Ward Clerk

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive individual to provide comprehensive and confidential administrative and clerical activities for Ward 53 at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust. The successful candidate will be expected to meet the needs of the Stroke Department in accordance with Departmental, Trust and National standards, policies and procedures. The individual will be able to effectively communicate related information and advice to enable the multi-disciplinary team to achieve operational excellence.

Please be advised sponsorship is not eligible for this post.

Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.

Please note there is a provisional interview date of 17th April 2025.

Main duties of the job

• Act as the first point of contact for dealing with routine enquiries and take action as necessary liaising with others as appropriate.
• Communicate with staff, patients and/or external organisations using appropriate methods.
• Maintain both manual and electronic filing systems and databases, as required by the department and Trust policies, ensuring all documents are accurately and appropriately archived.
• Maintain an efficient and comprehensive administrative service, including photocopying, providing support to the departments and other team members as requested.

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 Excellencedesignated 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.