Job summary
The Epilepsy Service, based within the Neurology Department, are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Sodium Valproate Epilepsy Coordinator to support the delivery of the Sodium Valproate service.
The postholder will provide comprehensive administrative support to Consultants and Clinical Nurse Specialists within the service.
The postholder will need to be highly motivated, flexible to the needs of the service and multi skilled with excellent organisational and data skills. Excellent communication skills will also be required to facilitate effective working relationships.
It is vitally important that we provide a high quality service to patients, therefore if you are interested in joining a highly motivated team, it would be great to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The successful post holder will be a highly motivated team player, with administrative experience and sound clerical skills.
Excellent computer literacy is essential for the role, which will include the use of Microsoft Office packages and relevant databases. The post holder must be highly organised, self-motivated with a flexible approach to work, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A clear understanding of patient confidentiality and being able to work to deadlines is also required.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general education
- RSA 3 or equivalent experience in typing/word processing
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience. Audio typing and transcription typing.
Desirable
- Shorthand/speed writing
- Working towards management/supervisory qualification AMSPAR
Experience
Essential
- Advanced experience of secretarial/administrative work
- Demonstrable experience of working in a busy / demanding office environment
- Experience of using initiative
- Experience of dealing with complex confidential issues
- Experience of dealing with the public
Desirable
- Database management experience
- Demonstrable experience of multi-disciplinary team working
Skills
Essential
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software, and email and arrange of IT software packages
- Database management
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
- Ability to prioritise workload
- To function efficiently under pressure and to meet deadlines
Desirable
- Proficient in other software packages
Special Knowledge
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general education
- RSA 3 or equivalent experience in typing/word processing
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience. Audio typing and transcription typing.
Desirable
- Shorthand/speed writing
- Working towards management/supervisory qualification AMSPAR
Experience
Essential
- Advanced experience of secretarial/administrative work
- Demonstrable experience of working in a busy / demanding office environment
- Experience of using initiative
- Experience of dealing with complex confidential issues
- Experience of dealing with the public
Desirable
- Database management experience
- Demonstrable experience of multi-disciplinary team working
Skills
Essential
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software, and email and arrange of IT software packages
- Database management
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
- Ability to prioritise workload
- To function efficiently under pressure and to meet deadlines
Desirable
- Proficient in other software packages
Special Knowledge
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).
