Admissions Co-ordinator, Orthopaedics

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Admissions Co-ordinator, Orthopaedics The closing date is 02 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary The post holder will be responsible for the efficient management of specific waiting lists through from point of referral to day of operation in compliance with local and national performance targets and best practice. He/she will liaise with the multi-disciplinary team, internal departments and external organisations to ensure continuity in achieving excellence in patient care. Main duties of the job To be responsible for managing patients, waiting lists and admissions for a number of Consultants. To fully involve the multidisciplinary team in the planning of admissions, ensuring that the patient is provided with appropriate information regarding their admission in a timely manner. Maintain thorough and accurate records of all correspondences with patients throughout their admission process. To ensure that patients are booked into the appropriate pre-assessment appointment service and liaise with the clinical staff as required, ensuring the clinics run smoothly and effectively. To construct and schedule theatre lists as per department guidelines. To ensure any patient cancelled on the day of admission/surgery for non-medical reasons, is reallocated a date for admission within 28 days, escalating any problems or issues within a timely manner. To identify the needs of patients in conjunction with their admission episode, i.e. language barriers, anxiety, carer / dependency issues. To arrange patient transport if required for elective pre-assessment and admission appointments in conjunction with Trust guidelines and policy. To manage waiting lists activity and admission data with Trust IT system [i.e. EPIC] and other associate IT systems [i.e. Excel] and action/highlight any errors. About us The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Details Date posted 26 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £30,630 to £32,346 a year per annum including HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 213-DivisionC-8293346 Job locations Princess Royal University Hospital Farnborough Common Orpington BR6 8ND United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities To adhere to Trust and National waiting li