Job overview
We are seeking a dedicated Perioperative Care Co-ordinator to join our multidisciplinary perioperative team, supporting patients through early assessment, risk evaluation, and health optimisation prior to surgery..
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will work closely with specialty administration teams, anaesthetists, and pre-operative nurses to streamline and accelerate patients’ pre-operative pathways.
You will coordinate care pathways, liaise with surgical and perioperative teams, and ensure patients receive tailored support—including referrals to specialist services—to optimise their fitness for surgery. Your role will be key in managing higher-risk patients in line with best practice guidelines and improving overall surgical outcomes through effective, patient-centered coordination.
Join us to make a meaningful impact by enhancing communication and collaboration across departments and utilising innovative digital tools
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
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
Experience
Essential
- Good NHS administrative NHS Experience
- Relevant experience with coordination assessment clinics, appointments, and the elective patient pathway
Desirable
- iClip / Cerner EPR experience
Qualifications
Essential
- At least 3 GCSEs at Grade ‘C’ and above or equivalent
Desirable
- Customer Care course (or equivalent experience)
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Outlook)
- Good typing skills
- Theatre admissions process and waiting list management as well as 18 Weeks RTT pathway
- Knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights as appropriate to your role
- Ability to communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care, treatment, service or support
- Ability to understand an individual’s communication, physical & emotional needs; recognise their needs and preferences
- Ability to provide a customer focussed service
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical terminology
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This advert is for Perioperative Care Coordinator with Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust in Epsom and St Helier Hospital. It is listed as a Band 4 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £33,262 - £36,027 Pa incl HCAS Outer pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 23 Aug 2026.
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