Ward Clerk: Patient Flow Admin

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Ward Clerk to support Ward 8A with essential administrative and coordination duties. The role involves ensuring accurate documentation, efficient patient flow, and clear communication with patients, relatives, and the multidisciplinary clinical team.

It offers discussion of hours at interview and contributes to high standards of patient care. Based in a fast-paced NHS environment, the Ward Clerk will handle admissions, discharges,

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for patients, relatives, and visitors
• Manage patient admissions, transfers, and discharges on electronic systems
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation
• Liaise with nurses, bed management, and other departments
• Arrange investigations, clinic appointments, and transport as required
• Answer and direct telephone calls and respond to queries promptly
• Prepare notes for ward rounds, admissions, and discharges
• Ensure compliance with data protection, confidentiality, and trust policies
• Support the ward team in prioritising workload during busy periods

Job description

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Ward Clerk to support Ward 8A with essential administrative and coordination duties. The role involves ensuring accurate documentation, efficient patient flow, and clear communication with patients, relatives, and the multidisciplinary clinical team.

It offers discussion of hours at interview and contributes to high standards of patient care. Based in a fast-paced NHS environment, the Ward Clerk will handle admissions, discharges,