Pathology Screening Administrator
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 03/09/2026
- Closes
- 17/09/2026
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Role summary
This role involves providing administrative support to the Pathology Directorate, specifically focusing on screening programmes. Key duties include accurate processing of patient and screening information, supporting administrative workflows, and ensuring data confidentiality. The administrator will also assist with report preparation, meeting organisation, and general administrative tasks within the department. It requires strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to patient-focused service.
Essential criteria
- Business and Administration NVQ 3 or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- Good general education with GCSE in English & Maths to grade C or above or equivalent qualifications to this level.
Desirable criteria
- Administrative qualification
- Knowledge and Experience
- Demonstrable experience in an administrative role
- Good IT skills including Microsoft Office
- Demonstrable experience of accurate data entry and record keeping
- Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
- Demonstrable experience in an NHS or healthcare setting
- Knowledge of pathology or clinical systems
- Demonstrable experience of handling clinical correspondence
- APTITUDE & ABILITIES
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Proven ability to follow procedures
- Good organisational skills
- Effective communication skills
- Proven ability to work independently within guidelines and as part of a team
- Proven ability to prioritise routine workload
- DISPOSITION/ATTITUDE/MOTIVATION
- Professional and courteous
- Willingness to learn
- Able to work in a busy environment
- Business and Administration NVQ 3 or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- Good general education with GCSE in English & Maths to grade C or above or equivalent qualifications to this level.
- Administrative qualification
- Knowledge and Experience
- Demonstrable experience in an administrative role
- Good IT skills including Microsoft Office
- Demonstrable experience of accurate data entry and record keeping
- Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
- Demonstrable experience in an NHS or healthcare setting
- Knowledge of pathology or clinical systems
- Demonstrable experience of handling clinical correspondence
- APTITUDE & ABILITIES
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Proven ability to follow procedures
- Good organisational skills
- Effective communication skills
- Proven ability to work independently within guidelines and as part of a team
- Proven ability to prioritise routine workload
- DISPOSITION/ATTITUDE/MOTIVATION
- Professional and courteous
- Willingness to learn
- Able to work in a busy environment
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
This advert: £25,760 – £27,476 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 4d ago · Closes in 11d
Plenty of time to prepare a strong application.
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University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Pathology Screening Administrator
The closing date is 17 September 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an organised and motivated Pathology Screening Administrator to join the Pathology Directorate at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust.
Working as part of the Pathology Administration Team, you will play an important role in supporting pathology-related screening programmes and wider administrative services. This position is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills, excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient-focused services. The role involves the accurate processing of patient and screening information, supporting administrative workflows and ensuring information is managed efficiently and confidentially.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience working in an administrative or clerical role.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience of accurate data entry and record management.
- Excellent organisational skills and a high level of attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- An understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.
- The ability to work independently, prioritise workloads and contribute positively as part of a team.
***Preference will be given to internal Tru
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