About this role
Job summary
Work as part of a team within a dedicated speciality/patient group to ensure that all administrative functions for patients from the time of GP referral to the time of discharge are coordinated in line with specific care pathway instructions to facilitate the smooth running of the patients' journey. Where a patient has multiple specialist needs, assist the patient in coordinating their pathways to reduce multiple appointments across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen for a full time Clinical Pathway Navigator to join the Pain Management department. We are looking for a positive and motivated person with an eye for detail to join our team. The successful candidate is required to demonstrate the Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification. In particular you should have:
Previous experience of working with the public and/or patients in a healthcare environmentExperience of interacting with staff at all levelsPrevious administrative and organisational experienceExperience of managing and prioritising own workload and working to deadlinesExperience of dealing with non-routine and complex problems
If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join our team at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application.
To find out more about working at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust please visit our website.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values Essential
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education and professional qualifications Essential
RSA 2 or RSA 3 word processing/typing or equivalent experience Knowledge of medical terminology English and Maths at GCSE level or equivalent
Desirable
Diploma level qualification or equivalent experience Courses / further study attended to demonstrate evidence of personal development
Experience Essential
Previous experience of working with the public and/or patients in a healthcare environment Experience of interaction with all levels of staff Previous administrative and organisational experience Experience of dealing with non-routine and complex problems
Desirable
Experience of managing and prioritising own workload and working to deadlines
Skills and aptitudes Essential
Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail Excellent customer care practice, being polite, sympathetic, patient and diplomatic Understanding patient confidentiality Knowledge of Cerner Ability to use databases
Desirable
Awareness of National and Trust pathway targets (such as 18 week RTT target) Ability to confidently interact and share knowledge with staff at all levels Proof of continuous learning and development Ability to learn and assimilate information quickly
Personal qualities and attributes Essential
Ability to maintain excellent communication channels and good customer services Maintain a high level of professionalism in manner Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative to prioritise tasks Good interpersonal skills having a friendly and approachable manner Proactive, forward-thinking, quick problem solving attitude
Others Essential
Team work and ability to develop strong collaborative working relationships within different teams and relevant administrative, clinical and management staff Ability to work without direct supervision Reliability - good time keeping
Desirable
Ability to work flexibly to accommodate peaks and troughs of activity
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 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address Edgware General Hospital
Burnt Oak Broadway
Edgware
HA8 0AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)