Job overview
We are looking for enthusiastic and organised individuals to join our team. The post holders will require excellent communication skills, have a very positive and flexible approach to the needs of the service, be motivated and ready for the next challenge and also enjoy working as part of a very busy team.
Knowledge of WPAS/IFIT and previous Health Records experience is desirable, however full in house training will be provided.
Main duties of the job
The Health Records Department at Ty Samlet, Swansea currently has the following positions available:
Position one : Monday - Friday 3pm - 7pm 20 hour post
Position two: Monday-Friday 5pm -9pm 20 hour post
Position three: Friday 4pm -9pm, Saturday 8am-4.30pm, Sunday 9am-12pm (16 hour post)
Position four: Saturday 8am-4.30pm, Sunday 9am-12pm & Monday 4pm -9pm (16 hour post)
Position five: Saturday 8am-4.30pm, Sunday 9am-12pm, Monday & Tuesday 4pm-9pm (21 hour post)
there may be a requirement to participate in the health records on call service along with supporting the service across Morriston/Singleton and Neath hospitals when necessary in line with working patterns
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Educated to NVQ Level 2 or able to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge, skills and experience
2. Educated to GCSE grades A-C or level 2 or equivalent in Maths and English.
Desirable criteria
3. Knowledge or experience of WPAS/IFIT or similar NHS systems
Experience
Essential criteria
4. Experienced of using Microsoft office suite including virtual platforms
Aptitude and abilities
Essential criteria
5. Adhere to and can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours
6. Able to demonstrate team working
7. Able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others
8. Ability to work in a busy, sometimes stressful environment, and to deal with interruptions
9. Ability to communicate with patients and staff on a face-to-face, telephone or virtual.
10. Ability to make decisions in accordance with agreed departmental protocols
11. Ability to plan and organise own time to facilitate the safe management of case notes
Desirable criteria
12. Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Other
Essential criteria
13. Ability to travel within geographical area. Able to work hours flexibly
14. Commitment to self-development and to seek out learning to meet the needs of the service
15. Ability to undertake light manual handling duties when retrieving, transporting and filing case notes/documents or other relevant information; using equipment complying with SBU policy and procedures
Swansea Bay University Health Board is committed to supporting its staff and processes to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing service users experience. In our commitment to increase the number of staff able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
Equality remains at the centre of the Health Boards policy-making, service delivery and employment practices. We value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from people from protected groups under the Equality Act 2010, this specifically includes age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race, religion, disability, pregnancy and maternity and marriage and civil partnership.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable