Part Time Administration Assistant - The Lakes, Colchester
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
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Previous applicants need not apply.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a permanent part time Administration Assistant based at The Lakes, Turner Road, Colchester.
We are looking for someone with the ability and confidence to use their own initiative and prioritise tasks. The post holder must possess excellent communication skills and relevant administrative experience, must be flexible and have attention to detail.
The role will involve providing support to our clinical colleagues with administrative tasks by providing front line support both face to face and over the telephone. The hours required are Thursday and Friday 9 am to 5 pm. We will offer you support, supervision, training and the opportunity for personal development.
You will also need to be computer literate with experience of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. You will be given full training on the various systems that we use.
We are looking for someone with a positive and compassionate approach to supporting patient care. The role will also include telephone calls and face to face contact with our patients and due to the nature of the services we carry out administrative support for, these can sometimes be distressing.
Main duties of the job
* To provide a comprehensive administration service and functions within the Trusts' Localities.
* The service will ensure the timely and accurate recording of all activity across services using Trust information systems.
* The post holder will require a team approach to ensure cover for absence across all services / locations and may be required to relocate to provide this cover.
* Due to the nature of the role, a strong emphasis is placed on safeguarding confidentiality.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who share our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including:
* Season Ticket Loans
* NHS discounts for staff
* Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
* Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
* The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
* Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment.
Job responsibilities
You will be required to handle administrative tasks on behalf of the multi-disciplinary clinical staff and managers in a polite and efficient manner.
You must be able to build effective working relationships, be approachable and accessible with a flexible approach to work. This is an excellent career development opportunity for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual who wishes to pursue an administrative career in the NHS.
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