Administrative Assistant

Ramsay Health Care UK; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Hitchin is seeking an Administrative Assistant to offer vital administrative support in a busy hospital setting. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills, excellent communication abilities, and be proficient in IT. This is a full-time position offering a range of benefits, including 25 days leave and private medical cover.

Benefits

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Pension matching up to 5%

Flexible shift patterns

Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance

Free Training and Development

Free Parking

Subsidised staff restaurant

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2Work scheme

Blue Light Card Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Must be fully IT proficient.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support in a busy hospital environment.
• Demonstrate accuracy and speed in completing daily tasks.
• Uphold hospital policies and procedures.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

IT proficiency

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Location: Pinehill Hospital, Hitchin

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Full-time

Salary: Depending on experience + Benefits

The role

Pinehill Hospital is one of Hertfordshire’s leading private hospitals with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality private hospital treatment. Situated in tranquil, wooded surroundings, Pinehill provides a peaceful environment to aid a speedy recovery. The hospital’s range of treatments and services include cosmetic surgery, hip replacements, knee replacement, varicose vein treatment, hernia surgery, physiotherapy, cataract surgery, gynaecology services, snoring treatment, and ear, nose and throat treatments.

We currently have a great opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to join our team at Pinehill Hospital, based in Hitchin. You will be an integral part of a team who are committed to delivering the highest quality outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. The team is extremely busy and needs someone with proven high quality customer service skills, a commitment to focusing on accuracy and delivery whilst maintaining the necessary speed to ensure all tasks are completed daily. You must be committed to upholding hospital policies and procedures and be fully IT proficient.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support in a busy hospital environment and contribute to high quality customer service
• Demonstrate accuracy and speed in completing daily tasks
• Uphold hospital policies and procedures
• Be fully IT proficient
• Make decisions and use your initiative as required

Skills & Attributes

• A warm, considerate and empathetic character
• Previous Admin experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - face to face, via email and telephone
• Fast and efficient computer skills
• Passion to deliver excellent customer service
• Excellent multi-tasking skills
• A flexible and positive attitude

Benefits

• 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
• Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
• Flexible shift patterns where possible
• Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies
• Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants
• Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
• Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy
• Free Parking on site (where possible)
• Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
• Concerts for Carers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords
• The Blue Light Card Scheme

About Us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years’ experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. Our employees are Ramsay. The skills and commitment of our employees form the basis for our success. We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud of our ‘Speak Up for Safety’ programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more ‘Time to Care’.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Administrative
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

We care. It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it\'s a belief that remains true today.