Clinical Administration Lead for Acute Paediatrics
Job overview
Due to progression of the previous post holder an opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the acute paediatrics administration team as our new Clinical Admin Lead.
The role of the CAL is to support the delivery of access targets, cancer targets and be responsible for data quality within a specialty area.
We are looking for a conscientious and adaptable person to work with the service. As our CAL you will be leading a team of 12 staff ensuring that we are providing a comprehensive administrative service to our Healthcare Professionals and Patients, ensuring best practice and adherence to Trust policies and procedures is maintained at all times.Experience of people management in a supervisory capacity is essential for this post.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate excellent organisation skills, the ability to work on their own initiative as well as part of a team and an ability to prioritise and problem solve. The role ideally suits candidates looking to further their career in healthcare administration with a keenness to learn.
Applicants should display excellent communication skills as the post holder will be liaising with staff at all levels.
This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to join our team with hybrid models of work available.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of this job description are explained, however, these will continue to evolve to meet corporate objectives and NHS targets.
Manage, day to day, the administrative team, ensuring that workflow and output is managed to meet Trust targets.
Support, educate and develop administrative and clinical staff to understand the principles of RTT and maximise and utilise relevant reports and data to support delivery.
Manage the staffing levels within a pre-determined level of funded manpower resource as defined by Service Lead/Deputy Divisional Manager.
Be a role model demonstrating good communication and ensuring robust and open communication with all staff through regular meetings within the specialty area.
Have robust knowledge and understanding of both Trust and National access targets, in particular the RTT pathways for clinical services.
Respond to shortfall issues and action accordingly, ensuring escalation as necessary.
Regularly utilise Trust information systems such as Maxims for the creation of correspondence, reports and other documents. Develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Patient Administration System (PAS) and Casenote Management.
Maintain absolute patient confidentiality at all times in accordance with Trust policy and the legal framework such as the Data Protection Act.
Participate in the Performance Development Review process (appraisal) in line with National and Trust Policies.
Working for our organisation
Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.
Update – NHS employees/applicants of frontline posts at the Royal Cornwall Trust are no longer required to be fully vaccinated against COVID by 1 April 2022. This is pending the public consultation and Parliamentary review announced by the government.We may however request immunisation status but this will not impact working with the Trust
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
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We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Educated to GCSE in English Language and Maths Grade A to C or equivalent
- Working towards management qualification
Experience
Essential criteria- Significant NHS experience or equivalent
- Experience of staff supervision or a willingness to train and develop knowledge and skill in this area within 12-18 months of appointment
Thank you for your application if you have not received a reply within 21 days of the closing date you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be aware that your application and related documents will be retained confidentially for a period of 12 months.
It is vital that you provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. To work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require a visa - we may be able to provide sponsorship, but this is not guaranteed.
Benefits include optional pension and life assurance and a dedicated Childcare Co-ordination Team
We are committed to ensuring our staff are developed, engaged and supported to work in different ways to support the ever-changing environment in which we operate.
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust is a non-smoking organisation.
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Royal Cornwall Hospital is an Equal Opportunities employer.