Job summary

Neurology - Epilepsy Co-Ordinator - University Hospital of Wales

The Neurology Epilepsy service is currently looking to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated Co-Ordinator to support the delivery of key services for the Epilepsy Department within the Neurosciences Directorate at Cardiff and Vale UHB.

The post holder will provide comprehensive administrative support to The Consultants and Clinical Nurse Specialists within the service..

The post holder will need to be highly motivated, flexible and multi skilled with excellent organisational skills. Excellent communication skills will be required to facilitate effective working relationships.

It is vitally important that we provide a high quality service to patients, therefore if you are interested in joining a highly motivated team - it would be great to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The successful post holder will be a highly motivated team player ideally with administrativeexperience and possess soundclerical skills.

Excellent computer literacy is essential for the role, which will include the use of Microsoft Office packages and relevant databases. Highly organised, self-motivated, with a flexible approach to work with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

A clear understanding of patient confidentiality and being able to work to deadlines is also required. The role includes supporting the Epilepsy service with general administrative duties deemed suitable for role/grade.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NVQ Level 3 Business Administration or equivalent experience acquired through a Patient Administration role Educated to GCSE level Ability to use Microsoft Office

Desirable

ECDL

Experience

Essential

Use of e-mail system and electronic diary system Experience of working within a patient focused environment Knowledge of Health Records Standards and Operating Procedures Experience of working within a team Experience of working within Health Records

Skills

Essential

Excellent filing skills Good interpersonal skills Proven organisational skills Ability to problem solve Excellent communication skills both written and oral Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team in a busy and challenging environment Ability to prioritise workload

Special Knowledge

Desirable

Experience participating in Multi-Disciplinary Team Meetings

Personal Qualities

Essential

Ability to remain calm and work under pressure Flexible approach to work Positive attitude, Enthusiastic and reliable

Desirable

Ability to speak Welsh

Other

Essential

Ability to travel between sites when required.

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