Ward Clerk - Surgical Admissions Unit, Weekends and Evenings
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Job Summary
The Surgical Admissions Unit is the surgical front door and we receive referrals from Accident and Emergency, GPs, and consultant clinics as well as other hospitals. We look after patients from a wide range of specialties including Urology, Vascular, Upper GI, Colorectal, Breast, and Gynaecology. We have a wide patient group starting from the age of 16 and up. The Surgical Admissions Unit is looking for a highly motivated Ward Clerk to join us.
Shift Pattern
Week 1 & 3 - Mon & Fri 1400-2200, Sat & Sun 1400-2200
Week 2 & 4 - Tues & Wed & Thurs 1400-2200
This pattern can be adapted if required. It is also important to note that enhanced pay is applicable to the hours of this pattern.
Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Interview Date: TBC
Main Duties of the Job
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate should have a naturally organised, cheerful, calm persona; along with a good sense of humour! You will be required to manage multiple admin tasks at any given time during the working day, frequently communicating with the unit multi-disciplinary team, patients, and their relatives. The Surgical Admissions unit is a busy surgical ward, so if you like a challenge this could be the job for you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Numeracy and literacy
Desirable
* GCSE in Maths and English
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
* Good communication skills
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
* Basic computer skills
* Good telephone manner
Desirable
* Competent with PMS system
Experience
Desirable
* Previous hospital experience
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 Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Bournemouth, BH7 7DW
Employer's website: https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers
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