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Familial Hypercholesterolaemia (FH) Officer

Job details
Posting date: 19 August 2025
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: £27,485 - £30,162 per annum, pro rata
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 18 September 2025
Location: Norwich, NR4 7UY
Company: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 7427345/234-25-E0462

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Summary

A Vacancy at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated applicants for this post, based at NNUH. The role requires a dynamic and highly organised individual capable of handling complex and confidential information, while supporting governance processes to ensure the efficient functioning of the Department. Training will be provided.

The Familial Hypercholesterolaemia (FH) Officer is a new post approved to support this novel and dynamic project. The appointed candidate will support the effective delivery and coordination of the FH Program and other clinical services within the Department of Biochemistry and Immunology. They will also manage and support the administrative team.

People with FH are at 300 times greater risk of developing heart disease than the general population, and onset is typically at early age and severe. The aim of this project is to identify and treat patients promptly, and to prevent their severe health consequences.

The FH Officer will work closely in collaboration with the NNUH FH Team, and will be instrumental in ensuring that individuals and families at risk of FH receive timely care.

To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH’s ‘PRIDE’ values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence and demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture.
• Support the day-to-day coordination and operation of the Familial Hypercholesterolaemia (FH) Programme, and other clinical services with the Department of Clinical Biochemistry and Immunology, ensuring timely care delivery, appointment scheduling, and patient follow-up.
• Supervise and coordinate a small Office team.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between patients, clinicians, managers, and external stakeholders to promote seamless service delivery.
• Use relevant digital technologies and systems confidently (e.g., Microsoft Office, Dr Doctor, Dictate Swift, patients and staff management platforms, pathology portals etc) to support daily operations.
• Provide direct secretarial and coordination support to clinical staff.
• Organise meetings, including preparation of agendas, documentation, and minute-taking where required.
• Engage proactively in team meetings and collaborative discussions with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Service Manager to maintain accurate waiting lists, upholding compliance with the Patient Access Policy and reducing risk of delays or breaches.
• Act as a central point of contact for patient and stakeholder queries, ensuring effective, timely communication and issue resolution.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace by championing NNUH's core values of People Focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence.



Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
• Help manage staff rosters during absences or peak periods, ensuring continuity of tasks and service coverage.
• Support the management of ESRs and recruitment processes.
• Collaborate with the Service Manager to maintain accurate waiting lists, upholding compliance with the Patient Access Policy and reducing risk of delays or breaches.
• Act as a central point of contact for patient and stakeholder queries, ensuring effective, timely communication and issue resolution.
• Uphold quality and safety standards through regular review of risk controls, information governance, and compliance protocols.
• Support budget tracking and cost-efficiency efforts, including oversight of resources, office supplies, and staffing allocations.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace by championing NNUH's core values of People Focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence.

Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.

Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 4142 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa (this includes if you are already in a sponsored post and looking to change employer). The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.


This advert closes on Monday 25 Aug 2025

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