Overview
The post holder will be a member of the therapies assistant & administration team to ensure an efficient service is provided for adult patients and their carers attending clinics. They will also provide assistant cover to various therapies classes.
The Therapies department is split between three different sites within Dorchester, Weymouth and Charlton Down. They provide clinical appointments, as well as different classes and gym groups.
The post holder will work closely with the team to ensure the delivery of a high quality service. They will require the utilisation of good secretarial, clerical, communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
* Be a polite and helpful first point of contact for patients, staff, and visitors to the Therapies Department at Weymouth Community Hospital and the Outpatient Therapies Centre in Charlton Down.
* Make patient appointments and deal with enquiries from patients, staff and visitors by telephone, email, and face to face.
* Ensure the accurate sending and receiving of electronic data using hospital systems such as PAS and DPR.
* Provide assistant cover to various therapies classes as required.
* Work closely with the Therapies team to deliver a high quality service.
About the Trust and Values
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.
Additional Information
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, candidates should ensure submissions are truthful and accurately reflect their own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process.
Right to Work in the UK: 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. We are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.
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 tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values, search Dorset County Hospital online.
This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Feb 2026
#J-18808-Ljbffr