Waiting List Officer
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford
Waiting List Officer
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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 14 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 80641170af9f4b13aa8b6fd1480fc295
Full Job Description
The post holder is one of a team responsible for effectively managing the smooth coordination of the Inpatient waiting list service for Ophthalmology and ensuring that elective targets in relation to the inpatient waiting times, pre-operative and post-operative are met in both a consistent and timely manner.
The post holder will be responsible for the validation of the Trusts' patient tracking list (PTL) and will inform the Clinical Teams and Waiting List Team Leader of any capacity issues identifying patients that cannot be treated within the Cancer Access and 18 week Referral to treatment (RTT) targets., + Ensure accurate and comprehensive registration of patient records and clinical details for pre-assessment appointments and elective admissions are added onto EPR in a timely manner, according to the Trusts' Elective Access Policy and Data Quality.
+ The post holder will ensure that all patients are added to the Inpatient Waiting List within 24 hours from any 'decision to treat'.
+ Consistent management of Consultant theatre schedules ensuring theatre lists are booked in line with the Trust Elective Access Policy.
+ Ensure that the appropriate action is taken following both patient and hospital cancellations, such that the utilisation of elective theatre capacity is maximised.
+ Ensure that the patients' 18 week RTT pathway is correct on EPR before undertaking any changes.
+ To ensure that the 'Admitted' RTT Validation patient list is fully validated each month.
We are looking for a proactive and motivated individual to join our Ophthalmology Directorate, thriving in a challenging and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have experience working in the NHS and a solid understanding of the 18-week Pathway. Strong organisational skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to perform well under pressure as a key team player are essential.
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