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Oncology Administrator
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2356033
Job summary
Are you great with people, very organised, and passionate about patient care? Our Oncology Service is looking for a motivated friendly and confident individual with experience of working within a very busy and fast-paced patient facing environment to come and join our team.
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is an Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) and one of the largest Trusts in the country. Our mission is to provide world class healthcare for our patients, through excellence in research, education and training.
We are currently looking to recruit an enthusiastic person to join our Oncology GTD Administration team to provide efficient administrative support to the GTD Service, ensuring the smooth coordination of patient screening, preparation and dispatch of testing kits, and general administration. The post holder will be expected to organise and prioritise their own workload and to work closely with clinical colleagues in order to ensure the continuity of service for our patients at all times.
This is a great opportunity for an excellent administrator to develop and learn within a complex, fast-paced environment. You will have excellent team working, interpersonal and communication skills with the vision and enthusiasm to continually develop both yourself and the service.
This post is a fixed term role for 6 months consisting of 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
Main duties of the job
Patient Screening and Communication
- Conduct screening telephone calls with patients in accordance with service protocols.
- Provide patients with clear information regarding testing processes, appointments, and kit requirements.
- Escalate any clinical concerns or queries to the appropriate healthcare professional.
- Maintain a professional and compassionate approach when communicating with patients.
- Accurately document outcomes of patient calls and update relevant databases and patient records.
Kit Preparation and Dispatch
- Prepare patient testing kits for distribution, ensuring all required documentation and materials are included.
- Arrange timely dispatch of kits to patients.
- Monitor stock levels of kits and associated materials and report shortages.
- Maintain accurate records of kits sent, received, and processed.
- Liaise with courier services and internal departments as required.
Administrative Support
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- Print, prepare, and distribute clinical reports and associated documentation.
- Input and maintain patient information on relevant electronic systems and databases.
- File, scan, and manage documentation in line with information governance requirements.
- Support appointment administration.
- Respond to telephone and email enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Assist with data collection, audits, and service reporting as required.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£31,554 to £33,270 a year pa inclusive
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
290-SCCS-2359
Job locations
Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- A-Levels or equivalent knowledge or experience
Desirable
- Medical terminology
Experience
Essential
- Administrative experience
- Basic IT literacy
Desirable
- Previous experience in an NHS institution
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Clear and effective communication skills
- Team player
Desirable
- Service sector work (preferably hospital)
- Experience with using Cerner and Aria systems
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- A-Levels or equivalent knowledge or experience
Desirable
- Medical terminology
Experience
Essential
- Administrative experience
- Basic IT literacy
Desirable
- Previous experience in an NHS institution
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Clear and effective communication skills
- Team player
Desirable
- Service sector work (preferably hospital)
- Experience with using Cerner and Aria systems
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)