Western Sussex Bowel Cancer Screening Programme currently have an opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to join our busy and evolving team. We are actively seeking a reliable and self-motivated individual with a positive attitude to work as part of the Administration Team.
Ideally the candidate would have an interest in the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme and an understanding that judgements/assessments on pathways may be numerous or multi faceted due to the complex issues regarding our patients and therefore can demonstrate their willingness to learn and develop into the role, together with a passion for continued delivery of high standards, which the programme is renowned for.
The post holder will undergo an induction period covering all aspects of the role. This will Include gaining knowledge of the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme, the National Computerised Open Exeter system (BCSS) and learning how to use and incorporate that information with the Trust’s PAS system (CAREFLOW/BLUESPIER). Essential to this role is the ability to transfer information with accuracy between National Programme and Hospital databases ensuring the smooth delivery of notes and all relevant BCSP information in preparation for pre-assessment clinics and elective admissions.
This position involves a significant amount of verbal contact with the general public, over the telephone. Therefore, the post holder must be confident that they are well versed in screening programme and safe in the knowledge that their decisions cannot be questioned or proved to be incorrect.
The Post Holder will ensure that patients are passed to the waiting list in accordance with government guidelines. Attention to detail is extremely important as all information must be transcribed exactly to the consultant’s or practitioner instructions. Information must be added within a deadline. Highlight and escalate to staff should interpreter service be required prior to SSP appointments.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lorraine Bailey Job title: Programme Manager Email address:
[email protected] Telephone number: 01243 788122
Please ask for Lorraine Bailey on extension 32085 or 33691
