About the Role
An exciting opportunity to join the Gastroenterology and Hepatology team in the HCC Pathway Navigator - Team Leader role. This post holder will be a central point of contact for patients on HCC Surveillance, helping to ensure the individual needs of the patient are supported and that care is built around those needs.
The primary purpose of the HCC Surveillance Pathway Navigator role is to be a central point of contact for patients on HCC Surveillance, ensuring that their individual needs are met and care is tailored to those needs.
Under the direction, guidance, and supervision of the Hepatology team, the post holder will coordinate the care and monitor surveillance pathways for patients with cirrhosis enrolled in Hepatocellular Cancer Surveillance. The post holder will also focus on providing direct support for patients to maintain engagement in surveillance pathways, ensuring they receive surveillance scans on schedule.
The HCC Surveillance Pathway Navigator will be involved from the beginning of the pathway. They will maintain effective communication both with and on behalf of the patient, signposting to other resources and information as defined by patient need and liaising with staff and services to ensure tests and appointments are scheduled in a timely manner. It is envisaged that the Patient Navigator will specifically support harder‑to‑reach patient groups.
Key deliverables include work to facilitate a smooth patient journey, ensuring that coordinated and streamlined administrative processes revolve around patients identified as eligible for surveillance.
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours
The post holder will have Team Leader responsibilities in providing leadership for the Service Administrators and direct line management of some members of the team.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
* Salary Band 4: £28,392 - £31,157 per annum pro rata
* Frequency Annual
* Vacancy Reference 185-49686-13169
* Contract Type Permanent
* Closing Date 25 May, 2026
* Job Category Administration
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