249222 (PP)Flow Coordinator

Job Description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Job Overview

The post holder is responsible for the operational management and coordination of safe and effective complex patient flow processes within General Medicine and Gastroenterology, while delivering safe clinical practice and meeting national access targets for waiting times.

Key Responsibilities

• Co ordinate and maximise bed usage within the General Medicine and Gastroenterology wards at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
• Ensure safe and effective movement of patients from Accident & Emergency, Acute Medical Unit, and Critical Care to wards 205, 207, and 208.
• Manage direct admissions from home, clinic, GP referrals, or other hospitals.
• Assist clinical staff in the coordination of information on delayed discharge patients and patients boarding out with the General Medicine and GI wards.

Required Qualifications

• PVG Scheme membership or record in the relevant regulatory group (child and/or adult).
• If not a current PVG member, must apply to Disclosure Scotland and obtain satisfactory clearance before beginning the post.

Equal Opportunities Statement

NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society and is committed to eliminating unlawful discrimination. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and communities and are committed to supporting the development of a diverse workforce. We will fully support disabled candidates, candidates with long term conditions, or neurodivergent status by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.