and Weston-super-Mare locations. Following a comprehensive training period your working week will be reviewed and a rota agreed relating to home and office working to suit the needs of the service.
About us
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.
With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.
Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:
Better outcomes for ourPatients More opportunities for our People Fairer more consistent care for ourPopulation Best Value for Public Purse Our vision for five years from now:
Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live. We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources. More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community. Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care. Our people will feel engaged, energised and empowered by their work. We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career. Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly. We will contribute to system financial balance
Job description Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications Essential
GCSE Grade 9-4 in English Language and Mathematics, or equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2; certificate in Adult Literacy at Level 2)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Essential
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy Effective organisational skills Effective and polite manner when dealing with people, both face to face and via email Ability to work effectively with staff at all levels within the Trust Ability to deal appropriately with sensitive and confidential information Good IT skills including Microsoft packages
Desirable
A clear and comprehensive knowledge of the Referral to Treatment time standards and the key element of an Access Policy Working knowledge of outpatient policies and procedures
Experience Essential
Clerical / administrative experience, including filing and / or reception
Desirable
Previous NHS experience Experience of using a Patient Administration System Extracting performance reports or RTT related information
Personal Qualities Essential
Able to work on your own, using your own initiative Demonstrates a flexible and adaptable approach to work Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
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.
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Employer details Employer name Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address Bristol Royal Infirmary or Weston General Hospital
Bristol
BS2 8HW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)