About this role
Job summary
ATR (Awaiting Test Results) Tracker Band 3 - 15 hours per week Temp Contract with an end date of Jan 2028
To be responsible for the tracking and recording of patient diagnostic tests on the ATR PTL (Awaiting Test Results Patient Treatment List), weekly monitoring and regular updating of the patient action plans on the hospital database. You will need good communication skills and be able to liaise closely with clinicians, other hospital departments and colleagues.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for tracking patient activity in relation to outpatient test from request through to clinical review and outcome, identifying potential delays, and working collaboratively with clinical, operational, and administrative teams to ensure patients receive timely care.
Using a range of systems and electronic records, the ATR Tracker will maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, monitor pathway performance, and support clinical review of all results. The role requires excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to identify risks to performance and take appropriate action to prevent breaches and delays.
The post holder will liaise with clinicians, service managers, booking teams, and diagnostic departments regarding test dates and reports. They will be responsible for producing reports, maintaining databases and spreadsheets, monitoring data quality, and escalating concerns where delays may impact on patient outcomes.
The ATR Tracker will work independently, managing their own workload and priorities, while also contributing to a collaborative team environment through flexible working practices and cross-cover arrangements. The role requires a commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality, delivering high standards of data quality, and supporting continuous improvement in pathway management and patient experience.
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Excellence
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
3.The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specifications focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Math and English - C or above
Experience
Essential
- Working as part of a team
- Knowledge of Lorenzo (or equivalent)
- Experience of working to national standards and guidelines
Desirable
- Experience working in an acute hospital setting
- Medical Terminilogy
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written, verbal & telephone)
- Excellent interpersonal skills to liaise with clinicians, senior managers, and clerical staff
- Good keyboard skills
- Time management skills
Desirable
- Competent use of Lorenzo Patient Administration System or similar
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of database coordination
- Knowledge of Excel
- Knowledge of Lorenzo (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Knowledge of Caldicott and Data Protection
- Knowledge of RTT standards
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Tameside and Glossop NHS Foundation Trust
Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Ashton-under-Lyne
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)