Biologics Coordinator

NHS; Taunton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a compassionate Biologics Coordinator to support patient-centered care in the Rheumatology team across two hospital sites. This role entails managing biologic therapies and collaborating closely with healthcare professionals to ensure effective treatment delivery, making a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development focus

Blue Light Card for discounts

Qualifications

• Must communicate in English, written and verbally.
• Minimum 3 years of secretarial experience.
• Extensive administrative experience at senior level.

Responsibilities

• Key point of contact for patients receiving biologic therapy.
• Coordinate biologic prescribing and follow-ups.
• Maintain accurate records adhering to protocols.

Skills

Communication

Supervisory skills

Mentoring

Audio typing

Medical audio typing

Education

Good standard of general education

RSA/OCR III WP/Typing or equivalent

AMSPAR or British Medical Secretary Diploma

ECDL or equivalent

ILM 3 Leadership and Management or equivalent

Job description

We are looking to recruit a dedicated and compassionate Biologics Coordinator to join our dynamic Rheumatology team. This is a cross-county position that plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across two key hospital sites.

As the Biologics Coordinator, you will be based at Musgrove Park Hospital but will also need to travel to Yeovil District Hospital on a weekly basis. You will support the coordination and monitoring of biologic therapies for patients with rheumatological conditions, ensuring safe, timely, and effective treatment in line with clinical guidelines and best practice.

If you think that you are the right person for the job, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Act as a key point of contact for patients receiving biologic therapy.
• Coordinate biologic prescribing, monitoring, and follow-up appointments.
• Collaborate closely with clinicians, pharmacists, and administrative staff.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with relevant protocols and safety standards.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job responsibilities

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Good standard of general education. Must be able to communicate in English language, both written and verbally appropriate to the post. RSA/OCR III WP/Typing or equivalent. AMSPAR or British Medical Secretary Diploma (including medical terminology) or alternative experience.
• ECDL or equivalent. ILM 3 Leadership and Management, or equivalent (or be prepared to work towards).

Experience

• Previous secretarial experience (minimum 3 years). Evidence of supervisory & mentoring skills. Audio typing/work processing. Medical audio typing. Working within human resource policies.
• Extensive administrative experience at senior level.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a disclosure check will be required through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to check for any previous criminal convictions.