MDT Coordinator inAberdeen inAberdeen PUBLISHED THU 19 DEC 2024

Band 4
CANCER NHS

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Opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment that goes beyond typical administrative roles.

Involvement in critical cancer care pathways, directly impacting patient outcomes and health services.

Collaboration with a Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT) and professionals, enhancing teamwork and communication skills.

Skill development in using specialized software like Cancer Care Pathway (CCP) and various administrative tools.

Gain valuable experience in performance management and meeting key health service targets set by the Scottish Government.

Contributions to improving cancer waiting times and patient care, providing a sense of purpose and fulfillment.

Supportive training environment to foster professional growth and knowledge in healthcare administration.

The NHS Scotland is seeking a Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT) Coordinator for a Band 4 position based at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, offering a 37-hour work week. This role goes beyond typical administrative tasks; it involves providing crucial administrative and audit support for MDT meetings focused on cancer performance. Key responsibilities include live typing during meetings, facilitating smooth operations, and relaying feedback to various stakeholders to meet essential Scottish Government cancer pathway targets.

Candidates should possess strong administrative skills and the ability to prioritize and address potential issues impacting patient pathways. Familiarity with Cancer Care Pathway (CCP) software and other relevant tools will be essential, though training will be provided. The NHS Scotland values equality and diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from all sectors of society.

Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT) Co-ordinator– Band 4 Post

Location - Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. (Ashgrove House) , 37 hours per week

Are you looking for a challenging role that’s more than just an administration post? We have an interesting opportunity on offer – we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic person to the position of MDT Co-ordinator to work within the MDT Coordinator team for Cancer Performance. The role of the MDT Co-ordinator is to provide administrative and audit support to the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings including live typing at the meetings, ensuring the efficient running of these meetings and providing feedback to the MDT, Performance Management Team, Service Manager and Lead Clinicians in line with cancer waiting times patient pathways

The successful applicant for the post will have strong administration skills but more importantly have the ability to prioritise and escalate potential issues on the cancer pathway for patients to ensure that Scottish Government target dates for 62 day and 31 day pathways are met.

The post holder will use the Cancer Care Pathway (CCP) software along with other software packages to manage the patient pathway. Training will be supported.

Please contact Sarah Mitchell, Assistant Support Manager or Carol Maitland, Deputy Service Manager via email if you wish to discuss this further or have any enquiries – or

Posts close at midnight on the indicated date . Post may close early due to volume of applications.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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Working as a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) Coordinator in the UK requires a combination of specific skills and competencies to effectively manage the various aspects of teamwork in a healthcare setting. Here are the key skills needed for this role:

1. Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, scheduling meetings, and coordinating activities amongst diverse team members.

2. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for facilitating discussions, preparing reports, and ensuring clear communication between team members and stakeholders.

3. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build relationships with various professionals, patients, and their families, fostering a collaborative environment.

4. Problem-Solving Skills: Aptitude for identifying issues, analyzing situations, and developing solutions that benefit the team and patient outcomes.

5. Teamwork and Collaboration: Capacity to work effectively within a team, understanding different roles within the MDT and how to bring them together towards a common goal.

6. Project Management Skills: Experience in managing projects, including planning, execution, and evaluation, to ensure the effectiveness of MDT activities.

7. Clinical Knowledge: Understanding of healthcare processes, clinical roles, and patient care pathways, which may vary by specialty.

8. IT Skills: Proficiency in using healthcare record systems, scheduling software, and communication tools to facilitate the coordination of team activities.

9. Flexibility and Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changing circumstances and priorities within a dynamic healthcare environment.

10. Leadership Skills: While the role may not always involve direct leadership, having the ability to motivate the team and provide direction when necessary is advantageous.

11. Data Management Skills: Experience with compiling and analyzing data related to team performance and patient outcomes.

12. Understanding of Legislation and Policies: Familiarity with relevant healthcare laws, ethical guidelines, and institutional policies to ensure compliance in coordination activities.