Ward Clerk

Job summary

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic member of staff to work alongside the multidisciplinary team on Llewellyn ward at Bronllys Hospital.

We are committed to providing safe and high-quality patient care and as such, we require an efficient and effective ward clerk to support the team in this process.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the ward clerk on a busy ward are to ensure that the administration side of the ward runs efficiently and smoothly. This includes obtaining patient notes, filing of nursing/medical documents, answering telephone enquiries, stock ordering and plenty more.

The recent introduction of digital nursing records means having an IT background would be advantageous, as usage of multiple IT systems is a daily part of this role. Also, some knowledge/experience of the demands of a clinical environment would be desirable and beneficial.

If you enjoy being part of a pro-active team and you are enthusiastic, motivated and dedicated to assisting in the delivery of quality care we would like to hear from you.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Powys is cited as being a wonderful place to live and work; a rural health setting where you can personally and professionally grow, where patients are at the heart of care provision. If you are an ambitious professional in search of job satisfaction, Powys is the place to be. Whatever your career aspirations, we are committed to supporting and developing you.

Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the population of Powys. Powys is the largest county in Wales with Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South, the spectacular scenery is something to behold. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care and range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference.

Did you know - Powys Teaching Health Board accepts applications to retire and return from within the NHS in Wales. If you would like to know more, please contact the Powys Teaching Health Board Workforce team on 01874 712580 or powys.workforcegeneralenquiries@wales.nhs.uk

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Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.