Job summary
Elective admissions Lounge is a busy unit that admits patients on the day for surgery, requiring a minimum of one overnight stay. The role of ward clerk is to work as a part of a team , have a flexible and professional attitude to work and provide cross cover during periods of absence.
Main duties of the job
To provide flexible , and reliable reception and administratrion service to the department .
Use of Careflow computer system for various processes, including the updating of patient demographics, to check patient information and hospital activity.
Answer and respond to enquiries from patients , relatives, and visitors in the department efficiently and politely.
Request and electronically track patient records in and out of the department when required.
Prepare and check patient case notes ready for surgical procedures.
Be versatile and adaptable to the demands of the team, and willing to learn new skills.
Carry out general office duties incliuding filing, photocoying, use of emails.
Promote clear and effective communication between members of the multidisciplinary team.
About us
With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities.
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
Patients will experience improved care as well as fewer delays and cancellations. We are able to provide more once-in-a-lifetime specialist care region-wide. With our new trust size will come more opportunities for development, research, networking and innovation.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Elective admissions Lounge is a busy unit that admits patients on the day for surgery, requiring a minimum of one overnight stay.
The role of ward clerk is to work as a part of a team , have a flexible and professional attitude to work and provide cross cover during periods of absence.
To provide flexible , and reliable reception and administratrion service to the department .
Use of Careflow computer system for various processes, including the updating of patient demographics, to check patient information and hospital activity.
Answer and respond to enquiries from patients , relatives, and visitors in the department efficiently and politely.
Request and electronically track patient records in and out of the department when required.
Prepare and check patient case notes ready for surgical procedures.
Be versatile and adaptable to the demands of the team, and willing to learn new skills.
Carry out general office duties incliuding filing, photocoying, use of emails.
Promote clear and effective communication between members of the multidisciplinary team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Elective admissions Lounge is a busy unit that admits patients on the day for surgery, requiring a minimum of one overnight stay.
The role of ward clerk is to work as a part of a team , have a flexible and professional attitude to work and provide cross cover during periods of absence.
To provide flexible , and reliable reception and administratrion service to the department .
Use of Careflow computer system for various processes, including the updating of patient demographics, to check patient information and hospital activity.
Answer and respond to enquiries from patients , relatives, and visitors in the department efficiently and politely.
Request and electronically track patient records in and out of the department when required.
Prepare and check patient case notes ready for surgical procedures.
Be versatile and adaptable to the demands of the team, and willing to learn new skills.
Carry out general office duties incliuding filing, photocoying, use of emails.
Promote clear and effective communication between members of the multidisciplinary team.
Person Specification
Previous experience in reception duties.
Essential
- Previous experience in reception duties.
Desirable
- Previous NHS or Health Care experience
Skills and Knowledge.
Essential
- Good communication Skills
- Basic IT skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload.
Desirable
Person Specification
Previous experience in reception duties.
Essential
- Previous experience in reception duties.
Desirable
- Previous NHS or Health Care experience
Skills and Knowledge.
Essential
- Good communication Skills
- Basic IT skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload.
Desirable
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Mid and south Essex NHS foundation Trust- Southend University Hospital.
Prittlewell chase
Southend-on-sea. Essex
SS00RY
Employer's website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
