Oncology SACT Navigator
| Posting date: | 05 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £27,485.00 to £30,162.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £27485.00 - £30162.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 September 2025 |
| Location: | Coventry, CV2 2DX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9218-25-0974 |
Summary
To support the Oncology Unit Manager/Unit Co-ordinator by assisting the nursing team in the co-ordination of the Units activities to maximise efficiency and prevention of delays within the pathway. Liaising with the nursing and oncology pharmacy staff to co-ordinate the supply of systemic anti-cancer treatments (SACT) so that it is available for the time of each patients appointment. Liaising between nursing staff, aseptic pharmacy, and outpatient pharmacy (TTOs) regarding patient attendance and communicating go ahead or any delays. Triaging telephone calls and providing basic advice, support, and signposting. Liaising and referring to other appropriate healthcare professionals. Ensuring that any investigations are booked, and the results reviewed and authorised appropriately prior to patients receiving treatment. Ensure the appropriate management of patient information and the co-ordination of patient pathways through collaborative working with medical secretaries, MDT coordinators, clinical nurse specialists and other departments as required within the Trust. To ensure the appropriate and timely booking of follow up outpatient appointments in conjunction with treatment appointments. To support the nursing and pharmacy team in ensuring patients receive their supportive medication prior to discharge. Refer patients to the community nursing team as directed by the nursing team. Data Collection and Analysis Collecting data for the Oncology Unit as requested by the Unit Manager or the Lead Nurse For further details of the role please see the attached job description.