Chemotherapy Schedular in Bedford inBedford PUBLISHED FRI 13 JUN 2025 Jump to job information section
Job description
An exciting new role has become available within the Primrose Unit.
we are looking for a well organised, motivated individual with competent IT skills to join the team to support the existing chemotherapy service at Bedford Hospital.
This is a project post for a fixed term of 12 months. If beneficial to the service it will become a permanent post.
Main Duties
Provide comprehensive organisational and administrative support for the chemotherapy service at Bedford.
Ensure the smooth day to day operational management of chemotherapy treatments
To be responsible for scheduling chemotherapy treatments after first cycle to fully utilise resources available within the unit.
To support the chemotherapy co-ordinator in managing cancer waiting target lists.
About us
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. To manage the chemotherapy booking diary on IQEMO to ensure full utilisation of chair capacity on a day to day basis.
2. Manage own day to day workload and adhere to strict timescales working within the Trust and departmental policies and procedures.
3. To escalate any concerns regarding capacity of treatment slots to the deputy service manager and chemotherapy unit team leader.
4. To reschedule patients where treatment has been deferred ensuring that any review and phlebotomy appointments are adjusted accordingly.
5. To answer telephone, emails and face to face enquires in a professional and timely manner using tact, diplomacy and confidentiality
6. To be conversant, liaise and work closely with the other members of the team.
7. The post holder must be conversant with the Trust IT systems IQEMO/ IPM/ ICE
8. The post holder will be expected to undergo further training when systems are updated and to implement changes into their own working systems.
9. Be responsible for the quality and integrity of information kept on IPM and IQEMO systems.
10. Ensure that data entered onto any local systems is complete and accurate
11. Maintain confidentiality and ensure information is only released to the correct individual(s).
12. Maintain communication links with other departments and specialities as necessary
13. To cover Primrose Unit reception on an adhoc basis to cover- e.g. lunch breaks, sickness & annual leave
14. Uphold the policies and standards of the trust, projecting a professional attitude at all times.
15. To identify own training and development needs and to undertake appropriate training/education as required.
16. To ensure full compliance of Trust mandatory training
17. To demonstrate trust values on a daily basis.
18. To attend and contribute regularly to Primrose Unit meetings
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
Requirements
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Benefits
Benefits are provided by the employer and will be confirmed during your application.
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