Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) Scheduler

The post holder will manage, coordinate and review chemotherapy scheduling, ensuring oral and intravenous treatment regimens for oncology and haematology patients are appropriately booked. Duties include maintaining accurate patient records on KOMS and relevant referral and pathway systems, monitoring patient tracking lists and validation reports, and escalating delays, new regimens and scheduling concerns as required. The post holder will liaise with pharmacy aseptics and other Trust departments to coordinate treatment capacity, staffing requirements and urgent appointments. They will identify additional patient needs, support compliance with treatment pathways and national targets, prioritise actions appropriately, and provide training and guidance to colleagues to maintain a safe, effective and efficient service.

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We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country.

Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.

Experience

Desirable: - Working with patients with a cancer diagnosis; - Operational/problem solving experience

Skills

Qualifications

Essential: - RSA 3 or Equivalent 2 years' experience in office environment; - To be competent in using-Excel, Word and Email (outlook)

Desirable: - Evidence of continued personal development

Other

Essential: - To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values.

Desirable: - Knowledge of organisational structure and operating policies