Job summary
We are seeking a highly motivated, organised and committed Administration Assistant to join our Hull & East Riding Tier 3 Specialist Weight Management Service.
Excellent communication and time management skills are essential for this role along with experience of working with electronic patient care records. An understanding of the importance of patient confidentiality and data protection is also paramount.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the jobCandidates require excellent organisational skills, should have the ability to accurately record information on patient records, be empathetic and able to communicate information effectively and be able to work both individually and as part of a team.Applicants who possess the required qualifications, knowledge, experience, and skills along with a desire to positively impact the lives of people living with obesity, are encouraged to apply.
The post will be based at Marfleet Health Centre in Hull
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Mark Doughty - Tier 3 Weight Management Service Manager on 078166453679 or email mark.doughty@nhs.net
Please note we reserve the right to close this job advert early where sufficient applications have been received.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration/Customer Service/Health and Social Care or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
- Word processing to RSA 3 standard or able to demonstrate equivalent level of skill
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in an office environment and carrying out general office/administrative procedures
- Experience of working within a health and social care setting
- Ability to act calmly in emergencies and to respond in a professional manner to stressful and challenging situations/behaviour
Desirable
- Experience of working within Obesity or Weight Management services
- Experience of record keeping or clinical data inputting into appropriate computer based programmes
- Previous NHS administration experience
- Previous supervisory experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of a range of administration procedures and practices
- Knowledge of a range of software programmes including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Have an understanding of and an interest in working with people living with Obesity
- Good IT skills
- Knowledge of NHS database systems
- Have an awareness of the treatment approaches for Obesity
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration/Customer Service/Health and Social Care or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
- Word processing to RSA 3 standard or able to demonstrate equivalent level of skill
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in an office environment and carrying out general office/administrative procedures
- Experience of working within a health and social care setting
- Ability to act calmly in emergencies and to respond in a professional manner to stressful and challenging situations/behaviour
Desirable
- Experience of working within Obesity or Weight Management services
- Experience of record keeping or clinical data inputting into appropriate computer based programmes
- Previous NHS administration experience
- Previous supervisory experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of a range of administration procedures and practices
- Knowledge of a range of software programmes including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Have an understanding of and an interest in working with people living with Obesity
- Good IT skills
- Knowledge of NHS database systems
- Have an awareness of the treatment approaches for Obesity
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).