Job summary
Employer heading
Ward Clerk - Ward 28 - 20hpw
Band 2
Job overview
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals who enjoys the challenge of working in an environment where no two days are the same and who can provide administrative support to a busy ward
A good standard of general education, previous NHS clerical experience and excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
Main duties of the job
The prime responsibilities of the post holder will be to assist the nursing teams of the department with a variety of administrative and clerical duties. The successful applicants will work as part of a team and be responsible for the provision of a high quality administrative service to the ward.
The role is for one full time 37.5hrs per week over five days, and a part time role for 19.5hrs per week, to jointly cover a seven day service.
For further information or an informal discussion about this position please contact Ward Manager Jemma Callaghan, 01274 382704
Working for our organisation
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we’re passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We’re keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We’re a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We’ve received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children’s unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To undertake administrative duties at ward level including the accurate and timely recording of patient activity data on Trust systems. To undertake clerical and related duties on the ward and enable Sister/Charge Nurse and other ward staff to concentrate more freely on direct patient care. This will involve considerable liaison with other departments and wards on behalf of the ward staff.
The jobholder will contribute to the maintenance of an environment for effective care.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of using Microsoft Office applications
- Previous NHS experience in a secretarial / administrative role for a minimum of 1 year
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge / experience of PAS
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent
- Good general education
Desirable criteria
- RSA II typing/Word processing or equivalent
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Jemma Callaghan
- Job title
- Ward Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01274 382704
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