About this role
Job summary
The Macmillan Haematology Cancer Care Coordinator role offers an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated haematology cancer services team and make a meaningful difference to patients and their families.
We are seeking a highly motivated and organised individual to join our busy Pilgrim, Grantham & Lincoln Haematology Team, supporting patients diagnosed with haematological cancers throughout their care pathway. In line with the NHS Long Term Plan, this role contributes to delivering personalised care, including holistic needs assessments and tailored support for patients.
This post is predominantly based across both Lincoln County Hospital and Pilgrim Hospital, Boston, with an expected working pattern of 3 days per week at Lincoln County Hospital and 2 days per week at Pilgrim Hospital.
We are committed to supporting flexible working where possible. There may be the opportunity for remote or home working, subject to service requirements and where clinical and operational needs can be fully met. Any flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with the needs of the service.
Main duties of the job
Working closely with the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) team, the post holder will provide:
Administrative and IT support across a range of hospital systems Accurate record-keeping and data collection Regular communication with patients and healthcare professionals via telephone and face-to-face contact Completion of holistic needs assessments and development of personalised care plans Referral to appropriate support services Confident communication with all members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) Supporting the the Haematology cancer nurse specialists to deliver individualised care.
About us
Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and with the opening of the medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status, after demonstrating evidence to significant teaching commitment. From now on it will be known as United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
Grantham and District Hospital serves the communities of Grantham and the local area. It provides ambulatory paediatric and accident and emergency services.
Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) and United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (ULHT) have come together in a Group arrangement, with the goal of improving the care provided to patients across the county.
This will not constitute a formal merger of the two organisations, but will bring the Trusts together under a single Board and Executive Leadership Team, with the goal of improving the care that is provided to patients both in the community and in hospitals across Lincolnshire. Both Trusts will retain their separate statutory names and legal obligations.
The Group will be known as Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group (LCHG).
Job description Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will be highly organised, IT literate, and able to demonstrate excellent attention to detail, particularly in record-keeping. Strong interpersonal and empathetic communication skills are essential, as the role involves supporting patients from diagnosis and throughout their cancer journey.
Applicants should have previous experience in a patient-facing or public-facing role, along with an understanding of cancer care or long-term health conditions. You will be proactive, adaptable, and able to work effectively with a wide range of colleagues.
In return, you will become a valued member of the cancer services team, with access to peer support from a network of experienced Macmillan Cancer Care Coordinators. This post provides an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and explore future career progression within the NHS.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills & Aptitudes Essential
Good interpersonal skills Ability to work independently Self-motivated Uses own initiative Competent in use of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Internet Explorer Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and excellent behaviours in line with the Trust framework:
Desirable
Motivated and resourceful
Previous Experience Essential
Previous acute hospital experience. Experience of multi professional working Experience using IT systems
Desirable
Able to demonstrate "evidence" of working within the multi-disciplinary team Previous cancer pathway experience
Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of demonstrable experience, plus additional short courses or training to diploma level or equivalent
Specific Requirements Essential
Flexibility attitude and approach to work Ability to deal with emotional situations Ability to prioritise and work under pressure Ability to travel independently to enable work anywhere within ULHT area when required Demonstrates a person centred approach to care Physically able to access and function in a variety of locations
Desirable
Good understanding of the national drivers for cancer within the NHS
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 United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Address Lincoln County Hospital
Greetwell Road
Lincoln
LN2 5QY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)