Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to apply for a position as a full-time band 2 Ward Clerk at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, within the Informatics & Patient Administration Directorate (Corporate).
This is 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday - 0800-1600.
The hours and days are non-negotiable due to service need.
Main duties, tasks & skills required
As a ward clerk, you are the first point of contact and are based on the ward's reception desk, welcoming and answering patients' and visitors' queries on the ward and answering the telephone.
The role will consist of a strong emphasis on data quality, customer care, taking a lead role in maintaining accurate patient notes, filing, and inputting data on the Trust electronic patient administration system PAS Oceano at all times. Provide full admin and clerical support to the ward multidisciplinary team. Effective teamwork and a keen focus on the Trust's Vision & Values are essential.
The successful applicant will have a good level of education and be able to demonstrate excellent motivational, organisational, and communication skills, while having the ability to stay focused in a busy environment. You will also have good keyboard skills with a high level of accuracy and the ability to work individually and as part of a team.
Minimum Requirements
* Good General Education (eg. GCSE English and Maths A-C)
* Previous clerical experience working in a customer-facing environment
* Experience of dealing with the Public/Customer service experience
* Experience of using IT systems
* Work effectively and flexibly as part of a team to meet the needs of the services
* Confident in dealing with people at all levels
* Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of equality and diversity
* Mature open and flexible approach to work
* Demonstrates care and compassion
* Ability to travel to multiple sites
* Ability to handle cash & valuables
* Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr