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Care Coordinator - Horsham Central PCNinHorshaminHorshamPUBLISHED FRI 8 NOV 2024

£23,285.69 to £28,385.13 a year  PERMANENT 
CASELOADEMPATHYFAMILYMENTAL HEALTH

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The Care Coordinator role at Alliance for Better Care CIC in Horsham Central PCN involves facilitating the coordination of patient care within a primary care setting. The position requires full-time engagement (37.5 hours per week) and is permanent. Key responsibilities include consulting with patients to assess their needs, developing and maintaining care plans, and educating them about their health conditions to promote independence. The Care Coordinator will also manage a caseload of patients, liaising with healthcare providers and community services to ensure comprehensive support, and will be responsible for organizing multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.

Additional duties encompass using practice data to identify service improvements, maintaining accurate records in SystmOne, and collaborating with caregivers and family members to enhance patient care. The role emphasises empathy, effective communication, and continuous improvement within the healthcare system, aiming to empower patients while evaluating their progress regularly. Overall, the Care Coordinator plays a vital role in navigating patients through their healthcare journey, ensuring their needs are met efficiently and compassionately.

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Useful skills for a Care Coordinator - Horsham Central PCN:
To work as a Care Coordinator in the UK, you should possess a range of skills and qualifications to effectively coordinate patient care and support. Here are the key skills typically required:
1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
2. Organisational Skills: You need to manage multiple tasks, schedules, and patient needs efficiently, ensuring that care plans are followed properly.
3. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams is crucial.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to assess situations, identify issues, and develop effective solutions is important for ensuring patient care.
5. Attention to Detail: Care Coordinators must carefully track patient information, appointments, and care plans to ensure nothing is overlooked.
6. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional and psychological needs of patients and being sensitive to their circumstances is key.
7. IT Skills: Proficiency in using healthcare software and electronic health records (EHR) systems is often required for managing patient data.
8. Knowledge of Healthcare Systems: Familiarity with local health services, referral pathways, and support resources is essential.
9. Time Management: The ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively to meet deadlines and patient needs.
10. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare teams and other professionals to deliver comprehensive care.
11. Crisis Management: Skills to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively.
12. Cultural Competence: Awareness and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds, which may affect how care is provided.
Qualifications
In addition to skills, having relevant qualifications can enhance your opportunities as a Care Coordinator. Common background fields include nursing, social work, or other health and social care professions. Many positions may also require a degree or a diploma in health or social care.
Experience
Prior experience in healthcare settings, particularly in roles that involved patient interaction, health administration, or case management, is often beneficial.
 


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