The Surgical Care Group is looking for a full-time Patient Admission Pathway Co-ordinator (PAPC) to support the elective surgical admissions. You will be organised, able to work under pressure, computer literate with excellent communication skills.
The PAPC will work within the Day Surgery Unit and will be responsible for contacting all patients booked onto the elective pathway for surgery to ensure all pre-assessment advice has been followed and confirming attendance. The PAPC will escalate to the appropriate specialty to manage any concerns which may impact surgical admissions.
Main duties of the job
The Patient Admission Pathway Co-ordinator (PAPC) will work within the Day Surgery Unit (DSU) to confirm the patient’s admission for elective surgery to reduce cancellations on the day of surgery. The PAPC will contact patients booked onto the elective theatre lists to confirm their attendance and discuss specific questions to confirm if pre-operative requirements have been adhered to.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Knowledge of Trust IT systems including Careflow, iFit & Bluespier
Degree
Skills/Abilities
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Experience in producing and presenting reports
Experience/Knowledge
Knowledge of NHS service provision including the patient pathway
Proven experience working in a similar role in a hospital/healthcare setting
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