Medical/Clinic Coordinator (AIS Plus)
Join the University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service (USAIS) as a Medical/Clinic Coordinator and make a meaningful impact on the lives of cochlear implant and auditory implant patients. We provide vital services for severely and profoundly deaf individuals across the south of England and the Channel Islands.
USAIS is a nationally recognised centre of excellence, providing specialist assessment, surgical intervention, and lifelong support for individuals with auditory implants. Our team is passionate about enhancing quality of life through cutting-edge technology and holistic care.
About the role:
- Location: University of Southampton Highfield Campus, Building 19
- Working hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
- Fixed Term Contract : 24 Months
Job Purpose:
- To work with the Clinic Operational and Assistant Manager, Team Leaders and clinical staff, to ensure effective management of the University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service (USAIS) patients through the Cochlear Implant (CI) and Bone Conduction Hearing Implant (BCHI) pathway.
- Act as a key operational point of contact for patients, multidisciplinary team & external organisations, primarily within the private service provision in USAIS, which includes the Private Hearing & Balance Centre (PHAB) and Self-Funded Cochlear Implant Service (SF) collectively known as AIS Plus Services.
What you will do:
- Triage, coordinate, and provide accurate and timely processing of patient and clinical correspondence
- Provide end-to-end support and perform administrative tasks relating to the management of patients, following correct procedures and applying a good working knowledge of complex administrative systems
- Providing medical coordinator support for PHAB & ENT medical clinics
- Liaise with local Allied Health Professionals, ENT services, hospital staff and clinical radiology staff regarding patient referrals, appointments, admissions, assessments, scans and image reports
What you will bring:
- Relevant work experience within an administrative or customer support role, preferably in a healthcare setting or clinical environment – including experience using a Patient Administration System (PAS) or equivalent
- Strong communication skills are essential, with a proven ability to prioritise and manage a busy workload
- Excellent attention to detail, record keeping skills and maintenance of confidentiality for all data and patient information.
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to build positive working relationships
- Ability to thrive and support colleagues in a busy and interactive environment in a dedicated team
Special requirements:
- The maintenance of confidentiality in information and data management is mandatory, as is the ability to cross-check data from multiple sources, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- A DBS check at Standard level is required for this role; this will be carried out by the University
Working at UoS:
- We value equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment
- Enjoy a generous holiday allowance and additional University closure days
- We support flexible working arrangements
- For more information about USAIS, visit our website
Informal Enquiries:
Contact Cath Grimer - 02380 593522 or c.grimer@soton.ac.uk
As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.
This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see gov.uk.
Apply by 11.59 pm UK time on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.
