Cancer MDT Co-ordinator

NHS; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Cancer Data Coordinator to enhance patient tracking through the cancer pathway. This role will be vital in maintaining timely diagnostics and collaborating within a dedicated team. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications, strong communication skills, and experience in data analysis.

Qualifications

• Recognised ECDL or equivalent qualification required.
• Experience in Microsoft Word/Excel essential.
• Good standard of education needed.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and attend MDT meetings.
• Monitor the diagnostic pathway of patients.
• Collect and provide data for audits.

Skills

Communication

Data analysis

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

An exciting opportunity within the Cancer Data Team has arose. The role involves being fundamental in the tracking of patient through the Cancer Pathway ensuring timely diagnostics . You will work in a multidisciplinary team and be an effective team player in a fast paced environment.

Working within Cancer Services, this role is to monitor the diagnostic pathway of patients to ensure timely diagnosis. As a team player you perform a number of key tasks including monitoring numerous IT platforms, data entry and liaising with other departments ensuring appointments are expedited.

You will be working with a friendly committed team and supported by band 3 and 4 cancer pathway co-ordinators, the Patient Access Team Leader and a Patient Access Supervisor.

Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on theVisas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Main duties of the job

The main responsibilities for the role is to co-ordinate and attend specific MDT meetings which will include regular communication with lead clinician.

The role will be to undertake collection and provision of data in line with local requirements.

To take a proactive role in the local collection of national audit data.

Oversee patient tracking of suspected/diagnosed Cancer Pathway to ensure that patients follow cancer pathways and receive diagnostic tests and treatment in a timely manner.

About us

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on theVisas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Recognised ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) qualification or equivalent
• Experience in Microsoft Word/Excel

Knowledge

• Knowledge of cancer waiting times and standards
• Good general knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of cancer audits
• Knowledge of the cancer Peer Review Process
• Previous experience of tracking cancer patients

Skills

• Good general standard of education
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Data analysis and production of reports

Experience

• Experience of using various computer software systems
• Knowledge of the Somerset Cancer Registry NHS experience
• Experience in all aspects of Trust clinical systems i.e. PAS, CRIS etc.
• Experience of cancer services

Specific Job Requirements

• To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service which may mean working outside of normal office hours when appropriate
• To work effectively and proactively as part of a team

Other Role Requirements

• Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

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.