Ward Clerk

Spire Healthcare Ltd

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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.

  • General administration duties to include; Printing admissions lists, theatre lists & census, data entry and computer work, filing, emails and telephone calls and photocopying
  • Taking and collecting blood and samples to pathology
  • Making follow up appointments for nurses and consultants
  • Collecting patients from reception and showing them around the room
  • Collecting x-rays, finding them; ringing secretaries, hospitals arranging taxies to collect them
  • 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.

Date posted

16 April 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

18763

Job locations

RH6 0BB

Horley

RH6 0BB


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.

  • General administration duties to include; Printing admissions lists, theatre lists & census, data entry and computer work, filing, emails and telephone calls and photocopying
  • Taking and collecting blood and samples to pathology
  • Making follow up appointments for nurses and consultants
  • Collecting patients from reception and showing them around the room
  • Collecting x-rays, finding them; ringing secretaries, hospitals arranging taxies to collect them
  • Liaising with outpatients/secretaries/consultants to extend clinics etc
    • Who we're looking for
  • Strong customer service experience
  • IT Literate
  • Administrative skills
  • Time management skills
  • Driven, motivated personality
    • Working Hours: Full-time working 5 days out of 7 with some weekends. Hours between 6.30am - 5pm Benefits: We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
  • 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
  • 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
  • Free Bupa wellness screening
  • Private medical insurance
  • 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.

    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.

  • General administration duties to include; Printing admissions lists, theatre lists & census, data entry and computer work, filing, emails and telephone calls and photocopying
  • Taking and collecting blood and samples to pathology
  • Making follow up appointments for nurses and consultants
  • Collecting patients from reception and showing them around the room
  • Collecting x-rays, finding them; ringing secretaries, hospitals arranging taxies to collect them
  • Liaising with outpatients/secretaries/consultants to extend clinics etc
    • Who we're looking for
  • Strong customer service experience
  • IT Literate
  • Administrative skills
  • Time management skills
  • Driven, motivated personality
    • Working Hours: Full-time working 5 days out of 7 with some weekends. Hours between 6.30am - 5pm Benefits: We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
  • 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
  • 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
  • Free Bupa wellness screening
  • Private medical insurance
  • 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

    Essential

    • Please see above

    Experience

    Essential

    • Please see above
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • Please see above

    Experience

    Essential

    • Please see above

    Disclosure and Barring Service Check

    This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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    Employer details

    Employer name

    Spire Healthcare Ltd

    Address

    RH6 0BB

    Horley

    RH6 0BB


    Employer's website

    https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Spire Healthcare Ltd

    Address

    RH6 0BB

    Horley

    RH6 0BB


    Employer's website

    https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Senior Resourcing Partner

    Charlotte

    Charlotte.oliver@spirehealthcare.com

    07803628428

    Date posted

    16 April 2024

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    18763

    Job locations

    RH6 0BB

    Horley

    RH6 0BB


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