Patient Flow Coordinator - Witney Hospital

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust; Witney; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Patient Flow Coordinator to ensure efficient patient movement through community hospitals. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively with patients, families, and care teams to facilitate timely discharges. Candidates should demonstrate problem-solving abilities and a commitment to equality and inclusion. Benefits include career progression, generous leave, and NHS discounts.

Benefits

Excellent opportunities for career progression

27 days annual leave, rising to 33

NHS discount across shops and restaurants

Competitive pension scheme

Lease car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff accommodation

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating hospital discharges.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills for engaging with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate hospital discharges.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families.
• Work with care organizations to arrange patient support.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Job description

Patient Flow Coordinator

The Patient Flow Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, timely, and efficient movement of patients through our community hospitals. This role requires excellent communication with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team to facilitate discharge processes and help patients get home as soon as they are ready.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate hospital discharges.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families to involve them in preparing for discharge.
• Work closely with adult social care and voluntary sector organisations to arrange appropriate support when patients leave hospital.
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation.
• Coordinate and contribute to daily board rounds and weekly multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Adapt to a fast‑paced environment and solve problems as they arise.

Application Process

To apply, use the 'supporting statement' element of your application form to demonstrate suitability for this role. Refer to the job description, person specification, and guidance notes attached to this role. All candidates are required to submit a truthful application and reference information covering the past three years of employment or study.

We offer flexible working arrangements and a thorough induction program. Mandatory statutory and role‑specific training will be provided.

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are an equal opportunities employer. We actively support anti‑racism, equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Benefits

• Excellent opportunities for career progression.
• Access to tailored individual and trust‑wide learning and development.
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service.
• NHS discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Lease car scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Mental Health First Aiders.
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply).
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team.