A&e Receptionist

3 weeks ago


Ashford, United Kingdom East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Receptionist required for A&E at the William Harvey Hospital on a permanent basis.

To provide an efficient and comprehensive administration and reception service.

To be an initial point of contact within the department providing appropriate responses and onward directions to all callers in a courteous manner. Deal with telephone enquiries, take messages accurately, and give information and advice (not medical) to GPs, patients, relatives and other staff involved with the patient in a manner responsive to customer needs and in accordance with Trust procedures.

Book in and direct all patients who attend the department.

Input and update data on the computer system ensuring accurate tracking steps are logged for each patient on screen across the A&E Department, ensure the correct doctor tracking code is used (including Locum doctors with a unique code) and that each patient has a D1S tracking step. Upon discharge ensure all patients have been correctly admitted, discharged or transferred appropriately.

Assist the Nurse in Charge in the discharge process of patients.

To arrange the most appropriate transport for discharge / transfer and follow up clinics.

To undertake any clerical duties as deemed necessary.

“We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 695,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’.

We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called ‘We care’. It’s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We’re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.”

NHSEI have always been clear that staff have a professional duty to get vaccinated and it remains our best line of defence against COVID-19. As such NHS organisation including Primary Care, are encouraged to continue engaging with and supporting their staff to inform their decisions in order to drive vaccine confidence, protect themselves, patients, and everyone else. NHSEI has producedCOVID-19 vaccine communication materials.

The Trust is committed to supporting flexible working to fulfil our pledge as part of The Trust’s People Strategy to help staff to achieve a healthy work/life balance. Please speak with your Recruiting Manager for further information and opportunities.

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