MDT Co-ordinator

Leeds Teaching Hospitals; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Leeds is seeking an Administrator to serve as an MDT Coordinator in the Cancer Administration Team. This role involves managing MDT meetings, ensuring accurate patient data, and supporting clinical decision-making. Ideal candidates will have a strong administrative background, experience in healthcare settings, and excellent organizational skills. Join a team committed to improving the lives of cancer patients with a focus on professional development and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction

Ongoing professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Trust administrative protocols, policies & procedures.
• Experience in supervising junior staff.
• Experience of working in a customer/patient focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end administrative support for MDT meetings.
• Coordinate patient lists and clinical information as needed.
• Monitor patients against National Cancer Waiting Times Standards.

Skills

Professional attitude to work

Effective organisational skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Minimum of GCSE or equivalent

NVQ Level III or equivalent experience

Tools

Patient information systems (EPR, PAS, PPM)

Job description

Readyto put your administrative skills to work where they truly matter? This is yourchance to play a vital role in improving the lives of cancer patients. If youthrive in a fast-paced team environment, stay calm under pressure, and aremotivated by making a real difference, wed love to hear from you.

Wereseeking a driven, flexible, and hardworking Administrator to join our MDTCancer Administration Team. As an MDT Coordinator, youll be at the heart ofour Multidisciplinary Teamsproviding support & recording high-quality,accurate, and timely data that directly supports critical clinicaldecision-making. Youll proactively monitor patients against National CancerWaiting Times Standards, spotting issues early and escalating them to keepservices running smoothly and patients on track.

Youllbring experience from a patient- or customer-focused setting, outstandingorganisational and communication skills, and the confidence to work withclinicians, internal teams, and external partners alike. If youre adaptable,efficient, and ready to step up in a role with real purpose and impact, thiscould be the perfect next move for you.

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Main duties of the job

Youwill be at the centre of our MDTservice, attending weekly MDT meetings that may involve early starts, latefinishes, or lunchtime sessions. In this pivotal role, youll provideend-to-end administrative supportpreparing and circulating patient lists,ensuring all new and referred cancer patients are discussed in line withnational guidance, and collating complete clinical information ahead ofdeadlines.

Youllexpertly coordinate each MDT meeting, making sure notes, imaging, pathology,and all essential documentation are ready and accessible. During meetings,youll accurately record outcomes and actions, update treatment plans in theelectronic patient record, and keep all MDT members informed of any changesto schedules or venues.

Youllcollect and manage data in real time, respond to clinical informationqueries, and maintain precise attendance records for quarterly audits. Beyondday-to-day delivery, youll play an active role in improving MDT processesand contributing to service improvement projects, including data collectionand pathway mapping.

Youllbring experience with patient information systems (EPR, PAS, PPM or similar),a strong understanding of information governance, and excellentcommunication, organisation and attention to detail. Youll also manage asmall admin team, ensuring effective cover and the smooth running of MDTservices, as well as training and HR processes.

About us

Joinus in Leeds and be part of The Leeds Way, living our vision and values everyday.

Asone of the UKs largest acute care providers, our cancer services supportpatients locally, regionally and nationally. Within the Corporate CancerTeam, youll find supportive, positive colleagues who truly embody The LeedsWay Valuesvalues created by our staff to reflect what matters most in how wework together.

Youllreceive a comprehensive induction, full training, and access to excellentopportunities for ongoing professional development. Once fully competent, wealso offer flexible working to help you achieve a healthy worklife balance.

Comeand join a team where your contribution is valued, your growth is supported,and your work makes a real difference.

LeedsTeaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job advertsare subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or removeadverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in theshortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while thisprocess is completed, and contact the named contact if you have anyquestions.

Job responsibilities

TheMDT Co-ordinator will provide a comprehensive administrative service tosupport and cover the Multidisciplinary Teams (MDTs) and ensure the effectivemanagement of accurate and timely data to enable clinical decision-making atMDT meetings when required.

Thepost-holder will coordinate, proactively manage and track patients againstthe National Cancer Waiting Times Standards.They will escalate problems to CSU management and the Lead Cancer Teamin a timely manner so that remedial action can be taken where necessary toensure the Cancer Waiting Times targets are met.

Whereappropriate the individual may manage a small team of staff, ensuring coverarrangements and support is available for the smooth running of the MDT. The individual will also provide cover tothe MDTs, in the specialities in most need of resources, especially in timesof annual leave, sickness/absence, and during periods of transition betweenappointments.

Person Specification

Experience

• Through knowledge of patient administration processes
• Experience of working in a customer/patient focussed environment
• Use of database system in a working environment
• Experience of organising meetings and taking minutes and/or live typing
• Knowledge of Trust administrative protocols, policies & procedures
• Experience of working in a hospital environment
• Experience in supervising junior staff
• Knowledge of tracking and monitoring patients using information systems

Qualifications

• Minimum of GCSE or equivalent
• RSA level II or equivalent
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• NVQ Level III or equivalent experience
• IT/CLAIT
• ECDL or willingness to undertake training

Skills & behaviours

• Professional attitude to work, diplomatic and calm under pressure
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changes in work circumstances
• Reliable and self motivated / Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Thoroughness and attention to detail / Effective organisational, prioritising and time management skills
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to work
• Strong interpersonal skills, concise verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to motivate staff

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to work within the Trusts policies e.g. confidentiality, data protection, health and safety etc.
• A willingness to undergo personal development and learn new skills
• Awareness of training and development needs in relation to the post

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.