Job summary

An opportunity has arisen to join the General Surgery team as a Support Secretary to provide comprehensive administrative support to the General Surgery service, ensuring the efficient day-to-day running of the department. The post holder will support the management of outpatient and procedure booking processes, maintain high standards of data quality across Trust systems, respond to patient, clinician and staff queries, and undertake a range of administrative tasks to support effective service delivery. The post holder will work closely with clinical, operational and administrative teams to ensure patient pathways are managed efficiently, appointment capacity is optimised, and departmental performance standards are maintained.

Please be advised that sponsorship is not eligible for this post.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Secondment will be considered for internal candidates - If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.

Main duties of the job

• Manage the booking, rebooking and cancellation of outpatient appointments and procedures.
• Monitor clinic utilisation and support effective use of appointment capacity.
• Act as a first point of contact for patient, clinician and staff enquiries.
• Process referrals and ensure patients are scheduled appropriately on Trust systems.
• Undertake data quality validation exercises and correct inaccuracies and ensuring patient records, referrals, clinic outcomes and waiting list information are complete, accurate and up to date.
• Monitor and maintain departmental worklists.
• Support validation and tracking of patient pathways including RTT compliance.
• Coordinate special arrangements for patients including interpreters and transport.
• Undertake filing, scanning, photocopying and electronic document management.
• Produce routine reports and performance information.
• Provide administrative support to consultants, nursing and management teams.
• Provide cross-cover across the General Surgery administration team.
• Support the completion of PTL and waiting list actions as directed by operational managers and medical secretaries.
• Support management of cancelled clinics, appointment recovery activity and utilisation of available clinic capacity
• Assist with backlog reduction and service improvement initiatives within the General Surgery service
• Support implementation of operational action plans and service developments as required

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum pro rota

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-AC-B3-8316590

Job locations

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Support Secretary provides a comprehensive administrative and secretarial service, supporting consultants and clinical teams to deliver high-quality patient care. The role involves managing appointments, handling patient and clinician enquiries, maintaining accurate patient records, processing correspondence, and ensuring administrative processes are completed efficiently and within required timescales. The post holder will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, provide excellent customer service, and contribute to the effective delivery of outpatient and clinical services while demonstrating UHCW values and behaviours.

For further details please see the attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities The Support Secretary provides a comprehensive administrative and secretarial service, supporting consultants and clinical teams to deliver high-quality patient care. The role involves managing appointments, handling patient and clinician enquiries, maintaining accurate patient records, processing correspondence, and ensuring administrative processes are completed efficiently and within required timescales. The post holder will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, provide excellent customer service, and contribute to the effective delivery of outpatient and clinical services while demonstrating UHCW values and behaviours. For further details please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oECDL or Equivalent experience oNVQ3 in Administration or equivalent oKey skills level 2 in literacy or equivalent

Desirable

• oKnowledge of patient administration systems

Experience

Essential

• oExperience working in an administrative role within a busy office environment. oExperience managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines. oExperience dealing with customer, patient or stakeholder enquiries.

Desirable

• oNHS administrative experience

Knowledge

Essential

• oGood understanding of office administration procedures. oGood working knowledge of Outlook, Word and Excel. oUnderstanding of the importance of data quality and confidentiality.

Desirable

• oAwareness of RTT standards and patient pathway management. oAwareness of NHS waiting list processes. oAwareness of NHS performance targets and access standards.

Skills

Essential

• oExcellent organisational and prioritisation skills. oExcellent attention to detail and accuracy. oAbility to investigate and resolve routine data quality issues. oAbility to communicate effectively with patients, clinicians and colleagues. oAbility to manage appointment bookings accurately and efficiently. oAbility to analyse information and take appropriate action. oAbility to work independently and use initiative. oAbility to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oECDL or Equivalent experience oNVQ3 in Administration or equivalent oKey skills level 2 in literacy or equivalent Desirable oKnowledge of patient administration systems Experience Essential oExperience working in an administrative role within a busy office environment. oExperience managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines. oExperience dealing with customer, patient or stakeholder enquiries. Desirable oNHS administrative experience Knowledge Essential oGood understanding of office administration procedures. oGood working knowledge of Outlook, Word and Excel. oUnderstanding of the importance of data quality and confidentiality. Desirable oAwareness of RTT standards and patient pathway management. oAwareness of NHS waiting list processes. oAwareness of NHS performance targets and access standards. Skills Essential oExcellent organisational and prioritisation skills. oExcellent attention to detail and accuracy. oAbility to investigate and resolve routine data quality issues. oAbility to communicate effectively with patients, clinicians and colleagues. oAbility to manage appointment bookings accurately and efficiently. oAbility to analyse information and take appropriate action. oAbility to work independently and use initiative. oAbility to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy. Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

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.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The Arrhythmia Nurse Specialist will act as the clinical expert and professional resource to the multi-professional team, patients and carers within their specialist service. The post holder will have a responsibility to develop this specialist area of practice. This will include the management of a caseload of patients, as appropriate supported by the Band 7 Arrhythmia nurse and clinicians. The post holder will have an important role with patients, their families and other clinicians in raising awareness of cardiac arrhythmias, the possible diagnostic and treatment options. His or her own working practice should be developed to a level whereby the nurse specialist can directly or indirectly influence all aspects of care and management of patients Cardiac Arrhythmias within the acute setting. They will alongside the Band 7 and arrhythmia Consultant's to deliver a five day service to patients referred into the service.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• Co-ordinate the care of patients referred to Arrhythmia service throughout the care pathway with the multidisciplinary team and clinical services to ensure the effective management of this group of patients.
• Accountable for own actions in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct.
• Will contribute to corporate objectives, acting within local, Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times.
• Highly developed communication skills enabling maintenance of a high quality service within a complex and challenging environment with often, conflicting priorities.
• Assist the clinical and nursing teams, at all levels in the assessment and prioritisation of Cardiac arrhythmia patients.
• Work collaboratively with the Band 7 arrhythmia nurse and Medical team to manage patients presenting to the Service with undifferentiated diagnosis to ensure that optimum physical and psychological care needs are met.
• Initiate where appropriate with the support of the team relevant investigations as per the Arrhythmia NISE Guidelines to enable timely diagnosis and facilitate early decision making, within scope of practice.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-NM-B6-8198651-A

Job locations

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Review where appropriate with the support of the team medication, appropriate to patient needs in the context of acute illness, taking into account any treatment given previously for pre-existing medical conditions, providing information and advice to patients on prescribed medication regimens, side-effects and interactions, and work collaboratively with prescribers to ensure management of this sub-group of patients.
• Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting to the Service.
• Seek expert help from the wider MDT to ensure patient safety is maintained.
• Document clearly all aspects of assessment, diagnosis and management plan and refer to the MDT as required.
• Use the SBAR tool to communicate clinical concerns to the senior medical staff in the event that a patient is found to be critically unwell or deteriorating clinically.
• Communicate complex information effectively to patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating.
• Ensure that all patients have a holistic needs assessment completed throughout the pathway.
• Maintain effective communication with the multidisciplinary team both within respiratory and with other departments.
• Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues.
• Ensure awareness of sources of support and guidance (eg PALS) and provide information in an acceptable format to all patients, recognising any difficulties and referring where appropriate.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities Review where appropriate with the support of the team medication, appropriate to patient needs in the context of acute illness, taking into account any treatment given previously for pre-existing medical conditions, providing information and advice to patients on prescribed medication regimens, side-effects and interactions, and work collaboratively with prescribers to ensure management of this sub-group of patients. Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting to the Service. Seek expert help from the wider MDT to ensure patient safety is maintained. Document clearly all aspects of assessment, diagnosis and management plan and refer to the MDT as required. Use the SBAR tool to communicate clinical concerns to the senior medical staff in the event that a patient is found to be critically unwell or deteriorating clinically. Communicate complex information effectively to patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating. Ensure that all patients have a holistic needs assessment completed throughout the pathway. Maintain effective communication with the multidisciplinary team both within respiratory and with other departments. Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues. Ensure awareness of sources of support and guidance (eg PALS) and provide information in an acceptable format to all patients, recognising any difficulties and referring where appropriate. For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oCurrent Professional Registration oEvidence of continuous professional development oTeaching and assessing qualification oStudy at level 6 (degree / diploma)

Desirable

• oDegree in relevant subject or professional experience demonstrating equivalent clinical development. oHealth Assessment Qualification or willingness to undertake

Experience

Essential

• oRich experience in Cardiology oPotential to build on cardiology knowledge/skills

Desirable

• oUnderstanding of Nurse-led clinics and autonomous working environment

Knowledge

Essential

• oA sound knowledge of professional policies and procedures oGood level of understanding of ECG and interpretation skills

Desirable

• oKnowledge of clinical governance & a commitment to clinical supervision and staff development

Skills

Essential

• oIT skills oExcellent communication skills oAble to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively. oGood management of own and others time oAble to use initiative and make decisions. oAnalyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solution.

Desirable

• oDigital dictation skills

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oCurrent Professional Registration oEvidence of continuous professional development oTeaching and assessing qualification oStudy at level 6 (degree / diploma) Desirable oDegree in relevant subject or professional experience demonstrating equivalent clinical development. oHealth Assessment Qualification or willingness to undertake Experience Essential oRich experience in Cardiology oPotential to build on cardiology knowledge/skills Desirable oUnderstanding of Nurse-led clinics and autonomous working environment Knowledge Essential oA sound knowledge of professional policies and procedures oGood level of understanding of ECG and interpretation skills Desirable oKnowledge of clinical governance & a commitment to clinical supervision and staff development Skills Essential oIT skills oExcellent communication skills oAble to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively. oGood management of own and others time oAble to use initiative and make decisions. oAnalyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solution. Desirable oDigital dictation skills Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

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

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Chief Medical Officer

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust has a clear vision to be a 'national and international leader in healthcare, rooted in our communities'. As one of the UK's largest teaching Trusts responsible for managing two major hospitals in Coventry and Rugby, we serve a population of over a million people. We aim to be exceptional in everything we do, and this is an outstanding opportunity to join an organisation committed to improvement and innovation.

Our values-driven organisational development programme, and our long established partnership with Virginia Mason Institute; focussing on improving services via lean methodology, are key to us achieving our vision of becoming a national and international leader in healthcare.

We are seeking an inspirational leader to join our executive team as we continue on this journey; leading from the front, shaping strategy and initiating change, you will play a critical role in helping us to be 'More than a Hospital'. In return we can offer a unique opportunity to be part of an experienced Executive Leadership Team within an innovative organisation.

Main duties of the job

You will contribute across the full breadth of the corporate agenda and have responsibility for the professional leadership and education of the Trust's medical workforce ensuring that Trust policy, procedures and practices align with GMC guidance on 'Duties of a Doctor', 'Maintaining Good Medical Practice' and 'Maintaining High Professional Standards'

Acting as the Trust's Caldicott Guardian and Responsible Officer, you will ensure that the required standards of confidentiality and information sharing are adhered to and Trust values are embedded in all aspects of medical and dental clinical and professional practice.

You will provide credible and visible leadership in managing a wide portfolio of Medical Education, Research & Development, Quality and Innovation being responsible for ensuring all relevant legal and statutory obligations are met.

A driven and influential leader, you will have a proven track record of successful medical leadership in a large complex organisation and demonstrate excellent communication and influencing skills. You will be experienced at Consultant and Deputy Chief Officer level, hold current GMC/GDC registration and inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register.

The post is offered on a full-time basis and can include some clinical time by agreement with the Chief Executive Officer.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create anenvironment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated experienced Medical Secretaries to join the Department of Neurosciences (Neurosurgery) Hospital and the University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust.

The successful candidates will work closely with Consultants and clinical teams to provide a safe and effective management of referrals, clinical correspondence, outpatient clinics and all associated medical secretarial duties and acting as a first point of contact for consultants and colleagues alike.

Ideally the candidate should have strong secretarial skills and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook,Diary Management with good organisational skills and have excellent typing skills.

Please be advised that sponsorship is not eligible for this post.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Main duties of the job

• To provide a specialised, comprehensive and confidential patient centred clinical administration and secretarial service to Consultants and their teams in accordance with Departmental, Trust and National standards, policies and procedures.
• To implement and maintain an efficient office management system/procedures to enable the consultant and his/her team to optimise their patient care services. This will require: effective management of the consultant's time, managing schedules and leave arrangements ensuring appropriate and timely communications with all relevant personnel; arranging meetings/events; composing and transcribing minutes proactively ensuring action points are raised and completed, preparation of correspondence and reports; effective management of the consultant's office by establishing and maintaining efficient manual and electronic correspondence and documentation management systems; ensuring office equipment and stationery levels are maintained, processing orders as required.
• To continually contribute to patient and business improvement Agendas. This will require: undertaking any project work as directed, including obtaining information from the Internet, collation and reporting of data in order to produce reports and spreadsheets, utilising relevant Trust IT systems, as determined by the role, ensuring all relevant patient data is collected and input accurately in line with Trust guidelines.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and proactive individual with a passion for using data to identify and make improvements and great interpersonal skills to apply for a 12 month fixed term/secondment for the position of Clinical Quality and Improvement Officer for the Medicine Group at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust.

The post-holder will work closely with clinical colleagues within the Medicine group. They will support with facilitation of multiple quality aspects with the clinical teams including clinical audits, guidelines, incidents, risks, complaints and mortality reviews. They will also support with data analysis and data quality, create reports, and present data to speciality committees.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.

Secondment will be considered for internal candidates - If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will work closely an in collaboration with clinical, operational, and administrative colleagues within the Medicine group to support the delivery of key performance indicators and provide high quality service and administrative support including information, analysis and report writing.

They will also act as a central point of contact for Quality and Governance within the Medicine group, resolving queries and ensuring reported KPI's are met. To identify issues and root causes in collaboration with the specialities to develop new standard practices.

Key aspects:

1. To ensure an effective internal governance framework and communication system within the group
2. To ensure standards for clinical data and quality metrics within the group are met.
3. To provide support for specialities and governance leads to drive the quality agenda and ensure improvement in performance across all of the Trust's quality metrics.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job summary

An extremely exciting opportunity has arisen for Administrative Coordinatorbased at Willenhall primary care centre . The trust along with Coventry City Council and Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust have designed and developed 3 Local Integrated Teams (LITs) across the city of Coventry which are supported by mutli-professional teams offering a holistic and integrated approach to urgent community needs for the residents of Coventry.

Local integrated care is one of the Trust's fundamental purposes, as set out in our refreshed strategy for 2022-2030; 'More than a hospital'. The Trust has an ambition to deliver improvements in the health and wellbeing of our local populations through collaboration with partners across the health and social care system.

The Administrative Coordinator will work autonomously within the LIT demonstrating effective time management, organising a varied caseload whilst supporting the LITs with the booking of appointments and supporting in MDT's.

Please be advised sponsorship is not eligible for this post.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Main duties of the job

• Provide an administrative service across all services in the building including word-processing, drafting, producing and proof reading for example meeting notes, reports, letters and business documents from either audio, digital dictation or copy sources.
• Be responsible for booking all appointments for the clinicians.
• Attend MDT's and update trackers.
• Undertake general office duties as required including filing, photocopying, collating, and distributing information, receipt, and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail.
• Operate and maintain a robust, accurate and secure filing system that is easily accessible by all staff.
• Maintain spread sheets and databases including the production of regular information reports.
• Be responsible for organising and servicing meetings / events as required, including room bookings, taking accurate notes, transcription, and circulation as appropriate.
• Use own initiative to meet tight deadlines.
• Provide flexible administrative and clerical cover as required. This might occasionally involve working at another base in the local area during cross cover arrangements.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job summary

This exciting opportunity has arisen for an emerging leader to fulfil the role of Paediatric Ambulatory Care Unit Manager leading our ambulatory care services across UHCW & Rugby St Cross.

As the manager for our paediatric ambulatory care services, you will lead a skilled nursing team, work closely with the matron, lead nurse and be part of a large specialist multidisciplinary team.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be a high profile, accessible and responsive leader, responsible for developing and facilitating Ambulatory Care within the Women and Childrens group. The ambulatory care service will proactively encourage early discharge from the in-patient areas,promote admission avoidance and support a more efficient and family friendly patient pathway.

The post holder will actively manage the Ambulatory Care Service that encompasses the Children's Outpatient Department at UHCW NHS Trust and Rugby St Cross hospital OPD. In addition, the Ambulatory Unit Manager will lead and manage the Paediatric medical and surgical day unit provision.

The post holder will also be required to be included on the Paediatric Senior Nurse On-Call rota which supports the nursing team in the evening and at weekends.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellencedesignated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job summary

To provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill and children and young people from across Coventry & Warwickshire.

The post holder will work as an experienced clinical practitioner and provide effective leadership and supervision to the nursing team, ensuring safe, effective and child- and family-centred care. They will act as a role model for junior staff and support the Band 7/ward leadership team in maintaining high standards of clinical practice, patient safety and service delivery.

The post holder will demonstrate an ability to recognise and respond promptly to the deteriorating child, prioritise workload, coordinate the clinical area and escalate concerns appropriately.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

A shift/team leader, providing clinical leadership and management support, developing and evaluating best practice within the department. The post-holder will deputise for the department manager as required.

Ward 16 comprises of 24 beds caring for children and young people predominantly between the ages of 2-12 with a wide range of medical and surgical conditions.

Ward 16 is also provides shared care with BCH for local families with an Oncology diagnosis as such there will be a requirement to complete training to care for these young people.

The successful applicant will after training be expected to hold the Paediatric bleep supporting the unit, attending medical emergencies as well as supporting with Bed Management responsibilities.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity to grow our Acute and Stroke Inpatient Speech and Language Therapy team here at University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire on a permanent basis. Post holders will have relevant post-graduate experience or be newly qualified.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative team player who can be flexible in meeting the demands of a busy acute hospital.

University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire is a friendly, supportive and innovative place to work. You will be working across both UHCW and Rugby St Cross Hospital. Our service provides input across multiple wards including hyper acute stroke care, respiratory, neurology, care of the elderly, emergency wards and oncology.

The successful candidate will be expected to work with adults with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties across stroke and acute wards, providing assessment, diagnosis and intervention approaches.

If you would like more information in relation to this role, please contact the department.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

With appropriate training and ongoing support, the main duties of the job include:

• Provide a service to the hyper acute and acute stroke wards at UHCW for patients who have communication and swallowing difficulties taking responsibility for a designated case load within agreed clinical parameters.
• There will also be a requirement to occasionally attend Rugby St Cross hospital to support with SLT provision.
• Participate in training to acquire the skills required for the post, which may include dysphagia training, to maintain and enhance clinical competencies.
• Plan and prioritise own caseload with support from senior clinicians.
• Manage a caseload of patients with varying diagnosis and complex needs, using evidence-based client centred principles.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job summary

The Lead Nurse for Clinical Site Management provides visible, credible and compassionate leadership for the Clinical Site Management and Hospital at Night services. The post holder is responsible for the professional and operational leadership of the site management function, ensuring the safe, effective and efficient management of hospital operations on a 24-hour basis. This includes oversight of patient flow, capacity management, discharge coordination, staffing escalation, operational pressures and site safety.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• Leading the operational management of patient flow, capacity and bed utilisation across the organisation, ensuring timely admissions, transfers and discharges while maintaining patient safety and experience.
• Supporting the delivery of urgent and emergency care performance standards through effective site coordination, escalation management and proactive operational planning.
• Providing expert nursing and operational advice during periods of increased demand, operational pressure, major incidents and business continuity events. [
• Leading workforce management processes including recruitment, appraisal, performance management, workforce planning, succession planning and professional development for Clinical Site Management and Hospital at Night staff.
• Promoting and delivering high standards of patient safety, quality assurance, risk management and clinical governance, ensuring lessons learned are embedded into practice.
• Working in partnership with senior clinical and operational leaders to deliver organisational objectives, improve patient outcomes and support hospital operational resilience.
• Acting as a professional role model and ambassador for nursing, upholding the standards of the NMC Code and promoting the Trust's values in all aspects of leadership and decision-making.
• Deputising for the Associate Director of Operations as required, representing the service at corporate meetings, operational forums and multidisciplinary groups.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create anenvironment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for motivated Doctors with an interest in Emergency Medicine to develop their knowledge and skills in an innovative and busy trauma centre. We have upcoming vacancy on our SHO and Junior Clinical fellow rota and are looking to recruit suitably qualified and experienced Doctors at ST1/2 level. The posts are suitable for Doctors who have completed Foundation Training [or the equivalent] to join the SHO rota, and at least be post F2, and with some additional Emergency Medicine experience.

The post will include regular teaching and with the opportunity to get involved in audit/research. The department is well supported with middle grades and consultants who work a 24/7 rota. UHCW is a major trauma centre and the Junior doctors have allocated resus shifts in order for them to get involved with acutely unwell patients and trauma. All Doctors are allocated an Education Supervisor on starting a post to support of their educational needs.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date

Main duties of the job

The post involves working a full shift rota, including nights and weekends

• To ensure a safe and high standard of care of all patients in the Emergency Department & to work within the guidelines and practices of the Department. This includes liaison with colleagues in ED and other departments.
• To assist with the training and supervision of medical students and other allied health professionals in the Emergency Department.
• Attend the organised teaching sessions and participate in departmental audit projects.
• To participate in regular appraisal and mentoring sessions with the designated educational supervisor.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

There has never been a better time to join our team.

Job summary

The neurosurgery department is an established department with a team of nine Consultants with subspecialties in Neuro-Oncology, Vascular, Pituitary, Skull base and Spine. The department provides Neurosurgical services to the adult population of Coventry, Warwickshire and North Worcestershire. UHCW is a designated major trauma centre for Coventry, Warwickshire and Northampton, a designated cancer centre and hyper acute Stroke unit.

Main duties of the job

As part of our commitment to patients and delivery of a world class service for all we have created the UHCW Improvement (UHCWi) System in partnership with the Virginia Mason Institute in Seattle; this involves a structured approach to removing waste and putting the patient first using a lean management system and methodologies. Our culture and ways of working reflect and embed the practices and methodologies of UHCWi. You are expected, where identified, to attend and complete relevant training and development opportunities to support this. This may include Lean for Leaders, Advanced Lean Training, and the Human Factors Programme, amongst others.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.