Job summary The post holder will work within the Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust and be responsible for providing a welcoming and efficient service as the patient first point of contact with the Emergency Department. This will include greeting and signposting patients and relatives, processing patients using the Care Flow EPR System and liaising with clinicians and colleagues to facilitate a smooth and timely flow of patients through the department. The post holder will be required to work shifts including evenings, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays and to participate in a 24/7 roster. The role is responsible for setting high standards of patient care by enacting the Trust's values at all times. Previous applicants need not apply. This vacancy may close earlier than advertised, if a sufficient number of applications are received. Main duties of the job To register patients on the Careflow EPR clinical system Updating patients demographic details when required. Issue Cas Cards for the Clinical staff for triaging patients Answer reception telephone and deal with any queries With discharged paperwork send out discharge letters to GP and Health Visitors. Prep notes for scanning Scan notes, upload to clinical system and quality check Book appointments for plastics clinic and Consultant review clinics. About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge. Date posted 03 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year pa pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 387-WC-6479-NG-C Job locations Bristol Royal Children's Hospital Upper Maudlin Street Bristol BS2 8BJ Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths Knowledge and Experience Desirable Previous receptionist experience in a healthcare or public setting Previous NHS experience Clerical/administrative experience including filing and/or reception work Aptitudes Essential Respecting Everyone Embracing change Recognising Success Working Together Skills and Abilities Essential Excellent/Professional telephone/reception manner Flexible approach to duties able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of excellence Proven good organisational skills Good IT skills including Microsoft packages Confidence to handle difficulty conversations with patients, relatives and carers Attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a busy team, adjust to change and motivate others Ability to work independently and as part of a team Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths Knowledge and Experience Desirable Previous receptionist experience in a healthcare or public setting Previous NHS experience Clerical/administrative experience including filing and/or reception work Aptitudes Essential Respecting Everyone Embracing change Recognising Success Working Together Skills and Abilities Essential Excellent/Professional telephone/reception manner Flexible approach to duties able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of excellence Proven good organisational skills Good IT skills including Microsoft packages Confidence to handle difficulty conversations with patients, relatives and carers Attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a busy team, adjust to change and motivate others Ability to work independently and as part of a team 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 University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) Address Bristol Royal Children's Hospital Upper Maudlin Street Bristol BS2 8BJ Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)