MDT Patient Tracker

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University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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3

Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

Job Description:

As an organisation, we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.

Click on this link to find out about our values: https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/p/about-us/our-trust-values

This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to join the Dermatology Department at UHBW. The successful candidate will work alongside the Fast Track Team and Cancer MDT Coordinators, playing a key role in tracking patients with suspected cancer from the point of referral to ensure they are seen in a timely manner.

The role requires strong communication skills, as it involves regular interaction with various departments across the Trust. You will also provide essential support to both the Fast Track Team and Cancer MDT Coordinators.

This position is well-suited to candidates who can manage conflicting demands and respond to incoming queries positively and professionally. The ability to stay organised and maintain focus in a fast-paced environment is essential.

The post holder will be expected to split their week working both in the office and from home.

Previous applicants need not apply.

• Responsible for ensuring patients on a 62 days pathway (62-day standard, screening, and upgrade) reach the Faster Diagnosis Standard by day 28.
• To act as a point of contact (by phone and in person) in communications with patients, relatives, GPs, and other external hospital staff/tertiary referrers.
• To provide support to the Fast Track Office managing all 2WW Referrals.
• Record accurate data on the Cancer Database (Somerset Cancer Registry).
• To liaise with relevant outpatient departments to ensure that patients\’ first outpatient appointments or straight-to-test appointments are booked within the 2WW target.
• Manage areas of the Cancer Patient Tracking Lists (PTL), ensuring all parts of pathways of care are delivered in a timely manner, such as arranging diagnostic or treatment procedures to be expedited when booked outside of treatment dates.
• Ensure capacity issues are escalated to the Deputy Performance & Operations Manager, Cancer Services via weekly PTL checks. Immediate escalation is required where necessary.
• Support Cancer MDT Coordinators by ensuring smooth administration of patients along their care pathway and provide administrative assistance during periods of annual leave.
• Assist with the smooth running of the Cancer Services team by working collaboratively, providing cross-cover, and offering assistance to other team members as needed.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with over 13,000 staff and more than 100 clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 people in South West England. UHBW has been rated \’Good\’ by the CQC and is committed to delivering excellent care, advancing research, and fostering innovation. Our hospitals are located in Bristol and Weston, offering the best of city life and seaside living, with easy access to the South West\’s attractions. UHBW is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the local community, designing services to meet individual patient needs. Anonymous information from applications will be used to support this commitment.

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