Job overview

An opportunity has arisen to work as a Discharge Co-ordinator on gastroenterology ward at the John Radcliffe Hospital.

The post holder aims to facilitate effective, efficient and timely discharge of patients from hospital. Particular emphasis is placed upon complex multi-disciplinary assessments and case conferences including patients with complex health and social care, palliative care or rehabilitation needs.

The Discharge Co-ordinator aims to facilitate effective, efficient and timely discharge of patients from hospital. Particular emphasis is placed upon complex multi-disciplinary assessments and case conferences including patients with complex health and social care, palliative care or rehabilitation needs.

The role will involve close working with all members of the multi-disciplinary team (nursing, medical, therapy, social work and patients/relatives/carers, ensuring safe discharge of patients ...