Job summary
Ward Clerk | Gatwick Park Hospital | Horley, West Sussex | Full-time | Permanent Gatwick Park Hospital are looking for a Ward Clerk to join their established team at their hospital located in Horley.
Main duties of the job
To be a member of the ward team, responsible for providing administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the ward for patients, visitors and staff. To work with staff of all disciplines on the ward and other hospital staff as necessary to ensure an efficient service. To work in line with all relevant policies and procedures and be an integral member of the healthcare team contributing to the effectiveness and efficiency of the ward.
1. General administration duties to include; Printing admissions lists, theatre lists & census, data entry and computer work, filing, emails and telephone calls and photocopying
2. Taking and collecting blood and samples to pathology
3. Making follow up appointments for nurses and consultants
4. Collecting patients from reception and showing them around the room
5. Collecting x-rays, finding them; ringing secretaries, hospitals arranging taxies to collect them
6. Liaising with outpatients/secretaries/consultants to extend clinics etc
About us
At Spire Healthcare, caring is our passion. We have been putting patients at the heart of everything we do for over 25 years. We're committed to looking after people, both patients and staff. We deliver high standards of care to our insured, self-pay and NHS patients across 39 hospitals and 33 clinics, medical centres and consulting rooms. Our successful business is led by an experienced and stable senior management team, we provide the highest quality of care through the latest medical technology, new facilities, and a focus on inspiring leadership and employee development. We have achieved our market leading position because of our Purpose, which is to 'make a positive difference to people's lives through outstanding personalised care'. Everyone at Spire is aligned to this purpose, which underpins a culture of respect, inclusion, passion and collaboration across our business, enabling us to achieve more than 98% of our hospitals being rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by the Regulators; these are sector leading standards.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities: To be a member of the ward team, responsible for providing administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the ward for patients, visitors and staff. To work with staff of all disciplines on the ward and other hospital staff as necessary to ensure an efficient service. To work in line with all relevant policies and procedures and be an integral member of the healthcare team contributing to the effectiveness and efficiency of the ward.
7. General administration duties to include; Printing admissions lists, theatre lists & census, data entry and computer work, filing, emails and telephone calls and photocopying
8. Taking and collecting blood and samples to pathology
9. Making follow up appointments for nurses and consultants
10. Collecting patients from reception and showing them around the room
11. Collecting x-rays, finding them; ringing secretaries, hospitals arranging taxies to collect them
12. Liaising with outpatients/secretaries/consultants to extend clinics etc
Who we're looking for
13. Strong customer service experience
14. IT Literate
15. Administrative skills
16. Time management skills
17. Driven, motivated personality
Working Hours: Full-time working 5 days out of 7 with some weekends. Hours between - 5pm Benefits: We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
18. 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
19. Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
20. 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
21. Free Bupa wellness screening
22. Private medical insurance
23. Life assurance
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Charlotte Oliver on Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. Person Specification
Qualifications
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Experience
Essential
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