Band 3 Scheduling Officer

Job overview

To support the work of the screening office team by accurate, efficient and timely execution of essential operational activities that support inviting women for breast screening and the scheduling of clinics and appointments, under the direction of the Scheduling Officer Manager.  To liaise closely with other Administration/Data Officers to ensure integration of functions and facilitate providing cover for periods of short-term absence. All Screening Office Administration/Data Officers are expected to develop the knowledge and ability to provide cover for key elements of each other’s’ work. The specific elements to be covered by each Scheduling Officer will be specified by the office manager, who will also arrange appropriate training. To deliver support services that are in line with the Trust and NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) guidelines and targets.

Within the given area of responsibility to use experience and judgment to provide appropriate advice and guidance, referring to the Office Manager/ Service Manager as necessary. Contribute and innovate as a member of the Breast Screening Service team. To lead on investigations into operational processes within the Breast Screening Unit as directed by the Scheduling officer manager. To act as a member of staff in relation to work based audits and process reviews. To provide operational support to the Scheduling Officer manager and Service Manager.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a Scheduling Officer to support the London Breast Screening Programme Administration Hub . The Hub is an innovative initiative providing centralized administration support for the six breast screening services in London.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.