MDT Coordinator - Head and Neck Cancer in Norwich inNorwich PUBLISHED MON 24 FEB 2025 Jump to job information section

Band 4: £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum PERMANENT NO SPONSORSHIP

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital rxTAqoPl

Job description

The Head & Neck Directorate is based within Outpatients West at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and encompasses ENT and Oral Health.

You will co-ordinate the Multidisciplinary meeting, producing and disseminating the list of patients for discussion and ensuring accurate data collection to support the process.

You will take responsibility for accurate data collection for the full Cancer registration dataset within the body site and submission to the relevant National Clinical Audit.

In collaboration with Clinical Lead for the body site, you will work closely with members of the Cancer team and with other MDT Coordinators and Patient Pathway Coordinators across the Trust in developing policies and procedures that ensure seamless management of Cancer patients in all specialties. To maintain up to date knowledge of all targets and processes relating to Cancer management and to be a point of reference within the department for other members of the MDT.

You will also work closely with Clinicians, Specialist Nurses, Secretaries and all members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) within the Body site and with associated departments, to ensure that patients on a Cancer pathway are actively managed through the patient pathway.

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Arrange the weekly MDT meeting; ensure appropriate venue and equipment available.

Collate, produce and disseminate the MDT list of patients for discussion in collaboration with the Clinical Team to include all appropriate new and historic cases.

To work closely with clinicians, specialist nurses, secretaries and all members of the Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT) and associated departments to ensure that patients on a cancer pathway are actively managed through the patient pathway.

In the absence of the Patient Pathway Coordinator, co-ordinate the patient journey from referral, through diagnostics, treatment planning and treatment, highlighting any potential delays in the pathway and ensuring accurate data collection to support the process.

In response to Government Network / Local strategy initiate change within services in collaboration with the Cancer manager and Clinical lead.

Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 4111 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa. The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

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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.

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