Theatre Scheduler

Job summary Join Our Team as a Theatre Scheduler - 9-Month Secondment OpportunityEfficient Planning for Exceptional Care We are excited to offer a 9-month secondment opportunity within the Trauma & Orthopaedic Department as a Theatre Scheduler, supporting the smooth and timely scheduling of patients for surgical procedures.
This critical role is ideal for a highly organised and proactive individual who thrives in a dynamic healthcare environment.
What We're Looking For: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Excellent communication skills to liaise confidently with patients, staff, and multidisciplinary teams.
A commitment to delivering high-quality administrative support within a healthcare setting.
Why Join Us?This is a unique chance to contribute to the efficient operation of the Trauma & Orthopaedic Department, ensuring patients receive timely care and support.
You'll be part of a dedicated team working to provide exceptional service while gaining valuable experience in theatre scheduling.
Ready to Make a Difference?Apply now to take advantage of this secondment opportunity and play a vital role in supporting our expanding orthopaedic services.
Efficient scheduling starts with you - join us today
Main duties of the job About the Role:As a Theatre Scheduler, you will: Book patients into theatres efficiently, ensuring timely surgical interventions.
Liaise professionally with patients via telephone, providing essential information and support.
Work collaboratively with consultants, medical staff, and administrative teams to maintain effective scheduling and coordination.
About us We are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering full time and part time roles, flexible working hours on a shift pattern to fit around your family life.We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities.Benefits to you 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);NHS Pension Scheme:Flexible working opportunities;Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;Career development and training;Wellbeing support and activities;In-house physiotherapy Service;On-site canteens with subsidised meals;Subsidised staff parking (currently free).Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and person specification for more information regarding the role.
Person Specification Qualifications and Experience Essential Good general level of education to GCSE or equivalent Previous secretarial experience Desirable Previous medical secretarial experience Key Skills Essential Good IT skills with accurate keyboard skills Eye for detail with a meticulous approach to work Desirable Knowledge of hospital patient administration systems Communication Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, with good listening skills, as well as clear written and oral presentation skills Ability to work in a highly confidential manner