We are pleased to offer a part time, Band 2 Ward Clerk post to work on the Acute Medical Unit at The Royal Oldham Hospital.
You will provide a wide range of administrative and clerical duties to the ward / unit staff and be responsible for the safe keeping and availability of all clinical records relating to patients and the smooth running of the ward / department. You will also provide general assistance to the ward / unit staff.
• Provide general non-clinical advice, information and guidance of ancillary services directly to patients, clients, relatives and carer
• Accurately file reports, notes and results efficiently
• Participate in any new directions, which ensure smooth running of the service
• Show initiative and carry out duties safely and competently and where necessary, train new staff
• Respond to telephone enquiries from hospital staff and patients efficiently and conscientiously
• Attend and participate in regular staff meetings
• Provide cover for sickness absence and annual leave within the department
• General clerical duties ,as required, within the department
• Ensure patient case notes are available, maintained and up to date
• Data input on the Patient Administration System (PAS), in line with the Trust Waiting List and outpatient’s procedures and policies.
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential tomake a differenceand we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values -care,appreciateandinspire– to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
This advert closes on Wednesday 20 Nov 2024