Cancer Pathway & Data Coordinator

The Methodist Church in Britain; North Shields; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Methodist Church in Britain Northumbria NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a data-focused professional to support cancer registration and waiting-time targets from North Shields. The role involves tracking patients through the cancer pathway and extracting data from case notes and Trust IT systems.

You will ensure data quality and compliance with registration standards, with occasional MDT participation and video conferencing. Knowledge of medical terminology is essential.

Qualifications

• GCSEs A-C in English Language, Mathematics or equivalent qualification and/or experience.
• Good IT skills with ability to use Trust IT systems.
• Understanding of medical terminology.
• Ability to work with concentration and accuracy.
• Ability to liaise with staff at all levels.
• ECDL (Nice to have)

Responsibilities

• Track patients through their cancer pathway to meet National Cancer Waiting Times Targets
• Extract clinical and administrative data from case notes, Trust IT systems and other agreed sources for cancer registration
• Ensure data extraction meets National Cancer Registration Service requirements and standards, applying the principles of cancer registration
• Comply with National Cancer Waiting Times targets and deadlines
• Occasionally cover multi-disciplinary team meetings, including by video conferencing
• Work closely with the Cancer Pathway Coordinators in a team environment
• Liaise with staff at all levels

Skills

Good IT skills

Understanding of medical terminology

Concentration and accuracy

Liaising with staff at all levels

Education

GCSE A-C English or Maths

ECDL (Nice to have)

Job description

The Methodist Church in Britain Northumbria NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a data-focused professional to support cancer registration and waiting-time targets from North Shields. The role involves tracking patients through the cancer pathway and extracting data from case notes and Trust IT systems.

You will ensure data quality and compliance with registration standards, with occasional MDT participation and video conferencing. Knowledge of medical terminology is essential.