Bookings Administrator

Bookings administrator

• Location: Park Square West, London
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: 13.15- 14.15 per hour
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, shift patterns Mon-Fri 7am-8pm, Sat 7-5 & Sun 8-4, including bank holidays

Our client is looking for a temporary administrator  to join their Cancer administration and bookings team to play a crucial role in managing and processing various medical and administrative appointments and inquiries, ensuring a seamless and efficient experience for all stakeholders.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Process and manage requests for various medical appointments and inpatient stays, ensuring accurate bookings and capturing all necessary data on Meditech.
• Liaise closely with clinical teams to ensure all special requirements are noted and communicated effectively.
• Handle pre-authorisations, verifications, and payments for treatments, maintaining close communication with patients, insurers, and sponsors.
• Provide timely confirmations and necessary information to patients via post and email.
• Prioritise daily tasks and ongoing workloads to meet agreed timeframes.
• Continuously review and suggest improvements to processes for recording patient data to enhance data quality.
• Maintain strong working relationships with various internal departments to streamline patient and consultant pathways.
• Cover for colleagues during absences and undertake additional duties as required to ensure smooth department operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• GSCE’s or equivalent in Mathematics and English.
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds and healthcare professionals.
• Experience in a busy administrative setting with a diverse workload.
• Strong data collection and entry skills, with experience in cash/credit card handling.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, with a strong sense of patient focus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with an excellent telephone manner.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and prioritise tasks independently.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive team environment in a reputable healthcare setting.

To apply for the position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.