Receptionist/Admin Support

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

An excellent opportunity has arisen to work as a Receptionist and admin support worker at our Kingsway hospital site.

We are looking for a proactive and organized individual to serve as the first point of contact for our hospital wards ensuring visitors and patients are warmly welcomed and supported. The role encompasses a diverse range of responsibilities, offering an engaging and rewarding work environment.

This post will include regular weekend and evening work.

Main duties of the job

Please see the attached job description for further information regarding the main duties of this job.

About us

Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.

CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive andproud about working for the trust."

Date posted

14 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

383-FAC-5267-24

Job locations

Kingsway Hospital Site

Derby

DE22 3LZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

- Front Desk Management

- Greet visitors and patients professionally and courteously, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

-Telephone and Inquiry Handling. Responding to telephone calls promptly, ensuring inquiries are handled with efficiency and professionalism.

-Relay messages accurately in accordance with Trust Policies and Procedures.

-Assist with administrative tasks, including room bookings, data input, and word processing, to ensure smooth ward operations.

-Provide general office support, such as filing, document preparation, and managing correspondence.

-Coordinate transportation services as needed.-Act as a communication link between the ward and services such as Estates, Porters, and IT, reporting and following up on any issues.

-Provide support during staff absences by adapting to changing priorities and ensuring continuity of service.

Skills and Attributes Required

To excel in this role, you should:

-Possess strong organizational and communication skills.

-Demonstrate professionalism in dealing with patients, staff, and external agencies.

-Be proficient in administrative tools, such as word processing and data input.

This position offers a fulfilling experience where no two days are the same. You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facility and in delivering exceptional service to all visitors and staff.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

- Front Desk Management

- Greet visitors and patients professionally and courteously, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

-Telephone and Inquiry Handling. Responding to telephone calls promptly, ensuring inquiries are handled with efficiency and professionalism.

-Relay messages accurately in accordance with Trust Policies and Procedures.

-Assist with administrative tasks, including room bookings, data input, and word processing, to ensure smooth ward operations.

-Provide general office support, such as filing, document preparation, and managing correspondence.

-Coordinate transportation services as needed.-Act as a communication link between the ward and services such as Estates, Porters, and IT, reporting and following up on any issues.

-Provide support during staff absences by adapting to changing priorities and ensuring continuity of service.

Skills and Attributes Required

To excel in this role, you should:

-Possess strong organizational and communication skills.

-Demonstrate professionalism in dealing with patients, staff, and external agencies.

-Be proficient in administrative tools, such as word processing and data input.

This position offers a fulfilling experience where no two days are the same. You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facility and in delivering exceptional service to all visitors and staff.

Person Specification

Qualities

Essential

  • Excellent customer care skills
  • Experience using Microsoft computer packages
  • Willingness to undertake a wide range of administrative duties
  • Previous clerical/administration experience
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to manage and prioritise workload

Desirable

  • Previous 'front of house' experience
  • Previous telephony experience
  • Previous administration or reception experience

Experience

Desirable

  • Previous reception or admin experience
Person Specification

Qualities

Essential

  • Excellent customer care skills
  • Experience using Microsoft computer packages
  • Willingness to undertake a wide range of administrative duties
  • Previous clerical/administration experience
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to manage and prioritise workload

Desirable

  • Previous 'front of house' experience
  • Previous telephony experience
  • Previous administration or reception experience

Experience

Desirable

  • Previous reception or admin 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

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingsway Hospital Site

Derby

DE22 3LZ


Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingsway Hospital Site

Derby

DE22 3LZ


Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Switchboard & Reception Manager

Sanya Asghar

sanya.asghar2@nhs.net

01332623700

Date posted

14 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

383-FAC-5267-24

Job locations

Kingsway Hospital Site

Derby

DE22 3LZ


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