Overview
An enthusiastic individual with proven administrative skills is sought to join the Medical Day Unit administrative team at the Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea. The role includes scheduling patient appointments, supporting scheduling queries, front of house and other general administrative duties for the busy day unit. The Medical Day Unit operates Monday to Friday, providing anti-cancer treatment to patients from London and surrounding areas. The successful candidate will be a good communicator, work well in a team, and demonstrate time management and organisational skills. Adaptability and flexibility are required.
Responsibilities
* Undertake all administrative aspects of the Day Care Services under supervision of the MDU Admin Manager and Day Units Scheduling Manager for Cancer Services, including data collection, reception, and clerical duties.
* Deal with new patient chemotherapy referrals from clinicians and ensure first chemotherapy treatment is scheduled within Cancer Waiting Times targets.
* Liaise with patients regarding treatment, providing information and reassurance and managing expectations around the chemotherapy experience.
* Liaise with clinical teams and nursing staff to prioritise scheduling of new referrals.
* Schedule all chemotherapy treatments on the Medical Day Unit in line with local guidelines and protocols.
* Plan patient treatment and unit capacity considering factors such as nursing staff rota, pharmacy turnaround times, blood results availability, etc.
* Plan ahead and reschedule workload to ensure optimal unit capacity.
* Book chemotherapy prescribing clinic and treatment appointments for all patients receiving chemotherapy.
Requirements
* Proven administrative skills; ability to work as part of a team; good communication and time management skills.
* Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic clinical environment.
* Availability to work Monday – Friday, 08:00–16:00 or 09:00–17:00.
Closing date: This advert closes on Friday 22 August 2025.
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