Bank Ward Clerk **Internal HDFT Applicants Only**
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Job summary
**Internal HDFT Applicants Only**
We are seeking highly compassionate and caring individuals to join our Bank Ward Clerk team. You will need to be highly motivated, enthusiastic and organised to be able to thrive in this role.
Our Bank Ward Clerk team support the Planned and Surgical Care wards to provide a high level of consistent cover whilst substantive Ward Clerks are away from work.
We provide cover to our wards 7 days a week in a variety of shifts such as:
8am-8pm
8am-4pm
8am-12pm
4pm-8pm
We are very interested in hearing from individuals who are able to work a range of the shifts described above.
Main duties of the job
The role of Ward Clerk is very varied. Some of the key tasks include:
- Being the first point of contact for patients, relatives and staff both face to face and on the telephone.
- Maintaining patient case notes to an excellent standard.
- Liaising with teams such as estates and porters to fulfill requirements for our wards and departments.
- Supporting the clinical teams with admin duties to allow them to provide hands on patient care.
- Updating and maintaining electronic inpatient records.
- Arrange appropriate follow up appointments as required.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference and Team of the Month Awards plus the Christmas Oscars.
- Employee Support and well being - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, well being and inclusion.
Details
Date posted
04 October 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£22,383 a year pro rata
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
421-PSC-0686R
Job locations
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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