Job overview
We are seeking an organised and reliable Ward Clerk to provide administrative and clerical support to the ward team. The post is for up to 22.5 hours per week with flexible working hours, including cover for sickness and annual leave.
This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for someone to join our teams on Lulworth and Abbotsbury Ward, this role will enable you to be the welcoming face for all out patients and visitors.
Both wards are friendly, professional and have successful teams, providing the ideal environment for applicants to develop their knowledge, skills and competency. Team work is essential and the Ward Clerk role is vital in facilitating safe patient discharge, accurate filing and record keeping and maintaining good communication between the members of the Multidisciplinary teams.
The successful applicant will be joining a positive, friendly and supportive team focused on goals driven by patient experience and evidence based best practice.
Main duties of the job
We are committed to providing you with the skills you require to work in this exciting, high performing environment and the successful candidate will be mentored and supported with opportunities to further their career.
If you possess good organisational & interpersonal skills, enjoy working as part of a team and are willing to adapt and implement change, we would love to hear from you.
Main tasks and responsibilities will be to collate, order and process patient records using hospital computer systems, provide support to patients, with a personal approach in the reception areas. The post holder will also be required to provide admin support to the nurses on the ward when required. All detailed further in the Person Specification and Job Description.
Applications would be welcome from individuals with IT/clerical skills or the willingness to develop these. Full in-house training and support will be given to the successful candidate.
Working for our organisation
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.
Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Person specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
* Educated to GCSE level or equivalent in English and Maths
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
* Previous experience within a clerical capacity
* An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained
Desirable criteria
* Previous experience working with patient Administration Systems
Skills & Abilities
Essential criteria
* Evidence of keyboard skills
* Evidence of ability to work on own initiative but also as part of a team
* Ability to prioritise workload
* Evidence of ability to communicate with all levels of staff and members of the general public
* Evidence of ability to work within specified standards and timescales
Our Mission
Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.
Our Vision
Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
Our Values
Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.
The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly.
Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion.
You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.