Job summaryWe are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Theatre Booking Co-ordinator to manage the administration of the Ophthalmology Surgery booking service at Peterborough City Hospital, in conjunction with managing the Ophthalmology Surgical booking teams.The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a flexible, motivated approach to their work as well as preferably having previous experience as a Medical Secretary or Theatre Booker within the NHS.Sound knowledge of 18 weeks RTT is essential for this post. Being confident on the telephone and taking messages and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office is also required along with good communication skills. Duties for the role include direct support to Medical Staff and Nurse Specialists, dealing with enquiries from internal and external agencies and liaising with other departments within the Trust.The role is rewarding and challenging, within a service division, which is continually changing and reassessing its administration systems in line with an ever-modernising NHS service, the applicant must be adaptable to change.Main duties of the jobManaging the provision of an efficient booking team involves coordinating the Ophthalmology Surgical Booking for both Peterborough City Hospital and Hinchingbrooke Hospital. This role ensures that booking standards are consistently met, maintaining a smooth and effective process for scheduling surgeries.An important aspect of this management role is the line management of junior team members. This includes overseeing their professional development, managing MPAs, handling sickness and annual leave, and ensuring that tasks are appropriately delegated. By doing so, the team operates efficiently and maintains high standards of service.Collaboration is key in this position, requiring close work with consultants, junior doctors, and nursing staff. This teamwork is crucial to meeting surgery targets and ensuring that all patients, especially those who have been waiting the longest, are seen in a timely manner.Additionally, the role involves ensuring that urgent surgeries are promptly booked and that elective prioritization targets are met. This careful management helps balance immediate needs with planned procedures, contributing to the overall effectiveness and reliability of the hospital's surgical services.About usWe 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 PeterboroughWe 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.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the job description and person specification for more information regarding the role.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialGood general education, preferably English Language to GCSE (or equivalent)DesirableNVQ 2 in Business and Administration or equivalent experienceExperienceEssentialExperience of working with general public and/or professionalsExperience of working with MS Office, Word, Excel and OutlookDesirableExperience of staff managementExperience of working in the NHS and understanding of medical terminologyExperience of using PAS (Patient Admissions System) and Theatreman databaseSkillsDesirableCan demonstrate good standards of written and verbal communicationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer detailsEmployer nameNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation TrustAddressPeterborough City HospitalBretton GatePeterboroughPE3 9GZEmployer's websitehttps://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)