Job overview

A Rapid Diagnosis Clinic is a weekly half-day clinic to assess patients who have presented in primary care with vague symptoms (also known as non-specific or concerning symptoms) and the GP is concerned there is a reasonable risk of cancer.  The clinic is for patients who do not fit the criteria for a current site-specific urgent suspected cancer pathway. 

The aim is that all patients will leave the clinic with either a diagnosis of cancer, a serious non-cancer diagnosis or the reassurance of a non-serious diagnosis.  They will also have a management plan, where appropriate. 

The post holder will provide support to speciality clinics, in the assessment and management of patients, liaising with the wider respiratory team and community services in the treatment and care of patients with tuberculosis.  They will also provide telephone support for patients and families with regard to appointments, home visits where appropriate and support at Out-patient venues.

The post hold will be required to have the ability to use computer systems for data entry, checking of patient’s records, emailing and appointment services.

Main duties of the job

You will need to be flexible and dynamic in your approach in delivering care to patients.  The post holder needs to have good communication skills and be an effective team player. The post hold will be required to have the ability to use computer systems for data entry, checking of patient’s records, emailing and appointment services.

This post is permanent part time. 

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.