Job requirements
Essential
7 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- To be considered for this position, you will have the following skills and experience:
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and empathetically to patients, even in challenging situations.
- To be considered for this position, you will have the following skills and experience:
Strong organisational and administrative abilities, with keen attention to detail.
- To be considered for this position, you will have the following skills and experience:
Proven experience in a patient-facing role, ideally within a healthcare setting.
- To be considered for this position, you will have the following skills and experience:
A clear understanding and commitment to patient confidentiality, data protection (UK GDPR).
- To be considered for this position, you will have the following skills and experience:
Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritise tasks, and manage a high volume of patient interactions.
- To be considered for this position, you will have the following skills and experience:
Ability to follow established protocols and procedures meticulously.
- To be considered for this position, you will have the following skills and experience:
A compassionate and patient-centred approach to care.
Desirable
1 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- To be considered for this position, you will have the following skills and experience:
Experience in using clinical systems (e.g. EMIS, Anima, e-RS) and online consultation platforms.
Job summary
Are you a compassionate and organised individual with excellent communication skills? Join Botesdale Health Centre as a care navigator and become a vital part of our dedicated team, ensuring our patients receive the right care, at the right time. This position is offered on a part-time basis for 17 hours per week, working the following days:
Wednesday 8:30 to 18:00 (1 hr lunch break)
Friday 8:30 to 18:00 (1 hr lunch break)
At Botesdale Health Centre, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality medical care in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner. As a care navigator, you will be at the forefront of our patient services, working across various touchpoints to guide and support our patients through their healthcare journey.
Main duties of the job
Patient Engagement: Serve as the first point of contact for patients, dealing with enquiries both on the phone and at the reception desk, providing a high-quality and responsive customer care service.
Referral Management: Process all referrals sent from GPs, efficiently utilising the NHS e-Referral Service (e-RS). This includes submitting urgent referrals, such as two-week-wait (2WW) referrals, recording e-RS references in clinical records, and tracking their progress to ensure timely patient care.
Triage Hub Operations: Play a crucial role within our Triage Hub, reviewing online consultation submissions, assessing urgency (categorising as emergency, urgent, routine, self-care/advice, or signpost), and identifying any red-flag keywords or safeguarding indicators.
Patient Communication & Coordination: Contact patients to explain triage outcomes and confirm care plans. Coordinate with the team in the triage hub to book appointments based on urgency, modality, & clinician, ensuring patient agreement and providing clear next steps and safety-netting advice.
Information Governance & Confidentiality: Adhere strictly to patient confidentiality at all times, only accessing patient data necessary for your role using your own login, & never discussing patient information in public areas. Report any suspected unauthorised access or confidentiality breaches immediately.
Safety & Escalation: Identify potentially serious problems & escalate concerns to the appropriate clinician without delay.
About us
At Botesdale Health Centre, you will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team dedicated to making a real difference in our community. We offer a rewarding role where your skills will be highly valued, contributing directly to positive patient outcomes.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds in line with the Equality Act 2010.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including DBS clearance.
Details
- Date posted: 20 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £13.45 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: 30067
- Job locations: Botesdale, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 1DW, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
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This advert is for Care Navigator with Primary Care Careers in Diss, England. It is listed as a Care navigator role. The advertised salary is £13.45. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 22 Oct 2026.
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