Flexible Theatre Admissions & Waiting List Coordinator

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

NHS pension

Annual leave

Career development

Blue Light Card & NHS perks

Job summary

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an organised admissions professional to support a patient-centred admissions service, coordinating bookings with clinical teams and ensuring compliance with local and national standards. The role focuses on accurate theatre and waiting list management, ensuring smooth patient flow for operations and procedures.

You will communicate with patients and clinicians, follow the Clinical Review process when needed, and maintain clear information exchange to

Responsibilities

• Coordinate admissions for patients and ensure waiting lists and theatre lists are managed effectively.
• Follow waiting list policies and RTT rules to support safe, timely patient care.
• Communicate clearly with patients, carers, and clinical teams to arrange bookings and inform decisions.
• Negotiate with patients on admission dates to minimize delays and cancellations where possible.

Job description

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an organised admissions professional to support a patient-centred admissions service, coordinating bookings with clinical teams and ensuring compliance with local and national standards. The role focuses on accurate theatre and waiting list management, ensuring smooth patient flow for operations and procedures.

You will communicate with patients and clinicians, follow the Clinical Review process when needed, and maintain clear information exchange to