Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, highly motivated, hardworking individual to join the Channel Day Unit, a friendly and dedicated team. The job role is varied and requires individuals who can adapt well, manage all duties effectively and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. General duties include comprehensive administration, reception and ward duties to the Channel Day Surgery Unit. You are expected to admit and discharge patients, prepare and retrieve notes for theatre lists and communicate well with staff, patients and visitors. A flexible attitude to working to meet the demands of the department is essential. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will work as a team member within the ward environment for the collection and preparation of notes for elective surgery patients, be willing to cover reception and ward clerk roles when required, full training will be given. Administration is a vital part for our patient pathways and this position will support both staff and patients to achieve a smooth elective surgical pathway. Providing person-centred, high quality and effective care is at the top of our agenda and we pride ourselves in demonstrating our values that people feel cared for, safe and confident that we are making a difference in everything we do. Preparation of patient notes. Flexible attitude Input and update data onto the hospital's computer systems in a timely manner, training in the hospital patient record system will be provided. Answer the telephone in a courteous and timely manner. Ensure accuracy in giving and receiving messages. A friendly and welcoming demeanour to greet our patients. This post will incorporate various roles including reception duties and ward clerk role as well as the preparation of patient notes for surgery. About us We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 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. Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above. Date posted 25 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 344-0381SAC Job locations William Harvey Hospital Kennington Road Ashford TN24 0LZ Job description Job responsibilities Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below. Job description Job responsibilities Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE level in English and Maths or equivalent Computer literate Desirable Experience of NHS systems Skills Essential Experience of working in an office environment Desirable Previous reception skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE level in English and Maths or equivalent Computer literate Desirable Experience of NHS systems Skills Essential Experience of working in an office environment Desirable Previous reception skills Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust Address William Harvey Hospital Kennington Road Ashford TN24 0LZ Employer's website https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)