Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Patient Administrator

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs


North East England
Permanent
Admin and Clerical
GBP 34,186 - 37,389 per year

Posted 17 day(s) ago

Reference: 2342478


Job summary

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital is looking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Patient Administrator to effectively help manage the administration service at CWH

The Imaging Service and department exists to provide support to the clinicians in charge of the medical care and treatment of patients attending the Trust. It aims to do this speedily and to provide interpretation and advice on results. The department supports the teaching functions of the Trust and its commitment to the research and development of new modalities. The Imaging department work within a high quality management system and have recently been awarded UKAS QSI Accreditation.

This position is to work closely with the Imaging Administration Manager to ensure the smooth operation of the department, maintaining high standards of patient care, and supporting administrative staff. The administrator will work closely with Superintendents, Radiographers, and patients, utilising excellent time management, organisational, and communication skills. They will deputise for the Imaging Manager, where and when required and will carry out appraisals for more junior members of staff.

Main duties of the job

The responsibilities will include training and supervision of junior staff, to ensure that work objectives are being met on a day-to-day basis. They will be regarded as a key member of the imaging team. The role involves managing patient data, booking appointments and managing the diary to support modalities, handling inquiries including transport assistance, and ensuring that the clinical diary (Soliton) and records are up-to-date.

By efficiently coordinating various administrative tasks, the senior administrator plays a critical role in enhancing the patient experience and contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the Imaging department. Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust believes that our people will get out what they put in, and that requires our active support to develop our people, so we make it a top priority that our staff always feel valued and part of something bigger.

About us

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

If you haven't heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Details
Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£34,186 to £37,389 a year per annum inc. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

289-CS-464-A

Job locations

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

Chelsea

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom


Job description
Job responsibilities

Demonstrate strong leadership skills

Ensure patients receive a high standard of care

Lead on training for junior staff

Keep the clinical diary on the Soliton system updated with correct patient information.

Good communication and interpersonal skills; may need to communicate sensitive or complex information to all types of patient

Partake in PDRs for other staff and ensure core training is up to date

Handle emails and communications with various departments efficiently and timely

Book and ensure the smooth running of clinics while liaising with appropriate consultants and specialty coordinators

Manage patient inquiries, schedule appointments, and facilitate the flow of information between departments.

Distribute administrative workload productively among colleagues

Job description
Job responsibilities

Demonstrate strong leadership skills

Ensure patients receive a high standard of care

Lead on training for junior staff

Keep the clinical diary on the Soliton system updated with correct patient information.

Good communication and interpersonal skills; may need to communicate sensitive or complex information to all types of patient

Partake in PDRs for other staff and ensure core training is up to date

Handle emails and communications with various departments efficiently and timely

Book and ensure the smooth running of clinics while liaising with appropriate consultants and specialty coordinators

Manage patient inquiries, schedule appointments, and facilitate the flow of information between departments.

Distribute administrative workload productively among colleagues

Person Specification
essential
Essential
  • Responsive to patients and staff
  • Unfailingly kind
  • Vocational Level 3 or equivalent experience. Good general education, including numeracy and literacy skills
  • Previous experience in an administrative role
  • Proven experience in dealing with complex telephone calls and handling patient inquiries
  • Demonstrable experience of working in an administrative role within a busy environment
  • Proven acumen for approaching all situations with an open mind and 'can-do' attitude
  • Previous supervision responsibilities
  • Ability to manage a team
  • Organisational skills
  • Able to work under own initiative and good decision making skills
Desirable
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • NHS Experience in Admin
  • Proven ability to deputise for more senior members of the Imaging team
  • Effective communicator with a good telephone manner
  • Able to apply use of IT to principles of patient confidentiality
Person Specification
essential
Essential
  • Responsive to patients and staff
  • Unfailingly kind
  • Vocational Level 3 or equivalent experience. Good general education, including numeracy and literacy skills
  • Previous experience in an administrative role
  • Proven experience in dealing with complex telephone calls and handling patient inquiries
  • Demonstrable experience of working in an administrative role within a busy environment
  • Proven acumen for approaching all situations with an open mind and 'can-do' attitude
  • Previous supervision responsibilities
  • Ability to manage a team
  • Organisational skills
  • Able to work under own initiative and good decision making skills
Desirable
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • NHS Experience in Admin
  • Proven ability to deputise for more senior members of the Imaging team
  • Effective communicator with a good telephone manner
  • Able to apply use of IT to principles of patient confidentiality
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

Chelsea

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details
Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

Chelsea

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)