Job summary As a Administration Assistant you will enjoy working directly with patients to resolve their queries and recognise the importance of first class communication skills to achieve patient satisfaction. The primary objective is to provide Excellent customer service Effective and timely resolution of queries received To support the Trust in providing quality care to its patient Please note there is a proposed interview date of 2nd May 2025. Please note that sponsorship is not eligible for this position.Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. Main duties of the job To assist with the implementation and maintain an efficient office management system/procedures to enable the Department to optimize their standards of service. Deal with all telephone calls relating to the outpatient appointment, ensuring all calls are dealt with in a polite, pleasant and professional manner. Book new and follow-up appointments according to the Patient Access policy ensuring that all appointments are made within waiting time targets. Maintain high quality standards by ensuring that the data entered onto Trust systems is accurate, complete and up to date. Systems include Electronic Patient Record (EPR) Obtain confidential information from patients or their relatives and record this on the hospital's computerised system. About us University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. Date posted 08 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,625 to £25,674 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 218-AC-B3-7117932 Job locations University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Job description Job responsibilities Supporting team members within department which will require undertaking appropriate training to provide cross-cover on a reciprocal basis in the absence of colleagues. Ensure that your work area and equipment and left in good working condition on a daily basis Ensure that all Trust wide standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality and total care to all who come in contact with services provided by University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust. Comply with the principles of risk management including health and safety legislation, promoting high standards and acting immediately on hazards or unsafe practices in conjunction with other staff. For further details please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities Supporting team members within department which will require undertaking appropriate training to provide cross-cover on a reciprocal basis in the absence of colleagues. Ensure that your work area and equipment and left in good working condition on a daily basis Ensure that all Trust wide standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality and total care to all who come in contact with services provided by University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust. Comply with the principles of risk management including health and safety legislation, promoting high standards and acting immediately on hazards or unsafe practices in conjunction with other staff. For further details please see the attached job description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential see supporting documents Experience Essential see supporting documents Desirable see supporting documents Knowledge Essential see supporting documents Desirable see supporting documents Skills Essential see supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential see supporting documents Person Specification Qualifications Essential see supporting documents Experience Essential see supporting documents Desirable see supporting documents Knowledge Essential see supporting documents Desirable see supporting documents Skills Essential see supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential see supporting documents 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 University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Address University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)