Job summary An opportunity has arisen for 2 x Full Time positions (37.5hours weekly) for the role of Outpatient Receptionist & Call Centre Clerk. The successful candidates must be customer care focused, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to welcome patients attending outpatient clinics, directing them efficiently to the correct department as well as providing a high-quality service in the call centre. Excellent organisational skills and an ability to work under pressure are essential requirements together with great attention to detail for ensuring data is recorded accurately onto the patient administration system to manage the booking of designated follow up clinics. The post holders will be given full training to enable them to work in different reception areas covered by the central team including a busy call centre. The standard hours of work are between 08:00 - 18:00 Monday to Friday with a 1-hour lunch break. Contract includes some weekend working. Main duties of the job To provide a professional front of house and telephone service. To provide an efficient and high quality service in the busy call centre, reporting any issues to supervisor/team leader. To receive and process paper reconciliation slips efficiently and quickly whilst helping to maintain National and local standards. To input and update the Trust's PAS system, ensuring accurate patient computer records are maintained whilst achieving a high standard of data quality. To arrange outpatient appointments in accordance with the agreed booking rules. To process outpatient emails professionally and efficiently. Be prepared to change duties at short notice to cover a different areas as and when needed. To keep up to date with departmental and organisational changes in order to provide a responsive and efficient service. Maintain strict confidentiality at all times, relating to staff, patients and the Trusts operations. About us Supporting our vision and values Our Vision is to be a first-class provider of sustainable healthcare services, delivering the best possible care for our patients; and being a great place to work for our people. Our Proud to CARE philosophy supports this vision - and we all play a part in achieving it, by living up to the values we promise to our patients and each other. As members of staff we will always: COMPASSION - treating everyone with kindness - welcoming diversity and inclusion, considering individual needs; and challenging inappropriate behaviours outside of our values AMBITION - Aspiring to be the best - reaching high standards, providing exceptional care and services; and achieving measurable improvements in people's health and wellbeing RESPECT - Valuing and appreciating everyone - listening, learning and acting on their experiences, being open and honest; and recognising that working with others brings benefits ENCOURAGEMENT- Opportunities for all - supporting education and development, helping people to bring their improvement ideas to life and speak-up; and getting everyone involved in our future Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 166-S&P- 6793233 Job locations Chesterfield Royal Hospital Calow Chesterfield S44 5BL Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that are required. Follow us on Facebook and on Twitter: hrcrhft WellbeingCRH royalhospital Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that are required. Follow us on Facebook and on Twitter: hrcrhft WellbeingCRH royalhospital Person Specification Qualifications Essential Education to GCSE standard (or equivalent) Experience Essential Previous Telephone Experience Previous experience working with the general public Experience of accurate data input Proficient use of MS Office Experience of working in a team Previous Reception Experience Desirable Previous Call Centre Experience Use of the PAS System Previous experience in a Healthcare environment Skills Essential Good Organisation Skills Ability to work under pressure Ability to prioritise own workload Excellent Attention to Detail Desirable Problem solving skills Time management skills Demonstrate forward thinking Methodical approach to decision making Personal Attributes Essential Good communication skills Professional manner Ability to work as part of a team Good interpersonal skills Flexibility/Adaptability Excellent Listening Skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential Education to GCSE standard (or equivalent) Experience Essential Previous Telephone Experience Previous experience working with the general public Experience of accurate data input Proficient use of MS Office Experience of working in a team Previous Reception Experience Desirable Previous Call Centre Experience Use of the PAS System Previous experience in a Healthcare environment Skills Essential Good Organisation Skills Ability to work under pressure Ability to prioritise own workload Excellent Attention to Detail Desirable Problem solving skills Time management skills Demonstrate forward thinking Methodical approach to decision making Personal Attributes Essential Good communication skills Professional manner Ability to work as part of a team Good interpersonal skills Flexibility/Adaptability Excellent Listening 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. Employer details Employer name Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Chesterfield Royal Hospital Calow Chesterfield S44 5BL Employer's website https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)