Head and Neck Cancer Care Care Coordinator

For questions about this job, contact: Name: Alison Reed Position: Macmillan Head And Neck Clinical Nurse Specialist Email: [email protected] Phone number: 0113 2068616 Job Summary An exciting opportunity to join the head and neck specialist nursing team has become available. We are a small, friendly, and proactive team based in Bexley Wing, St James’s Hospital. We are keyworkers for patients with head and neck cancer and are pivotal in supporting patients at diagnosis, right through to the end of their treatment, whether this is through a curative or palliative pathway. The postholder will work with and support the Head and Neck Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist Team in their delivery of expert advice and psychological support to patients with a head and neck cancer diagnosis. The role will involve being in daily contact with patients and their carers throughout the patient’s cancer diagnosis and treatment; this may be over the phone or face-to-face. We are looking for a highly motivated and diligent colleague who can work both independently and as part of a team, who possesses excellent communication and organisational skills and is passionate about improving patient experience for head and neck cancer patients. Why you should join our Team The post holder will be part of a dedicated team comprising 5 clinical nurse specialists, 6 oncology consultants, 4 ENT surgical consultants, 5 oral and maxillofacial surgical consultants, 3 plastic surgical consultants, and 2 restorative dental consultants and work closely with a team of dieticians and speech and language therapists. Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: • Commitment to delivering high-quality evidence-based care • Commitment to working in a multi-disciplinary team • Commitment to the clinical area, valuing the contribution of all team members, encouraging a positive and creative working environment • Commitment to one's own development and the development of junior staff What you will bring to the role Using your job description, pick out the parts of the role that will appeal most to your department. The post holder will be responsible for triaging calls and emails and signposting accordingly in a timely manner to progress the patient’s care pathway – you will liaise with other colleagues and departments both within the hospital and the community and also work closely with CNS colleagues and our wider multidisciplinary team. A cancer patient’s journey involves many professionals in different treatment departments across the hospital. Patients and carers often need assistance and support to coordinate their care, to help them navigate health services, and to provide a single point of contact for information and advice. The role of cancer care coordinator is designed to help fulfil this need. The post holder will be predominantly office-based with administrative duties, telephone, email and some face-to-face contact with patients. This post is part-time, 30 hours per week; an informal visit to understand more about the team and role is encouraged. About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values We’re committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We’re looking for a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships. We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging, as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond. Sponsorship Eligibility To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.