Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Ward Clerk - Ward 28 - 20hpw

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Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals who enjoys the challenge of working in an environment where no two days are the same and who can provide administrative support to a busy ward

A good standard of general education, previous NHS clerical experience and excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.

Main duties of the job

The prime responsibilities of the post holder will be to assist the nursing teams of the department with a variety of administrative and clerical duties. The successful applicants will work as part of a team and be responsible for the provision of a high quality administrative service to the ward.

The role is for one full time 37.5hrs per week over five days, and a part time role for 19.5hrs per week, to jointly cover a seven day service.

For further information or an informal discussion about this position please contact Ward Manager Jemma Callaghan, 01274 382704

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.

Details

Date posted

25 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year £20,270 to £21,318 per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

389-24-6147463-A

Job locations

Bradford Royal Infirmary

Duckworth Lane

Bradford

BD9 6RJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake administrative duties at ward level including the accurate and timely recording of patient activity data on Trust systems. To undertake clerical and related duties on the ward and enable Sister/Charge Nurse and other ward staff to concentrate more freely on direct patient care. This will involve considerable liaison with other departments and wards on behalf of the ward staff.

The jobholder will contribute to the maintenance of an environment for effective care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake administrative duties at ward level including the accurate and timely recording of patient activity data on Trust systems. To undertake clerical and related duties on the ward and enable Sister/Charge Nurse and other ward staff to concentrate more freely on direct patient care. This will involve considerable liaison with other departments and wards on behalf of the ward staff.

The jobholder will contribute to the maintenance of an environment for effective care.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of using Microsoft Office applications
  • Previous NHS experience in a secretarial / administrative role for a minimum of 1 year

Desirable

  • Knowledge / experience of PAS
  • Knowledge of medical terminology

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent
  • Good general education

Desirable

  • RSA II typing/Word processing or equivalent

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of using Microsoft Office applications
  • Previous NHS experience in a secretarial / administrative role for a minimum of 1 year

Desirable

  • Knowledge / experience of PAS
  • Knowledge of medical terminology

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent
  • Good general education

Desirable

  • RSA II typing/Word processing or equivalent

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing

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

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bradford Royal Infirmary

Duckworth Lane

Bradford

BD9 6RJ


Employer's website

https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bradford Royal Infirmary

Duckworth Lane

Bradford

BD9 6RJ


Employer's website

https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Jemma Callaghan

Jemma.Callaghan@bthft.nhs.uk

01274382704

Details

Date posted

25 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year £20,270 to £21,318 per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

389-24-6147463-A

Job locations

Bradford Royal Infirmary

Duckworth Lane

Bradford

BD9 6RJ


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