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    Age-related Macular Degeneration Coordinator, Yeovil - TN United Kingdom

    TN United Kingdom
    TN United Kingdom Yeovil

    2 weeks ago

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    Age-related Macular Degeneration Coordinator, Yeovil

    This is an opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive Outpatient Ophthalmology Team at Yeovil District Hospital as an Age-related Macular Degeneration Coordinator. This role provides excellent administrative support and ensures a seamless experience for patients and staff.

    Main Responsibilities:

    1. Act as the main point of contact for the Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Service, providing comprehensive knowledge of speciality processes and procedures, communicating directly with patients regarding appointment bookings, procedure details and instruction.
    2. Ensure effective communication between clinicians, specialist nurses, patients and managers, and all internal and external contacts to achieve an excellent and smooth patient pathway.
    3. Cover clinics during periods of absence to ensure turnaround times and standards are maintained, referring to Lead Nurse Specialist/Service Manager/Rota Coordinator as appropriate.
    4. Reorganise outpatient clinics in the event of cancellation ensuring waiting times are not breached.
    5. Maintain knowledge of clinic activity with a full understanding of the speciality clinic template, ensuring clinics are full to capacity with appropriate clinician/nurse availability, highlighting any shortfalls to lead nurse practitioner for advice.

    About Somerset NHS Foundation Trust:

    • Flexible working options to help balance work and life.
    • NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security.
    • Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax.
    • A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential.

    We foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Somerset offers a unique blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities nearby.


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