Fragility Administrator - Southampton, United Kingdom - University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
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Southampton, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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An exciting role has arisen for a Fragility Fracture administrator to work within the Trauma and Orthopaedics Service on a 3 year fixed term basis.

The Fracture Prevention administrator will work within a team who have primary responsibility for the provision of specialist care for a defined patient group to deliver a fracture liaison service to facilitate secondary fracture prevention for patients over the age of 50 who are registered with a Southampton GP.


If you are looking to become part of an exciting and dynamic team within Trauma & Orthopaedics whilst making a significant contribution to the service in a complex yet stimulating environment we would like to hear from you.


For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below.

To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.


As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.

UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.


All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.


Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London.

The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.


What you'll do:

The post holder will support the fragility team providing efficient and effective administration and secretarial support for the clinical service


You will maintain a close working relationship with the practitioners and Consultants as well as other medical, admin and AHP staff within the service.


You will be expected to routinely monitor and validate the DXA booking and waiting times, escalating issues and concerns as necessary.

General administration duties such as dealing with patient/colleague queries, outpatient booking, typing of outpatient/ follow up clinic letters and planning and data collection will be part of this role.


What we're looking for:


A person who is interested in working within a team and making improvements in the care of fractures and in preventing fractures.

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