Job summary
Working flexibly, the post holder will ensure that they provide a patient focused service in person and on the telephone for sexual health and HIV patients wanting appointments with and under the care of West Middlesex Hospital and Sexual Health Hounslow, maintaining a welcoming and pleasant environment for patients at all times.
They will ensure that all patient data is entered into the GUM/HIV EPR in a timely and accurate manner.
This role will include close liaison with the multidisciplinary team of Medical staff, Health Advisers, as well as other Trust wards and departments to ensure continuity of patient care.
Main duties of the job
To receive all patients and other visitors into the department in a professional, polite and friendly manner.
To advise patients of current and approximate waiting times in liaison with nursing and medical team and ensure patients are made aware of any relevant information.
When on reception, update pt. DNA's and attend patients using Cerner, and Lilie EPR systems.
To enter all new patients' full details accurately onto appropriate systems.
To be responsible for maintaining accurate patients' demographic detail and report any duplicate patient registrations to the Senior Patient Care Coordinator.
To ensure that all indicators are correctly inputted regarding consent of letters.
To manage all calls efficiently and professionally within the identified performance standards.
To note any change in circumstances e.g. GP contact details and addresses are entered onto EPR. Check with the patient at every visit that all the above information is accurate.
To work a flexible rota system for the Service, including late clinics and the occasional Saturday clinic and providing clerical support to outreach clinics.
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."
If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To receive all patients and other visitors into the department in a professional, polite and friendly manner.
To advise patients of current and approximate waiting times in liaison with nursing and medical team and ensure patients are made aware of any relevant information.
When on reception, update pt. DNAs and attend patients using Cerner, and Lilie EPR systems.
To enter all new patients full details accurately onto appropriate systems.
To be responsible for maintaining accurate patients demographic detail and report any duplicate patient registrations to the Senior Patient Care Coordinator.
To ensure that all indicators are correctly inputted regarding consent of letters.
To manage all calls efficiently and professionally within the identified performance standards.
To note any change in circumstances e.g. GP contact details and addresses are entered onto EPR. Check with the patient at every visit that all the above information is accurate.
To work a flexible rota system for the Service, including late clinics and the occasional Saturday clinic and providing clerical support to outreach clinics.
To accurately process all new HIV patients onto Cerner under a medical number.
To effectively diffuse difficult situations with patients and refer to the Sexual Health Hounslow Charge Nurse.
Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To receive all patients and other visitors into the department in a professional, polite and friendly manner.
To advise patients of current and approximate waiting times in liaison with nursing and medical team and ensure patients are made aware of any relevant information.
When on reception, update pt. DNAs and attend patients using Cerner, and Lilie EPR systems.
To enter all new patients full details accurately onto appropriate systems.
To be responsible for maintaining accurate patients demographic detail and report any duplicate patient registrations to the Senior Patient Care Coordinator.
To ensure that all indicators are correctly inputted regarding consent of letters.
To manage all calls efficiently and professionally within the identified performance standards.
To note any change in circumstances e.g. GP contact details and addresses are entered onto EPR. Check with the patient at every visit that all the above information is accurate.
To work a flexible rota system for the Service, including late clinics and the occasional Saturday clinic and providing clerical support to outreach clinics.
To accurately process all new HIV patients onto Cerner under a medical number.
To effectively diffuse difficult situations with patients and refer to the Sexual Health Hounslow Charge Nurse.
Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
- Excellent standard of spoken and written English
- Recognised qualification in Customer Care NVQ Level 3 or relevant Experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public in a customer facing or administrative rolee
- Accurate computer data entry skills
- Clerical/Reception/Organisational administration experience
- Experience of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a health care setting and using NHS information/ERP systems
- Experience of working in Sexual Health and HIV
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Excellent telephone skills
- Excellent keyboard and IT skills including use of Outlook, Word and Excel
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- To be able to manage difficult situations
- Able to prioritise workload
Desirable
- Worked previous in an NHS outpatient area or an equivalent NHS setting such as Primary Care
- Able to be confident and professional when dealing with patients behaviour
- Familiar with NHS computer appointment and booking systems
- Experience of working with patients in an NHS setting
Personal qualities
Essential
- To be able to work on own initiative and within a team
- Willingness to work flexibly within a team
- Ability to work under pressure and to a schedule
- Non-judgemental attitude
- Punctual and committed
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
- Excellent standard of spoken and written English
- Recognised qualification in Customer Care NVQ Level 3 or relevant Experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public in a customer facing or administrative rolee
- Accurate computer data entry skills
- Clerical/Reception/Organisational administration experience
- Experience of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a health care setting and using NHS information/ERP systems
- Experience of working in Sexual Health and HIV
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Excellent telephone skills
- Excellent keyboard and IT skills including use of Outlook, Word and Excel
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- To be able to manage difficult situations
- Able to prioritise workload
Desirable
- Worked previous in an NHS outpatient area or an equivalent NHS setting such as Primary Care
- Able to be confident and professional when dealing with patients behaviour
- Familiar with NHS computer appointment and booking systems
- Experience of working with patients in an NHS setting
Personal qualities
Essential
- To be able to work on own initiative and within a team
- Willingness to work flexibly within a team
- Ability to work under pressure and to a schedule
- Non-judgemental attitude
- Punctual and committed
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
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cross Site - Isleworth, Hounslow & Feltham Clinics
Twickenham House
Isleworth
TW7 6AF
Employer's website
https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)