Receiving referrals and loading patient onto correct patient system waiting list. Ability to recognise different types of procedures, their importance and to them book accordingly Dealing with Cancer Pathway referrals as per national and local guidelines, giving instructions and reassurance in a sensitive manner. Ensuring the appropriate preparation (prescription medication) and instructions are dispatched to the patients prior to procedure. Providing reception cover when necessary.

Organising hospital inpatient admissions, identifiable through discussion with patients/carers/internal and external agencies if extra care packages are required for patients requiring Enhanced Sedation. Initiating and arranging blood tests prior to certain procedures Liaising with GP's and referring Consultants in regard to their patients both verbally, by letter or via e-mail. Booking of support staff e.g. interpreters.

Attending weekly departmental planning meeting and implementing any necessary list re-organisation Dealing with challenging and stressful situations when contacting patients at short notice to amend appointments.