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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
**Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage**
To provide an effective administrative and clerical service in relation to Waiting List Management to ensure the smooth running of this service. Prompt and accurate input of patient details to appropriate waiting lists and booking of elective patients to H&N (Head and Neck) Surgery and General Surgery for all Lothian and national patients where applicable. Ensure confirmation of booking to reduce DNA rate and maximise theatre utilisation. Liaise with Bed Management/wards re bed availability for elective patients. Maintain pre-admission clinics– highlighting potential problems. Compile and distribute weekly detailed admission lists. Download and update Lothian Waiting Lists and distribute to Waiting List Manager and Consultants.
For further information on what is included in the role and what skills/experience are being looked for, click on the links at the bottom of the screen to the job description and person specification. If after reading this information you have any questions please contact Laura Stevenson, telephone 07866132937 or email laura.stevenson@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk or Val McCran, telephone 0131 242 3586 or email val.mcran@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk