Surgical Admissions Coordinator | Theatre Scheduling

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Surgical Admissions Officer to manage elective waiting lists, bookings and theatre scheduling. You will interact with clinicians, patients and GP practices to ensure accurate data entry and RTT compliance.

Responsibilities include handling admissions procedures, liaising with theatre and treatmentCentre teams, and deputising for senior admissions staff as required. This role supports waiting time targets and efficient patient flow.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent.
• Vocational level 3 in administration or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a hospital or customer service-based role.
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise work.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Rota Coordinators and Clinicians to confirm available lists and ensure patients are booked appropriately.
• Deal promptly with enquiries from patients, wards and medical staff in a professional manner.
• Ensure patient details are entered on the e-Camis waiting list and theatre modules.
• Book patients by clinical priority to meet RTT targets and national waiting times.
• Provide non-clinical information to patients and carers with sensitivity and diplomacy.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Vocational level 3 in administration

Tools

e-Camis system

Job description

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Surgical Admissions Officer to manage elective waiting lists, bookings and theatre scheduling. You will interact with clinicians, patients and GP practices to ensure accurate data entry and RTT compliance.

Responsibilities include handling admissions procedures, liaising with theatre and treatmentCentre teams, and deputising for senior admissions staff as required. This role supports waiting time targets and efficient patient flow.