Receptionist/Ward Clerk

Job summary

An exciting opportunityhas arisen for a Receptionist/Ward Clerk to join our administrative team supporting the chemotherapy day unit and Turner ward at Torbay Hospital.

Working with colleagues in a friendly and supportive team where everyone has the opportunity to be the best they can be and contribute to high-quality service given to Cancer patients attending the Ricky Grant Day Unit and Turner Ward.

Working hours are 30 hrs per week, worked within an eight week rota to include some weekends and bank holidays.

The working day is from 08.00 to 18.00hrs .

Please note: We are recruiting to two 30-hour posts within this advert. One post will be offered on a permanent contract, and the second post will be offered on a fixed-term contract for 12 months. Candidates will be considered for both opportunities as part of this recruitment process.

For further information, please contact Alison King Practice Manager on 01803 655017

Main duties of the job

• The team provide all administrative support including clinic preparation of hospital notes, appointments, reception, ward clerk duties and telephone calls on a rotational basis, covering both Ricky Grant Day Unit and Turner Ward.
• The successful applicant will be educated to GCSE level with a IT experience and will have proven experience of working in an administrative role.
• Attention to detail is a vital for this role together with accurate keyboard skills, good customer care skills and a pleasant manner to patients and staff. Knowledge of hospital systems would be of benefit.

About us

Why Work With Us

We are committed to providing a positive and professional service which we achieve by dedication and motivation. We value honesty and respect, as everyone counts.

This role seeks to support the delivery of an effective, patient orientated, and values led service to Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust. This includes the provision of high-quality administration and reception services to support the efficient and effective running of the Ricky Grant Day Unit and Turner Ward.