Job summary

An opportunity has arisen, for a Cancer Information Assistant to support the delivery of key Cancer Waiting Time Standards including the newly introduced Day 28 Faster Diagnosis Target.

The role will involve supporting the Cancer Team and associated Multi Disciplinary Team to ensure that key milestones in the patient pathway are captured and recorded in a timely manner.

This will ensure that patients can be seen and managed in an efficient, thorough and appropriate way without delay. In addition the post holder will be responsible for ensuring robust data completeness for the tumour group they are responsible for to enable effective reporting against performance of key standards.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

An understanding of the Cancer Waiting Times Standards and NHS systems and processes is ideal, together with IT skills, and the ability to prioritise and manage own workload.

The work is full of challenges as well as being exciting and rewarding.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical / Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties / responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.

You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website

Person Specification

Person Specification

Essential

• Good standard of general education (including GCSE English or equivalent).
• Knowledge of Administrative or Clerical systems and processes.
• Use of IT
• Evidence of clear communication skills written and verbal, with the ability to use tact and diplomacy at all times.
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to work following instruction and procedures
• Ability to work as part of a team and be a supportive team member
• General computer skills
• Clear understanding of confidentiality and discretion

Desirable

• ECDL or recognised typing qualification or relevant experience / NVQ 2 in Administration
• Previous administrative / clerical experience within healthcare / office setting
• Competent in all aspects of office administration.
• To have understanding of the Cancer Standards

Last updated : 2024-05-27