Ward Administrator

4 weeks ago

Exeter, United Kingdom Devon Partnership NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 3 Ward Administrator on Delderfield Ward. (15 hours a week Thursday - Friday).

Delderfield is a 16 bedded Adult Acute Inpatient ward providing recovery focused and compassionate care.

Main duties of the job

This role is interesting and varied, some of the main dutiesinclude:

Provide support to ward manager and nursing team Minute taking of MDTs, business meetings and adhoc professional meetings Amending and updating staff rotas (Health Roster) Supply orders Uploading of patient records Uploading to staff files Petty cash Producing packs for patients

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Excellent organisational skills. Ability to prioritise workload and adapt to change when required. Previous experience of working within an administrative or secretarial team. Experience of dealing with confidential and complex information. Ability to take accurate formal and informal minutes. Demonstrate good numeracy and literacy skills. Understanding and respect of confidentiality in the workplace.

Desirable

Previous experience of working in a Healthcare or Social Care administrative setting.

Qualifications

Essential

RSA 3 Word Processing or equivalent level of experience in practice. Shorthand or Speedwriting. NVQ Level 3 Business Administration. GCSE English or equivalent. Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.

Desirable

ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence).

Knowledge

Essential

Intermediate IT skills in Microsoft Office Packages, ie Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Working knowledge of a range of administrative procedures including diary management and arranging appointments. Experience or understanding of creating electronic records, electronic filing systems. Electronic data base management. Ability to manage diverse workload whilst dealing with frequent interruptions. Ability to meet deadlines and to work under pressure. Exceptional organisational skills and ability to prioritise. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Ability to provide a high standard of secretarial support for meetings organising, booking venues and minute taking. Knowledge of our business and how it supports patient care.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, in person, on the telephone or electronically. Ability to take and convey clear messages. Good interpersonal skills. Able to deal confidentially and tactfully with people at all levels. Experience in dealing with people in distress in a calm and confident manner. Ability to recognise when other communication aids may be needed. Willingness to embrace new ways of working/changes.

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