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Patient Pathway Coordinator inManchester Area inManchester Area PUBLISHED SUN 28 APR 2024

Woodrow Mercer Healthcare Follow Woodrow Mercer Healthcare

Woodrow Mercer Healthcare are currently recruiting for a Clinical Patient Pathway Coordinator to support a healthcare provider based in Manchester, on a permanent position.


Job Purpose

  • The Clinical Patient Pathway Co-Ordinator will work within a wider team supporting the various specialties with all aspects of clinical pathway management.
  • Facilitating the smooth running of the patient pathway by ensuring that they are coordinated and streamlined.
  • Ensuring pathways are clinically appropriate and revolve around the patient and their individual needs, proactively monitoring, liaising with consultants and surgical teams.


As this role forms part of a wider team of within elective surgery, there will be an expectation of being able to flex activity with various specialties as well as undertake a wide range of pathway related duties such as coordination and direct liaison with patients and various teams.


Job Responsibilities

  • To navigate patients through their care pathway from point of referral through to treatment in accordance with locally and nationally defined timescales
  • To ensure that clinical processes and procedures are followed in accordance with best practice and national guidelines.
  • To be responsible for educating patients and their families, creating and implementing a care plan that meets the patient’s needs, regularly reviewing the care plan with patients and monitoring their progress, and maintaining patient medical records.
  • To be responsible for communicating and coordinating with other direct care providers
  • To be responsible for overseeing all day-to-day clinical activities at a healthcare facility, evaluating personnel, and preparing daily reports as needed by other departments, and assisting with recruitment, consenting, screening and enrollment of personnel.
  • To pro-actively track appointments/admissions to ensure that patients reach each step of their pathway within locally and nationally defined timescales.
  • To escalate problems with capacity and pathways to colleagues to support/provide a solution
  • To escalate diagnostic and other appointment/admissions booked outside of the appropriate timescale.

Useful skills for a Patient Pathway Coordinator:
To work as a Patient Pathway Coordinator in the UK, you'll need a combination of clinical knowledge, organizational skills, and interpersonal abilities. Here are some key skills and qualifications typically required for this role:
1. Clinical Knowledge: Understanding of medical terminology and healthcare processes to coordinate patient pathways effectively.
2. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to liaise with patients, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders.
3. Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workloads, and ensure that patient care pathways are followed.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: Capability to address and resolve issues that may arise during a patient's care journey.
5. Attention to Detail: Precision in handling patient information, scheduling, and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
6. IT Skills: Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR), data management systems, and general computer skills to track patient pathways and communicate effectively.
7. Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work well within multidisciplinary teams, promoting cooperation among various healthcare providers.
8. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding patient concerns and providing support throughout their healthcare journey.
9. Knowledge of Healthcare Policies: Familiarity with the National Health Service (NHS) and relevant healthcare policies to ensure compliance and best practices.
10. Time Management: Effectively managing time to coordinate appointments, treatments, and follow-ups to optimize patient care.
11. Training and Qualifications: While formal qualifications can vary, degrees in healthcare management, nursing, or a related field may be beneficial. Previous experience in healthcare settings can also be a significant advantage.
 


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