Emergency Department Tracker | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Posting date:	02 December 2025
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£27,485 - £30,162 per annum (pro rata)
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	01 January 2026
Location:	Manchester, M13 9WL
Company:	Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	7454611/349-MRI-7454611-RL4

Summary

Are you interested at being at the forefront of our patient safety and patient experience journey?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic individual to join the Accident and Emergency team at Manchester Royal Infirmary.

The ED tracker role is a new role supporting both patients and clinical staff through their MRI experience whether that be through the Emergency Department (ED) and Urgent Treatment Centre. (UTC)

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, a good team player, organised, flexible and can maintain attention to detail. Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, be adaptable and willing to take on various tasks and duties. As the Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, the successful candidate will be required to work a rotating shift pattern, including overnight shifts.

You will also play an active role in the wider multidisciplinary teams that work across MRI by liaising with different teams to ensure patients progress along their pathway safely and efficiently

The overall aim of this post is to offer the highest level of care to our patients by supporting the clinicians providing the front-line care to improve the patient experience and flow throughout the department.



Tracking patients from when they enter the department to when they leave by onwards referral for further specialist treatment or discharged back to the care of their GP in a timely manner. You will work closely with Medical, Nursing and Managerial colleagues based in the ED and UTC department providing awareness to changes in pressure, capacity, and patient flow.

There are a lot of exciting changes happening at the ED department and UTC at Manchester Royal Infirmary over the next few years INCLUDING £40M worth of investment in our buildings & infrastructure some of which have already started.

By joining our exciting journey, you will become part of the MRI’s, passionate, talented team and will have access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities to further develop both yourself and the services we provide in the coming year

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career.
With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.
Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.
At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.
At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.


This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Dec 2025

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