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The Great Western Hospitals NHS FT, Swindon
- Onsite working
- Full time
- Temporary
Posted 1 week ago, 19 Jul
Job ref: 4e5e03523d014964bc2105bd4e984494
Full Job Description
The successful candidate will provide a patient centred and focused, accurate and efficient booking service for Endoscopy procedures, in line with Trust Values of working together to provide the best service whilst putting the patient first., 1. To ensure that all patients requiring appointments are booked appropriately communicate and
negotiate with patients and relatives, on the telephone, in person and in writing, making certain that the
procedure is booked with patient agreement.
2. To take responsibility for prioritising in-coming requests and ensuring that they are booked accurately
and according to urgency, thus ensuring maximum utilisation of resources available. This will often
involve on the spot decision making.
3. To highlight any capacity and demand issues to the Endoscopy Booking Team Leader.
4. To have a full understanding of the examination preparations ensuring the correct information and
instructions are given to the patient concerning patient preparation prior to the procedure, special
instructions regarding patient medication in defined patient groups.
5. To gain a comprehensive knowledge of timetables for clinicians undertaking endoscopic procedures to
ensure that procedures are booked into an appropriate work list according to the specialities of each
clinician.
6. To keep updated with any changes in exam technique, preparation and protocols and that this is
communicated through the team, in an on-going capacity.
7. To gain a full understanding and working knowledge of the Endoscopy Information system (Medilogik).
8. Book procedures appropriately into the current booking system ensuring effective and efficient use of
resources.
Working for our organisation
Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives., 9. Understand and interpret trust waiting list information and utilise this to ensure that speciality lists are
booked appropriately.
10. To be able to deal appropriately with patient complaints and concerns as a frontline response.
11. To deal with enquires from GP's and other clinicians who require examination reports. To ensure that
confidentiality is maintained at all times when dealing with highly sensitive clinical details and reports,
in accordance with the Trust's Data Protection Policy.
12. To monitor and update speciality wait list information as work progresses, and provide feedback to
responsible manager.
13. Understand and utilise a good working knowledge of national Referral to Treatment (RTT) rules and
Cancer waiting times. Maintain knowledge of local and regional variations, including Interventions Not
Normally Funded (INNF) and Independent Sector Treatment Centres (ISTC) transfer guidelines.
14. Ensure that lists are booked to full capacity, maximising Endoscopy utilization.
15. Analyse and report any shortfalls with monthly capacity to the responsible manager before problems
escalate.
Please see attached JD for full responsibilities
Thank you for expressing interest in this role. For further employer guidance, please review the attached supplementary applicant information.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used, then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications, subject to eligibility of the role for a skilled worker visa and salary requirements. Not all roles in the Trust are eligible for sponsorship.
Eligibility for this role requires:
+ Current right to work in the UK, subject to verification.
+ Qualification of the eligibility sponsorship criteria
From 4 April 2024, UK immigration policy changes has increased minimum salary levels for skilled workers. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
Current employees should be aware that this position is advertised as a Great Western Hospitals position and appointment ends any TUPE protection.
Candidates are responsible for covering the cost of their own DBS check if required: £21.50 for a Standard DBS check, recoverable from the first pay, or £49.50 for an Enhanced DBS check, divided and recoverable over the initial two pay periods. Payment for DBS checks for bank posts must be settled prior to commencement. Apprentices are exempt from DBS payment.
We are committed to supporting our staff in achieving a healthy work-life balance through flexible work arrangements. Upon joining the Trust, you have the right to request flexible working, with an unlimited number of requests allowed.
Upon acceptance of a job offer, your information will be transferred to the national NHS Electronic Staff Records System. All communication regarding your application will be conducted via email; please ensure to check your junk/spam folders as emails may occasionally be filtered there.
This requires a sound knowledge of the Endoscopy booking system and booking protocols with an in-depth knowledge of the procedures undertaken. Full training is given which will involve an induction period. Once trained a confident approach is expected in using your own judgement to prioritise requests in accordance with trust guidelines, and within national and regional targets.
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a unique organisation, serving as the sole integrated provider in the Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire system. Our scope extends beyond boundaries as we oversee adult community services in Swindon and provide acute care from the Great Western Hospital.
Our 5,500 staff have 1.2m patient contacts a year, with 13,000 operations carried out in our Theatres, around 4,000 babies born, and our emergency attendances are now well over 100,000 per year. Those numbers only tell part of our story about what an exciting time it is to join Great Western Hospitals.
We are cultivating a culture that fosters our ambitions, prioritising equality, diversion, inclusion, wellbeing, and leadership. We aim to create an environment where every member of our team can truly thrive.
The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer; all applicants who have a disability can opt to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme, which means that, providing they meet the minimum essential criteria for the post, they will be offered an interview. We are also proudly accredited as a Veteran Aware organisation and have signed The Armed Forces Covenant.
If we receive a high volume of applications, we may close adverts prior to the published closing date. Therefore, we advise you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
negotiate with patients and relatives, on the telephone, in person and in writing, making certain that the
procedure is booked with patient agreement.
2. To take responsibility for prioritising in-coming requests and ensuring that they are booked accurately
and according to urgency, thus ensuring maximum utilisation of resources available. This will often
involve on the spot decision making.
3. To highlight any capacity and demand issues to the Endoscopy Booking Team Leader.
4. To have a full understanding of the examination preparations ensuring the correct information and
instructions are given to the patient concerning patient preparation prior to the procedure, special
instructions regarding patient medication in defined patient groups.
5. To gain a comprehensive knowledge of timetables for clinicians undertaking endoscopic procedures to
ensure that procedures are booked into an appropriate work list according to the specialities of each
clinician.
6. To keep updated with any changes in exam technique, preparation and protocols and that this is
communicated through the team, in an on-going capacity.
7. To gain a full understanding and working knowledge of the Endoscopy Information system (Medilogik).
8. Book procedures appropriately into the current booking system ensuring effective and efficient use of
resources.
Working for our organisation
Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives., 9. Understand and interpret trust waiting list information and utilise this to ensure that speciality lists are
booked appropriately.
10. To be able to deal appropriately with patient complaints and concerns as a frontline response.
11. To deal with enquires from GP's and other clinicians who require examination reports. To ensure that
confidentiality is maintained at all times when dealing with highly sensitive clinical details and reports,
in accordance with the Trust's Data Protection Policy.
12. To monitor and update speciality wait list information as work progresses, and provide feedback to
responsible manager.
13. Understand and utilise a good working knowledge of national Referral to Treatment (RTT) rules and
Cancer waiting times. Maintain knowledge of local and regional variations, including Interventions Not
Normally Funded (INNF) and Independent Sector Treatment Centres (ISTC) transfer guidelines.
14. Ensure that lists are booked to full capacity, maximising Endoscopy utilization.
15. Analyse and report any shortfalls with monthly capacity to the responsible manager before problems
escalate.
Please see attached JD for full responsibilities
Thank you for expressing interest in this role. For further employer guidance, please review the attached supplementary applicant information.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used, then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications, subject to eligibility of the role for a skilled worker visa and salary requirements. Not all roles in the Trust are eligible for sponsorship.
Eligibility for this role requires:
+ Current right to work in the UK, subject to verification.
+ Qualification of the eligibility sponsorship criteria
From 4 April 2024, UK immigration policy changes has increased minimum salary levels for skilled workers. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
Current employees should be aware that this position is advertised as a Great Western Hospitals position and appointment ends any TUPE protection.
Candidates are responsible for covering the cost of their own DBS check if required: £21.50 for a Standard DBS check, recoverable from the first pay, or £49.50 for an Enhanced DBS check, divided and recoverable over the initial two pay periods. Payment for DBS checks for bank posts must be settled prior to commencement. Apprentices are exempt from DBS payment.
We are committed to supporting our staff in achieving a healthy work-life balance through flexible work arrangements. Upon joining the Trust, you have the right to request flexible working, with an unlimited number of requests allowed.
Upon acceptance of a job offer, your information will be transferred to the national NHS Electronic Staff Records System. All communication regarding your application will be conducted via email; please ensure to check your junk/spam folders as emails may occasionally be filtered there.
This requires a sound knowledge of the Endoscopy booking system and booking protocols with an in-depth knowledge of the procedures undertaken. Full training is given which will involve an induction period. Once trained a confident approach is expected in using your own judgement to prioritise requests in accordance with trust guidelines, and within national and regional targets.
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a unique organisation, serving as the sole integrated provider in the Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire system. Our scope extends beyond boundaries as we oversee adult community services in Swindon and provide acute care from the Great Western Hospital.
Our 5,500 staff have 1.2m patient contacts a year, with 13,000 operations carried out in our Theatres, around 4,000 babies born, and our emergency attendances are now well over 100,000 per year. Those numbers only tell part of our story about what an exciting time it is to join Great Western Hospitals.
We are cultivating a culture that fosters our ambitions, prioritising equality, diversion, inclusion, wellbeing, and leadership. We aim to create an environment where every member of our team can truly thrive.
The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer; all applicants who have a disability can opt to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme, which means that, providing they meet the minimum essential criteria for the post, they will be offered an interview. We are also proudly accredited as a Veteran Aware organisation and have signed The Armed Forces Covenant.
If we receive a high volume of applications, we may close adverts prior to the published closing date. Therefore, we advise you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
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