Job summary
Employer heading
Rota Coordinator - Huntingdon
Band 4
Job overview
The role of Rota Co-ordinator sits within the General Surgery & Urology CBU to provide a professional and supportive rota service. The post holder will be responsible for the organisation and management of medical staff rota’s ensuring a high-quality patient care experience is provided through the efficient deployment of Consultants and Junior Doctors, covering gaps on the rota using internal and external doctors, anticipating problems, and working through them in a methodical manner.
As the key Hinchingbrooke rota contact for the CBU, it is imperative to have an oversight of all Consultant and Junior Medical Staff rota templates, actioning changes where necessary. Close liaison with Consultants, Junior Doctors, Clinical Leads, Clinical Directors and management teams, Medical Personnel and the Medical and Dental Education Department is at the centre of the role therefore strong communication skills are key.
Main duties of the job
Be responsible for the administration and communication of rotas for Consultants and the populating of rotas for Junior Doctors across the named specialities and acting as a single point of contact for Junior Doctors within the division.
· The post holder will provide day to day rota support for Consultants and Junior Doctors within the General Surgery & Urology.
· The post holder must communicate tactfully and persuasively with all medical staff to maintain appropriate cover for all aspects of the General Surgery & Urology CBU at all times. This includes the co-ordination of all Consultants and Junior Doctor annual and study leave, in accordance with Trust Policy, ensuring service requirements are met and arranging cover at short notice for sick leave and special leave.
· Liaise on any sensitive issues, such as sickness absence, compassionate leave, or other sensitive information that the post holder has been made aware of. This should be done in a timely manner with the Clinical Lead and Clinical Supervisor.
· Implementation of all departmental rotas in line with the Working Time Directive and the New Junior Doctors Contract as agreed by the Divisional Directors and Medical Workforce.
Working for our organisation
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
- Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
- Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
- On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.
Person specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Good general education, preferably English Language to GCSE (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential criteria
- Previous administrative experience
- Experience of Managing/Organising a team
Desirable criteria
- Experience of rota’s
- Experience of working in the NHS
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Flexible and responsive to change
- Self-motivated and self-directed
- Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information
Key Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria
- Competent use of MS packages
- Good Written and verbal communication
- Ability to adhere to policies and procedures
- Able to demonstrate examples of effective team working as well as working independently
Applicant requirements
This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Matthew Polehonski
- Job title
- Service Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Resourcing Department
Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Hinchingbrooke Park
Huntingdon
Cambs
PE29 6NT
- Telephone
- 01480 847491
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