Podiatry Booking Office Administrator

Job summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and committed administrator to join our booking office for Podiatry at Chard Community Hospital.

This is a busy role with a high volume of calls and would suit a customer care driven individual who is able to use their initiative and can cope with the demands of the service and work effectively as team member.

As a team we are proud of our efficiency and high levels of patient care, we provide all new team members with a supportive and friendly working environment to develop and grow knowledge and skills.

Main duties of the job

As a Booking Office Administrator, you'll become an integral member of the Podiatry Team providing effective administrative support to the Service.

The role is busy and varied and we are looking for someone who will be able to work in a fast-paced environment with excellent communication skills.

The majority of the role is telephone based and the team are the 1st point of contact for patients accessing Podiatry, so you'll need to have excellent telephone skills as well as face to face communication skills and on occasion be able to deal with difficult conversations. The role will support community and acute podiatry.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.