Cancer Patient Navigator - Urology
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Lancaster, LA1 4RPView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157
Contract
Secondment
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
29 October 2026
10 days leftJob description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, organised and motivated person to join the Urology Cancer Team. This a new post for a Cancer Patient...
- Tracking the progress of cancer patients through their pathway of care including through the diagnostic phase, pursuing results and ensuring that all results are managed appropriately to avoid potential delay. Patients may present through various routes and recording and tracking must be in accordance with National Cancer Waiting Times standards
- Ensuring all patients receive appointments and next steps in their pathway in a timely fashion whilst overseeing any other aspect of managing the patient pathway
- Maintain and update relevant databases as required.
- To support patients and their carers re-access specialist services without delay should they need to do so
The post holder will work with the Urology Cancer team and supporting teams such as the Cancer Performance Team, specifically providing support to the Clinical Nurse Specialists, Cancer Support Worker's, MDT Coordinators and Cancer Trackers to ensure timely care for all patients in relevant specialities.
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Our community services for adults are provided in people's homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education including GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.
- ECDL or recognised experience.
- Evidence of ongoing personal development.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of undertaking a range of administrative duties.
- Experience of using MS Office Systems.
- Knowledge and use of medical terminology.
- Word processing skills.
- Knowledge of NHS data definitions relating to Cancer Standards and Cancer Waiting Times.
Desirable: - Previous NHS experience.; - Experience of using a Patient Database.; - Experience of working with spreadsheets and databases.
Skills, ability and knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of data protection issues and the requirement for confidentiality.
- Evidence of good, clear communication skills and ability to use tact and diplomacy when speaking to patients.
- Proficiency in English language.
- Demonstrates a high level of motivation.
Desirable
- Awareness of quality management systems.
- Awareness of H&S issues.
- Knowledge of national performance targets, choose and book, access plans and governance issues.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Demonstrates a commitment to team working.
- Evidence of continuing to update knowledge and personal development.
- Demonstrates a willingness to change as the role evolves.
- Ability to travel cross bay.
- Self motivated.
- Attention to detail.
- Cooperative, flexible, enthusiastic, approachable and friendly.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Clear understanding of patient confidentiality.
Desirable: - Awareness of audit procedures.
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
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First seen
16 October 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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