Ward Clerk - Lascelles
The closing date is 25 August 2025
Job summary
Are you organised, proactive and thrive when working in a team? If so, this role is for you! We are looking for a hard working individual to join our team on Lascelles Ward in the role of Ward Clerk.
Lascelles ward is a 13 bed mixed sex ward specialising in providing inpatient rehabilitation for adults living with a variety of neurological conditions such as head injuries, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, motor neurone disease, Guillain-Barre syndrome and patients who have suffered strokes.
The successful candidate will need excellent communication skills and be able to prioritise your own workload which can vary regularly throughout a busy day.
We are willing to hear from anyone who has administration skills, is happy and able to work primarily on a computer and can display our Trust values in their day to day work.
Main duties of the job
The role of the Ward Clerk is extremely 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 patients case notes to an excellent standard.
- Supporting the clinical teams with admin duties to allow them to provide hands on patients care.
- Updating and maintaining electronic inpatient records.
- Booking follow up appointments for patients after discharge.
- Be able to provide an efficient and effective administration service to the entire ward.
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, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - 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, wellbeing and inclusion.
Details
Date posted
12 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
421-LTUCC-3222C
Job locations
Lascelles Neuro Rehab Unit
Highgate Park
Harrogate
HG1 4PA
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Lascelles Neuro Rehab Unit
Highgate Park
Harrogate
HG1 4PA
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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