Perioperative Care Co-ordinator

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Surgical, Critical & Planned Division at Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust for a Band 3 Perioperative Care Coordinator. This non-clinical role is crucial in supporting the preoperative assessment teams at both Darent Valley Hospital (DVH) and Queen Mary's Hospital (QMH). As a key member of the Pre-operative Assessment Unit, you will work closely with preoperative assessment nurses and senior clinicians, including consultants in anaesthesia and perioperative medicine, to ensure a seamless and efficient surgical pathway for patients awaiting surgery. You will engage with internal and external stakeholders, facilitate the triaging, optimisation, and delivery of surgical care, and coordinate with the Theatre Scheduling Department to streamline preoperative processes. The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, with experience in a healthcare setting being desirable but not essential. If you are a proactive and dedicated
individual with a passion for patient care, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join us at Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust and make a significant impact on patient care within our dynamic team., As a key member of the Pre-operative Assessment Unit, the Perioperative Care Co-ordinator works closely with pre-operative assessment clinical teams and the Theatre Scheduling Department and the post holder is expected to work at both sites as per service requirements.

The role aims to streamline the delivery of surgical pathways requiring pre-operative assessment and involves engaging with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating the triaging, optimisation, and delivery of surgical care under the supervision of a registered healthcare professional.

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