Clinical Admin Assistant (Temp)

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Woody Point; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Competitive Salary

Contributory Pension Scheme

Ongoing Learning & development

Job summary

St Andrew’s Hospice is seeking a Clinical Administration Assistant to support ward-based clinical teams and welcome patients and families. The role involves updating patient records and providing essential administrative assistance in a compassionate healthcare setting.

This position is part-time, roughly 21 hours per week for a 3-month period with potential extension, and offers a flexible working arrangement and opportunities for learning within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• A kind, compassionate and respectful attitude.
• Preferred previous administration experience in health/public sector.
• Understanding of IT systems such as email, internet and MS Word.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills to meet goals.
• Ability to work in a healthcare environment with empathy and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Welcome new patients and their families to the hospice.
• Provide administration support to the clinical teams at ward level.
• Update patient record systems, e.g. Crosscare.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Administrative skills

IT literacy

Willingness to learn

Tools

Crosscare

MS Word

Email

Job description

Band 2 (£25,950 to £ 28,176 pro rata)

Up to 21hrs per week for 3 months, with a possibility of extension

(with some flexibility to meet the needs of the Hospice)

Who are we?

St Andrew’s Hospice is a registered charity providing specialist palliative care for patients with life-limiting conditions which require complex symptom management, and/or end-of-life care. It is Lanarkshire's specialist hospice and provides multidisciplinary support for patients, their families and carers. The service is provided completely free of charge for the adult population of North and South Lanarkshire and is open to all without distinction of race, gender or creed.

What is the role?

As a Clinical Administration Assistant You Will

• Welcome new patients and their families to the hospice
• Provide administration support to the clinical teams at ward level
• Be responsible for updating patient record systems e.g. Crosscare

What we expect of you?

• A kind, compassionate and respectful attitude
• Preferred previous administration experience in a health/public sector environment
• Have an understanding of IT systems e.g. email, internet, MS Word
• A willingness to learn and develop skills in order to meet departmental and organisational goals
• Ability to work in a healthcare environment with empathy and discretion

What can you expect from us?

• A warm and supportive working environment
• Competitive Salary
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working
• Ongoing Learning & development opportunities