IBD Colon Cancer Surveillance Pathway Navigator, Band 4

Working under the guidance of registered health care professionals, this role is to ensure that our patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) are kept under surveillance and that surveillance investigations are carried out in a timely manner., The pathway Navigator will be expected to co ordinate such investigations and track the progress of patient care through the diagnostic phase, pursuing results and ensuring all results are managed appropriately to avoid potential delay.

Maintain and update relevant databases as required

Liaising with other departments within the trust to ensure investigations, opinions, and treatments are sought in a timely manner.

To help reduce patient cancellations, non-attendance for tests and clinic appointments therefore influencing progress through rapid diagnostic pathway

To undertake a range of administrative duties which facilitate and support co ordination of care pathway steps, including assisting in the arrangement of appointments, tests.

To work collaboratively with the wider MDT in the navigation of pathway steps.

To escalate issues of pathway delay in a timely fashion in accordance with pathway milestones and organisational procedures and guidelines.

To maintain accurate documentation related to patient care and interactions both written and electronic in line and to comply with organisational policies relating to information governance.

To actively engage in service improvement actions across the pathway which maximise patient experience and outcomes.

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region.By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.