Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Ward Clerk to join the Children's Services. The post holder will participate in the day to day activities and will provide patient admin support to the ward staff within this busy unit. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated ward clerk to join Ward 12 at Bradford Royal Infirmary.
Ward 12 is the Children's Daycase unit works closely with Ward 30/32 of our Children and Young People's unit. The unit has 15 patient beds and is a busy ward supporting elective day case admissions. The unit opens from 7.30-8pm. You will be working within a friendly multi- disciplinary team from multiple specialities and disciplines such as Surgery and Medicine
You will be based on ward 12 but may occasionally be required to support on ward 30/32 (the Clinical Decisions Unit).
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be expected to provide a range of clerical duties to support the team in delivering a high quality service. Excellent communication and people skills are essential to this post and the individual would have to display good interpersonal skills at interview. Education to GCSE standard (or equivalent) and previous clerical experience are essential.
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand-new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent
- Good general education
Desirable
- If an appropriate speed and accuracy of typing is required for this role and this will be assessed at interview
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing
- Literate and numerate
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using Microsoft Office applications
- Previous experience in a secretarial / administrative role
Desirable
- Experience of working in health service
- Knowledge / experience of EPR
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent
- Good general education
Desirable
- If an appropriate speed and accuracy of typing is required for this role and this will be assessed at interview
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing
- Literate and numerate
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using Microsoft Office applications
- Previous experience in a secretarial / administrative role
Desirable
- Experience of working in health service
- Knowledge / experience of EPR
- Knowledge of medical terminology
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
