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Neurosurgery Pathway Administrator

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • Oxford

AI generated summary

  • You must be self-motivated, organized, and have strong communication skills. Proven secretarial abilities, initiative, flexibility, and the ability to manage deadlines in a busy environment are essential.
  • You will manage queries, ensure departmental efficiency, monitor patient pathways, and provide comprehensive administrative support to the Consultants and their teams.

Requirements

  • We are looking for a self-motivated, enthusiastic individual to join us as a Patient Pathway Administrator working in the Neurosurgery team across at the JR.
  • This post is crucial to the on-going development of the service and would suit a candidate who has excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • You will be expected to liaise with staff and colleagues at all levels.
  • You will have proven secretarial skills with the ability to prioritise and manage your own workload to tight deadlines.
  • You will need to demonstrate initiative and flexibility in your approach and be able to work in a pressurised and busy environment.

Responsibilities

  • The post involves dealing with telephone queries, face to face queries, ensuring the smooth running of the department, monitoring the patient pathway and providing full administrative support to Consultants and their teams.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Patient Pathway Administrator position?

The role requires excellent organisational and communication skills, proven secretarial abilities, and a capability to manage your own workload effectively under tight deadlines.

Will training be provided for this position?

Yes, training and support will be given by the team.

Is previous experience in a healthcare environment necessary?

While the job description does not specify, experience in an administrative role within a healthcare setting may be beneficial.

What are the working hours for the Patient Pathway Administrator role?

Specific working hours are not mentioned in the job description; it's best to clarify this during the interview or informal visit.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

You can contact Wendy Smith, the Neurosurgery Assistant Service Manager, via email at wendy.smith@ouh.nhs.uk or by phone at 01865 227577.

Is this position affected by COVID-19 vaccination requirements?

Yes, COVID-19 vaccinations are mandatory for all patient-facing staff, effective from 1 April 2022.

Can I apply if I have previously applied for this role?

No, previous applicants need not apply for this position.

What type of environment will I be working in?

You will be working in a pressurised and busy environment, requiring initiative and flexibility in your approach.

What is the location of this job?

The position is based at the John Radcliffe Hospital, which is part of the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

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Mission & Purpose

OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (OUH) is a world renowned centre of clinical excellence and one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the UK. The Trust is made up of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital (which includes the Children's Hospital, West Wing, Eye Hospital, Heart Centre and Women's Centre), the Churchill Hospital and the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, all located in Oxford, and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury, north Oxfordshire. The Trust provides a wide range of clinical services, specialist services (including cardiac, cancer, musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation) medical education, training and research.