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Care CoordinatorinSeafordinSeafordPUBLISHED MON 10 FEB 2025

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Opportunity to improve patient experiences and outcomes within the healthcare system.
Requires collaboration with multiple agencies and multidisciplinary teams, enhancing professional relationships and teamwork skills.
Engagement in meaningful work with marginalized groups, promoting equality and diversity in healthcare.
Autonomy in a dynamic, high-pressure environment fosters personal and professional growth.
The role involves a diverse array of tasks, keeping the work interesting and challenging.
Possibility to influence the quality of medical records, contributing to improved patient care management.
Participation in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings allows for continuous learning and knowledge sharing in clinical practices.
The Care Coordinator role at Seaford Medical Practice focuses on enhancing the patient experience by ensuring that patients are effectively directed to appropriate resources and support in a timely manner. This position entails collaboration with various external agencies and multidisciplinary teams within the practice, necessitating strong communication skills and a solid understanding of medical terminology. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment, have a good grasp of General Practice operations, and show enthusiasm for improving care for marginalized groups.

Key responsibilities include managing patient registers, especially for end-of-life and cancer patients, attending and documenting multidisciplinary team meetings, and coordinating the clinical needs of patients within the practice. The Care Coordinator will also support cancer care initiatives, organize communication with local nursing and care homes, conduct patient searches, and assist with quality framework requirements. Overall, the role is integral to ensuring comprehensive patient care and streamlined operational processes within the medical practice.
Opportunity to improve patient experiences and outcomes within the healthcare system.
Requires collaboration with multiple agencies and multidisciplinary teams, enhancing professional relationships and teamwork skills.
Engagement in meaningful work with marginalized groups, promoting equality and diversity in healthcare.
Autonomy in a dynamic, high-pressure environment fosters personal and professional growth.
The role involves a diverse array of tasks, keeping the work interesting and challenging.
Possibility to influence the quality of medical records, contributing to improved patient care management.
Participation in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings allows for continuous learning and knowledge sharing in clinical practices.

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Useful skills for a Care Coordinator:
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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