Ward Clerk

Job summary

Daisy Ward is a 21 bedded ward providing care for both elective and acute surgical admissions, and Procedure Unit is a 16 bedded Day Surgery unit.

We are looking for a well organised, confident and motivated person looking to join our admin staff who are a vital part of the ward team. You will need to be a team player and be able to work unsupervised. You will need to have good communication skills, be highly organised and able to work under pressure. Previous experience in a hospital environment would be an advantage.

The role involves managing and preparing medical notes, liaising with the admission and pre-op assessment teams and collaborating with the medical records library. You must have an excellent standard of literacy and numeracy and have some computer skills. All the necessary training to use the Trusts IT packages will be given.

The days of work will be Tuesday & Wednesday 7:30-15:15.

You must be flexible to cover other days when necessary.

Main duties of the job

The role involves managing and preparing medical notes, liaising with the admission and pre-op assessment teams and collaborating with the medical records library. You must have an excellent standard of literacy and numeracy and have some computer skills. All the necessary training to use the Trusts IT packages will be given.

About us

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff); Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme: Flexible working opportunities; Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours night shifts, weekends, bank holidays; Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role; Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment; Access to our in-house physiotherapy service; On-site canteens offering subsidised meals; Subsidised staff parking (currently free); Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

Good standard of literacy and numeracy

Desirable

NVQ in administration

Knowledge

Essential

Competent in the use of Microsoft office

Desirable

Competent in the use of eTrack

Other

Essential

Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives cultural, religious and emotional needs and beliefs Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts Values and Behaviours

Key skills

Essential

Communication skills Organised and able to manage time effectively Effective prioritisation Able to work independently and as part of a team Able to embrace change

Experience

Essential

Relevent clerical experience

Desirable

Customer care experience Administrative experience in a healthcare environment

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