Speech and Language Therapy Administration Assistant
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Job summary
We are delighted to advertise this part-time Band 3 Administration post based within the Adult Speech and Language Therapy service at Darent Valley Hospital in Dartford (0.4wte/15hours split over 2 or 3 days - weekends not required). The salary includes a cost of living supplement (5%).
The post will provide administration to the Macmillan SLT service, which supports inpatients & outpatients with cancer experiencing communication and swallowing disorders. The successful candidate will be highly proficient and have experience in the use of key computer packages.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to:
Create, maintain and update documents and spreadsheets under guidance from the therapists
Deal with appointment scheduling and patient-related correspondence/emails/telephone calls
Disseminate information involving sensitive, confidential & potentially emotive patient information under information governance guidelines
Maintain and order equipment to ensure stock levels
Prioritise work according to deadlines
Provide basic admin cover when the SLT Team Admin Lead is absent
For all tasks, working in a professional and timely manner, and having an eye for detail are essential, as is strong teamworking.
It is also desirable to have prior knowledge and experience of working in a healthcare setting.
The chosen candidate will receive support from the well-established Macmillan SLT Team as well as the Departmental Admin Lead. They will be joining an energetic, friendly, flexible and innovative department.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Details
Date posted
22 March 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,008 to £25,553 a year pa
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
252-6159943
Job locations
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer's website
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