Admissions Co-ordinator inBrighton inBrighton PUBLISHED THU 10 APR 2025
Opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care by efficiently managing waiting lists and ensuring timely surgical procedures.
Supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion, fostering a community where every team member is encouraged to thrive.
Access to extensive professional development and training opportunities, allowing for continuous growth in skills and competencies.
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance, recognizing the importance of staff well-being in providing quality care.
Promotion to Band 4 upon mastery of duties, reflecting career advancement and increased responsibilities within the role.
Collaboration with clinical, management, and administration teams, contributing to a cohesive approach to patient services.
Participation in a Wellbeing Programme designed to support staff health and engagement, showcasing the trust's commitment to employee welfare.
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Are you passionate about helping others and making a real difference in healthcare? As an Admissions Co-ordinator at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, you'll play a vital role in shaping patient experiences. In this position, you will manage specialty waiting lists, book pre-operative assessments, and ensure patients receive timely information about their care. This role not only demands initiative and strong multi-tasking skills but also offers the chance to collaborate with dedicated clinical and administrative teams who share your commitment to providing exceptional patient care.
At UHSussex, we celebrate diversity and promote an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We understand that to care for others, we must first care for ourselves, which is why we offer a range of wellbeing programs, flexible working options, and support networks. If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and development, we invite you to apply and be part of a community that values compassion and innovation. You’ll see the impact of your work as you help us put patients first!
Opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care by efficiently managing waiting lists and ensuring timely surgical procedures.
Supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion, fostering a community where every team member is encouraged to thrive.
Access to extensive professional development and training opportunities, allowing for continuous growth in skills and competencies.
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance, recognizing the importance of staff well-being in providing quality care.
Promotion to Band 4 upon mastery of duties, reflecting career advancement and increased responsibilities within the role.
Collaboration with clinical, management, and administration teams, contributing to a cohesive approach to patient services.
Participation in a Wellbeing Programme designed to support staff health and engagement, showcasing the trust's commitment to employee welfare.
Job Summary
The post holder will be responsible for the efficient management of the allocated specialty waiting list and maintaining government targets in accordance with the Patient Access Policy.
The post holder will at times be required to work unsupervised and on their own initiative, as well as working as part of the team with clinical, management and administration colleagues to deliver the highest standards of administrative support possible to help deliver a patient first service.
Main duties of the job
In the initial period of 12 months, the main duties of the post will be:
After the initial 12 month period, the post-holder will progress to Band 4 once fully competent with the above and below duties:
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliy5h1 posted
27 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,to £29,114 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
279-7MAR25
Job locations
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached detailed Job Descriptions and Person Specifications. There is also a competency matric attached.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached detailed Job Descriptions and Person Specifications. There is also a competency matric attached.
Person Specification
Administration/Customer Service Experience Essential
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliy5h1 (Opens in a new tab)
The post holder will be responsible for the efficient management of the allocated specialty waiting list and maintaining government targets in accordance with the Patient Access Policy.
The post holder will at times be required to work unsupervised and on their own initiative, as well as working as part of the team with clinical, management and administration colleagues to deliver the highest standards of administrative support possible to help deliver a patient first service.
Main duties of the job
In the initial period of 12 months, the main duties of the post will be:
- Contact and book pre-operative assessments and TCI (to come in) surgery dates for patients, booking patients according to clinical and waiting time priority and in line with the patient access policy
- Utilise the patient administration system to produce letters which inform patients of the appropriate admission times, location, date, and eating/drinking instructions
- Monitor and maintain the elective inpatient waiting lists, adding patients to the list within 24 hours of a clinician request being received
After the initial 12 month period, the post-holder will progress to Band 4 once fully competent with the above and below duties:
- Plan theatre cases into theatre lists 6 weeks ahead, utilising a developed knowledge of surgical procedures, duration of operating times and theatre availability
- Fully utilise the available theatre lists and escalate any issues as needed
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliy5h1 posted
27 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,to £29,114 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
279-7MAR25
Job locations
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached detailed Job Descriptions and Person Specifications. There is also a competency matric attached.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached detailed Job Descriptions and Person Specifications. There is also a competency matric attached.
Person Specification
Administration/Customer Service Experience Essential
- Administration/Customer Service Experience
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
- Administration/Customer Service Experience
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliy5h1 (Opens in a new tab)
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