
Job overview
Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring patient waiting list information is accurate and up to date.
In this varied administrative role, you will support the validation and maintenance of waiting list data across a range of services, helping to improve patient pathway management and reduce delays. You'll work closely with clinical teams, service managers and booking colleagues to resolve queries, maintain data quality and support efficient patient care.
We're looking for someone who is organised, detail-focused and confident using computer systems. Strong communication skills, the ability to manage competing priorities and a commitment to confidentiality are essential.
Previous administrative experience is desirable. Knowledge of NHS waiting lists, RTT, diagnostics, cancer pathways or patient administration systems would be advantageous, but full training will be provided for the right candidate.
No VISA sponsorship available for this role Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
Main duties of the job
- Play a vital role in supporting safe and effective patient care by joining the Trust as an Admin Support colleague.
- Provide a comprehensive, flexible and efficient administrative service, helping team to maintain accurate waiting list and pathway information.
- Although hosted within the Surgery, Theatres, and Anaesthetic Division, the role supports hospital-wide operational priorities.
- To work with all Divisions and Service managers to ensure that the waiting list data is accurate
- Use appropriate Trust systems to capture, update and validate information, monitor reports, complete assigned tasks within agreed timescales and support the timely escalation of any data quality or pathway issues.
- Working both independently and as part of a wider team, you will follow established processes while using your initiative to respond to daily demands.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you. For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application. Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Working to strict timetables.
Desirable
- Knowledge of RTT and Diagnostic rules
- Knowledge of Trust systems
Qualifications
Essential
- English, Math qualifications
- Proficient in the use of internet, Microsoft Office systems specifically excel and outlook
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This advert is for Admin Support with Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust in Southend. It is listed as a Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £25760.00. The contract type is 12 months (Fixed Term). The application deadline is 31 Aug 2026.
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